"I treat every wedding as if it were my own. The beauty of it?? I get to re-live the day over and over again through my bride's eyes." - Julisse Levy, owner







Saturday, December 31, 2011

New Year's Eve… A Time to Celebrate!!!!

New Year's Eve… It is a time to look back at everything that has happened in the past year, a time to think of what the future has in store for us and a time to celebrate with our significant other, family and friends. But for many couples New Year's Eve will truly be life altering because tonight some will be walking down the aisle while others will be getting engaged! Either way they will be doing a lot of celebrating and they even get free fireworks! Does life get any better? CONGRATULATIONS to all the couples getting married or engaged tonight!

Here are some pictures we found courtesy of Pinterest of New Year's Eve Weddings! A Bride's Nature would like to wish everyone a Happy and Safe New Years!!!!!!






Thursday, December 22, 2011

Pinning The Bride


Who wouldn’t love to have these cuties walking down the aisle on their wedding day?!?!?! Whether it’s a special little man in your life or your fur-baby carrying a ‘Here comes the bride’ sign, you really can’t go wrong!!!! Thank you Pinterest!!!


Wednesday, December 14, 2011

Pinning The Bride

WOW! WOW! WOW! That was my reaction when I saw this breathtaking cake! I just love the blue orchids and how they make this cake stand out! What do you think??? Thank you Pinterest!!!!!



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Monday, December 5, 2011

Pinning The Bride

So these may not be your typical wedding bouquets but that is what makes me love them even more!  I love a bride who is willing to take a chance and make a statement and I think these do just that!!!!! What do you think????




Thank you Pinterest!!!!
Photos courtesy of www.pinterest.com.

Saturday, December 3, 2011

Bermudez/Cruz Wedding Day!!!!!!


The Bermudez/Cruz wedding day has arrived and we can’t wait to see our bride and groom walk down the aisle! We are so excited to be a part of their big day!!!!

Today’s Super Squad:
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Westshore Bay Club
Inpulse Entertainment
Apple Blossom
Connie Duglin
First Class Rentals
12-1 Photography
Michelle Renee Hair and Make-up

Monday, November 28, 2011

Pinning the Bride

If you don’t know already, you will soon learn that I believe the small details are what makes the difference between a normal reception and a personal affair!!!! How adorable are these accents for the Bride and Groom chairs at the reception???  Total cuteness!! Thanks for sharing, Pinterest!!!!



Thursday, November 24, 2011

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!

There are so many things to be thankful for. First of all I am so thankful that I get to do what I love everyday!!!  But I am especially thankful for all the brides that have allowed us to be a part of their special day and for those that will in the future. I am also thankful for all of the love and support I have received from my family and friends! Happy Thanksgiving from our family to yours!!!  


Below are some Thanksgiving inspired wedding ideas that we came across on Pinterest. Enjoy!





Monday, November 21, 2011

Pinning The Bride

Breaking news: We've joined the Pinterest world!!!!  If you haven’t heard about the latest craze- you have to check it out!  Pinterest is an “online pinboard that allows you to organize and share things you love.”  Starting today, every Monday will be our ‘Pinning The Bride’ blog which will share our favorite Pinterest find of the week!

This week's 'Pinning The Bride' feature is a picture from a barn reception. We just love everything about this!




If you have a Pinterest account, please follow us: pinterest.com/abridesnature. In order to sign up for Pinterest, you must receive an invitation from a member. Please email alopez@abridesnature.com to request one. You can check out pinterest at www.pinterest.com.

