Managing RSVP's can be a grueling process, especially when wedding guests neglect to put their names on the RSVP. Yes, even though you clearly have a space for them to write in their names, they still forget! Now you are left with loads of RSVP's and no names to match them with.

Eliminate the hassle of trying to figure out which response card belongs to which guest by pre-writing the guests' names on the reply card. Or you can choose to write a small number lightly in a concealed area on the back of the card. Keep a list of the numbers that coordinate with each guest so that you can easily track the RSVP's.

We invite you to visit our booth at the Who's Who In "I Do" Beauty Bridal Show on November 14th. Held at the Omni New Orleans, you will have the opportunity to meet with many of the area's top wedding professionals. ABC's beauty reporter, Catherine Shreves, will also be there sharing all of the latest beauty tips and trends. Be sure to stay for the unique fashion show where the most adorable adoptable pets will be strutting down the catwalk! This is definitely a show that can't be missed. Get in touch with us to score your complimentary tickets!

Date: Sunday, November 14, 2010
Time: 2:00PM-5:00PM
Location: Omni Hotel New Orleans | 621 St. Louis Street
Tickets: $10 In Advance / $15 At The Door

Back in July, we blogged on the continuing trend of uniquely themed engagement photo shoots. Nichole Manning of Belle Amour Photography really captured this trend with Michelle and Jed's carnival themed engagement session and we just had to share the results with you. Shot in Carousel Gardens Amusement Park, the engagement sitting was a blast for both Nichole and the couple! From the breathtaking antique wooden carousel to exciting rides like bumper cars and mini roller coasters, Nichole took every available opportunity to capture Michelle and Jed having the time of their lives. Check out some of the amazing shots from Michelle and Jed's photo shoot.

Engagements, weddings, maternity...there are always reasons to celebrate and you can count on Belle Amour Photography to capture those memories! Visit the Belle Amour Photography website at www.photographybybelleamour.com
 to see more of their work and to discuss their services for your desired photo shoot!

Calling all brides to attend the Black Tie and Gold Bridal Show at the Dome tomorrow (formal attire optional). While we won't be able to make it out to the show, you will still be able to meet with many of the area's other finest wedding professionals. You will also be able to enjoy live music by Groovy 7 while sipping on complimentary champagne. And keep an eye out for the grand wedding cake display, which will take up an entire hallway at the show! This is definitely an event that you don't want to pass up!

Date: Tuesday, October 19, 2010
Time: 6:00PM-9:00PM
Location: Bienville Club Lounge At The Louisiana Superdome
Parking: Gate 6 ($10 Per Vehicle)
Tickets: $15 Cash At The Door

A beautiful setting of sand, water, and seashell accents create the perfect ambiance for a beach themed wedding. Ivory and different shades of brown are of course your must have colors. Throw in hints of coral or pale blue to add a unique twist to your color palette!

Personalized water bottles are the perfect choice for those outdoor summer weddings or for those weddings that go so late into the night that the guests will need water from all of that partying! There are many websites that sell these customized favors in various sizes and label designs. Try:

www.beau-coup.com/personalized-bottled-water.htm
www.myweddingfavors.com/wedding-water.html
http://weddingshop.theknot.com/weddingwarehouse/homepage.aspx
www.bottleyourbrand.com/custom-water

While these websites do all of the work for you, the shipping costs can run very high because of the heavy weight of the water bottles. If you can't swing the high shipping costs or if you are a DIY kind of bride, you will be pleasantly surprised at how easy it is to customize water bottles for your wedding.

If you choose the DIY route, you are going to need water bottles with the labels removed and blank labels. I suggest ordering weatherproof labels from www.onlinelabels.com. They will withstand smudging when submerged in ice or water. Use Online Labels' Maestro Label Designer (trial always provided with a new order) to design your personalized labels. Then, simply print from your inkjet/laser printer and affix to the water bottles. Not sure how to design your label? Try using a monogram or the design from your invitations as a start. And don't forget to print test pages before the bulk print!