Jacksonville Wedding

 Hey ladies! Im back from Jacksonville! I had soooooo much fun! The conference was outstanding and I met so many beautiful people. It was definitely a blessing and I;m so happy everything worked out to where my cousin and I were able to go.

I missed you guys...I had some PW withdrawals while I was down there =)

Hope you all have a blessed day!

- k.k.

Hi ladies...I started a group for those of us getting married in Jacksonville. I'm relatively new around here so maybe there already is one? IF so just let me know so I can join it instead! If not, let's all get together and start some local discussion! 

http://www.projectwedding.com/groups/boards/jacksonville-florida-brides

I have already got married, we got married in nov. and it was very nice. I joined project wedding a little late, but there were so many great vendors at our wedding i wanted to be able to review them and let them knw how much we appreciated them.

Publix Bakery did our wedding cake

Davids Bridal is where my bride bought her dress and the bridesmaids too

Mens Warehouse is where me and the groomsmens got our tuxs

Zales is where we got our rings

Lasley Photos was our photographer

I think that is everyone, and we were very happy with all of them

Do you ladies know of any great MUAs in Jville?

Hi everyone! It's my first post, but I've been on the forums before reading so many helpful posts and I figured maybe someone can help me...

My wedding will be May 29, 2010 in Jacksonville FL... and we still don't have an officiant. We are looking for a secular, sweet and personalized ceremony but I've had trouble finding an officiant. I've looked around, and we had a really bad experience with one guy who while we were in the middle of deciding when to meet with him he completely stopped returning our calls and then called 2 months later like nothing happened!

Any recommendations on where to go from here?

Thanks so much!

A.

Florida brides, do you have any recommendations for boudoir photographers in the areas mentioned above...maybe even Orlando??

Hi Ladies,

I am in desperate need of your help. I am contemplating buying a dress online for my wedding reception, however I can't seem to find it in any store in the Turks & Caicos islands or close to the Miami area. I know I'm taking a big chance here, but I absolutely adore this dress. Turns out the lady who owns Beck'y alterations in Jacksonville Fl does sell this dress. All I need is pictures of the dress showing the quality of the dress and width of the base.

My concern is that it looks really cheap looking and the rhinestone detail isn't what's portrayed in their advertising picture. You guys know what I'm talking about. The dress is from Forever Yours, Style #39201

I'm Natasha (aka "Nee"), a 36 year old SoCal girl, living in the swamps of Florida. I work for a manufacturer in engineering, handling product/tech support, claims investigations, and copyright infringement.

He's Chris, a 34 year old Florida native. He works as an underwriter for the financial division of a major insurance company.

Together, we live in Jacksonville, FL in a cute little house, accompanied by our fur-babies, Tigger and Piglet. We're blessed not only with wonderful families (mine scatterd througout SoCal, Tx and NY, his here in FL) and a circle of the most amazing friends.

And our huge passion is sportbikes. We're both very involved with the local riding community, and Chris is an MSF Rider Coach in his spare time.

The lovely brides here at PW have been an amazing source of style ideas and inspiration.  I can't begin to thank them all enough.

Eugugoly82 has provided the inspiration for my hair... a loose, unstructured up-do that will be accented with a red rose.

For the Jacksonville wedding: I wore a simple white cotton sundress, piped in black, from Dillard’s, with white kitten-heeled sandals from Nine West. To keep with the retro-feel of the dress, it was complimented by small crystal drop earrings, and ‘pin-up girl’ hair and makeup (makeup courtesy of Tamera Leone of House of Leone/MAC Cosmetics).

For the Las Vegas wedding: I wore a slipdress style gown of re-embroidered and beaded Shiffli lace over a satin sheath, with a semi-Cathedral train. The dress is from Alfred Angelo’s Destination line, complimented by rhinestone-encrusted silver sandals from Nine West, a Mantilla style veil and two red silk roses in my hair. Jewelry was kept simple, consisting only of Swarovski crystal chandelier earrings. My hair and makeup was done by Glam Squad 702 in Las Vegas.

