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Hi Everyone!
My name is Cheyanne Jackson and I am so thrilled to say that I am the summer intern at Boldly Chic Events. I am currently an advertising major with a hospitality and tourism management minor at Ball State University. I am also a student-athlete at Ball State and have been swimming for the last 12 years."GO CARDS!" Swimming and athletics have been such a huge part of my life but as my senior year approaches that chapter is coming to an end and I couldn't be more excited to start a new one. Event coordinating has always been a passion of mine. I am the type of person that needs a step by step plan for everything. What I enjoy most about event planning is being able to go above and beyond people's expectations. I find myself always paying attention to minor details that others may not see. I am excited to work with the talented coordinators here at BCE and gain professional experience as well as build my skill set for everything that goes on behind the scenes to plan an event.
My Favorite part about a wedding would have to be the design and decor that go into a space to change an ordinary room into an extraordinary one. Also, who doesn't love a happy ending to a love story?
Working at BCE this summer I am most looking forward to learning from some of Indianapolis' top coordinators. I am excited to watch client's dreams become a reality.
Favorite Magazine: Glamour
Favorite Color Combo: Blush and Champagne OR my new favorite, Coral and Turquoise.
Hobbies: I enjoy working out which is usually swimming for me. I also can never get tired of shopping, like any other girl. My relaxing or "happy place" would be in the corner of Barnes and Nobles, with my friends, skimming over wedding and fashion magazines.
Favorite Cocktail: I'm not much of a cocktail girl but I will have a glass wine any day!
Favorite Store: All of them! I can shop anywhere but one of my favorite stores would have to be Francesca's, I love small boutique shops.
Boldly Yours,
Cheyanne
As our busy season is upon us, we have been lucky to get the time to visit some great venues!
Recently, I took a trip up to West Lafayette (Boiler-UP!) to
take a peak at Purdue University’s event spaces. Our awesome intern, Kaiti, and myself
met with Elizabeth, the Sales Coordinator for Levy Restaurants at PU, who
graciously showed us around Ross Ade Pavilion and Mackey Arena. Ross Ade offers several different
spaces, some of them with amazing views of the football field – very unique!
Photo found on purduesports.com
Photo found on levyrestaurants.com
Mackey Arena has undergone a complete makeover – definitely
a huge upgrade from what Lori and I saw when we attended PU! With that construction, they’ve added
several new event spaces. The
Spurgeon Club being one of the most unique rooms, with an upper floor overlooking
the main event space. The built in
bar and the floor to ceiling Purdue logo with backlighting really makes this a
great space for our Boilermaker Brides!
Here are some pictures of the Spurgeon Club during Construction and a few pics of the completed upper loft.
On the Indy side of things, Lori and I also recently visited the Indiana State Museum. We’re excited to have a BCE wedding
there this summer, so it was a great refresher to go through the space! The museum has awesome views of the city
and canal making this a great downtown venue! The sky is truly the limit here! Erica, the Social Event Planner, was so kind to show us
around that day!
Picture found on facebook.com/indiana.state.museum
Picture found on weddingbook.com
Picture found on joelcookston.com
Picture found on clairecorbinphotography.blogspot.com
All the spaces we’ve recently visited are so versatile and
gorgeous; we can’t wait to work in all these venues for future BCE events!
Boldly Yours,
Christine
A full belly, a full cup of joe and full lineup of client weddings on the horizon - that is what today has offered up to me.
Today we hosted my family's monthly, 1st Sunday lunch - and we had a delicious Baked Potato Bar with so many wonderful toppings to choose from. I filled up fast (and piled on the salsa and green onions) and had a great time hanging out with everyone. Two babies in the group make things more interesting and they always take center stage.
I think one thing my job has reinforced is that family is thee most important thing. Without them, I wouldn't be as strong and I certainly would not be as supported in all that I do and dream to do.
I work with families all day long - planning for special occasions and celebrations that will be in their memories forever. I see a lot of hardships, arguments, strife, frustration, love...but, in the end, everything works out and family comes together. Wedding and event planners are very often therapists, counselors and mediators and it is one of the toughest parts of our job. But, I have learned so much while doing it. And, I don't take my family for granted in the least.
With Mother's Day in front of us, I wanted to share some great gift ideas. I can't wait to celebrate with my baby girl this time around. My favorite part about being Mia's mommy? The excitement I feel each and every morning when I wake. I instantly think of her and am overjoyed to spend another day watching her grow.
With that, here are some fab finds - for any of the fabulous women in your life!
This shop is coming to the Fashion Mall really soon - and I, for one, will be a frequent visitor. Their totes are a lovely option for mom or otherwise!
If you haven't heard the news - Kate Spade has launched a more affordable and super chic line called "Saturday". Anything, literally, in this collection would be a most appropriate and gorgeous gift!
