Archive for the ‘Massachusetts Wedding Vendors’ Category

Pink and Gray Wedding Details

Tuesday, August 24th, 2010

For a classic wedding style, gray tones and pinks are a perfect color combination to bring a sense of elegance to any part of your event.  MMD Events recently went fun crazy with this color combination for a inspirational design that makes me want to get married again (sorry honey!).  So be sure to get inspired below and visit MMD’s blog for more photos from their photo shoot.

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images above by:   Gus & Ruby Letterpress | MMD Events (photo by Kristen Weaver Photography) | Emici Bridal | Something Sweet by Michelle (photo by Claris Photography) | MMD Events (photo by Kristen Weaver Photography) | Emici Bridal | Maine Seasons Events | Patrick McNamara Photography

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Wedding vendors above are members of my Kate Parker Wedding your online wedding resource guide geared towards directing couples to quality vendors based on their price range and state.

myKPW Welcomes Four New Vendors!

Friday, August 20th, 2010

myKPW welcomes four new vendors into the my Kate Parker Wedding family!

Food For Forks

Website: www.foodforforks.com

my Kate Parker vendor directory: Food For Forks

my Kate Parker Wedding State & Budget: NYC 50-80k

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Gracie Lou Events

Website: www.gracielouevents.com

my Kate Parker Wedding State & Budget: Massachusetts 25-50k, 50-80k

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Kevin Jacobus Photography

Website: www.kevinjacobusphoto.com

my Kate Parker Wedding State & Budget: Massachusetts & New Hampshire 25-50k

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Ambiance Chic Wedding Designs

Website: www.findambiance.com

my Kate Parker vendor directory: Ambiance Chic Wedding Designs

my Kate Parker Wedding State & Budget: Connecticut 50-80k, 80k+

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All of the vendors above are members of my Kate Parker Wedding your online wedding resource guide geared towards directing couples to quality vendors based on their price range and state.

Alden Blair Events | Vendor Spotlight

Thursday, August 19th, 2010

Alden Blair Events has joined the my Kate Parker Wedding family!  Massachusetts wedding planner, Alden Blair Events, is located in the Boston area and caters to couples in New England.  Their wedding planning company has a variety of services from complete planning to taking on smaller wedding projects.  Check out more information on Alden Blair Events below!

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Number of years in business:

My background in events stems from working for the Department of Defense, planning official, international visits between the United States and the Middle East. After years of traveling to places that most people only read about in the news (Turkey, Jordan, Sri Lanka, and the UAE to name a few) I needed to exercise my creative side — thus my venture into wedding planning. It’s been five years of planning beautiful weddings and it’s hard to imagine doing anything else.

Pricing Information:

Day-of coordination is the beginning of our services, and is priced around $1,000. Starting a month before the wedding, we meet with our couples to discuss every detail of the big day, down to the last detail of decor set up. From there we plan out the timeline and coordinate with vendors, ensuring that everything is in its place when the time comes.

We also offer partial, complete, and custom planning packages to help couples where they need it the most. Our most popular package is partial coordination which offers clients the guidance and resources necessary for them to efficiently find the vendors that meet their style and budget needs.

Complete service descriptions and pricing is available on our website (www.aldenblairevents.com/services) and as always, we offer complimentary consultations, allowing couples to meet our coordinators and us to learn more about the wedding.

What makes you stand out?

The perspective that wedding planning can be more (or less) than complete coordination. Couples who plan their wedding deserve a skilled, professional team to handle the day-of production — whether their budget is $100k or $40k. All of our clients, regardless of budget, receive the same attention and quality of service at a competitive, affordable rate.

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What’s the favorite part of your work?

When couples, beaming with happiness, linger behind their guests at the end of the reception. It’s really the first time they have to absorb everything that has just happened, and even if they are sad to see the party end, they are excited about the life that is to come. It is such an exciting but exhausting time! As the wedding coordinator, my role allows them to enjoy every moment of the day, from getting ready through to the dance party, so the couple’s radiant smiles are the ultimate signs of a flawless event.

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If you have any spare time, how do you spend it?

I sincerely enjoy sharing dinner and drinks with friends, so I take every opportunity to try a new restaurant. Boston is teeming with wonderful places so the decision boils down to “old favorite” or “latest hotspot” — either way there is good wine and great conversation. Between meals it is off to the gym or running down the Charles River in preparation for my next half marathon. And every so often, with a wedding-free weekend, I am on the next plane (the “travel bug” bit me years ago and there are still so many wonderful places to see!).

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Which charity(s) are you donating to and why?

The Pink Initiative hopes to bring an end to breast cancer through the collective efforts of the wedding industry and private donors alike. Sharing in the effort, and other breast cancer causes, is a small way to contribute to the health and well being of generations of brides to come.

Alden Blair Events
Website: www.aldenblairevents.com
my Kate Parker Wedding State & Budget: MA 25-50k

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<p style=”text-align: center;”><span style=”color: #330000;”><span style=”font-style: normal;”>All of the vendors above are members of <a style=”color: #00abb3; text-decoration: none;” href=”../../”>my Kate Parker Wedding</a></span></span><span style=”color: #330000;”><span style=”font-style: normal;”> your </span><span style=”font-style: normal;”><a style=”color: #00abb3; text-decoration: none;” href=”http://www.mykateparkerwedding.com/blog/index.php”>online wedding resource guide</a> </span><span style=”font-style: normal;”>geared towards directing couples to quality vendors based on their price range and state.</span></span></p>

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Alden Blair Events is a member of my Kate Parker Wedding your online wedding resource guide geared towards directing couples to quality vendors based on their price range and state.

