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Seeing in Black & White – Johnson-Sawyer Oklahoma Wedding

This Oklahoma bride dreamed of her wedding in black and white. Oklahoma wedding planner, Jane J. Kelly, made sure everything from the cake to the aisle runner fit this classic theme. Even the guests were asked to wear black and white attire! The bride’s Monique Lhuillier diamond white gown from J.J. Kelly was wrapped in a gorgeous jet-black, four-inch ribbon with a bow and jeweled broach. The three-tiered wedding cake had a similar ribbon and broach. Talk about tying together the elements! The bride’s bouquet, arranged by New Leaf florist, was surrounded by black feathers. We love the use of the feathers in her bouquet and on her shoes!

The beautiful black and white decorations were provided by Bill Veazey’s Party Store. Guests enjoyed the fall evening while dancing to the tunes of The Groove Merchants booked through Box Talent Agency and eating a delicious dinner from Deep Fork Catering. Lynn Timmons Photographers photographed this spectacular wedding.

For more on this wedding, check out page A70 in the January 2008 issue of The Brides of Oklahoma.

Thursday, May 15, 2008 (No comments)
Amsale Bridesmaid Trunk Show at Miss Jackson’s in Tulsa

Make sure to check out the new bridesmaid collection by Amsale this week at Miss Jackson’s in Utica Square in Tulsa, Oklahoma! Beginning this Thursday, May 15 through Saturday, May 17, Miss Jackson’s will be hosting an exclusive trunk show for Oklahoma brides featuring this designer line. While walk-ins are certainly welcome, you can also make an appointment to attend the trunk show. Sneak peaks of some of our favorite looks are below, and you’ll just love all of the color choices Amsale has to offer. Bring your bridesmaids and enjoy finding designs, styles and colors that work for your wedding! While you’re at Miss Jackson’s, we suggest you also scope out their wedding registry section and pick a few items (or a whole assortment) to add excitement to your wedding registry! And, don’t overlook their fine invitation options through Crane Papers. For questions or to find out more information, just give Miss Jackson’s a call and ask for Erin Harveth, Social Occasion and Bridal.

Tuesday, May 13, 2008 (No comments)
A White House Wedding

A truly presidential occasion, this past Saturday, May 10, 2008, Jenna Bush, daughter of President George W. Bush and first lady Laura Bush, wed Henry Hager. Surprisingly, this White House wedding was kept a secret from the press, as those directly involved with the planning used aliases to coordinate all of the details. The sunset ceremony took place among some 200 guests overlooking a lake on the ranch owned by the family in Crawford, Texas. Jenna wore an Oscar de la Renta white gown with her hair softly pulled back with white flowers. She shared her first dance with her father to the Joe Cocker ballad, You Are So Beautiful, before the tunes of the Tyrone Smith Revue, a 10-piece party band from Nashville, began to entertain guests. The 14 bridesmaids wore blue chiffon dresses designed by Lela Rose. The town sold out of Jenna and Henry’s wedding souvenir – a coffee cup with a photo of the couple like those shown above. The President shared his sentiments with the press stating, “The wedding was spectacular, all we could have hoped for.” For a short video on the wedding, click here.

Monday, May 12, 2008 (No comments)
Making It Personal- Ward/Jobe Oklahoma Wedding

This Oklahoma bride turned “something old” into something beautiful! Her gorgeous custom veil crafted by Meg Guess Couture was accented with a lace edge from her mother’s wedding dress. We love how this bride tied in the past with the present. Whether you accent your cake with your grandmother’s broach or toast with the champagne glasses from your parents’ wedding, adding something from the past can really personalize your wedding day. Incorporating these family treasures served as inspiration for this bride’s vintage-inspired garden party wedding!

The colorful bouquets of peonies, mums, ranunculus and hydrangeas from The French Tulip held up against the bridesmaids’ floor-length, apple green, Vera Wang gowns with sweetheart neckline from J.J. Kelly Bridal in Oklahoma City, truly making this summer garden wedding pop. The amazing cake accented with a vintage broach was designed by Oklahoma cake artist, Amy Cullifer, with Amy Cakes.

Looking for something blue? We love how this bride shows off her playful personality with fuzzy blue shoes! You can find more details about this wedding on page A-50 in the January 2008 issue of The Brides of Oklahoma.

Kevin Paul Photography captured the beautiful images shown above.

