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Wednesday, September 1, 2010 Posted in weddings

Erin + Seth

Barton Creek Resort

I have been an Austin-ite for nearly nine years, but I instantly feel a connection when I meet New Yorkers, since that’s where I’m from. That’s what happened with Erin and Seth when I met them back in 2008. There was a great chemistry between us from day one – which made for a really fun wedding planning process!

The other thing I loved about working with Erin and Seth was they came in with fresh, open minds. They knew what they liked and didn’t like. Our design process was a blast – exploring loads of ideas, colors and themes! We ultimately decided on a theme of shabby-chic elegance at Barton Creek Resort + Spa.

Our design came together smoothly and flawlessly. The color scheme was white, ivory and blush pink. But it was important that the look wasn’t perceived as overly feminine. The stationery gave the guests an instant “first look” at what this wedding would be all about. The modern pattern perfectly represented the overall look and feel of the wedding. If invitations could speak, this one would say, “Come to my wedding. It will be modern, chic, elegant . . . with a big splash of fun!”

The Jewish ceremony was held in the Barton Creek Pavilion and was so romantic, you couldn’t help but get chills when you saw it! The ceiling of the Pavilion was draped in ivory fabric, which made the guests feel warm and welcome as they entered.  And you couldn’t help but stare at the stunning crystal chandeliers – two small ones hanging from the ceiling on either side of the chuppah and one giant stunner smack in the middle of the Pavilion. Breathtaking! The chuppah was draped in ivory fabric and was adorned with Pave roses across the top and tiny peeks of crystals hanging down for a hint of sparkle.

Erin wanted the reception design to be elegant, but still have a wow factor. So a plain ivory linen? Oh no! We searched high and low for the perfect linen, but alas, it did not exist. So what did we do? Custom linens, of course! We found the most beautiful tone-on-tone ivory damask fabric. But this was not your grandmother’s damask. This was a fresh and modern damask pattern that – under the blush pink hue from the lights, and complemented by floral centerpieces in shades of pinks and white – looked modern and elegant. Shabby chic to a “T!”

The tall ceilings were draped with ivory fabric to provide more of an inviting and warm feel. And the glow of the soft pink lighting was stunning on the ivory fabric. The cake had ivory buttercream icing, which was accented with a beautiful petal pink damask-like pattern. It was a major focal point in the ballroom.

So we’ve covered the modern, chic and elegant elements, but let’s not forget about the FUN! The guests were blown away by the talent and diversity of the band. How do I know this? The dance floor was packed until the very last note was played. The guests also enjoyed a photo booth, which served as Erin and Seth’s sign in book.

As I write this entry, I get chills and teary-eyed. I am so glad to have had this experience with Erin and Seth. I know I’ll remember this for a long time to come.

With fond memories,
Denise

Photography by Ashley Garmon Photographers



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Monday, August 30, 2010 Posted in it's all in the details

Sugar and Spice and Everything Nice

Kids are a tad unpredictable and easily distracted, yet OH SO CUTE at a wedding ceremony! I love hearing the collective, “awwwww” as the flower girl takes her very important walk down the aisle. Whether she looks like a little tulle cupcake or a mini diva ready to make her Hollywood debut – she will make it her own and you will love her for it.

What your flower girl holds/tosses should be a well thought out detail. Age is a big consideration – girls more than four years old can walk down the aisle unassisted and can toss or hold anything you give them.  Have a basket made out of fresh floral or greenery and fill it with petals to toss. Or if they are extra girly have a floral handbag made so they can feel extra sassy! Floral halos complete the angelic look, and at that age they probably won’t rip them off. The little ones can still do the job though! Have them hold a miniature pomander that is not too heavy, and adorn their hair with a floral barrette.

CLINK tips to help keep that adorable look throughout the ceremony (and photos):

*Help choose your flower girl’s dress by making it a day-of-fun. Get pampered together, have lunch, and shop till you drop. Bribery works, so butter her up so she will put on the dress you love without too much fuss.

*Have your flower girl attend the rehearsal so she can familiarize herself with her surroundings. She may forget everything the following day but at least she will feel a little more comfortable.

*Present your flower girl with a gift on the wedding day. It will keep her entertained and she will be in an extra sweet mood as she saunters down the aisle.

*If your flower girl is nervous, give her that boost of confidence by having a trusted relative (parent/grandparent) stand by her side until it’s her turn to walk. And be sure to have another person waiting for her at the end of the aisle.

