Posted by: Nina Mullins Photography
It rarely happens, but it rained all day on Rob and Sheryl’s wedding day. But we didn’t let the rain get to us. Here’s a little sneak peek from their beautiful day!
Posted by: Always Planned
As many of you know, we participated in the “Diamond Rings and Pretty Things Bridal Show” at Embassy Suites on January 18th. It was such a good time! There were so many great and exceptionally wonderful vendors present at this festivity. I was fortunate enough to sample the scrumptious delicacies from different caterers and cake wizards. Meeting so many new brides was a highlight as well. So many happy faces brings such joy to us in this industry; a smile is contagious! We loved every minute of it!
The table set up we used was gorgeous. I did not know exactly how it would look when we did a practice set up the day before at the studio, but the end result was truly stunning. The flowers, done in house, were just the most brilliant of colors, with coral roses, deep purple orchids, white hydrangeas, purple cabbage, queen anne’s lace, burnt orange calla lilies and other beautiful flowers. The candles and votives placed on the table were very pretty as well. The votives used were a mixture of gold mercury glass votives and sequins and bead encrusted votives that had a magnificent glow when the candle were lit. I was “obsessed” with our linen selection, La Tabola’s “Isabella” in taupe. I wanted it for my own table at home! Here are some pictures from our fun-filled Sunday!
Had fun at the January bridal show? Great! Come and join us this Saturday at Purdon’s Bridal Fair from 10am- 3pm. We will see you there!
Be Fun. Be Fearless. Be You.
Love always,
Rachel
Posted by: Always Planned
Wedding season isn’t quite here yet, but that doesn’t mean the many stresses of planning a fabulous wedding aren’t in full swing! When planning a wedding, there are so many things on your mind at once- cake, caterers, venues, guest list, the list goes on and on! However, planning your wedding should be fun and stress-free, so here are some tips on how to stay cool, calm, and collected throughout your wedding planning process.
1. Stay Organized- and Do it in Style!
Staying organized is a major way to stay stress free. Therefore, invest in a good yearly planner! There are SO many cute planners out there (I recommend Lilly Pulitzer) that will immediately change your mood just by looking at them. Not only are planners a good way to keep the times and dates of your appointments organized, but by writing down all the things you have to do, it’s a way to stay underwhelmed and realize that you DO have time to do everything!
2. Take a Day Off!
If all your days are consumed with wedding magazines and phone calls, then you’re just asking to be a big ball of stress. Try taking at least one day out of each week to release your inner child. Go on a date with your man to the park, go for a run, or just be plain lazy! Even better, take an hour out of each day to pamper yourself by getting a manicure, massage, or facial. Spa days are an instant relaxer!
3. Use a Wedding Planner!
This is our personal favorite of course! Your job for your wedding should strictly be just being the bride! You shouldn’t have to worry about what time your cake will be arriving and when the limos will be picking up your bridal party. By hiring a wedding planner, you let go of all the little stresses and just enjoy the process and your big day!
Brides, take all these considerations to heart! Don’t let the stresses of the process overwhelm the joys! It is such an amazing thing to go through and an incredible day full of love. Step back and enjoy it!
xoxo
Erica
Posted by: Always Planned
Posted by: Always Planned
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and what better way to “Share the Love” then by thinking outside the box with a unique and fabulous Valentines Day Gift Guide! These are a few fabulous things we recently found out about and thought what a fun way to get the creative ideas flowing! Most of these fabulous products are made here in the US with the finest quality and care! Their unique style and design is so fabulous we had to share!!! Enjoy!
For the Special Man in Your Life 
Give him the gift of style with the Devora Libin “Ben” bracelet. This functional / durable, black rubber cord offers a fun alternative to leather.
Sterling silver clasp, 7.5 inches, Handmade in NYC. www.devoralibinjewels.com
For the Doting Dad and/or Brotherly Love
Help him look and feel his best with a Commonwealth Proper custom suit or shirt. Everything that bears the Commonwealth Proper label is made, by heart and hand, in the United States. Each Commonwealth Proper garment is crafted by this country’s most experienced and respected cutters, tailors and finishers. Quality is never compromised. It is this combination – the proper clothing and proper advice – that gives clients a sense of security and confidence that they are looking their best, be it at work or after hours. www.commonwealthproper.com
For your mom
The Devora Libin “Bow” will make mom smile! With its elegant adornment, this bracelet is delicate, feminine and makes a simple statement with its bow detail.
