Let your WHITE shine, Bride!!!

I had to go buy some new dresses that my growing baby bump could fit into and just in passing a couple of stores, spotted so many precious, fun dresses that would be perfect for a rehearsal dinner! YOU ARE THE BRIDE! You should stand out at your rehearsal and at the dinner, and NO ONE else should wear white but you. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THAT and have fun with it!

WORK IT, BRIDE! LET YOUR WHITE SHINE!

These are just a couple of ideas, but there are so many super cute dresses out there for spring and summer right now! I wanted to buy one SO bad, but how tacky would it be for the wedding coordinator to show up in white? I can't even think about it!

This was at Francesca's and they totally worked it up with all these fun pearl and gold necklaces- there are crystal embelishments around the waist line that don't show up too well in the picture.

This is the dress that grabbed me at Ann Taylor Loft- MUCH cuter in person! Gorgeous detail and just feminine and youthful. If you are having a more casual rehearsal dinner, this is perfect! Jazz it up with some fun colored jewelry!

Of course, no one can afford Anthropologie, but IT'S YOUR WEDDING! That might be your one time to allow for the excuse of buying something there (besides a candle).

This dress above was just okay at first, but then I saw the back- SEXAY (but still bridal, of course!!!)


I think this one is so sweet! I love its vintage look. With some great shoes and cute hair style- any bride would have it goin' on!

The dress at the very top is from Nordstrom- you can never go wrong there!!!

Prayers for a Precious Couple, Mr. and Mrs. Landon Jones

Check out the dog tags- what a great shot! That alone makes me want to date someone in the military!

I had the privilege of working with Tracy and Landon and their wonderful, close-knit families in March. I love this wedding because it is another Melissa wedding, and they are such a fun group of people to work with- always great seeing those familiar faces! Also, Tracy and Landon's story is touching because Landon is in the Army and will be leaving for Afghanistan in May- he will be there for at least a year. So, please take a moment as you read this and any time you are reminded of these sweet faces to remember Landon, as well as his new wife, Tracy, and their families. Knowing what was approaching just a little over a month from their wedding date, made this day and couple all the more special; I know each guest was touched by their devotion to one another. Thank you, Landon and Tracy for allowing me to be a part of such a special day and time! And, Landon, we pray for your safe return to your hot new wife!!!

This is such an intimate and romantic chapel in the historic area of Frisco! It only holds around 100 guests, so Tracy and Landon had a smaller ceremony and then a BIG OLE' reception at Rock Creek Ranch! I think everyone in Melissa was there!

Check out Tracy's Pink Converse- love it!

Rock Creek Ranch let us use all their pillar candles and hurricanes- I busted these out ALL over the place! Free candlelight!

I love these moments! Tracy and Landon smiled ALL night!

This cake was freaking DELICIOUS!!! I have to admit that I had three slices- they had carrot, red velvet, chocolate, white with all kinds of yummy fillings- everyone kept coming back for more (including their wedding coordinator- I swear I do more than just eat cake!)! Great new cake connection -Tasteful Design!

How can you pass up this photo??!! Tracy's parents- they were so much fun and so easy!!! I miss them! I think any parent of a bride (or groom, even) can relate to this feeling! BUT!!! It's TOTALLY worth it, right?!?

Vendors:

Lebanon Baptist Church, Frisco

Rock Creek Ranch, McKinney

Pastor and Worship Leader of First Melissa

Edwards Floral Design

Dana Racanelli Photography

Tasteful Design

Bouquet Garni

Allen Limo (My first Hummer Limo rental without a crazy crisis! They broke my Hummer Limo bad luck streak)

Calaye Make up Artistry

Too Pretty to Eat (but I did!)

I love walking into a reception and seeing one of the main centerpieces- The Bride's Cake! So beautifully crafted and designed by incredible bakers- it is truly a God-given talent- I never fail to be impressed, and I always love the way the cake (whether it be the bride's or groom's) reflects the couple's personalities and style! Enjoy! I wish I could display how delicious they were!

