Archives for February 2014

February 28, 2014 by Kelly Curtis

Inspirational Friday – Spring Party Ideas

Here at Wedding and Party Network we want to give you inspiration for your wedding and party details. The details are what sets your wedding and party apart from anyone else. The colors, theme, detailing and style all creates your wedding day style and conveys your party theme. So, today's Inspirational Friday will focus on spring party ideas.

Who's ready for spring? After this winter, I'm sure most people are ready to jump out the door into some warmer weather. Therefore, it's time to start planning those spring parties. Need ideas? Here are some photos to help you get some inspiration. Bright colors, pastel colors, seasonal food & the outdoors all will provide a little inspiration for your next spring party.

February 27, 2014 by Juli Jackson

Great Memories with Action Photos Photo Booth Rental

So you are working hard to plan the very best event whether it is a special birthday party, retirement celebration or your own wedding day. Besides awesome decor and delicious food, what can you offer to your guests that will have the biggest impact?

That's easy. Action Photos Photo Booth Rental in New Braunfels, TX is the perfect way to have a fun and creative outlet for your special occasion. We'll tell you why.

A Photo Booth Will Be The Life Of The Party!

A photo booth from Action Photos comes equipped with everything you need to have a hassle-free and fun time with your guests. This is where the memories are really made and where guests can let loose and be themselves. Whether you want to get goofy with props or give a sweet smile with the love of your life, the easy charm of instant photos will delight you and everyone at the party.

A friendly attendant is ready to help everything run smoothly with simple directions and organizing each picture-taker. As soon as photos start getting passed around the room, there is always a rush for guests to try it for themselves. You'll be amazed by the excitement and impressed with the seamless customer service. Best of all, each image comes saved to a DVD after your event – perfect for documenting your incredible night.

Great Wedding Memories

Weddings are big life events and often family members and close friends make every effort to be present, look their best and wish you well in your new life.

Taking a moment during such a special event (that always goes by way too fast, by the way) to pull your aunt or your best friend from college into the photobooth for just a quick minute is a fantastic and personal way to thank them for coming, share a smile together and send them home with a memento that will always be treasured.

Photo Booth Rentals

Life is made up of these brief happy moments together with those we love. Sharing the flash of a photobooth is the best way to freeze those moments in time to be remembered and enjoyed for a lifetime.

Wedding, birthday, graduation, anniversary, retirement, any special event at all – Let Action Photos Photo Booth Rental give you and all of your guests the great memories you deserve on your special night.

February 26, 2014 by Kelly Curtis

Wedding Wednesday – Planning an Elopement

Your Wedding Wednesday Question

We're planning on eloping, any tips?

Answer:

There are many things to think about when planning an elopement. Here are a few that we think are important to remember:

You may receive strong reactions from others. Some close friends and definitely family members maybe upset that you're choosing not to share this day with them. So, have a reasoning behind your elopement. You may even want to plan a reception with them once you get back.
Have an answer. Again, be ready to answer why you're wanting to elope. Remember, this day is about you and your husband so the most important opinion out there is both of yours.
How can you include them? This relates back to having a reception once you get back. That way, your family and friends can feel included.

Hope this helps!

We hope this answered your question!
If you have more wedding questions, send them to: social@weddingandpartynetwork.com
Every Wednesday we will post answers to your biggest wedding questions.

February 25, 2014 by Juli Jackson

Delivering Your Dream Wedding – All Island Flowers

When planning your wedding, you work really hard to think of everything. You've pictured how perfect the day could be and then the reality of making it happen sets in. From the biggest details down to the smallest, you want everything to be perfect. This is where choosing a good florist can make your wedding experience so much easier.

Cascading Wedding Bouquet

If you need a talented wedding florist in Orange Beach, Alabama, All Island Flowers is here to create the beautiful style and decor you dream about.

Your Dream Wedding

This is a florist that is committed to the belief that every bride is different and unique with her own sense of style. What they can offer is beautiful flowers along with highly personal customer service to make sure your experience is a superb one.

Maybe you have a ton of ideas to discuss. Or maybe you are a little clueless about what you want. Either way, this florist is ready to meet you and work one on one to help you create picturesque wedding flowers. With friendly and professional service, they will be more than happy to help you with every step of the process. You'll always find a variety of flowers to choose from and unique design and style you can't wait to show off!

These creative wedding consultants are eager to help and keep you up-to-date on all the latest floral trends. Or they will work with you to plan the classic timeless look you long for. All Island Flowers can certainly make it happen.

From an intimate setting to a lavish, extravagant wedding, they will create the perfect wedding flowers for you. From bouquets, corsages and boutonnieres to ceremonial arches, church and reception flowers – all will be crafted with careful attention to detail and the style you have envisioned.

A Special Beach Wedding

Beautiful Bridal Flowers

Located directly on the beautiful beaches of the gulf coast, beach weddings are their specialty! Do you dream about the gently lapping ocean waves and the warm sand greeting you on your big day? Choose a florist who knows exactly how to compliment nature with the right colors, textures and designs. You can expect flowers and decor that reflect your individual style, fit your budget and are crafted to delight and inspire the most beautiful day of your life.

Whether you are planning a very special event, sending flowers or are just in search of a lovely gift, All Island Flowers is the clear choice for premium flowers and upscale design artistry. Choose a florist that makes sure you feel like you were the only bride in the world!

