You're Invited: NBMBAA-DC 2013 Pre-Confer​ence Career Expo Panelist Discussion

Want to achieve goals faster? Do you wish for more coaching and feedback but don’t get it in your work environment? Do you want to learn to better integrate work and life? Do you wish you could tap into others who have complementary skill sets to you for advice? A personal board of directors may be just what each of us needs stay on track with our goals.

A personal board of directors is comprised of the people in your life who support your vision and to whom you turn when you want honest and trustworthy advice and/or when you are looking for help in figuring out solutions to your challenges. The concept comes from the business and non-profit world where an organization is legally required to have a board of directors to provide guidance and strategic input for optimal functioning of the organization.

This panel will discuss tips and strategies for selecting and building your Personal Board of Directors. The selected panelists have personally created their own Personal Board of Directors and are embraced by individuals who support them and offer professional business and career advice.

Event/Location Information:

NBMBAA-DC 2013 Pre-Conference Career Expo

Embassy Suites - DC Convention Center

900 10th Street NW

Washington, DC 20001

Register Here: http://dcbmbaacareerexpo2013.eventbrite.com/

Favored Owner Yodit Gebreyes will be presenting! Don't miss out on this valuable opportunity!!

You're Invited: Fab & Favored Bridal Boot Camp

What's Fab, Favored and Makes You Fit Before Your Wedding Day? Favored by Yodit Events has partnered with Celebrity Trainer Deanna Jefferson & Owner of Fab Body Factory & Deanna Jefferson Fitness to bring you: “Fab & Favored Bridal Boot Camp" to help you get down the aisle slim & trim.

Here’s all the information you need:

Who: Fab Body Factory + Favored by Yodit Events + YOU & Any 2 Guests (Bring Your Maid of Honor, Bridesmaid or Mother of the Bride/ Groom)!

When: September 21st, 2013 at 8:00-10:00am

Where: The Fab Body Factory 8027-C Penn Randall Place Upper Marlboro ,MD 20772

How: Sign up at www.FabandFavoredBridalBootcamp.eventbrite.com

In honor of the event, guest will enjoy complimentary Healthy Drinks, Snacks & Wedding/ Fitness Giveaways! Special Deals for DMV Bride-to-Be's:

• Each bride that signs up for the "Fab & Favored Bridal Boot Camp" will get 50% off of any Favored by Yodit Events Partial Planning or Full Planning Wedding Package to help plan their big day if bride signs before December 1, 2013! Sign up today before spaces get filled.
•  The Fab Body Factory Bootcamp 6 Week Program is valued at $360; Bride to Be's will be saving $180 + plus more discounts from wedding vendors!

Exercise gives you endorphins. Endorphins make you happy. Scientific studies show working out is an incredible mood booster and stress reliever and that is just what you need in the months leading up to the wedding.

Stop making excuses and work out with us to get you looking flawless and stunning on your walk down the aisle! Feel free to sign up before or after you pick out the dress, go to your menu tasting, or choose your delicious cake!

Be sure to stay connected with us on twitter at @FABBODYFACTORY @FAVOREDBYYODIT @DEANNAJEFFERSON @YODIDDY

#FavoredFriday Spotlight Vendor: Tanamachi Studio, Design & Lettering Boutique

Recently, Favored came across a interesting Vendor: Tanamachi Studio, Design & Lettering Boutique. This studio specializes in "hand-lettering & custom typography for editorial, lifestyle, food, and fashion brands." You may have seen Dana Tanamachi's work on several publications and not even realized it. Recently, her chalk work has been featured on well known magazine covers such as Time and O Magazine. Learn more about this #FavoredFriday vendor after the break.

