New Ballroom!

New Ballroom!
Photo by:Marirosa Photography

Saturday, December 12, 2015

Day #12: Uplighting Advice From Wyatt From Y it Entertainment

Today, Wyatt from Y it Entertainment is going to explain a little more about uplighting!

Click Here for his video

They also also offer DJ, Photo Booth and Lighting services. One stop shopping for all your event needs.  Y it Entertainment is one of CNGCC Preferred Vendors!

Y it Entertainment 

Friday, December 11, 2015

Day #11: Signature Drinks!

Signature Drinks are FUN to have at your wedding. Sometimes they show off your favorite drink, maybe a drink you all enjoy together.  But make sure to keep it simple!

Most Popular Drink for 2015 at Chantilly: MOSCOW MULE!


Thursday, December 10, 2015

Day #10: Bridal Shows are upon us!

I have been a vendor at a lot of these and I have seen many overwhelmed brides so I have put together a list together of the top 3 tips for attending a show. 

Top 3 Tips for Attending a Bridal Show:

1. Have a plan.  If you still need a cake, find cake, don't go toward the flowers
2. Bring water - there is a lot of food tasting, not a lot of beverages!
3. Print Address Labels at Home - vendors will want your information, 
have these ready instead of having to write your name 1000 times :)


Wednesday, December 9, 2015

Day #9: Rain, Rain, Won't Always Go Away...


On Day 9 of KISSmas, Natalie Seng from Perfectly Designed talks to us about what happens when the weather doesn't cooperate the way we hoped...

"Tiffany and Justin were the absolute sweetest couple to work with. We had an amazing day planned for the two with a beautiful outdoor ceremony and a cocktail hour overlooking the greens. But mother nature had other plans for them. The day of their wedding and the days leading up to it, Hurricane Joaquin, was bringing us category 4 strength winds and rain. But not to worry we simply transformed the ballroom into a romantic and candle lit ceremony space that had an incredible view of the golf course. After all getting married to each other was the most important thing and it didn't matter if we implemented plan A or B. So even Joaquin couldn't prevent the two lovebirds from getting married. By the end of the night, the rain held of enough for a few shots in the drizzling rain (by the amazing Marirosa!) as well as a sparkler send off. Congrats again Tiffany & Justin, love really does conquer all!" - Natalie Seng

Both Natalie and Marirosa are Preferred Vendors at CNGCC!

Natalie Seng
Owner & Creative Director
Designed Perfectly Events, LLC
Direct: 703.867.7384



Tuesday, December 8, 2015

Day #8: Let's Enjoy a "KISS"

Jessica & Jason Ahn were married at Chantilly National on May 9, 2015.  
It was a gorgeous day full of love and laughter. 
Thank you Mr. & Mrs. Ahn for spending you special day with us!

Leslie Moran, Photographer, captured their love and is one of CNGCC's Preferred Vendors

Leslie Maron Photography
www.lesliemaronphoto.com
hello@lesliemaronphoto.com
571.306.3029



Monday, December 7, 2015

Day #7: Advice From Wanda's Cakes

Coordinate your Wedding Cake with your Dress Design:
My son was getting married in June and I was searching for a new and fresh idea for their wedding cake.   After a few sleepless nights, I decided to create their wedding cake to coordinate with the bride's gown.   Working with the dress photo, the bottom tier of the cake (photographed here) coordinated with the puffy skirt of the dress, the middle tier with the pleats of the top of the gown and the top tier just delicate and pretty to coordinate with my beautiful daughter-in law's lovely personality.   The neckline of the dress was trimmed with glistening stones and thus the same trim was used between the top two tiers.   Working off the dress design allows your cake baker the opportunity to maximize  their creative talents to create a truly unique cake and all of your guests will be amazed when they see the resemblance.   
All Couples get FREE Delivery with their Cake with Wanda - Contact Wanda at Wanda's Cakes:wandascakes@cs.com


Sunday, December 6, 2015

Day #6: How to incorporate the Sport you Love...

It's Football Sunday and as we get ready to cheer on our favorite teams, we remember how our couples incorporated their alma mater, their favorite teams or the sport they enjoy playing together. 
Incorporate your team with your theme, your linen colors for the tables, grooms cakes, wedding cakes and more!