January: A Time For Brides

Since working in the wedding industry I have definitely noticed a surge of wedding inquiries in the month of January.  If you are newly engaged or seeking wedding info, January is the month for you. On January 10th, 2010 there will be the Carolina Wedding Guide Bridal Expo from 12pm - 3pm.  Then, The Balcony will be having an open house from 1pm - 4pm. 

Both of these events will have countless local vendors, tastings, information, and coupons! I will be attending both of these events as a guest. I know many of the area's vendors so feel free ask me any questions. Let me know if you would like to meet after the events are over to talk about your wedding!

This is prime booking season at Airlie Gardens, also.  Call my office phone (910)798-7709 to schedule a tour or to request more information.

Red Roses

Red Roses are a timeless classic that are a wonderful choice when you want a wedding that is * simply elegant * in every sense of the words.  My bride, Rana, who is getting married on the Battleship North Carolina in April is doing just that.  Her theme is Black, White, and Red.  There is some military blue thrown in there, since her Husband-to-be will be wearing his uniform.  Rana is using Wendy Wright of A Beautiful Event to do her ceremony and reception (held at the Hilton). It is up to Wendy and me to transform the dramatic presence of the Battleship deck into the dream ceremony spot for Rana and Carl.
After meeting with Wendy, it was decided upon to have red roses as the predominate flower.  For Rana's Bouquet, it will be a very tight ball-like design of charlotte roses, bacari roses, white hydrangeas, and white lilies. Her Bridesmaids, who will be wearing black and white, will hold white hydrangeas and red roses.  The arbor will have a cascading spray of red flowers with white accents.  The aisle way will have four row markers of red roses with greenery and red bows down the remaining aisle. I can't wait!

KMI Photography

I met Kevin from KMI Photography today and we had a great lunch! We had a lot to talk about both being UNCW alumni and in the Wilmington wedding industry. Kevin is a super sweet guy and great photographer as you can see, I can't wait to work with him again in the future. Also, Kevin does a photo booth, too! He sets up a little backdrop off to the side of your event and friends and family can come and take the silliest pictures they desire! I have seen this done and it is quite entertaining. FYI, refer a booking client his way and he'll give you a sweet gift certificate!

Real Bride's from The Bride's Book

Check out The Bride's Blog for this week's "Real Bride."  This wedding took place at Airlie Gardens in Wilmington, NC.  I may particularly like Airlie Gardens becuase I work there, but it is hand's down the most beautiful place to be married in North Carolina!

Holiday Time

With the Holiday Season here, it is time to celebrate! Don't get lost in the details and forget to have fun. Do your party right and hire a planner. It is not too late to have the ultimate Holiday bash planned for you! Picture this: You and the most exciting people you know at the River Room in historic Downtown Wilmington, DJ Professionals will turn-up the music, your favorite food and drinks will be served, and all you have to do is mingle...

Holiday time also means changes as well. Possibly a new ring? Or a baby on the way? Whatever the reason may be, I want to help you commemorate the occasion! Let me know your ideas and we can go from there, MonicaTockman@gmail.com .