Showing posts with label austin planner. Show all posts
Showing posts with label austin planner. Show all posts

Tuesday, October 8, 2013

Tuesday Tip: Start building your guest list early!

You're engaged... now what?


One of the first steps in planning your wedding (other than hiring a planner ahhhem Stratford Events) should be building a guest list. It's one of the most important aspects in planning, but most couples overlook this task or don't take it as seriously as they should. 

Here are three reasons why you should build your guest list early in the planning process:

1. The guest count is a huge factor to consider when searching for the perfect venue. 

2. When creating a budget, it is necessary to know how many guests you plan to invite. This determines the amount of meals that have to be ordered, chairs that need to be rented, tables that have to be provided, etc. 

3. The guest list can be a very stressful topic. It is best to have conversations early on regarding your guest list and how many people each family can invite.

Contact Stratford Events if you have any questions about building your guest list! 

Wednesday, October 2, 2013

How to Include Your Dog in Your Wedding!

For all you dog owners- There is no doubt that many of you are crazy in love with your canine companion, and you may be considering including your dog on your wedding day. Whether you want to place a bow-tie around him or put her in a flower girl dress, there are endless possibilities to include your dog. 

Paws Pet Photography 

If you are going to include your pup, there are a few points you may want to consider. First, you should make sure dogs are allowed on site at your venue. Then...if he or she is going home with you, you will also want to book a dog-friendly hotel. Bringing a crate for the dog to relax in during the day at the wedding or hotel would be smart. 


The White Gown

If you plan to have your dog accompany you down the aisle, make sure you have a few test runs and let him or her become accustom to the ceremony space. There should be a back up plan in place in case things don't go exactly as planned- arrange for someone the dog is familiar with to take care of your pup before, during and after the wedding. Dogs can be easily stimulated during large events and can become dehydrated quickly, therefore, make sure to treat your dog like one of the guests and make food and water accessible. 


styleunveiled.com- bridal and formal 

KTMerry

If you want your pooch to have a main role, give our dog a collar of crystals or pearls, a collar made of flowers or dress him in a classic tuxedo. 

So maybe your dog is too rambunctious to be a part of the wedding...there are other ways you can show the significance of your favorite companion (the one other than your fiance of course).

April Foster Events 

You can take engagement photos and include pictures in your save-the-date's or invitations. Have a fun cake topper created of your furry friend, use a silhouette photo on your menu or program, or have dog cufflinks for the groom! 

Bridal Guide 

There are so many fun and creative ways to include your dog in your wedding celebration, and we have only listed a few. Be prepared though, with all the dog-lovers out there, your pup's cuteness may steal the spotlight!

Comment and let us know how you have included your dog or dogs in your wedding or events! 


- Thanks to intern Renee LeSage for writing this blog- 









Thursday, September 12, 2013

Venue Spotlight

Guess the Venue 



Caroline and Ben Photography 

Beautiful landscaping 

Lulu Lopez Modern Photography

Captivating Stained Glass Windows


Lulu Lopez Modern Photography

Ability to Tent Outdoors



theknot.com

Plenty of Trees and Green Space



It is Mercury Hall

Mercury Hall has been an Austin venue favorite for a while...built in 1904 a while! It is located minutes south of downtown and can be transformed to accommodate so many different styles. Indoor capacity is 120-150 guests and using both indoor and outdoor is up to 250. We would love to help your wedding day dream become a reality at Mercury Hall. 

Mercury Hall
Events & Performance Center
615 Cardinal Lane
Austin, TX 78704
info@mercuryhall.com 
mercuryhall.com