Here’s to the Details,
Gina

Photography Courtesy of A La Vie Photography, Ashley Garmon Photography, Diana M. Lott Photography and SMS Photography

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Friday, August 27, 2010 Posted in things we CLINK to

A Day at the Lake

We have been planning events for CLINK clients at Lakeway Resort for many years now – and each one has been as unique as the property itself! From the “Willy Wonka” wedding of April and Joel to the modern and elegant Indian wedding of Aarti and Purav – we LOVE to transform their beautiful spaces into something unique and fitting for our clients! What we also love is that the entire Lakeway staff – from the front desk to the Director of Catering – always exceeds our expectations and goes above and beyond for all of our clients and their guests.

CLINK was recently invited to sit down and be a GUEST at the resort as Lakeway hosted our August staff meeting. We were beyond impressed with the service, the food and the presentation. Working while you have an amazing view of the lake and sipping on homemade rosemary-garnished lemonade was the perfect cure for a hot summer day.

Thank you Rachel and team for an amazing experience. It was great to be on the receiving end of what you do for our clients – both social and corporate! Check out our [non-pro] pics of the delicious spread!!!!!

CLINKing to Lakeway Resort,
The CLINKers

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Wednesday, August 25, 2010 Posted in weddings

Liz + Greg

Beaulieu Garden, Napa

When Liz met Greg, she knew he would be the man she married. We headed to Napa to celebrate their nuptials in style and the entire weekend was flawless!

First off, Beaulieu Garden is one of the most beautiful venues at which I have ever had the pleasure of working. It is a private estate in Rutherford and is reminiscent of Versailles. Gorgeous doesn’t even begin to describe it – so I will let the photos speak for themselves.

Liz was a vision. Her gown was flowing, ethereal and timeless. She wore her grandmother’s diamond pin in her hair – a beautiful and heartfelt touch. She carried a bouquet of lush ivory garden roses, which completed the classic look.

The picturesque ceremony took place in the beautiful courtyard. I had chills through the ENTIRE ceremony! Liz’s sister, Catherine, served as matron of honor and wore a fabulous navy gown, which she accented with the sash she wore at her own wedding. The Ives sisters think of every sentimental detail, it was so touching! Greg and his best man Matt looked dashing in classic tuxedos with a bow tie – a signature look for Greg!

Guests enjoyed a cocktail hour and dined on delectable passed hors d’oeuvres! Peking duck mini tacos, bellweather farms ricotta with heirloom tomatoes straight from the Paula LeDuc garden, tuna and mango poke, house smoked wild salmon and prather ranch beef carpaccio on acme baguette (with truffle oil –YUM). Seriously, OUT OF THIS WORLD food. Beaulieu Vineyard wine was served the entire night, so the entire menu was kept local. A string quartet played a variety of classical pieces while guests visited and took in the scenery.

The long dinner table was set underneath the vine-covered pergola. Silk linens in a beautiful shade of ivory adorned the table and lush centerpieces of pale blush floral in silver revere bowls along with silver candlesticks made up the table setting. Liz’s mom hand calligraphied the menu, which revealed a feast! The first course was peppery greens with oven-cured tomatoes topped with Humboldt fog goat cheese and honey-lemon-lavender vinaigrette.  The second course was the main entrée: a duet of seared beef filet and halibut saltimbocca accompanied with a scallion potato puree, candied shallots and haircort verts. The final course was a chevre cheesecake with seasonal fruit compote and flower petal confetti.

After the amazing dinner, it was time for the dancing! The variety band was great at performing requests from the crowd. The group danced the entire night underneath the fullest moon I have ever seen. Greg and Liz even performed their signature dance moves for the crowd! Guests tossed fresh local lavender at the newlyweds as they exited into their classic car.

Liz and Greg, thank you for allowing me to be a part of your journey every step of the way. It was such a beautiful weekend that everyone thoroughly enjoyed – a celebration of love, family and friends!

Love,
Gina

Photography Courtesy of Diana M. Lott Photography and SMS Photography


Pool by dance floor + alcohol = that guy ;)

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Monday, August 23, 2010 Posted in social events, weddings

Liz + Greg’s Rehearsal Dinner
Rutherford Hill Winery, Napa

Q: What is better than producing an entire wedding weekend for a client?

A: A wedding weekend in NAPA!!!!

I had just returned from another wedding in Napa when Liz called CLINK to discuss her upcoming destination wedding, so I had lots of information to share!

Liz and Greg had never been to Napa, but after a long engagement and tossing around several locations that just didn’t feel right – they decided Napa was perfect! Great food and breathtaking scenery.

