More vendors for De La Ronde Hall!

More vendors have signed on to once again participate in Out of the Box's Engaging Cocktail Party! We're excited to welcome back:

Kendall Porter (Make-up Artist)
kjenki8@alumni.lsu.edu

Kendall came to us through Lani of Fleur du Jour -they're siblings! Kendall is providing the make-up for the models that will be carrying Lani's bouquets! What a treat to have your make-up done on such an important day. You'll have to care to so much on the day of your wedding, why add doing your own make-up to the list? Let a professional ensure you're looking your most fabulous. Kendall will take care of your maids and moms too!

Paradise Productions (Videography)
www.ParadiseProductionsInc.com

Wouldn't it be awesome to invite your family and friends to dinner at your home (to use all those great registry items!) and pop in the DVD of your wedding to re-live it? When asked what one thing they would have done differently at their wedding, so many brides answer - they would have hired a videographer! It may not be at the top of your priority list, but it should! Don't just remember your walk down the aisle...watch it! Talk to Scott with Paradise Productions and let him capture your wedding day in motion!

Squire's (Men's formal wear)
www.squirestux.com

Let your guys look dapper! Squire's is your one-stop shop for all groom and groomsmen attire. With classic and contemporary styles, they can definitely equip the men of the party with formal attire that will complement the wedding beautifully - right down to the shoes! Squire's can outfit even the ringbearer! Don't let tuxes be a stressful part of planning. Pick the outfit and let Squire's take care of the rest!

Drake's Catering at De La Ronde Hall (On-site and off-site catering)
www.drakescatering.com

We are so excited to have Drakes Catering as our exclusive caterer! The menu looks fantastic and they have the highest quality service. Drake's can cater any size reception with a menu that fits your tastes. The menu for Out of the Box is just like that of a full wedding reception! Butler-passed appetizers, beautiful cheese and fruit spreads - the works! Bring your appetite because you won't want to miss this!

Out of the Box is excited to welcome these two new vendors:

Debra Guilbeau (Real Estate agent)
http://debraguilbeau.yourkwagent.com/

Because planning for your marriage doesn't stop at the wedding - you need to have a good real estate agent on your side! Whether you're looking for a spacious house with a big yard for your dog, or a contemporary modern condo in the heart of downtown, Debra knows how to find it! Contact Debra Guilbeau with Keller Williams to start the process of moving in to your dream home!

Jazzercise - Krista Scurria (Fitness)
www.Jazzercise.com

Work out that wedding planning stress - get in shape the Out of the Box way! Don't just look fantastic on your wedding day - FEEL fantastic! Get your heart rate up in a fun, relaxed, stress-relieving work-out with Jazzercise! Krista Scurria is a Jazzercise instructor who will be at our Engaging Cocktail Party to provide information to you on how to join in on this awesome way of staying fit.

Brand new Out of the Box date!

A new date and location have been set for our next Engaging Cocktail Party!

Our next event will be held at De La Ronde Hall on July 17, 2008.

The Engaging Cocktail Party at the Old Governor's Mansion in January was such a blast, we are so excited to already have plans in the works for the next one! We are so pleased to have these vendors from the first event already signed on to participate in July!

Ocken Photography
www.ockenphotography.com/blog

Just moved to Baton Rouge from Chicago to open a new location and to come home to the South. Jenn Ocken brought the concept of An Engaging Cocktail Party to Baton Rouge after designing several successful events in Chicago and Dallas.
Ocken Photography specializes in fine art documentary photography - telling a story of the celebration as the day and emotions all unfold for the bride and groom.

Bustle
www.bustlebatonrouge.com

Bustle, a new bridal boutique on Highland Road, has come on board to help design and coordinate An Engaging Cocktail Party! The shop offers a top-notch selection of bridal gowns and accessories that are sure to please the bride with the highest standards. Bustle is a perfect fit for Out of the Box!

