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Meredith & Aaron: April 14, 2012

Ashley — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 23:42:09 +0000

It wouldn’t be a Spring wedding in St. Louis without rain and Meredith and Aaron had their fair share! Fortunately, we were lucky enough to have the rain stop right before their April 14th wedding ceremony and the sun came out just in time to take some amazing photos!

Meredith and Aaron live in New York City and hired Dishy to help plan and coordinate their wedding. And let me tell you, it was quite a fun wedding to be a part of! Meredith was able to incorporate her life working in music into the small details of their wedding and the coral and seafoam colors popped out from every angle! And did I mention the flowers?! AH-MAZING!

My favorite part of the wedding had to be best man speech where he noted that Aaron was following in the Schump family tradition of marrying a woman out of his league – a true testament to a fun loving couple with a tremendous sense of humor! I love my my job!

Here are a few of my favorite photos! Thanks to miss Michelle for the quick turnaround!

Special thanks to all of the vendors who helped make the day simple wonderful!

Ceremony Venue – Shrine of St. Joseph
Reception Venue – Windows on Washington – 6^th Floor
Photographer – Untamed Heart Photography
Florist – Les Bouquets
Linens & Chairs – The Aries Company
Stationery – Bride & Groom
Reception Music – Rockstar DJs
Cake & Pie – Sugaree Baking
Photobooth – Photobooth StL
Hair & Makeup – C’est Moi Salon
Transportation – JED Limousine

And of course to my tride and true event coordinator, Amanda, for standing up with this girl needed to sit!

Cheers to a lifetime of happiness and love for Meredith and Aaron!

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Jaci & Jon: March 24, 2012

Ashley — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 03:26:32 +0000

First off, I think everyone knows how much I adore weddings. But when I have the opportunity to work with good friends, who also happen to work in the wedding industry, my mind us utterly blown. Such was the case with Jon and Jaci Spindler. I can’t even begin to put into words how honored I was that they asked me to help out with their wedding day. Two amazing friends of mine found each other, fell in love, and I got to be there to not only witness it but help pull it all together in the end. WOW. How lucky could I be, right?!?!

Now what made this wedding extra extra special was that is was a complete SURPRISE to the attendees. That’s right! Everyone thought they were attending an engagement party prior to Jaci and Jon heading off for their destination wedding in Bora Bora. Keeping my lips sealed for months was brutal but seeing the sheer delight and surprise on everyone’s face was priceless.

I know Donnell and Joanna are busy pulling photos together but I wanted to share some of the amazing shots they’ve already posted for the world to see! Let the swooning begin…

Jaci and Jon pulled together a rock star team of vendors for their wedding day and I think each deserves a special thank you and shout out for doing such amazing work.

Ceremony & Reception Venue – Union Station Marriott (Gothic Corridor & Grand Hall)

Photographer – Donnell Probst Photography (with the help of Joanna Kleine Photography)

Florist – The Special Event Florist – Tina Barrera

Lighting & Decor – Exclusive Events

Linens – BBJ Linen

Stationery – Two Blue Doors

Chairs & Charges – Weinhardt Party Rentals

Ceremony Music – The Rosewood Ensemble

Reception Music – Push the Limit

Officiant – Carolyn Burke

Dessert – PauliPoPs & The Donut Man Stan

Photobooth – Fish Eye Fun

Hair -Ellen Devine

Makeup – Emily Miller – Delicately Bold

And of course, I would be nothing without the help of my wonderful coordinator, Amanda. She’s there for 99% of my weddings and her help is indispensable!

Congrats again to Jaci and Jon! Here’s to a lifetime of love and happiness! Cheers to you both!!

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Kate & David: September 24, 2011

Ashley — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 02:55:44 +0000

Every now and then you come across a laid back couple who’s extremely classy and all around just wonderful people. Fortunately, for me, I was able to work with one such couple, Kate and David, for their September 24th wedding. Through several phone calls and emails (Kate and David live in CA), I was able to help Kate pull together all the final details for her dream day! It was truly an honor and privilege for me! And how adorable are those kids, seriously!?!

It was so hard to pick my faves from the dozens of photos Ben Trevor shared, but I managed!

And they lived happily ever after…

Many wonderful vendors made Kate and David’s wedding day so very special, and I’d like to extend a HUGE thank you to them for being so amazing!

Longview Farm House – Venue
Benjamin Trevor Photography – Photographer
Villa Farotto – Catering
The Special Event Florist – Tina Barrera – Florist
Delicately Bold – Make Up
Pixies Hair Design – Hair
The Cup – Cupcakes & Wedding Cake
Bill Lenihan – Guitarist& Band

And of course, most of my wedding days aren’t possible without the help of my fabulous assistant, Amanda! You rock girl!

