Attire for trendy MOB's and MOG's

Sometimes when we think of the attire our moms are to wear for a special occasions like "YOUR" wedding we immediately think of an outfit that pairs them up with their age! Thankfully fashion has changed and most moms have kept up to speed with it. In research of our latest fashion trends, we found some pretty amazing dresses that scream modern MOB/MOG! What accessories would you pair these up with and is your mom daring enough to wear these? Check these out and let me know your thoughts

Hawaii Wedding - a true paradise!

For some that don't have the beach as your backyard, often dream of having a romantic beach side wedding. The top choice is usually Hawaii, but if your budget doesn't extend towards a lavish soiree on the island then opt to have the island brought to you!

We often think of seashells and sand as a centerpiece for a beach themed wedding but why stick to the norm? By extending your creativity you can come up with your own design and add your touch of island flair to your affair!

Some thoughts may be to include some bamboo and vibrant colors such as orange, hot pinks, yellows and greens. We found this arrangement on Pacific Weddings!

As inspiration we also found these vases/pots that are made from bamboo and would look just absolutely amazing with large banana leaves and some colorful orchids.

Some favor ideas can be these bamboo placecard holders from Kate Aspen and a tropical lemonade mix for your guest to enjoy at home!

We also found this board that carries an island feeling and wont make your wedding look like a home style luau!

A suggestion for the cocktail hour is to use pre-recorded Hawaiian music and have live dancers interacting with your guests as well as serving traditional Hawaiian drinks using fresh fruits. Because the Hawaiian palate blends in several cultures, there is an array of foods that can be incorporated into your menu to make it more traditional. The most commonly seen is the pulled pork. You may find that some guests may not eat pork so you may want to substitute with chicken or beef . Fruits play an important part on the island so you may want to include some chutneys on your proteins to introduce some tropical flavorings. Poi is the traditional island starch (for most of us its either rice or potatoes!!). Its a mixture of taro roots with water to make a mash (similar to mash potatoes), you may wish to add some garlic or parsley for additional flavors. For dessert you may want to serve anything that includes coconut, pineapples, guava or just simply fresh cut fruits!

Our intentions are not to reinvent the wheel but just help you push our creativity to the next level and save you some money along the way!

Affairs Remembered is back in the kitchen!

Our heart has always been in the kitchen, after all, our business started with cakes and desserts (Bakes n Cakes - our sister company) and later developed to what we are today, an elite Wedding and Event Planning firm . We are proud to introduce My Picture Cookie by Affairs Remembered. These delicious vanilla and chocolate cookies can be customized to include any chosen picture, logo or message and cost as low as $.99* each. Considered to be a wonderful party favor, this gourmet cookie can be used for weddings, showers, corporate functions and promotions as well as any other memorable event you may be planning! The icing for vanilla cookies include vanilla and key lime flavors while the chocolate cookies includes vanilla and mint flavors.
Although you have a choice of flavors, the icing is always white. We find it is the best canvas to create vibrant full color images.

The quality of the images that are reproduced are as close to perfection as possible. My Picture Cookie by Affairs Remembered uses an FDA approved state of the art technology that is guaranteed to ensure the best and tasteful quality available.

Ordering is simple and the best part about it is that you design and approve your final product online and receive it within 2-3 days. Freshness is always guaranteed and each package is carefully sealed to ensure freshness and avoid any unnecessary breakage.

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Color of the day... BLUE

BLUE

My ultimate favorite color! Blue reminds me of happy times with an overwhelming feeling of calmness and serenity! In my opinion it is best paired with yellow (hence the very beautiful sunflower being my FAVE flower!!) and white. Check out this inspirational board for ideas and ways to combine the two while making a fashionable statement!

Color of the day...GREEN

GREEN... not just going green but using it!

Who knew that green would turn out to be such a fantastic color to combine with! Check out these boards which use green as both the main color and as an accent element. I'm loving the color combo of green, white and black.
Lots of brides are going green to make a bold statement, however using the color is not a bad idea either! Do you have any funky green color combos you wish to share?

photos courtesy of project wedding

Color of the day.....PURPLE!

Purple...

photo courtesy of project wedding

When I think of the color purple, the thought of lavender scented flower fields comes into mind (I know that sounds super corny but soooo true!!).

Although the color may not suit everyone, pairing it up with the proper accessories can make you look like a million bucks. I find that party guests are being a bit more daring and making a statement by wearing bold colors.

photo courtesy of project wedding

European magazines suggest that different shades of purple (violet, magenta, lilacs) is the latest in party goers fashion!!!

Flower Power

Including local flowers can minimize your expenses when it comes to decor. Check out the local flowers for these locations...

Italy-Cyclamen

France- Fleur de lis (Iris)

Ireland-Shamrock

Japan-Cherry Blossom

Vermont-Red Clover

Colorado-Columbine

Georgia-Cherokee Rose

Florida-Orange Blossom

New Hampshire-Purple Lilac

Nevada-Sagebrush

Hawaii-Hibiscus

New York-Rose

Kansas-Sunflower (MY FAVORITE!!)

Resource: www.50states.com

Coral Gables Restaurant week

Coral Gables celebrates its 3rd annual restaurant week

Fraga - Rizo Wedding

Cindy and Roger currently live and study in North Carolina. Their family is here in South Florida while they are away working on their careers. Their love story began back in high school where Cindy had a silent crush on Roger. It was after they graduated that they reunited at the FIU library and this brings us to this magical day!!

