Happy Birthday to me!

That's right...it's my Birthday!



As terribly obnoxius as it is to post to the world, I couldn't resist. I LOVE birthdays...they give people a reason to party and they allow you a moment to reflect on your past, celebrate your accomplishments and plan for the future. That...and there's always cake!

As a "so close to Christmas you can almost taste it" baby, the minute people learn my birth date, they immediately react with an "awh, poor thing-you must be so dissapointed that you don't get separate gifts". This is a total misconception. Believe you me, I've asked many fellow Christmas time babies and they all agree-we fight hard for recognition of our day as OUR day (sometimes through blogs :smile) and we usually receive separate gifts.

Me personally, I have the best gift in the world. Good health, a family that loves and supports me, friends that I adore, a business that inspires me and an angel of a son. What more could a girl want? (Tiffany earrings excluded)

To all my fellow December babies, happy birthday to you too!

Such a Cutie Pie!

I'm always torn when it comes to favors. Personally, I think spending $10/pp of an additional expense and stressing until no end just so you're guests don't talk about you is...ABSURD! But, we all do it and since you're going to do it, make your money (and those gray hairs) work for you -Go edible!

I fell in love with the great treats from Cutie Pie Cookie Company, LLC. . The New York based company offers a couture line which includes four designs and the option to customize your sweet treat with the design of your choice. Not only are the cookies sooo "cute", at $3.25 each (which includes the option to package the cookie as either a gift or a favor), you'll have plenty left over to by extra for you! Sweet!

Style Cap with Tiffany Forde of A'Janae, Inc.

I'm so excited for today's style Cap. Tiffany Forde is not only one of my amazing makeup artists, I also had the honor of Coordinating her wedding earlier this year.



Isis: Well Lady...It's been a little while. Three months to be exact. I can't believe it's been that long since we worked together on your Wedding! Thanks for agreeing to be my first interview on Style Cap.

The rules are simple. I will ask you 7 questions to give our readers an idea of who you are and what you do. Sit back, relax and enjoy the ride...No pressure!

So, exactly how long have you been in the industry and how did you get started?

Tiffany: I have been in the industry about 6 years. I first got started in college doing makeup for fashion shows.

Isis: What is your most favorite part of your job?
Tiffany: That's easy...my favorite part is making people beautiful

Isis:What does a typical day in the office consist of?
Tiffany: Please...you know I don't work in an office. I'm on location so my "office" is wherever my Client is. For a model, it may be on a set or in a geographical location. For my Brides, the day may start where the Bride decides to get dressed and often ends at the reception site.

Isis: Ok Tiff, tell us an interesting fact about you that we may never have guessed.
Tiffany:Believe it or not, I was a cellist for 15 years

Isis:What is the one mistake clients often make when it comes to makeup?
Tiffany: Clients have a misconceived notion that makeup is supposed to wear like a mask and hide who they are. On your Wedding day, it's our job to make you LOOK beautiful and your job to feel your best. The last thing you want to do is look back at your Wedding pictures and not recognize the face on the page.

Isis: So give us the scoop. What do you see in terms of industry trends/predictions for 2008.
Tiffany:I won't share too much, but I will say that lashes are all the rage!!!

Isis: I always emphasize to my Clients that their day is all about their signature style and having an event that "oozes" just that. How do you define your "signature" style?
Tiffany: My personal signature style is sophisticated with a hint of creative expression!

Isis: Now for the easy part. Can you let our readers know where they can find you!
Tiffany: Sure! The name of the business is A'Janae ( aah-jah-nay) and you can find us on the web at www.experiencecolorbyajanae.com

Isis: Thanks again Tiffany and give the new hubby my best.
Tiffany: Anytime. Thank you!

His Name is Brian

Brian Branch Price.

More often than you can imagine, I have been emailed and asked who "shot" the headshot on my website. His name is Brian Branch Price.



I've realized it's the shock value of seeing me in a dress. ( For those of you who don't know, this self-professed shopaholic is the PROUD owner of 200+ pairs of jeans!)Only Brian could get me "dolled" up (courtesy ofthe FABULOUS Cheryl Ann Wadlington of Evoleur Consultants) for a photo shoot at the Art Museum.

The shoot was so much fun. I'm not sure if it was the "superstar" feel of being followed by a photographer as people stared to see if I was a celebrity, or the laughs we shared watching hundreds of people repeatedly run up the Art Museum steps and do the "Rocky" stanze, but we had a blast!

Brian and I have worked events in the past and I really do adore him. This business certainly has it's perks!

Here are some of Brian's pictures from his recent trip to Africa. Lucky guy.

Something New

As we embark on a New Year and a new Wedding season, I've decided to add something New to the blog. It's called "Style cap". ( I SWEAR I didn't remember that the Style Network was using this term until AFTER I came up with it and well...I like it, so we'll just have to share!)

Every week I will set out to interview an event professional to illustrate their view of the business, tips & tricks to help you on your pursuit of the perfect party and insight to their signature style!

Hope you enjoy and look for "Style cap" soon.