Ben and I actually went to middle school and High school together and were i would say associates during those times. We met back up at a friends party in 2005 and started talking on the phone and a couple months later on my on my 24th birthday we went out to a club in Jacksonville where we live called the Ocean club with some friends and became inseperable everyday since then.

we were soaked at the club it rained on the patio!!

Last year on September 11, 2007 we bought our first home together which was also the day of our 2 year "dating" anniversary. On our first Christmas in our new home he proposed by putting my ring in a match stick box in my stocking that morning, I had no idea since we didn't do stocking stuffers that year for Christmas. It was a surprise and so cute when i opened the match box it said "MARRY ME?" I was sooo happy I cried.It was the most beautiful ring and a sweet/cute moment on Christmas morning.

Since we've settled in our home we want to get started on all the wedding planning. "LOTS TO PLAN"

I am selling my flower girls baskets OR ANYTHING YOU SEE AND LIKE...

If you need more info just email me jlmcmunn@hotmail.com 

IF YOU USE ANY PICTURES FROM MY SITE....ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU GIVE ME CREDIT FOR THE PICTURE...THANKS!

Wedding Date: Feb. 7, 2009

We are both from Ormond Beach but never really crossed paths in High School. Of course I knew who Rick was, my teacher's son! In college we became friends and attend many parties together. After graduation Rick moved to St. Augustine and I went to Jacksonville to continue school at UNF. One day a major hurricane was headed to St. Augustine and Rick was evacuated. Rick headed north to Jacksonville and bumped into to me at the beach. We haven't left each others side since. Check out our website www.judyandrick.com

THE ENGAGEMENT: Our first date was in St. Augustine. We ate at A1A Ale Works then had cocktails in the the Casa Monica,"95 Cordova." It was 1 day before Christmas Eve 2007 and Rick took me to dinner at "95 Cordova" at the Casa Monica. But he took me upstairs to the pool and I was suprised to see a special lounge area set up for us. Champagne, red roses, candle light...it was perfect.  He forgot the camera so the vallet guy went across the street and bought a disposable one.

 Bailey!

THE ENGAGEMENT PARTY

My FI parents (below left) hosted a party in our hometown of Ormond Beach, at Frappes. It was a great way for the families to meet. My FI family is Italian and love food. His father made up a special menu with the food, date of eevnt and or names. Everyone took them home for the scrapbook.

THE BRIDAL SHOWER(S) As you can see I wore the same dress twice. It was BCBG and SOOOOOOOOOOOOO expensive. I changed the slip dress underneath and made it two different looks. I will bring the dress with on the honeymoon. I will have wore it 3 times so that $450 bill doesn't seem to bad.

The pink bridal shower was hosted by my two sisters & my Mom. I loved all the details. They placed rice inside the hurricane to hold the candles...so cute! The food was yummy.

The second shower was hosted by my 3 bridemaids in Jacksonville. It sort of turned into a Bachelorette party...we went to a few bars after we opened the gifts. And the FI met up with his friends.

THE CEREMONY will be held outdoors int he garden of The Pena Peck House in Historic St. Augustine.

The RECEPTION will be at The White Room overlooking the intracoastal in St. Augustine.

http://www.ocwhiteroom.com/

THE DRESS: Once I bought it everything came together. The whole color scheme & feel of the wedding is based off my dress. My FI has no idea I will not be wearing white. The wedding colors are choc brown, champagne and light pink....NO white anywhere.

Disney's Fairy Tale. Jewels by Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings presents bridal jewelry inspired by Jasmine. Adorn yourself with beautiful baubles embellished in Crystals and Pearls

I have a size 11 foot so I HATE shoe shopping because most brand stop at size 10.  I am also 5'9'' and didn't want to tower over everone. They are not the world cutest shoes...but they are so comfortable, low heel and came in my size (Brand: Naturalizer).

Bridesmaids dress from Jcrew. As a gift they will receive these earings from Karen Garner Designs, and a soft choc brown wrap...that can be used as a scarf later.

For the rehersal dinner I will wear the pink dress and this Jcrew coat....black pump.

Invitations: Carlson Craft -Pocket invites. They had 4 cards, RSVP, Accomodations, Map & invitation to Mett n Greet (get together after reheresal). The pocket are choc brown browns, champagnes accent and mocha.light pink ink.  Here is a picture of them online but not in our colors. My sister did the map artwork.  