Friday, May 9, 2008 (No comments)
Working Feverishly

The Brides of Oklahoma is out of commission today working feverishly on a new, fabulous office that will soon be open for all of you to see. So much work to be done there, but you can guarantee we’ll be chatting and brainstorming (while we’re all working, of course!) on the latest Oklahoma wedding tips, advice, inspiration and trends to send your way. For inspiration today, we suggest you check out The [B] Galleries, as it has been updated with lots of new vendors and galleries sure-to-inspire! And, perhaps if you haven’t already, it might be worth checking out The Brides of Oklahoma’s Facebook or Myspace page. We’d love for all of our blog fans to link up with us there. Ok, we’re not popping the top of the champagne until all the hard work is done…so, we better get going!!!

Thursday, May 8, 2008 (No comments)
The One-Stop Skirvin

Lying in the heart of downtown Oklahoma City, Oklahoma brides will find exquisite charm and sophisticate style among the walls of the The Skirvin Hilton Hotel. The newly renovated location’s charm and chic design will take your breath away. The Brides of Oklahoma recently visited and spent a morning at this trendy setting. It would be the perfect and ideal venue for your stylish Oklahoma rehearsal dinner, wedding reception, romantic honeymoon get-away, perfect bridesmaid luncheon spot or slumber party location. To make it convenient for your guests, after the party is over, they can tuck away in their elegant rooms for the evening. This hotel will not soon be forgotten for you and your guests for years to come. So stay in style, Skirvin style!

Wednesday, May 7, 2008 (No comments)
Why Register Locally?

Huge retail store outlets have certainly targeted brides with information on their wedding registries. And, of course, the aisles of these outlets are filled with tons of household items produced in the masses. But, to really make your house a home, we suggest picking one or two local Oklahoma wedding registry spots – like Tulips Home or Occasions (Norman), Miss Jackson’s (Tulsa) or Jamie's, B.C. Clark, On A Whim or Bebe’s (Oklahoma City) – to register for some fabulous finds. Besides the one-on-one personal service that you’ll experience, rest assured you’ll find unique items to add excitement to your wedding registry. And, years from now, when these items turn into your favorite – never to be given to goodwill – treasures, you’ll be thankful! Below are some of our favorite items for the bed, bath, kitchen, dining and everything in between!

Tuesday, May 6, 2008 (No comments)
Beautiful, delectable and unforgettable wedding cake in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma

Well, we got to have our cake and eat it too! This is really one heck of a job! We’ve heard from several brides that Wanda’s Cake Gallery in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma is spectacular, so we wanted to check it out and give you the scoop! The Brides of Oklahoma stopped in the store last week and got to finally meet Wanda and Brian, the masterminds behind the oh-so-delicious wedding cakes you’ll just have to see and try for yourself to understand our raves. Brian is a true artist and can hand paint anything! His artistry is amazing. And, you’ll be fascinated by their signature chocolate shavings that are sculpted beautifully. The vanilla and Italian crème cake combination we delved into was truly delectable! Thanks Wanda and Brian for treating us and your brides so well!

Monday, May 5, 2008 (No comments)
[B] Inspired.

Looking for inspiration? It can literally come from anywhere! Just start pairing your favorite looks with colors you love! We’ve paired this flirty and feminine Jim Hjelm - Occasions bridesmaid dress from J.J. Kelly with soft pinks and apple greens. Pale pink peonies complement champagne perfectly! The shoes are a must-have from Johnathan Kayne Designs. You can order them straight from his Web site! And, we fell in love with this ring from B.C. Clark Jewelers with pretty pink accents that add glam. Enjoy!

Wednesday, April 30, 2008 (No comments)
One Lucky Venue

The Brides of Oklahoma recently spent a night out at Remington Park enjoying the races from one of their private banquet rooms! The Eclipse room is a spectacular place for wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners or even a fun-filled bachelor or bachelorette party! The inside of Eclipse has plenty of open space in addition to some tiered areas that will give all your guests an excellent view. It also offers a private bar and outdoor private balcony area. You can enjoy live horse races from March through November of each year! Several brides we’ve talked to have even incorporated a casino theme into their wedding by giving a few chips to their guests to use on the blackjack tables that can be rented through Box Talent Agency. One of our brides even gave lottery tickets as favors! Add some excitement and fun to your next event – check out Remington Park!

