SAVE THE DATE...

We are hosting a BRIDAL SHOW by Elegant Bridal Productions on Sunday, February 19, 2012 from 1 to 4pm! Register for free at www.elegantbridal.com.

What to expect....

• A fashion show featuring the latest designer Gowns and Tuxedos
• Local wedding professional experts and vendors under on roof ... ready to meet you
• Live band and DJ performances
• A bridal goody-bag
• Giveaways
• And last but not least.... The Rosewood staff ready to answer any questions you have about your special day!

Grab you fiance, girlfriends and/or parents.... your sure to have a blast!

Mixing up a bit of Business...

Last Wednesday we had the pleasure of hosting an educational seminar and business to business mixer with the New Jersey Wedding Vendor Network. The afternoon Educational Seminar on “How to Make Your Print and Online Advertising Work Together,” (led by Alan Berg; renown wedding industry expert, Amy Wilkins; Senior Vice president and publisher of Martha Stewart Weddings, and Brian Laurence; author of “The Wedding Expert’s Guide To Sales and Marketing” and CEO of Local Traffic Builder), left industry professionals enlightened and inspired. Leading into the evening business to business mixer where professionals were able to network and establish relationships with others in the industry, while enjoying a large vendor showcase.

Lisa Truesdale; General Mananger of The Rosewood and myself with Gary Paris Publisher of Contemporary Bride's Magazine!

Lisa and I with Alan Berg and Tara Feeley from Elite!

New Twists on Traditions...

Our couples at The Rosewood have been putting so many fantastic twists on traditional wedding pieces we just had to share. Natalie and Michael who celebrated their reception here last Saturday had some witty ways to remember their special day. On each table in a framed message
they invited their guests to write a note so they could read them on their anniversaries to come. I thought it was a great way to celebrate their wedding anniversaries for the next ten years. The newlyweds also displayed a Webster’s dictionary which they asked guest to choose a word and write a message to the couple of why they choose that word for them. Such an everyday item but as they flip through it at home while looking a word and come across a surprise message I can only imagine the warm delightful feeling it will bring.

Rachael and Pete who are having their wedding here on May 19th sent over their save the date for us to see and we just had to share. Save the dates which used to be so simple and traditional have taken on a whole new significance in the past few years. Rachael handmade these amazing sun flower pieces which guests can either use as a magnet or hang on the wall, either approach is a cheerful way to remind guests of the unforgettable day that is drawing near.

Congratulation Natalie and Michael wishing you years and years of happiness! Rachael and Pete we can not wait to celebrate your sun shinning, sun flowered filled day with you!!

REaDy For The Next Step...

As 2011 was coming to a close we celebrated the beginning of a new chapter for Wendy and Ryan.

Our newlyweds embraced the holidays creating a festive and fun wedding reception.

The Grand Ballroom was warmed with red touches. Wendy selected a red rose wedding cake,

red napkins, and candy canes on the tables.

Guest took home beautiful red monogrammed ornaments as favors.

I loved their sleigh and mailbox. Wendy’s father handmade their card mailbox

and sleigh which were the perfect touch to the festive holiday theme.

The sleigh was used during their ceremony for the ring barer to ride down the aisle in at the church. Congratulations Wendy and Ryan may you share a lifetime of joy together one new year at a time.