Fete & Festoon

11/04/2023

Some of the prettiest behind-the-scenes photos came from Sera + Cam’s day. The delicate design of the venue, the spectacular blooms, and the genuine emotion of everyone. Read more about it on our newest blog post! 💛

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08/04/2023

Sera + Cam 💛 Truly a highlight of last year's wedding season, and it's finally featured on our blog. We're going to spend next week showcasing our favorite details from this one, but check out all the deets here!

07/04/2023

We're back with the final part in our mini-series: what to do once engaged. In case you're joining us for the first time, here's a quick recap:

1. Enjoy your engagement
2. Consider the experience you want to have
3. Acknowledge the reality ($$$)

And part 4: Start looking at inspiration!

It will be helpful to have a broad idea of your wedding style before you pick your venue and start planning. Pinterest is a great place to find inspiration (but not make decisions), as are fashion magazines, event publications (Like PartySlate or Carots & Cake) and wedding publications that focus on the local area of where you'll get married, and even blog posts from local vendors (like ours! Link in bio 👀). Not only will you find great inspiration in design, but you'll see who the top vendors are, what their work looks like, and start getting an idea of who you want to hire.

And when that time comes, I hope you'll reach out to us! 🎊

Need any help breaking down our tips & how they can work for you? DM us . . . we want to hear your experience!

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03/04/2023

✨ this is your weekly reminder that your wedding is about what YOU want, and not tradition, societal norms, or what your friends or family expect of you. That is all ✨

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31/03/2023

Time for this week's tip in our mini-series of what to do once you're engaged.

In case you missed it, you can look back in our profile for the last two tips:

Part 1: Enjoy your engagement
Part 2: Consider the experience you want to have

And today, part 3: acknowledge the reality.

Wedding planning can be stressful as-is, but it's extra stressful if you're not prepared. Once your engaged, let these questions guide your planning experience:

1. What else will be happening in your life that could affect the time you have for wedding planning? (post-grad education, family responsibilities, buying a house, etc). If you have a lot going on, it will be helpful to set a wedding date further into the future.

2. How will you be paying for your wedding experience? Consider your own personal stakeholders and who might be contributing. This is the time to have those conversations, as uncomfortable as they may be. Make sure it’s clear who has decision-making power, and what the expectations are on spending that money. This will also help build your own savings goal, and guide you in how long you will need to save.

3. Do you want to hire a planning team? If you know you're going to hate event planning, it's at least worth considering. Remember, you want to enjoy your engagement, not dread this entire period of your life. 

This'll tie into last week's tip, also; if you LOVE being the center of attention & want to throw the biggest celebration your friends have ever seen, then you're gonna need to save some big bucks for it. But, if you're wanting something more intimate, or maybe even want to elope, a smaller budget is perfectly doable.

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28/03/2023

What's a controversial topic in the wedding world but shouldn't be? Wedding traditions.

You know what I'm talking about . . . the bouquet and garter toss, the cheesy wedding party intros, being expected to readincredibly personal vows in front of everyone you know and love, the parent dances . . . the list goes on.

Is anything wrong with these traditions? Well, no - for the most part (although we might argue against the bride being given away for the sake of being "given away"). But are they wedding requirements? Absolutely not!

So hear us out . . . if there are any wedding traditions or "expectations" that don't feel right to you, then don't do them! It's *your* day, and you shouldn't feel pressured to do anything just for the sake of tradition. Be intentional in your planning, and create a wedding that's reflective of you and your love; it'll be & feel dreamier than any other way you could have done it. And if anyone gets angry about it, then just blame us, your wedding planner 😉

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25/03/2023

Just a quick lil throwback to this delicate tablescape that was beautifully captured by 💛

23/03/2023

We're back with our mini-series of tips for once you're engaged.

Last week was Part 1: Enjoy your engagement.

This week's tip? Consider the experience you want to have.