Tuesday, April 29, 2008 (No comments)
A Fall Wedding Full of Color

The Webb/Woolsey wedding was featured on page A54 in the January, 2008 issue of The Brides of Oklahoma magazine. With a base palette of brown and ivory, the bride added an incredible vibrant feel by using colorful florals. Oklahoma florist, Flowers by Pat, used bright, gerbera daises, roses in tones of burgundy and orange and royal purple stock to complement the bridesmaids’ nutmeg Vera Wang gowns with dramatic plunging neckline – all of J.J. Kelly Bridal. The bride chose a dazzling Jim Hjelm Couture gown in diamond white silk. We absolutely loved her stylish pleated train! The classic wedding reception was held atop the highest building in downtown Oklahoma City at the Petroleum Club. Guests danced the night away to the sounds of Moonlight Serenade booked through Box Talent Agency and the bride even arranged for an old-fashioned photo booth for guests to enjoy! For your photo booth needs, we suggest Tulsa Photo Booth (they will travel!) – just ask for Jesse! The wedding was captured by Oklahoma photographer, Visuality Photography, and Oklahoma videographer, III Oaks Video Production.

Monday, April 28, 2008 (No comments)
True Mansion Style

The Brides of Oklahoma stopped by Dresser Mansion in Tulsa, Oklahoma yesterday, and we just couldn’t wait to share our thoughts on this incredible venue with all of our brides-to-be. As spring and summer nears, it’s the perfect place to consider for an outdoor ceremony in the beautiful garden, but the inside of the Mansion is equally amazing! Utilizing both the indoor and outdoor space, Dresser Mansion can hold up to 200 guests. The Italian Renaissance style of the mansion lends itself to an air of opulence and romance. And, the bride who books her day with Dresser Mansion gets the entire Mansion to herself, with all of its modern luxuries, including a beautiful bridal suite with a balcony that overlooks the garden. If you’ve already chosen your venue, Dresser Mansion is definitely one to keep on your list when picking the perfect spot to shoot your bridal portrait! For more about this Oklahoma wedding or reception venue, click here.

Friday, April 25, 2008 (No comments)
Classic Dresses with a Modern Point-of-View

And that’s Amsale, ladies! In addition to her fabulous bridal line, she recently launched a line of couture evening gowns that we fell in love with and wanted to share a few of our favorites. While similar Amsale styles may be seen on the red carpet worn by her celebrity following, the versatility of this eveningwear line offers today’s modern bridesmaids a refreshing alternative to the overdone traditional bridesmaid apparel. These luxurious fabrics combined with modest beading, laces, silk flowers and tailored bows create a strong, yet feminine look. Find these classic designs and Amsale’s couture wedding gown collection exclusively at Miss Jackson’s in Utica Square in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Wednesday, April 23, 2008 (No comments)
A Regal Affair – Fischer/Speakes Oklahoma Wedding

In the latest issue of The Brides of Oklahoma’s Bridal Buzz eNewsletter, we told you about an Oklahoma wedding planner, Robyn Martin of The Wedding Belle, who was recently named a finalist for the “Best Wedding of 2007” award sponsored by Special Events magazine. And, it was entirely unfair to tell you about this award without also telling you about the fabulous team behind the wedding and all of the wedding details! So, for those of you dying to know more about this regal affair, read on…

The Fischer/Speakes wedding featured in the January, 2008 issue of The Brides of Oklahoma magazine (pages A10 and A11) was a wedding fit for royalty. The bride chose a palette of soft shades of pink, champagne and white. She wore a Monique Lhuillier gown and dressed her maids in formal candy-pink Italian satin gowns from the Watters collection, all available at J.J. Kelly Bridal. The grandiose five-tier cake was draped in handmade gum paste flowers, a splendid creation of Mishelle Handy Cakes. For her florals, the bride chose Oklahoma City florist, The French Tulip, who created beautiful bouquets of pink and champagne roses, pink and white peonies, hydrangea and accents of stephanotis with pearls. Soft candlelight and specialty accent lighting set a majestic mood at Gaillardia Country Club, as the bride and groom entered the reception through a military saber arch and danced to the tunes of a 12-piece band, Dave & The Wavetones, booked through Box Talent Agency. The groom is a Lieutenant in the Army and comes from a family with a rich history of military service. In noble fashion, the couple incorporated formal, military elements throughout, and even cut the cake with the groom’s grandfather’s military saber! The wedding was captured by Oklahoma photographer, Chris Humphrey, and is now posted online as well in The [B] Galleries. To check out the couple’s real wedding gallery online, click here.

Tuesday, April 22, 2008 (No comments)
From Paper to Perfect!

