What is a Day-of Coordinator?

We are back!! Big things have been happening here at Two Be Wed and we have recommitted ourselves to bringing the latest trends, vendors and advice to our blogging community, and fans!

One service we are highlighting this week is the role of the day-of coordinator. Many brides opt out of having a full-time wedding coordinator because they don't fully understand what a coordinator entails. So you ask, what does a day-of coordinator do??

At Two Be Wed, we believe that a day-of coordinator protects the investment of your time, money and more importantly, your peace of mind on your wedding day. We serve as the point of contact for vendors and your bridal party. We prompt the couple and attendants on where to be and when. We manage the styling of decor and the timing of the ceremony and reception. We are responsible for making sure the photographer doesn't miss any monumental moments or be there to repair a snag minutes away from your walk down the aisle.

The reality is the world doesn't stop when you're getting married and life happens. You don't want to be the one when life happens on YOUR day. But in case life does happen, a day-of coordinator gives you the peace of mind that your investment is protected on your day, all day.

For more information on Two Be Wed's day-of services, please contact houston@twobewed.net and reference this blog post!

Destination Wedding Class & Cocktails

Join Two Be Wed for a Destination Wedding Class and Cocktail party on Wednesday, September 22 from 6 to 8pm. Learn everything you need to know about planning a wedding abroad and/or in another city. Lite bites, drinks, and tips from Modern Honeymoons and Casa de Camera!

Modern Maharanis

All weddings revolve around tradition, but none are quite like a South Asian wedding. With the newest addition to our firm, Two Be Red is proud to host an South Asian inspired bridal bash for the modern maharanis. Prashe Decor, our co-host, and many other vendors available for South Asian weddings will be at the Hilton Post Oak on August 19 from 1-5 PM to showcase modern elements for a traditional South Asian wedding. We are very excited for this event and welcome all brides-to-be to join in this cultural festival!

For more information, contact us at houston@twobewed.net.

We hope to see everyone there!

Open House Success

Yesterday was our second grand opening and it was a huge success! The turn out was unbelievable and we couldn't be more appreciative of everyone who was able to come. In case you weren't able to make it, we'll let you in on what you missed. We had our talented friends, Divisi Strings, on the front patio rockin' modern tunes in the most sophisticated style. They always do a great job! With the help of Rob from Events in Bloom, we had pink rose bouquets scattered across our chic couch setup out front. In the back, LG Entertainment had the dance floor poppin' with DJ Lewis Grell. We had tons of compliments on the food provided by Campells Catering. And who could forget the desserts? Desserts galore from Michael's Cookie Jar, Angie's Cakes, My Little Cupcake Factory and Carrie Made the Cake, plus many more! But of course the hit of the night was the fotorazzi photo booth provided by Casa de Camera. The night wouldn't have been possible without the help from all of our vendors and friends in the industry. It was definitely a night to remember and a get way to kick off our business in our new home. Of course words don't do it justice so I'll leave you with a few photos from the night! xox

Front Patio

Front Room Chandelier

Carrie Made the Cake

Inside decor

Outside Patio

New home, New beginnings

It's been awhile since our last post, but big things have been happening at TwoBeWed. For starters, we've moved! We are now at 2611 Greenbriar St. #1 and couldn't be happier. The location is great and our roommates have already become like a second family. We share our little house in the city with the wonderful ladies of Casa de Camera, Love Lee Photography and Studio B Images. Our setup is perfect because we are all women of the industry dedicated to making wedding dreams come true.

The new studio design is almost complete and we would love for you all to check it out at our open house party on May 26th. Divisi Strings and Collide will be performing from 6-9 pm, as well as DJ Lewis Grell spinning late night if the party is worthy. Cocktails, hor d'ourves and desserts galore will be served. Please drop by and meet the Greenbriar Girls at the Little House in the City!

IT'S THE MOST WONDERFUL TIME OF THE YEAR

Or is it? Prominent relationship experts say that it depends on your relationships...or lack of them...with family or extended family. When I was a child I remember listening to holiday music and hearing "It's the most wonderful time of the year", made famous by Andy Williams. As an adult, I am aware that it may have felt that way to Andy Williams, or the writer of the song, but for a lot of people, the holiday season can be a difficult time. It is difficult for a number of reasons,and most usually because someone is going to have to spend time with, or perhaps, without family.


Why do we find family or spending time with family so difficult? There are a multitude of reasons and they include anxiety, frustration, fears, joy, hopefulness and thankfully, happiness. Whether you spend your holidays with our without family, or as many of you are doing... spending it with your new family, I would like to share some thoughts with you as you prepare for your holiday season.

• Focus on the positive. Finding fault is easy. We all have faults and if someone looks hard enough, they can find them. Learn to compliment the other on what you like about them and you will find that they will concentrate on not doing those things that you have previously criticized them for.

• Establish and develop healthy boundaries. You can't control other people. You also cannot allow them to control you. Just say "no" to unhealthy behavior. Work on your own behavior and maintaining your own boundaries - not in trying to "save" or "correct" someone else. If you are getting to know your fiance's family, try to remember you are in the beginning stages of developing a new lifelong relationship. Starting your new family relations on as solid ground as possible can create a lifetime of peace!
  

Written exclusively for TwoBeWed by
Yvette Valdenegro
Life Coach, CTACC

www.YvetteValdenegro.com

Yvette@YvetteValdenegro.com

Party at The Patio!!

The Patio On Mercer loves to throw a good party and you don't want to miss it! Cocktails galore, sweets, treats, and yummy food by The Patio's in-house catering company, Campbell's Catering.

This is not your ordinary Open House. Don't be surprised if the brides next to you break out their dance moves when Divisi Strings and LG Entertainment bust out old school tunes.

You will get a chance to meet and greet with Houston's most talented sugar gurus including Angie's Cake, Edible Designs by Jessie, Chocolate Fountain Express, and Michael's Cookie Jar.

Invite your friends and family and consider it a date with your fiance'. Come and find out what the buzz around town is all about!

When: September 27, 2009 from 2-5 pm

Where: 3419 Mercer Street

What to Wear: Patio-chic attire

http://www.patioonmercer.com/