Organic.CupEcakes.Favors

Posted on November 3, 2009 by vowweddings

A few months ago Ada Greenberg, of CupEcakes , paid me a visit with some delicious samples of her Vegan/Organic Cupcakes. I was a little skeptical with how tasty & moist they were going to be considering the vegan ingredients…but I have to say I pleasantly surprised at how delicious, fluffy & tasty they were.

All her cupcakes are made-to-order and are a fantastic favor idea for a wedding or any event really. She also has a cupcake kit where you can decorate them yourself and package it.  And if cupcakes aren’t your thing, then try her tasty cookies & muffins.

I also love the fact that she creates in “mini” versions too…package 2 mini cupcakes in a clear box & matching color scheme ribbon. Ada creates the packaging for you or you can purchase the kits for a DIY project.

Delicious creations such as:

Viola Vanilla Crunch: Vanilla cake, coconut frosting, topped with shredded coconut (Also available in chocolate cake)

Patty Kake: Chocolate cake, mint frosting, topped with chocolate ganache

Mmm….Mmm…Mmm….

I highly recommend her products because they are absolutely delicious…and being a foodie & a fanatical Cupcake lover I know your guests will enjoy them as much as I did…

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VOW’s.New.Look

Posted on October 21, 2009 by vowweddings

We wanted to change things up a little and reformat the layout of the site & add a little sparkle to our main header. Check out the new look & layout and let me know what you think! Feedback is appreciated.

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Floral.Art.Design

Posted on October 15, 2009 by vowweddings

I always like to feature new vendors on We VOW To Inspire, not only to help my clients out, to simply showcase beautiful work by others.

Floral Art’s motto is Live.Breathe.Bloom…and their work is full of life and does take you breath away. I wanted to showcase two of their weddings.

And what’s great about their work is you can also order their floral designs in NYC even though they are based in California.

Whether it’s for a formal event…or you just want to dress up your house for a little get together Floral Art has that available to you. So check out their Flower Bar!

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The designs are fresh, chic, vibrant and have a great sense of detail. The small nuances they showcase is truly unique and would encourage any bride to take from their style and bring it into their special day or event. Here are some of my favorites.

Floral Art Board 2

Floral Art Board 1

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JetSetSweethearts.NiagaraFalls

Posted on October 5, 2009 by vowweddings

Niagara Falls: One of the world’s most famous natural attractions, is also North America’s #1 Honeymoon Destination! I was here with my family when I was just five year old, but after a recent trip with my husband, I can see why. The falls are quite a sight from far away, or even in pictures. But, the rush you get when you can walk right near them or hop on a boat and ride right up to them is awesome. It truly is an amazing feeling to be with the one you love and hold on to each other as you get thrown around on the boat as it nears the falls. (If you get sea sick easily, you might want to skip the boat ride) It’s also such a sight as you watch the water crash over cliffs that are more than 20 stories high. There are three falls that make up Niagara Falls: The American Falls, The Bridal Veil Falls (how appropriate is that my jet set sweethearts? Myth says it’s good luck if a bride dips her toe in the Bridal Veil Falls on her Wedding Day), and finally the Canadian Horseshoe Falls.There are many attractions and things to do in and around the falls. My top suggestion is a ride on the Maid of the Mist. What used to be a border-crossing ferry from the 1800’s is now a tour boat that gets you as close as humanly possible to the falls. They do provide you with blue rain jackets, but the spray from the falls is so strong that you might end up either a little wet or soaked by the end of the half hour boat ride.

Journey Behind the Falls are rock tunnels which have been carved out right behind the falls. Take a walk and find yourself behind a wall of water so thick it blocks out daylight…pretty cool!

Just downstream from the falls are the Whirlpool Rapids. It’s considered one of the most lethal stretches of water in North America. If you are brave enough, you can take a ride in the Whirpool Aero Car (see picture below)- a cable car built in 1913 that takes you for a ride over the rapids as you look straight down onto them…scary!If you need a break from the falls, head to Niagara Parks Botanical Gardens. Located just six miles away, you will feel a world away as you get a chance to check out the beautiful flower display with more than 2,ooo varieties.Many people don’t know or don’t think about the Niagara Region as a great destination for wineries…but, in fact, there are many here. We checked out the Pillitteri Estates Winery which has good Riesling and Merlot, but is better known for it’s Canadian Ice Wine- a very sweet and delicious dessert wine or great to pair with salty cheese and crackers.So now that you know a little bit about Niagara Falls as a honeymoon destination, you may be thinking, where should we stay? Niagara Falls does have a lot of nice hotels, but I would suggest staying in a town called Niagara-On-The-Lake. This town was built in the 1800’s and is still as charming and historic as it was back then. There are great restaurants and shops, and you are close to all of the wineries and of course, Niagara Falls.