Zanella's Wax and Lash Bar
http://www.ezwaxing.com

Erica of Zanella's Wax and Lash Bar has just signed on to be the exclusive wax esthetician! She's the perfect person to see for perfect brows on your wedding day. She has a full menu of services - have your legs waxed before your beach honeymoon, have your underarms waxed so you won't need to shave that morning, get some fabulous eyelash extensions for the perfect look, or get a special wax to add some spark to the wedding night..Stop by and see Erica!

Gala Productions
www.imaginegala.com

Overwhelmed by everything involved in planning your wedding? Need someone with the expertise necessary to turn your vision into reality? There's no better resource than Stacy Parker with Gala Productions! Stacy has brought her years of experience planning the most beautiful weddings in Little Rock, Arkansas to brides here in south Louisiana. Take advantage of her excellent organizational skills and knowledge of the best vendors in the area. Check out her website to see pictures from previous affairs, and be sure to visit with her at our Engaging Cocktail Party. We're sure you'll love her as much as we do!


Bella Bridesmaid
www.BellaBridesmaid.com

Bella Bridesmaid is a natural fit for Out of the Box! A store focused on providing excellent service and a one-of-a-kind experience exclusively for your bridal party is a welcome addition to the local bridal industry! Grace of Bella Bridesmaid is committed to a high level of attentiveness that your bridal party truly deserves. Picking your bridal party attire should be as fun and easy as picking your bridal gown - a trip to Bella Bridesmaid will surely leave you very pleased!

Fleur du Jour
info@fleurdujourla.com

Lani of Fleur du Jour is an exciting addition to our cocktail party. Her work is so unique and beautiful! She has an amazing ability to transform ideas and inspiration into incredible pieces of art. We can't wait to see what she comes up with to decorate the Old Governor's Mansion! She'll be making bouquets for the models and floral arrangements for the decor. Envision your ideal flowers for your wedding, talk to Lani, and watch it unfold!

Check out these interactive events at our Engaging Cocktail Party!

Wow with two days left until Baton Rouge's first ever Engaging Cocktail Party we have to stay we are very excited for it to finally be here!! We want to thank all the brides that have RSVPed and visited both our web site and blog through out the past two months. It has been a truly a blast planning this event and we are so excited to see it in its full glory come Thursday evening!

If you have not already RSVPed make sure you visit www.outoftheboxbridal.com, RSVP, and print out your coupon to skip the line and head right on into the Old Governors Mansion for the most relaxed bridal event you will ever experience!

As you mingle and peruse through the three rooms filled with the great variety of vendors, we hope you enjoy the great background tunes played by Reese Jenkins Disc Jockey Services.

Make sure you stop by every table for they all have something for everyone! Here is a quick list of table gifts and interactive events that will be apart of the nights events.

Bustle Bridal Gowns will have complementary sparking wine!! Practice that cross armed toast with a flute full of sparkling! Also wow over the brides walking around in the latest and greatest trends in wedding gowns throughout the evening.

Make sure you stop by an pick up a groovy little black photo album from Ocken Photography - sure to show off your wedding planning snap shots! Browse through the albums of some of the Ockens' wedding celebration stories! And get the scope on how three siblings all became wedding photographers! Her Dad will even be around to prove it!

As you walk the room of The Old Govenor's Mansion make sure you stop by the library and visit Claire. They will have a wonderful little candy bar for you to grab some sweets to take home and indulge while planning the prefect wedding day!

You will be delighted to have a chance grab a tasting off the butler passed Chicken Brochettes with Jack Daniels Sauce or Crawfish Cakes with Remoulade. And then head into the main dinning hall to try Natchitoches Meat Pies, Hot Crab Dip with Toasts, Shrimp, Spinach and Artichoke Versailles with Pastry Shells, Blackened Chicken Pasta, Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Torte with Crackers, Assorted Croissant Sandwiches, Marinated Vegetable Display, Fruit and Cheese Display all provided by Drake's Catering!

Make sure to stop by the library to visit Huey P. and sample our signature drink - the Engaging Cocktail!

Then stop by Paradise Productions and check out the latest wedding video footage and chat with Scott about the importance of having a video of your celebration!