And we mean, from start to finish. Some people love wedding planning, others just want to pick the colors & do the traditions. Some people want the formal pageantry, others want a low-key, intimate experience. Ask yourself these questions:
1. Do you enjoy being the center of attention?
2. What traditions & cultural elements are important to you?
3. In your personal life, do you like to plan gatherings or trips? Or do you prefer to experience it without being the decision-maker?
4. What does a romantic experience look like for you?
5. Are you hosting this wedding just for you & your future spouse, or for your family?

This will give you a starting point to strategize how you want to tackle wedding planning, and help reel in your ideas by reminding you what's most important to you. It can help you decide between eloping or hosting a traditional ceremony & reception, or even how to decide which traditions work for you.

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15/03/2023

Another engagement season has come & gone, and I'm sure there are tons of newly engaged couples out there wondering what to do next. So, join us for the next 4 Thursdays as we break it down.

Starting with Part 1: Enjoy your engagement!

As simple as it sounds, this will be the most important piece of wedding planning advice that I can give you. You have probably talked about your wedding before even becoming engaged, and that is fabulous. But just because you're wearing that ring doesn't mean you have to start rushing into it & making decisions all at once. Your engagement will be unlike any other period of your life. You deserve to bask in the goodness, in the romance, in the bursting pops of excitement - before the wedding planning stress kicks in.

So go ahead and be that couple - with as many lovey dovey moments as you can fit. Daydream about the exquisite moments of walking down the aisle or swaying to your first dance. Keep remembering why you're getting married. Because once the planning starts, it can be easy for the stress to take over & leave you wondering why you didn't stay in that engagement-bliss. So stay in it, while you consider what you want your wedding to look like ✨

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13/03/2023

One whole year since one of our favorite couples said 'I do' 🥲

A perfect, snowy day, for the winter princess that Deirdre is. served as the perfect environment & backdrop, captured the perfect portraits, Colby gave the sweetest ring-bearer's toast, and Kenobi & Moose were the perfect wedding-day hype-pups 🐶

We loved everything about this day, and we hope you'll join us in reminiscing. Happy anniversary, Deirdre & Brodie! 🥂

10/03/2023

On the blog! Top Dallas wedding trends that you need to know about 💅

Dallas wedding trends that engaged couples need to know.

09/03/2023

A little late on this Women's Day, but feeling grateful for the women on our team who make the magic happen.

Margaret has been here since the very beginning - before Fete & Festoon even existed & I was freelancing. She is our go-to bout girl & takes care of our clients like nobody else. Kelly has been in my life since we were kids & was a quick learner when she offered to help - and now we can't do it without her!

There have been so many ladies in our world who have helped make the magic happen - we just happen to have photos of these two, shot by , who is another rockstar asset to our team. May we all be as strong, dedicated, uplifting & gracious as these ladies are.

28/02/2023

Karishma & Dan celebrated their love in color with non-traditional settings. Swipe to see the before & after of how we transformed an unordinary space for their ceremony 🥂

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14/02/2023

We're continuing to break down our packages (don't miss last week's post!). Today? Let's talk about Wedding Management.

You probably know this by it's many aliases . . . day-of coordination, month-of coordination, weekend coordination, the list goes on and on. Basically, the client planned their wedding, and they just want someone to execute & be their right-hand (wo)man. Want to know what we found? The only way we can properly do this, is if we take the time to get to know the client ahead of time, build relationships with their vendors, and become an expert for their event. This is just not possible to do in a day, weekend, or month.

So, we call it Wedding Management. Because we work with you & your vendors for the final 45 days leading up to your wedding to make sure it's ✨magic✨. You still get a whole team based on your needs, and we get so into the nitty-gritty that you'll feel relaxed passing off the reins to us, so you can soak in every moment of your wedding day without worrying if we're going to set your centerpieces the way you've been dreaming about, or if Aunt Mable is going to know where to go. We'll run your wedding rehearsal & make sure all your vendors are good to go, while you get your own personal assistant for anything you need while you're getting ready.

