Something Blue Journal Issue 001 by sbjdallas

SOMETHING BLUE JOURNAL DALLAS

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MEET OUR EDITOR With years under her belt as a wedding stationery business owner and marketing guru for wedding vendors across the country, Hannah Bargas, the Something Blue Dallas Journal Founder & Editor, decided to transform her knowledge of, and passion for, the wedding industry into a source of inspiration for North Texas brides. She breathed life into the idea of curating the cream of the crop of Dallas, Fort Worth, and North Texas wedding vendors with the intention of providing not only inspiration, but also greater ease and enjoyment into the wedding planning process. Hannah currently calls Harker Heights, Texas home, and when not thumbing through new content for the journal, she can be found spending time with her soon-to-be husband and their German Shepard, Ziva.

THE HEART BEHIND OUR WORK Something Blue Journal Dallas is North Texas’ premier wedding publication, serving as a source of inspiration and discovery for wedding aficionados and the soon-to-be-wed alike. At Something Blue Journal Dallas, we are purveyors of bespoke, creative talent from the most skilled wedding vendors. We are committed to supporting local vendors in Dallas, Fort Worth, and surrounding regions, so we can continue to foster love and a sense of partnership in our dynamic community. We understand the time and thought poured into planning a wedding, especially a Texas wedding. For this reason, we devote countless hours to carefully curate the features in each publication, so rest assured, when you flip through Something Blue Journal Dallas, you are viewing the masters of each wedding craft — from bridal portrait photographers, to wedding planners, and florists, and much more, our pages are filled with luxury and inspiration. Our team is committed to supporting love in all of its forms and reflecting the beauty found in the diversity of love throughout the pages of each issue. Cover shot by Olive Bee Photography

SOUTHERN HOUSEWIVES PLANNING P L A NN I NG

SOUTHERNHOUSEWIVESPLANNING.ORG @SOUTHERNHOUSEWIVESPLANNING

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Planner: Southern Housewives Planning Floral: Lizzie Bees Flower Shoppe

Venue: Brik Venue

Hair and Makeup: Tease to Please Hair and Makeup

Cake: Wild Flour Cakery DFW Desserts: Sweet Things DFW Rentals: Corral Lane Rentals & Southern Wild Rentals Double Peacock chair & Neon Sign: Warehouse Rose Events Food: 360 Catering and Events Coffee Cart: Night Owl Coffee Cart Photographers: Kendrick Terrell Photos, Melanie Baldi Photography (pictured) Sabel Moments Bruna Kitchen Photography (Smoke Bomb) Videographer: Hello Beautiful Films Bar: Fetch Me Champagne Stationery: Words Made Semple Charcuterie Board: Board + Brie

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BOARD AND BRIE CUSTOM CHARCUTERIE BOARDS

BOARDBRIE.COM @BOARDBRIE Photographer: Ann Starkweather Venue: The French Farmhouse

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MADISON MARYGOLD PHOTOGRAPHY PHOTOGRAPHY

M A D I S O N M A R YG O L D . C O M @ M A D I S O N M A R YG O L D P H O T O G R A P H Y Photographer: Madison Marygold Photography Venue: Emerson Venue Rentals: Coral Lane Rentals Florist: Melina Molina | Earthly and Whimsical Dress: Shop Alexandra Jo

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M AKE YOU R DRESS SHOPPI NG E X PERIE NCE A BREEZ E! BRIDAL SHOPPING 101 BY DAMELE BRIDAL

Set a Budget

Plan Ahead

Have an idea of what you are willing to spend

Make sure

on your dream gown. (You don’t want to

to your appointment to maximize the look of the

fall in love with a gown that is more than

gown. This also applies to shopping early. Most

you would like to spend) Also, keep in mind

shops will recommend shopping at-least 8 months

the cost of alterations. (almost all gowns

in advance.

to wear the proper undergarments

will need some type of alteration) Having a realistic budget, that is flexible, will help.

Limit Your Group

Be Ready to Buy Don’t be afraid to say YES! Continuing to shop

Keep your shopping entourage small. Choose

after finding your dress can be overwhelming,

2-3 close friends or family members to help you

and can make it harder to decide. You don’t

with your search. This will help you get a better

want to become ‘dress drunk’. This can lead to

idea of what YOU like without too many other

buyers remorse and more expense in the end due

opinions.

to buying a second dress. Say yes while in your

Schedule an Appointment While most bridal shops are walk-in friendly,

dress. Trust the butterflies. (You’d be surprised how many brides find their gown their first time shopping)

booking an appointment in advance ensures a full appointment with your stylist’s undivided attention.

