Beauty Confession

For those that know me & many of my brides, they soon figure out that I have a vice for the soap opera the Young & the Restless but most importantly all types of accessories. Its so bad I must confess, I am a sucker for a nice necklace and handbag.

Well I took a personal financial challenge at the beginning of the year and joined a female financial group that I will call the "Girl, Get Your Money Straight" group. We discuss finances, budgeting, stocks, investing etc. I've been doing really really good but do you ever just get the itch to buy a handbag? Ummm yeah, that is where I am right now! I am doing lots of "Online Window Shopping" and I have had so many things in my virtual shopping cart but *sigh* I closed out the browser and walked away.

Here are a few things that were in my cart today. I ♥ Bodhi handbags My fave is the black clutch with the safety pin handle!!!!

Unforgettable Moments

Lela Rose is definitely one of my favorite bridal gown designers! I have been doing some "Online Window Shopping" and ran across her Unforgettable Moments site for Payless Shoes. This collection captures Lela's signature style of glamour & luxury.

Now brides can purchase affordable bridal shoes by a amazing designer. The Unforgettable Moments collection comes is 64 colors, hand-finished, satin uppers & leather soles!

Shop Online in March 2009!

Words of Wisdom - Friday February 27, 2009

Friday, February 27, 2009

Good morning. If there's something to be said about building a successful marriage this is definetly it......... “Building MATURE love takes UNENDING negotiations. In ANY type of relationship, Its all about give and take, DEMANDING AND GIVING UP simultaneously.. That's the key to mature love! :-)

God is Love Rev Run

Intimate Weddings Giveaway

It's a Jaime Thing is offering their first ever Give-Away to four lucky readers! Readers and brides will have an opportunity to win a signed copy of the book, "Intimate Weddings" by author Christina Friedrichsen!

Visit her Wedding Inspirations banner to the left of our blog!!

100K Opulent Celebration

To celebrate our recent 100K visitor to our Opulent Favors & Gifts website, we are offering 10% off your total order from now until March 31, 2009!!!

Be sure to pass this along and use the discount code 100K!!

Unleash the Goddess

Ok, I know what you're thinking....Yes its a stripper pole and yes I am blogging about it!! I had the pleasure of talking the Elizabeth at Goddess a Go-Go a few weeks ago about planning specifics for a bachelorette party. I could not wait to share with you guys the great things that happen over at their Goddess studio in East Nashville!! You must remember this is all about fun & its also a great workout!!

In the month of February they are running a great special of buy one class for yourself and bring along a friend for FREE!!! Ya'll know I love freebie's!!

They offer classes & also party packages which make for fun times with your Maids!!!

More specifics....

• They request a minimum of 8 people for a party
• You can bring in food or champagne if you like
• Price $30/per person for about 2 hours
• Start time can be flexible
• In order to hold a group date they need a deposit of $100 payable via paypal & that fee is applied to the total charge for the party.
• The remaining payment can be paid in person the day of the party via cash or personal check
• Maximum number for a great private party is 16
• Their studio has (6) 14ft poles
• You can bring your own CD mix or IPOD if you want specific music, but they do have music
• They have a full locker room to change & shower if needed.
• Attire: Wear comfortable clothes. They recommend shorts and a tank top, no shoes or socks to make it easier to slide on the pole.
• Bring your own yoga mat

Contact Elizabeth & tell her Latrice from Bridal Opulence referred you!!

Goddess a Go-Go

P.O. Box 60319

Nashville, TN 37206-0319  

info@goddessagogo.net 

Telephone: 800.373.GOGO

Its Fat Tuesday - Lets Celebrate New Orleans Style

Oscar Fashion Favorite

This was by far my favorite gown of the evening, worn by Oscar Nominee Taraji P. Henson!

A stunning Roberto Cavalli white strapless gown & paired with 19th century Fred Leighton jewels & Mary Norton clutch.

Would you wear this gown for your wedding??

Signed, Sealed, Delivered.....Again!

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Postage is scheduled to increase once again.....it seems like we just had an increase, Sheesh! Brides please remember to put postage in your budget for invitations & Save the Dates if you have not done so already.

Purchase the Forever stamp from now until May 11, 2009, this is the only stamp that will never be subject to a rate increase.

On May 11 the price for a 1-ounce First-Class Mail stamp will increase from 42¢ to 44¢. Prices for other mailing services — Standard Mail, Periodicals, Package Services (including Parcel Post), and Extra Services — will also change.

Be proactive & purchase ahead of time!

Virtual Soiree

The fabulous Terrica is doing it again! 

Want a team of the hottest wedding planners to help you with your wedding?  Done!

Fabuluxe is excited to announce our first virtual event, Cocktails & Details: Virtual Soiree on March 5th.  

They are extending invitations to a select number of brides!  Here is your chance Nashville Brides to pow wow with the industry’s and blogosphere’s hottest wedding planners!  Ask questions, get advice and be fabulous in a comfortable, relaxed setting.