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Beth & Chris: May 14, 2011

Ashley — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 14:00:34 +0000

On May 14, 2011 I was able to work with one of my most favorite couples EVER – Beth and Chris. And now that their love story and wedding has been shared with all of St. Louis via Alive Magazine (woohoo), I can finally take the time to write about them for my blog! Yay!

Chris proposed to Beth on May 14, 2010 and we spent exactly ONE YEAR planning their perfect wedding day. Their wedding had it ALL - fire breathers, a confetti cannon, a unity painting and one amazing couple. I’m so grateful that Beth and Chris allowed me to be a part of their big day! And photographer extraordinaire, Lisa Hessel caught it all on film!

Our incredible vendors for the day included: Contemporary Art Museum, Lumen Private Event Space, Lisa Hessel Photography, Dre4ms Renewed, Sisters Flowers, BBJ Linen, Slice of Lime Design, Exclusive Events, Inc., Aries Company, Crown Rental, DJ Greasy, Serenade Strings, Fire Performance Troupe, Stonewater Spa & Salon and Jennifer Hayes.

And nothing could make a great wedding day better than an amazing team to help me out! Thanks again to Amanda and Jessica for being there every step of the way!

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A Dishy Wedding Caught on Film

Ashley — Wed, 27 Jul 2011 01:58:47 +0000

While I couldn’t share too many photos just yet of the LOVERLY Chris and Beth Susic wedding from this past May (look for it in the next bridal issue of Alive Magazine), I can share a a quick trailer put together by my good buddy Kenny Hammel over at Dreams Renewed!

Chris and Beth were such an amazing and grateful couple to work with and I’m honored they let me help plan their special day! And if you’re looking a wedding videographer in the St. Louis, MO area, be sure to give Kenny a call!

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Carol & Jason: June 11, 2011

Ashley — Sat, 25 Jun 2011 16:38:15 +0000

It was a hot summer day with a 30% chance of rain, and thankfully for Carol and Jason the rain stayed away! It ended up being a beautiful day for an outdoor ceremony and Stephen Seward captured it all on film! I received a few photos from Stephen and I just had to share on the blog! Congratulations again to Carol and Jason, who are now living in their new home in Arkansas!

The ceremony location at the Lehmann Rose Garden in the Missouri Botanical Garden!

Listening to the Sheva B’Rachot readers.

Love, love, love this one of Father Jeff and Rabbi Jim. Totally their personalities.

Super cute wedding party with stunning bouquets by Caroline Kelsey!

Hmm, cake by Cravings!

Coming out for the first dance…

And they lived happily ever after…

Thanks again to all of the fabulous vendors who made Carol and Jason’s wedding day so special; Botanical Gardens, St. Louis Union Station Marriott, Stephen Seward Photography, Dre4ms Renewed, Caroline Kelsey Designs, Exclusive Events, Inc., Galaxy Band, 321 Party Shots, JED Limousine, Cravings, Clever Hands Press, Keough Quartet, Sarah Knoll, Hope Solis, and to my fabulous assistants, Amanda and Jessica, you both rock, thank you!

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Carol & Jason: A Quick Recap

Ashley — Mon, 13 Jun 2011 02:53:36 +0000

I first met Carol and Jason in January 2011, a mere 6 months before their wedding date! I was beyond excited when they decided to have me on board to help plan their wedding. From the very beginning, Carol and Jason were so laid back and easy going, traits which I really love!

Fast forward six months to June 11th where friends and family gathered from across the globe (literally since Jason is from Australia) to join the happy couple in the perfect outdoor ceremony! Thanks Mother Nature for cooperating! Afterward, we hopped on buses to Union Station Marriott where Carol, Jason and guests rocked the dance floor all night, including an impressive “hava nagila.” All in all a fabulous day and I’m grateful I could be there to help make it a reality!

Here are a few quick shots taken by coordinator, Amanda. But be on the lookout for the REAL photos from one of my St. Louis faves, Stephen Seward Photography!