When I first began conversing with Cindy about her wedding vision, she insisted that it had to reflect a "Country style" wedding. For a minute I thought to myself, how in the world am I going to pull this off - in Miami none less.

The hardest task was finding the location, hence budget was a factor, however, Cindy required it to have a barn - country feel to it. So the search began. From the Florida Keys to Central Florida. Endless calls, emails and inspecting various sites until we came across the Comber Hall. It was convenient (adjacent to the church), it was elegant and even better.....affordable.

Due to Cindy not living here, the planning process required a lot of emails and conference calls. Luckily she had her mom here and most of our meetings took place in my office with Cindy on the phone.

Saturday May 29, 2010, was a beautiful morning! The bride woke up in her suite at the Biltmore Hotel and had a scrumptious breakfast. Her niece, Jenny spent the night with her and began working on her hair in the early afternoon. When the Rolls arrived to pick her up to take her to the church, she looked like a porcelain doll. As Cindy walked down the aisle with her brother Ricky by her side, Roger was overwhelmed with joy. The ceremony was absolutely beautiful and heartfelt.

Once the ceremony ended, the guests conveniently walked next door to where the festivities continued. The place card table had miniature metal containers filled with moss which identified the guests place of seating. Adjacent to this table was the sign in which I thought was unique.. It was a tree in which the guest had to use their thumbprint (as leaves) and sign their names on it. This was a bit messy but very creative! When the guests entered the ballroom, they were magically transformed to a barn-like venue filled with an abudance of candles inside mason jars, hanging curly willow resembling dried out trees and garden containers filled with colorful Gerber daisies and green hydrangeas. The theme was carried throughout the wedding with the favors. The favors alternated with strawberry jam filled mason jars and small burlap pouches filled with the couples favorite chocolates. The tables were named rather than numbered and each name represented a location in which the couple had visited throughout their courtship.

Cindy and Roger's wedding was a night filled with love, admiration and passion. Everyone in attendance was overjoyed for the couple and expressed their feelings accordingly. The couple will be honeymooning in Italy for 2 weeks and will then go back to live in North Carolina until they both complete their studies!

Professional pictures by Manolo Doreste coming soon....

Cynthia and Roger from Alan Button on Vimeo.

YOUR picture on edibles????

This product is so adorable, I just had to share! They can print almost anything you want on sweets! I received samples last week and cannot get over how perfect the pictures look and not to mention that it is all edible!!!!! Custom Candy can print just about anything you want. Some of the samples I received included a vintage photo of a couple celebrating their 50th Anniversary, my logo and pictures taken from this very BLOG! I was very very satisfied with the product and would highly recommend it. Click here to go to their website and tell them Alice sent you!

Eros Ramazzotti

If you have absolutely no idea who this man is then you are missing out! Eros Ramazzotti is an amazing and talented Italian singer that has had a successful career for over 20 years. His voice is definitely unique but his lyrics will make you fall in love. He recently visited Miami and held his concert at the James L. Knight Center. I am pretty familiar with all his songs and even sang along with the ones he sang in Italian (Lord knows what in the world I was actually saying...), however, when I heard the lyrics of this song,I immediately made a note of it and said to myself this is a PERFECT song for a first dance (oddly enough my mom turned to me and said the EXACT same thing!!). The song is called I Belong to you .

For a list of his upcoming city tours (including Altos de Chavon in the Dominican Republic on May 22), log onto to his website.

Enjoy and Happy Planning!

A day in beautiful Key West

I am lucky to consider the Florida Keys part of my backyard. Over the weekend, my family and I took a drive to Key West. I have planned a lot of weddings in Key West and very familiar with the island. I created a photo album with the "must see/do" locations and the very popular wedding locations.

In order to view my photos and read my comments, you must log onto to my FACEBOOK Fan page (Groups - Affairs Remembered). Please feel free to leave comments and any any locations you also feel are a must in the keys!!

Enjoy!

Sees Candies Favor Boxes

I first heard about Sees Candies through my husband. He grew up in LA and woulld constantly tell me about his adventures to this store. During our trip to California in 2005, I couldnt help but stop at See's Candies and see what the buzz was all about. After buying 4 boxes of assorted chocolates and stopping twice before boarding the plane back to MIA, I was hooked. I introduced my kids to these yummy chocolates as well and although we do not have any local stores out here, i have continued the tradition of buying the decorated easter eggs for my husband (dont tell him I just told you that!!!)

This month I received their catalog and I saw these adorable favor boxes. They make a great wedding favor, after all who doesnt enjoy a deliciously rich piece of chocolate?

You too can start a tradition in your family by going on their website at http://www.seescandies.com/ or if you happen to be on the West coast stop by one of their quaint stores -make an experience out of it- decorated in all white and often has a checkerboard floor.

Photo by Michael Rosanes

Happy Planning!

Pantone Wedding Colors

Choosing a color theme for your wedding can sometimes be nerve wrecking not to mention very stressfull. The Dessy Group has come out with their 2010 Pantone Wedding guide which include 194 color swatches! You can order your color guide on The Dessy Group website for just $35 + shipping and handling. My order is already in... dont stay behind and order your today!

Happy Planning!

I DO Originals!

I DO Originals is a whimsical and unique company known to sell personalized creations. In the beginning stages of my business, I came across this company as they were known for selling customized aisle runners with the couples monograms. They have now expanded their product lines to include candles, beautiful parasols, table runners and much more. You can order online and have your item at your doorstep in just a few days! Check them out and tell them Affairs Remembered sent you!

Happy Customizing!!