Great Luggage Tags

Ever tied colorful ribbon, scarves, etc. to your luggage as a way of easily identifying it at the baggage carousel? I’m sure we’ve all probably done this or definitely have seen this. The only problem is everyone is doing it and it’s getting harder and harder to distinguish your luggage with ribbon from someone else’s luggage…with the same color ribbon.

Well, I Do Originals has come up with an easy fix. Why not use these personalized luggage tags to make your bags stand out from the crowd. You choose the ribbon color, the font and the thread color.

What a great gift idea for newlyweds to use on their honeymoon.

Hanna, Hanna Fo Fanna…

I’m sure all of us on the East Coast were affected by hurricane/tropical storm Hanna’s down pour, gusty winds and humidity. I had site visits down in PG County with a client yesterday. Let’s just say I left Baltimore with my hair still nicely done but returned home with a poofy, uncurled hairdo. The Old South Country Club was gorgeous and definitely lives up to its name. It has a very old south, Charleston, SC feel. The front of the venue will be great for bridal party pictures.

Fortunately, we didn’t have any weddings yesterday but September is a popular month for weddings so I know Hanna caused less than desirable weather for couples…especially those who had their hearts set on an outdoor ceremony or reception. We have done our fair share of outdoor weddings and one thing we REQUIRE is a “Plan B” just in case the weather decides not to cooperate with our client’s dream wedding day. We’ve had some reluctant couples who feel they can wish, will or pray for good weather but I am always the voice of reason.

Although most couples don’t expect a hurricane in our area, rain is a definite possibility. Whether you’re planning on your own or have a wedding planner or DOC, this is a topic that should be discussed and planned for. There’s nothing worst than frantically trying to come up with a secondary game plan the day of your wedding.

Malinda Williams’ Wedding

Earlier this summer I posted about her blog which chronicled her wedding planing for Essence Magazine but now it’s official. Long time friends Malinda Williams and Derrick Jones (also known as rapper D-Nice from back in the day) tied the knot on August 23rd in Newark, New Jersey. Congratulations to them both!

Below are a few photos of their nuptials from Essence Magazine’s website with photo credit to Jason Blaney. Enjoy!





Click here to read more about their wedding and to see additional photos.

My Visit To Garnish Dress Boutique

Last week I had the pleasure of meeting Mia Isse, owner of Garnish Boutique, a dress salon located in Mt. Washington. If you’re looking for beautiful and modern bridesmaid or special occasion attire then you have to visit Garnish. They carry collections by Jenny Yoo, Coren Moore, Lynn Lugo and many others. Mia has created a quaint boutique where a bride can find dresses, shoes, accessories, jewelry and gifts for her bridesmaids all in one location.

Stop by or visit their website. Garnish Boutique is located at 5724 Falls Road in Baltimore, MD.