Something Blue Stylists

Long Time, No See!

2011-09-03T23:10:00.000-07:00

Who could have imagined that having 2 kids under two would leave me no time for blogging? :-) Time flies, and the 2011 wedding season has been my busiest yet! I have worked with some incredibly gorgeous brides this year, and can't wait to share some sneak peeks with you! Here is just a small sampling of what I am cooking up for you:

She's Here!

2011-03-16T21:16:00.000-07:00

Maggie Louise Martin
February 24th at 8:48 am
6 lbs 14 oz, 18 inches

WeddingWire Brides's Choice Awards 2011

2011-01-27T10:20:00.000-08:00

WeddingWire, the nation’s leading wedding technology company,

is thrilled to announce

Something Blue Stylists has been selected to receive the prestigious annual

WeddingWire Bride’s Choice Awards™ 2011

for Bridal Hair and Makeup for the 3rd year in a row!

Recognition for the Bride’s Choice Awards™ 2011 is determined by recent reviews and extensive surveys from over 750,000 WeddingWire newlyweds. Our past clients are among those that shared their experiences on WeddingWire, the largest wedding review site in the nation.

Something Blue Stylists stands among the top five percent of wedding professionals in the WeddingWire community, representing quality and service excellence within the wedding industry. Awards were given to the top wedding professionals across 20 service categories, from wedding venues to wedding photographers, and were based on the overall professional achievements throughout the past year.

“WeddingWire is honored to celebrate the success of the top-rated wedding professionals within the WeddingWire community,” said Timothy Chi, WeddingWire’s Chief Executive Officer. “With the annual Bride’s Choice Awards™ program, WeddingWire has the unique opportunity to recognize the best wedding professionals across the US and Canada. We applaud Something Blue Stylists for their professionalism and dedication to enhancing the wedding planning experience last year.”

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TLC's New Reality Show, Wedding Day Makeover

2010-11-01T15:49:00.000-07:00

I was floored and honored to be a part of TLC's newest reality series following ladies as they are transformed into gorgeous brides, "Wedding Day Makeover".

You can catch new episodes airing every day on TLC at 5:30 pm PST (though on my HD channel it has been airing at 2:30 pm PST, so I would check your local listings just in case!), and reruns airing every weekday at 11:30 am PST.

Our episode will be airing November 16th,

and I am so stoked to see how everything turned out!

I'll post a video after it airs, in case you miss it!

(and as soon as I figure out how to do that...)

I can't believe I get to do this for a living!

2010-10-11T22:39:00.000-07:00

I love getting emails from brides reaffirming that I am on the right path in life... and that I rock... Well, ok, maybe not that I rock per say, but that I am good at what I do...ok fine, I am FABULOUS at what I do, and the reason is simply this... I love it. I loooove it. L-O-V-E. And if you love to do something, you are more likely to pour your heart into it. And when you put your heart into something, you can never fail. I received this email this weekend, along with these photos, and it made me feel like I do when I sit down with a Godiva chocolate bar and a tall glass of ice cold milk (...can you tell I am pregnant?)...it was like a hug for my soul. Enjoy!

"Hi Andrea,

Just wanted to drop you an email and say thank you again for all you did for us on my wedding day! I just got our professional photos back…and I have to say…my hair and makeup looked A-freaking-mazing! I can’t believe how good it looks! I am so thrilled with how everything turned out! I thought I’d share a few photos! Our photographer was Zenia from Zeniaphotography.com if you want to use them for anything, but mostly I just wanted to compliment you again on your work…you are fabulous! Good luck to you and your little one on the way!

-K"

And she is right... she looks freaking ah-mazing....

K, you were such a pleasure to work with and I truly wish you and your new hubby the best of all things in your new life together!

Anne + Paul

2010-08-25T19:36:00.000-07:00

Anne and I go way back! She was actually a bridesmaid at another wedding, and I was so honored when she contacted me almost a year in advance to book me for her wedding day! Her preview went so smoothly, and I knew that she was going to be a joy to work with on her big day. It started out a fairly cloudy day at the Laguna Cliffs Marriott, and as we finished up, the sky burst open, and it turned out to be one of the most beautiful days I have seen this summer!

Congratulations Anne and Paul!

Dread Pirate Memphis

2010-08-23T20:48:00.000-07:00

Sooo this post is totally not wedding related, but I just wanted to share my little man's special day. We celebrated my son's 1st birthday with a pirate themed bash. It was almost as much fun planning this, as it was my wedding!

The Birthday Throne :-)

The one awesome thing about my sister's wedding being the day before, was that she had SO much food leftover! We didn't have to buy anything!

Don't worry, it's a temporary tattoo. :-)

This is what remained of his HUGE Costco cupcake.

I was amazed.

Happy Birthday Memphis!

My Sister's Big Day!

2010-08-02T09:46:00.000-07:00

I can't believe that August is here already! July was such an event filled month, it just flew by! To start, my oldest sister Jessi because Mrs. Olmsted on July 24th, 2010. I had the pleasure of being her triple threat that day, maid of honor, hair stylist and makeup artist. She made a gorgeous bride, and even though is was 105 degrees with 100% humidity (good ole' Indiana weather), she remained fresh faced and flawless all day!

Of course none of the professional photos are in yet, but I was amazed at how many great photos guests were able to catch, especially those on the balcony! Now as many of your know, dessert tables have been a trend that has really caught on, and I knew that my sister would have to have one...whether she liked it or not :-D. She was such a good sport and really let me take the idea and run with it.

Amy Atlas, eat your heart out!

