Busy Bride 101

Engagement season 2022 is in full swing and you need to know just what to do to get started with planning your wedding. This short 3 minute episode is the jumping off point to your next steps. Additional episodes will follow to guide you through the details to select vendors, what questions to ask, and how much to spend. 

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Exquisite Events and Consulting

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Busy Bride 101:Wedding Planning Tips For The Bride On The Go!

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Nestled in the heart of downtown Asheville, North Carolina you will find one of the best wedding caterers around. Chef Kim Lloyd, owner and operator of Celine and Company knows how to serve up some of the tastiest cuisine for your wedding or special occasion. 

In this episode, Chef Kim lists the 5 must have appetizers to select for the cocktail hour and how she incorporates your culinary wishes in each delicious bite. If there is a family recipe that you would like to showcase during your event she wants to know more about it and will invite you into her kitchen to collaborate on the cooking process. There's nothing like being "hands-on" to ensure the flavors and presentation are how you envisioned for your guests.

From cooking offsite on a breathtaking mountain top to on premises at her 6,000 square feet historic building, Chef Kim with over 25 years of experience and her talented staff leads the helm in combining the right ingredients for a perfect match. 

LINKS and RESOURCES:

Website Celine and Company

Instagram Celine and Company Catering

Address: 49 Broadway Street, Asheville, NC 28801

Email: [email protected]

Website: Exquisite Events and Consulting 

Instagram: Exquisite Events and Consulting

Podcast: Busy Bride 101:Wedding Planning Tips For The Bride On the Go

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 704-578-1974

Corey Johnson of Corey Johnson Studios brings calm and encouragement during chaotic moments at your wedding as he photographs you and your loved ones. It takes a critical eye to know instinctively when and how to craft lifetime memories and he is an expert in pulling all of the aspects together flawlessly. 

One would never suspect that Corey is legally blind when viewing his images or seeing him in action. The camera lens sharpens his gaze while taking photographs and the end result is simply, AMAZING!  Listen as Corey explains how he uses his unique ability to produce timeless images. Plus, check out his tips for your wedding or special event.

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COREY JOHNSON CONTACT INFO:

Website: https://coreyjohnsonstudios.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coreyjohnsonstudios/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coreyjohnsonstudios

LISA G. MCMILLAN CONTACT INFO:

Website: Exquisite Events and Consulting

Instagram: Busy Bride 101: Wedding Planning Tips For The Bride On the Go

Phone: 704-578-1974

Email: [email protected]

Your skincare routine may very well be one of the most carefully thought out steps to a healthy and clean glow on your wedding day. Long gone are the days of purchasing products randomly or selecting  them without any forethought. So many of today's products are fragrance free, hypoallergenic, cruelty free, and paraben free and they should be considered high priority in your beauty bag. 

You deserve better and Brittany Gray of Fancy Face Inc with headquarters in Canada shares tips for every bride to consider leading up to the wedding day and beyond. Her company has just launched a new skincare line which includes "Poetry in Potion Serum " and "Daydream Rosewater Cream" to include in your daily regimen.

Every artist starts with a clean canvas, why not allow your skin to be the canvas of glowing beauty on your wedding day and everyday.  

Links:

Website Exquisite Events and Consulting

Instagram Busy Bride 101

Brittany Gray

Website Fancy Face Inc

Instagram Fancy Face Inc

Facebook Fancy Face Inc

Hair and Makeup Secrets To Looking Radiantly Beautiful On Your Wedding Day

When it’s time to select your makeup artist and hair stylist for your wedding, hire someone with impeccable experience and photos of their previous work. Search for your team soon during the wedding planning process as you will need to schedule a trial run with their services. The best is booked early and often, so don’t hesitate in seeking the best makeup and hair vendors in the area.

Wendy Morris, owner, and lead makeup artist of Blush Asheville has a team of professionals experienced in creating a natural and realistic look and not like someone else. Listen to some of the tips she provides to making you look amazing.

“Always Remember, Your Wedding Is For The Two Of You!”

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Guest Speaker: Wendy Morris

Website: Blush Asheville

Instagram: blushasheville

Host: Lisa G. McMillan

Website: Exquisite Events and Consulting

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Welcome to Busy Bride 101: Wedding Planning Tips For The Bride On The Go! 

