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8
Jun
2009

$100,000 Dream Wedding Giveaway 2008On Saturday, July 19th, 2008 I attended the Bridal Extravaganza Show at La Caille in hopes to get some great ideas for my upcoming wedding. Not only did I walk away with oodles of great brochures and coupons, I won the $100,000 DREAM WEDDING GIVEAWAY! Now, I know what you are thinking…there is no way I would ever win that. Well, that is exactly what I thought and to this day it still amazes me that I walked away with something so great. There are no words to explain how much we appreciated all we were given. It has been a once in a lifetime experience that we will never forget.

I had the opportunity to work with many of Utah’s top wedding vendors. Some including; La Caille, Swensen Photography, Iris Videos, Libella Event Planning and Design, Alta Moda Bridal, Imperial Floral Design, Carrie’s Cakes, Paper Hearts Invitations, Smile Now Photo Booths, and many many more. I owe it all to them for doing such an amazing job and for being so accommodating to my husband and I while planning our wedding. Our experience with these vendors has created everlasting memories. We will forever be grateful for the opportunity we had to work with these great people. They made so many things possible for us and for that we thank you for making our wedding day so special.

By attending the La Caille Bridal Show on July 11th, you too will have the great opportunity to meet and get to know Utah’s top wedding vendors while enjoying fashion shows, entertainment, and hors d’oeuvres complimentary of the beautiful La Caille. You will get to see the spectacular display of cakes, gowns, invitation designers, wedding bands, floral arrangements, photographers, and more. The vendors at the La Caille Bridal Show are hands down the BEST you will work with. But that’s not all…maybe you’ll be the lucky one to win the $100,000 Dream Wedding Giveaway. 

Go to www.thebrideandgroom.com to pre-register for the wedding planning event of the year! See you there!

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10
Dec
2008

First off…yes! We are still alive! It seems like forever since we have been on here to update you all on how are wedding plans are coming. We wanted to thank everyone who took the time to go and vote on our poll and helped us decide where to get our engagement photos taken. By popular demand, we chose The Exchange Place and got a variety of AWESOME, FANTASTIC, AMAZING, SPECTACTULAR, ETC., ETC., ETC., PHOTOS. Swensen Photography went above and beyond our expectations! They certainly know how to take the BEST photos! We were extremely lucky the day we took our engagements. The weather was great! and we couldn’t have asked for a more beautiful day. We can’t help but talk up how great Swensen Photography is. They are accommodating to your needs and are dedicated to capturing your personality and those special moments you want to remember. There are so many photographers out there, but we can promise you that if you choose Swensen Photography…YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED!

                               

Another great Vendor we got to work with was Iris Videos. Brand was there to capture all the highlights of our engagement session. He did a great job! And just like Swensen Photography, Iris Videos truly captured lasting memories for us. We are so privileged to work with these two vendors. We can’t thank them enough for all the work they have done and will do for us. So what’s next with Swensen Photography and Iris Videos you might ask…THE BRIDAL SESSION!!! Make sure to visit back to Thebrideandgroom.com Blog to see my bridal photos that will be taken at La Caille!!! (need I say more :) )

Lets face it…wedding planning is a big load to take on. Thank goodness we have Christine Miller from Libella Event Planning and Design to help us out. She is ALWAYS there anytime we need help and with so many things to get done, Christine is our lifesaver! We couldn’t plan this wedding without her! The best part is she is always someone you can count on and if you are stressing out or just need a friend to talk to, you can always count on her. If you need a wedding planner, she is your girl! Christine is hands down the BEST wedding planner EVER!

With only 3 months left till our big day, we still have a lot of planning to do. We have been privileged to order our cake from Carries Cakes and can we just say, ” They have the most yummy cakes we have ever tasted.” No cake compares to Carries Cake! We have also been extremely privileged to work with Jennifer From Paper Hearts Invitations. We custom designed our wedding invitations and we couldn’t have done this with out Jennifer. She is so accommodating and on top of things. (even when we change our mind a bazillion times) The Invitations reflects our wedding theme, our taste, and our personality.  The invitation is the first thing that our guests will see to introduce them to our event. When our guests see the invitation that Jennifer from Paper hearts has designed, they will be blown away! It’s above and beyond our expectations.

With so many fun and exciting things to still plan, we hope that you all will visit back to Thebrideandgroom.com Blog as we keep you updated on the planning of our $100,000 DREAM WEDDING. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

DON’T FORGET TO ATTEND THE LA CAILLE BRIDAL SHOW JANUARY 24TH, 2009

IT’S THE WEDDING PLANNING EVENT OF THE YEAR!!!