{photo: Aria}

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Pink.Lily.Press

Posted on September 20, 2009 by vowweddings

On occasion I come across a unique & talented vendor that I want my readers to become aware of. Pink Lily Press is exactly that…talented. I love the chic styles Jennifer creates (who started the business in 2007, and currently runs the business out of her townhouse). I’m always inspired by people who are inspired by what they love to do and start their own business in their homes.

So you may ask yourself “Ok, so what is Pink Lily Press?”…It’s handmade stationary, wedding invitations and “paper googies” as they coin it. Handmade, unique, chic and simple. She also sells her creations on Etsy.com.

Here is a small sample of her beautiful creations…I like these type of vendors because as you design your event, it’s always nice to have unique details that other people may not know about…or have. I like the “exclusive” feel when I plan for my clients…Plus I love to support local artists!

Pink Lily Press

She uses great quality paper and her designs are wonderful.

{images: pink lily press etsy}

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JetSetSmart.Sweethearts

Posted on September 17, 2009 by vowweddings

I always like to feature guest bloggers on We VOW To Inspire and every month I’ll be featuring my friend’s posts regarding Honeymoons for my bride and grooms…This is her first JetSetSmart Sweethearts post. Also visit her blog to get more travel smart ideas…

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I have some news to share with all of my Jet Set Smart readers and newly engaged couples…on the 3rd day of each month, you can read a new blog post on honeymoons. The post will be called Jet Set Smart Sweethearts and will feature a new destination idea for you to jet set to after all of the craziness that usually accompanies planning a wedding. The post can be found at JetSetSmart .

On this honeymoon post you will be able to find information on anything ranging from destination suggestions, to hotel ideas, to flight deals, to activities…you name it- and you will find out about it! If there’s anything you would like to read more about in particular, feel free to leave a comment on the bottom of the post with your email so that we can get back to you.

Your honeymoon should be your time to jet set somewhere fabulous, exotic, romantic and special with your sweetheart. So make JetSetSmart your first destination so we can get you jet setting and celebrating your newly married life!

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Prime.Opportunity.For.Service

Posted on September 10, 2009 by vowweddings

Hello Newly Engaged Couples…I am going to be holding a Wedding Planner Mixer essentially for anyone who’s getting married within the next year in the NY Tri-State Area and wants a Day of Coordinator for free. You can interview these planners and see if you click with anyone of them.

Please send me an email to vow-weddings@hotmail.com if you are interested in attending. The Mixer will be held in Oceanside, NY either at the end of October or beginning of November.

I hope to see you there!

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Wedding.Planning.Institute

Posted on September 8, 2009 by vowweddings

I wanted to share the fabulous news with all my readers. As of today, 9.8.09 I became an official Wedding Planning Institute Instructor. I’m extremely excited to have this opportunity to share with others how I started my business and more importantly, how to be a successful and polished Wedding Planner.

My first class starts next week on the 14th, and I couldn’t be more thrilled. I’m teaching a certification course called “Wedding Planning Certification” at the Friedberg Jewish Community Center in Oceanside, NY on Mon’s & Wed’s.

I’ll keep you posted on some of the adventures during my teaching experience.

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Jet.Set.Smart

Posted on August 31, 2009 by vowweddings

I love to travel….but then again who doesn’t? Part of being a smart traveler is really understanding the times to go, great local finds & those holes in the wall where the locals call home, and your stomach usually calls heaven.

So…want to get all that information in one smart spot? Visit one of my best friend’s Travel Blog: Jet Set Smart for incredible advice on traveling. Not only will she show you great obscure finds from all over the world, but she’ll give you ways to save more money the next time you travel.

She’s been all over the world…so she’s not one of those bloggers who writes about Paris and how great it is, but has never set their eyes on the majestic beauty of the Eiffel Tower. She’s a smart traveler because she know about these places from experience and not just some hokey travel guide you find in your local airport.

India

So go ahead and check her website out…whether it’s to plan your honeymoon, babymoon or just get away from it all. JetSetSmart your way to her site…I know you’ll love it!

