{Tips & Advice} Why you NEED a videographer!

Do you really need a videographer? YES! Ask anyone that has been married without having a videographer and more times than not, they regret not being able to replay their vows, toasts and first dance! You never realize how important you think this is till its something you regret not having. It is the ONLY way you will be able to hear some of the most important moments in your life!

We sat down a moment with some of our favorite people, Adrianne and Atek and asked them, Why would you say each bride NEEDS a videographer. Here's what they said......

Your wedding day had taken months maybe years to plan - the dress, the flower, the cake - what do you have after it's all over? Memories like a wedding day need to be documented and archived for you and your future family. It's so often said " a picture is worth a thousand words" but a video, with sound and action, it's priceless. We here at Turquoise Video all too often hear from brides about how a friend or family member really regrets not hiring a videographer, so our clients understand how important documenting their wedding day is.

 

 

 

 You don't have to go out and spend thousands of dollars to get in on film either, there are tons of companies that can film and edit a nice DVD for less than $1800.00. But if you want a highly edited and artistically filmed wedding, then you'll be looking at prices around $2800 and up.

We recently received an email from a bride that just finished watching her "wedding highlight" and said "Omg we love love love it:)))) Y'all did an amazing job...!!! Our families think it is beautiful!!!! It's so cool because it takes you right back to all those moments and I can't imagine a couple getting married without having a great videographer!! Best purchase ever!"

She probably summed it up in those few words "best purchase ever!".

 

Adrianne Porcelli

Turquoise Video Productions

817.235.9801

www.tvideoproductions.com

LIKE USwww.facebook.com/TurquoiseVideo

 

Photo Credits :

Tracy Autem Photography
Dixie Dixon Photography

 

Hidden gem in Fort Worth for you and your guests - Embassy Suites - Fort Worth

We found a hidden gem in Downtown that we just had to share with you. The Embassy Suites Fort Worth – Downtown, offers spacious two room suites, with a bedroom and separate living space. 

How perfect is that for your out of town guests!

They offer all of our guests a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning and access into the evening Manager’s Reception with complimentary cocktails and appetizers.

If you are still on the hunt for a reception location, this would be perfect and centrally located so your guests could stay and enjoy downtown Fort Worth!

For more information contact Emiley Carter at 817-200-2851 or view their website

 here!

{Big Day Weather}! It's like a crystal ball for your wedding!

Bonus Blog! We were so excited about this we added a bonus blog this week! We learned about the coolest new service for brides, and especially outdoor wedding brides, that has come along in a while! Big Day Weather! It's like your own personal meteorologist for your wedding day!

Your wedding is the most important day of your life. You will undoubtedly invest countless hours and many dollars in the planning and preparation for the Big Day. Unfortunately, regardless of the amount of time, energy and money invested, you will not be able to control the weather. But, with a little flexibility and proper guidance from Big Day Weather’s professional staff, most weddings can maneuver though inclement weather conditions. Big Day doesn’t simply dispense forecasts…they also provide critical guidance and insight to help you and your guests make informed weather decisions.

Don’t let poor weather planning ruin your wedding day memories. Enlist Big Day Weather to help you make the best decisions possible in the days leading up to, and the day of your big event.

Big Day Weather services include:

• Your own personal weather web page, specifically for your event and your guests
• Phone consultations with a meteorologist to help guide you through inclement weather situations
• Customized audio forecasts for your event
• Severe weather alerts
• Prices starting at only $49

For more information, check them out here:

www.bigdayweather.com

@bigdayweather (Twitter)

 

A big thanks to Charlie for helping us spread the love!

 

{Venue Spotlight} Hollow Hill Event Center

On March 28th, we had the pleasure of participating in the open house at Hollow Hills Farm and Event Center. Going to a new venue, you never know what to expect and we were amazed at the details the Getcher family thought of!

 

Hollow Hill Farm was established by David and Jean Gechter in April 1983.

 

 

 

 It was originally a part of the Tucker Family dairy farm. Hollow Hill is still a working farm – growing and baling coastal hay at this time. The land has been lovingly tended by the Gechter's over the years, and in recent years they wanted to share their beautiful farm with the world.

 

The decision to open the farm up as an event center was born, and the progress started almost immediately. David has always had a love of building things, and has created many different "vignette" style areas at the Farm including the Great Hall, Old Town, The Hen House (Bridal Suite), The Bunk House (Grooms Suite), Pavilion, Barn and Pecan Grove Ceremony area complete with an old wood cross.