The rehearsal dinner sets the tone for the wedding weekend, so we wanted to make sure everything was just right! Liz and Greg knew they wanted a different feel for the rehearsal dinner so we explored several different wine caves in the area.

We selected Rutherford Hill because of the drop dead gorgeous entrance and the view! As an added bonus, you could see all of their barrel rooms while dining. We set a long dining table in the middle of the cave with crisp white linens and candelabras accented with creamy white floral for a flawlessly classic look.

Guests arrived via shuttle and were greeted with a glass of Rutherford’s finest. They then headed to the cocktail area at the entrance of the caves so they could take in the view. Guests then entered the candlelit cave where a guitarist was playing classical selections.  A night of fine dining, heartfelt toasts and flowing wine followed.  It was the perfect way to do the “night before.” Check back on Wednesday for my re-cap of the big day!

Cheers,
Gina

Photography Courtesy of Diana M. Lott Photography and SMS Photography



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Friday, August 20, 2010 Posted in things we CLINK to

Austin Fashion Week!!!!!

The second annual Austin Fashion Week is in full swing and we couldn’t be more thrilled with the events being produced, designers being seen and Austinites being celebrated! Austin Fashion Week is the brainchild of Launch787. Like most of the amazing ideas that come from Launch787 – it is a HUGE hit!

AFW started off with the Kickoff Party last Saturday at GSD&M. The turnout was phenomenal and the set up was ideal. The main area was in the courtyard of GSD&M – a great event space! An LED wall anchored the all white runway, which was surrounded by white chairs for VIP seating.  Fabulous fare and cocktails were set up off to the side in the roped of parking lot. My personal favorite were the Truffled raviolis from CRU. (I had eight!) Tito’s, Wailua Sodas and Sweet Leaf Tea kept my whistle wet with their creative libations! The silent auction was held inside and had some amazing steals! Denise even won her very first Kathy Womack!!!  After we met our shopping and food/beverage needs, we headed to our seats for Tiffany! Yes, that Tiffany! She was GREAT! She sang her classic hits as well as many of our favorites form the 80s. After her performance, the models took to the runway in the creations of their mash-up teams. The show was inventive and the music was fab thanks to DJ Manny! It was the perfect Austin night!!!

Then the fashion kicked into high gear on Sunday! Each night of the week, different events were hosted in each area of town to make sure all of the Austinites fashion needs were met. GENIUS idea!!!! Each party has been as unique as the fashion it is showcasing. A true representation of the best Austin has to offer!

Next up, the finale:  The Austin Fashion Awards! This is where fashion and music come together for one big party. Local talent is honored by its peers and biggest fans, while local fashionistas present the awards. Our own CLINK owners Denise and Tanya will be presenters so make sure you are there to cheer them on! After the awards have been handed out, the celebration will continue at the After Party!

Thank you to our fabulous clients – Matt Swinney, Stephen Tatton, Carrie Crowe and Sarah Wolf – at Launch787. We are thrilled to have had the opportunity to work on this event for the second straight year and know that Saturday’s culmination will be a smashing success!

CLINKing to Austin Fashion Week,
Your devoted CLINK team

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Wednesday, August 18, 2010 Posted in weddings

Aarti + Purav

Villa del Lago – Ceremony

Lakeway Resort – Sangeet and Reception

Aarti and Purav had an unforgettable wedding weekend in Lakeway this past Spring. Designing for this unique and fantastic couple was an amazing experience! They had impeccable taste. Their goal was to incorporate their Indian culture into a modern setting.

The Sangeet is the traditional Indian ceremony where guests sing songs, dance and dine on fabulous food all while getting acquainted and celebrating the upcoming nuptials. Aarti and Purav’s Sangeet was held on Friday night in the Travis Room at Lakeway Resort. We completely transformed the space using draping and lighting in every color of the spectrum. We even had a parasol installation on the ceiling in the motif that adorned Aarti and Purav’s stationery suite.

Linens in shades of saffron, fuchsia, teal and citron created a sea of color and alternating table runners made each hue pop. Lanterns and candles completed the look of the tables. The stage was the focal point of the room. It was absolutely stunning; one couldn’t help but stare at it! It was set with brightly colored carpets, pillows and lounge areas. It was the perfect setting to get your henna on!

The other focal point was – the oonjal (aka the swing)! This hand carved wooden creation was by far the most beautiful one I had ever seen!!! Ornate and glorious in every detail – I WANT ONE!

