State of Business, Something Classic Events

So, again it has been a while since I posted.  There has been a lot going here.

First of all, I am in the process of renaming/rebranding Something Classic Events.  I feel the name and brand I have now does not represent me and how I want my business to be portrayed.  So, look for the new reveal this fall!

Things are really starting to pick up now that wedding season is in full force.  We have some new business hours that I want to make everyone aware of.  Business hours are Monday - Thursday between 8am - 4pm.  We are closed on New Year's Day, Birth of Martin Luther King, Jr., Washington's Birthday, Memorial day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.  If one of these days falls on a Saturday or Sunday, we will be closed the next business day.

Here are some additional days we will be closed this year:

• Thursday, June 9 - Sunday, June 12 - there will be very limited access to email and I will not have access to my cell
• Sunday, June 19 - Sunday, June 26 - there will be no email access and no cell phone access

We have also hired a new assistant and she has been wonderful!!!  We can't wait to introduce her to all of our brides and grooms.

And finally, the biggest announcement.  

note this is not our baby, just one that is 11 weeks.

Something Classic Events and our family will be expanding by 1.  Baby is due at the end of the year.  I am almost 11 weeks pregnant and feeling ok.  I have had severe morning sickness (read all day sickness) since 6 weeks.  I hope after the 1st trimester it will go away.  We are so excited and can't wait for our new addition.  When the time gets closer, I will advise everyone about maternity leave.

As I always say, hopefully I'll get back into blogging soon!!!

Danielle

ABCs

I saw this on another blog and thought it might get me in the mood for posting...so here goes nothing!

Age: 28

Bed: King and I love it!

Chore I hate: Laundry, I am ok with loading and unloading but it is the putting it away part I loathe.

Dogs: Two; Clover (girl)- 5 years old golden mix and Trooper(boy)- 6 month old chow (we think) husky mix.

Essential start of your day: Checking my email.

Favorite Color: Hmmm...this is a hard one for me, I go between several...so I can just say several?  I really like grey, teal, pink and black.

Gold or silver: Silver

Height: 5'3" and a half

Instruments I play (or have played): Alto sax and piano

Job Title: Wedding Planner!!

Kids: 1; 3 year old little girl

Live: Colorado

Mom's Name: Maryann

Nickname: I don't have a nickname but sorta do.  Let me explain, when I was in high school I was a cheerleader.  We decided to have our name put on EVERYTHING!  It was expensive to do it and I payed for the stuff out of my own pocket so, to save money I nicknamed myself Danni.  I couldn't stand it after that year and went back to Danielle.  My old coach cheer coach and teacher now teaches with my husband.  When my husband was new to the district, he went to a BBQ to get the know the department.  They were talking about spouses and he mentioned me.  She blurted out "Danni?!?"  So now, every now and then, he calls me Danni.  Ugh!

Overnight hospital stays: Only 1 time, when I had my daughter

(this is one of my all time favorite pictures!!)

Pet Peeve: I probably shouldn't mention these, I have a lot!

Quote from a movie: Smiling is my favorite.

Right or left handed: Right.

Siblings: 1 sister, 14 months younger than me.

Time you wake up: Way too early! I love to sleep.

Umbrella: I have one in my car.

Vegetables you dislike: Radishes, Brussel Sprouts, Mushrooms, and a few more things.

What makes you run late: My husband and daughter, when either of them are involved, I run late and then I have to speed to make up the time.

X-rays you've had done: 1 time for a broken arm and the rest have been for the dentist

Yummy food you make: I think I make a lot of yummy stuff, my husband doesn't always think so. 

Zoo animal: Giraffes

Planners and Cost

There have been a TON of these articles written lately, by myself and others.  I think it is important to showcase and bring them to you (...if you are out there!).  I know I am not the best writer, so by giving you access to these other articles, you can read what I really mean, even if I don't have the exact words to say it.

So here are a few articles...

