Day of coordination Vs. Event Management

 Engagement season has almost ended and our mail box has been filled with inquiries from the newly engaged, seeking information on " Day of coordination" vs. Event Management. This topic has caused quite a few debates in the industry....over all we have failed to educate brides properly. The title alone sums up where the confusion begins ..."Day of" ladies ( and gentlemen) NO planner is EVER available to wake up and walk into your reception space, church, hotel room on wedding day and be fully in the know of what's about to go down. (unless she's packing a wand and pixie dust...and in that case I want her as my new BFF ) In my minds eye there is a newbie planner with a check list interviewing a bride during hair and make up and It's NOT PRETTY as they both realize it's a huge undertaking. Minimally event management is what we should be continually sharing with our new inquiries, this time allows for contract review, the opportunity to create a customized time line filled with your details, schedule a site walk through, see you face to face a few times, attend your final dress fitting, create check list, attend rehearsal and finally coordinate your day. BIG difference right! It helps when we are fully vested with your MOMENT. SOooooo ladies  and gentlemen as your reaching out to planners please keep in mind that our goal is that your celebration is flawless and remember it takes time in order for this to happen ...but you will reap the benefits of hiring a professional. Congratulations and happy planning !

Buccaneer Room Wedding

We love to see the still images from the moments that we have been allowed to participate in.  We believe that the images in your mind, and the ones captured are what our clients look back on over the years and we advise them to choose wisely. B + L did just that ! And McKenzie Baird knocked it out of the park with the images behind their celebration. Every image is stunning so to narrow it down was not an easy task. If you saw our previous post, B + L selected a first look, and that all bridal party photos be done prior to exchanging vows so that that could attend their own cocktail hour..... LOVE IT !  The couple exchanged vows on the grounds of the islands historical Menard Hall, followed with cocktails in the Maceo Bakery. What followed next was my absolute favorite. ( dinner ) B + L decided early on that every one invited to their celebration would be family, some by blood others by choice. I tell you the energy in the room was palpable as they shared that meal. The dance floor opened with passed tequila shots, that  my friends should give you and idea of the kind of night that followed. OMW it was hard to narrow this down but I hope that you enjoy them as much as we do.

Buccaneer Room wedding of B + L

Y'all,  we celebrated out first wedding of 2019 a few weeks ago. It was an intimate celebration filled with details and memorable moments. We had a great team of vendors who pulled it all together, ( I will share more about them my next post) But for now I am gushing over the sneak peeks from McKenzie Baird Photography and attempting to narrow them down to a one of my favorite shots. AND I think I found it ! B + L choose a first look and if you know us ....it's one of our favorite things. This image sums it up .....look at their faces !!!!! .....SWOON and tears .....enjoy ! 

What we love about weddings by Galveston Wedding Planner

Now you guys and girls all know we love every thing wedding, BUT truth be told we do have a few FAVORITE things that happen on wedding day. We have tried to nail down exactly what it is about those moments  that make us gush with joy, or literally ugly cry happy tears. Now we know that your wracking your brain to figure out exactly what they are ...so let's get to it ! 

1. We love when the bride is getting dressed, and just over her shoulder her is mom beaming with pride, sharing last minute marriage wisdom, and her heart for her daughters future. 

2. When the bride puts on the dress, and the fairytale day beings. 

3. We absolutely swoon when we see all the details that we have planned for months come together and are just the perfect match. 

4.  Our favorite thing is just before the bride walks down the aisle,  and she is just outside the church doors with her father ( insert real ugly tears here)  we have been privileged to some sweet and intimate conversations that we will for ever hold close. 

5.  AND when we see a packed dance floor filled with generations dancing to the beat......their is nothing like it ! 

Galveston wedding planner Wedding Wednesday tip's

It's wedding Wednesday and we are excited to share 5 reasons why you should choose a first look.

The tradition of not seeing each other prior to the wedding was born during the days of arranged marriages, and slowly changed into " bad luck"  for the couple to see each other prior to the ceremony ( with an emphasis on the groom changing his mind ) BUT lately this tradition has been passed over by brides and groom's who wanted to marry to the beat of their own drum AND we love it !  Now that we have heard the history of why not .....let's chat it up about WHY to ( LOL ! )

1. You get to see each other at the start of the day when your face is freshly beat, and your fashion is at it's peek . 

2. It allows for a quiet moment alone with your intended

3. It provides the opportunity to talk through the nervousness of the day. 

4. It also gives you the opportunity to take all of the photo's prior to the ceremony 

5. AND....you get to  mix and mingle during in cocktail hour WITH your guest 

It's a lot to consider BUT we love love them ! 

Bryan Museum Wedding of J + S

I am always excited about sharing the details behind the moment. And it's helps when your bride has selected the island's hottest venue as her back drop.....the Bryan Museum never disappoints. J + S chose an intimate wedding celebration...our final guest count was 68, they tied the knot surrounded by their closest friends and family. Guest were invited in to the conservatory for surf and turf prepared by Chopin Mon Ami ( psssss. check them out if you are looking for great food! ) The day details were beautifully captured by Pedigo Photography and it's our pleasure to share them with you.

E + K Ashton Villa Wedding Congratulations

It's the Moment that E + K have been waiting for ! So we wanted to take the time to say may your journey together bring your more joy than you can imagine. Now, lets get you two hitched !

Doyle Convention Wedding of N + D

This weekend N + D tied the knot  in their home town of Texas City. ( mine too)

The bride processed down the aisle to Cannon in D played by a mariachi.  It was simply a sweet moment ! From there guest were greeted with margaritas and the lively sounds of the mariachi through out cocktail hour. The bride selected the color palette of green, cream and gold. It was absolutely PERFECT! We don't want to spill all of the beans, so we will save those until all of the wedding day portfolio arrives. Until then let's drool over the sneak peeks ! 

Shout out to Clear Shutter Photography for the images