The following day, guests headed to Villa Del Lago to witness the wedding ceremony of Aarti and Purav. Design wise – there was minimal work since this venue is SPECTACULAR! The view, the architecture, the lawn – ALL beyond beautiful! We had a white mandap constructed that was beautifully decorated with lush tropical floral, including hanging garlands of blue cymbidium orchids – minimalist and chic!

After the ceremony, guests headed to the Vistas Ballroom at Lakeway Resort. White pintuck taffeta linens were on the head table that surrounded the dance floor; peacocok taffeta linens adorned the rest of the guest tables.  Floral centerpieces in purple and magenta completed the crisp contemporary look. The ceiling was blanketed with large white lanterns, which – coupled with amazing lighting – made the whole room glow. Acrylic boxes and orchid garlands hung from the ceiling and surrounded the dance floor.

The best design accents of the evening were Aarti and Purav themselves. When I first saw Aarti my jaw dropped – she was stunning. See below for yourself; it’s hard to keep your eyes off of her. And then Puav, wow, the perfect handsome groom to complement his bride!

Aarti and Purav – we had the best time planning and designing your events. You both are so loving and delightful . . . and most importantly – FUN! We loved watching your dreams come to life!!

Love,
Gina and Denise

Photography Courtesy of J Cogliandro Photography



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Monday, August 16, 2010 Posted in it's all in the details

Adorning Your Aisle

Aisle markers first came about to mark off reserved pews in churches for the family. What started off as simple signage, transformed into ribbon and floral and can be an amazing ceremony detail – be it in a church, ballroom or outside!

I am a big believer that if you are going to include this detail into your wedding, you need to do it right and make it fabulous OR skip it and use the money towards something else. Aisle markers should not look like an afterthought; they should look like they were intended and that you put thought into the design. A beautiful aisle marker can turn a plain look into an astounding one.

CLINK guidelines to ensure aisle marker success:

*If you are in a place of worship, check to see what they allow/do not allow. Also, have your florist get the size of the pew so they can figure out how to affix the adornment to the pew. There are a lot of rules about what materials can be used to adhere décor to the pews. You can never go wrong with hanging the décor with gorgeous ribbon that enhances your wedding palette.

*Aisle markers can be reused at your reception to maximize your wedding budget! Poseys, pomanders or even free standing aisle markers can be moved as long as the design goes with your reception look. The other key is to ensure that guests do not see the transition in motion. We do not recommend assigning this task to friends/family. Have your florist stay through the ceremony and them move the items to the new location. The florist is the most qualified to handle this and can spruce them up if needed. You don’t want your guests getting dirty/sweaty having to help with your décor.

*Aisle markers can also turn into a beautiful petal or lavender toss. Have your favorite fresh floral or herb placed in paper cones and let guests toss them when you make your first walk down the aisle as husband and wife! Make sure guests know what to do, either have a matching instructions sign on the cone or assign the aisle seats to your friends that are in the know. Pick a heavier paper to make sure it is substantial and won’t spill, and pick a pattern that you love and don’t be afraid to use multiple looks!

*Placement of your aisle markers is crucial. While you don’t need to adorn every row, just doing the first aisle may look odd. Decide on what you can do on your budget and spread them out from the front of the space to the back.

*We are always getting requests for a “candlelit ceremony.” CLINKers agree there is nothing more romantic than getting married in a room full of candles; we also know that most ceremonies occur before the sun sets and the candle look will only work in a darkened room. If you have the right ceremony space, huge pillar candles in oversized glass vases running the length of the aisle is the definition of the candlelit look!

Here’s to the details,
Gina

Photography Courtesy of Eclectic Images, Jennifer Lindberg Weddings and Red Fly Photography


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Friday, August 13, 2010 Posted in things we CLINK to

How can we thank you? Let us count the ways!

Today’s blog is dedicated to an amazing team of girls that really made this summer the most productive in CLINK history – our summer interns. The group of collective talent we had available is going to be hard to beat.

Erin, one of our operations interns can do anything. She is proactive, assertive and gets the job done no matter what it is. She is a ridiculously hard worker and never gets stressed out by the million things we have assigned to her. We were lucky enough to talk Erin into staying on and assisting CLINK’s events AND interning one more semester. She is drinking the CLINK kool-aid ;)

Helen, one of our design interns is a true rock star! Creativity oozes out of this girl. With minimal direction, she created mood boards, redesigned our list of services and executed events like a seasoned professional. I wish I were half as creative as she is at her age. I BEGGED her to not go back to USC (sorry, Helen’s parents) but she still has two more years and I guess education is important, yada yada yada ;)

Katy, our other events intern never ceased to amaze us. Seriously, driving all over the state to get our new flooring is truly above and beyond. You were invaluable in building the databases. And we are thrilled that you will be sticking around to help assist events; your presence is a great reassurance.