We had jelly beans, cupcakes, lemon cakes, cinnamon cakes, pirouettes, suckers, rice krispy treats, brownies...a little something for everyone! It came out beautifully, and I really have to thank everyone who contributed to the project, especially my mom for scouring the Goodwill glass section almost weekly trying to find perfect cake stands, my best friend Danielle, who sat and filled and stapled our adorable jelly bean packets, and my step dad Doug for custom making the table top, and basically being our all around handy man. I can't wait to show you all the ring bowl that he made , it was spectacular.

For the reception, Jessi traded in her wedding gown for a light and airy sun dress (with pockets!) to help beat the heat. A celebratory cigar photo was in order... she looks so classy. ;-)

This was my wedding present to the newlyweds. Jason is a huge Cubs fan, and I am quite handy with Photoshop when I need to be. Congratulations Jessi and Jason again, I am so happy for you both!

Next post...my son Memphis' 1st birthday party! Here is a sneak peek...

Amie & Robby

2010-07-05T20:19:00.000-07:00

Amie was fantastic to work with. She had a preview about a month prior to her ceremony, and we decided that extensions would be the perfect accessory for her wedding day, adding some much needed length and volume to her limp locks:

I created a soft romantic, beachy look for her wedding that took place at the

Casa Romantica in San Clemente in late April.

The day was gorgeous, and so was the bride if I do say so myself:

After a fabulous night of dancing, photo booths, and a sparkler send-off, Amie looks as fresh and fabulous as she did when I left 12+ hours before! Thanks Amie for letting me be a part of your big day! I wish you and your new husband the best! Another huge thanks goes out to Debra Gulbas, of Debra Gulbas Photography, for sending me such amazing photos!

Sneak Peek

2010-07-05T11:45:00.000-07:00

I just wanted to leave you with a taste of what is coming up next...

I just received my disc of images from the lovely Debra Gulbas, of Debra Gulbas Photography, and will be doing a full post in the next week of this gorgeous bride!

Stay thirsty my friends!

Maybe she's born with it...

2010-06-30T18:17:00.000-07:00

Or maybe, just maybe, they are extensions! If your stylist is good, you shouldn't be able to tell. Clip-in human hair extensions are a must for ladies that are follicley (is that a word?) challenged, and planning on wearing their hair down or half up. They are great for adding fullness, and even length, if that is was you are looking for. I recommend these Remy Extensions from Sally Beauty Supply, that are so affordable, and when handled properly, can last you for years! It's a small investment, with a big pay off in your wedding photos. Here are a few ladies, who chose to add extensions to complete their wedding day look:

Extensions are great! I've got them in about 3 different shades, just in case I feel the need to change up my hair color! :-)

More weddings coming soon! So sorry I've been slacking on my bloggin', I've been traveling recently back home to Indiana to help my sister plan her upcoming wedding, and also plan my sons first birthday! It's going to be a crazy wedding/birthday weekend, that's for sure!

Wild Child Insert Air Guitar Here

2010-05-19T15:57:00.000-07:00

Annie was ridiculously fun to be around on her wedding day. I mean RIDICULOUS. She has such a beautiful energy and fun spirit.

Not to mention, she a complete knock-out!

We used a neutral color palette of browns and creams, combined with a peachy blush and bronzer to compliment the brides natural coloring. Her hair was set and then pulled into a loose bun, with volume at the crown, which draws the eyes upward. Individual lashes were the final touch for this wedding day look.

Her wedding took place at the Ritz Carlton in Dana Point, on an absolutely beautiful sunny day.

The tangerine orange color theme was set off beautifully by splashes of sky blue and twists of lime!

Her photographer, Carly Daniel ,did such an amazing job capturing the spirit of the day, which ended with a kickin' 80s tribute band, "Flock of 80s", and some photobooth shenanigans!

The bride and groom then jetted off for a romantic honeymoon in Hawaii.

Congratulations Annie and Chris!!!

Baltimore is so lucky...

2010-04-29T19:36:00.000-07:00

Maryland just added an awesome couple to it's list of residence. Samantha and Mark, in the midst of planning their wedding, were also orchestrating a move cross county to the historic and beautiful Baltimore. You would think that this would make someone a nervous wreck, all of this planning, but Samantha handled it like grace under fire. She was calm and collected the entire time, even as the hotel room became a whirlwind of activity, she remained all smiles and laughter.

Samantha's mom had never had her makeup professionally done, and kept us on the edge of our seats the entire day before finally deciding to give it a go. We hid her blue eyeliner from her (love you mom!), which had been a staple for her for as long as she could remember, and used a more neutral palette to compliment her features. If I must say, Momma looks fierce!

This is just after their 'first look', and I get goosebumps just looking at it. They are so stinking sweet!

Carly Daniel rocks my socks off...

2010-04-25T23:14:00.000-07:00

There are few vendors that make me giddy with excitement when I find out that they are involved in my brides wedding day. One of these is Carly Daniel, of Carly Daniel Photography, because believe it or not, this wedding was YESTERDAY. Seriously! 24 hours and she's already blogged her teasers! That's how on the ball she is. Teasers are such a big deal to brides (and vendors alike), because who the heck can wait 6-8 weeks for a glimpse at how their wedding photographed! The anxiety would kill me, and I love when photographers keep up on their blogs and are able to deliver fabulous photos in a timely manner. Since I don't want to steal her blog's thunder, you can check out the rest of the teaser photos from Annie's wedding on her blog, and I will post more (never seen!) photos when she sends me the finished product. I am so pumped!!!