Sterling silver, Adjustable closure, Handmade in NYC. www.devoralibinjewels.com
For Your Best Friend
The Devora Libin “Brass Bar” bracelet is the perfect way to spread the love to your bestie. This beaded ID bracelet puts a trendsetting spin on a classic style.
For the Stylish Sister
The “You are my Milky Way” 1979 cropped t-shirt is the perfect V-Day gift for your fashion forward sister. This Rachel Bilson favorite is sure to make your sister heart you!
one size. www.1979couture.com
And may I point out that quite a few of these would make fabulous bridesmaids or groomsmen gifts??! I just love how fun and unique each piece is!! Hope you enjoyed these fun ideas for Valentines Day, Wedding Day or ANY DAY!!
Happy Planning!
Posted by: Always Planned
Yes you read that right! Always Planned now has its very own Pinterest account! Since all of us here at Always Planned are in love with Pinterest, it only made sense that we should make an account for the whole team. Each of us has our own “inspiration” pin board for us to pin random ideas we love for weddings. Along with our individual boards, we have other boards dedicated to our favorite vendors, products that we love, pictures from our fabulous weddings, and other wedding ideas.
Be sure to follow us at www.pinterest.com/alwaysplanned for amazing ideas! Whether you’re planning a wedding or just love to pin, our boards are guaranteed to bring inspiration.
Happy pinning!
Erica
Posted by: Deanna Kaye Photography
When Matt and Nicole asked us to film their wedding with Super 8mm film, we were stoked! There was a tiny issue however. Their Super 8mm wedding was taking place at Wildwood Inn located in Denton Texas, and we were photographing a wedding here in Louisville the day before! We finished up our wedding here late Saturday night, went home to pack up, and headed to the airport for our 7 a.m. flight. We landed in Dallas at 9:30 a.m., grabbed lunch, dropped our luggage off, got cleaned up and ready to head to to the wedding. At this point we’ve been awake for close to 30 hours! But, we caught our 2nd (or 4th) wind and were ready to rock.
Their intimate wedding was an absolute blast to film! While I was filming with Super 8mm, wedding photographer George Dean made sure I got my shot and was a fantastic guy to work with!
Enjoy!
Matt+Nicole’s Denton TX Wedding|Super 8mm from Eric Delbridge on Vimeo.
Super 8mm highlight of Matt and Nicole’s gorgeous Wedding at Wildwood Inn, Denton, TX
Posted by: Honey Heart Photography
We receintly found from The Knot.com out that we were selected by local brides and voted as a “Best of Weddings 2012″ pick! We are so very honored.
We are so blessed to be able to do what we love and to work with so many amazing brides, grooms, wedding parties, families, and vendors. You all make our job so much better and a whole lot more fun. So thank you!
And thank you to The Knot for being an awesome resource for brides and vendors.
Posted by: Always Planned
Posted by: Dei Gratia Photography
Considering I my schedule has been filled with mostly families and babies lately, I haven’t been able to showcase any weddings. So to ensure that you all don’t forget that I do in fact shoot weddings, I decided to post a wedding that I shot before my blog came into existence. I may even put up a blog with some of my favorite shots from the past several weddings in the near future. Adam and Kristen were so great though. I’ve never felt so appreciated while shooting before. Everyone was constantly thanking me for everything and made me feel so incredibly welcome. The more you can let your photographer know that you are grateful for what they are doing and that you totally trust them in what they do, the more free they are to truly do their best. That’s how I felt all day, from the very beginning at the salon where even the adorable flower girl was getting her hair done 
Ok, so to illustrate how awesome this crew was, they actually ASKED me to get a photo of this haha
The guys went on a quick golf excursion the morning of the wedding so they had some clubs handy
