Top picks for your Wedding day Music

If you know anything about me, you would know what a huge music person I am. I wake up to music and go to bed to music. When it comes to weddings, I think that the music you play can make or break your event. Here is a list of some of my favorite song choices. As you can see- it is pretty eclectic.

Ceremony
Ave Maria- Beyonce
The Prayer- Andrea Bocelli and Celine Dion
Watermark- Enya
The Wedding Song- Kenny G

First Dance
Unchained Melody- Sarah Mclachlan
I love you- Sarah Mclachlan
By your side- Sade
Suitcase- Joe Purdy
Baby can I hold you- Tracy Chapman
What a wonderful world- Louie Armstrong
Nothing Compares- Sinead O'Connor
The Dance- Garth Brooks
Secret Garden- Bruce Springstein
Feels like home- Chantel Jreviazuk
Fix you- Coldplay
Faithfully- Journey
I wanna love you forever- Jessica Simpson
Love song- 311
This years love- David Gray
I'll be (acoustic version)- Edwin McCain

Reception
Pour some sugar on me- Def Leopard
You shook me all night long- ACDC
Brick House- Commodores
Sexyback- Justin Timberlake
Yeah- Usher
Beautiful Day- U2
Don’t stop believing- Journey
I don’t want to loose your love tonight- Outfield
Brown Eyed Girl- Van Morrison
Alone- Heart
One in a million- Alyiah
Sugar- Trick Daddy
The way you move- Outkast
Scarred- Uncle Luke (edited version)
Word Up- Cameo
The way I are- Timberland
Night Moves- Bob Seger
Friends in low places- Garth Brooks
Feel like Making Love- Bad company
Cyclone- T Pain
Baby got back- Sir mix a lot
Time of your life- Greenday

Oh wow- I could go on for days.....

Wedding Gown Sale

TJ's Bridal and Formalwear of Lakeland, FL is having a HUGE sale right now. All of their bridal gowns have been marked with a 40% off discount. TJ's carries great brands such as Mori Lee, Alfred Angelo, Maggie Sottero, House of Wu and Symphony Bridal. Stop by the store and check out their selection- 6635 South Florida Avenue Lakeland, FL.

Our Featured Article in Brides Magazine

As I mentioned before, Olivier Events was featured in the latest edition of Brides Magazine of Florida. What an honor! The editors called on us to give readers an "insider's scoop" on the best locations for bridal showers, bachelorette parties, and rehearsal dinners. Read the full article below!

You probably won't be too involved in planning your bridal shower, bachelorette party, or rehearsal dinner, but offering a few location ideas will give your relatives and friends a leg up. Here, two wedding planners- Ashly Olivier, of Olivier Events (olivierevents.com) and Kelly McWilliams, of Weddings by Socialites (weddingsbysocialites.com)-share some of their favorite party spots.

Bridal Shower
White Orchid at Oasis, Ft. Myers "This brand-new riverfront venue has an amazing catering company at the helm, so you're guaranteed a wonderful meal" - Kelly Sandpearl Resort, Clearwater Beach "There are a variety of indoor and outdoor event spaces at the Sandpearl, so the resort can accommodate showers of all sizes. Plus, you can make a day out of it- there's a spa, a lagoon style pool, and private cabanas, and you're just steps from the gorgeous beach" -Ashly The Birdcage at the ThistleLodge at Casa Ybel Resort, Sanibel Island "This is one of my favorite venues for beach weddings. The private room in the restaurant is beyond gorgeous, and perfect for bridal showers. The space is bright and airy, and you'll have the place to yourselves, as well as an amazing view of the Gulf of Mexico." -Kelly The Terrace Hotel, Lakeland "This historic hotel is a charming venue for a bridal shower. The Lake Mirror Room is a good choice- the space can accommodate up to thirty-five guests and has sweeping views of the lake. It's casual yet elegant." -Ashly

