Molly + Colin's Wedding

DJ: Zach Downing

Photobooth: Duet Photobooth

Wedding Planner:  Erica Weddings

Molly and Colin were ushered into the Mayo Hotel to a full cocktail reception in the lobby, the bridal party was introduced "THUNDER STYLE" with Thunderstruck, a custom grand entrance was put together by Zach Downing with a little information about each of the members of the bridal party. The Couple came down from the mezzanine as the bridal party members lined the stairs on each side of the grand stair case of the Historic Mayo hotel to welcome guests, the bridal party left up the stairs and to the Ballroom as guests followed from the lobby elevators. Molly and Colin served a selection of great food, followed by memorable moments and dances including the first dance of "The Way You Look Tonight, Micheal Buble" with a packed floor all evening. The brides sorority sisters Alpha Omicron Pi all joined for the "The Loving cup" song on the dance floor. After the loving cup, DJ Zach Downing tested the couples knowledge with the newlywed game which left the crowd laughing as the dancing started up again. It was an elegant evening of Fun, laughter and memories by all.

PHOTOS COURTESY OF HOLLI B. 

Brides Against Breast Cancer comes to Tulsa!

Searching for that perfect wedding dress?  Plan to attend this year's Brides Against Breast Cancer event at the Hard Rock Casino!  Designer wedding gowns up to 85% off and proceeds go to this great charity. Some great TWS vendors will be there too:

Paper Girl, Tulsa Weddings & Design and Perfect Wedding Guide.

For more info, visit: www.BridesABC.org

Megan + Ryan's Wedding

THE TEAM

Florist: The Bridal Garden (by Lindi Collins)

Honeymoon: Travel by Cannon (AKA: Honeymoons Designed)

Photography:  Storybook Wedding Photography

We had the best time working together on Megan & Ryan's May wedding.  The venue was Camp Loughridge and the colors were yellow and a slate grey (which was tied together with the attire, florals, cake, and decor).  Lovely!!  It was just a wonderful evening with wonderful people.  We wish Megan & Ryan all the very best!

PHOTOS COURTESY OF STORYBOOK WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY

Callie & Austin

The Team

Ann's Bakery

The Bridal Garden

Storybook Wedding Photography

Asbury United Methodist Church was the location Callie & Austin chose to tie the knot.  Storybook Wedding Photographers said they had an amazing ceremony with gorgeous flowers designed by Lindi with The Bridal Garden!  They chose to see each other before the ceremony to get all of their formal pictures done.  Which photographers love!

After the ceremony, it was off to Five Oaks Lodge for the grand reception.  A beautiful cake by Ann's Bakery was the centerpiece of the room and the guests dined, danced, and mingled until a helicopter flew the bride and groom away!  Congrats to Callie & Austin.

ALL PHOTOS COURTESY OF STORYBOOK WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY

Vendor Spotlight: Erica Weddings

Article by: Erica with Erica Weddings
www.erica-weddings.com
(918) 906-5658
TWS Member since: 2008
Category: WEDDING PLANNER
Board Member (Treasurer)

Do I Really Need a Wedding Coordinator?

I'm a bit biased so I will say a HUGE... YES!!!
But, at the very least, you need to hire a day-of-coordinator. This insures you will be able to enjoy your day and be stress free. Although some choose to cut this vendor as a way to save money, having someone with no experience (such as an Aunt, Cousin or Friend), is a huge risk. And wouldn't you prefer they enjoy the day with you, rather than working for you?

What does a Wedding Coordinator do?

A day-of-coordinator will be the one person who makes sure EVERYTHING comes together as you've planned. Their work begins months before the wedding day as they put together timelines, confirm details with your other vendors, gather contact info, and arrival times, etc.

Calling your vendors is of the utmost importance. As a Wedding Coordinator, I have actually called vendors to confirm times, only to discover they had the wrong date!

A Wedding Coordinator wears many hats!

With an average work day of 8-12 hours, your Wedding Coordinator spends the most amount of time at your wedding the day of.

They are your:

Tuxedo button Sewer
Wedding Dress Bustler
Candlelighter
Flowergirl babysitter
Family Mediator
Bouquet Holder
Marriage License Guardian
Vendor "go to" Person
Tip Distributor
Corset-Lacer
Fill-in Cake Cutter
Expert Multi-Tasker
And overall "hey, we need your help!, gal"

What if I need more?

Wedding Coordinators like Erica Weddings, also offers Full Service Planning. This is assistance throughout the entire planning process and is becoming extremely popular among today's busy brides!

Whichever option you choose, you can't go wrong by hiring a Wedding Coordinator. Even if its just day-of-coordination; your vendors and your nerves will thank you.