The Sparkle Spot
Dresses for the Romantic Bride
28 January
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This week we are focusing on options for the Romantic Bride. Today, we are highlighting romantic wedding gowns that will appeal to your style. 

1st Up: Mori Lee 

This beautiful dress is made of ruffled organza with beading. The ruffled one shoulder strap is removable. 

This beautiful gown features embroidery and delicate pleating.  

Oh this lovely sheath gown is gorgeous with the lace fabric and delicate beading. 


This gown features embroidery and lace and comes with a matching jacket option. 


The lovely wedding gown features floral motifs and allover beading and sequins. Beautiful!


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{Trend Alert} Doily In Wedding
26 January
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This week we are focusing on the “romantic” bride.  In February’s issue of “Bride’s” magazine there was an article about the return of the doily.  The doily is making a come and it’s not just for grandma’s anymore.  It’s design is reminiscent of beautiful lace.  


Here are some doily inspiration for all of you romantic brides!

This lovely hanging doily tree would make a beautiful escort card table.  

What a lovely doily wedding dress!  The bride MADE this dress as well as her bouquet! Talk about true talent!
Beautiful doily wedding invitation envelope!  Here are the DIY instructions to create this look!
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Lovely place card doily’s
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Finally this lovely doily lace inspired wedding cake! 

Doilies are not only beautiful but they are very inexpensive and can add a beautiful unique and vintage feel to your wedding or event.  


Now go and embrace the doily.  
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Bride’s Choice Awards™ 2011 – Recipient
25 January
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We are excited to announce Sparkling Events & Designs, LLC. has been chosen to receive the Bride’s Choice Awards™ 2011. This award recognizes the top 5 percent of local wedding professionals from the WeddingWire Network who demonstrate quality and service excellence in the wedding industry.

We are so pleased to have received this away for our very 1st year in business! 

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{News} Association of Bridal Consultants Designation
25 January
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This morning I’m very excited to announce that Ebony Sparkes (me) the Founder & Managing Director of Sparkling Events & Designs, LLC., has achieved the designation of Consultant from the Association of Bridal Consultants (ABC).  In just two and a half months since joining this wonderful organization, I have already moved up and I’m just a few points away from the next level. This designation is something that typically takes consultants a year to attain from the time of membership, not your’s truly… 2.5 months! 


What does this mean for you brides and/or hostesses? 

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ABC is the oldest and largest group of wedding professionals in the world, they have been making wedding dreams come true since 1955. They have the most detailed and comprehensive training in the industry.  So you should rest assured that your wedding or event is in good hands with Sparkling Events & Designs, LLC.  

I’m so excited that Sparkling Events & Designs, LLC., is a part of this great organization!  This designation just adds to the experience and education that we already possess with over 12 years of professional project management experience.  Which is what makes us truly stand apart!  We are invested in making EVERY event Sparkle!  
What type of bride are you?
24 January
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Are you newly engaged?  Have you begun thinking about your bride “style“?  What vision do you have for your wedding and reception?  Your bride style is heavily drawn from your personal style and influences all of the decisions that you make on each component of your wedding.  So, what type of bride are you? 


The Classic Bride –  A traditionalist who loves clean simple lines.  You will lean towards ivory and cream colors, with simple typefaces.  Your dress may be a simple white A-Line strapless dress with delicate minimal embellishments.  Pearls are a must.  
The Romantic Bride – Soft flowing fabrics and lace are your favorites.  You tend to lean towards soft pastel colors with tons of beautiful full flowers.  Gentle script typefaces appeal you.   Your dress will likely be made with delicate fabrics such as English netting and lace.  The wedding will likely be full of florals and will have a ethereal mode. 


The Dramatic Bride – You like to make a statement!  Your wedding colors will likely be rich and vibrant with lots of flair.  Everything about your wedding will stand out and you’ll likely tend to lean towards current trends but with your own twist.  You enjoy typefaces that are eye catching and jump right off the paper.  Customization and personalization will be important to you.  



The Natural Bride – The tone of your wedding will be warm, you enjoy earthy tones.  You’ll have the tendency to look for “green” options in most of your wedding selections.  You appreciate the natural beauty of the outdoors and may lean towards a destination wedding or a wedding outdoors.  You prefer a natural understated look. 



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{Real Party} The Pink Diamond Party: Swap Til You Drop!
19 January
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As mentioned last week, I recently wrote an article about how to plan your own Pink Diamond Party for the magazine I Am Modern. The response has been overwhelming!  So I thought I would share more photos from my most recent PDP.  :)  
Single ladies… host your own PDP for Valentine’s Day! 
Enjoy!  
    

Swapping just doesn’t have to be for clothes… but jewelry as well.  Look at this Beauty Bar!
BLING!
Must have vino!  The wine tasting area…
THE FOOD!
“Keep it simple! Stay away from saucy dishes that may ruin the clothes and think bite size. Dress up quick cuisine from your favorite restaurant chain such as Cheesecake Factory or Pei Wei by displaying it on platters from your local Home Goods or T.J. Maxx. Wine and cheese are fantastic choices for this party. Visit your local Wegman’s wine sommelier to get assistance with wine and cheese pairing.”
















Let’s not forget dessert! 



The damask pattern fabric (tablecloth) went perfectly with the designs that I created for the event. 

Bedazzled BonBons + Kandy Kones + BLING = FABULOUSITY TO THE MAX!

A closer look….  Beautiful! 

Fashionista fondant cupcake toppers! 
Chocolate Pudding & Brownie Parfaits

How fabulous are these Bedazzled BonBons!  They taste GREAT too! 


Now go on out and plan your own Pink Diamond Party – Free Printables!  

Credits:
I Am Modern – Read about how to plan your own PDP here!



Fashionista Fondant Cupcake Toppers – So Sweet Favors

Photography – Sweet Pea Studios 
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Rent the Runway!
18 January
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Rent the Runway lets you access your dream wardrobe for all of life’s special occasions at 90% off retail prices. Choose current season fashion from over 95 designers for every black tie gala, wedding, date, holiday or night on the town!
Go check out Rent the Runway for your next event!

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{Fabulous Giveaway Winner} Such a Show-Off Photo Slate
18 January
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The winner for the Such a ShowOff Photo Slate giveaway is:
#27

Jennifer said…

Just became a fan of such a show off

Please email me at info{at}mysparklingevent{dot}com to find out to claim your prize! 

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