Dana Tanamachi is a Texas-bred, Brooklyn-based graphic designer and letterer who enjoys living a quiet life and working with her hands. After designing Broadway show posters at SpotCo and working under Louise Fili, Dana opened her own design & lettering boutique, Tanamachi Studio. She has been commissioned by clients such as Google, Yahoo!, Rugby Ralph Lauren, The Ace Hotel, Tommy Hilfiger, West Elm, and Bloomingdale’s. In 2011, she was named a Young Gun (YG9) by the Art Directors Club and a Young Creative to Watch by HOW Magazine. In 2012, Dana had the unique honor of creating custom cover art for O, HOW, and TIME Magazines.

Final cover for Time Magazine's October 29, 2012 issue

Tote Bags created for the O YOU! Conference, hosted by Oprah Winfrey

Wine Bottles created with Brandever

Inside of the employee enterance at Andaz Hotel on 5th Avenue in New York City. Totaling over 350 square feet and approximately 100 words.

Unfortunately, Tanamachi Studio is not taking personal or wedding-related inquries at this time.

Source: http://tanamachistudio.com

You're Invited: Brides to Be Bash

A Gift From Favored to You!

Brides today is your lucky day!!! We have a very special gift for you courtesy of SimplyBridal.com, a discount on all merchandise! See below for more details.

SimplyBridal.com is an online boutique designed to make your dream wedding dress accessible and affordable. "SimplyBridal started off with the simple idea of creating beautiful weddings at reasonable prices. Beginning with wedding dresses, we’ve since added more products and strive to provide outstanding quality without the inconvenience and costs of traditional bridal boutiques and retailers. Our products are always things that we would want our family members and friends to buy, wear, and love. That means that we only partner with quality designers that share these values such as Los Angeles-based jewelry designer May Yeung. Our design team includes graduates from the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York and Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising in Los Angeles. They have designed for BCBGMAXAZRIA and Suzi Chin for Maggy. They source only the finest fabrics and embellishments for SimplyBridal, and sets the same high quality standards that are demanded by the New York fashion scene."

Simplybridal.com teamed up with Favored by Yodit to provide you our readers/clients with a 15% discount.

Code: SBL225FD

Discount: 15% (shipping not included)

Expiration: 09/02/2013

Let us know your experience with SimplyBridal.com and if you used our discount code! We would love to hear from you!

Source: http://www.simplybridal.com/shop/who-we-are/

Real {Washington​, D.C.} Wedding: Tamara & Anthony's Fairytale in the City!

Most little girls what to be a princess when they grow up, but few actually get to become one. Meet Tamara who made her Cinderella dreams come true on her wedding day with her very own Prince Charming, Anthony. Mr. and Mrs. Austin exchanged vows on August 14, 2010 in Washington, DC at St. Augustine Church followed by a reception at Top of the Town. See pictures of their "Fairytale in the City" theme wedding below.

The bride opted for a non-tradtional bouquet. The pink/purple center of the flower matches the linen and bridesmaid's dresses perfectly.

The bride is seen here with her two flower girls, who waved steamers during the ceremony instead of throwing petals.

 

The bride carried out her Fairytale theme with a Cinderella inspired dress. The bridesmaids wore two different style Diane Von Furstenberg's dresses.

 

The reception location, Top of the Town, had a full view of the city which was a perfect backdrop for the royal wedding cake.

Vendors:

Ceremony Venue: St. Augustine Church

Reception Venue: Top of the Town

Florist: DIY

Bridesmaid Dresses: Diane Von Furstenberg

Cake: Emily Friedman

Caterer: R&R Catering

Photographer: Kenneth Staab

Stay Cool with these Summer Wedding Tips!

 

Summer is the busiest time of the year for weddings because of the beautiful weather. However, with the beautiful weather comes blazing hot temperatures. If you don't want to compromise on the season here are a few helpful tips to keep your guests cool.

It's all in the timing:

If you wish to hold your wedding in a hot summer month like July, we usually advise a later ceremony. The sun will be at its hottest in the early afternoon, so the ideal time to hold your ceremony would be around 5pm, so that your celebration can continue in cooler temperatures.