Speak with Erica of Zanella's Wax and Lash Bar! Ask Erika how she likes the South compared to the great Northwest! Baton Rouge is lucky to have a sensitive waxer here in the city! Remember to pick up one of the goodies she'll have!

Bella Bridesmaid will have her designer dresses modeled as well. And she has cute little pens in the gift bags that will be handed out to all the brides!

Fleur de Jour will have an array of bouquets, floral arrangements and boutonnieres to show off her latest designs that will make an awesome final touch to your wedding day. All the flowers displayed through out the Old Governor's Mansion will be Lani's designs!

Make sure you stop by and talk Molly up at Paper Rock Scissors about your needs fro invitations and stationary needs! Then when you get home look for your free calling card gift flyers in your gift bag.

Laserworks of Louisiana will be there giving skin analysis and free consultations on hair removal! As well, ask Ashley about her several door prizes she will be giving away at the event!

Visit Grand Jewelry Creations and try on samples of their custom made necklaces, bracelets and earrings!

We know you can't miss it! As you walk in make sure you take a second to check out the Bentley and Trolly, Reliant Transportation will park right outside the front door of the Old Governor's Mansion! Huey P. would be proud!

Make sure you stop and visit with Squire's to view the latest trends in tuxes!

Highland Porch will be showing off some samples of their artful edibles you could taste at the next bridal party or rehearsal dinner. And they will have a presentation of there designs.

Stop by Pearson's Travel and dream with Lauren about where you would like to head for your honeymoon! It is the relaxing beach, extravagant Greek isles, or romantic French setting?

First Comes Loves Embroidery can give you a personalized touch to all her embroidered gifts and accessories. She will have on display samples of her handmade silk bags.

Then stop by the and check Kendall Porter's examples of her make up applications. The two brides will be featuring her application as well as several women through out the event. Also at her table Kendall will be drawing out face charts to give you an idea of what she can do for your wedding day!

Also the brides' hair will be designed by Rene Uze at Forum Salon. He will be on hand to talk about the latest trends and give you his expert advice on coloring so he can create absolutely prefect hair design for your wedding celebration!

Stacy Parker from Gala Productions will be available to give her creative ideas to organizing and planning your special day. Make sure you stop by and chat with her about your timeline and ideas to make your day as special and memorable for the years to come!

Oh! Make sure you chat with C.T. (Charles Taylor) from Northwestern Mutual and sign up the a chance to win a $150.00 gift certificate from Ruth Chris Steak House! Let C.T. treat you to a sweet night out with the honey!

Make sure you pick up your copies of City Social, Best of 2007 Wedding from the Knot and the newest Perfect Wedding Guide too at the event!

Out of the Box Bridal would like to say a special thanks to The Tent Man in Mandeville for providing all our tables and Taynarah in Little Rock, Arkansas for providing all the linens! That have been such an awesome blessing to our Engaging Cocktail Party!

See you tomorrow!

Long Overdue Vendor Post (2)!

Squire's
www.squirestux.com

Squire's is your one-stop shop for all groom and groomsmen attire. With classic and contemporary styles, they can definitely equip the men of the party with formal attire that will complement the wedding beautifully - right down to the shoes! Squire's can outfit even the ringbearer! Don't let tuxes be a stressful part of planning. Pick the outfit and let Squire's take care of the rest!



Grand Jewelry Creations
grandjewelrycreations@hotmail.com

Jane of Grand Jewelry Creations has a great eye for creating custom jewelry for the whole bridal party. Why shop all over the city trying to find a necklace that will match your bridesmaids dresses? Jane can match it perfectly in a design you customize! Give the moms and attendants a unique gift at the rehearsal dinner - custom jewelry! Bring Jane a swatch of your bridesmaids colors and let her work her magic. Her styles are really beautiful! Make sure to stop by and speak with her at OOTB!