Our amazing vendors for the day included:

Ceremony Location: Botanical Gardens (Lehman Rose Garden)

Reception Location: St. Louis Union Station Marriott (Grand Hall)

Photographer: Stephen Seward Photography

Videographer: Dre4ms Renewed

Florist: Caroline Kelsey Designs

Bakery: Cravings

Stationery: Clever Hands Press

Chuppah: Exclusive Events, Inc

Reception Music: Galaxy Band

Ceremony Music: Keough Quartet

Transportation: JED Limousine

Photobooth: 321 Party Shots

Bride & Bridal Party Hair: Sarah Knol

Bride & Bridal Party Make-Up: Hope Solis

A very big thank you to everyone who helped make this wedding possible, especially to my two wonderful assistants, Amanda and Jessica! And thank you to Carol and Jason for letting us be such a HUGE part of their big day! Cheers to you both! And good luck in Arkansas!

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Amy & Monte: May 21, 2011

Ashley — Wed, 25 May 2011 01:19:01 +0000

Normally this post wouldn’t be up so soon, but because of the amazing work of Kelly Park from Kelly Park Photography, the photos are in and ready to be shared with the blogospehere!

Amy and Monte (the Babingtons) met in college at Mizzou and found themselves in St. Louis not too long after graduation! Several years later, Monte proposed and they moved to NYC just a few weeks ago! So as you can imagine, they’ve been busy! I was fortunate enough to be a very big part of their wedding day and I wouldn’t change it for the world! Congrats to Amy and Monte who are enjoying the newly married life in Costa Rica right now! And now on to some photos!

An extremely big thank you goes out to our very own Dishy Event Planning coordinator, Amanda Luebbehusen, for running the show this past weekend! And many thanks go out to all of the wonderful vendors who helped pull it all together!

Ceremony Location: St. Micheal & St. George

Reception Location: Forest Park Golf Course Clubhouse

Photographer: Kelly Park Photography

Florist: The Special Event Florist – Tina Barrera

Reception Music: Block Rockin Beats

Cake Bakery: The Cakery

Transportation: All About You Limos

Bridal Party Hair & Make-Up: Preston Salon

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Beth & Chris: A Quick Recap

Ashley — Wed, 18 May 2011 01:57:09 +0000

Every now and then, I come across a couple that really just touches my heart. With amazing spirits and an unfaltering love for one another, Beth Gray and Chris Susic came to me to plan their wedding in 2010 and I happily accepted. It was literally was a wild ride ever since that moment. And their wedding day was so exception! Did I mention Chris attended ALL vendor meetings?!?! And while my amateur photos do the wedding no justice at all (sans fire breathers and confetti), I just had to share a little tidbit from this past weekend!

Here are a few quick shots taken by myself and coordinator, Amanda. Be on the lookout for the REAL photos from the AH-MAZING Lisa Hessel soon, because that’s where it’s really at!

Our amazing vendors for the day included:

Ceremony Location: Contemporary Art Museum

Reception Location: Lumen Private Event Space

Photographer: Lisa Hessel Photography

Videographer: Dre4ms Renewed

Florist: Sisters Flowers

Linen Overlays: BBJ Linen

Stationery: Slice of Lime Design

Chuppah & Lighting: Exclusive Events, Inc.

Confetti Cannon: Aries Company

Chair Rental: Crown Rental

Reception Music: DJ Greasy

Ceremony Music: Serenade Strings

Fire Performers: Fire Performance Troupe

Bride Hair & Make-Up: Stonewater Spa & Salon

A very big thank you to everyone who helped make this wedding possible, especially to my two wonderful assistants, Amanda and Jessica! And thank you again to Beth and Chris for letting us be such a HUGE part of their big day! Cheers to you both! Lots and lots of love!

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A Shower for Baby Henry

Ashley — Mon, 07 Mar 2011 00:29:12 +0000

It’s no big secret that I love weddings. But sometimes it’s really nice to switch things up a bit. On this particular occasion, I was hired by Amber (sister of the mom-to-be Amy) to help plan a baby shower for Baby Henry. We had just a short time frame to work with lots to book, but together Amber and I were able to pull off a super cute baby shower, if I may say so myself!

Since I’m sure you’re all itching to see, I’ll get straight to the pictures! Don’t judge the low quality, I’m no photographer…especially since I forgot the good camera at home!

And now for a little more information on the oh so important details:

The Theme: Farm Animals!

The Location: Renaissance St. Louis Grand, Hawthorne Room

The Cake: Sarah’s Cafe & Bakery

The Flowers: Tina Barrera, the Special Event Florist

The Stationery: Clever Hands Press

The Linens: BBJ Linen

Thanks to everyone who helped make Henry’s baby shower a success – Kristin, Amber, Tina, Cara, Caitlin and the other Tina! And a special thanks to Amber for being quite possibly the sweetest client I have ever worked with! Best of luck to Amy and baby Henry, due in April!

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