What do you say, sound good? We still have some 2023 availability, and are booking into 2024. Ready to get in touch?

- DM for a link to our contact form
- email us at [email protected]
- or visit the link in bio

TXBride

08/02/2023

Y'all probably hear about a lot of different "planning packages" from wedding planners. Titles can be misleading, and sometimes it's difficult to differentiate what's the best fit for you. So, we want to break it down.

✨ Starting with - full planning (our biggest package!)✨

This encompasses it all! It's an experience that will guide you from the moment you're engaged through the post-wedding brunch before guests travel home. Some planners will limit their services or include it all - like styling all attire pieces - or may have add-on packages, like curating & assembling welcome bags, RSVP management, and more. For the most part, full-planning packages includes the event-specific vendor & logistics-planning.

Us? We customize every planning experience & meet you where you're at in the process (which is why partial planning doesn't exist, in our world). We work together & become your partner during the process, guiding you through every step. You can count on us to guide the vendor & venue selection process, help manage your budget, design a beautiful, personal experience, spoil you both and your families throughout the whole process, and always be an ear to listen to. Because we can't promise it'll be totally stress-free, but we can promise we'll do everything in our power to reduce the stress & be the ultimate partner.

Ready to get in touch?

- DM for a link to our contact form
- email us at [email protected]
- or visit the link in bio

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TXBride

07/02/2023

If you're engaged & ready to start wedding planning, this is for you! 👇🏻 Live on the blog - what to do once you're engaged!

What to do once you're engaged, and how to start tackling wedding planning.

06/02/2023

It's Monday, and we're feeling fresh & motivated to jump into wedding planning!

Why do we do what we do? Well, it's simple. We want to curate extraordinary experiences for the unconventional host. We are dedicated to personal customer service that translates to personally-designed events that are expertly produced. Overall, we believe in the power of love & gatherings, and bringing people together - metaphorically, and literally.

We started this business to put our magic powers & expertise to use, and to serve couples in love who don't want to feel blind in the wedding planning process.

Our guiding star is you - the client. Ready to get in touch?

- DM for a link to our contact form
- email us at [email protected]
- or visit the link in bio

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TXBride

03/02/2023

Hellooo! It's time for a little Friday introduction 👋👋👋

My name is Anja, and I'm your go-to event planning pro. I started in New England fresh out of college working in corporate events, and now I'm here in Dallas as a wedding planner. Don't get me wrong, I love planning *all* kinds of events, but why do weddings stick out to me?

✨ They are among (if not the most) meaningful gatherings that we can imagine being a part of. Not only that, but the wedding planning process is always a special, exciting time for a young couple, and we love being able to help guide the process to make it as memorable and stress-free as possible.

✨ We love getting to know all our couples & clients, and their families, and making their stories the essence of the gathering. It's sooo heartwarming!

✨ It's brought us friends that are located all over the country. Between couples who've hosted destination events, to meeting their families and friends who came from way out of town, there are lots of faces we know & love, everywhere we go.

Weddings, I think, are our favorite. Can you tell? 💕

TXBride

02/02/2023

You haven’t seen an epic first dance till you’ve seen Milan & Jesse’s first dance 💃🏼🕺🏻🤠

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31/01/2023

Picking your wedding party? Here are a few things to consider

✨Who’s going to make you feel your best? These guys and gals will be pumping you up before the big moment of ‘I do’, and you want those people to be on your side, rooting for you through every moment

✨Who’ll be in your life for years to come? Family & your longest-lasting friends, for sure. This is an intimate experience & you want those lifelong relationships around as you begin a new lifelong journey.

✨Who’s going to hold your hand through the journey? An ear to lend, planning help, and making sure you’re fed & delighted throughout wedding day? That’s the real job of your wedding party - to keep the party going & support you through it all! 🎉

And, if you have a fabulous wedding party, you get shots like this one from to treasure forever 💛

26/01/2023

Let's talk about Kristin & David's tablescape. K&D imagined a classic wedding style inspired by the mountains and their love story; they love hiking the NH mountains, which served as the backdrop for their wedding day.