I feel like socks are a go-to gift. Who doesn't love pretty socks? Quirky, colorful, fun socks are the best. The best. Especially for lounging and relaxing around the house. Happy Socks is the place to shop for chic, unique foot covers.
Enjoy your week and be sure to hug and celebrate family each and every day - even when you just aren't feelin' it.
Boldly Yours,
Lori
Wow. What a week in the news. My mind and heart was all around Boston this week. Emotions were running high and it really put things into perspective for me. You absolutely can never be sure what is going to happen next (and that is tough for the planner in me) and you must live your life to the rim of the cup - all the way to the top. I cuddled my husband and baby girl tight this week for sure.
Wedding season is here. Right here ladies and gentlemen. We are off and running and I couldn't be happier. With so many wonderful and kind clients - I can already tell this season is going to be great.
And, we are in the midst of moving office locations - something we are thrilled and excited about! Our new location is in the Arts & Design District of Carmel. Our studio address is:
Boldly Chic Events
630 N Rangeline Rd
Carmel, IN 46032
We will be sharing the space with the fabulous and creative Sara Ackermann Photography. I promise to share some photos of the space once we are all set up - shouldn't be too long!
Alongside that - we are SO CLOSE to launching the redesigned website. So, be excited - it is pretty wonderful (we think!).
Other favorites to share?
Color is everything - especially for my clients. But, I also think it is very indicative of a person's character, mood and more. Which is why I will be placing my order this week for some of these goodies...
C'est Chic!
All photos from www.pantone.com
Lastly, as I continue on the journey that is decorating our home (even a year after we purchased it) I love finding new things to fill it with. Lindsey Letters has great prints and pieces...check 'em out!
For a nursery...
For a newly assigned monogram (ahem...newlyweds!)
For fun and thoughtfulness...
All photos from www.lindsayletters.com
Speaking of the house...I must clean today. And then work a little (but really a lot) - per my usual.
Enjoy your final weekend hours!
Boldly Yours,
Lori
Lori and I had the privilege of attending Thomas Caterers' Annual Tasting for their 2013 menu.
Every year Thomas (led by Kelly and Vince Early) adds unique and delicious items to their menu and we
were so excited to attend and try a bite of everything! The presentation is super important when it comes to food - and on this particular night, we were not disappointed!
The tasting took place at D’Amore, which is at the very top
of the Chase Tower. We love
D’Amore and had a great time enjoying the 360 degree views of the city while
sipping Chardonnay and grabbing every delicious hors d’oeuvre that passed us!
Erin of Erin Hession Photography captured some amazing
pictures of the delicious hors d’oeuvres, salads, entrees and desserts. She graciously let us use a few photos
to share with you!
Top left and right: Chimichurri Quinoa with Tomatoes and
Almonds and Beef Brochette garnished – at this station guests
could simply take a jar from it’s hanging display
Middle photos: Hummus Trio with Pita Chips Station – Beet,
Carrot and Kale Hummus – absolutely delicious and love the magnet display!
Middle right: Savory Goat Cheesecakes with Tomato Jam and
Cucumber Relish – one of our favs!
Bottom left: Hanging Charcuterie Skewers with Prosciutto,
Andouille Sausage, Gouda Cheese, and Cornichons
Bottom right: Seared Cauliflower with an Olive Relish on top
of Tomato Braised Lentils and Parsley Oil
Top left: Cheeseburger Pizza Sliders station – “sliders” fit
this station perfectly, as the mini pizza box actually took a trip down a
slide for guests to catch at the bottom
Courtesy of my iPhone
Bottom left: Candied Bacon BLT’s
Middle photos: Grilled Romaine Salad with Black Bean and
Corn Relish with a Lime Tequila Dressing and a Flour Tortilla Crisp
Top right: The Flower Garden – we actually cheered with
these! The flowers were removed and inside the vases was a yummy drink!
Bottom right: Bacon and Balsamic Glazed Chicken with
Mascarpone Polenta, Sauteed Kale and Mushrooms, and Matchstick Potatoes
garnished with Tiny Vegetables
Top left: Pie Flight – Rich Chocolate French Silk, Cinnamon
Apple Pie, Key Lime Pie, Banana Cream Pie
Middle left: Strawberry Noodles with a Basil Chocolate Cake
Ball and Sweet Breadstick garnished with Shaved White Chocolate
Bottom right photos: Breakfast for Dessert – White Russian
Milk with Kahlua Cheerios, Latte Panne Cotta in Coffee Cups and Cinnamon Puff
Dough “Biscotti”
Overall, everything was outstanding! We love Thomas Caterers and cannot
wait to continue working with them throughout this year. There were many more offerings that evening and not enough time
to describe them all! We’d like to thank Erin Hession Photography for the
awesome photos and of course Thomas Caterer’s for the opportunity to attend this event! It
was nothing less than extraordinary!