Be Open Minded While it’s good to have an idea of what you

Most importantly remember to have fun! Dress shopping is a special event in your life so make sure to take time to enjoy it.

like; make sure to keep an open mind. Let your consultant pull gowns for you not your guests. This will cut down on chaos and confusion

Photography by: Nicole Lea Photography

during your appointment. Your stylist is an expert, and will have an idea of what types of gowns will look amazing on your body type.

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JENNIFER SEIBERT STUDIOS ARTIST

J E N N I F E R S E I B E R T. C O M @JENNIFERSEIBERTSTUDIOS Paintings & Design: Jennifer Seibert Studios Planning: Carleigh Long Design + Coordination Photography: Sami Kathryn Floral: Petals n Pastels Venue: Bingham House Hair & Makeup: The Megan Starr Paper: Lane Love Paper Co. Cake: Butterfly Cakery Rentals: Marquee Events Rentals: Authentic Events Co. Gown: Milena’s Bridal

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SPEEDWELL EVENT CO. P L A NN I NG

S P E E DW E L L E V E N TCO.CO M @ S P E E DW E L L E V E N TCO Planner: Speedwell Event Co. Venue: School House Events Photographer: Lorena Burns Photography Dress: Wed Bridal Boutique Veil: Crowning Glory Veils Co. Tuxedo: Mister Tuxedo Dallas Flowers: Studio Tersilla Rentals: Top Tier Event Rentals Hair and Makeup: Tousled Studio Stationery: Sandy Ngo Bar: Dallas Drafts

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BRENT & BAILEY

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VENDORS Planner: Southern Housewives Planning Photographer: Laning Photo Floral: Alba Dahlia Floral Church: St. Mary of the Assumption HAMU: Baylee Brad Dress: Lovely Bride-Dallas/Sarah Seven Cake: Loft 22 Suit: The Black Tux

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MEMORIES BOUND FLORAL FLORAL

@ M E M O R I E S B O U N D F LO R A L Florals: Memories Bound Floral Venue: The Emerson & Coral Lane Video: FilmTales Weddings

Planning: Treasured Heart Events Photo: Matt Allen Photography

Catering: Vestals Catering Co.

Cake: Creme de la Creme Cake Company DJ: Hans Mensch

Transportation: Hamilton Transportation

Bridal Gown: Blue Bridal Boutique of Austin

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DRINK FAIRY BARTENDER

T H E D R I N K FA I R Y. N E T @T H E D R I N K FA I R Y SBJ VENDOR

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COLTER & STEPHANIE

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VENDORS Venue: The Grand Ivory Photography: Local Embers & Co. Florals: Gardenia Event Decor MUAH: Erin Blair Makeup & Hair Cake: Market Street DJ: Toast Entertainment Photobooth: The Photo Cabana Design & Coordination: Carleigh Long Design + Coordination

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OLIVE BEE PHOTOGRAPHY PHOTOGRAPHY

O L I V E B E E P H OTO.CO M @ O L I V E B E E P H OTO G RA P H Y T X 22

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Photographers: Olive Bee Photography Tablescape Design & Stationery: Watson Weddings Floral Designer: Alba Dahlia Floral Desserts: Bee’s Sweet Treats (Cookies & Donuts) Hair & Makeup: M.U.A.H Jessica Stoughton & CO Venue: The Emerson | Kaufman, TX Bar: Black Cactus Bar Co Kathryn Wooley & Jarrod Trammell Rentals: Coral Lane & Southern Wild Rentals (tepee) Dress: Georgio’s Bridal Suit: Men’s Wearhouse

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UNEXPECTED COSTS OF A WEDDING BY VERONICA ROEMER WITH SPEEDWELL EVENT CO.

We all know weddings can be expensive.

sure to take a full invitation to the post office

Between the venue, food, alcohol, flowers,

to weigh it before you order stamps), RSVP

and entertainment, you’re already racking

cards, and thank you cards. Additionally,

up a hefty bill. But as the day gets closer, you

don’t want to find that you under-budgeted

bridal shower, or bachelorette party, you

your expenses because you forgot about these

may require stamps for those! Plan about

unexpected wedding costs.

an extra $2+ per invitation for stamps!

