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Guest Blog: IMONI Events

Twirl Talk — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 16:00:45 +0000

Jennifer Thye is the owner and lead consultant of IMONI events, a wedding and event planning company right here in Scottsdale.

Jennifer wanted to share this blog with you all!

*Happy Wedding Planning*

Pocket This Style Idea!

A funny little trend has been creeping into many wedding and bridesmaid dresses lately: pockets! In AZ we have a lot of weddings that give off a more casual vibe, the heat, the outdoor venues, all of it leans a little more toward the casual, and a cute new trend is adding that laid-back touch into the dresses of 2010 weddings, and that’s all these super-cute pocketed dresses! Let’s take a look at this trend and how to wear it best!

Pocketed Wedding Dresses

This trend is not for every event. If you’re being married in a traditional ceremony in a vaulted cathedral, pockets on your wedding dress just aren’t quite the style you should be looking for. BUT if you’re being married in a relaxed style, these dresses will fit your event so perfectly. It’s also functional: lipstick, vows or toast note cards, rings, bobby pins– if you needed to, you have a place to stash this stuff!

Pocketed Bridesmaid Dresses

These dresses are just so freaking cute! These dresses are so perfect for warmer weather fun, and again these pockets are really functional for your girls! Bridesmaids usually DO need to carry some back-up bride makeup, toast note cards, hair pins, random objects that you, the bride, just don’t know what to do with, and if your girls all have pockets, you have portable walking storage! Also, just think of the pictures of you and all the girls leaned back, hands in pockets, enjoying the day!

While it’s not for every bride, this trend is super cute and a nice fun touch to modern weddings!

Jennifer Thye – Owner | Lead Consultant
IMONI events

Nothing cuter than a little girl in one of these adorable dresses! She can stow away her flower petals and her hair bow later when she’s coming apart and dropping all her accessories on the dance floor.

Pocketed Flower Girl Dresses

Guest Blog: Regale

Twirl Talk — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 16:00:10 +0000

One of my good friends, Alison from Put a Fork In It Catering has taken on a new venue… http://www.sos4weddings.com/.

Discover the charm, distinctiveness and affordability of a “one-of-a-kind” gem in the heart of North Scottsdale!

Three Picturesque Ceremony sites to choose from. Open, airy and contemporary reception room with over a dozen windows and 2 patios with panoramic views of the city lights!

Regale! is situated at the base of the McDowell Mountains at Market Street in DC Ranch, offering stunning views just minutes from the valley!

Regale! can make your wedding planning worry-free with packages to suite your needs. Let us take the stress out of finding the right wedding vendor for your special day. We have hand selected the finest wedding professionals in the valley to make sure your wedding is perfect.

You have found your wedding venue…Regale!

Below are some shots that were taken at a recent open house. Different ideas for layout, tables, structure, etc.

There are some great photo-opts for you and your girls with the fabulous city line in the background (these pictures don’t do the venue justice). DC Ranch is such a great location. It’s the perfect venue to truly capture what we all love about Arizona.

If you want to check this place out for yourself (and trust me… you will) check out one of their open houses. Every Monday from 5-8pm. You can tour the facility including scenic ceremony sites and experience a truly unique venue!

Happy Wedding Planning.

xoxo *ange

Guest Blog: Hagerty Photography

Twirl Talk — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 16:00:06 +0000

Our guest blog today is from Sarah Hagerty with Hagerty Photography . I actually met Sarah at Twirl Chandler when she came in to get a bridesmaid dress for her friend’s wedding. How fun is that! We had a blast playing dress up!

Here is a little on Sarah:

Our photography style is modern elegance with a fashionable flair. I was born and raised in Phoenix, AZ. I have had formal training, graduating from Northern Arizona University is 2002 with Sociology and Photography. I have always loved photography! I really keep up with the trends and draw some of my inspiration from fashion as well as bridal magazines. Ask any bride or groom we have worked with – I tend to get a bit giddy when in the moment and having fun! I love gorgeous colors, contrast, and playing with the lighting to make a picture a bit different than the norm.

Check out some of my favorite shots -

And of course the ever so fun bridesmaid shots

Check out my blog @ hagertyphotography.net

Thanks Sarah!

xoxo *ange

Chandler’s Dress of the Week

Twirl Talk — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 16:00:01 +0000

An oldie but a goodie. I just can’t fall out of love with this Amsale dress (style #G425C).

I am very much into the chiffon look right now. This dress is fabulous. As cute as it is as a halter, it is equally as cute if you tuck the little straps down and wear it as a strapless. This dress is flattering on all body types and very easy to wear. It can be dressed up or dressed down… which we all know I am a HUGE fan of.

One of my other FAVORITE things about Amsale is their “family member” options. They have so many dresses to choose from if you want each girl in a different dress, yet all the same color/fabric. Not to mention they have some fun, vibrant colors.

Check out Amsale at Twirl Chandler.

Happy Wedding Planning.

xoxo *ange

Rehearsal Dinner Location: 5th and Wine in Scottsdale

Twirl Talk — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 16:00:23 +0000

5th and Wine is located in the heart of “Old Town Scottsdale” and is the perfect location for your rehearsal dinner. 5th and Wine, a restaurant and wine lounge, shares the same owners as Humble Pie (located next door to our Scottsdale Twirl) as well as The Living Room located not too far from our Chandler Twirl.

Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights they have live music… which I have heard first hand and it’s great. They have a private room off the main bar that is perfect for a gathering of close friends and family and can seat 40 guests comfortably.