Virginia, our other design intern is the daughter of Susie – who owns Paper Place – so of course, she was a natural fit.  Growing up around Paper Place gives you an instant sense of great taste – and Virginia had it!!! Her attention to detail and endless research made so many projects happen and she is the true definition of a team player!

Ladies, we cannot thank you enough. Welcome bags, chair ties, venue database,– you made a HUGE difference at CLINK. And we simply would not have made it into the new office without you! Plus you did it all with smiles on your faces and without rolling your eyes! We puffy heart each of you more than you can know!!!!

CLINKing to Erin, Helen, Katy and Virginia,
Gina + the entire CLINK team!!!

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Wednesday, August 11, 2010 Posted in weddings

Jenee + Keenan

Horseshoe Bay Resort Marriott

Jenee and Keenan’s wedding can be described in one word: WOW! When we first met Jenee and her mom Gena, we knew this wedding would be one for the CLINK record books! The décor inspiration: Virgins, Saints and Angels (an amazing brand of jewelry that has expanded into much more) meets Betsey Johnson. Could anything be more magnificent together?

The couple met in Lubbock and have been in each other’s lives for a very long. Keenan proposed under the stars at Jenee’s family lake house in Horseshoe Bay, so their wedding was held under the stars on the lawn of Horseshoe Bay Marriott. We love it when stories come full circle.

Jenee and Gena have impeccable and distinctive taste in fashion! We met our creative soul mates in this mother/daughter duo! Jenee’s dress was beautifully flowing and had amazing details in the floral rosette and ruching. Her accessories spoke for themselves: Gold, turquoise, diamonds . . . she had it all. AND THE SHOES! Christian Louboutin gold, sparkling heels for the ceremony and dinner and then a pair of fun Naughty Monkeys for the dancing!

The ceremony was stunning! We tied citron and teal chair ties on every chair and accented them with a cameo attached on each chair back. The wedding arbor was beautiful and brought a pop of color against the blue water backdrop. “Smile” by Uncle Cracker was played for Jenne’s entrance and was timed “to the second” so that Jenee would hit the aisle as soon as the words “You Make Me Smile” were played.

Guests dined on the lawn and were treated to a feast including chicken fried lobster on a stick. This is seriously one of the best things we have ever tasted. An iced champagne bar was set up in a cabana and was not only striking, but functional!

We used several different table styles on the wooden deck, lawn, pool area and even the sand. Every table style had its own linen: crinkled taffeta in shades of pumpkin and teal were on the larger tables and had vintage lace runners to make them oh-so-Betsey. Fuchsia cutwork taffeta and custom teal linens with large fuchsia floral were on all of the cocktail tables. The head table had Lolla champagne flutes filled with jellybeans in colors of the wedding for each wedding party member.

The floral was out of this world. Different containers including: satin fabric that was corseted, glittered boxes and feathered boxes. Bold and vibrant and eclectic – there was not one person that wasn’t in awe of them. Garlands of orchids hung at various places and made the tropical look elegant. The centerpiece on the sign-in table was a gorgeous, gold vintage birdcage that had sequined birds clipped on for a whimsical touch. Guests left notes for the couple on stationery that was personalized with the saying “If you’re a bird, I’m a bird” from Jenee’s favorite scene in the movie, The Notebook.

Jenee’s cake was a custom designed cake with a different look for every layer: jewels, pearls, gold feathers and then a combination of them all. SO FUN!!! Keenan’s was also a show stopper – an 8’ long football field with a life size football made out of cake . . . perfect for this coach! Flavored milk was passed with cake and that was a surprise that thrilled Jenee!

Mr. Lott gave a heart-warming toast and as soon as he mentioned the word “fireworks” at the end, a fireworks display began over the water! How could it get better…well they were about to find out! Guests lined up to send Jenee and Keenan off in a very fun streamer bomb exit and instead of leaving, everyone headed into the Y bar for an after party! Talk about the perfect night that never ends!!!!

Jenee and Keenan, we wish you the best in your new life together. Y’all are a wonderful and sweet couple and are just perfect together. Gena, what a BLAST we had. We loved every minute of it!!!

Love,
Aimee, Courtney and Gina

Photography Courtesy of Diana M. Lott Photography


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