Wednesday, December 15, 2010

Ballerina Wedding look inspired by the movie Black Swan

The performances of Natalie Portman and Vincent Cassel in Black Swan may have garnered the adulation of the film critics, but it's the spectacular visual feast of tulle and tutus that will have brides clamoring for ballerina-inspired wedding looks for the most important role of their lives.






This season, some of the most memorable bridal designs channel Swan Lake, with dresses featuring corset tops, big tulle skirts, and feather accents. Designers such as Randi Rahm—who named one dress "Odette" after the white swan in Tchaikovsky's famous ballet—and Vera Wang—whose dresses showcase enormous, flowy, light-as-air skirts and tight bodices—allow a bride to live out her ballerina fantasy.


The best part about this style of dress is that it's forgiving to most figures. The corset creates a cinched waist and accentuates beautiful shoulders, while the skirt covers a bottom half that just might fall short of a dancer's physique.

Article by Millie Martini Bratten, BRIDES magazine
you can read more of this article at http://www.brides.com/blogs/brides-daily/2010/12/ballerina-wedding-looks-inspired-by-black-swan.html

Sunday, October 31, 2010

HALLOWEEN EVENTS-FAMILY FUN [ DADE,BROWARD AND PALM BEACH ]

Happy Halloween everyone, I had a lot of people who called me for events going on today so it is my pleasure to introduce to you all the family fun night event that is being held on Halloween.

DADE COUNTY
Monster Splash –  October 31 at Miami Seaquarium 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Enjoy Halloween themed shows, haunted houses, rides, slides, grand-finale fireworks and lots of spooky fun. . Admission for adults is $24.95 and for kids $21.95. For more information, visit www.miamiseaquarium.com or call 305-361-5705.

7th Annual Antioch Missionary Baptist Church of Miami Gardens: Oct 31, 2010 6pm-10pm

Sun Life Sadium 2269 Dan Marino Drive, Miami Gardens, Fl $6 entry fee




BROWARD

Christ of Rock Community Church-11000 Stirling Road  Cooper City, FL 33328: free games, food and carnival rides from 6-10pm

Flamingo Gardens and Wildlife Sanctuary – October 25, October 26 and October 31 starting at 11:30 a.m.


Bring the kids for a costume parade followed by story time. Admission price for adults is $8.50, kids $4.25 and kids under 4 are free. Admission includes entry to the haunted house and a tour of the garden. For more information, call 954-473-2955.


Spooktacular – October 31at Weston Town Center from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.
This year's Halloween at Weston Town Center will be better than ever! Come out in your favorite costume for candy, candy, candy!!! There will be concessions from Stop Burgers and Delvecchio's. Costume Contest from ages 3-14. PET COSTUME CONTEST THIS YEAR!!! Contact Lauren at the Leasing Office for rules and how to enter: lharrison@westonleasingfl.com or call 954-349-5900.

Saturday, October 30, 2010

ERIC 15th BIRTHDAY PARTY | GQ THEME

Venue: Jazz Cafe and Grille
Photography: Cedino Teme

Met Mrs. Jones who was so thrilled to throw her son his 15th Birthday Party, unaware of the theme Upgrade Events build a theme that no one ever came about doing, GQ Theme Party, not only Mr. Eric Meadows came in the party with style but had many loving friends and family supporting his day. After a hectic day  the night were still young for Mr. GQ Eric and his friends. Wow when they party they party hard!!!!.
Hope you enjoyed your Birthday Eric!
Here are teaser of the decor!








(special thanks to all the vendors that have participated in this event) 

Tuesday, September 28, 2010

HOW TO: Personalized your aisle runner

Okay, having a aisle runner  is basically a neccesity to have a beautiul wedding. Traditional brides stay on the safe end and stick to a white aisle runner while the modern brides add a little style to theirs. To save money brides are now personalizing their own aisle runner without spending that extra $40-$50.
Step One: Creating your monogram (you can create your monogram on powerpoint, paint, publisher or photoshop) print out your colored monogram and save it on your flashdrive.
Step Two : Go to your local Kinkos and have them blow up your monogram black and white at 400%(standard 36' wide runner) if you runner is smaller or wider then you can adjust the percentage according to the size of your runner.estimated $5.00
Step three: Now pull out your aisle runner  (estimated $15-$25) on flat surface and unroll it out to where you want you monogram to be (usually 5 feet) place your enlarged monogram under your aisle runner and use blue painter's tape to hold each corner of your monogram that is paralled to your aisle runner. You should be able to see your monogram through the aisle runner. note*make sure you placed cardoard under your monogram because paint will leaked through)
Step four: use a stencil to trace over your monogram and then carefully paint your monogram with your desired colors .Watch your monogram come to life! Before you remove the card board wait until it dry!
Check out images below:

Wednesday, September 1, 2010

WANT TO MODERNIZE YOUR PARTY?

Ronen Rental from Miami has the most extrodinary, stylistic, modernize items to dress up your affair. They create an exclusive atmosphere by furnishing your event from chairs to ottoman, and customize bars that can signaturize your event. I met with Ronen at a networking event and he was one of the most down to earth vendor ever!!!!  So if you ever need exclusive rentals give him a buzz and let Ronen Rentals furnish your party...  


Wednesday, July 14, 2010

WHO, WHAT AND WHAT IS A DAMASK WEDDING

Nothing sets off a chic color scheme like an elegant dose of pattern! Make your event pop off the page with these timeless florals, paisleys, toiles and damasks.Today I decided to put together pictures of weddings with damask theme. But, be careful to not overdue the damask - not everything has to have the damask pattern on it. For example, I wouldn't pair the damask dinnerware set on top of the damask table runner.
Here are couple of example of "THE CHIC DAMASK"

Is anybody having black and white wedding? A damask wedding? Has any photographer or wedding planner worked with a bride and groom on a wedding with this particular theme or colors? Please email me at mail@upgradeeventsbyingrid.com to have your wedding featured here.

Friday, July 2, 2010

Diane+ Jameson | Engagement Dinner

Theme: "Paradise Love"
Venue & Catering  : Jazz Cafe & Grille
Photography: Cedino
Cookie Pops- Jaks Catering

Congratulation to Diane and Jameson on their engagement!!!! Wooo hooo these two couples are absolutely stunning. Diane came to us wanting an intimate and simple Dinner. We collaborated the vibrant colors of purple and green and  orchids to simply give her the paradise feeling. Thanks to photojournalist photographer Cedino who came and celebrated Diane & Jameson Engagement and special thanks to Jazz Cafe & Grille for the delicious dinner they provided. Please check below for some teasers.