Boldly Yours,
Christine
I seriously drink coffee throughout the entire day on the weekends. Adam asks me in the morning "how much coffee should I make?" I answer "I am going to be pouring it all day long..." It might be overkill.
So, I really do have a warm mug right in front of me as I type this...along with some Peanut M&M's...
My weekend was great. My sweetie planned a day date on Saturday and Aunt Katie (who writes at Tomorrow with a Smile) and Uncle Justin played with our little love while we spent some time catching up. Life has been busy. Extremely busy. And, on top of busy it has been a little heavy. Big decisions are not easy and always wear on me a little. So, it was really nice to sit and talk to my best friend and other half. We enjoyed Falafel (not quite the NYC kind, but still delish) which I had been craving, created some glass pieces to be fused and enjoyed a sweet stop at pinkberry. Oh, and a car wash. It was just what I needed.
Today was spent resting, taking care of some house projects and playing with our little girl. The weather was fab and the day was easy. Did I do a little slab of BCE work too? Well...yes. I can't help myself because sometimes it doesn't even feel like work. It feels like fun.
This next week is going to be filled to the brim with "stuff" to take care of, but I am excited because at the end of it we will get to take our cutie pie to the Zoo. The little things matter most to me - and Mia is pretty little!
All that aside, I do have some fun stuff to share....starting with our 2013 Summer Internship opportunity. So, if you know the right person - pass it on! Interviews will begin in two weeks.
Next to that....here some pretties that might get you excited before you begin the week!
the Everygirl is phenomenal. Inspirational. Loaded with good ideas, hot topics, and great interviews with great women. If you have time - give it a try. I am a recent addict.
I love good statement, jewelry pieces. And, with Mother's Day literally around the corner, Pretty Please Jewelry Shop makes some of the girliest, sweetest pieces at prices I love...they are a "must follow" on Facebook.
Time to wrap it up and eat some sushi. Weird combo with coffee and M&M's? ...absolutely! And, let's be honest, I will also be tuning in to the RHOA Reunion happening right now on Bravo TV...
Boldly Yours,
Lori
Wedding décor is just so gorgeous, it’s hard to imagine only using
it for one day! Obviously the décor you choose will be a reflection of your own
personal style; that is why we love the idea of purchasing pieces that can be
reused in your home for many years to come. The pieces you place in your home will be even more than just a
gorgeous accessory; they will have so many wonderful memories associated with
them as well!
A wedding is a big investment, so why not feel better about
where you money is going by getting more use out of these amazing pieces??
I personally have an obsession with chandeliers; I could have one in
every single room, chandeliers everywhere! What I find even more special about them is the romantic
ambiance that they can create at a wedding. Don’t be afraid to invest in a piece like this, because it
can absolutely be re-purposed into your home décor. It would be amazing over your dining room table! Plus, you will always have the memory
of this being a part of your big day...maybe you will even say your vows right underneath those sparkly crystals...
Photos found on www.pinterest.com
I continue to see more and more people using an escort board to display their seating assignments - and I love it. They are very easy for guests to read and do not require guests to hold their escort card the entire cocktail hour. The frame used to display the seating board is another item that could be reused in your home. Escort boards can be done in many ways, whether the table assignments be professionally printed on a sign, written on a chalkboard, or displayed on ribbon (like below). Any way you do it, a frame is usually required to give it that finishing touch. Invest in one that fits the style that you and your fiance are planning to create in your home. A gorgeous photo of the newlyweds would be perfect for the frame! After the wedding - hang and enjoy.
Picture found on thewindmillwinery.com
Photo found on www.theknot.com
Reuse your monogram! We see a lot of custom monograms used
on wedding day. Again, invest in
one made of substantial materials (wood, acrylic....) and display on your front door for years to
come! This is a great way to welcome guests to your home you now share with your official "other half"!
Photo by Jessica Strickland Photography
Design by Boldly Chic Events
Picture found on hollymathisinteriors.com
Photo found at www.pinterest.com
A cardholder is always necessary at a gift table. A constant and cute idea we see is the birdcage. Yes, it is back and it is fabulous! Of course, this accessory can also play double duty - chic, girly cardholder on wedding day and the perfect patio
décor thereafter!
Pictures found on www.bridestreasures.com & www.inspirationforhome.blogspot.com
These are just a few examples of
how you can keep great pieces from your
wedding….forever! My advice would be…if anything, invest
in a chandelier...because, as I mentioned above - I am slightly obsessed. And, a light fixture can make a room. Instantly.
But, truly, make wise selections and spend appropriately. The money won't seem so "lost" if you know you will be able to enjoy the pieces for years to come. The special memories that come with them will be an added "YES!!!!".
Boldly Yours,
Christine
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