Think shady:

If you are having an outdoor ceremony in the summer, try to choose an area that will be in the shade at the time of the ceremony, or as an alternative you can consider to cover the ceremony area with large white umbrellas to protect the guests from the hot sun (especially if the ceremony takes place around lunchtime or early afternoon).

Cheers!:

Arrange for your guests to be greeted with a drink before the ceremony begins (especially if it is outdoors) so they can immediately enjoy a cool drink as they wait for the bride to arrive.

Make a splash:

If possible, avoid a city celebration and hold your wedding in a venue near a lake or on the coast. Being near the water is an easy way to give your guests relief from the heat.

Play it cool:

On a hot day, the groom should wait until the last minute before the ceremony to put on his jacket. Often in Italy, the groom brings an extra shirt so that if needed he can change into a fresh shirt for the rest of the wedding. The bride should ask for advice from the dress designer and if it is a summer wedding ideally she should choose a dress that leaves the arms bare; we also advise to pick a light fabric for the dress so that if it is warm on the day, she can still have a great time while looking fresh and put together.

Less is more:

Fact: heat and humidity don’t go well with make-up. During your bridal make-up trial run, ask your make-up artist to give you some tips on how to make sure your make-up lasts all day. Your make-up bag must-haves will be a strong primer and a waterproof mascara; try to wear the minimum amount of make-up to let you skin breathe - and if you have a bit of a tan you won’t need much anyway!

Ditch the heels:

Why not plan ahead and have flip-flops ready for your reception? We have done this in the past and we can tell you that both female and male guests couldn’t wait to get rid of their shoes and socks and relax in flip-flops - and it will make dancing that little bit easier, too!

Source: Weddingmagazine!

Wedding Day Emergencies and How To Deal!

We’ve all heard those wedding horror stories – wardrobe malfunctions, falls, even the odd runaway groom. It’s an unfortunate fact of life, but wedding day emergencies do happen! Here’s a list of tips to help save the day in the event of a wedding emergency.

Wedding Day Emergency #1 – The Wardrobe

Day by day, wardrobe malfunctions happen. Usually they’re just a small tear, here or there, maybe your stockings have laddered, shirt’s torn – the usual daily occurrence. It’s not often that you’ll hear of entire dresses tearing away, leaving you exposed in front of friends and family – but it’s best to be prepared. Before the wedding – decide on what you’d like to wear, get it fitted out and have it ready at least 2 weeks before the wedding. This will usually give enough time to sort out any issues before the day comes around. On the day – carry an extra pair of pantyhose, if your current pair ladder, just quickly change into the new set. A needle and thread, as well as safety pins, are life savers for tears and other quick modifications that need doing. Keep a few handy.

Wedding Day Emergency #2 – Body Issues

Falls happen, and you’ll cut yourself at the most inconvenient times. Keep a few band-aids on hand, as well as a box of tissues (these will also come in handy if you start to tear up). Keep a box of aspirins for those unexpected headaches for you and your bridesmaids. A bottle of hairspray or gel will save your bad hair day, and consider keeping a box of crackers in a small bag – you may have little time to eat on the day of the wedding! On that note, keep some breath mints or a travel toothbrush handy in case you get carried away with those chive and onion crackers. In short, a wedding day emergency kit will help mitigate any unforeseen circumstances!

Wedding Day Emergency #3 – The Venue

Make sure to inspect your wedding reception venue before the day of the wedding, and on the big day in order to avoid potential wedding day emergencies. Look for a function venue that has the space and services you need – a large dance floor, PA system, ample parking etc. Look for testimonials and other reviews, to make sure you’re looking at a quality and reliable function venue.

With a little preparation and planning, those unforseen wedding emergencies will seem like a feather in the wind, brushing straight past with no problem at all.