Decor: Some DIY.....

We are placing 3 of these large candle arrangements on the bar. The tallest candle is 20 inches.  

INSPIRATION seen on Left.....OUr Cake SEE on RIGHT...Publix made it.

Above is the menu I made that will be at everyones place seating inside the napkin.  We are have "action stations" but I thought the menu would help guest know what to expect.

3 Passed Hors d Oeuvers (cocktail hour): Blue Crab Cakes, Spanakopita, BBQ Pork Bisquits

Paella Station: Saffron Rice, Chirizo, Scallops, Clams & Mussels, Assorted Breads 

 
Carving Station: Herb Roasted Beef Tenderloin, served with Horseradish Cream  

Broccoli Gratin :Fresh Broccoli Baked with Vermont Sharp Cheddar & Bread Crumbs      

                            
Shrimp & Grits Martini Bar: Southern Grits served with a selection of  Shrimp, Cheese, Salsa & Bacon

Wedding Cake :Yellow Cake with Butter Cream Icing, Chocolate Cake with Raspberry Filling

I design this bar menu. We have an open bar with beer, wine, Absolut Vodka, Tanqueray Gin, Captain Morgan Rum, Johnny Walker Red, Crown Royal, Jack Daniels, Jose Cuervo 1800. I made this "Bar Menu" to display at the bar with our signature drinks. I got nice black frames with a rod iron easel at the dollar store. The reception hall did not charge me additional. I took what they had and made up my own fun drinks.

DYI - TABLE NUMBER

I designed this template for the table numbers and printed them on ecru (cream cardstock) then attached to a skewer stick that I painted choc brown. We bought moss at Micheals and wrapped them around foam squares.

MUSIC:

Introduction               Groove Me                                                      King Floyd

First Dance                Lucky                                                              Jason Mraz/Colby Caillet

Father/Daughter       Wonderful World                                           Lois Armstrong          

Son/Mother                Just the Way You Are                                     Billy Joel

Cake cutting              World on a String                                           Michael Buble

Last Fast Song           Just Dance                                                       Lady Gaga     

Last Slow Song          The Way You Look Tonight                           Frank Sinatra

READING FOR CEREMONY read by MY SISTER

“Blessing of the Hands"

“These are the hands of your best friend, young and strong and full of love for you, that are holding yours on your wedding day, as you promise to love each other today, tomorrow, and forever.

These are the hands that will work alongside yours, as together you build your future.

These are the hands that will passionately love you and cherish you through the years, and with the slightest touch, will comfort you like no other.

These are the hands that will hold you when fear or grief fills your mind.

These are the hands that will countless times wipe the tears from your eyes; tears of sorrow, and tears of joy.

These are the hands that will tenderly hold your children.

These are the hands that will help you to hold your family as one.

These are the hands that will give you strength when you need it.

And lastly, these are the hands that even when wrinkled and aged, will still be reaching for yours, still giving you the same unspoken tenderness with just a touch.”

Here are the pics from my 2nd trail hair n makeup. I will not upload the first they are HORRIBLE. Panache Salon in Downtown St. Augustine.

The Rehersal Dinner:

My FI are hosting the dinner at the Columbian Restaraunt for 35 in this private room. We love the spanish decor & food. We walked thru the historic street to the Meet & Greet...hosted at the Historic Hilton on the Bayfront in St. Augustine. The meet & greet was a party after the rehersal dinner...open to all guest to come and meet eachother before the big day. We had a ton of deserts and beer/wine. It was a blast! I would recommend to any bride.

 SNEEK PEEK AT THE PRO-PICS!!!!!!!!!!!!    I GOT THESE 2 WEEKS AFTER THE WEDDING :)

www.naturallyphotography.com - click on weddings, page 2 (click yellow icon), The White Room. These are just a few...I will update more as soon as I get them.

MY PRO PICS ARE HERE!!!

It only took him 2.5 weeks :) Gary Denham with Naturally Photography is the best!!!!!!!!!!!

 NON PRO-PICS

This is the morning after the wedding. My sister in laws gave me this tank top at the rehersal dinner....I loved it!

 HONEYMOON - COSTA RICA