Authentically Ambiance Real Wedding...Jen & Gary

It was love at first sip...not Jen and Gary...but my first meeting with them at #Starbucks. The bride; brassy, sassy, and a little sarcastic. The groom; gentle, lighthearted and easy going. I instantly knew I was in for a treat with these two. The two were brilliant in being open to suggestions on how to best make vision meet their budget. Gary wanted Jen to have whatever she wanted. Jen wanted inviting, a touch custom, and all within budget. We did so well with our budgeting, we almost hired Vera Wang and applied for a patent on a cake projector (our inside joke).

*FYI: Brides dream, do, and say some of the funniest things while wedding planning. I am never bored.*

We roped off the main aisle with a Forever After sign, truly setting the tone for their life together. Jen and Gary wanted to make wedding day so special for the other, I had to keep separate files and email traffic to handle their "surprise" wish lists.Selfless love right from the start! It may be some of the most fun our team has had.

We were busy hiding muscle cars and photographers, arranging special snacks, meals, and of course, cupcakes for one gluten free flower girl. We customized booklets to hold their vows, created a flowing backdrop for their outdoor nuptials and ended the night with scratch off lottery tickets for all...(insert sigh) my heart cant help but be full.

After an emotional first look, this couple decided on Forever and picked up a life long cheerleader as well. This couple stole my heart and luckily adopted me as their very own to keep forever. Looks like I'm party of the family now. Welcome To Forever After Jen and Gary...xoxoxoxo.

Team Work Makes The Dream Work! Here are the fabulous vendors that help us shine.

Coordinator: Ambiance Special Events
Ceremony Location: Fort Belvoir Officer's Club
Reception Location: Fort Belvoir Officer's Club
Catering: Fort Belvoir Officer's Club
Photography: Reese Studios Photography
Flowers: Royalty Flowers Inc
Cake: Sweet Ladies Bakery
DJ: DJ Mike Pisfil
Hair/Make-Up: Audrey LeFevre
Favors: DIY

#ido #bride #groom #ambianceadores #wedding #purpleweddings #blueweddings #militaryweddings

Make It Monday: Napkin Design Series Pt 4

Today, a more advanced napkin design to use in your table glasses. Better Homes and Gardens has a jazzy little video to complete our Making It Monday Napkin Folding Series. Again, let me plug how terribly awful this would be for you to try and tackle without a coordinator (cough, cough...call me) for something large like a wedding. This design adds interest, a smidge of height to your tablescape and the pop of color we mentioned all month.

Hope you enjoyed and learned a few great ways to enhance your table glam for not a lot of moola!

Don't be left out. Get caught up on the whole January series:

Napkin Designs Pt. 1

Napkin Designs Pt. 2

Napkin Designs Pt. 3

What was your favorite design featured? Which, do you think was most easy to execute? Share...and post your comment below.



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5 Gorgeous Gourds for Fall Decorating

It has been said that the key to economical decor is to use seasonal items. They can be the most cost effective and creative ways to decorate for events and holidays. The same rings true for fall gourds. Here are our favorite ideas to elevate gourds into something elegant and sophisticated for your home dinner or special event. #ambianceadores this gourd-geous inspiration!

Place Card Settings

*for smaller event, just sit on top of each dinner plate*

(photo cred: somethingvintagechinarental.blogspot.com)

Aisle Decorations (great touch for indoor weddings too)

*a great way to decorate your home porch or sidewalk as well*

(photo cred: wantthatwedding.co.uk.jpg)

Vases

*great for a home or more formal event*

Candles 

*another great choice for a home or more formal event*

(photo cred: foodnfemininity.blogspot.com)

Candlestick Centerpiece

*great look for a long table with candles*

(photo cred: pinterest)