Wednesday, December 28, 2011

Watch What Really Happens Behind the Scenes 2011

It’s pretty interesting to see what really happens behind scenes for each wedding. This year we were constantly running.

Each year as I go through many images, I begin to think about the funny moments and the many dresses I had to repeat because many of my couples loved the same colors (“PURPLE”). I think the cleaners held one of my purple dresses hostage because every time I go they can’t seem to locate it. So please excuse me if you see the same dresses repeated. Maybe you can help me retire them for 2012! Hahaha! Oh and you won't ever get tired of seeing my staff Manny, Jenny, Lizette, Cynthia, Rochelle and former employee Normel.

You'll also capture some shots of our wonderful vendors.

I have no idea what I was laughing about but it sure was funny!
Manny always takes great care of the brides
What's on the Agenda for this wedding?
Hey we know you of Josh and Anyeka of Joshua Dwain
Thank you Stak for the amazing photos!
When Natasha touches your face, it just illuminates with beauty

Hold onto me Betty as we get you in that dress
We have to make sure you are secure Betty

Garnel we need to get you to the photo location
I see Chris the videographer wanted to be in the picture too
Chris is one of the most entertaining Emcee of Diverse Entertainment.  He'll rock it out.
Jenny, I need to go back to the hotel to get the favors. You must take charge.

Oops we need to get that signed right away


GStar has those magic fingers
Pretty girls Rock!!!
My work has been completed!!!


Jenny, please help zip up my dress
Jenny, hold my dress please


This is what I look like on 4 hours of sleep
Shanelle, tell me what time should be done with hair and makeup
Shanelle is opening the door for the bride's surprise gift!
It's for me???

Oh Ricardo, this is a really nice gift!!!
Jenny is escorting Natasha to the limo.
Manny calming the bride down before she makes her grand entrance
I think I've seen just about everything!
Listen here bro that's my daughter.  Leave some imagination!

Yes I'm wearing a Gele.  I have been adopted!


Bowing before royalty!
Go head Rose!

Working, working, working!
Team ICS knows how to have fun!


Jeremy is nice with the violin!

There goes Chris the Emcee.  He knows how to party!
We have one more hour to go.
Does this picture look familiar?

This is what a room really looks like in the beginning
My lovely GStar is at work again!
Oh no they forget to take her rollers out.  Me and the bridal attendant to the rescue!
Momma Davis we need to finish buttoning her dress
Let's adjust that part of your dress

Do you need help with your speech?
I had to catch a photo opportunity with my friend. Wow, I'm short!
Chad you can't catch me off guard in pictures
Hey Patrick! Who doesn't love you and your work.
Oh no I was caught dancing!
Ooh what is going on here?
Yes boy you're going to get it good!
Okay now, 4 year olds don't belong on this line of men

Patrick, makes everyone dream come true with one bride at a time!
Oh boy the dad wasn't here for rehearsal.  I hope he get it right.
"Just keep on walking to the altar"
He's too cute!
Oh shoot she came up the elevator before I can run back there in four inch heels!!! Can't be cute running in these things!
Stop, I need to fluff out your train Alonia! Now, go!

Normel, can you help me get up? I think I'm stuck down here.
Normel, is caught in the background looking at the cute fireboy!


Oh don't forget I have your bouquet after you finish dancing
I'm talking to the girls on my radio, "we need an extra fork girls"!

We know how to have fun at a wedding with the guests too!

GStar is working again with us.  Yeah!  Make me pretty!



Oops you caught me steaming Alelia's dress
Jenny, I'm in the bridal suite while the bride's eating

Jenny line up the guys correctly



"Shanelle, come in the bride has entered the room"
Hey deejay make sure this comes next




 GStar in her element
 We have to make sure every wrinkle is pressed

 Manny is here to receive you
 Okay limo driver, it was my job to escort her

 We always have our eyes on you from a distance

Hmm, what's next on the timeline?

Wait is that Jenny and Manny dancing in the background?
Oh yes it is them dancing.  Caught on film! LOL.
Jenny, is he going to breakdance?
Uh-oh I think he's going to break his master moves! LOL.


The photographer rocked out their photos! Totally!

 Hi everyone, I'm Manny!


 We must fluff out the train!
 Ahh, she looks lovely!


 Manny is doing what he loves, taking photos for the guest book
Sorry Susan Shek we are taking over your job with instant photography!
 Yes we are bustling her dress
 Rochelle, I can't find all the matching numbers!!!

She's loving the first hand attention! Can't you see it in her eyes?
Ah ha! I'm all bustled and free to move around!!!
 Is that Manny in the Background being paparazzi
I had to save the best for last.  We had a blast with you and can't wait for more smiles in 2012!!!


Saturday, November 19, 2011

Rachelle Reese & Sean Jordan Day To Remember


Your voice has power and commands authority when you speak. Some people don't realize how much power they have in speaking but as their planner, I become that voice for my brides by being their advocator. Rachelle Reese was that bride that needed to be heard. She was never self seeking or selfish; always putting others first herself but this time around her voice would be heard. She was never self seeking or selfish. I've never seen someone so pure of heart and I was determined to make sure her wedding will be a day to remember for the rest of her life.
I and my coordinator Jenny were with her every step of the way during the planning process from looking at venues, to escorting her around by car to check out hotels and to picking out hair piece accessories. We become good friends through the planning. I was only a text away when she needed me.

The wedding day was all about her having fun and seeing her vision unfold. From the bridal preparations to the church, she was a bit nervous but once we opened those doors her eyes locked with her fiancé Sean eyes then she knew this day will be the best ever. Rachelle let her hair loose after the ceremony and partied like never before. And ICS was happy to be a part of it.

Thank you Rachelle for allowing us to take part in your wedding. You were a doll to work with.

Vendors

Ceremony: Apostolic Temple of Jesus Christ
Reception: Elite Palace
Photographer & Videographer: Rendezvous Weddings
Florist: Wick's Florist
Hotel: LaGuardia Plaza Hotel
Hair: GStar
Makeup: Natasha Denis
Deejay: Chuck from AnothaLevel Entertainment