If you’re vacillating about the type of dessert to serve your guests at your wedding, Mandy at 50/Fifty: The Art of the Dessert has a multitude of options to choose for your special occasion.  From specialty cakes and pies to elaborate dessert displays filled with cookies, truffles, or even an armadillo red velvet cake. You’re sure to find a delicious bite to satisfy your sweet craving.

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Always remember, Your wedding is for the two of you!

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50/Fifty: The Art of Dessert

Exquisite Events and Consulting

Busy Bride 101

Contact Lisa!

[email protected]

Phone: 704-578-1974

Mary Bell, owner and principal wedding planner at Mary Bell Events is an accomplished wedding professional. Her extended knowledge in producing and designing luxury weddings has led to her success as one of the most sought after destination wedding planners. Her service areas include but not limited to the Carolinas and Florida regardless if your event is set amongst a grand castle or perched near the waves along the coast, she's has you covered. 

Her clients are immediately welcomed by her confident demeanor and positive attitude. During the pandemic couples are searching for a professional who is able to pivot as guidelines associated with the pandemic are ever changing. Check out her advice in this episode.

Mary and her staff have a solid processes in place to make your wedding a dream come true. Listen and learn. You're sure to be impressed with her approach to planning weddings.

LINKS

Mary Bell Events

Exquisite Events and Consulting

Busy Bride 101

CONTACT LISA!

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 704-578-1974

Hans Daniels, owner and DJ of Nice Entertainment delivers a fun and insightful peek into the world of being a DJ. He and his talented staff of DJs and musicians provide a sophisticated and energetic dynamic to your wedding. If you have been searching for a wedding DJ who is dedicated to making your planning less stressful and your guests wanting for more, then, you've found your DJ. 

During the interview he covers:

1. How he got started in the business.
2. Reading your audience and creating a great musical vibe.
3. What questions to ask a prospective DJ.
4. Backyard wedding set ups.

LINKS:

Nice Entertainment

Exquisite Events and Consulting

Busy Bride 101

CONTACT LISA!

[email protected]

Phone: 704-578-1974

Find yourself confused about what drinks to offer your guests at your wedding reception? Look no further, Bryce Bjornson of Jack's 47 Mobile Bar fills you in with perfect beverage offerings. His experience is just what you are looking for in determining delicious drinks for your guests along with the benefit of eliminating long lines at the bar. He even discusses a quick way to calculate how much alcohol to purchase without overspending 

Bryce discusses his fleet of vintage trucks, carts, and bars outfitted to bring a touch of elegance to your event. No plastic coolers here! Just fabulous drinks on tap and a coffee bar to boot. 

LINKS:

Exquisite Events and Consulting

Jack's 47 Mobile Bar

Pistons and Prosecco

CONTACT INFO for LISA:

Email: [email protected]

Phone: (704) 578-1974

Welcome to Busy Bride 101: Wedding Planning Tips for the Bride On The Go! As a wedding planner I've seen the wedding the wedding industry explode with creative and breath taking ways to personalize your event, particularly fashionable clothing during the pandemic. 

As we are still dealing with exasperating times, we have to re-think how we plan weddings and I have an option for you to add to treasure chest of wedding attire. You definitely need a beautiful dress, amazing shoes, and last but not least a stunning bouquet. Yet, I have another item to add to your checklist. It's bridal swimwear! Couture to be exact. 

Whether you're planning on relaxing in your swanky cabana poolside with a refreshing libation or splashing in the waves in an undisclosed resort, take a listen as to how you can continue to feel like the belle of the ball beyond the wedding day.  

On today's episode I have invited the creators of Bliss On, a couture bridal swimwear line and the inspiring women behind the brand are here, Kat Platt and Jenny Pope. Welcome ladies! Let's jump in and tell everyone about Bliss On.

Links and Resources

Exquisite Events and Consulting

Busy Bride 101 YouTube Channel

Busy Bride 101 Instagram

Facebook Bliss On By Kat Platt

Bliss On Website

Contact Lisa G. McMillan

Email  [email protected]

Phone (704) 578-1974