Navy Inspiration

Monday, August 16th, 2010

Blue seems to be a favorite color of everyone at some point or another.. And what a bold color to add to your wedding, playing off the sky, water, and added decor in-between. I love the cute couple below using a frame as a fabulous prop during their engagement session, always a fan of creativity! Blue offers so many shades to complete a gorgeous color palette, I don’t think anyone could go wrong! For more inspiration, check out the galleries on my Kate Parker Wedding.

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Images above by: Seshu Photography | Griffin-Vites Stationary (photo by Geneve Hoffman) | Orchard Cove Photography | Julia MacInnis Photography | Diana Daley Photography | Rodeo & Co Photography | Eventually By Molly | Kristin Spencer Photography | Merci New York (photo by Christopher Duggan Photography)

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All vendors above are members of my Kate Parker Wedding your online wedding resource guide geared towards directing couples to quality vendors based on their price range and state.


Rustic Wedding Inspiration

Thursday, August 12th, 2010

The images below fit the style of rustic weddings to an absolute tee! So much greenery is used to create a real, natural setting. The birch tree candles and moss add so much detail giving off the earthy vibe. With neutral accents and earth tones to make up the color palette, there’s no going wrong with nature. I don’t think that cotton boutonniere could be more unique! For more wedding inspiration, head to the galleries on myKPW!

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Images above by: Merci New York | Parrott Design Studio | Amanda McMahon Photography| Just For You Floral Design Studio | Sperry Tents Seacoast (photo by Josephine Photography) | Carla Ten Eyck Photography | Parrott Design Studio | DianaDaley Photography | Griffin-vites Stationery (photo by Brea McDonald and design collaboration with Maine Seasons Events) | SD Events

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All vendors above are members of my Kate Parker Wedding your online wedding resource guide geared towards directing couples to quality vendors based on their price range and state.

Mount Washington Wedding | Earl Christie Photography

Thursday, August 12th, 2010

Massachusetts photographer, Earl Christie Photography, captured some of the amazing views surrounding this Mount Washington wedding. With beautiful scenery and a completely natural setting at Mount Washington, I couldn’t begin to image having breathtaking views as background to all of my wedding photos. I can’t help but notice the happiness beaming behind the bride and her father’s small smiles before they make their walk down the isle. Also, the yellow flower pin in her hair.. I’m wearing a pink one and I’m beginning to think I could use another..! Check out Earl Christie’s blog to see more of his recent uploads.

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Massachusetts photographerEarl Christie Photography is a member of my Kate Parker Wedding your online wedding resource guide geared towards directing couples to quality vendors based on their price range and state.

A Sneak Peek from the myKPW NH Photo Shoot!

Wednesday, August 11th, 2010

I know there is much anticipation happening in hopes for a sneak peek of the photos from the myKPW New Hampshire photo shoot … so here is a little taste from four of our photographers.  We had so much fun organizing the event and especially seeing the end product.  Every one of our vendors came together to collaborate with each other and the tables, photographs, dessert buffets, cakes, and stationery were all fabulous!  We still have two more photographers to share so stay tuned for the rest : )

Mark Davidson Photography

Visit Mark Davidson Photography on myKPW

Website: www.mark-davidson.com

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Birch Blaze Studios

Visit Birch Blaze Studios on myKPW

Website: www.birchblaze.com

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Eric McCallister Photography

Visit Eric McCallister Photography on myKPW

Website: www.mccallisterphoto.com

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Doug Levy Photography

Website: www.douglaslevyphotography.com

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Check back soon to see more from the myKPW New Hampshire Photo Shoot!

Perks of Hiring a Wedding Planner | Expert Advice from EFD Creative

Monday, August 9th, 2010

These days brides are able to search for a wealth of information about wedding planning on the internet. Information on anything from wedding styles, decor, venues, and prices can be found easily. However, all of these facts add up to an overwhelming amount after a while and it is difficult to figure out the correct answer. This is when a wedding planner comes into play.  Massachusetts wedding planner, EFD Creative, offers expert advice on how a wedding planner can guide a bride through the internet in search for answers that make the most sense in regard to the bride’s budget and style. EFD Creative claims that you may want to consider hiring if you have asked yourself any of the questions below..

You love the chat boards and wedding sites and have gotten inspired by talking to other brides. However, for every question you ask, you get 10 different answers. How do you know which piece of advice is best for you? The reality is that what works for others may be too expensive for you, and what sounds great for a bride in one part of the country may be completely unrealistic for your event.

You found a great list of vendors and have already started calling a few. Some seem nice, but you’re not sure if you’re getting the most for your money. How do you know what the right cost is for a certain vendor? Can you negotiate with them? Some of them offer services that overlap with other vendors. What’s the best approach that will give you the biggest bang for your buck?

You have a limited budget but you have big dreams! This is a very common scenario with brides. You want the best, but you have to keep things within a certain budget. The more you get into the planning process, the more unexpected expenses keep piling up! Who knew you needed those pretty chairs? But now they are a must! How do you prioritize things, while still getting your dream wedding?

Read the full expert advice article on myKPW!

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Massachusetts wedding planner, EFD Creative is a member of my Kate Parker Wedding your online wedding resource guide geared towards directing couples to quality vendors based on their price range and state.