Tahnee & Norman in the new Spring 2012 Orlando Weddings Issue!

Norman and Tahnee were one of our 2011 couples that were truly near and dear to our hearts. We met with this couple a year before their wedding date and set out to plan an awesome, memorable, chic and modern wedding day. Tahnee wanted to have her Filipino and Haitian culture represented, Norman wanted to have his African-American roots represented. Together we were able to design a day that was a reflection of their personalities, their heritage and the beautiful spirits that they are.  This week we will highlight a few parts of their wedding process!

We were very happy to see that their wedding was selected as one of the featured weddings in the Spring/Summer 2012 Orlando Weddings Magazine!  Turn to page 50 to get some of the details from their big day!

We had an amazing vendor team that included:
Coordination, Custom Water Walls and Event Stationery: Joie de Vie Weddings & Events, Inc. http://www.joiedevieevents.com/
Officiant : Pastor Brian Taylor www.orlandowoc.org/staff-briantaylor
Venue : Heaven Event Center Janina http://www.heaveneventcenter.com/
Caterer : Two Three Catering
Floral : Lee Forrest Floral Design http://www.leeforrestdesign.com/
Photo : Jennifer Werneth Photography http://www.jenniferwernethphotography.com/
Video : Michael-Angelo Films Michael Rivera com http://www.michaelangelo-films.com/
Lighting : Tagas Events http://www.tagasevents.com/
Linens: BBJ Linens http://www.bbjlinen.com/
Chiavari Chairs : Suzann Nichols Design Group http://www.suzannenichols.com/
Table Rentals : Orlando Party Rentals http://www.orlandopartyrentals.com/
Other Rentals : Sunshine Party Rentals http://www.sunshinerents.com/
Entertainment : DJ Johnny Thompson http://www.thompsondigital.com/
Guest Book Technology: PhotoMingle http://www.photomingle.com/
Bar Service : Orlando Private Bar Service http://www.orlandoprivatebartending.com/
Cake : It's Tasty Too! Heather Michaud http://www.tastytoo.com/
Hair/Makeup : Your Wedding Makeup http://www.yourweddingmakeup.com/

Congratulations and Happy 1st Anniversary Tahnee & Norman!

Until next time,

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Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday 2012

Take the first step in faith. You don't have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step. - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr..

Wishing everyone a wonderful MLK holiday!  Our offices are closed today, however, we wanted to take a moment to remember the gentleman above who along with many others changed the infrastructure of our civil rights system!  I always like to remind myself that we stand on the shoulders of giants!
One of my many favorite quotes from Dr. King:

Human progress is neither automatic nor inevitable... Every step toward the goal of justice requires sacrifice, suffering, and struggle; the tireless exertions and passionate concern of dedicated individuals. - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Until next time,



© 2005 - 2009 Joie de Vie Weddings & Events, Inc. - All Rights Reserved.

Happy New Year!

We wish you health, prosperity, happiness and all your heart desires!

Congratulations to all that have become engaged during this holiday season!

Until next time,

© 2005 - 2011 Joie de Vie Weddings & Events, Inc. - All Rights Reserved.

Come visit us at the I Do Downtown Bridal Crawl

The first bridal show of 2012 will prove to be an exciting one!  We are happy to announce that Joie de Vie Weddings & Events will take part in the I Do Downtown Bridal Crawl!  For the third annual Crawl, newly engaged couples, brides and grooms will be able to visit a few of the great venues located in downtown Orlando.  In addition to the great venues, you will also have an opportunity to meet great central Florida vendors and professionals!  We will be at the The University Club along with:

A Chair Affair

Atmospheres Floral & Decor

Anna Cakes

Ginger Midgett Photography

Over the Top Linens 

Our DJ Rocks

Paul Duhon Videography

This team of great professionals have designed different vignettes to let you see the potential and possibilities for your most special of days!  It will also be a great opportunity for you to learn about the new menu's at The University Club.

Here are the details for the show:
Sunday, January 8, 2012
11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Advanced registration and tickets: $10 individual, $15 for two.
Advanced registration closes on Friday, January 6, at 5 p.m.
REGISTER NOW by clicking here.


Register early as the day-of registration and tickets will be higher than early registration at the History Center: $15 individual, $20 for two.