Friday, November 18, 2011

Tweet Tweet

We are happy to announce that we have joined the Twitter world!!!! If you have a twitter account please follow us: @ABridesNature



Saturday, November 12, 2011

Introducing the Brooch Bouquet

What happens when you take a bouquet and throw in a fashion accessory??  You get a BROOCH BOUQUET! These modern bouquets are catching on quick and I must say I am a big fan! I first heard of brooch bouquets when I was reading about Miranda Lambert’s wedding. She had a country style wedding and chose a brooch bouquet in place of a traditional flower bouquet, compliments to The Ritzy Rose. But what I love most about these fun bouquets is that they are easy to make yourself! Displayed below is a picture of a friend's bouquet that was created from brooches that guests brought to her bridal shower. The third picture is of Miranda Lambert’s bouquet - ENJOY!  Any of my bride's up to doing a Brooch Bouquet??!?!?!?  Bring it!!!




                                                                                                                   
                                         
 For more information on the Ritzy Rose, please visit http://www.theritzyrose.com. 

Wednesday, November 9, 2011

Alfred Angelo’s 2012 Bridal and Maids Preview Sale is going on NOW!!!!


Hi Ladies!

Alfred Angelo’s 2012 Bridal and Maids Preview Sale is going on NOW through Saturday, November 26th. The sale includes Piccione Bridal gowns, bridesmaid dresses, flower girl dresses, and more! Follow the link below to find out more details and to find the store nearest you! Happy shopping!!!!



Monday, November 7, 2011

MAINSAIL SUITES!

And another Hidden Gem is found!!!!!!  So excited to announce that we have booked a wedding at the BEAUTIFUL venue of Mainsail Suites in Tampa!  The ballroom is FANTASTIC and the staff is extraordinary to work with!  We are beaming with excitement about this place!!  Check out some pictures below!  Can't wait to help spread the word about this place!  Call Annette for more info!  813.243.2620


Below you will see Izabela and JB in front of their wedding venue :)





Thursday, November 3, 2011

David's Bridal Gown Sale Starts tomorrow! (Nov 4 - Nov 21)

Hi Ladies!  Don't miss David's Bridal Gown sale starting tomorrow, November 4th through the 24th!  Thousands of dresses on sale for a great price!!  Who knows, maybe you will find your dream wedding dress!

Thursday, October 27, 2011

Sassy Brides With An Edge

Every bride wants her wedding day to be perfect but sometimes this strive for perfection comes at a cost… You forget to let your hair down and HAVE FUN!!!! Brides spend up to a year, sometimes more, planning this day but they get so wrapped up in the details that on the day of the wedding they forget to sit back and enjoy all of their hard work… Here are some pictures of brides who let their hair down on their wedding day… They are SASSY BRIDES WITH AN EDGE!!!! I'm on the lookout for brides like this!




Thursday, October 20, 2011

"Nuts For Donuts"

If you are reading this title and trying to figure out what donuts have to do with weddings then you haven't heard about the latest wedding craze- Donut Cakes!!!! Yes, you read that correctly: cakes made out of donuts (Homer Simpson's dream wedding cake). If you know me personally then you know I am a huge fan of donuts and have to run in to Krispy Kreme anytime the ‘Hot Now’ sign is on! So needless to say I was pretty excited when I heard about the idea but I completely fell in love when I started researching them!!! They are fun, yummy and can be quite glamorous! But, if you are a hopeless romantic like myself and want a more traditional cake- don't rule them out all together... you could always have a donut cake for your groom’s cake :) As always Happy Planning!!!!



 
 

Tuesday, October 18, 2011

"The Great Bridal Expo"

This past Saturday we participated as a vendor at the Great Bridal Expo and it was such a great experience! We loved getting to meet all the brides and grooms that are starting their wedding planning journey. I just love seeing a bride’s glow and the twinkle in her eye when she talks about her husband-to-be and her dream wedding! It was also great to be able to meet and speak with other local vendors that were at the event. If you are just starting to plan your wedding, a bridal expo is a great starting point because you can get ideas on all different vendors in just a few hours. Happy planning brides!!!!

For more information on the Great Bridal Expo please visit: http://www.greatbridalexpo.com/.

Saturday, October 15, 2011

Traditional Spring Wedding in process!!