Source: Wedding Republic

Real {North Carolina} Wedding: Brooke & James #Foreverberry Fairytale

They say in college you will meet the people you will be friends with for the rest of your life and if you are lucky, you will meet the love of your life. Brooke and James almost missed each other at North Carolina A&T State University in Greensboro, North Carolina but fate brought them together in Miami, Florida while Brooke was on vacation. This beautiful couple got engaged on Brooke's birthday, November 15, 2012 and were married a little under a year later on June 23, 2013. Brooke's favorite quote is "Love is in the details" and she focused on just that to create the Wedding of her dreams. Check out the #Foreverberry Fairytale below.

The couple chose Kiwi and Grey as their color palette. I never would've thought of using kiwi green, but I love how the two colors came together!

The bride is already a natural beauty, so the subtle neutral makeup only enhanced her gorgeous face and what girl doesn't love a sparkly pair of shoes? Instead of opting for a full sequin shoe, find a shoe with just a sequin heel for a subtle touch.

The bridesmaids were glamorous and sparkly wearing long, curve-fitting gowns and lots of bling also, each of the bridesmaids bouquets were different. The flower girls wore custom tutu gowns and instead of tossing flower petals, carried a DIY sign that announced, Here Comes the Bride!

The groomsmen wore traditional, sleek tuxes and converse sneakers with patterned socks. James had a custom pair of converse designed especially for the day with their social media tag #foreverberry embroidered into the shoe.

It was very important to the couple that both families had an amazing time at the cocktail reception, so they set it up like a lounge so everyone could mix and mingle, have drinks, eat and ultimately dance the afternoon away!

 

When asked about her wedding day, Brooke said simply, "[it] was truly amazing".

For more details and to get to know the couple better, take a look at their highlight video. Make sure you have a box of tissues handy! lol

Brooke and James Highlight Video from HoneyDew Films on Vimeo.

For the couple's full love story and more details about their wedding, click on the picture below to see their wedding website:

Vendors: 

Tuxedos - Men's Warehouse 

Venue, Caterer - Proximity Hotel http://www.proximityhotel.com/

Florist - Brenda McLamb http://www.proximityhotel.com/

Cake - Doris Tilley

Favors - Delicious Bite Cookies www.dbcookies.com

Band - No Straight Answer http://nostraightanswer.com/

Music/ DJ - DJ J-Flex- http://www.102jamz.com/pages/8454558.php

Day of Coordinator- Array of Events http://arrayofevents.net/

Videographer- Honeydew Films http://honeydewfilms.com/

Photographer- Julie Livingston-Carter http://www.julielivingstonphotography.com/ 843.817.3974

Real {Las Vegas} Wedding: RaAnaa and Edward's Sunset Soiree

RaAnaa and Edward got married at the beautiful Bears Best Golf Course in Las Vegas May, 31, 2013. This was our first time working with Bears Best and hopefully not our last because it is such a stunning location with an amazing staff!

We began the day with RaAnaa at the Element by Westin where her and her lovely bridesmaids were getting ready. Her makeup was done by the talented Brandon Montoya of Makeup Forever and hair by Alexxus Watley. RaAnaa's dress was a perfect fit and made the mother of the flower girl look amazing!

When it was time to head up to Bears Best for the wedding ceremony the girls all hitched a ride where guests and the groom and his groomsmen patiently waited for the ceremony to begin! It was the perfect way day with not a cloud in sight.

The wedding details were everywhere! Bits of purples, lavenders pinks and blues surrounded the ceremony and reception.

Between the ceremony location, the covered patio for the cocktail hour and the actual reception venue were all customized for RaAnaa and Edward.

Since the couple loves to dance and have a good time the first dance set off the mood for the wedding reception and the DJ had the dance floor moving all night.

They ended the evening with a grand exit with all of their guests lining the walkway ,sparklers in hand and the VW bus waiting to whisk them away. It was such a beautiful day and we are thrilled to have been able to have been chosen as RaAnaa & Edward's wedding coordinators and  good friends for life!