The Venues that are participating in this year's Crawl include:
The University Club of Orlando (where you can find us and park your car!)
Orange County Regional History Center (where you will check in or register)
Ballroom at Church Street
Ceviche Tapas Bar and Restaurant
Citrus Club
Embassy Suites Hotel
Grand Bohemian Hotel
310 Lakeside

This will be a great opportunity to visit multiple downtown venues and meet wedding and event professional that will be a great asset to your special day!  It is your way of working on the wedding, spending time with your loved ones while enjoying food, drink, and entertainment.

Questions? Call (407) 836-7035 or (407) 836-8502.

Are you attending?  Be sure to stop by and see us at the University Club for a special gift that will help you with your wedding planning!

Until next time,

© 2005 - 2011 Joie de Vie Weddings & Events, Inc. - All Rights Reserved.

Happy Holidays from Joie de Vie!

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Pantone Reveals Color of the Year for 2012: Tangerine Tango

Last week Pantone announced its 2012 color of the year! the color is Tangerine Tango!  Pantone describes Tangerine Tango as "a spirited reddish orange that provides the energy boost we need to recharge and move forward."  Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute® describes the color as:

“...sophisticated but at the same time dramatic and seductive, Tangerine Tango is an orange with a lot of depth to it. Reminiscent of the radiant shadings of a sunset, Tangerine Tango marries the vivaciousness and adrenaline rush of red with the friendliness and warmth of yellow, to form a high-visibility, magnetic hue that emanates heat and energy.”

With the color orange growing in popularity and acceptance with both consumers and designers. Tangerine Tango will be appealing in fashion, cosmetics and design; these three elements being are an integral part of wedding planning process! We are certain you will see that translate to all things weddings over the next year! 

Are you incorporating this beautiful citrus hue into your color palette?  We would love to see how you will use it.  We have seen the orange paired with blue (a la Florida Gators) with one of our former brides as well as with gold and brown. 

Until next time,

© 2005 - 2011 Joie de Vie Weddings & Events, Inc. - All Rights Reserved.

Wedding Guest Etiquette: Your Mother, Your Boo & Your Friend Too!

It has been INTERESTING as our clients have received RSVP's for all of their upcoming nuptials the last few months. We were amazed at how many of the brides have had to gently turn down invited guest's attempts to add uninvited guests to their wedding guest list.   One of our recent couples had to turn down a guests request to bring along their mother, friend and a new boyfriend.  Remember this is an intimate moment for the couple; as someone they love and cherish, you have been invited to bear witness and be a part of that day.  Be mindful of that and RSVP for the persons listed on the envelope only.

Remember there are a variety of expenses associated with a wedding or special gathering.  To  accommodate your request they are taking on additional expenses for someone they don't know.  Not to mention, you have placed the couple in an uncomfortable position to have to call you to let you know your extra uninvited guests will not be able to attend.  It's not just the cost of the food to the couple, but the additional chairs, linens, favors and alcohol.  Another factor to consider is the venue or locale may be restricted on the number of people they may have or their funds may be limited or committed to other expenses as they start their marriage.  Not to mention many couples trim off family members and other dear friends...yet, you want to impose a stranger on them so that you can bring along someone you may be familiar with? Instead look at the wedding as an opportunity to meet new people, make new friends and share in a very special time for your friend.

Until next time,

© 2005 - 2011 Joie de Vie Weddings & Events, Inc. - All Rights Reserved.  Photo's used with permission from Amy Morelli at 2UCollection.

Real Weddings: Cynthia & Paul 09-11-2010

 

 

Last summer, we received a call as we were traveling to South Florida for the 4th of July holiday. Cynthia and her fiance, Paul, were planning their wedding and hoped to get married on the beach in September. After reading our blog, Cynthia had fallen in love with Costa d'Este Beach Resort and was determined to have her destination wedding there. With one phone call, their location was secured and planning began for their ultra chic and uber sophisticated beach side wedding for Saturday, 09/11/10.

 

Costa D'Este sits on beautiful Vero Beach.  The hotel is owned by Grammy Award winning artist, Gloria Estefan,  and is really a South Beach meets the Hamptons type of location.  The great thing about the ballroom at Costa is it has beautiful built in LED lighting and glass chandeliers that resemble air bubbles under the ocean.  Our floral designer Andres Aguilar, with Mystique Flowers, incorporated seashells, hydrangea, orchids and lily's to create a chic beach event!  With 40 of their closests friends and family, the weekend was an unforgettable time filled with great food, dancing and ambiance.  We had many favorite moments during this wedding weekend.  The day started with a seaside ceremony and guests went on to enjoy some cuban flair during cocktail hour.  The dinner reception was held in the ballroom with tableside ordering which meant guests did not have to pick an entree before the wedding day.