 

 

 It is a place of love, and they share that with everyone who comes out, as you know. Right now the farm is a bustle with a variety of wildflowers, including Bluebonnets, Indian Paintbrush, Indian Blanket, Black-eyed Susans, and Mexican Hat. Its just a lovely place to visit, and hold an event.

 

 

 

 

We just loved the Pecan Orchard lit up at night!

 

 

 

 

If you are interested in more information, please visit their website!

 

http://www.hollowhilleventcenter.com/

 

 

 

{Vendor Spotlight} Blossoms on the Bricks

Spring is finally here (!!!! super excited about this!!!!) and we thought it was perfect that this week's Vendor Spotlight was for our friends over at Blossoms on the Bricks! Every Friday, The Bliss Girls look forward to seeing what BotB will bring us to pretty up our front desk! Check out what we had this week....

Blossoms on the Bricks is a super cute flower shoppe located on "the bricks" of Camp Bowie just a few blocks from our salon. From everyday bouquets (thank you, get well, Love You) to full service weddings (see amazing pictures below!), Darla and her staff can take care of your floral bloom dreams! They have over 17 years experience in design and go out of their way to take care of each and every customer.

You probably recognize the super fantabulous dispays that Darla and her crew put together outside the flower shop to display their creative genius. We were so proud of them this past October when they had their open house and ribbon cutting ceremony. (Opening day photos by p31eleven Photography)

We were so excited to see that one of our brides this past weekend (Congrats Naomi!) used Blossoms on the Bricks for her wedding! The theme was lavendar and lace. Here are a few pics from the wedding.....

If you want to see more floral gorgeousness like the following pics,

follow Blossoms on the Bricks on Facebook!

Blossoms on the Bricks 
5023 Camp Bowie Blvd
Fort Worth, TX 76107
phone 817-377-1900
fax 817-377-1030

M-F 9AM - 5PM
Sat 9AM -2PM
Closed Sunday

Website    Facebook

Opening day photos : P31eleven Photography

{Venue Spotlight} The Ashton Depot, Fort Worth

Ashton Depot Catering & Events

The historic Ashton Depot (originally the Santa Fe Depot) was opened on March 1, 1899 in response to a growing demand for railroad service in Fort Worth. It has both witnessed and contributed to over a century of Texas memories. Built during a time when train lines were expanding cross- country and passenger travel was heavy, the depot served as a relief for nearby stations and a victory in local architectural design. In the early days, passengers traveled for necessity, as trains or wagons were the primary modes of transportation, but by the 1920's, rail stations were “roaring,” as was the rest of the country. Oil was booming, wealth abounded, and people began using train travel for leisure purposes.

In 1938 the depot was renovated and “modernized” as part of an extensive program undertaken by the Fort Worth Union Passenger Station and the Santa Fe Railroad. The station served several lines until 1960, when the Santa Fe became the sole railroad using the facility.  Amtrak operated passenger rail service out of the station between 1973 and 1995. Additionally, the depot was listed both in the National Register of Historic Places and designated as a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark in 1970.

Set-up with Band

Today, the neoclassical Beaux Arts-Style terminal has been restored to its original beauty and distinctiveness. The original stained glass windows, barrel-vaulted ceilings, and marble floors are stunning, emanating an atmosphere of effortless style and grace. Although the name of the architect remains a mystery, we do know that the structure was built by the contracting firm of Smith and Bardon during the late 1800's.

Now a full service event venue, The Ashton Depot boasts a creative and talented culinary team led by Executive Chef Cesar Gallegos.  Whether you are hosting an engagement party, rehearsal dinner or ceremony and wedding reception, The Ashton Depot is a beautiful and unique choice.

 

Outdoor Ceremony Location

 

 

 

Contact Info: Jillian Gibson, Catering Sales Manager

jillian@THEASHTONDEPOT.COM

http://www.ashtoncatering.com

817.810.9501

{Vendor Spotlight} Tami Winn Events

We are so happy to be featuring Tami Winn Events as one of our favorite vendors!  From the TWE team:

 

"Tami Winn Events is Fort Worth’s largest wedding production company; specializing in creating events that are nothing short of fabulous. Our services include complete wedding design, florals and wedding coordination, among many others. The Tami Winn Events design team can execute an event with professionalism and smiles the whole way, keeping in mind that creating a unique and memorable event is what it’s all about. At Tami Winn Events, we truly love what we do and the incredible people that we meet!"