Would you like an ultra-exclusive invite?  Just send in your request to blog {at} fabuluxeinc dot com. 

Simply email  your wedding date and be sure to let her know where she can find your wedding website or blog.    

You will be sure to get on the guest list!  Be sure to tell her Latrice of Bridal Opulence sent ya!

Stay tuned for more fabulous details!

Custom Giftcards

Can't decide what to give your bridal party for their attendant gifts?  Why not a personalized Visa Giftcard?  Gift Card Lab is one of my favorite sites, for giving last minute gifts with a personalized touch.  GCL allows you to select Visa Giftcards & put your own personal twist by uploading personal pictures. 

What fun would it be to upload pictures from a girls night out, your bachelorette party or your wedding and give your Maids a extra special Visa giftcard that she will never forget!!

The charge for the personalized card is a flat rate of $5.95 + the amount you add to the card!

This is one giftcard they will never throw away!

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PWG Bridal Show Recap

Thank you & congratulations to all the new Brides that we met at the Perfect Wedding Guide Bridal Show at the Frist Center for Visual Arts on Sunday.

The theme of my Bridal Opulence booth was "Go Green & Go Bling"! I chose to go more chic & elegant because that is the vibe of the Frist Center!

The overall color palette for the table was classic black & white, I accented with a damask table runner & green pops of color under the damask and with the feather plumes. The main focal point was the bling crystal globes that were accented with bling voltives & larger faux diamonds sprinkled throughout the table.

Other personal accents were the damask & green Bridal Opulence table number, and the damask china place setting.

Overall the booth was a huge success with everyone! I want to thank Chelsea an upcoming bride for coming to hang out with me for a few hours to give a "Brides Perspective" on hiring a wedding planner!

Total numbers have not been passed along, however:

We passed out:

• 200+ custom postcards
• 200+ business cards
• 100 personalized lip balms
• 100 personalized damask mint tins
• 50 Old fashioned candy jars
• 23 Perspective bride packets

Thanks to everyone that stopped by the booth & happy 2009 & 2010 planning!!

Lela Rose at The Bride Room

The Bride Room
2209 Bandywood Drive
Nashville, TN 37215
P: 615.297.9899

ISO Blue Signature Cocktail

Signature cocktails put a unique touch on the cocktail hour during your reception.  Some brides choose a signature drink to match their color palette, while other simply give a drink a more personalized name.

 I am in search of the perfect Signature cocktail for one of my September brides!!  I need your input over the next few weeks on which cocktails sounds tasty!

First up...

The Blue Lagoon:

-Pineapple Juice

-Malibu Rum

-Blue Curacao

OR

-1 part blueberry-flavored vodka (recommended: Stoli Blue)
-1 part vanilla-flavored vodka (recommended: Stoli Vanilla)
-Splash sweet blue liqueur (recommended: Blue Curacao)
  -Fresh or frozen blueberries, for garnishFill cocktail shaker with ice cubes.

-Add all ingredients except berries and shake well.

-Pour into martini glass and garnish with blueberries.

Favor-ite Spotlight of the Week

Its all about the "Mr. & Mrs." with these great personalized gifts that will make everyone take  notice the happy couple!!

For more gifts for the Bride & Groom, log on to OpulentFAVORS.com!!

Welcome to our Blogosphere Family

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I was so excited when one of my September brides decided to starting blogging about her planning experience!!

Chelsea & Jordan will be married on September 12, 2009 at the lovely Hermitage Golf Course! Chelsea is so creative & gets the planing process!! I can't wait for you guys to start reading her exciting  updates, so please be sure to follow her blogs!!!

Visit her blogs & save it to your favorites!!:

Pink Bride Chelsea

The Future Mrs. Smith

Happy Blogging Chelsea!!!

Make Up Bar of Nashville

Looking for something to do with your girlfriends or bridesmaids?  Makeup Bar of Nashville is a new & innovative approach to the Ultimate Girls Night Out!!  Makeup Bar of Nashville is for the woman that loves all things fabulous or the woman that is in search of her Inner Diva!

Here is the skinny of the concept:

• Gather a group of your best girlfriends together
• Have your makup done by a professional Make-Up Artist {Airbrush make-up & Lashes}
• Glam it up for the camera with a professional photo shoot
• Cocktails of your choice!
• Packages start at $95/per person
• Groups can be 6-8 ladies or 8-20 ladies

For additional information about Make-Up Bar of Nashville or to book the Ultimate Girls Night Out please contact (615) 596-9878

Stay tuned for the Bridal Edition of Make-Up Bar of Nashville!!!

Incorporating children!

Blended families are very common today, but have you ever wondered how to incorporate your children into your wedding ceremony? Depending on the age of the children, you can make them feel apart of the wedding party by asking them to be attendants, junior attendants, flower girls or the ring bearer.