 

With the help of Solutions Bridal, Cynthia was able to find a dress that would be available within the 2 month time frame we were working in.  Here are a few photos from the day. Our wedding team included:

• Coordinator : Joie de Vie Weddings & Events, Inc. http://www.joiedevieevents.com/
• Ceremony : Costa D'Este http://www.costadeste.com/
• Floral : Mystique Flowers http://www.mystiqueflowers.com/
• Ceremony Officiant and Entertainment : Beach Sunset Weddings http://www.beachsunsetweddings.com/
• Reception Entertainment : Tagas Events http://www.tagasevents.com/
• Makeup/Hair : Your Wedding Makeup http://www.yourweddingmakeup.com/
• Photo : Jennifer Werneth Photography http://www.jenniferwernethphotography.com/
• Video/DJ: Tagas Events http://www.tagasevents.com/
• Cake : Cake Frostings http://www.eatfrostingcupcakes.com/
• Stationery: Samira Gast http://www.samiragast.com/

The newlyweds right after the ceremony.



 



The wedding cake with a beautiful beach cake topper.




The bride in our cocktail hour area.  The crystal curtain was a great divider for the space.




The reception!  Large seashells and starfish were incorporated into all of the pieces.



The wedding invitation was a message in a bottle.  Hand calligraphed escort cards were inserted into cut seashells.

We were truly touched when we read Cynthia's review of our services on Google:

"Kerline was the backbone behind our wedding. It went perfectly and not many
couples can say that about their wedding. She went above and beyond to ensure
everything went smoothly. It was as if she was psychic and knew what would
happen before it happened and was prepared for it.

 

We're glad we hired a
professional, definitely worth the investment. She is everything you want in a
wedding planner. " - Cynthia and Paul

One thing we never forget is whose day it is...the bride and the groom's! To see more photos from this wedding, visit our Joie de Vie page on Facebook for more photos from this wedding.

 

Until next time,

 

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The First Look: Why You Should Consider It.

Hello Joie de Vie Family!

We have been busy over at the office as wedding season is in full steam. We have been fortunate to share in some of the most beautiful moments with our couple. This year we've experienced more of our couples taking advantage of having a private moment many call a 'First Look'. Simply explained, the 'First Look' gives the bride and groom an opportunity to see each other before the ceremony. For most of us that are extremely traditional this may seem a bit taboo, others may say it is bad luck and moreover many are just uncomfortable with the notion as it is not something you normally hear about. Well, from an planner's perspective, it truly is a beautiful moment for many reasons:

1. It is still the first time the couple will see each other on their wedding day.

2. It relieves any anxiety or nervousness the couple may have as they are able to see each other and enjoy that moment privately.

3. It is a great photo opportunity that your photographer can stage with your videographer, florist and planner. It gives ample time to take bridal party photos so you don't feel constrained by time and travel if you are going from one venue to another for ceremony and reception.

One of our January couple's (pictured below) had this experience and we remember getting the call after the wedding where the bride said she was so happy she decided to do that. The couple used that quiet moment to pray with one another and take in the events that were unfolding. Last night we were able to take watch the video from their wedding day (this will be featured in an upcoming Real Weddings post!)

Now if you decide the first look is not for you, there is ABSOLUTELY nothing wrong with that. If you believe it is something you would wish to experience, contact your wedding professionals (wedding planner, florist, the venue, photographer and videographer) to appropriately plan out the best location for this special moment that you will relish for the rest of your lives!

Until next time,

© 2005 - 2011 Joie de Vie Weddings & Events, Inc. - All Rights Reserved. Photo used with Permission by Jennifer Werneth Photography.

Spring 2012 Pantone Colors Released!

With Fashion Week underway, Pantone has released the colors that have inspired the looks we will see on the runway. Runway colors and looks typically translate into bridal colors for all you planning a wedding next spring. The spring selection of colors offers many great options and opportunities to combine colors that will truly set the tone for your wedding. My favorite color combinations are starfish and tangerine tango or granita and vintage!

"Consumers look to spring for renewed energy, optimism and the promise of a brighter day," said Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute®. "They have learned how color can help them alter a mood and provide the vitality and enthusiasm that enables them to experiment with new looks and color combinations."

For over 18 years, Pantone, the global authority on color, has surveyed the designers
of New York Fashion Week and beyond to bring you the season's most important
color trends. If you would like to download the report, click here.

Will you incorporate the colors above for your Spring 2012 wedding? Tell us which colors are your favorites!

Until next time,

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