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Peony.Steel.Style

Posted on August 20, 2009 by vowweddings

As per the poll I posted on here, as promised I’ve created an inspirational board that reflects the soft tenderness of the pale pink peony color and the strong yet suble expression of steel. Soft and strong…A wonderful combination that I think will stand out as a color scheme for your special day. Check out some ideas to create this interesting color combination…Stay soft…stay strong…

Peony Steel Inspirational Board

{photos: theknot, amsale}

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Color Scheme Poll

Posted on August 3, 2009 by vowweddings

Because my readers seem to enjoy the Peony & Steel color scheme, I will do a post real soon on this. Thank you all who voted!

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Groomasaurus

Posted on June 25, 2009 by vowweddings

Every now and again I get referred to a fun site…and today I was contacted by Jeff a self proclaimed “Groomasaurus”…I went to his blog and came across an absolutely entertaining blog about “If only guys planned weddings”..

Here is his enlightening interpretation! Enjoy ladies…even if you don’t agree…it’s still a good entertaining read!

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If only guys planned weddings …

by Jeff on June 23, 2009

… instead of the father giving the bride away, it would be our favorite pro athlete or musician (which we would later regret after we found out they tried to play tonsil hockey with our bride in the church foyer).

… the bride and groom’s mode of transportation would be a Ferrarri, which means we would actually be late to the ceremony because you can’t outrun a two-way radio.

… the reception meal would consist of steak, Budweiser and Twinkies.

… the lovely “Here Comes the Bride” music would be replaced by something like Van Halen’s “Hot for Teacher” or another completely inappropriate song.

… the ceremony would take place in a barn, because we’d forget to book the church.

… the ring bearer would be our dog, Drillbit, who halfway down the aisle/barn floor would mistake the mother-of-the-bride’s hat for a woodland creature and lose the rings as he lunged for her head.

… our self-inscribed vows would be peppered with modifiers like “awesome,” “stoked,” and “killer.”

… the apparel of choice would be a denim version of dress casual.

… the invitations would be illegible missives scrawled on our “From the Desk of…” notepaper.

… every part of the service would conclude with high-fives among bridesmaids and groomsmen.

… the reception would last 24 hours, after which we would need to be removed by ambulance.

… the wedding colors would be surprisingly similar to those of our college alma mater.

… we’d recruit our best guy friends to help out, who would offer fabulous (i.e., ridiculous and self-serving) ideas like pot brownies instead of cake, see-through bridesmaid dresses and holding the reception on a floating casino.

… no women would attend, because they never liked going to our alcohol-soaked, wiener-fest frat parties in college in the first place, and the only difference between this and those sad galas is that now we’re older, heavier and have less hair. Not exactly an improvement.

Hopefully we wouldn’t be this bad, but you never know what happens when you put a bunch of guys together to plan something. You may get something with the spectacle and energy of the Olympic opening ceremonies. Or it may have all the spontaneity and drama of an office birthday party.

{post created by Jeff at Groomasaurus}

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Create.With.Bamboo

Posted on June 10, 2009 by vowweddings

A great and modern-looking option, bamboo is considered one of the most sustainable materials on earth.  Use tall stalks of curly bamboo in centerpieces, or choose bamboo chargers for your reception tables. And of course, mini stalks of lucky bamboo are always a favorite favor.

I believe that because of it’s durability as an organic element that it’s symbolisim can also represent the type of relationship you have. A symbol for longevity (it’s always got green shoots) as well as strength and grace (it bends readily but doesn’t break easily). In Chinese philosophy the straight stem of bamboo symbolizes the path towards enlightenment, the segments of the stem being the steps along the way.

Here are some lovely ways to incorporate bamboo into your event. Whether it be a wedding, shower, or event…

Bamboo Board

{images: brides.com, martha stewart, bamboo place card holder & coasters: planningpad.com, couple image: the knot, }

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Organic.Table.Setting

Posted on June 3, 2009 by vowweddings

When planning a nature inspired wedding, take some cues from the girls at id 810 design group, inc. who decorated a show house table scape completely with garden inspired objects. By combining botanically patterned formal dinnerware with clean lined white ceramic cups you can achieve a well balanced mix of organic chic.

810 Design Board 1

As an escort card, do as they did and pick up an herb pot with a writable surface and write your guests’ names in with chalk and sit it atop your serving plate. For candle holders, they opted for unconventional teeny tiny terracotta planters and went with gray textured candles as opposed to traditional white ones. A closer inspection reveals the use of a large planter base as a serving platter and a tin basin as an ice bucket.

