Country Casual Engagement Party

Happy Thursday! Today we're bringing you this charming, country casual engagement party for our clients, Meredith and Eric.

The couple met last year on Memorial weekend so it was only fitting that their engagment party was held the same weekend, as will their wedding next Memorial weekend 2013 in Napa Valley.

The party was centered around their love timeline: celebrating their past, present and future. We were inspired by a country staple, the mason jar, and incorporated it in the invitations, centerpieces, favors and guestbook. (Check out the oversized mason jar guestbook below!) The decor was casual and simple, but just enough to set it apart from your typical Memorial Day BBQ.

We hope you enjoy it as much as we did!



Invitations by NewBorrowedandBlue on Etsy

Chalkboard Love Timeline by Recollection Vintage Rentals

Floral Centerpieces by Recollection Vintage Rentals





Linens by Aztec Events, Ticking Stripe Runners and Floral by Recollection Vintage Rentals

Mason Jar Time Capsule
Oversized mason jar to keep their well wishes until the couple reopens one year from the date.



Mason Jar Cards by BlueEnvelope on Etsy
Personalized mason jars for guests to fill out and seal away in the time capsule for one year until the couple weds!

Only in Texas!

Where it all began - Memorial Day 2011



Save the Date - Napa, Memorial Weekend 2013!

Signature Mojitos in honor of the first cocktail Meredith and Eric shared exactly one year ago when they met.

Umbrella Tables from Aztec Rentals
We love this look and it's a must for Houston heat!

Invitations: NewBorrowedandBlue

Mason Jar Cards: Blue Envelope

Chalkboard Art, Vintage Decor and Floral: Recollection Vintage Rentals

Linens, Table and Chairs: Aztec Events and Rentals

Catering: Jim Benton of Houston

Mason Jar Tiny Pie Favors: Tiny Pies

Style and Design, Event Coordination: Two Be Wed



How did you spend your Memorial Weekend? We want to know!







Trending Now 2012

Hello brides, bloggers and fans! We're back and ready to share our wealth of knowledge on wedding trends, bridal fashion and planning tips.

I'm sure many of you are wondering where we've been and why the cold shoulder with our blog? We haven't forgotten about you, we've been bettering ourselves for you! In the past months, we've been in the process of a major face lift for our company, website and blog. While our website is still under the knife, our blog will remain accessible and your source for current and trending topics on all things wedding.

Speaking of trending...our very own Danyett Baxter and Yvette Valdenegro recently collaborated with the lovely ladies of Mia Bridal Couture and hosted an open house showcasing the trending bridal styles in fashion, beauty and wedding design. We met many beautiful brides-to-be, saw the hottest bridal trends and networked with the finest wedding professionals in Houston! It was a smashing hit and we couldn't have done it without the help of our participating vendors. A big thank you to Terilyn and Koby Brown from Archetype Photography, Sarah Tucker Makeup Artistry, Mario Tort from Estilo Salon & Spa, Organic Tan, Acute Catering, Something Special in Flowers, Aztec Events and Rentals and especially Mia Bridal Couture for hosting the event at your beautiful boutique!

 Enjoy some of the highlights of our Trending Now Event!

For more photos and highlights from this event, visit our Facebook page and make sure to "Like Us"!

Have a Merry Two Be Wed Christmas

'Tis the season for holiday parties and we have just the party for you! A very merry Two Be Wed Christmas party! Last week we hosted our first annual Two Be Wed Christmas party as a chance to celebrate the holiday season and spread Christmas cheer with our favorite clients, vendors, family and friends! What a delightful evening it was! The ladies of Two Be Wed served their favorite desserts paired with a hot cocoa bar and some naughty Sangria. And it's not a party without cheesy Christmas games and ornament decorating! We sent our guests home with their own handmade ornaments signed by yours truly! With a little help from our friends from Recollection Vintage Rentals, the studio was transformed into a cozy, intimate gathering for our guests with their collection of vintage Christmas decor. Our favorite is the pink glittered reindeer! We hope our guests had as much fun as we did and if you couldn't make it, there's always next year!

Our ornament station!



Pink, blue and everything glitter!



Oh, Christmas tree!

Beautiful mantle decorated by Recollection Vintage Rentals





Rudolph the pink glittered reindeer!

Handmade Desserts from the ladies of Two Be Wed...yum!



Danyett with a few of our clients



Merry Christmas from Two Be Wed!

Carson & Major the Pug





Joanna and the hot cocoa bar

More of our lovely clients!

Danyett and our friends from Events in Bloom



Two Be Wed and friends!

The dynamic duo -Natalie & Aspen!

 Happy holidays from our Two Be Wed family to yours!!

The TBW Experience: Sadia Cooper

One of the best parts about our job is not only do we get to make wedding dreams come true, but we get the opportunity to meet so many wonderful women in the process! Our former client, Sadia Cooper, had a beautiful and modern Indian Fusion wedding that took months to perfect but in the end, we had a happy client and a new friend! See what she had to say about her Two Be Wed experience!