Cocktails and Details
WeddingDIVA
Planner Pages
Weddlady (this is one of my favorites!  Make sure you read the download!)

And because a post is better with pictures, here is a wedding we just did in March!

MIA...but back with tips!!

I know, I know, I have been MIA, my last post was almost 2 months ago.
I have felt out of the loop of blogging and plus, I am not sure how many people ready this, so I always put it on the back burner.
I am going to try harder though and we'll see... maybe I'll be inspired.

Anywho, I wanted to share this link with you: 5 things to know about your vendors
It is all true and sometimes we just need a reminder.
Enjoy reading and I'll be back soon!!!


Danielle

Do you need a wedding planner?

How do you know? If someone has told you that you should have a planner? Do you want to know for yourself? Answer these simple questions and then you will know for yourself.


• Do you (or your mom or your aunt) want to setup and teardown your wedding?

• Do you (or your grandmother or your sister) want to run to the store when the bar runs out of liquor or ice?

• Do you (or your sister in law or matron of honor) want be the contact person for the day of the wedding?

• Do you (or your mother in law or bridesmaid) want to replenish napkins/cupcakes/popcorn when they run out?

• Do you (or your maid of honor or friend) want to get on site 2 hours before the ceremony starts to make sure everything is being perfectly setup?

• Do you (or your sister is law or mom) want to leave right after the rehearsal to go to your wedding site to make sure the tent is being setup properly?

• Do you (your mom or your great aunt) want to know that your cake fell and the bakery only had 30 minutes to fix it?

• Do you want your mom or friend or family member or invited guest-that-is-going-to-be-my-planner to worry that something is being taken care of the whole day?

If you answered no to any of these questions, you need to hire a wedding planner, or at least a day of coordinator. If you think that your venue coordinator is going to take care of these things, then you are mistaken. They are there for the venue, not for you like a planner or coordinator would be.

In addition,

• Do you want a stress free wedding day?

• Do you want to enjoy the wedding day with your friends and family?

• Do you want someone to setup and teardown your wedding?

• Do you want to have someone execute your wedding day how you envisioned?

• Do you want someone to take charge of the event and your vendors?

• Do you want your wedding to be one of the best days of your life?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, you need to hire a wedding planner. There are so many little details that go into your wedding day that you do not want to deal with. Instead of leaving it up to a friend or family member (who doesn’t know much about what goes into putting a wedding together or is unfamiliar with a BEO), why not hire someone (a professional) that can take care of those details so your guests can truly be guests? Wedding planners are able to offer you peace of mind and allow you to fully relax – so you can enjoy your day, and so can your family members and friends.

Furthermore, I always tell my clients; don’t you want your family members and close friends to be with you while you are getting ready or having pictures taken or during cocktail hour? Can you imagine your mom (or friend or aunt) rushing to get lined up (or sit down) for the ceremony – she’s sweaty, flustered and isn’t able to focus on the ceremony because she is worried that she didn’t put a favor at each place setting? I am sure you don’t want anyone to feel that way, much less a family member or friend. Another tidbit, hire people you can sue or get mad at. Seriously. Do it. Do you want to ruin a relationship with a friend or family member because they didn’t set up your reception how you envisioned? Don’t think that will be you? It could be, so why take the chance. If you know you have a specific vision, it is even more critical to hire a planner to make sure your vision is executed (and you can get mad if it isn’t).

Hire a planner or day of coordinator, enjoy your wedding day and be stress free.

Wordless Wednesday

Dawn Gioia Photography

Devil's Thumb Ranch Wedding - Style Me Pretty and Couture Colorado Feature

Style Me Pretty and Couture Colorado has featured one of our weddings.  The wedding took place last November in Devil's Thumb Ranch.  The bride incorporated many DIY and personalized details throughout the wedding.  We were so honored to be the day of coordinator for this wedding.  Brinton Studios took these amazing pictures!!  Check it out at the links below!

Style Me Pretty

Couture Colorado