Ceremony and Reception Venue: Bears Best Wedding Coordination: Favored by Yodit Events Photographer: Myron Hensel Photography Hair: Alexxus Watley Makeup: Brandon Montoya of Makeup Forever DJ: Knight Sounds Entertainment Florist: Flowers By Kathy Cake: Cravin Cake Bridal Gown: David's Bridal Bridesmaid's Attire: The Dessy Group Groom's & Groomsmen Attire: Men's Warehouse Transportation: On Demand Sedan & Limousine Stationary: Wedding Paper Divas

Thank you RaAnaa & Edward and congratulations!

  

NEW Video Recap of Favored by Yodit Events Launch Affair at The W Hotel

I am excited to share the highlight video from the Favored by Yodit Events Launch Affair at The W Hotel. The atmosphere was phenomenal and I couldnt have asked for a better night! We had the best wedding vendors participating and guest and new couples eager to meet them in attendance.

The room was definitely filled with love! Thanks to everyone who came out! See you next year for our 1 Year Anniversary.

Note: If you are a wedding / event vendor who would like to be featured for our next event please email yodit@favoredbyyodit.com. Thanks again for the good times & customer referrals!

You're Invited: Carine’s Bridal Atelier Hosts Liancarlo Trunk Show

Luxury bridal boutique Carine’s Bridal Atelier will host a designer bridal gown trunk show at the boutique in Georgetown at 1726 Wisconsin Ave NW, 2nd Floor, Washington DC, on August 8th, 9th, and 10th.

Brides-to-be will have the wonderful opportunity to view the Liancarlo Spring 2014 collection and be guided by Carine Krawiec and her expert consultants; dedicated to making their brides-to-be dreams come true. Brides will receive a 12% discount with the purchase of a Liancarlo gown on Thursday and Friday of the trunk show and 10% discount on Saturday. Appointments are available by calling Carine’s Bridal Atelier at 202.965.4696 or by emailing an appointment request to info@carinesbridal.com.

From August 8th to August 10th the Liancarlo Trunk Show at Carine’s Bridal Atelier will feature gowns detailed with refined elegance with a traditional yet modern twist; body-skimming silhouettes; and ethereal fabrics.

For more information, contact Carine’s Bridal Atelier by phone 202.965.4696 or email info@carinesbridal.com

ABOUT CARINE’S BRIDAL ATELIER: Carine’s Bridal boutique has been in the heart of Georgetown for more than 6 years and has established itself as the nation’s capital destination for the finest selection of designer wedding gowns and accessories. Carine has built personal relationships with most of her celebrity designers through the years and the boutique has earned the exclusive right to carry some of the world’s most well-known names in the bridal industry: Monique Lhuillier, Liancarlo, Marchesa, Carolina Herrera, Jenny Lee, Junko Yoshioka, Rivini, and Angel Sanchez.

Please visit www.carinesbridal.com to learn more.

Carine’s Bridal Atelier

1726 Wisconsin Avenue NW, 2nd floor, Washington D.C. 20007

(202) 965-4696

http://www.facebook.com/CarinesBridal

http://twitter.com/CarinesBridal

DIY Wedding Wishing Tree

Are you looking for a small way to make your wedding stand out? Instead of a tradional guestbook, try a Wishing Tree. With origins in Holland, guests write their well wishes for the couple on small pieces of paper and hang them on a tree with string or hooks. The tree can be customized to fit any theme and color to blend in with the rest of the reception space. You can order an already made wishing tree from several sites or you can save a few dollars and make it yourself! Check out the step by step instructions below.

You Will Need:

• Bare tree branches (e.g., manzanita, mitsumata, etc. – about 3 to 4 feet in height) – look in your backyard for some tree branches, too! You can use one large branch or several smaller ones.
• Tree planter (vase, box, or pot large enough to hold the branche(s) and goes with your wedding theme)
• Craft cement. If you are using a glass vase, then you can use clear or colored marbles/rocks as the anchor.
• Floral Foam (for stuffing the tree planter. Foam not needed for glass vases).
• Blank business-sized note cards
• Thin ribbon - for haning the note cards
• A nice tray to hold the blank wish cards AND pens
• Fresh flowers - 1-2 bunches of flowers for flower bed covering (depending on type of flower you are using).
• Clear fish wire or glue gun (optional) – if you want to attach a few flowers to some of the branches.
• Colored cardstock (in your color theme) and glue stick (optional) – to make a Wish Tree instructions sign.