Sooooooooo...... this soccer family kinda stole my heart <3 :)  They showed up to our consultation in matching soccer jerseys and that was enough for me!  Super PUMPED to introduce our newest couple AMANDA & CHRIS...welcome to the ABN family!!  A Spring wedding is full blown in the works!  Think TRADITIONAL and TIMELESS!  Happy Planning!


Leaf Your Fingerprint

Hi guys! A few weeks ago we blogged about how the small details at your wedding could be the ‘WOW FACTOR’ you were looking for to keep guests talking! Well one of our recent brides, now Mrs. Ostow, did just that with this creative twist on the traditional guest book.

Kristen not only asked her guests to sign a guest book but she also asked them to ‘leaf their fingerprint’ on a canvas which she now has on display in her home. We love this idea because instead of having the signatures in a book that is put away somewhere, Kristen and Justin can think of all the people that shared their special day with them every time they walk by this painting.

Below is a picture of her piece of art:

Sunday, October 9, 2011

Polish Wedding!

Ahhhhhh!  We are so excited to announce our newest couple Izabela and JB!  Welcome aboard!  We are well on our way to planning an AWESOME Polish wedding where our beautiful Izabela is from!  Polish traditions and cultural food are just a few of the things on our agenda!  We can't wait to party ALL night long.....literally!!  Stay tuned for more details on this one!!  It's gonna be FAB!  I've attached a few pics that I took (ok, ok....I STOLE)!  This couple is darling and Congrats to JB on his new career!!



Tuesday, July 12, 2011

Small Details, Big Impact!

Small Details… Huge Difference!
  
I have always said that the beauty of being a wedding planner is that I get to re-live the day over and over again through my bride’s eyes…The rush of adrenaline, the sense of accomplishment and not to mention…the sigh of relief!!!

From a young age, girls spend hours daydreaming about their wedding day- we may not know who is going to be at the end of the aisle but we are already picking out details like our colors, our flowers, our ring and even our dress. But when the wedding planning becomes a reality, there is sometimes a feeling of pressure and anticipation that sets in because of all the different things we have to do before the big day.

When planning a wedding it is pretty easy to think about the big things like the ceremony and reception locations but it is usually the small details that can make the biggest impact, because it’s the little things that make the day unique and personal to the couple. After all, at a wedding we are celebrating the fact that two people are dedicating their lives to each other!  There are so many different ways to add your own special touches on your wedding day… Some ideas for special touches are adding a special flower to your bouquet to remember a deceased loved one or putting a spin on table numbers by using things that are meaningful in your relationship such as the names of some of your favorite movies that you have watched together. You can also add a special touch by jazzing up items like a ring bearer pillow by incorporating your flowers and colors or maybe even by providing items that will help make your guests more comfortable such as fans for an outside wedding or flips flops for a long night of dancing... The memory of your wedding day will live on forever and with it the memories of those small details that made your wedding your very own. So get those creative juices flowing but remember not to lose sight of the whole picture.

Wednesday, May 25, 2011

Because I couldn't resist!!

Mike from Lifelong Studios photography took these super shots and I can't wait to work with him!  Here is my "oh so very COUNTRY" couple!  Love the rural feel of this photo session!  Couldn't resist - HAD to post these and show them off one last time before wedding time!!  Our countdown is so ON!!!!!!! 
 Kristen and Justin <3




Tuesday, May 24, 2011

Julisse Levy from A Bride's Nature Featured in Lilith Magazine!!!!

Hey guys!! I'm super excited to announce that we were published in this month's LILITH magazine edition!!  Lilith is a Jewish Feminist magazine that has been around for almost 30 years!!! I had the amazing opportunity to talk to Shayla Gunter, a Canadian writer and author of the article "AND THE BRIDE WORE GREEN"!  Please check out the article on Green Weddings, and if you are in a hurry.....skip to page 22 to find someone you might know who was quoted ;) ;) ;)  Double click the article to make it bigger and easier to read!  Thanks again to Shayla and Lilith Magazine!!!