February 24, 2014 by Ed Belly

Guys Guide to a Successful Prom

Alright, guys. It's prom night, you've got a gorgeous date and you want to impress. What do you do? Believe it or not, it's not that hard to knock her off her feet. She's already excited about the evening, so your primary job is to make sure things go smoothly with a little pizzazz thrown in to keep things interesting.

The Tux

Before you can focus on her, you first have to get your own situation sorted out. That means a trip to the tuxedo shop! It may sound scary, but believe me, it can be loads of fun.

These days you can find more than the traditional white shirt with black jacket, bow tie and cummerbund. The accessories are almost endless! Prefer a white tux? No problem. How about blue or even yellow? Can do. You can also get a matching top hat, cane, shoes, vest, pocket square, long tie, no tie and a world of other options. The tux isn't a hardship, gentlemen. It's an opportunity to shine! Don't neglect your chance to create a suit with personality.

That doesn't mean there are no guidelines here. Before you go too crazy, you need to find out what color your date's outfit will be. You don't want to show up in bright orange while she's wearing dark purple. Seriously. You don't want that.

The Flowers

This can be as simple or complicated as you like. At bare minimum you need two different pieces, a boutonniere for you and a corsage for her. You'll need to know what color dress she's wearing for this as well because you'll want the flowers to match her outfit.

In addition to the two floral pieces I previously mentioned, there are a variety of other floral options available that will not only be appropriate but much appreciated. Going with your girlfriend of over a year? A single red rose is a great way to show her that she's loved. Going with a close friend? Gerbera Daisies make the perfect bouquet for a friendly date. If you're not sure what flower would best convey the message you're trying to send, contact your local florist!

Transportation

Nobody wants to roll up at the prom in the same old vehicle they take to school every day, but what can you do if you don't have tons of disposable cash? Well, you might be surprised at how little a limo rental would actually cost, especially if you're just looking for a drop-off and pick-up. Different limo agencies have different packages, and prom is a big deal for them so they will be very familiar with helping you make the most of a relatively limited budget.

Another path would be to pool your money with some friends. You can get a slightly bigger limo and spend less money to have it! Get two or three of your closest buddies to pitch in and your dates will be very impressed when you arrive to pick them up in a beautiful stretch limo.

Not interested in a limo? How about a horse-drawn carriage? Yes, these exist and there is nothing more romantic than a moonlit ride.

The Prom

Your presence is not all your date requires from you. No matter how well you've done up to this point, you can wash it all down the drain at the big event unless you follow these simple tips:

Pay attention to your date – This seems like a no-brainer, but you'd be surprised how many people arrive at the prom with someone and then abandon them for hours at a time. You brought her, and you need to make sure that she feels special throughout the evening.
Dance – You didn't come to the prom to sit at a table or stand on the wall. Or, maybe you did, but she certainly didn't. If you feel inadequate on the fast songs, that's understandable. But you have no excuse to avoid the slow dances. Get out on the floor and show her some love!

And that's it. If you do those two simple things, you'll have an amazing time and so will your date!

The After Party

Once prom is over, there's always an after-party. The only question is: are you attending it, or are you throwing it? She'll be expecting to go, so if you aren't aware of one then you need to plan one. It doesn't have to be some huge affair. Feel free to do something simple with just a handful of friends, but you need to do something.

And there you have it, a guys guide to a successful prom!

February 21, 2014 by Kelly Curtis

Inspirational Friday – Neutral

Not big on color or not even sure what colors you would want for your wedding? Why not go with a neutral color? That way, any color can really be paired with it. Going with a tan, nude, champagne or ivory also sets a beautiful tone to your wedding. Whether it be shabby chic or romanticism, these colors can help you achieve that.

February 20, 2014 by Shelbi Raysor

What to Wear to Your Engagement Party or Candlelight

The night I have planned out for years has finally come, my engagement party. Which has actually turned into my candlelight because I pledged a sorority. Long story short, you are really supposed to announce it at your meeting at this cute ceremony that surprises all your sisters. I had to wait 46 days to announce my engagement to my sorority. For those of you who do not know, that is an excruciating amount of time. I could not tell all my friends, my hometown community, basically like anyone. So, I had a good amount of time to plan this beautiful night down to the only thing I can really control: my outfit.

Outfit planning is the worst thing you can ever do to yourself. If you are anything like me, for example, we picture ourselves in this simple black dress with a perfect color that screams elegance and sass. Yeah, well most likely we dreamed that dress up and it is nowhere to be found, unless it is on a rack at Barney’s. That’s when we have to start thinking logically. We wear this outfit for like two hours and after you take your engagement pictures it is lost to world of Facebook. So the 1,000 dollar dress idea will fall flat I tell you (unless you are Serena Van Der Woodsen or Blair Waldrof). Here are a few ideas on places to look for the perfect dress.

Boutiques not around your town – Some boutiques carry the same ole things, so try to diversify your wardrobe basics. You want the dress to scream you, but just not something you would wear every day no matter the occasion. Also, if you shop at a boutique in your hometown, there's a good chance you might show up wearing the same exact thing and to any girl that's a nightmare.
Vintage Dress Shops – In small towns you may be out of luck, but lots of bigger cities have cute vintage dress shops that might give you the chance for a once in a lifetime dress that will inspire the very best of unique clothes lover.

Colors you can’t go wrong with:

Blue (Dark or light depending on your skin tone)
Emerald Green
Red
White
Black
Pink

These colors pop and are unforgettable.

Basically, find a dress or skirt that suits you best, that you feel comfortable in and that makes you smile! These are once in a lifetime fashion opportunities. Stake your claim on that perfect outfit.

February 19, 2014 by Kelly Curtis