One Fine Day Wedding Consultation Blog

henry brown monogrammed bags

    I believe that every woman needs at least one staple handbag that she can rely on to tote around anything and everything. For me, it's the Kelly Carry All from Henry Brown! This bag is FAB-U-LOUS. It is by far the sturdiest handbag I have ever owned, and I love how classic the look is, not to mention that it holds everything and the kitchen sink! 

    I think the greatest thing about these bags is that they are all handcrafted in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky! How great is it that your purchase contributes to your own local economy! I love that Henry Brown is Kentucky Proud! 

But HERE is the best news yet! Right now, if you purchase 5 monogrammed Charlie bucket bags for your bridal party, you get a FREE monogrammed Charlie bucket bag for yourself!

We would love to see your love for Henry Brown bags too! Send us your pictures! And be sure to visit our website at One Fine Day! Have a great week!

thank you - thank you dupree catering!

Now this, we just HAD to share! Check out this super cute & SUPER detailed basket of DELECTABLE Dupree Catering goodies! This lovely little gift of thanks was such a fun surprise & we have the biggest sweet tooth around so we were thrilled to dive right in!

Bet you didn’t know that Peanut Butter added to Homemade Marshmallows, Graham Crackers, and Gourmet Chocolate could make these s’mores even more heavenly! We do now!

Not to mention, Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix, can you say YUMMY?! I, for one, believe that nothing can turn around a dreary, wet winter day like a nice, warm cup of Hot Chocolate, don’t you? Topped off with a Homemade marshmallow!! BLISS! 

And check out the DETAILS of the basket! Those labels are just precious! And including a skewer for toasting the marshmallows, how sweet & thoughtful! This wonderful gift was a perfect reminder of how detail-oriented Dupree Catering is when it comes to displaying their food! We here at One Fine Day are SO impressed, just as we are every time we have the delightful opportunity to work with Dupree Catering!

 

Thanks SO much from One Fine Day!

grooms wedding day gift

    On your Wedding Day, you will most likely be spending the early part of the day surrounded by the “ooohh”-ing and “ahh”-ing of your closest friends, relaxing and being pampered in seclusion before your walk down the aisle.

    You’ll probably have a few butterflies in your stomach, but your small army of confidants will quickly quiet your frantic mind and beating heart, and you’ll be calm and collected in no time.

    Now, imagine that you are your Groom, frantically pacing the room, trying to remember when he gave his Best Man the rings, replaying his Vows over and over (and over) again, applying coat after coat of deodorant, gulping down glass after glass of water, anything to keep himself from having a panic attack.

    Then, in comes an Usher carrying a gift from his Bride, just a small collection of things, reminding him of how long she has been looking forward to this moment, how much she has loved him in the past, and how long she will love him into the future.

    Suddenly, his heart is calm. His mind is clear except for a vision of YOU, walking down the aisle toward him, so eager to reach for his hand and say, “I do.” The smile on his face is irreplaceable, and he is ready to spend the rest of eternity, with you.

 

Image Courtesy of http://imgfave.com/view/1664839

 

Now, even if it's something as small as a gumball, reminding him of your all's first date to the candyshop, this gift will calm him tremendously and help him to focus on the amazing moment that is about to occur.

If you have a better idea for a quick Groomsday gift, send your comments our way! We would love to hear from you! (:

purdon's bridal affair!

    Well if you are in love with the great Deals that Purdon's Rental & Sales has to offer, we have even more great news! Purdon's will be hosting their second annual "Bridal Affair" on Saturday, February 4th and admission is FREE! We would love to see you and your friends & family there! Also, they will be giving away a $500 gift certificate to Purdons as well as other prizes, so make sure you enter! Be sure to stop by and say hello to the One Fine Day ladies too!

Bridal Affair

An Intimate-One-Day Buffet of Wedding Trends,

Treats and Ideas from Lexington's Best Wedding Specialists

You are planning the biggest day of your life and you have questions.

We have brought together the best in the business to give you answers.

The best Caterers, Florists, Cake Artist, Disc Jockeys,

Photographers, Event Planners and Wedding site venues.

The people that live it, breath it and do it, seven days a week.

It's not their hobby, not a side job, it's their only job.

Making successful events happen,

one on one, with you, in a relaxed low pressure setting.

 

All local Bluegrass professionals.

 

10am to 3pm on Saturday the 4th of February

Purdon's Rental & Sales

2390 Woodhill Drive

Lexington, Kentucky 40509

895-266-1197

 

Enter to win a $500 Gift Certificate

from Purdon's Rental & Sales and other prizes at

info@purdonrental.com

Our Sponsors

Always Planned
Best of Flowers
Cardome Center
Crist Creona Designs
Darae & Friends Catering
Doug Smith Designs
Dupree Catering
Headley Whitney Museum
Martine's Pastries
One Fine Day Wedding Consultation
Melanie Mauer Photography
Minuteman Press
P. G. Howard Designs
Polo Barn at Saxony
 Purdon's Rental & Sales
Selma's Catering
Something Sweet
South Van Events
The Thoroughbred Center
Tiger's DJ Service
U.K. Hilary J. Boone Center
3 Peas in a Pod Catering

We hope you can join us on Saturday, February 4th from 10am-3pm for our second annual "Bridal Affair". Admission is FREE! Enter to win a $500 gift certificate from Purdon's Rental & Sales that will be given away at the "Bridal Affair"
at info@purdonrental.com.
 