Instructons:

1. Place branch(es) in planter or vase.
2. If you are using clear vase, then fill the vase with heavy rocks, marbles, etc. Make sure the branches are stable. You can lean the branches diagonaly on each side of the vase for better stability.
3. If you are using a solid planter, fill a quarter of the base with cement to set the branch in it’s position. fill the rest of the planter with floral foam, leaving about 1-2 inches of space from the top of the planter.
4. Fill the planter with water to ensure floral foam soaks up the water. Do NOT fill water all the way to the top of the planter, as you will spill the water when you transport it.
5. Cut your fresh flowers down (at an angle) leaving about 2 inches stem.
6. Stick your flowers into floral foam, covering the entire base to make the flower bed.
7. TIP: Water your foam everyday to ensure foam has water to feed your flowers!
8. Cut colored paper into business size cards and punch hole on left side.
9. Cut ribbon about 14″ long and tie around punched hole. You can tie the loose ends together or have your guests do it when they hang their card.
10. Optional – If you would like to add flowers to branches, cut flower down to it’s base and simply glue or tie single flowers onto branch with glue gun or fishing wire. Do this as last as possible, because your flowers on the branch will not have any water source and may wilt by the end of the day, depending on the type of flower you use!
11. Optional - To make your Wish Tree instructions sign, print out the following message (you can change wording if you’d like) on your cardstock and glue onto another cardstock of your theme colors.

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 Wish Tree

Please use the provided tags to leave a note for Bride name & Groom name.

 Then hang your note on the tree!

 Need some inspirations?

- Words of wishes

- Marriage advise

- Memories of your wedding

- Draw a picture

 Have FUN and don’t forget to sign your name!!!

Send us some pictures of your wedding wishing tree! We would love to see them!

 Source: http://signaturek.wordpress.com/2009/07/20/diy-wishing-tree/

Save While You Savor: 2 Favorite #DIY Desserts in Jars!

Peach Crisp in a Jar Recipe

Ingredients:

Peach Crisp Filling: 6 fresh peaches, peeled and chopped 1 cup sugar 1/2 tsp. cinnamon 2 eggs beaten Juice from one lemon (I used a lime because I didn’t have a lemon on hand) 1/2 cup of flour

Graham Cracker Crust: 16 graham crackers crushed 6 tablespoons melted butter 2 tablespoons sugar

Crumble Topping: 1 1/4 cups flour 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/4 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. cinnamon one stick of butter, melted

Instructions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Prepare peaches. In a large bowl, combine peaches along with the rest of the peach crisp filling ingredients. Set aside.

Place crushed graham crackers, melted butter and sugar in a medium bowl and mix thoroughly. Press several tablespoons of the mixture into each jar and press down with a measuring cup. Mix ingredients for crumble topping using a whisk.

Set aside crumble topping. 

Add peach filling to the jars, making sure you leave room for the crumble topping.

Spoon crumble mixture on top of peach filling. If you are planning to add a lid, do not overfill. Place jars on a parchment lined baking sheet and bake for 30-35 minutes on a low oven rack.

Banana Bread in a Jar Recipe  (Makes one dozen 250 ml jars)

Ingredients:

2/3 cup shortening 2 2/3 cups white sugar 4 eggs 2 cups mashed bananas 2/3 cup water 3 1/3 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 2 teaspoons baking soda 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground cloves (I used half a teaspoon because I didn’t want mine too ‘clovey’.) 2/3 cup chopped pecans or walnuts

You might also need:

12 250 ml canning jars funnel

Instructions: If you are planning on storing these for a while, you will need to sterilize your jars. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease insides of a dozen 250ml canning jars. In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy.

