Featured {Austin Wedding Blog}

We are so honored to be featured on Austin Wedding Blog this week! This site is a fabulous local resource for all things weddings - so keep it weird Austin brides and check it out today!


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Inspiration {Twilight Wedding Gown}

So Although You Aren't Marrying A Hot Vampire, You Can Still Look The Part ---Bella's Dress Is Now Available At Alfred Angelo for only $800! 

Fall Wedding Planning Discount

Vendor Spotlight {Hyatt Regency Austin}

Are you looking for a beautiful downtown hotel complete with an amazing staff for your wedding? Look no further than the Hyatt Regency Austin, located on the shores of Lady Bird Lake & just steps from the exciting Congress Avenue District. The Hyatt has it all; perfect location, stunning views, 4 different ballrooms to choose from, delicious food, and an experienced staff to help the evening run smoothly. I recently had the opportunity to meet with Stephanie Bierlein, Catering Manager at the Hyatt Regency Austin. She is the sweetest person you will ever meet & with years of experience in the hospitality industry she brings a quality level of service that's hard to find. She gave me a tour of the Hyatt's stunning ballrooms which can seat anywhere from 30-1,000 people, allowing for both intimate & grandiose affairs. My favorite is definitely the Foothills Ballroom which is located on the 17th floor & offers sweeping views of downtown Austin--believe me, you can't find views like this anywhere else! Check out the photos below & Contact Stephanie @ 512-480-2095 today to schedule your own tour of this impressive Four Diamond hotel.

**The Hyatt Regency Austin is offering a Special Wedding Promotion: Hold your wedding at the Hyatt and you will receive up to five complimentary nights at a participating Hyatt resort in the United States, Mexico or Aruba. For more information please contact the hotel or visit http://www.hyattweddings.com/.

Click Here To View The Hyatt Regency Austin's Online Brochure

Entry Foyer

Lobby

Above View of Lobby

Texas Ballroom Lobby

Outdoor Ceremony Location

View of Pool From 2nd Outdoor Ceremony Location

View From Foothills Ballroom

Night View From Foothills Ballroom

Reception in Foothills Ballroom

Buys For Brides Deal

We are excited to be the featured deal this week on Buys For Brides! Get a $100 Gift Card towards Wedding Planning Services, Party Planning Services, or Event Rentals for only $25! But hurry this offer ends October 9th!

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Photo by Jake Holt Photography- www.jakeholt.com

Inspiration {Bride Dress}

OMG- Aren't these dresses the cutest things ever! I would have loved to have this on my wedding day for all those "getting ready" shots. Cute, Cute, Cute & the best part.... they are local! Check out Armor of God's Etsy page to view their complete collection.

Inspiration {Pink & Orange Dessert Table}

I just love this bright & cheerful dessert table designed by One Divine Party but my favorite thing is definitely the cotton candy topiaries- it's my childhood fantasy come to life! Yummy :)

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Umlauf Open House

We Are Proud To Be A Preferred Vendor At Umlauf Sculpture Garden & Museum- Don't Miss Their Open House This Wednesday September 21st! 

 

Inspiration {DIY Wedding Invitations}

DIY Wedding Invitations Are A Simple Way To Reduce Your Wedding Budget & With So Many Options Available You Are Sure To Find A Design That Fits Your Style. Below Are Just A Few Examples Of The FREE Downloads Available From Love & Lavender!

 

Fall Coordination Special

Check Out Our Amazing Fall Special...But Hurry We Only Have A Few Dates Left!!

 

Another Rave Review

I just love working with Moms to help plan their daughter's perfect wedding & Konyi was no exception. She was so excited about Lindsay's wedding & her joy was contagious! Here is a little excerpt from their thank you notes (wedding 9.3.11)...

Lindsay (Bride)---
Just wanted to thank you again for all of your awesome work this weekend. You have no idea how great it was to watch my mom relax and enjoy herself last night. I never expected to see her bustin' a move on the dance floor and she wouldn't have without the help of you and your crew! Our entire wedding weekend was perfect and we couldn't have imagined anything better. You did a wonderful job pleasing so many people and Darren & I are so grateful.

Konyi (Mother of the Bride)---
Just wanted to thank you again for everything you did during the coordination of the wedding.......wow, what would we have done without you? It was so awesome for Les & I to feel we could just sit back and enjoy the evening and our guests, because you were handling it all. You did an awesome job, and we really appreciate all of your time & effort!

Alvina Valenta Trunk Show

 

Unbridaled Is Having An Alvina Valenta Trunk Show This Thurs, Fri, & Sat- Brides Will Receive A Special 10% Discount. Call Today To Schedule Your Appointment 444-2743

Inspiration {Lace Necklace}

Just Love This Dainty Lace Necklace From A Nordic Rose On Etsy -Simply Stunning!

Vendor Spotlight {Byrne-Reed House}

I recently had the opportunity to get a sneak peek of the Byrne-Reed House in heart of downtown. This stunning 100 year old restored mansion is Austin's newest event facility & is available for weddings, showers, parties, & meetings. Built in 1907 at the corner of 15th & Rio Grande the house is an Austin gem & has been fully restored to it's original glory. In the 1970s it was wrapped in a stucco facade which completely entombment the original house (see pictures below) making it impossible to know that just under the surface was a gorgeous mansion which was hidden for almost 40 years! The Humanities Texas foundation carefully & lovingly restored every detail of this priceless Austin landmark. Many of the features such as the flooring & windows are original to the house being perfectly preserved under the 70's stucco facade. When you see the before & after photos it's truly amazing, the Byrne-Reed House is like a beautiful butterfly that has been released from it's cocoon. Stepping into this mansion is like stepping back in time, it's absolutely stunning & one of a kind.

Contact us today to find out more information about hosting your next event at the Byrne-Reed House.

Rental Rates:

50–100 guests Mid-size weddings, parties, and business events.
	Daytime (9a–3p)	Evening (5p–10p)	All day (9a–10p)
Mon.–Thurs.	$500	$750	$1,100
Friday	$600	$1,200	$1,500
Saturday	$1,200	$1,500	$2,500
Sunday	$1,000	$1,000	$1,700

Photo of Original Byrne-Reed House

1970's Stucco

Current photo of Bryne-Reed House

Original Photo of Reed Family in front of the Entrance

Original Photo of Reed Family on the South Porch

Current view of South Porch

Original Tile

Entrance with Parlor Doors to Living Room

Living Room

Alternate view of Living Room

Doors to Porch off Living Room

Beautiful Staircase

Original Photo of Bride Ruth Reed on the Staircase

Alternate view of Staircase

View of 2nd Floor

Dining Room

View of the Capital from the South Porch

Front View of Byrne-Reed House

Inspiration {Flower Pomander}

Interested in a little DIY project for your next event? Check out this tutorial by Pizzazzerie on how to make your own beautiful pomander. It's perfect for a centerpiece, dessert table, flower girl, hanging over a cake table, & more....just let your imagination run wild!

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