It was so fun getting to do Ginnie’s makeup, and seeing her reaction when I was finished! Initially, Ginnie was on the fence about wanting to get her makeup done professionally for her wedding. I would say SheWasThisCloseToPassing on the idea; but luckily she saw the benefits of being pampered on such an important day!
She made my job easy! Her skin was amazing, and her beautiful almond-shaped, green eyes were to die for! Ginnie was very relaxed, and just a pleasure to work with that day! So, please check out a few pics of Ginnie getting glammed up and saying I Do!
Waynesville, OH
Photography: Chad Moon
Makeup: Shear Hotness
I had the pleasure of meeting this “cool cat” at a networking event in Columbus! Since then, Joseph has been a staple on my newsfeed and in my professional world! He is always referring business my way, and is such a team player! I am so happy to have met him, and hopefully, we can collaborate on some weddings this year! So CHEERS! Here’s to the last Featured Vendor of 2014: Joseph Testa Films!
Joseph Testa Films is a wholly owned subsidiary, aka Registered Trade Name of Testa Enterprise Consulting, Inc. We opened the doors under this new name on Jan 1st, 2014.
With wedding season around the corner, award winning company Shear Hotness, is searching for talented, independently contracted, licensed cosmetologists to join our team! If bridal and event hair are your passion, please contact us to schedule an interview! www.shearhotness.com OR shearhotness@Yahoo.com.
Best wishes, and Happy New Year!
- When did Elegant Affairs open?
Although I have been doing weddings since 1995, Elegant Affairs Wedding Services was officially born in 2008 after I completed my Professional Consultant Training, obtained my Federal I.D. number and registered the business with the State of Ohio.
- Who started the business?
I, Carolyn Catchings, started the business.
I am a retired Human Resources Director from the State of Ohio. I worked for the State of Ohio a total of 30 years.
I am a member of the Association of Bridal Consultants. ABC is the only organization dedicated exclusively to serving wedding professionals and brides worldwide since 1955. www.BridalAssn.com
In order to maintain my professional designation and membership in the ABC, I have to attend training every year.
Elegant Affairs Wedding Services is a family oriented business. The Staff has worked with us since the inception of the business and is professionally trained.
- Inspiration behind the concept?
For 19 years I have consulted with and coordinated weddings for family members, friends, and friends of friends. Many of them would suggest that I start a business but I would respond if it becomes work, it will no longer be fun.
As I started thinking about retirement from the State of Ohio, I decided I would become a Professional Consultant/Coordinator because that is what I love to do and Elegant Affairs was born.
We believe every bride should have the wedding she has always dreamed of. We offer affordable packages and allow them to make payments.
What services does Elegant Affairs offer?
We offer assistance with:
Bridal Showers – Rehearsal & Rehearsal Dinners – Ceremony – Reception & Reception Sites
And Anniversary Celebrations
Finances: Maintain and Allocate Budget
Service Providers:
- Bartending
- D.J.
- Decorators
- Dresses & Formal Wear – Dressmaker/Alterations
- Floral Designers
- Invitations & Supplies (personalized aisle runners, guest book/pen, unity candle, cake knife/server, embroidered ring bearer pillow, printed napkins, printed wedding programs, wedding card holder, etc.)
- Photographers (featuring photo booths)
- Videographers
- Rentals (floral arch, candelabras, tables, chairs, tents, etc.)
- Transportation (limo/party bus service)
- Travel Agent (honeymoons and destination weddings)
- Wedding Favors
Custom Invitations:
- Handmade
- Save the Date
- Programs
Caterers:
- Buffet Style Dinners
- Plated Dinners
- Action Stations
- Cakes
Wedding Day Management:
- Timeline
- Rehearsal
- Emergency Kit
- Communication System
Other:
- Outdoors with Tenting
- Ballroom Lighting
- Color Scheme
- Guest Accommodations
- Guest List Management
- Etiquette and Protocol
What makes Elegant Affairs different?
For the brides who work full-time and/or don’t have time to plan their weddings, we do all the legwork. Hiring a Professional Consultant/Coordinator is like one-stop shopping. The brides and grooms-to-be just show up for meetings, make decisions and pay. On their behalf we promote “stress-free planning.”
Elegant Affairs is a female minority owned professional small business. The majority of our service providers are minority small business owners. We strongly support other small business owners.
What’s new on the horizon?
I believe everyone should be able to marry the person they love. In anticipation of and due to the recent court rulings on gay marriage in preparation I have conducted training for my staff. Elegant Affairs Wedding Services is looking forward to serving those brides/brides-to-be, and grooms/grooms-to-be.
For more info, please contact:
Carolyn M. Catchings, PBC™
“Elegant Affairs” Wedding Services, LLC
www.eaweddingservices.com
937-623-0560
Member, Association of Bridal Consultants
Kathy Piech-Lukas has been my fairy godmother this past year. Shear Hotness is the glass slipper that it is today, in part due to her: guidance, patience, and expertise of the bridal industry. Kathy’s bubbly, animated personality eased my jitters when I was the newbie vendor at the cafe… and becoming a preferred vendor of Your Dream Day Cafe is one of the best business decisions I’ve made all year. Your Dream Day Cafe is, without a doubt, your “go to” when searching for the best bridal vendors in the business! So without further ado, here is this week’s featured vendor!
- When did Y.D.D. open?
- Who started the business?
- Inspiration behind the concept?
- What services does Y.D.D offer?
- What makes Y.D.D. different?
- What’s new on the horizon?