 

 

 

Tami Winn - CWP

phone 817.589.2393

fax 682-626-5588

www.tamiwinn.com

blog: www.tamiwinn.blogspot.com

follow us on facebook: Tami Winn Events

 

 

    nothing short of fabulous

 

{Venue Spotlight} City Club of Fort Worth

Today we are honored to feature City Club in downtown Fort Worth!

D.R. Horton Tower

 City Club is downtown Fort Worth’s private business, social and fitness club that is privately owned and offers catering services to members and non-members onsite and offsite. City Club features 10 well-appointed dining rooms to accommodate your corporate or social event and is located in the D.R. Horton Tower and occupies the street level, 3rd and 4th floors.

Beef Tenderloin Plates

Ballroom (Photo credit: Tracy Autem) 

Ballroom with a different reception set-up

Ceremony Set-Up in the 4th Floor Gallery

Oak Room set up for an event featuring a band

City Club Catering is ready to assist you in planning your special event downtown or across town. We specialize in weddings, private and corporate events, and off-site events.  Custom menus and impeccable service are always included.  City Club overlooks historic Sundance Square and can accommodate an intimate gathering or a lavish reception. City Club is the perfect setting for an elegant wedding ceremony, memorable reception, rehearsal dinner or bridal shower.

Gorgeous Balcony shot by Greg Blomberg

If you're as impressed with this gorgeous venue as we are, contact City Club to help make your wedding everything you want it to be!

Contact info: 

Angie Moors, Catering Sales Manager

amoors@cityclubfw.com

817-878-4051

www.cityclubfw.com

www.facebook.com/cityclubfw

{Store Windows} Gold Dust Vintage

We were super excited when the girls from Gold Dust Vintage said they would dress up our windows for December!

Did you see these amazing chairs? You can have those at your wedding!

The couch is to die for ................ Did someone say bridal portraits?

We were so sad to see the windows taken down today but alas, the pretty's are scheduled to be fabulous for someone else now. Thank you Megan and Rachel for making us look so festive this December!





If you want to get in touch with the girls from Gold Dust Vintage Rentals, here's the info:

Gold Dust Vintage Rentals
megan@golddustvintage.com
rachel@golddustvintage.com

817-703-7619

www.golddustvintage.com

Specialty rentals of vintage decor, props, furniture and creative details for weddings, parties, photo sessions and more!

{Trend Alert} Reception Dresses

Hey ladies! Alright, let’s all be honest, the wedding industry has changed A LOT since our beautiful mommas walked down the aisle, am I right? And one of the trends that has been on the rise in the more recent years is having a reception dress, along with your ceremony gown, for your big day. Let’s explore that a little bit, shall we?

There are some great reasons to have a separate dress for your reception. Reason number one: if you have always dreamed about having an elaborate, beautiful grand gown gracing your bridal body when you float down that aisle towards the man of your dreams, maybe you haven’t quite considered how hard that baby may be to mingle, dance, and celebrate in at your beautiful reception. So why not have a reception dress to change into? Look at it as a time to show more of your personal style, whereas your ceremony gown may have been perfect for highlighting your bridal style. The reception dress may be influenced by your bridal gown or it may even be of a different style altogether. The reception dress can be long or short, either way. There really aren’t any rules as to what “qualifies” as a reception dress. The main focus here is comfort and hopefully that it does not require help from a bridesmaid in order to use the ladies’ room. Secondly, climate and the theme of your reception are factors that should definitely be considered when choosing whether or not you want to incorporate a reception dress into your special day. For example, maybe you’re getting married outdoors in the Texas summer and would like something a little more airy and easy to party in after you’ve said “I do.” If so, go for it! Here are just a few styles that we have in our bridesmaid collection here at Bliss that we think would be great for reception dresses:

 

WTOO Style 302

 

Watters Style 2252

Watters Style 2258

Watters Style 2412

Let’s face it, some of you will want to spend as much time as possible in your bridal gown on the day of your wedding, which is completely understandable!  The way you see it, it is the gown you’ve chosen to get married in and since it’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience, no one will be able to pry that thing off of you until you’re boarding a plane to your Honeymoon! If this is you, then GO GIRL! A reception dress is not for you and that's perfect!

All in all, the question that will ultimately make the decision whether choose to have a second dress or not is quite simple: "Do you want one?" One of the most exciting things about planning a wedding nowadays is that you can personalize and tailor your wedding to pretty much anything you want to do, as long as it fits in your budget. So, as always, stay true to your vision, and remember that your dress (or dresses) is/are no exception to that rule!