Drake's Catering at De La Ronde Hall
www.drakescatering.com

We are so excited to have Drakes Catering as our exclusive caterer! The menu looks fantastic and they have the highest quality service. Drake's can cater any size reception with a menu that fits your tastes. The menu for Out of the Box is just like that of a full wedding reception! Butler-passed appetizers, beautiful cheese and fruit spreads - the works! Bring your appetite because you won't want to miss this!



Charles Taylor of Northwestern Mutual
http://www.nmfn.com/charlestaylor/

Budgeting for the wedding is one thing - budgeting for your married life is another! That's why we've invited Charles Taylor (we call him C.T.) to be a part of Out of the Box. Charles can advise you on how to invest to provide yourselves with a secure financial future.



Pearson's Travel World
www.pearsonstravel.com

Need help coordinating the perfect honeymoon? Send your groom over to Pearson's table! You're planning the perfect wedding - let Pearson's plan the perfect honeymoon! A relaxing week in Napa Valley? A cultural trip to London? An exotic vacation to Bora Bora? Pearson's can arrange it!



Reliant Transportation
www.ReliantTransportation.com

Trolleys have been the mode of transportation in the US since the 1800s. They played a big role in everyday life. The modern day trolley is a direct descendant of the electric trolley and cable cars that helped build commerce and communication in urban areas across our country. They link us to our nostalgic past and are a unique form of transportation for today's events.When you ride the trolley for your special event you will be entertained and delighted by the surprised looks and smiles of everyone you pass. People love to wave at trolleys. Every event is more fun on a trolley!


Highland Porch
www.HighlandPorch.com

Plan your next signature occasion with Highland Porch and delight in the beauty of their private haven. A setting ideal for an intimate gathering of family and friends - their cottage style and southern charm creates a truly unique retreat. Whatever your occasion, there are few things more wonderful than a swing, a glass of raspberry lemonade, and the perfect party at Highland Porch. Romantic and absolutely delightful, Highland Porch becomes wondrously alive during a celebration.

Breakfast, brunch, lunch, tea, dinner, showers and receptions – they will focus on your wishes for a festive occasion!

First Comes Love Embroidery
www.FirstComesLoves.net

Let First Comes Love put your stamp on your wedding! Treat yourself and the moms to a personalized handkerchief, have your ring-bearer's initials monogrammed onto the ring pillow as a keepsake, give your bridesmaids their gifts in a personalized tote! And don't forget the guys - give them a monogrammed shaving bag! The options are endless and First Comes Love makes it way too easy with their online store!

The Tent Man
www.TentManTents.com

The Tent Man is providing all of the table rentals for Out of the Box! Everything from 42" tall cocktail tables to 4' round dining tables. Equip your wedding with the best from The Tent Man. They can provide you with delivery, set-up, and take-down of the finest tents available for your bridal luncheon, brunch, or outdoor reception! Rain or cold is not a concern when you have a tent, and location options are limitless! They can fulfill all your rental needs with quality rentals, professional service, and reasonable prices.

Scriptly Speaking Calligraphy
AlysiaFortier@hotmail.com

Alysia Fortier of Scriptly Speaking creates the most beautiful invitations with her scripting and calligraphy. We've seen her work in person - it's absolutely breathtaking. Your invitations are your guests first glimpse into the theme of your wedding - wow them before they even open the envelope! Nothing is as elegant and timeless as beautiful scripting. View her work in person at Out of the Box's Engaging Cocktail Party!

Long overdue vendor post!

A massive amount of vendors have been added to the line-up for Out of the Box! We are so excited to have so many of the best vendors in the area as part of this event!

Fleur du Jour
info@fleurdujourla.com

Lani of Fleur du Jour is an exciting addition to our cocktail party. Her work is so unique and beautiful! She has an amazing ability to transform ideas and inspiration into incredible pieces of art. We can't wait to see what she comes up with to decorate the Old Governor's Mansion! She'll be making bouquets for the models and floral arrangements for the decor. Envision your ideal flowers for your wedding, talk to Lani, and watch it unfold!

