Sunday, January 16, 2011

Designer Spotlight.. Jenny Lee

Every so often I come across a dress or a designer that really inspires me. Although in St Louis not all designers can be found, I still enjoy researching designers globally. This has been helpful a few times where our clients asked if we had an opinion on a designer that they are in love with.

Jenny Lee first came on my radar a couple of years ago on a trip to LA. Jenny Lee has not disappointed me yet, and the design this season are no exception.
Love this dress is from Jenny Lee’s Spring 2011 collection, which is fabulous by the way. The style number is 1101



Here are some excerpts from their site, that speak to why I love them and how unique it is.

Design Aesthetic
"The fit and construction of Jenny Lee's gowns have always been comparable to Parisian haute couture. Each gown is handcrafted by a single person, from the very first stitch to the last. These elements coupled with the highest quality fabrics and superb pattern cutting skills come together to create the most sought after effect. A luxury brand carrying beautiful, sophisticated wedding gowns that always ensure a flattering and feminine silhouette; Jenny Lee has always made sure that each gown brings out the beauty of who is wearing it."
Quality Fit
"Here at Jenny Lee, we do not produce wedding dresses to standard set size specifications. We appreciate that the perfect fit of a gown is one of the most important elements, and we strive for perfection when we make all of our dresses.

When a bride selects a dress we work with the salon to get all of the bride's exact measurements, which we then incorporate into our specialized sizing specifications to create a one-of-a-kind fit. This is the closest to a "couture" experience a bride can get and ultimately shows in the finished product.

Our gowns are renowned for their fit and support. They are fully constructed both inside and out. Additionally, the gowns are fully lined with silk, so the bride will look and feel exceptional in a Jenny Lee dress."



This is especially exciting for people like many of us that are not blessed to be born 5'10 and a size 4. If you are looking for a great looking and perfect fitting dress, you should definitely check out Jenny Lee!

Tuesday, January 11, 2011

Real Wedding #2 Featured in Saint Louis Bride


We are over the moon excited, that Saint Louis Bride Magazine featured not 1 but 2 of our weddings in the Spring/Summer 2011 issue on sale now.

This wedding of Amina and Phillip was fun and delightful from the very beginning. We planned it mostly over the phone, with very very few in person meetings. Both the couple and Amina's mother lived out of state. From the first conversation we had, I knew they were a great fit for our company. Amina was sweet, funny, and loved all things blingy. Phillip was quiet but quite the funny man. We had such fun with them whenever they came in town.


The design was created around the color orange in the bridesmaid dresses. After we took a trip to the BBJ Linen Showroom, we ironed out which orange the groom was thinking and which shade of orange the bride was thinking they were. Mission accomplished and the design was born.

We designed three distinct tablescapes, that we achieved with different linens and floral centerpieces. On each table, we used custom made menu's and table numbers by Two Blue Doors, Inc. The table numbers are pictures of family members with the number of years they had been married listed. The menu's which were made to fit perfectly in the gold charger plates. Each entree selection was signified by the color of the menu.

For the table floral, we had three centerpieces to correspond with the linens. There was a lower, medium, and tall centerpiece. The tallest centerpiece consisted of branches, orchids, and lots of crystals to continue the glam factor.

In the main ballroom, we had a very warm and inviting lounge setup in the corner. This allowed guests who didn't want to dance, to escape from their dinner table and relax and have a conversation. Both the bride and her mom wanted to be surprised and entrusted us to come up with something "fabulous". I believe we succeeded, as during the room reveal Amina and Phillip loved it. We added a crystal beaded curtain to continue on the bling. thanks to Parties & Props, Ltd. We also placed lounge furniture and a firepit out on the terrace overlooking the St Louis arch and the Mississippi Riverfront. Guests were able to enjoy the outside while still being warm.

Thanks to our friends at Sisters Flowers, the bouquets were vivid and beautiful calla lilies. The bouquets contrasted perfectly to the bridesmaids orange dresses. The grooms party wore clean and crisp white tuxes, which also offered a beautiful contrast to the floral.

Thank you to Amina & Phillip for letting us be part of your big day!

Dream Team:
Event Stylist & Coordination: Lacy Branch Events
Ceremony: Christ Church Cathedral
Reception: Four Seasons Hotel St Louis
Cake: Four Seasons
Photography: Bobbi Brinkman Photography
Floral Design: Sisters Flowers
Stationery: Two Blue Doors, Inc.
Linens: BBJ Linen
Misc Decor Rental: Parties & Props, Ltd.

Thursday, January 6, 2011

Real Wedding #1 Featured in Saint Louis Bride ..


It is always an honor when our clients love what we do. It is equally an honor when others in the industry like what we do. We just received word that in the Spring/Summer issue of Saint Louis Bride Magazine, they are featuring not 1 but 2 of our weddings from this past fall!

We want to post both of them, and will do them independently since there are so many talented vendors, and we don't want to confuse them. This wedding turned out amazing on so many levels!



I knew before we started that day, that this wedding was print worthy. Our team, and Katie and her mom Rhonda, had worked tirelessly on the details. The team of vendors from stationery, lighting,floral,linens, rentals, and the crew of Ameristar were ALL STAR all the way. Not to mention, Katie & Todd are a beautiful couple, and they had the amazingly talented Gina Kelly from Lace Photography behind the lense. We were destined to get great shots.

Feel free to check out our blog post from September that shows more details of Katie & Todd's wedding.

Thank you Katie & Todd for choosing us to be your designers, and thank you Saint Louis Bride Magazine for running this wedding!

Dream Team:
Event Stylist & Coordination: Lacy Branch Events
Ceremony: Event Lawn - Ameristar Casino Resort Spa St Charles
Reception: Discovery Ballroom-Ameristar Casino Resort Spa St Charles
Photography: Lace Photography
Floral Design: Sisters Flowers
Stationery: Two Blue Doors, Inc.
Lighting & Videography: Millennium Productions
DJ: CJ's Disc Jockey Service
Officiant: Lamira Martin
Rentals: The Aries Company
Linens: BBJ Linen
Hair & Makeup: Tami Scott Cosmetics Salon: Acadamie
Transportation: JED Limousine
Misc Decor Rental: Parties & Props, Ltd.