They also have a fabulous covered patio that can seat 50 guests comfortably!

It is perfect for those amazing Arizona evenings. Their menu is wonderful and has something to please everyone.

What I love about this place is that after a delicious dinner and great wine shared with family and friends, you are right in the middle of Old Town. You and your guests can WALK to another location to continue the fun of the night.

You will definitely want to check this place out. If not for your rehearsal dinner, take your bridesmaids there for a “girls night”. It has a really great atmosphere. Tell them TWIRL sent you!

Happy Wedding Planning.

xoxo *ange

Arizona Bride Magazine: Best of 2010 – TWIRL WINS

Twirl Talk — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 18:10:29 +0000

Last night Arizona Bride Magazine hosted their annual “Best of” party @ the Moon Valley Country Club in Phoenix. Aside from the amazing location and fabulous company, Twirl took home the award for “Best Attendant Dresses” for 2010. How exciting! Thank you to all those who voted for us.

Twirl Owners, Keri and Jenni

Twirl Family: Ange, Keri, Jenni and Lindley

And our two favorite “prego” ladies! Twirl’s Owner Jenni Hailer and Life Design Event Planning Owner and winner of “Best Wedding Planner”, Cicely Rocha-Miller. We love you ladies and can’t wait to meet your new additions.

xoxo *ange

Guests at you Rehearsal Dinner

Keri — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 16:00:54 +0000

Recently I have been asked by several brides, “Who are you supposed to invite to the rehearsal dinner”? My answer usually is, “well, this is your wedding – - so whomever you want”. But if you look up wedding etiquette (and this is what I have always thought myself) – the answer is: the bridal party (bridesmaids and groomsmen), immediate family and out-of-town guests.

The bridal party and immediate family are a given – but people are usually thrown for a loop with the out-of-town guests (especially when there are a significant amount of them). This is how I look @ it. The rehearsal dinner is the perfect time to spend catching up with the family and friends you don’t get to see on a daily basis. You can exchange the “How have you been’s”, “What have you been up to’s” even the “thank you so much for coming’s”. This dinner should be relaxed, laid back and it’s not meant to break the bank. It should not “out shine” your wedding by any means. Choose a restaurant with a great entertaining area (maybe a patio or larger private room) and in a price range you (or whoever is paying) can afford. Spend your time laughing and telling stories and catching up with everyone. This should include the out-of-towners. Keep in mind that, in most cases, they have paid for their plane ticket, their hotel room, their transportation and no doubt a wedding gift for you. The night before the wedding, they most likely won’t have plans (seeing as though they don’t live in the area) so all the more reason to include them in your rehearsal dinner.

All this time spent catching up means you don’t have to do it at the wedding. I can’t tell you how many times I have watched the bride and groom spend their ENTIRE reception walking around, thanking people for coming and catching up! The bride and groom should be enjoying the delicious food they spent months picking out – and sipping on the champange they have been toasted to with – and creating new memories on the dance floor while listening to the music from the DJ or band they just had to have. They should be a part of the wedding they created and enjoy their perfect night.

No matter how it plays out – just sit back and enjoy the moments. They are going to FLY BY!

xoxo *ange

Chandler’s Dress of the Week

Twirl Talk — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 16:00:07 +0000

My dress pick of the week is Coren Moore’s style called the “Laurie”.

This is a newly released dress that is made of refined silk and feels light and feathery to the touch. It ‘s billowy and has a natural waistline that creates an hourglass shape. The bottom flows outward and for a little extra “cute-ness” you can add the fun black belt complete with sequins to cinch in the waist (shown in the picture below).

This creates a structured, yet cute and comfortable look! The best part is it even comes with hidden side pockets so you can sneak in your lip gloss! This dress can be seen in person @ our Chandler location. Come check it out.

Have a fabulous day. Much love, Ashley

Chandler’s Dress of the Week

Twirl Talk — Fri, 04 Jun 2010 16:00:26 +0000

My dress pick this week is a dress by After Six (style #6583).

There is just something about this dress that draws me to it. I always get excited when someone tries it on. It looks great on a lot of different body-types and has some pretty fun colors.

You can see this dress @ the Chandler Twirl.

Happy Wedding Planning.

xoxo *ange

Twirl’s Guest: AZ Pro Physiques

Twirl Talk — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 16:00:05 +0000

I AM LUCKY!

Being able to do something everyday that I love is truly amazing. Since I was young, I knew that when I “grew up” I didn’t care what I wanted to be, I just wanted to do something that made me happy; and I did it! Hmmmmm, how do I sum up myself in just a few paragraphs???

I do wedding photography, maternity, babies, kids, families, headshots, fitness, design work, products and more.

I love location shoots and finding new places to go. People would say I am more of a “creative, new style photographer.” I love trying new things and experimenting with different lighting, angles, etc. I love meeting new people and learning personalities. My goal is always to bring that out in my work.

My other passion is for Fitness. Aside from being a photographer, I am also a personal trainer.

Being a personal trainer is the most rewarding position I could ever be a part of. To raise awareness about the healthier things in life, and see changes in someone, is the greatest gift I could be given.

Doing both photography and training, I am able to offer great [training + photography] packages to brides and grooms alike! Please ask me how you can get in shape for your wedding, and also have me as your official photographer! Building relationships with my clients is a key part of my business. Doing a [training + photography] package will ensure your way to a “camera-ready body” and amazing wedding photography.

More about photography: www.AngelaDixonPhotography.com

Please check out www.ATeamFit.com for more information on my personal training.

- – Angela Dixon