tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520392008437030775Fri, 27 Sep 2024 23:42:49 +0000weddingtipsadvicecelebrationceremonyreceptionplanninginspirationfooddecorholidaysmarriagetrickswedding plannersbridal partybridesmaidsdresseseventsgownskansas citywedding gown20142015awardbabybar servicebrideschristmascolor of the yearcolor paletteengagementevent plannerfamilygroomhome decorinvitationslightingnew yearpantonepartyphotosplus sizerebrandingregistrythanksgivingtuxedovolunteer201820195 starI doMAD Entertainmentaccomplishmentaisleall whiteanniversaryappsarticleawarenessbackyardblueboot campbouquet tossboybreast cancerbridal gownbridebridesmadesbudgetbuffetcakecandycateringchangeschocolateclothingcolored wedding gowncoralcouplecourage to continuedinnerdr. ivandrinksetiquetteeveningevent planningevent spacefacebookfriendsfungarter tossgender revealgiftsgirlglamourgoldgreengroomsmenguestshairhall of famehoneymoonhow tohusbandideasindependentinstagramivan hernandezlove storymarsalamenmissourinonprofiton-siteperfect wedding guidepetalspicturespinkpinterestplaidplannerplannersplated dinnerpopcornredrenewalrenewedreviewsribbonrunnersequinshoppingsilversocial mediasportsstationssuittablesthe port kctraditionstrendstwitterultra violetundergarmentsunpluggedupdatesvelvetvendorsvenuevenue coordinatorvowswedding plannerwedding websitewhite weddingwifewinning"The Exciting Journey of Turning Visions Into Lifetime Memories"https://asollc.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (A Special Occasion, LLC)Blogger53125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520392008437030775.post-655776673107913771Sat, 27 Apr 2019 00:39:00 +00002019-12-17T11:06:17.188-06:00advicehairtipsweddingWith more and more women deciding to wear their hair in their natural state (myself included) this is the question that I am sure will come up in the planning process.  As a bride you spend a good amount of time thinking about how you envision yourself looking on your wedding day.  You find the dress you want and the accessories to match.  You also have an idea of how you want yourhttps://asollc.blogspot.com/2011/07/natural-bride-to-straighten-or-not-to.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (A Special Occasion, LLC)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520392008437030775.post-6425105832372694146Mon, 15 Apr 2019 16:09:00 +00002019-04-15T11:09:45.288-05:00adviceclothingeveninggroomgroomsmenmenplanningsuittuxedowedding We have realized that while sitting and writing about how the bride can shop to find her perfect dress for that special day, there is another person that seems to get neglected. It is automatically assumed that with the groom they will go to the tuxedo shop and work it out for him and his groomsmen.  As I was thinking about this, I started to question, "Why should&https://asollc.blogspot.com/2011/06/the-tuxedo-vs-suit.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (A Special Occasion, LLC)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520392008437030775.post-1866098961265543601Thu, 11 Apr 2019 17:26:00 +00002019-04-11T12:29:48.408-05:00babygiftsregistryweddingWhether you are getting married or having a new bundle of joy, the one common element is that there will probably be a registry to make.  I don't know about you, but that's one of the fun parts of having such a special event.  Going to the stores and using that little gun to scan all the things you'd like to see.  If you are like most couples you will probably go to a couple (https://asollc.blogspot.com/2011/11/all-in-one-registry.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (A Special Occasion, LLC)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520392008437030775.post-2511360245291729530Tue, 09 Apr 2019 02:05:00 +00002019-04-08T21:05:36.689-05:00advicecelebrationceremonyhow toreceptiontipsundergarmentswedding gownEvery women wants to make sure they look perfect on their wedding day. She wants to make sure every hair is in place, her makeup is flawless and that she has the perfect manicure to show off her wedding set. Of course the main attraction will be the gown that will make her guests and new husband told their breath just a little as the doors open and she's walking down the aisle. Now, one other https://asollc.blogspot.com/2015/03/the-undergarment-breakdown.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (A Special Occasion, LLC)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520392008437030775.post-8579113407255512886Mon, 01 Apr 2019 20:15:00 +00002019-04-01T15:14:44.574-05:00facebookinstagrampinterestsocial mediatwitterHey Guys! Really quick we just wanted to do a quick post to make sure we provide you ways to stay connected with us. Aside from this blog, we are also on other platforms as well where you can connect with us as well and see what we're up to and what we are talking about. Most of the times it is all things wedding and event, but you never know what we might through out there. We sometimes offer https://asollc.blogspot.com/2016/12/the-social-connection.