"Words cannot even begin to describe how AMAZING Natalie and Ashley with Two Be Wed were during my entire wedding process. My goal was to have a glamorous South Asian fusion wedding with all the important pieces of an American wedding as well as a Bengali wedding all rolled into one unforgettable night – they definitely helped me achieve that! During the planning stages, Natalie and Ashley were there to keep me going towards my vision and always had the best advice anytime I needed it. They were prompt to respond to me, helped me deal with any vendor issues I had, and very professional. On the actual wedding day, I do not know what we would have done without Natalie and Ashley. Everything fell into place so perfectly and it was because of them! They kept the flow of the night going and improvised perfectly when needed. My family was so impressed and we will be using them for the remaining weddings we have in our family. I believe having a wedding planner / coordinator is the best decision any bride can make and I would highly recommend Two Be Wed – you will be so grateful you did!! My wedding event was everything I had ever imagined plus more and I really owe a lot of it to Natalie and Ashley – thank you so much ladies!!"

View Sadia's wedding slideshow here. Photography by Morgan Lynn Photography.

Thank you Sadia & Keith for letting us be apart of your special day and getting to know you both! We wish you many years of happiness!


You too can have a Two Be Wed experience and save money!! iDo Daily Deal is featuring our day-of coordinator service for 50% off!! To take advantage of this deal, visit iDo Daily Deal. We hope to make your wedding dreams come true! Read more about iDo Daily Deal here.

How to "Cool Down" Summer Weddings

Fall is around the corner, but the Texas heat doesn't seem to be going anywhere anytime soon. If you booked a late August/September wedding hoping to avoid the heat -no worries!! We have the tips to help you beat the heat and keep your guests cool, not clammy.

 

Via The Knot

Monogrammed Water Bottles are a multifunctional favor that works for every need. It can keep your guests hydrated, allow you to incorporate your stationary and can be personalized with your intials & date. We suggest storing bottles in tin bins, to keep them cool and add a rustic flair, and place somewhere accessible to guests as they arrive. Water bottles are affordable and can be a great DIY project for your bridal party!!

Via the Bridal Blog

Fan Programs are another multifunctional tool that can serve as your wedding program, as well as cool your guests as they await your grand entrance. Most wedding programs end up on the floor, but the fan feature gives guests another reason to hang on to the program. The pictured fan program added another entertainment feature: word games on the back to keep guests (especially children) entertained before the ceremony. We suggest placing the programs on guests seats beforehand or assigning a house party to hand out to guests as they arrive. Another great DIY project!

 



Via Project Wedding



Umbrellas/Parasols are fun and functional! Shade your guests from the unforgiving sun and make a statement with your wedding colors & style. If you want to go bold, have your bridesmaids walk down with parasols rather than floral bouquets. They can also be reused after the ceremony for photos and additional decor. You can mix colors & patterns, but make sure to keep it cohesive!

We suggest placing umbrellas/parasols in a basket and

 popping some nearby so guests get the idea as they are seated.

 



Via Jacqueline Chapelle Tents & Decor



Canopies are big, bold and beautiful for outdoor summer weddings! Canopies shade and protect guests from the sun, and give an outdoor reception a grand venue feel. Perfect for private estate weddings. We recommend Jacqueline Chapelle Tents & Decor for Houston Wedding Tents. 

 

Via Viva L'Event

Gelato Bar makes a great summer dessert! Cool, sweet and tasty! You can serve as a pre-reception treat during a cocktail hour or as dessert with the wedding cake!

 



Don't let the heat ruin your big day, where there's a will -there's a way!!

Enjoy!

Extra, Extra, Read all about us!

We love being given the opportunity to be featured on the various wedding & event blogs that exist today!! It allows us to reach more brides and to share our knowledge of the wedding industry for those who need it most! See what others are saying about us.

"I walk into the ultra chic Two Be Wed boutique to sit and chat with owner, the lovely Natalie Dawley who is also a partner in Recollection Vintage Rentals. I immediately feel at home in this cozy space and feel although something is missing without colorful macaroons or petit fors in hand. We begin discussing decor and get on to the subject of weddings. We talk everything from wedding trends to budget friendly tips for brides to be."
 -Expert from Haili Pue's blog, Flavor of the week. Read more of this interview here.

{Photo Credit: Haili Pue}

"At Two Be Wed, we respect and honor the institution of marriage. This once-in-a-lifetime event should be tailored to reflect the distinctive personality, style, and taste of the bride and groom. We believe successful wedding planning requires a significant amount of time, energy, and organizational ability-we take that role very seriously."
-Expert from Tamara Menges' blog. Read more of this interview here.


We intend to keep the good praises coming! Look for more press & review from former clients to come! Also, we have our own vendor features in the works featuring some of our favorite, up & coming vendors in the industry!!



Open House Event: The Gardens of Bammel Lane

Houston Brides, Mark your Calendars!!

The Gardens of Bammel Lane will be hosting an open house event next month featuring some of our favorite vendors Acute Catering, Michael's Cookie Jar, Couture Confections, Recollection Vintage Rentals & Divisi Strings

Come and join us as we support our fellow vendors & see one of Houston's finest venue in full swing!!