We just love these watercolor designs of D’Plazzo Couture Bridal, an atelier design studio that works one-on-one with brides to turn their wedding gown dreams into reality. These watercolor sketches, matted and framed in the bride’s wedding gown fabric, are the perfect keepsake.

Custom-made, haute couture collections from D’plazzo start at $1500. They also do custom couture for your whole bridal party as well! To learn more about D’Plazzo or to schedule your complimentary consultation with their in-house designer, click here.

Monday, April 21, 2008 (No comments)

Going Green!

Green weddings are the latest trend – both for the most environmentally-conscious brides and those wanting to just do a small part to incorporate something green. We recently ran into Sheli Reynolds, the owner of Organic Gourmet. Organic Gourmet uses only fresh, organic ingredients to prepare healthy and flavorful meals. We were excited to learn that while Organic Gourmet offers a wide variety of flexible to-go meal services, they also cater events! For more about Organic Gourmet, click here.

And, for other great green tips for your Oklahoma wedding, you might want to check out the Web site of Oklahoma wedding photographer, Candi Coffman. Candi’s Web site has a whole section dedicated to “green brides” with tons of tips and information on how to make your Oklahoma wedding green! We also read her blog and found the bridal portraits of a bride, Annie, who’s doing her part to follow some green trends by wearing her mother’s wedding gown. We can’t all be so lucky though – to fall in love with our mother’s wedding gown!!! To check out Candi’s work on The [B] Galleries, click here.

Friday, April 18, 2008 (No comments)

Branch Out Just a Bit

Branches are a big deal! Incorporating big branches or even actual trees has been a huge hit at Oklahoma wedding receptions. From the sophisticated affair to the true green Oklahoma wedding, a bit of bark can really add texture and appeal. We snagged a few of our favorite snap shots from The [B] Galleries of designs of Oklahoma wedding florists. Centerpieces like the ones above with giant curly willow branches surrounded by the softest of petals or even a more simplistic look of just birch branches by themselves have really been a rage, so we just wanted to share!

Click on your favorite image above to view more designs of the talented designer behind the arrangement. Or, check out their designs in The [B] Galleries online now. Click here for more looks from Oklahoma City wedding florist, Rebecca Thai of Little Surprises Design, or click here for the designs of Tulsa wedding florist, Anne-Marie Foy of The French Bouquet.

Thursday, April 17, 2008 (No comments)
A Unique-Rustic, Oklahoma Wedding Venue

The Brides of Oklahoma recently visited The Tatanka Ranch in Stroud, Oklahoma. A quaint, rustic get-a-way located just off of the Turner Turnpike practically halfway between Oklahoma City and Tulsa. Its 1,000 sprawling acres are a site to see. This venue offers something unique and different for the Oklahoma bride looking for charm and casual elegance. Weddings can be held outside on a beautiful patio or out on the deck extending into the waters on the property. A deal for sure, if booked by brides, The Tatanka Ranch closes its doors to all other outside visitors. Brides and their guests have the entire 1,000 acres to themselves! If not held outside, the wedding reception can be held in the gigantic, rustic barn on the premises – a great, blank slate for design and creativity to flourish.

The Tatanka Ranch also has about a dozen log cabins – the perfect retreat for your special guests or family who attend the wedding. Other wedding weekend activities that might interest you or your guests include intimate horseback rides, fun ATV’s, picnics and more. And, if you need extra lodging, we suggest you check out Territory Cellars, an Oklahoma winery, just down the road from The Tatanka Ranch – perhaps a great rehearsal dinner spot as well!

Wednesday, April 16, 2008 (No comments)
The Palace Event Center Bridal Show

The Palace Event Center is hosting its first bridal fair on Sunday, April 27, 2008 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. We’ll be there with magazines and information on our fabulous wedding vendors who can take care of every one of your wedding needs. Don’t miss out on this sure-to-be grand event.

The Palace Event Center is located just West of Yukon only 15 minutes from downtown Oklahoma City. The address is 2310 North Banner Road, El Reno, OK 73036.

Tuesday, April 15, 2008 (No comments)
Video Your Thoughts and Thanks

We recently ran into a groom whose tying the knot this weekend! He told us that he and his fiancé have decided to make a video sharing their thoughts and thanks with their wedding guests. The video will be played at the rehearsal dinner, as the bride and groom are surrounded by their closest friends and family. We just thought we’d share this idea, as it’s the perfect way to thank everyone who’s made your wedding day special without risk of being at a loss for words or too emotional to share your heartfelt thanks!