Children can also escort the bride (their Mom) down the aisle which shows that they have given their stamp of approval or blessing. Its important no matter how you choose to incorporate the children to consider doing a special family vow exchange, reading or prayer. This typically takes place immediately following the exchange of marriage vows.

Couples also choose to present the kids with a special gift; jewelry-for girls & a watch or ID bracelet- for boys. I think this portion of any blended family ceremony is so sweet because it allows you & your groom to open up & speak from your heart to the children during the ceremony.

The most important thing is to ensure they children are included if they want to be!!

Happy Valentine's Day

Happy Valentine's Day From Bridal Opulence Weddings & Events!!

We ♥ & appreciate our faithful readers!!

Sending a big Thank you to those Fab Southern Ladies of Southern Weddings!

I appreciate the Valentine's Day Love that graced my mailbox!!!

Send love & spread some love!!!

XOXO

Custom Cake Table Linens

I Do Linens has that "It Thing" with their Custom Cake Table Linens. Many bride & grooms put alot of thought and money into their wedding cake design.

I love that Tamara of I do Linens now offers custom cake linens that are the exact replica of the brides wedding dress! Fabulous!!

Rental starts at $75 and up. Purchase is available as well price depending on the design of the table. Basic would start at $100.

For more information Contact Tamara Email: tamara@idolinens.com Phone: 678-986-2251

Quote of the day

"Be the difference that makes the difference. Some will, some won't...so what!" - 

Simon T. Bailey

Gotta love Simon Bailey for starting our day off with a little inspiration!!

Come out, where ever you are!!

Over the past few months I've made it a priority to track & analyze our website traffic!!  

Our Opulent Planning blog gets lots of hits per day, but there are not as many comments, however many of the same IP addresses daily... so I know there are return visitors!!!  I ask of you on this post if you are a frequent reader of Opulent Planning with Latrice to leave us a comment!!  

In tracking some of the common Google/Search Engine  hits to our site....the following are frequent visitors!

• Antioch, Tn  "Opulent Latrice"
• Antioch Tn, "Bridal Opulence"
• Knoxville Tn
• Mt. Juliet Tn
• Hermitage Tn
• Atlanta, Ga
• Marrieta, Ga
• Greenville, South Carolina
• Madison, Tn
• Murfreesboro. Tn
• Houston, Tx
• Nashville, Tn
• North Carolina
• Germantown, Maryland
• Antioch Tn  "Opulence"
• New York
• Louisville, KY
• Bowling Green, KY  "Opulent Planning"
• Antioch, Tn  "Opulence Bride"

If you are a frequent reader....we appreciate your support!!  I would love for you to subscribe to our blog & it will be delivered directly to your inbox.....BONUS!!!

Looking forward to great comments and learning about our frequent readers!!

Website Survery - We just need a minute!

I promise, this will only take a minute of your time! If you wouldn't mind, please click on the link below and answer 9 quick, easy questions about different design aspects of wedding vendor's websites.

http://www.questionpro.com/akira/TakeSurvey?id=1152739

We won't record anything about you other than what state or country you are from - we don't even ask for your email address so no spam or anything like that.

You will likely see this link on lots of other blogs and sites - this survey is being shared all over the blog-o-sphere so please take the survey only once. 

If you have additional comments on the subject, please feel free to email me with those and I will share them with the other wedding vendors who are participating! We can't wait to hear what you have to say!

(If you are a wedding vendor and would like to participate, just copy this post to your blog and email Emilie Duncan the link at emilie {@} emilieduncan {.} com - She will send you the results once we have closed the survey in March)

Wordless Wednesday ---- Tiffany NEEDS No Introduction!

Bridal Handbags

More & more brides are making the decision to carry a small clutch bag with them during their reception. This is perfect for retouching makeup & your lipgloss so that your pictures will remain flawless throughout the evening.

I have been a huge fan of Judith Leiber for quite sometime. The Leiber brand represents all things luxe, elegance, style, and sophistication. I purchased my first Judith Leiber evening clutch at my favorite consignment shop here in the city several years ago for a fraction of the retail price! Although these bags are definitely for the Luxe bride, be sure to check out consignment stores in your area, you never know what you may just luck upon. Or you may be able to find another designer bag that looks just as nice!

My picks from Judith Leiber.

My favorite of course is the Precious Rose...the Top of the line!!

The winner is......

I am pleased to annouce the winner of our Get Yours book Freebie.  I selected the winner via Random.org, using the Single die Roller.  

The Winner is Comment #1 by the Fabulous Scarlett Lillian!!!  

You rolled 1 die:  We only had 4 comments submitted so this number was thrown out.

Timestamp: 2009-02-10 01:36:42 UTC

You rolled 1 die:  The Winning Number!!!

Timestamp: 2009-02-10 01:37:21 UTC

Congrats Scarlett!!  I hope you enjoy the book!