Mash bananas. Beat in eggs, bananas, and water. Sift together flour, baking powder, soda, salt, cinnamon, and cloves. Add to banana mixture. Add nuts and stir them in with spoon. Insert canning funnel into mouth of jar and pour mixture into greased jars, filling half full. Place jars directly on rack in oven. Do NOT put lids on jars for baking. Be careful to keep the rims clean, wiping off any batter that gets on the rims. Bake for 45 minutes. Don’t worry if a few rise over the top of the jar a bit like this one. You can press it down with the lid.

Note: To be safe, I wouldn’t make these more than a week before your wedding or event. We don’t endorse keeping for long periods because we are not food scientists and cannot speak to longevity canned bread.

Source: All recipes adapted from allrecipes.com

You're Invited: The Wedding Salon's Luxury Showcase in New York

WHO: The nation's #1 premier luxury bridal show, the Wedding Salon, is bringing together the top names in bridal to ESPACE. Wedding Salon CEO & Founder and celebrity wedding planner, Tatiana Byron, will be available onsite for interviews and photo opportunities to discuss top trends, local wedding gems, and her tips in tackling wedding season.

WHAT: Discovery of the latest trends and tips in the wedding industry including hottest color schemes, latest dessert and treat ideas, over-the-top centerpieces, destination wedding and honeymoon options, innovative photography options and more.

WHY: Gather an estimated 800 brides-to-be together plus their supporting guests to discover the latest trends and resources for their wedding planning needs and enjoy:

•Cake creations and tastings by Carlo's Bakery of TLC's Cake Boss and Crumbs

•Fantasy Reception Table designs by The Registry @ Bloomingdale's

•Latest wedding resource information by Kleinfeld Hotel Blocks

•Dream Weddings from St. Regis and The Leading Hotels of the World

•Unique cocktails and beverage choices from ZICO Water

•Makeovers in the Health & Beauty Suite featuring Metamorphosis New York and celebrity artist Makeup by Josephine

•Photo opportunities with industry experts including Magnolia Photo Booth

•Destination Weddings & Honeymoon resorts featuring Sandals Resorts & Mexico Tourism Board, Fiesta Americana Grand Coral Beach Resort & Spa, Live Aqua and more

•An ultimate goody bag featuring Frederic Fekkai and Kleinfeld

WHERE: ESPACE| 635 W. 42nd Street | New York, NY

WHEN: WEDNESDAY, JULY 17TH, 2013 | 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

CONTACT: Danielle Tin Danielle@WeddingSalon.com

O:212.631.7777 | C: 718.450.7036

About The Wedding Salon: The Wedding Salon, the nation's #1 premier luxury bridal showcase is the ultimate resource for wedding planning needs. Founded by celebrity wedding planner, Tatiana Byron, the Wedding Salon features luxury wedding vendors and award winning service providers showcasing the year's must-have products and newest trends in the industry. The bridal showcase is a one-day event, designed to look and feel like a luxurious wedding catering to the affluent bride, engaged couples, celebrities and socialites. Since launching in 2004, The Wedding Salon has expanded its events to five markets across the country including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Washington D.C. and Miami. For more information about The Wedding Salon, to find the next upcoming show/location, please visit http://www.weddingsalon.com

Raise your glass to these Summer @Ciroc Cocktails!

Wedding Season Pass

We post about Rent the Runway all of the time here on Favored, because everyone wants to look fabulous on a budget. This week Rent the Runway has several dresses to rent for the bride that has multiple events to attend. From long formal dresses for a fancy engagement party, to a short sexy number for the bachelorette party. When the budget is tight, check out Rent the Runway for several high fashion options. What I love most about the site is that all of the dresses are on trend and you can pick out your accessories all in one place! Check out all of the dress options for the bride here.