Stamps

Tips for vendors

You remember the save the dates and the

All vendors will lay out their expenses ahead

invitations, but stamps are often forgotten.

of time for you, but tipping is often expected

Depending on how many invitations you

with many vendors, including officiant, hair

send out and how heavy those invitations

and makeup, catering staff and bartenders,

are, stamps can get expensive! You’ll need

DJ/band,

them for save the dates, invitations (make

transportation. For a detailed tip guide, reach

you’re

having

delivery

and

engagement

setup

staff,

party,

and

out to your planner! Speedwell Event Co has a tip guide that can help, and we make sure to give your tips to those vendors on your wedding day, so you don’t have to worry about it!

Transportation Consider the cost of transportation for your bridal party to the ceremony, to the reception (if at a different place) and to your final destination after the reception. If you’re having a destination wedding or your wedding is in a more remote location, you may want to get shuttles for your guests as well.

Accessories and Alterations In addition to your wedding jewelry, veil and shoes, your perfect dress may require some extra $ to make it the perfect fit. Plus, if you want a bustle, it’ll need to be added during alterations. If the groom is buying a suit, that 24

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may require alterations as well. And don’t forget his tie, socks, cuff links, tie clip, etc! Pictures of the two of you will probably be your most cherished photos, so you’ll want to make sure all your details are in place and everything fits just right! You can find a seamstress/ tailor in your budget, but make sure to find a reputable vendor with good recommendations – they’re handling THE dress, after all.

Hotel Rooms Don’t forget about a hotel room for you and your new spouse the night of your wedding! You may need a room for more than one night, and separate rooms for the night before the wedding. If you’re getting married in the city

tight budget. But having a planner for your wedding will make your day smoother, more fun, less stressful, and all around better! If you don’t have someone you can trust to run all the behind the scenes of your wedding, you’ll find yourself doing it instead of what you should be doing – getting married and having the best day/ night with your spouse, bridal party, family and your guests! There are countless issues that inevitably occur at a wedding, so rely on a trustworthy planner or coordinator to handle it all! You can 100% find a planner in your price range, call Speedwell Event Co to talk about packages.

you live, you can definitely skip this expense and go to your house, but I recommend making it a special night and getting a hotel room! Talk to the hotel you’re setting up your room blocks with – sometimes they’ll offer the Bride

and Groom a special or a free room if a certain number of guests book with them!

Bridal Party Gifts Typically, you want to get your bridesmaids and groomsmen something special to say thank you for standing up next to you. Often, it’s a good idea to get something meaningful or that they can wear on the day of the wedding, like jewelry for the girls and socks or ties for the guys. Budget approximately $50-$125 per person.

Wedding Planner / Coordinator You may not think of this as a necessity for your wedding, especially if you’re on a E DI TOR IA L

DAMELE BRIDAL BRIDAL GOWNS

DAMELEBRIDAL.COM @DAMELEBRIDAL

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EMILY BRAGG PHOTOGRAPHY PHOTOGRAPHY

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BRANDON & TERESA

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VENDORS Photographer: Nicole Lea Photography Venue: The Grand Ivory Florist: T&T Flowers and Gifts Videographer: Dallas Wedding Cinema Rentals: AM Linen Rental Wedding Dress: Allure Bridals + Ava’s Bridal Salon Bridesmaids Dresses: (Mixed styles and colors) Grooms + Groomsmen Attire: Joseph A Bank Jewelry: Kendra Scott

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CARLEIGH LONG DESIGN + COORDINATION P L A NN I NG

CARLEIGHDESIGN.COM @ C A R L E I G H LO N G D E S I G N S Design & Styling: Carleigh Long Design + Coordination Photography: Kate Panza Photography

Venue: The French Farmhouse Venue

Painter: Jennifer Seibert Studios

Florals: Haute Poppies Floral

Flower Truck & Favors: Sand & Soil Flower Truck Co.

