Monthly Archives: January 2014

Dreaming of Spring!

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So I have a confession to make. Okay, so ever since this crazy cold weather rolled in I’ve been seriously thinking ahead to warmer Spring months. Sundresses, open toed shoes, shedding this Winter coat of mine? Yeah, all of that is sounding pretty darn good at the moment. And so what better color palette to share on this cold wintry day that this happy sunny palette. Doesn’t that just warm your heart and make you smile?

 

 

 

Yeah, those had me at hello. So what do you think? Is anyone else liking these Spring inspired colors? – See more at: www.tulsaweddings.com/blog

What to expect from Tulsa Weddings & Design

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We realize the majority of brides and grooms have never planned an event as big as their wedding day. It is most likely the largest amount of money they have ever spent on a single day. Typically they have not worked with an event planner before or with any other event professionals. Our clients are relying on us to get them through the process but they often don’t know what to expect.  Through each phase of the planning process, we take the time to explain how wedding planning works.  Which means a better educated couple on how to impact the overall design without breaking the bank.  Talking clients through the planning process includes the following:

  • The order we like to book vendors
  • How you estimate and work with their budget
  • How many vendors you will recommend in each category
  • How our design process works
  • How rentals work
  • What they can expect at vendor consultations
  • What meetings we will attend
  • What we keep track of and what you expect clients to do on their own
  • When we will have initial time lines done
  • How vendor contracts and payments work
  • What a mock-up and final walk-through are
  • What we do on the wedding day

Whether you are planning a wedding, corporate or social gathering,  trust Tulsa Weddings & Designs with the details of your special event. We can’t wait to meet you and hear about your event details.

Creating the “WOW” factor on a limited budget!

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You too can create that “Wow” factor with any less-than-perfect venue.

Down the road, our clients family and guests won’t remember the venue nearly as much as they remember the great food, the fun entertainment and the company of friends they experienced the ceremony with. Those are the memories our clients cherish. If the venue is ugly or even just dark or boring, make the other areas shine. Serve a fabulous meal, provide unique and fun entertainment and make the guest tables look fabulous.  Set down with our fabulous planning team an we will assist you with finding your “WOW” factor too. Here are a few tips to get your started…..

  • Part of our brainstorming session will include how to bring out the best in the venue. Work with what is available. Are the ceilings low? Look for ways to take advantage of the cozy feel. Is the lighting bad? Perhaps running strings of light along the walls and ceilings will brighten it up. Are the walls drab? Fix this by spacing bright centerpieces along the walls that will draw the eyes.
  • Use trendy chair covers to give an elegant touch while hiding the unsightly but usable seats already at the venue. Or if the budget allows, rent new chairs.
  • Rent drapes to freshen up the space.
  • Drape areas of the walls or ceilings with fabric. Accent them with up-lighting and chandeliers.
  • Use eye catching centerpieces and colorful linens to draw attention away from bleak areas and focus on the guest tables.
  • Cover floors with fabric, rented carpet, or a rented wood floor covering.
  • Scatter flower petals along the floor or walkways to guide your guests along the way.
  • Use plants and flower arrangements liberally. You may even look into renting trees and potted plants from a nursery to further enhance that natural feel.

We know you will love these idea, and we have just the team of vendors to create this masterpiece.  Contact us today to start planning your  “WOW” wedding!  Our goal is to do better events, not more events. We offer event day coordination & partial event planning for couples that started the planning process but need some extra help. We feel our best work  is when we are involved through the whole planning process (full service) and can recommend the team of vendors who fit best with each client. We are all strong in design and it’s important to use our creativity with each event.       www.tulsaweddings.com email Sharon@tulsaweddings.com.

Don’t hire a “Wedding Coordinator”

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I hear of wedding vendors who will tell their clients, “Don’t hire a Wedding Coordinator, we will do all of that for you! Save your money!” More often than not, this “coordination” is just giving a bride and groom a list of names or places. Let’s call it what it is. It’s a Venue/Vendor Referral Program and not Wedding Coordination. It’s takes 16-20 vendors for an average, not-many-frills wedding and most of them aren’t even at the wedding or reception itself.

In my opinion, and 9 years of experience, a true Coordinator explores in-depth what their client’s personality, style and budget are. Along with this we want to learn the couple’s journey from how they met to how they got engaged and how they want to remember their wedding. We match their personality, style and budget with the best of the best in the wedding industry. We are also on site the entire day to ensure the event runs smoothly for our clients, their families and guest!