Instant Show Stopper, #DIY Hand Glittered Paper Lantern

Wow all of your guests at your next big event with showstopping #DIY Glittered Paper Lanterns. So easy even a caveman could do it! : )

Materials:

• Paper Lanterns
• Glitter in the color of your choice
• Glue Spray

Directions:

1. Cover the place where you will work with paper so you can reuse the glitter that will not stick on the ball again.

2. Cover the ball with the glue and immediately pour glitter on it.

3. When the first layer is dry, do another one to cover all the parts that are still appearing.

4. When you finish spray glue in the entire surface one more time to fix the glitter well.

Source: http://www.socreativethings.com/creative-paper-lantern-decorations/

Having a Beach Wedding & Trying to Keep Costs Down?

Try this #DIY Seashell Candle Idea! Make your own shell candles with craft store wicks and melted wax. Check out the step by step directions and all the materials needed for this easy #DIY project after the break!

Tools and Materials:

• Seashells
• Bleach
• Water
• Wax
• Wicks
• Double boiler

Candles in Seashells How-To:

1. Clean seashells in a weak solution of bleach and water. Let shells dry.

2. Melt wax in top of a double boiler.

3. After wax has melted, pour into shells until they are almost full.

4. Carefully place wicks with holders into bottom of shells.

5. Trim wicks if they don't stand upright.

6. Allow approximately 30 minutes for wax to cool completely and harden throughout.

Source: http://www.marthastewart.com/269328/candles-in-seashells

#BrideToBe Advice: 7 Foods That Can Reduce Stress

Planning a wedding can be super stressful. Between finding the perfect dress, playing mediator between bridesmaids and dealing with several different vendors to ensure that your big day is perfect, it can be a lot for one person to handle. Hiring Favored by Yodit Events would be the PERFECT solution : ), but if you can't check out the seven foods that can reduce stress below.

1. Turkey: Turkey contains tryptophan, an amino acid that boosts serotonin production, which helps alleviate stress. Add turkey to your morning omelet or slice it up into a salad at lunch.

2. Spinach: This leafy vegetable is great source of magnesium, a mineral that helps promote a sense of calm. Spinach, which is a great source of fiber, also helps boost your energy levels. Opt for this instead of lettuce in your salad at lunch.

3. Salmon: This fish is full of Omega 3 essential fatty acids, which help to boost serotonin production. The DHA (docosahexanoic acid) in Omega 3 fats help to nourish the brain while mitigating stress hormones. Plus, the Omega 3 in salmon can reduce inflammation and promote healthy blood flow, both of which are compromised with chronic stress. Enjoy wild Alaskan salmon up to three times a week.

4. Nuts and seeds: Nuts and seeds are a rich source of Omega 3 and Omega 6 essential fatty acids, which help reduce stress. Walnuts are one of the best sources of Omega 3s. Cashews and sunflower seeds also contain tryptophan, which boosts serotonin production and can take the edge off a stressful day. Have a handful of nuts as an afternoon snack.

5. Oatmeal: The complex carbohydrates in oatmeal help to boost serotonin production. Plus, oats have a lot of calming magnesium as well as potassium, which has been shown to help lower blood pressure. Have a bowl for breakfast with some walnuts and cashews, as well as some cinnamon to help stabilize your blood sugar, and you will on your way to a more tranquil day.

6. Citrus fruit: Oranges, grapefruit, and other citrus fruits are a great way to get your vitamin C, which studies show reduces stress levels. Plus, vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that boosts your immune system. Have an orange in the afternoon for a calming and nourishing snack.

7. Sweet potatoes and carrots: Root vegetables are a good source of fiber and carbohydrates, which can help to boost serotonin production. Plus, because they are subtly sweet, they can offset cravings for sugar. Sweet potatoes and carrots are also a great source of vitamins and minerals that are good for your blood pressure and your heart. Have a handful of baby carrots with some almond butter in the afternoon or a sweet potato with dinner a couple of times a week.

Source: http://www.inc.com/barbara-mendez/7-foods-that-reduce-stress.html?cid=em01013week25a