Reese Jenkins (Disc Jockey)
reeseajenkins@hotmail.com

Reese Jenkins will be our DJ and MC for the event! You'll be able to hang out and sample his huge selection of songs all throughout the night! The right playlist can set the tone for the entire reception - it takes the right DJ to translate your vision of the perfect reception into reality. Are you wanting a mellow, relaxed mood for dinner, a festive background to the cake cutting and charm-pull, and a rocking dance session to end the night? Reese can make it happen!

Kendall Porter (Make-up Artist)
kjenki8@alumni.lsu.edu

Kendall came to us through Lani of Fleur du Jour AND Reese Jenkins - they're all siblings! A full family of wedding professionals! Kendall is providing the make-up for the models that will be carrying Lani's bouquets and hanging out to Reese's tunes! What a treat to have your make-up done on such an important day. You'll have to care to on the day of your wedding, why add doing your own make-up to the list? Kendall will take care of your maids and moms too!

Forum
forumsalon@cox.net

Forum in Towne Center has established a growing clientèle in Baton Rouge for a great reason - a progressive salon with great style is hard to find! Rene Uze brought Forum to Baton Rouge and staffed it with some of the most talented professionals in the the area. You'll want to trust your wedding day hair style, and the styles of your maids, to a group that knows what they're doing. You're in good hands with Forum! Look for their styles on the models at Out of the Box, and make sure to speak with Rene at his table!

New vendors have joined!

Out of the Box is pleased to welcome these exclusive vendors:

Bella Bridesmaid
www.BellaBridesmaid.com

Bella Bridesmaid is a natural fit for Out of the Box! A store focused on providing excellent service and a one-of-a-kind experience exclusively for your bridal party is a welcome addition to the local bridal industry! Grace of Bella Bridesmaid is committed to a high level of attentiveness that your bridal party truly deserves. Picking your bridal party attire should be as fun and easy as picking your bridal gown - a trip to Bella Bridesmaid will surely leave you very pleased!

Rock Paper Scribbles
www.RockPaperScribbles.com

A new invitation designer has joined the Out of the Box Participating vendor list! Rock Paper Scribbles is by appointment only and has a very unique line of invitations. In addition to wedding day invites, Molly's designs also include wedding showers, engagement parties, save-the-dates and matching stationery.

Molly was brought to us by Rikki at Country Roads Magazine! Make sure you look for our ad in Country Roads in the Bridal Issue in January!

Laserworks of Louisiana
www.laserworksla.com

Feel like making that wedding-day hair removal more of a permanent luxury? You may be a candidate for laser hair removal! Laserworks of Louisiana provides a full selection of services that are sure to fit your pre-and-post-wedding needs. After all, you deserve to be fabulous before and after the wedding!

Gala Productions
www.imaginegala.com

Overwhelmed by everything involved in planning your wedding? Need someone with the expertise necessary to turn your vision into reality? There's no better resource than Stacy Parker with Gala Productions! Stacy has brought her years of experience planning the most beautiful weddings in Little Rock, Arkansas to brides here in south Louisiana. Take advantage of her excellent organizational skills and knowledge of the best vendors in the area. Check out her website to see pictures from previous affairs, and be sure to visit with her at our Engaging Cocktail Party. We're sure you'll love her as much as we do!

Vendor Page Updated!

Out of the Box is happy to welcome our newest vendor!

Zanella's Wax and Lash Bar
http://www.ezwaxing.com

Erica of Zanella's Wax and Lash Bar has just signed on to be the exclusive wax esthetician! She's the perfect person to see for perfect brows on your wedding day. She has a full menu of services - have your legs waxed before your beach honeymoon, have your underarms waxed so you won't need to shave that morning, get some fabulous eyelash extensions for the perfect look, or get a special wax to add some spark to the wedding night...

Zanella's is a perfect match for Out of the Box. Erica really"gets" it! She's a fantastic entrepreneur brought to us by way of Portland, Oregon. We had the opportunity to meet her Thursday night at a cocktail party at Bustle and instantly knew she'd be a great fit for the event! Make sure to stop by and meet her at Out of the Box's Engaging Cocktail Party!