We decided to build "mountain peaks" with the highs & lows of multi-height vases (swipe to the second pic!) , paired with the soft tones of lavender and sage - Kristin's choice of colors. added bold pops of color with locally grown blooms, and it was tied together with table numbers lovingly made by the bride's father.

Quite lovely combinations, don't you think?

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24/01/2023

invited us to create some stationery for an epic snowboard elopement shoot deep in the New England mountains, and we’d say it turned out pretty cool 💫 thanks for including us, friend!

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20/01/2023

Some really special words from even more special clients! So thankful to do what we do!

Photographer: Rocker in Love

13/01/2023

Indoor or outdoor ceremony? This a question our clients often ask us!

There are pros & cons to both, and weather will certainly always be a factor. What time of day is your ceremony, and where will the sun be? What is the weather usually like that time of year? What does the indoor lighting look like? No matter what you pick, it's sure to be a beautiful ceremony. But always have a rain plan if you're planning anything outdoors!

Photographer: Jenn Plante Photography | Robin Easler Photography

09/01/2023

You've spent so long planning your wedding day, and it's inevitably a major day in your life - which means you should be able to enjoy every second. That's why we love being a part of these special weekends; we get to take the pressure & worry off of the couple, and give them more of the mental space to soak in every moment. Go ahead and toast to your new spouse - we'll be in the background checking every detail, handling any changes or issues, and being your right-hand woman so you can enjoy 🥂

Photographer: Melissa Lauren Photography for Jake and Genessa

06/01/2023

You’re getting married. From the moment you wake up and start getting ready for your wedding day, you're on a timeline, and so is your wedding party, your venue, and all your vendors. The answer to being prepared? Writing out a detailed flow of the day with minute-to-minute detail.

Now, you shouldn’t be the one responsible for keeping everything on track (and neither should your family). You deserve to enjoy, to bask in all the moments, and most importantly, to focus on marrying your best friend!

When you hire us, we create your timeline & related docs with precision, and act as your wedding-day-best-friend. Don’t make yourself go through your wedding experience without your best friend!

Photographer: Sincerely Photo and Video

04/01/2023

One of the most memorable pieces of your wedding? The food & drink. And as wedding planners, we have seen some incredible menus.

Don’t underestimate the power of planning the nitty gritty here - how seasonal is your food item selection? How much does the cost fluctuate? Is it a common allergen, and do you need substitutes? How does it blend with your other menu selections? On top of our regular planning services, we can do a virtual meeting and go over anything you'd like, including your menus! Check out our services page to start the magic!

Photographer: Patrick McNamara | Melissa Lauren Photography | Robin Easler
Catering: Union Bluff | Bar Harbor Catering | Custom Eats and Sweets

03/01/2023

Kicking off the end of a magical holiday reflecting on this magical celebration. Deep in the Smokies, Milan & Jesse hosted a destination wedding filled with endless customizations, an incredible vendor team, and so much love. Read all about it, today on the blog!

Planning & Design, Stationary, Champagne Flute Placecards, Signage: Fete & Festoon
Wedding Management: 3M Creative Consultants
Hair: Knoxville Bridal Hair
Venue: Lodge at Brother's Cove
Photography: Winx Photo
Cinematography: Studio Motion Films
Florals, DJ, Dessert, Ceremony Music: 3M Creative Consultants
Makeup: Meg Stephenson
Custom Groomsmen's Bowties: Scocca Papillon
Custom Scroll Sign: Emelyn Letters
Custom pup illustrations: Sleepy Seal Studios
Wedding Gown: Lis Simon
Gown Boutique: Loveliest Bridal
Suits: Men's Wearhouse

Milan and Jesse had a gorgeous destination mountain wedding with classic sage and purple decor.

01/01/2023

Toasting goodbye to 2022, and looking forward to the upcoming excitement of 2023. Happy New Year!

Photography: Rocker in Love