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9
Dec
2008

If you are anything like most Brides you are probably planning on holding on to your wedding dress for many years to come.  I am not saying that you plan on using it again; it is just a nice item to keep around for sentimental reasons.  However, like most brides you also most likely don’t have the slightest idea about how to protect the fabric from the ravages of time. Luckily, the Wedding Gown Preservation Company has been specializing in doing this for over 85 years and would be happy to secure your dress so that you are guaranteed to keep it looking as fresh as the day it was “altered.”

How the process works is simple; you label any spots on your dress that you may have acquired while wearing the dress with the supplied stickers, then you place the dress in the secure shipping bag and box provided and send it out. They handle the rest from there. While your dress is safe in their hands they treat the fabric to withstand the tests of time so that when they are done your dress is secured safely in a display box that will provide further protection to your gown.

If you are interested in learning more about American Bridals Bridal Gown Preservation kit please feel free to check out the website where they specialize in everything from wedding favors to bridesmaid gift ideas.

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6
Dec
2008

FIRST THINGS FIRST
Every girl knows that if you don’t want to get caught strangling a bridesmaid or pulling your own hair out you MUST have a great wedding planner. Think of it as, The “Thelma to your Louise” or “Your partner in crime”. Planning any wedding is a lot of fun and a lot of work but “celebrity weddings” are a big bite to swallow. No worries I assure you that I have found the best in Utah…. Tori Beesley. She has been nothing short of wonderful and has been by my side with her helpful information and “making things happen” all along the journey. She continues to outshine any event designer I have ever worked with and I wouldn’t have anyone else for the job!

THE CAKE
We picked our cake today! I am so excited with our choice; she is nothing short of miraculous. This will be her second time having her work published in PEOPLE magazine and from what I hear she is the best in the west. I can’t tell you too much (don’t want to spoil the surprise ;) but I came to her with a pretty over the top idea. After looking through her work I realized it was nothing for her. There was everything from Mad Hatter cakes to extravagant cakes and the taste… Oh my goodness! They were some of the best tasting cakes I have ever had. There were so many selections to choose from so that there will be something for everyone. I am so happy we found her and I know that when they bring out that cake at my wedding it will be nothing short of STUNNING! Check her out at Carries Cakes.

BRIDESMAID DRESSES
I don’t even know how to express how much I love the designer who is doing my bridesmaid dresses. I love her work so much that I turned away other designers and had her design and custom make My High School Musical 3 premiere dress! (Check it out on the red carpet at wireimage.com and type in KayCee Stroh). Her name is Nancy Barrus you might know her from Nancy Barrus Couture she makes custom made wedding dresses, evening gowns and anything else your heart desires. 
Now to understand how incredible these bridesmaid dresses are, you have to know a little bit more about what I wanted these girls to experience. I realize that I am very lucky and get to dress up in some of the most expensive and beautiful designer dresses you could imagine. There is nothing like walking into the Emmy’s with your hair and makeup done by some of the best in the business and wearing a gorgeous gown. Let me just say…you feel so beautiful! So many women unfortunately don’t get the opportunity to experience this so on my special day I wanted my bridesmaids to feel just as pretty as I do. Nancy Barrus has done it! Every girl no matter what shape or size is going to look like they are going to the Oscar’s. If you want that feeling on your special day Nancy is the one for you!

PHOTOGRAPHY
We did it! We chose our photographer and had our engagement pictures taken!
I have had photo shoots with some of the best in the business and Swensen Photography is up there with all of them. They took plenty of the traditional engagement shots but really stood out with there creative and artsy pictures. They are so beautiful!
Picking your photographer is the biggest decision in your wedding and where you should invest the most. Remember girls…you can never have these moments back. I am so excited to be working with these award winning photographers and I know there will not be one moment not accounted for!

FLOWERS
Have you ever looked at pictures of your relatives or friends wedding and said “Really?”  That is exactly what I don’t ever want to do with my own. Now I have a special challenge as I am having a January wedding, so anything too flowery is just going to look odd with the snow falling outside the windows. I wanted something really unique for the season that no one had ever done before and with the help of Imperial Floral we have conquered! Out of all the things I am most excited to show off at my wedding it is going to be or creative centerpiece and bouquet designs. I never realized what an important part the flowers play in a wedding but now I see they are EVERYTHING. The flowers and décor set the ambience for the whole event and can really make a statement.  Of course I chose something very over the top and not exactly easy to do but I know that Imperial Floral is going to outshine even the best of Hollywood!