810 Design Board 2

To boost up the charm factor, they dressed up simple overhead fixtures and suggest you do the same with the fixtures in your space or neighboring trees by adorning them with small hanging lanterns combined with flameless tea light candles. For pops of color and texture consider introducing moss balls as well as rattan balls to your table scape. Next, to “tie up” your organic chic theme, follow their lead in using twine or rope as your chair tiebacks in lieu of a traditional satin sash.   Lastly, id 810 design group says this look can go from garden inspired to green in no time by opting for organic cotton linens, repurposing all of the garden elements in your own backyard or by donating them to a community garden, giving your guests a gift of a small plant to grow, and serving organically grown wine.

810 Design Board 3Happy Planting….uh I meant planning!

{images & information: id810designgroup, designers: virginia toledo & jessica zimbard}

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Sunkist.Sunny.Wedding

Posted on May 27, 2009 by vowweddings

This beautiful and fresh yellow and orange wedding calls for summer to arrive!

Yellow and Orange Wedding Board{images from: project wedding, photos by: union photography}

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Adorn.Yourself

Posted on April 23, 2009 by vowweddings

I know I’ve mentioned this before…but I’ve just come across an incredible jewelry rental company.

And more importantly became a Partner and  I can pass along a savings of 20% to my readers. Please use my code at checkout or when you place an order via phone: CV068632

Their products are beyond stunning and I don’t know any bride who would have a problem adorning herself with diamonds for a reasonable rental price. Here are some of my favorite pieces that are provided by Adorn Brides.

Prices range from $100 – $2,400 for rentals, however the value of the pieces range from $1,600 – $73,000! These pieces have the highest quality diamonds and pearls that you will find on any jewelry rental site.  So if you want to wear earrings that are worth $3,000 for $100 then this is the place for you.

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{jewelry: adorn brides}

Don’t forget to use this code when placing your order for a 20% discount

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C is for Cymbidium

Posted on April 21, 2009 by vowweddings

THE MEANING & SYMBOLISM OF
orchid

The most highly coveted of ornamental plants, the delicate, exotic and graceful orchid represents love, luxury, beauty and strength. In ancient Greece, orchids were associated with virility. In fact, Greek women believed that if the father of their unborn child ate large, new orchid tubers, the baby would be a boy. If the mother ate small orchid tubers, she would give birth to a girl.

During the Victorian era, orchid symbolism shifted to luxury, and today this sense of magnificence and artful splendor continues, with orchids representing rare and delicate beauty. The 14th wedding anniversary flower, pink orchids convey pure affection, and the popular cattelya orchid represents mature charm.

{provided by teleflora}

Not only is this flower exude luxury, but they last and maintain their freshness for a long time. Check out some of teleflora’s beautiful creations. Some are stunning enough to use are simple centerpieces and they are a less expensive alternative.

orchid-board{floral designs: teleflora}

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Lush.And.Textured

Posted on April 21, 2009 by vowweddings

I haven’t done a board in quite some time, so when I came across this stunning fall wedding on John Rozier’s website…I couldn’t help myself. There was something so rich about the floral textures of this wedding.

Whether you choose a fall color palette or spring one…I think the key here is texture. Give depth to your flowers. Add a non flower item (feathers for example) or just some twigs to something soft and delicate.

When I look at these flowers I just want to go out and grab it. Touch it. Feel them. Induce curiousity in your wedding decor.

new-hope-wedding-board{images: john rozier wedding photography}

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Who.Wants.Candy?

Posted on April 21, 2009 by vowweddings

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Bride’s Choice Award by WeddingWire

Posted on February 13, 2009 by vowweddings

WeddingWire, the nation’s leading wedding technology company, just announced that VOW Wedding Consulting & We VOW To Inspire has won the 2009 Bride’s Choice Awards™!  Also check out our blog being featured on Wedding Wire! Click Here

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In its inaugural year, the Bride’s Choice Awards recognizes and honors vendors from the WeddingWire Network that demonstrate excellent quality of service, responsiveness, professionalism, value of cost and flexibility. This year’s recipients represent the top three percent of WeddingWire’s vendor community, which includes over 100,000 wedding vendors from across the US. That means VOW Wedding Consuting & We VOW To Inspire is one of the very best.

Unlike other awards in which winners are selected by the company, the Bride’s Choice Awards are determined exclusively by recent newlyweds through surveys and reviews.

“We are excited to launch this annual award program to honor high-performing vendors based solely on the experiences of our WeddingWire community,” according to Timothy Chi, WeddingWire’s Chief Executive Officer. “This year’s recipients have set the bar high, exhibiting excellent service and expertise in the wedding industry.”

I would like to thank my past & current clients for speaking on my behalf and helping VOW win the 2009 Bride’s Choice Award!

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