Bachelorette Party
Bacchus, Fort Myers This restaurant is known for amazing food and an extensive wine list. Dine outdoors on the patio or indoors in the swanky, dimly-lit dining space." -Kelly Tampa Improv Comedy Theatre & Restaurant, Tampa "I love the idea of having dinner, drinks and a hilarious comedy show all under one roof. Plus if you're looking to keep the party going, the comedy club is located on the Centro Ybor Strip, which is where most of Tampa's hottest nightclubs and lounges are located." -Ashly Universal Citywalk, Orlando "This is the perfect location for a bachelorette party because of the endless entertainment options- everything from live music to Blue Man Group. There are also dozens of restaurants, bars and clubs, so you can hop from one spot to the next." -Ashly Pearl Lounge, Cape Coral "This spot is a restaurant and a nightclub all in one. It's in Cape Coral, which is a little off the beaten path, but it's the only nightclub where you can also get fantastic food- the sushi is awesome. Spring for a limo-you'll arrive in style and be treated like VIPs." -Kelly

Rehearsal Dinner
Avila Golf & Country Club, Tampa "This venue has the kind of warm, intimate vibe that's imperative for a rehearsal dinner. The grounds have an Old World elegance, and the restaurant serves amazing food. Hosting your rehearsal dinner there is a wonderful way to kick off your wedding festivities." -Ashly The Turtle Club at Vanderbilt Beach Resort, Naples "It's my pick for 'best sunset rehearsal dinners and beachfront events'- there are actually tables right on the sand. It's located between the beaches at The Ritz-Carlton Naples and LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort- so for guests who are staying there, it's close. The food is also amazing." -Kelly Grand Bohemian Hotel, Orlando "This downtown hotel has private spaces for rehearsal dinners of all sizes. Larger parties can be held in one of the ballrooms while smaller events can take place in the Bohemian Garden, located on the roof- the views of the skyline are incredible. The hotel's extensive collection of modern art is a great conversation starter." -Ashly Dolce Vita Restaurant, Sanibel Island "This is the best rehearsal-dinner venue for weddings taking place on or near Sanibel or Captiva. In my opinion, it serves the best Italian food outside of Italy. Plus, there's live music, a huge dance floor, impeccable service- what's not to love?" -Kelly

Why BUY when you can BORROW?

A new trend in the wedding industry is renting your wedding jewelry. It allows you to wear the best jewelry on the market without the hefty price tags. Last year I had the pleasure of meeting the girls from Adorn Brides at Engage 08! Adorn Brides is an online resource that lets you borrow beautiful baubles for your big day. Best of all, the jewelry is insured while in your possession and the insurance is included in the rental price! Check out their website to view the amazing pieces that they have to offer!

Not your typical Table Number

Give your guest's tables that little extra "umphh" by presenting the table numbers in a unique way. Take a photo of you and your fiance holding a large white object and simply Photoshop the table numbers right on there. This will save you lots of time considering the hours needed to create the signs then photograph them individually. If you have chosen tall centerpieces for your reception, a great way to incorporate your table numbers is to hang them from one of the flower stems or branches. Of course, these table numbers would have to be made from a light weight material such as paper or card stock. One easy option is to print your table numbers and place them in a beautiful frame that matches the overall design of your guest's tables. Whatever option you choose, make sure to put some thought into it. It's the little wedding details like these that go such a long way!

Details Details Details!

There are so many wonderful details out there that will perfectly personalize your wedding. Here are a few useful websites for you to explore.

Wonderful Grafiti Wedding

Wonderful Graffiti (http://www.wonderfulgraffitiwedding.com/) is very thin pieces of matte vinyl that look "printed" when applied to most smooth surfaces.Your entire wedding Graffiti design arrives on one sheet of transfer paper. Just tape the transfer paper into place, burnish it down and peel it away. Only the individual letters and graphic elements remain. Wonderful Graffiti removes quickly, and won't harm underlying surfaces. Perfect for dance floors, car windows, church doors, wall focal points, and many more.

For your Party

For your party (http://www.foryourparty.com/) is not your typical party supply store. Take the creative approach and design your own personalized napkins, matches, coasters, bags, stir sticks, table numbers, gift tags and more. You get to preview the look of each item as you proceed through the online personalization process. Design and love your own party accessories!

Scent Events

Scent Events (http://www.scentevents.com/) allows you to create the most powerful mood stimulator for your wedding: scent. With the Scent Events system you can provide a scent that enhances your wedding's theme, such as the scent of a specific flower, or create a custom lineup that changes throughout the night. The subtle discrete aromas that are offered include chocolate chip cookie, wedding cake, champagne, peppermint, pumpkin spice, mango, coconut, field of fresh flowers, ocean air, and much more.