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (A Special Occasion, LLC)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520392008437030775.post-5536812367032040407Fri, 29 Mar 2019 19:38:00 +00002019-03-29T14:38:07.293-05:00color palettedecorinspirationplanningsportswedding Traditionally when weddings are planned they usually focus the vision of the bride and have nothing to do with the groom. A lot of the time, you hardly see anything the represents him aside from a possible groom's cake or a garter that is specially made. What if you were able to change that? We all know grooms rarely care for the details with the exception of what they're going to eat, and whathttps://asollc.blogspot.com/2019/03/sports-fanatic-elegance.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (A Special Occasion, LLC)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520392008437030775.post-1705447264701174374Thu, 28 Mar 2019 18:46:00 +00002019-03-28T13:47:00.959-05:00advicebridal gownbridegownsplus sizetipsweddingwedding gownSo, your honey asked you to be his wife. You (and your planners) have been working hard to plan your wedding but there is one part to the process that you are nervous to dive into - the wedding dress.  It's hard enough going from shop to shop looking at dresses that eventually seems to blur together.  You, however, have an added challenge.  You are a plus size beauty and that seemshttps://asollc.blogspot.com/2011/06/plus-size-dilemma.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (A Special Occasion, LLC)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520392008437030775.post-3097689922059029668Wed, 27 Mar 2019 15:03:00 +00002019-03-27T10:03:05.366-05:00buffetcateringcelebrationfoodplated dinnerreceptionstationsweddingAside from the old cash vs. open bar debate, another thing that seems to get attention is the food. Whether it's for a wedding or any other type of event you are planning for guests. Some people think that it would be better if there was a buffet while others believe it would be better to have a plated meal. Some say offering different stations is where it's at. We're going to give you the skinnyhttps://asollc.blogspot.com/2019/03/a-buffet-is-betteror-is-it.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (A Special Occasion, LLC)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520392008437030775.post-6508731788766466090Mon, 25 Mar 2019 19:08:00 +00002019-03-25T14:08:40.862-05:00advicebar servicecelebrationdrinksreceptiontipstricksweddingOne aspect of your wedding that could become costly are your beverages, specifically your alcoholic ones. There have been mixed thoughts on if you should have an open bar or if you have a cash bar. Most will say having a cash bar is a big "no-no". If you tend to agree and want to offer free cocktails for your guests there is a way to do that without busting your reception budget. Trying to stock https://asollc.blogspot.com/2015/02/whats-your-signature.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (A Special Occasion, LLC)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520392008437030775.post-8538334993111924456Wed, 13 Mar 2019 15:55:00 +00002019-03-13T10:55:44.901-05:00appsguestsmarriageplanningtipstricksIn a previous post we talked about a way for people keep up with your wedding via the world wide web and a wedding website. Since we are in the technology age, I figured, why not take it a step further? It seems like everything now a days has an app, so why not take advantage of that and possibly make your lives easier at the same time. We were doing some web surfing and came across something https://asollc.blogspot.com/2016/12/be-appy-couple.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (A Special Occasion, LLC)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520392008437030775.post-6439312264479493536Mon, 11 Mar 2019 15:30:00 +00002019-03-11T10:30:21.839-05:00bridesbudgetengagementinspirationmarriageplanningtipsweddingSo the love of your life asked you to marry him (Congratulations!) As you're getting used to your new status all sorts of things will be going on in your head. You have to tell your family and show off that beautiful piece of jewelry that will forever be worn. Once you've gotten through that and you're sitting down thinking "I have to plan a wedding! What do I do?" First things first, pick up thehttps://asollc.blogspot.com/2015/01/im-engaged-now-what.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (A Special Occasion, LLC)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520392008437030775.post-8309611062135145191Fri, 08 Mar 2019 20:59:00 +00002019-03-08T15:01:31.422-06:00advicegownsplus sizeshoppingweddingWe have watched numerous episodes of "Say Yes to the Dress" lately.  For those who may have never seen the show, it is about brides who go gown shopping at the famed boutique Klienfield.  