Miss Morgan's Cake, Candy Haven in Denton

Elaine's Cake, Elena's Cakes

Greg's Groom's Cake, Fancy Cakes by Lauren

Missy's gorgeous shimmering cake, Fancy Cakes by Lauren

Adam's Groom's Cake, Fancy Cakes by Lauren

I have always loved Roxie's Cake by Frosted Art- I think the custom monogrammed runner has something to do with it!

Miss Liz's shimmering Winter Wonderland Cake, Fancy Cakes by Lauren

Dyan's December Cake, Fancy Cakes by Lauren

The lighting by Lite Dallas really showcased it!

Miss Cris' Cake, Fancy Cakes by Lauren

Missy's gift to her groom was a Red Chevy Pick up- we took the picture into Le Gateau and Jace completely recreated it- amazing!

Missy's Bride's Cake, Le Gateau

Matt- he is a rock star and deserved a rock star cake! Frosted Art

Miss Margaret- LOVE her, LOVE her cake! Frosted Art

INCREDIBLE! Frosted Art

Laura's cake fit perfectly with their Italian "theme," Frosted Art

Miss Ashley- she never really had a certain "color" for her wedding, so it was perfect that she chose an ice blue cake- I love it! Le Gateau

Jonathan was the perfect blend of cool and scholarly- I think his cake shows that! Precious couple! Le Gateau

Kristin's cake was so delicious! Cake Carousel

Miss Annie- sweet and pink! Too bad our baker moved to California after making this cake :) Cakes by Allison- I miss her!

I don't think I have to say anything! The cigar roller outside was the perfect fit with Jake's groom's cake, Dallas Affaires

Natalia's cake- Truly stunning- a classic! Dallas Affaires

What would I do without these girls???

I have three girls (I call them girls, but they are obviously grown, accomplished women!) who assist me with weddings on the weekends. They are too talented, gorgeous, and sweet not to spotlight on my award-winning (whatever :)) blog!

What is great about EACH of these girls is that I did (and will be doing in July!) their weddings. We connected so well during the planning that we remained close- they had a passion and appreciation for weddings and the crazy emotions that come with it. We are a perfect balance with one another!

Meet the Blessed Unions Crew!
MISS COLETTE!

I did Colette's sister's wedding several years ago- Debra and Robert are an INCREDIBLE couple. I became close with the ENTIRE Granberry Family, and now Miss Colette is all grown up! She used to help me when she was in from Baylor, but she recently graduated and is back in Dallas. She helps me out during the week too. We are in the process of planning her AMAZING and I mean AMAZING wedding this July. CANNOT WAIT! Colette also keeps my blog looking fun and hip- she is priceless!


ROXIE, "PREGO"

I did Roxie and Adam's wedding several years ago too- we had an instant connection. Roxie is a huge help on the weekends and is a natural at coordination and organization. So professional- so genuine- I just can't say enough good things about her. Well, I can add that she has EXQUISITE taste- her wedding was the perfect fall wedding. Check it out!

Oh! I forgot to mention that Roxie is pregnant with her first baby, a little boy- too sweet! And due this summer! Man- Colette is getting married- Roxie is having babies- what am I going to do!?!

What a great family!!! Great couple!

MISS SYDNEY (MISS MELISSA!)

This is my little Aggie Girl who knows EVERYONE!!! Sydney and Joe will be married five years this July. We had such a wonderful time planning her wedding, and since then, she has hooked me up with all of Melissa. Sydney and Joe are like Coach Taylor and Ms. Taylor from Friday Night Lights- I love them! I love doing weddings with Sydney because she always keeps me laughing!

They had a huge wedding because they are so darn likable- some photos are on my website. They got married so long ago that I can't find their wedding pics, but I am going to dig some up! They are precious!!!

I had to steal this photo off her facebook page! If you watch Friday Night Lights- this IS the Taylor Family (minus a baby and 16 year old!)

Last BUT NOT LEAST, My little sister, KATHRYN!

Who better to have as an assistant than my little sister? I can totally boss her around and not feel bad about it! I was so blessed to be so involved in the planning of her and JP's wedding about a year and a half ago. Their pics are on my older posts! She's REAL Purty and takes good care of me!