PhotoShoot: Kelsey

Mmmmm....loving this bright and cheerful hairstyle! Kelsey's natural makeup really show off her gorgeous features! Thanks Christine Barker for capturing this really fun style!

Who created this look?

Hairstylist - Mindy

 

MakeUp Artist - Kristi

Bridal Show: Engaged! Four Seasons Baltimore

To wrap up last weeks' craziness, I headed to the Four Seasons in Baltimore to help Stephanie Bradshaw with her display for the Engaged! Event. I always love lending an extra hand to friends. Stephanie's attention to detail and her ideas are brilliant, innovative and fresh. Like...who thinks of incorporating an elephant into a design? I might be obsessed with this elephant and may need one for my desk!

Just a few more images of her brilliant design:

Quick shot of us:

L-R, Ashley, Stephanie and Lisa

 I was very happy to see Francesca's Bridal at the show. Their gowns are exquisite!

 

Mmm....remember these tasty British boys treats from DC?

....and the world just doesn't go round without Champagne! Cheers to a great weekend!

Dream Team: Kiss Me Because....

Inspiration: J* The Fix

It's one of those days where you appreciate those that share their experiences, their triumphs and their love for what they do. We packed up....and drove to DC for the day! Christine with her fancy fresh braid and Alison with her super cute shoes (that I'd fall over in) were on board and ready to go learn.

 First stop: Pinkberry. This was my first time here. I taste tested a few flavors and decided on mango with fresh fruit.

 Navigation and Pinkberry = Ready for a night with Jasmine Star

 The tour bus...

 Where we spent the evening...

 What we did to help set up....

 

Where we were treated to dinner....YUM!

 The most famous dog eva....Polo

 Naturally they asked me to sell copies of Exposed....

 The team before the mad rush....

 Getting ready to snap away...

 The mad rush....

 ...and it begins. Score for front row seats!

 

I'm not going to write a review of The Fix but instead say how thankful I am to work with the best of the best in my industry. I'm proud to refer them and am thankful for Jasmine's insight on networking, sharing and being YOU! 

Inspiration: J*, Incredible Husband and Good Help

This week has been non-stop. Literally running from open to close with events each night of the week...Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and tonight...taking me away from my usual overly-organized and structured schedule. While I've been on the road running back and forth with many nights ending into the early morning of the next day, my incredible husband, sister in law Karen, makeupartist/babysitter ~ Natasha and friend who is a mom of 3~ Joanna have helped keep my puzzle pieces together. The amount of support from these people is what makes me able to do what I do and to do what I love. A simple post thanking them for their help and a simple post much more personal than a usual wedding feature. 

Last night I spent the day/night in DC with some amazing professionals....250 in a small overheated room to be exact. I plan on doing a detailed post next week with links to many of the talented pros I met. It was a great evening. 

After sitting through The Fix with Jasmine Star, I was inspired, my dreams are refreshed and I can't even count the ways and reasons why I love my husband even more after this hectic week. Being a part of weddings, I see all the pretty things. No one ever talks about the actual marriage or what happens after the wedding.  7 years married to this amazing man of mine, I can't imagine a day/night without him. We are literally high-fiving each other in the morning as he walks out the door and I'm filling sippy cups. I know he is always there, he supports my hectic week and that support and love is what making this whirlwind out of whack schedule worthwhile. I will appreciate those 10 minutes when he will hug me and tell me I'm beautiful and kiss me goodnight. Hugs from my baby girls this morning were priceless.  Love you Prince Charming and THANK YOU!!!  Just want you to know that you are so appreciated! 

iPhone image of J* at The Fix