Vendor Profile - Federico Salon!!

So you found the right dress but what are you going to do with your hair? Having a beautiful wedding day hair is just as important as the flowers you pick. From head to toe you should love the way you look. For tips on wedding day hair, I turned to an expert Federico of Federico Salon. Federico is a celebrity hairstylist with over 20 years experience. Once you walk into his salon, you feel welcome and pampered and that’s exactly how a bride should feel on her wedding day. With Federico, you don’t have to be a star to get the star treatment. Federico and his wonderful assistant stylist Bianca have been working together for 15 years and they are wedding day hairdo pros. They don’t just style your hair; they look at all the aspect of your wedding and create a wedding day style that will compliment your wedding day look. Federico has also worked with Kleinfeld for their bridal fashion shows to help style their models for the runway. If Kleinfeld can trust him then I know I do!! Federico and his assistance Bianca offered a couple of great tips that I thought were very helpful.





1) To ensure healthy wedding day hair, be sure to continuously trim your hair as it grows.
2) You should consult with your stylist 3 months before your wedding to get ideas on your wedding day look.
3) Keep an open mind! Sometimes what you think you want is not the best style for you.

Thanks to Federico and the entire staff for welcoming me into your fabulous salon!!






Happy Planning,

Deniesha Joseph
Couture Events by D
Designed by me, Just for you
http://www.coutureventsbyd.com/
718.938.4713

Kleinfeld Sample Sale!!

One of my favorite bridal salons is having their annual sample sale. This is a great opportunity to get a fabulous gown for a great price!! It takes place on Tuesday, February 3rd from 3pm to 7pm and there is no appoinment necessary. Get their early because the lines will be long!!

Happy Planning and Happy Shopping!!

Deniesha Joseph
Couture Events by D
Designed by me, Just for you
http://www.coutureventsbyd.com/
718.938.4713

Holiday Proposal Contest

Since Valentine's Day is approaching, I've decided to extend the Holiday Proposal Contest until March 31st!! Now all my soon to be engaged couples can have a chance as well. I've received several entries and I'm enjoying reading all the love stories. There can only be one winner but for all couples that enter the contest, you will receive $150.00 off of any planning package you choose!!

Happy Planning,

Deniesha Joseph
Couture Events by D
Designed by me, Just for you
http://www.coutureventsbyd.com/
718.938.4713

Happy Birthday To Me!!!!!!!

(that's me!! on my 3rd birthday)

Today is my birthday!! I do try to keep my blog wedding related only but I’ll make the exception just this one time. Every year for my birthday, I make birthday wishes for my new age and give thanks for the things I accomplished during my previous age. So this year, I thought I’d share it with you.

Wishes!!
To plan as many fabulous wedding as possible
To meet as many wonderful wedding industry professionals as possible
To attend as many wedding industry expos and events
To inspire and help as many brides as possible
To learn, to be inspired and be fulfilled each day

Thanks!!
I’m thankful for the website that was revamped. The previous site was so bad!!
I’m thankful that I started a blog. I don’t know what I would do without it now!!
I’m thankful for the followers of my blog. Thanks for the support!!
I’m thankful for the opportunity to meet Sylvia Weinstock and Mara Urshel of Kleinfeld
I’m thankful for my staff, family and friends that continue to love and support me.

Married Away!!

Destination Weddings are becoming extremely popular. Many couples choose this route because for one let’s face it, it’s a vacation and who doesn’t love that. Two, many feel it’s easier than the traditional wedding. A destination wedding is a wonderful way to tie the knot but there is still planning involved. Here are some planning tips to help all my married away brides get started.

1) Send save the dates to your guest at least a year in advance. This gives your guest time to plan and save for the trip. Include your destination, the date (of course) and if possible the hotel accommodations.

2) Create a wedding website to update your guest on accommodation information, passport/visa requirements and the schedule of events that maybe taking place. Be sure to include your website on your save the dates. You can easily create a website on many wedding sites for free. http://www.theknot.com/, http://www.mywedding.com/, http://www.ourweddingday.com/

3) Do your research before making your final decision. Get recommendations and read reviews from other couples that have gotten married at the resort or venue. Also take a tour before booking. Don’t rely on the web for all your research.

4) Hire a wedding planner/coordinator in the destination you have chosen. They are familiar with the local vendors and can do the research on your behalf. Hiring a planner from your home town is also helpful and you get the one on one attention you may need. A good planner can plan a wedding any where!

5) Negotiate a group rate with for your airfare and hotel when booking for 10 or more guest.

Even though this is a destination wedding, there are some fundamental planning steps that cannot be over looked. Take a look at a my previous post on what to do when you first get engaged. http://coutureventsbyd.blogspot.com/2009/01/congrat-you-said-yes-so-now-what.html

Happy Planning,

Deniesha Joseph
Couture Events by D
Designed by me, Just for you
http://www.coutureventsbyd.com/
718.938.4713

Honeymoon Registries

(CoCo Reef Resort, Tobago)

I was on a short vacation last week to visit my mother in the Caribbean; Trinidad to be exact!! While I was there I was inspired by so many things but today I will start with Honeymoons!! Honeymoon registries that is!

Do you already live with your fiancé and don’t want to end up with 5 gravy bowls at your bridal shower? If so, a honeymoon registry is the perfect solution. Honeymoon registries have become very popular because today many couples are living together before they tie the knot. It’s also saves money and who doesn’t like a bargain? You can register for an upgrade to your honeymoon sweet, air miles, water sport activities or a romantic beach front dinner. The price range is great too. It gives your guest so much to choose from. There are many destinations to choose from as well. From exotic Africa to the romantic Caribbean, you can find a honeymoon registry. I love this idea because it saves you money, helps your bridal shower guests pick a great gift and it adds so much fun to your honeymoon. Here are some sites that offer these services:

http://www.travelersjoy.com/
http://www.thebigday.com/
http://www.thehoneymoon.com/

From Swimsuits to Coats!!

Well I’m back to the cold weather of NYC!! Although I enjoyed my vacation and time with my wonderful family, I missed blogging!! So much to blog about!! I was inspired by so much while I was on the beautiful Island of Trinidad and Tobago. The food, the beach, the people, it was great! But while I was gone, I was tagged by Lisa of Elite Affairs!! Thanks for the blog love!!

Here are my picks!!

Affairs with Elegance
Affairs to Remember
After Yes and Before I Do and Everything In Between
Be Inspired
Bride Sophisticate
By Your Side Events
Lisa of Elite Affairs

Living the Good Life
The Wedding Workroom
Weddings by Socialites

Happy Planning,

Deniesha Joseph
Couture Events by D
Designed by me, Just for you
http://www.coutureventsbyd.com/
718.938.4713