You found Mr. Right and he proposed. Congrats! Now all you have to do is plan the wedding. If you have your heart set on a gorgeous backdrop of sparkling emerald waters, sugary-white sand and an amazing sunset, you have come to the right place. Northwest Florida’s Gulf Coast, from Pensacola to Panama City, is a bride’s dream full of the finest in gourmet caterers, florists, beauty specialists, wedding venues and, of course, beautiful beaches.

Here you’ll find loads of information and helpful tips for all your planning needs. Whether you are doing the research yourself or you’ve hired a wedding planner, www.marrymeatthebeach.com does a ton of the leg work for you by providing a free listing of the area’s wedding vendors all in one place. Happy Planning!  (Photography courtesy of GoodeGreen Photography)

 

 

Thursday
11Feb2010

These are a few of my favorite things!  

I have been in the mood for Spring lately.  Something different:  better weather, tanner skin, flip flops, and bikinis (ok, maybe I'm not quite ready for bikini season considering I'm writing this post eating an Oreo!).  While I'm waiting for these things, I'm occupying my mind-vacation time searching for new products or wardrobe updates eager for something new.  I've posted a few items I've found recently that I have purchased or want to purchase.  Thought I'd share: (from top left)

(1) this is a pendent I spotted on Etsy.com.  It's called Autumn Kiss and there's something I love about this vintage piece.  I think it reminds me of the way love should feel. (2)I found this next necklace at Antrhoplogie.  I am simply loving multi-strand necklaces with a hunk-of-chunk of something.  In this case a bright pink flower.  It just makes a girl feel pretty.  (3) I've been drooling over this citrus orange jacket.  Dude, it's from Target!  It's so cute on and comes in a kelly green color and also this sunshine-y yellow.  But, I am just drawn to the orange jacket.  I love the shops where fresh flowers are sold outside and you can grab a small bouquet on your way home from work.  I image myself wearing this jacket and stopping to pick up flowers and skipping home.  It just makes me feel happy!  (4) This is not so much about the color or cut of this bikini (although very cute), it's about the designer.  If you haven't heard, I'm shouting this from the top of the sand dunes (we don't have mountains here!)...Spanx now has swim wear.  A bikini that makes you look skinnier?  Well, pass me another Oreo!  Genius, this company!  (5) I am dying to try this.  For all you mascara lovers and in particular, DiorShow addicts, this is their new mascara, called DiorShow Extase Mascara.  I love the brush.  It's tiered and replicates the tiered couture dresses of the House of Dior.  Plus, mega volume and definition.  Sign me up, it's a no-brainer.  (6) I just got this last weekend from Pish Posh Patchoulis in Rosemary Beach, FL.  It's the best bath store EVER!  A tub of shea butter body cream and scented to your liking.  I am a girl of warmer scents so I customized my body cream to the scent of Madagascar vanilla and earth.  If you like sandalwood, you'll love earth.  It's a nice marriage of warm and sweet with an earthy smell.  (7)  oh, this one is good!  The All Nighter Hair Powder, it's like a dry shampoo only powder so it doesn't have that build-up feel.  For thin and/or fine hair, this is a great volumizer.  For everyone else, it's a substitute for the dirty hair days (you know, the days in between washes).  The best part, comes in a variety of shades for your hair color and it's a true match, so you don't have to play the pigment matching game.  It's a Rachel Zoe pick, and anything that she endorses, I'm on board.  I love her!  (8) Another pretty necklace!  I must be feelin' the accessories lately.  This one is a Sorrelli.  I once had a love for them, then disowned them when I saw everyone under the sun wearing their necklaces, and now love them again.  I'm such a traitor, I know, but they have earned their respect from me again.  This necklace is amazing; interesting, chunky, and full of hardware that I just love.  I'd wear this with a tank top and jeans or with a cute, summer dress.  I've missed you Sorrelli.  Welcome back. 

Have something spectacular to share?  Email us at info@marrymeatthebeach.com.  P.S. I'm looking for a fitted denim jacket to wear with spring dresses.  Lemme know if you see a great one out there!

Tuesday
02Feb2010

Six more weeks of Planning! 

I’ve created this silly, yet informative, post in honor of Groundhog’s Day.  I’m kinda this holiday fanatic:  any chance to embark on a tradition and get caught up in a moment, I’m all about.  Thanks Mr. Groundhog for all the inspiration today.  Here’s a few tips for your upcoming Spring wedding; not to worry, you have at least another six more weeks of planning! 

Phil-up on wedding memories- This day, of any day in your life, will fly by.  Remember to stop.  Breath.  Be in the moment. 

Lay out some “ground” rules- now, I’m not one to hammer out the rules to everyone, quite the contrary.  However, on the wedding day, the bridal party must remember to mind their p’s and q’s and maintain some sort of civil behavior and stay on task.  I’ve been involved in weddings where there was pure matrimonial mayhem and not relaxing for anyone.  Last year, I handed out itineraries to my friend’s wedding party.  All the groomsmen laughed at me but guess what stayed in the inside pocket of their tux jackets and kept them on time for every event?  Awe yeah, that’s right! 

Easy on the eyeshadow- From this self-proclaimed beauty advisor, I like to suggest to brides that now is not the day to rock a dark, smoky eye.  Wedding makeup is more about defining the eye so that your eyes “pop”.   Clean, well-defined eyes look timeless in photographs. 

Tip your top hat-  After all is said and done and you’re back from your honeymoon still smelling of suntan lotion, don’t forget to send out thank-you cards.  My friend and I sadly joke that written communication is a lost art (and no, we are not referring to text thank you’s)!  It’s in good taste to send cards to everyone who contributed to making your wedding a success (including the vendors) not just those who gave gifts. 

 

Happiest Planning and Happy Groundhog’s Day!

~The Wedding Girl

Monday
18Jan2010

A Legendary Wedding Giveaway

Legendary Wedding Giveaway

There's a wedding coming to Emerald Grande and you're invited!  Vie Magazine and Emerald Grande are giving away (let me repeat that:  they are GIVING AWAY) a wedding, valued at $30,000.  Register to win your dream wedding here http://www.viezine.com/givies/givie.php?2.  The winner will be announced on February 14, 2010 (could that be any cuter?!) at Commanders Palace in Destin, FL.  Good luck ladies!! 

Sunday
17Jan2010

Sarah and Marc, Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort

Bride and Groom: Sarah and Marc

Ceremony Venue: Bayside Terrace

Reception Venue: Bayview Room

Photography By: Goode Green Photography

Sunday
17Jan2010

Kira and Wes, Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort

Bride and Groom: Kira and Wes


Ceremony Venue: Bayview Terrace


Reception Venue: Bayview Room


Photographer: Forever Photography by Kylene