It shows the ups and downs that brides go through while shopping. One thing that we have been seeing with the show is that when brides go to the store they bring ALL these people with them. https://asollc.blogspot.com/2019/03/so-you-found-your-dress-whats-stopping.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (A Special Occasion, LLC)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520392008437030775.post-1052028543302841568Thu, 07 Mar 2019 18:09:00 +00002019-03-07T12:09:39.076-06:00adviceceremonymarriagephotostipsunpluggedweddingIn the era of social media, what we've seen more and more are people who are really quick to record and post all sorts of things on social media whether it's Facebook, Twitter and the ever popular YouTube. One of the things that has become more popular being publicized are weddings as they happen. This can affect many aspects of your ceremony and could potentially ruin a happy time in your life. https://asollc.blogspot.com/2015/02/unplugging-your-wedding-ceremony.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (A Special Occasion, LLC)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520392008437030775.post-8411667361669428764Mon, 04 Mar 2019 15:52:00 +00002019-03-04T09:52:14.875-06:00advicecelebrationfoodgroomhoneymoonplanningreceptionregistrytipstuxedoweddingMost times when the question is asked about the wedding process, the topic of the groom comes up. I can't begin to tell you the number of times I've heard a bride say 'Oh he doesn't really care.' or 'He just wants to know what time to be there.' What this implies is that he really doesn't care about anything going on during the planning process because it is always seen as "it's the bride's day".https://asollc.blogspot.com/2015/05/grooms-actually-do-care.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (A Special Occasion, LLC)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520392008437030775.post-1041222876326167745Thu, 28 Feb 2019 22:40:00 +00002019-02-28T16:40:10.363-06:00articleevent plannertipswedding plannerShort answer to this question is yes. What many people don’t realize is when you plan an event, whether be on a large or small scale, there are a lot of things you have to consider and do when you are preparing for that day. Planning a party is like taking on a second job. You want the day of your special function to be a happy time so why worry about if your caterer arrives on time, orhttps://asollc.blogspot.com/2019/02/is-hiring-planner-really-necessary.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (A Special Occasion, LLC)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520392008437030775.post-3408726630818938316Thu, 28 Feb 2019 15:29:00 +00002019-02-28T09:29:47.263-06:00bridal partybridesmaidsdressessequinOver the past couple of years it seems there is a new trend for the bridesmaid gown. It has seemed to escape what would be labeled "traditional" with the taffeta or organza fabric and uniformed look for something more fun. The color of the gowns are bright and absolutely beautiful, however, the trend now seems that the gowns are going sequin. Talk about a pleasant surprise. Although the structurehttps://asollc.blogspot.com/2016/12/the-sequin-bridesmaid.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (A Special Occasion, LLC)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520392008437030775.post-4201190093808658617Tue, 26 Feb 2019 22:08:00 +00002019-02-28T09:50:01.729-06:00love storypicturesplanningtipsweddingwedding websiteWhen going through the experience of wedding planning, there are SO many things to think about. One of the goals is that you want the process to be as painless as you can possibly get it. One of the things to consider is how are you going to get out a bunch of information with the least amount of money? Some couples go the route of sending out cute Save the Date announcements to tell people "Heyhttps://asollc.blogspot.com/2016/12/four-reason-to-add-com-to-your-wedding.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (A Special Occasion, LLC)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520392008437030775.post-3261887242262481951Mon, 25 Feb 2019 18:37:00 +00002019-02-28T09:37:09.545-06:00adviceeventsplannerstipsvendorsvenue coordinatorweddingwedding plannersIt seems like there is still this thing where people feel like wedding and event planners are an unnecessary luxury. We can't begin to tell you the stories we have hear and read about how a couple's wedding was unorganized or how the Bride didn't have a good time because she spent most of the time delegating responsibilities or focusing on issues and not enjoying her day. There's also the age https://asollc.blogspot.com/2017/12/yes-you-do-need-us.