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New bridesmaid's find- dresses they will wear again!

As bride's you always have, well most do, that nervousness that your bridemaids are going to hate you for all eternity for the dress you made them wear, and that they're never going to wear again. My neighbor turned me on to this site and it has the new innovation in bridesmaid's dresses. I had heard of it before, but hadn't found the site for it. It is by twobirds and it is a jersey spandex and nylon blend that you're able to create 10 different dresses with, finding a style that fits you. It is a one size fits all, sizes 0-16, and it is perfect for pregnant women as well. You've got to check it out and it comes in colors that are with the hottest trends. I absolutely love it! So chic, sexy, and fun! It also has a how to on the website to show you all the different ways you can wear it! And to top it all off, they have ties and wraps in the exact same colors to match your bridesmaids. Check them out!~ Mary Alice

Southern Elegance

On May 24th, Erin and Brian's southern wedding was a dream come true for a well planned bride. Erin had a very specific plan in mind and she worked so hard to achieve that! She came to me for day of assitance and also some planning assistance as well. She knew what she wanted and I truly believe that her wedding day was perfect! Erin and Brian's southern nuptuals began at Holy Family Catholic Church in Brentwood, Tennessee for 270 of their closest friends and family, mostly from out of town and making it a fun weekend in Nashville. The night before for their rehearsal dinner, guests enjoyed Nashville casual with sundresses, jeans, and cowboy boots and celebrated Erin and Brian at the Wildhorse Saloon.

After a very sweet ceremony, Erin and Brian were honored in a beautiful and dreamy reception at the Opryland Hotel. The bride and her bridesmaids enjoyed a fun, laidback, beauty filled morning at a suite at the Opryland Hotel having their hair styled by several stylists from Elan in Green Hills and makeup was done by Nicole, Erin's sister-in-law.

Her gorgeous mantilla veil was the one that her mother wore on her wedding day. Isn't her little sexy bride sweatshirt from Victoria's Secret adorable?!?!

Her gorgeous gown by Judd Waddell was purchased at Faccio in Franklin and her beautiful accessories were purchased at The Bride Room and created by Paris.

The beautiful photographs were taken by the husband and wife team of M. Couturier. The also provided the videography services for the day as well.

 

Erin's colors were a blush pink and strawberry red. These beautiful bouquets were created by the very talented horicultural team at Opryland. Mrs. Purcell just happened upon this wonderful, and convient, resource. They did a phenominal job on the florals!

To make her maid of honor, her sister, stand out, her dress was reversed in color. An adorable touch! Her bridesmaids dresses were ordered at The Bridal Gallery in Franklin.

A Delightful Day's own Amber Housley designed the papergoods for the wedding including the programs seen here, the drink menu's for the bars, menu cards, and table numbers.

Erin and Brian were a very traditional couple and wanted the first moment seeing each other to be in the ceremony. This cute picture was taken right before the ceremony began.

After the bubble exit at the church, Erin arranged for transportation for she and Brian and the bridal party to Opryland in a limo bus provided by Matchless Limos so they could all be together! She had adorable koozie's made and provided drinks and snacks for them to sip and eat on the way to Opryland. That was a perfect idea  because it was a hot day!

Before entering the cocktail hour, the bridal party stopped at the picturesque Magnolia Lobby staircase for a bridal party shot. They also had a lot of fun around the delta taking more snapshots!

 

Gorgeous bride, isn't she?!?!

Erin and Brian arranged for their bridal party to have a small private cocktail hour with appetizers and champagne before they joined their guests at the cocktail hour.

A lounge area was created on either side of the ballroom for guests to enjoy in between their dancing. These great, modern pieces were provided by Music City Tents and Events.

Beautiful amber lighting set a romantic ambiance in the room to compliment very crisp, traditional white linens and chair covers. The sweetheart table was situated right in front of the dance floor and perfect viewing of their band from Atlanta, Excite Party Band.

The gobo design was created by Sweet Life Designs owner and A Delightful Day coordinator Amber Housley. At the beginning of the reception while guests were coming in and for the first dance, the gobo was projecting on the dance floor, and as the party got started, the gobo was moved onto the wall behind Excite.

The cake that Erin had chosen had a crisscross pattern in coordinating colors and was a breathtaking creation by the talented pastry chef's at Opryland.

Erin and Brian love to dance and that was a huge priority to them that the party was hopping and they were apart of the party dancing and spending time with their guests.