Call 859-266-1197 or email us at info@purdonrental.com if you have any questions about the event.

 

Hope to see you all there!

embossed personalized stationery SALE!!

I love sweet notes in the mail! And I love great embossed paper! So, if you can combine the 2 AND they are on sale!! Bingo!! This could make a great gift for your shower hostesses, future mother-in-law, bridesmaids, or yourself with your new name or monogram! So many great ideas and order soon and you can get before Chrismas if you need any great Christmas gifts?! 

I LOVE the "Cards" a bit more than the notes- but that's just my opinion. If you are interested in learning more about ordering these cards- just drop us a quick email and we'll be in touch within 1 business day to help you get your order placed! 

My favorite is the Chancery Card- And for only $24.95 for 50 ! Awesome!!

We are happy to help with all of your invitation, stationery and pretty paper needs! Contact One Fine Day--we're here to help you! 

handmade bridesmaids gifts

I love all of my One Fine Day brides--truly I do, I think they are so awesome. Audrey Haydon is no exception to that affection- in fact, she's not only beautiful, crazy smart, and a successful lawyer in the greatest little town in Kentucky but what not everyone might know is she's crafty too! She handmade all of her Bridemaids gifts- how cool is that!?!

These pictures are from her Bridesmaids Luncheon where she gifted her wonderful bridesmaids with cross-stitched monogram luggage tags. How cute and useful too! Love it!

 

 

For more details- check out this blog post by the "point of it all"- Needlepoint Shop.

etsy find

Stumped on a meaningful gift for your bridesmaids, but yet one that won't break your bank?  We came across this idea on etsy, and it is the perfect combination of meaningful and inexpensive! Take a simple pair of earrings (whether you bought or made them) and simply "hang" them on a decorative piece of cardstock that you have either written or typed up a quote, thank you, or short note on. The earrings along with a personal written touch are the perfect combination to show your bridesmaids how much they mean to you! Also, you could even use their favorite color as the theme, or maybe write meaningul song lyrics the two of your share instead of a quote! Share your gift ideas with us at One Fine Day. 

fave groomsmen gift

So, have you thought about what you will be buy for your thank you gift for the Groomsmen? This is always a tough pick for many- well-I'm going to share my favorite gift option with you. Sure, I think cufflinks, and matching bow ties and socks are cute for the wedding day apparel but not as "useful" for the groomsmen in the days to come after the wedding. But I think a much appreciated fun gift is an Outdoor Camping/Tailgating Chair (Chair in a bag)- But what makes it much appreciated is when you personalize it- not with their name- although you could- but with their favorite team- College, Pro, or otherwise. Baseball, Basketball or Football...or anything-even just camoflauge is a good choice for your friends that are hunters/fishermen but find something they would love and find useful. They aren't overly expensive- so maybe buy 2- one for them and their significant other or buddy. Many times in the future they will get that chair out for a camping trip or a tailgating party or nephew's soccer game and they will smile and think of you and your great wedding day. There are many places to get them- like the pictures featured below are from One Stop Fan Shop  and some MLB ones are at SportFanatic. But the sky is the limit with your options. But that's just my two cents! Hope you have a great weekend!!

flip flop sale!!!

oooh, oooh, oooh!! Stop the press!! Run- don't walk to Old Navy Saturday morning, May 21st!! They are having their annual $1/pair FLIP FLOP SALE!! Old Navy has some of everyone's favorite flip flops- great fit, great colors and they are regularly $3.50/pair. So, no matter if you want them for yourself, your bridesmaids, summer shower favors, or offer them in a too cute basket for your wedding guests to have comfy shoes for their dancing feet. This is a great time to go to Old Navy. However, you will need to get an entourage to go with you. In years past they have had a 5 pair limit per person. So, take your bridesmaids, your mom, your fiance, your neighbor, take anyone you can get to go with you to get their maximum of 5 each and soon enough you'll have some great "favors" that guests will actually want! Trust me from the many weddings we have offered these in the past- they go like HOT CAKES! So, as I said before--RUN don't walk to Old Navy on Saturday!! Also, plan to go EARLY as they sell out of certain colors and sizes early. Happy Shopping!!

 
above photo from one of my favorite weddings- an example of how to display them for your guests to take. So Fun!

etsy find

 
Hope everyone has had a fabulous weekend! Stuck on a favor for your guests with a personal touch?  Here is a unique idea found on etsy.  Called "Tookies," it is a cookie mixture in a cute jar.  Perfect item to add your names and wedding date to, and not only can your guests enjoy your favorite thing to bake, but they can reuse the jar the mix comes in! Also, they are reasonably priced! If not for everyone at your wedding, maybe use it as favors for your bridesmaids or great for a sweet birthday party or baby shower favor! What are you thinking of this sweet favor?