Friday, April 11, 2008 (No comments)
Lux Grand Opening

This past Saturday, The Brides of Oklahoma attended the grand opening of Meg Guess Couture Bridal Studio located in the new and revitalized Midtown of Oklahoma City at 1227 North Walker Avenue. Owned by local, vintage-inspired designer, Meg Guess, the store is quaint and beautiful with a most luxurious feel. In addition to her own custom couture collections, the studio boasts other timeless and classic designers for the bride such as Kenneth Pool, Peter Langner and Elizabeth Fillmore. And for the maids, Meg Guess offers her own designs as well as those of Lynn Lugo, Kathlin Argiro and Sarah Danielle. With utmost attention to cultivated design and detail, accessories and veils are not forgotten. We particularly fell in love with the unbelievable softness and elegance of Meg Guess Couture veils from the Sioi collection, crafted from pure silk tulle. We’ve truly never seen or felt anything like it! The studio is a must-see destination for brides and Meg is a must-meet designer whose charming and inviting personality coupled with her stunning designs are sure to inspire.

Find out more about Meg Guess at www.megguess.com

Tuesday, March 25, 2008 (No comments)
Just Released to Barnes & Noble

The Brides of Oklahoma magazine is now sold on newsstands at the following Barnes & Noble outlets:

Tulsa (71st & Memorial) | Oklahoma City (6100 North May) | Norman (540 Ed Noble Pkwy)
Also coming soon… Tulsa (41st & Yale) | Oklahoma City (13800 North May)

Tuesday, March 25, 2008 (No comments)
How Perfect Was Your Proposal?

The Brides of Oklahoma is proud to be a sponsor of the Naifeh Fine Jewelry Perfect Proposal Contest! Whether you are newly-engaged or already married, this contest offers something for you. Naifeh Fine Jewelry is searching for the Perfect Proposal – an unforgettable story whether the proposal went as planned or plans fell apart. Only one week left – until February 3, 2008 – to enter to win the phenomenal prize package worth over $5,000. Voting on whose memorable event is worthy of winning is open to the public beginning February 6, 2008. The contest details can be found online at www.naifehfinejewelry.com/contest_home.asp

Enter today!

Tuesday, March 25, 2008 (No comments)
Beautiful Brides & Designs in Western Oklahoma

The second annual Western Oklahoma bridal show was this past weekend – February 2 in Elk City, Oklahoma. The Brides of Oklahoma made the trek out to western Oklahoma to meet with brides and see their gleaming, joyful faces once they got their hands on the magazine. A guide to everything Oklahoma weddings, their excitement was multiplied when they saw other western Oklahoma brides featured in the magazine. To name a few, Lauren Smith (now Williamson) was married last March in Oklahoma City at Walnut Creek Chapel. Visuality photography creatively photographed the wedding, capturing many fabulous shots. Lauren wore a beautiful candlelight, custom-designed strapless gown with drop-waist accented by rhinestones – designed by Bridal Showroom in Oklahoma City. Devyn Ferrari (now Galmor) was also featured in the magazine and photographed by Visuality. Devyn wed on April 14 of last year and we found out she is now pregnant with twins!! Congratulations Devyn!

Jody Reed with J. Reed Designs & Rentals was also at the show and a few of her amazing designs are below. All of the florals seen below are from Uptown Marketplace in Weatherford, Oklahoma. Just ask for Montell!

For more information on how to announce your engagement or feature your wedding in The Brides of Oklahoma magazine, click on the “announce my engagement” or “announce my wedding” link on The Brides of Oklahoma’s home page. Now accepting weddings from October 15, 2007 – October 15, 2008 and engagement announcements from couples planning to wed in 2009. Cheers!

Tuesday, March 25, 2008 (No comments)
A Dress Affair

Looking for the perfect unforgettable gown? Find the exclusive Priscilla of Boston line at Dolly Levis Event Design Studio located in the heart of downtown Oklahoma City in the Montgomery Building at 500 West Main Street. Dolly Levis is also host of the exclusive Priscilla of Boston trunk show upcoming on February 21-23. The Priscilla of Boston collection offers brides a selection of fabulous, feminine gowns made from the finest fabrics with just the right touch of soft embellishment. Check out the collection on the runway or just view a few of our favorites below. Make your appointment today to attend this dress affair at Dolly Levis.

Register to attend the trunk show here.

Tuesday, March 25, 2008 (No comments)