Bridal Salon: Milena’s Bridal

Dress: Lollyn by Gabbiano

Calligraphy: Write This Way Calligraphy

Hair and Makeup: Erin Blair Makeup & Hair

Tuxedo: Generation Tux

Rentals: Big D Party Rentals

Jewelry: The True Gem

Desserts: Pinch of Salt Pastries

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NICOLE LEA PHOTOGRAPHY PHOTOGRAPHY

N IC OL E G I L L I HA N . C OM @ N IC OL E G I L L I HA N Photographer: Nicole Lea Photography

Venue: The French Farmhouse

Designer: Carleigh Long Design + Coordination Rentals: Top Tier Event Rentals Linens: Nuage Designs

Florist: Haute Floral Cake: Butterfly Cakery

Dress + Veil: Bridal Boutique Lewisville

Dress Designer: Berta Bridal Shoes: Bella Belle Stationary: Lupine Letters BTS Photographer: Willow Vogt Photography

Jewelry: Eragem MUAH: Brite Beauty

Ring box: Lovely Ring Boxes

Models: The Campbell Agency

Bridal book: The Mrs. Book

Mask: Claire Pettibone

Backdrop: Jennifer Seibert

Desserts: Pinch of Salt

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Tux: Generation Tux

Charcuterie Board: Board + Brie

WRITE THIS WAY CALLIGRAPHY

W R I T E T H I S WAYC A L L I G R A P H Y. C O M @W R I T E T H I S WAYC A L L I G R A P H Y Calligraphy: Write This Way Calligraphy Design + Coordination: Carleigh Long Design + Coordination Venue & Florals: House of Dirt Jewelry: Antonio & Frankie

Photographer: Gaby Pineda Photography Rentals: Big D Party Rentals

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KAITLIN RODGERS PHOTO PHOTOGRAPHY

K A I T L I N R O D G E R S P H OTO.CO M @ K A I T L I N R O D G E R S P H OTO Photography: Kaitlin Rodgers Photo Dress: Milena’s Bridal

Floral: Sage Moose Flower Farm

Hair and Makeup: The Dallas Makeup Team

Décor: Royal Event Rentals DFW

Macrame: Macrame by MK

Stationery: Bethany’s Letter Shop

Cake: Blondie’s Bake House

Jewelry: Susan Saffron Jewelry

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Venue: The Lumen Room

STUMPED ON WEDDING VOWS? BY HANNAH BARGAS | Vow Books by Write This Way Calligraphy

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Of course, we know you could whip up cute text to your soon to be partner in crime, but your vows will be something treasured to you and your spouse for a lifetime. You don’t want anything that would be anything but your best. But, you have A LOT going on. Between working with your vendors to make sure everything is in line for your big day, we took the initiative and wrote down our favorite pieces for the perfect vow exchange!

USE THE LOCATION WHERE YOU MET, YES EVEN IF IT WAS BUMBLE. Did you meet at a park, a bar, or as the 21st century singles know it, ‘ by swiping right’? No matter where you met them, we are sure that it is a story worth telling. Think about how they made you feel that first night you met, even if you weren’t too fond of them at first (this can lead to some audience laughter - which is great for pictures!). Did you buy the first round of drinks, or did they? What was the most awkward point in the conversation? Did you know right then they were your person for life?

MAKE A PROMISE TO PUT UP WITH THEIR(ANNOYING) QUIRKS. You’ve heard it before, and you’ll hear it again. Marriage is about compromise, a lot of compromise. With that being said, does your significant other always have to have the TV volume at a number ending in five? Do they insist on not washing their favorite football jersey because they swear it can bring bad luck? Do they leave their dirty clothes right next to the hamper? Whatever that quirk is, you love them through it all - and they’ll love you back for it. E DI TOR IA L

TAKE TIME TO REFLECT. What have you conquered since you’ve been together? Has there been separation between you two, where you had to go long periods without seeing one another, if so, how did that shape your relationship? At what point, did you realize you wanted to marry them? All of these sweet moments are massive talking points when constructing your marriage vows. Not only do they hold some of the best memories, but your guests will be elated to hear how your story has evolved to your big day.

TH I NK ABOUT TH E F UTU RE. Are you planning a family in the near future? What traits of your spouse do you hope are passed down to your future child(ren)? Are you or have you bought your home with your significant other? What parts of the house can you just not wait to work on together? Maybe, it’s the backyard where you’ll both host future family parties. Or, the bathroom that needs some new tile. Whatever that project is, what excites you the most about being able to do it with them? Also, it’s definitely valid if the only thing you’re excited about is watching them do all the work, while you drink a cocktail or couple beers!

We hope these writing tips have guided you through some writer’s block. Now, get to writing!

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