Friday, October 31, 2008

Happy Halloween





Be Safe and Stylish!

Thursday, October 30, 2008

The Writing's on the Wall

A famous figure of speech, yes, but what if it were possible to have a customized ' Wall of Words' at your ceremony, reception or other milestone event?

Imagine your names emblazened above the wedding archway, or your favorite musical lyrics (from the First Dance of course), displayed prominently on the entry wall.

Say It Simply will make your dreams come true.

In whatever color, font, or series of words you can string together, they'll create it! These wall decals are easy to install and remove, and won't break the bank either.

A brilliant way to personalize your space, or dress up a plain white wall.


Friday, October 24, 2008

Are you a Two - Timer?

You're certain that you've found 'The One' - the one Wedding Day dress I mean.

But, during the continual hunt for all things Bridal - at shows & shops - you've weakened a bit, and noticed another.

It has even filtered into a dream sequence, and you're feeling more and more vulnerable.

What's a girl to do?

Buy 2 dresses.... Problem Solved.

This may seem completely unfeasable when you look at your slim budget.

Alas, there are plenty of options. Think Consignment, Thrift, Gently Used, Recycled - whatever you'd like to term it.

It's the perfect option for Brides on a Budget, and also allows you to be Green in a big way.

Here's some great Online Options


The Bride's List - one of the originals, and you could even score some cheap candles too!




Bravo Bride - an online marketplace newcomer, with some amazing stock to choose from!






A Grand Wedding offers Buy, Borrow or Share - where you & another bride can get get your dream dress as a team!


And, for those of you in the Seattle area, and desperate to try things on before you buy.....



Finder Keepers Bridal - Great Consignment shop in West Seattle.
Try on a dress and a veil!





Champagne Taste - Fabulous Formal Consigner in Kirkland - #425.828.4502


Here's to Stylish Sanity!

Monday, October 13, 2008

Details, Details : The Article

It's the little things that make a big statement, n'est pas?

Here's proof on paper...

Tuesday, September 23, 2008

The Favor Dilemna : Satisfy the Sweet Tooth

Stumped on what to give your guests as a parting momento for celebrating your wedding day?

Give them something sweet....Trust me.

Forget about the Glass Coaster (with engagement photo inside), or the Small Candle Holder (engraved with your initials).

Get serious.
Do you actually think those things will even make it into the suitcase?

But why you may ask? Because you can't eat it!
Instead, give them....................

Chocolate





A Caramel Apple


Cupcakes & Chocolate Covered Strawberries












Maybe a cookie? If they're quick!





Whatever you choose, have fun.
And make it tasty!

Friday, September 19, 2008

Scary Savings until Hallowe'en

If you have an upcoming event, and have been thinking about booking Go2Girl Events, now is the time!

I am offering 10% off package pricing until the clock strikes midnight on Halloween night.


Give me a ring (206.276.3323), or send along an email for a complimentary brainstorming session ---- October 31st is only 6 weeks away!

Wednesday, September 17, 2008

Go2Girl Events :: Feature Article


In late August, I had a wonderful interview request from Georgie Hockett, co-founder of A Grand Wedding, to give my advice & guidance on planning a Second Wedding.


Check out the article :: Second Time Around

I hope it provides inspiration to those in the midst of their planning (whatever wedding number that is!)

Here's to stylish sanity!

Tuesday, September 16, 2008

Play up the Surroundings :: Bring the Outdoors In

So, you've planned a lovely beach ceremony, with a cozy wood lodge reception to follow. Only concern?
How to create that beachy, relaxed vibe indoors at a sit down dinner.

Here's a suggestion: Tie in the environment. Your ceremony was all about sand between your toes, so bring it to the table. Literally.

Create a sand runner.

Using sand from the beach, pour it down the center of the table.
This works best on wooden tables (without linens!), though a glass top will work too.

Add silver glitter to the sand, and bury short pillar candles. The light will bounce all over.


Maybe you're planning a wedding in a park.

Your guests will walk down a public path of some kind, to find the ceremony location.

Use the park's naturial ambience to play up your day, and guide your guests in the right direction.

Mark the path with small paper pieces attached to ribbons. Put your initials, first names or a code word on them.
Hang from tree limbs, attach to park benches, lay in floral bushes.

Whatever you come across as you scope out your ceremony location.

At your reception, use wooden branches as the table centerpiece (curvy willow is great!)

Hang these same paper pieces from the willow branches to tie in the calm, natural theme.

You will create a feeling of flow to your ceremony & reception, as elements have been pulled from each.



Here's to Stylish Sanity!

Tuesday, September 9, 2008

Avoiding the Guest Book Back Up

So, you've wracked your brain to come up with an original way for your friends & family to celebrate their presence on your wedding day.

You've decided to go with the 'Wishing Bowl' idea.
A large vase is displayed with a sweet poem framed beside it, and pens galore. You've slaved over cardstock, cutting it into sizes just so, and in all of your wedding colors of course.

The display looks 'oh so beautiful' on the entry table to the reception.... Until the uber long line starts to build.

This can result in guests completely bypassing your well thought out plan to capture memories, or having them just jot down something short and impersonal.
They have pressure on them from the back to get out of the line!

Here's a solution:
Create an environment that allows guests to participate in their own time frame. No pressure.

On each Reception Table
Display a small square vase;
Attach a Sweet Poem/Instructions to the front,
Attach a Table Number to the bottom;
Provide cardstock & pens.


Have your Wedding Coordinator pick up each vase as the reception begins to wrap up. You can combine all of your well wishes & advice into one large container, or wait to see what someone at Table #7 really had to say!

Here's to Stylish Sanity