Congratulations Erin and Brian! Your day was beautiful and we were so excited to be apart of it! May you have many blessed years! ~ Mary Alice

Amy + Jason Sneak Peek

Whew! What a whirlwind weekend it was for Amy & Jason and A Delightful Day!

A Delightful Day managed three fabulous events for Amy & Jason - Amy's Bridal Luncheon at The Standard, their Rehearsal Dinner at Stoney River and of course, the wedding day at Union Station. We already have some gorgeous photos to share from the team at Dove Wedding Photography, but here are three to hold you over till we catch our breath! ;)

 

Amy & Jason are off to Royal Plantation in Jamaica today and we are so jealous!!! Congrats and best wishes to one of the sweetest couples we have had the opportunity to work with!  

-Amber

Leigh Ann + John Sneak Peek

 Mary Alice and I had a great time at the lovely wedding of Leigh Ann and John this past weekend at a private home in Hendersonville. We'll be back soon with a full recap and more photos by the delightful Evin Photography. Here are a few snapshots of the pink and bling day...

- Amber

Leigh & Joesph's Engagement Shoot

A Delightful Day's very own Leigh Hosek is marrying Joseph this September and we are all getting soooo excited! Here are a few photos from their recent engagement shoot with David Malonar:

Less than 3 months till the big day!

- Amber

The Art of Love

May 17th brought a wedding that was months in the making and had many details created by the bride. Nicole and I began working together around Christmas and came to me with a vision for a unique, casual, laidback wedding that fit her and Philip's nature. Her colors were orange, chocolate brown, and apple green. Nicole choose to have their ceremony at Hall of Fame park located on 4th Avenue adjacent to the symphony center and across from the Country Music Hall of Fame. Looking for a unique venue, the couple chose Take 121 Art Gallery as the location for their reception. Since the locations were so close together, we chose to have a trolley from FADDS transport guests from the park to the art gallery for the reception. FADDS also owns the Nashville Wedding Trolley as well. Enjoy!

Nicole began her day with hair and makeup at Platinum salon in east Nashville with the stylist that Nicole uses, which is so important to trust the person who is doing your hair and makeup. Marcia, from Inara Studios, joined Nicole at the salon to capture those getting ready shots.

Her adorable flowergirl was assisting with hairspray! Nicole had our florist, Vickie Nance with Petals from Heaven, adorn their hair with a single orchid.

Nicole's gorgeous gown was purchased at Village Bridal on 21st Avenue. It had a beautiful, silky, ivory fabric, and was a perfect silhouette.

Nicole didn't have a bridal portrait done before the day of the wedding, so Marcia spent some time with Nicole by herself at the Symphony center across the street before Philip came over to see her for the first time.

With the laidback style that Nicole and Philip have, he chose a seersucker suit that still had that hint of formality, but made it more casual with a brightly colored tie in the wedding's main color, orange. This was  a great before shot of Philip when he and Nicole were seeing each other for the first time. I love the fiddlefern in his bout that brought in the chocolate brown.

One of the shots from Nicole and Philip's first meeting! So sweet and they look so chic!

One of the many details by Nicole, she purchased these adorable paper parasols at Hobby Lobby in her wedding colors for guests to shade themselves in the warm, May sun.

These adorable little boys, one of which is Philip's, were drum boys and a ringbearer. They had so many fun images of these boys all day!

Our fun paper parasols in use! They really pop in the photos! These are a great added detail, and color, to photos and very inexpensive to have for your ceremony and/or reception.

The boys took advantage of the time waiting for the trolley and lit up a cigar in honor of the celebration. Nicole and Philip had a quick champagne toast in the park while waiting for the trolley to transport their guests. Alcohol isn't allowed in the park without a permit, but it was only for a short time! Shhhh!

Nicole ordered candies in her wedding colors for a candy bar as her favors.

Her beautiful cupcake tower was created by the wonderful talents of The Bake Shoppe. A Catered Affair provided the wonderful reception menu of passed appetizers and action stations for the guests to enjoy.

Our beautiful centerpieces of green hydrangea and orange roses were offset by chocolate wooden boxes created by Petals from Heaven. The wonderful lanterns were provided by my favorite lighting company, Nashville Event Lighting.

Guests enjoying the wonderful food and wonderful art!

Fun detail shot and I love the shadow of Nicole in the background!

Guest fun!