INVITATIONS
I have received so many beautiful invitations in my day (award shows, Hollywood birthdays etc) but I have never been so pleased to find Pink Piggy Designs! There work is absolutely above and beyond the rest. The traditional invites are good but Pink Piggy’s are creative, unique and anything but your grandma’s. Each design is custom made differently for every couple so that you are sure you won’t see anything exactly like them. I really like that. My invites mean a lot to me, they are being sent to some pretty important people so it’s crucial that they are absolutely beautiful. I received them today and let me just say…GORGEOUS! I love love love everything they have done and wouldn’t work with anyone else!

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3
Dec
2008

So, you have your dress picked out and ready to go, but that’s not where your fashion decisions end – The wedding party’s clothing choice is right up there in importance with making sure the father of the bride shows up to walk his little girl down the isle. A well suited groomsmen or an impecably dressed bridesmaid can add the class you’ve been hoping for to your wedding and reception. Let’s go over what you need to know to coordinate your wedding party’s look.

Dressing the Bridesmaids for the Wedding

Dressing the Groom & Groomsmen for the Wedding

Dressing the Parents for the Wedding

Dressing the Kids for the Wedding

Whatever your choices, there are plenty of Utah wedding party outfitters to help you exquisitely dress the ones you love. Best of luck and happy hunting!

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26
Nov
2008

Alta Moda Sample Sale

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26
Nov
2008

As Thanksgiving approaches, we all take time to think about those things we’re most thankful for. Before long you’ll have a lot of thanking of your own to do - the dreaded wedding thank you notes.  The friends and family that come bearing gifts more than deserve this simple gesture of appreciation.  As daunting as this task seems, it’s important to thank your guests for their efforts in a somewhat timely fashion.  Here’s a survival guide for getting those wedding thank you notes checked off of the to-do list:

Wedding Thank You Note Preparation

Wedding Thank You Note Writing Tips

Half the challenge is getting started, so just roll up those sleeves and get writing. You can do it. It will be over before you know it. Best of luck and Happy Holidays!

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18
Nov
2008

As talk of recession becomes more and more a reality, it may be tempting to try and save a dime or two by taking on some wedding projects yourself. While some things may be easier to tackle, most are far better left to professionals.  Besides, this is your big day. Why skimp on one of the most important moments of your life?  Here are some musts for leaving it to the pros:

Your wedding day is a day to be relished and enjoyed. The last thing you want to do is spend it worrying over last minute details. Leave it to the pros. I promise you won’t regret it for a second.

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11
Nov
2008

Hey there everyone! My name is KayCee Stroh but most people know me as Martha Cox from Disney’s international smash hit phenomenon High School Musical. Not many people know that I was born, raised and got my start right here in SLC!

I met the love of my life Ben Higginson at a small acoustic concert on one of my visits back here to good old Utah and we have been attached at the hip ever since! On May 24 2008 Ben popped the question and it has been a crazy ride ever since. You might have run across some of the stories but if not here is an example of how it all happened.

http://www.instyleweddings.com/weddings/cp/general/photos/0,,20169584_20169576_20466260,00.html

I have been very blessed with much success in Hollywood and now reside there but when it came to getting married I wanted no other place then my hometown. When Ben and I discussed celebrating our big day here we decided to only use local vendors to give them the opportunity to show off there talents. Let me tell you, I am more and more grateful everyday that we made this choice and can’t wait to share all of our wonderful vendors and helpful hints with you!

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9
Nov
2008

Hot Chocolate Bar

Candy buffets can be found at many a wedding receptions, and while still fun, they are becoming anything but unique.  Why not mix it up with a seasonal appropriate Hot Cocoa Bar? It’s classy, it’s intimate, it’s gourmet, and it will be sure to have your guests talking about more than just the beautiful bride.

Hot Cocoa Bar How-To’s

Hot Cocoa Bar Add-Ins

If hot cocoa isn’t your style, but you’re still looking for that exclusive, unique touch you may want to opt for a caramel apple bar or even a s’mores bar.  Both have the same idea as the hot cocoa bar - You start with the base and add toppings or mix-ins to personalize. The options are limitless.  Whatever your preference, a creative food bar can be a great tool to give your reception that extra “it” factor you’ve been looking for.

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