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (A Special Occasion, LLC)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520392008437030775.post-4964917528882092677Fri, 22 Feb 2019 19:06:00 +00002019-02-28T09:39:56.826-06:00bridal partyceremonycoupleindependenton-siteplannerreceptionvenueThere have been many times where we've talked to a bride and asked the question "So have you thought about hiring a wedding planner?" and the answer we have gotten on more than one occasion has been "The venue has a coordinator on site." when brides see that information, they will automatically think they don't need a wedding planner because of that fact. Although it is a benefit, there is a big https://asollc.blogspot.com/2015/02/independent-planner-vs-on-site-venue.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (A Special Occasion, LLC)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520392008437030775.post-9151586246506357990Thu, 21 Feb 2019 19:40:00 +00002019-02-28T10:00:44.293-06:002019color palettecoralideasinspirationpantoneweddingHave you seen the choice Pantone made for 2019?! Living Coral is described as "An animating and life-affirming coral hue with a golden undertone that energizes and enlivens with a softer edge." With this color I think it is safe to say that the this year's wedding inspiration will be vibrant and bold with soft muted accents. This color would shine with a backdrop of a simple metallic like a rosehttps://asollc.blogspot.com/2019/02/pantone-color-for-2019.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (A Special Occasion, LLC)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520392008437030775.post-6670190638088506346Thu, 21 Feb 2019 17:06:00 +00002019-02-28T10:42:41.559-06:00advicebridal partyplanningtipsweddingOver the Christmas, New Year's and Valentine's holidays, many couples decided to take their relationship to the next level. Around the country, and the world, men (and in some cases women) everywhere said those special 4 four words to their love in restaurants, parks, buses, or the Jumbotron at their favorite game: "Will You Marry Me"? Now you have progressed to the title of fiancé and it can https://asollc.blogspot.com/2019/02/choosing-right-bridal-party.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (A Special Occasion, LLC)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520392008437030775.post-1376173652546123663Tue, 29 Jan 2019 16:57:00 +00002019-02-28T10:41:45.350-06:00Where has the time gone! We looked up and it was a whole year and a half later from the last time we put pen to paper (well, keyboard to screen) and shared different planning aspects. In looking back at our previous posts, we had some pretty good information to share and we wanted to bring that back. Some of those topics goes back a few years, but we still think to be relevant today. The trends https://asollc.blogspot.com/2019/02/hello-2019.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (A Special Occasion, LLC)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520392008437030775.post-7129974107593421326Sun, 09 Dec 2018 03:58:00 +00002019-02-28T10:27:44.713-06:00etiquettefoodplanningtablesThat is a question that has been asked over and over by our parents growing up I’m sure. We all have learned the basics of fork on the left, knife on the right. However, when coordinating events, it goes so much deeper than that. This is one detail that should not be overlooked. There is an art to setting the table. It is a small detail, but it’s the small details that people will take notice of.https://asollc.blogspot.com/2010/12/can-you-set-table-please.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (A Special Occasion, LLC)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520392008437030775.post-5233093645714764063Wed, 05 Dec 2018 07:24:00 +00002019-02-28T10:26:51.641-06:00holidaystipsThe Christmas season is in full swing. This is the time of food, fun, and fellowship with family and friends.  Aside from the traditional dinners that are held during this time of year, why not try something a little different and host a dinner party.  This party can be as small and intimate, or as large and extravagant as you want it to be. With these simple tips, you can https://asollc.blogspot.com/2018/12/tis-season-hosting-holiday-dinner-party.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (A Special Occasion, LLC)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2520392008437030775.post-3034090399226293306Fri, 19 Jan 2018 17:24:00 +00002019-02-28T10:03:04.338-06:002018color of the yeareventsinspirationultra violetwedding Pantone just released their color for 2018. First, I have to say - it's about to be 2018! The days and months have gone by in such a whirlwind trying to keep up is something else. Our poor little blog shows it too. I digress... Back to the subject at hand, Pantone has chosen 18-3838. To those of us who don't have any idea what that means, that translates to the color Ultra Violet. https://asollc.blogspot.com/2017/12/let-there-be-ultra-violet.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (A Special Occasion, LLC)0