Bride and groom's first dance

I love when bride's get out on the dancefloor and enjoy their guests and the time they've spent on all the details. All in all, it was a wonderful night, despite the AC breaking at Take 121. The guests and the bride and groom had a blast, and that's all that matters. Congratulations Philip and Nicole and we wish you many years of happiness! We had a "delightful" time!

Beautiful Bridal Portraits

Okay.... I had to share these gorgeous bridal portraits taken last Saturday with Megan, our July 12th bride, by Marcia and Cade her photographers from Inara Studios. Kyle knows not to peak, and I know I could have waited to share, but they were absolutely gorgeous and so much fun! Megan, you look beautiful and we can't wait to see you on the wedding day! Enjoy this gorgeous bride!

A Delightful Day featured on Southern Wedding Style Magazine blog

A Delightful Day's very own Creative Director, Amber Housley, was featured as a Real Wedding for Southern Wedding Style magazine! :) Here is the blog feature that went up today...this blog/magazine is sooo beautiful and full of wedding and photography eye-candy! Save this blog to your favorites! ;)

Real Wedding Amber + Brandon

Hello all! It's been a while since a post because of such a crazy start to a wedding season! This month marks one year of full time planning for me, and what a year it has been. This wedding recap is such a true, fairytale, southern wedding. Heather and Mark were such a sweet couple that really fit together. Heather came to me for day-of assistance with the rehearsal dinner as well as the wedding. With a stormy start to the weekend, the rehearsal brought beautiful weather with warm, crisp winds and wonderful, warm sun! Heather and Mark chose Belle Meade Plantations Carriage House to host their rehearsal dinner for their family and out of town guests.

Heather created a fun, crisp, and springlike backdrop for her bar-b-que fun! Her colors were white, lime green, and chocolate brown.

These adorable koozies were created for the guests to carry their beers around all night in their themed colors of lime green and white. They were a huge hit and a great keepsake for all of their guests as a remembrance of the weekend.

Here is the precious couple, Heather and Mark, in their laidback, Nashville casual attire at the end of the night. Great food, great family and friends, and a fun day ahead.

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I always love having a pic with the bride, and it has never been at the rehearsal dinner. At the end of a long day, we exchanged a big hug before the wedding day began!

Wedding day brought beautiful skies once again and a very happy bride! I have never seen a bride with a permanent grin like Heather had on that day! She was so relaxed and enjoyed every minute, as every bride should. Her bridesmaids came to join her to get dressed at Woodmont Christian Church were the ceremony was going to be held.

Gorgeous bouquets, altar pieces, and centerpieces were created by Terry White and The English Garden.

Her gorgeous gown was purchased at Faccio Bridal in Franklin.

This incredible picture was taken by photographer Katie with Silent Light Images as we were waiting for the ceremony to begin.

Fun bridesmaids shot in front of a t-bird that was owned by a close friend of the bride, and mother of the maid of honor. It's always fun to incorporate friends and family were you can.

Jack captured this shot of Heather walking in to see Mark for the first time. I love when couples choose to see each other for the first time before the ceremony because it breaks that anxious feeling, you can be alone, and get some of the sweetest shots of the bride and groom and their reactions to seeing each other.

Beautiful ceremony programs with Heather's monogram, since they aren't married yet, were created by Beth at Buchanan Ink, my favorite invitation boutique.

Here we are taking a breather, Amber and I, after getting Heather down the aisle.

This is such a sweet shot looking into the ceremony. Woodmont doesn't allow flash photography in the sanctuary, so Katie captured this moment quietly behind shut doors.

The happy Mr. and Mrs. right after being announced.

Heather, Mark, and the bridal party rode a trolley provided by Matchless from Woodmont Christian to the Hermitage Hotel for the reception.

Gorgeous, and very tasty cakes, were created by Leland Riggins and Dessert Designs.

Super T and The Tyrone Smith Revue provided a night full of entertainment, even pulling out the "Super T" costume and getting the bride and bridesmaids up on the stage.

Heather and Mark, Thanks for a wonderful and beautiful night for us! We truly enjoyed helping your dreams become a reality. Many blessings in the years to come!

A Delightful Day Photo Shoot

A few weeks ago, Whitney of Dove Wedding Photography met the A Delightful Day crew in downtown Nashville for a photo shoot for our new marketing materials and website that will debut soon!

Here's a peek at how fun and sassy the photos came out - just like us! ;)

Thanks Whitney!!