Judith going over some ideas and ways Caitlin and Rodney’s vision can be done

A few sneak peeks of colors and ideas Caitlin and Rodney have

Armas going over details.

Allie and Nicole laughing it up. I feel like personality counts just as much as talent. Getting along with your vendors is key to success.

Judith showing Caitlin a wedding they had just done for another bride.

Moda’s third partner, Bailey, was there making flowers for an event they had later. It’s kind of cool getting to see the inner workings of a floral design studio while having a meeting. Brings home that Moda is a floral design studio where you get to meet and work with the designers and not a salesman.

After reading the many entries to this contest, it was VERY difficult to choose a winner. There are so many amazing stories to tell! After many hours of sorting through the entries, we’re very excited to announce that Caitlin & Rodney are our winners!

They have an extraordinary story to tell. Both in the Army, they first met in March 2006, having both recently arrived at their unit, the 9th Engineer Battalion.

Rodney is a combat engineer, and Caitlin is the cook. He will tell you he knew who she was and always thought there was something different and unique about her. She will tell you she remembers him coming in the dining facility for meals (“chow”), in either his uniform or Jack Daniels pajama bottoms. Caitlin describes her impressions of Rodney after they first spent time together with friends. The easiest person to talk to. Genuine. Kind. A true gentleman. Ever since that day they have been inseparable.

After 15 months of deployment in Iraq, and about to embark again for another stretch, Caitlin and Rodney wanted to spend this deployment together. While in training, they married by proxy on September 11, 2008… meaning that, while there was a ceremony, Caitlin & Rodney were unable to be present and someone stood in for each of them!

It’s been a year since then (27 months of deployment!), and while they are still serving overseas, in August of 2010, Caitlin & Rodney will finally have the proper Catholic wedding that they have always wanted. The Philadelphia Wedding Project will be there to tell their story and document the celebration!

Best friends. Soul mates. A courtship worth remembering and a wedding to remember… we cannot wait to celebrate with you!

Your friends at The Philadelphia Wedding Project; Pete Malone, Joy Moody, Jenn Childress, Geoff Horowitz, Ryan Estes and Sofia Negron

Good luck everyone, we have really enjoyed all of your stories.

PWP

Cherin Szul of Customized Wedding Creations is offering a special discount on her “Customized Creations” to the winner of the Philadelphia Wedding Project.  Check out the Customized Wedding Creations website to see all of the creations that Cherin has to offer! Here is Cherin’s story:

The company I own is Customized Wedding Creations and we create unique, hand-painted aisle runners, table runners, banners, and parasols for weddings and events.  Back in March of 2007, I was planning my own wedding and saw so many different types of do-it-yourself projects that I wanted to try.  I thought I’d try painting mine and my husband’s names on a lace type aisle runner for added dramatic effect.  It turns out I wasn’t even able to use the aisle runner for my own wedding, but that didn’t stop me from making tons of other runners for friends and internet chums who saw what I had created for myself.  Over two years and 600 aisle runners later, I’ve developed a company and made it into something I adore doing.  Every time a bride or groom sends pictures of one of my creations used in his or her wedding, I get butterflies.  It’s such an awesome feeling to know that I’ve helped to make something for one of the most important days in everyone’s life.

When I came across the Philadelphia Wedding Project, I was intrigued and had to find out more.  I kept reading about the concept and knew I had to be a part.  Though I sell all over the country and even internationally, Philadelphia is in my own backyard and being able to contribute to something so local is a joy.

I’m offering 25% off any of our products for the winning couple’s wedding day.

I DO takes care of YOU.  With a personal, tailor-made professional coordination package, I DO Wedding Consulting will assist you in planning your wedding.  We are happy to offer 5 hours of pre-wedding consulting to the winning couple.  This can include wedding consultation, etiquette and protocol guidance, creative decor and menu ideas, and the creation of a wedding day timeline.

The winning couple of the Philadelphia Wedding Project deserves their dream wedding and Stephen STARR Events – food and beverage services from restaurateur, Stephen Starr – can help create the most memorable culinary experience.

Founded in 1995 by Stephen Starr, STARR Restaurants has taken Philadelphia, New York, and Atlantic City’s dining scene to new heights.  Over the past 14 years the company has successfully opened 19 restaurants that include: the ever popular Continental Restaurant and Martini Bar; the trendsetting modern-Asian eatery Buddakan in Philadelphia and Manhattan; the Latin sensation Alma de Cuba; the authentic French bistro, Parc and the city’s finest steakhouses, Barclay Prime and Butcher and Singer. With delicious cuisine, stellar service and unrivaled presentation, STARR Restaurants is solidly at the forefront of the country’s culinary scene.

Today, Stephen STARR Events (www.stephenstarrevents.com) brings the cuisine, service, and experiences of the widely successful restaurants to the world of social and private catering.  Stephen STARR Events prepares selections from our signature restaurants, as well as unique chef-driven creations and patron requests.  Our focus is innovative food and exemplary service – taking the individual restaurant experience and bringing it to your wedding.  Above all, “It’s whatever you want,” and we customize every menu to suit your needs while offering utmost professionalism, unparalleled presentation and tantalizing taste as well as knowledgeable, hospitable service.  We serve the best because we believe that’s what our clients deserve.

Your wedding is a special day and we will ensure that no detail is overlooked, so that you can enjoy champagne hiccups, cake on the groom’s nose, sharing in your mothers tears and what will certainly be a happily ever after.

For the winning Philadelphia Wedding Project couple, Stephen Starr Events is offering 10% off catering costs OR the selection of a personalized package* including:

• Complimentary personal consultation with Stephen Starr Events’ Executive Chef to create a personalized dinner menu
• Complimentary personal consultation with Stephen Starr Events’ mixologist to create signature cocktails
• Complimentary customized Buddakan dim sum station for cocktail hour
• Complimentary monogrammed chocolate truffles for dessert
• Complimentary gift certificate to Stephen Starr’s luxury boutique steakhouse, Barclay Prime, to celebrate the couple’s first anniversary

* Approximate value:  $25.00/per person plus anniversary dinner

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Tu Belleza Studio-

Three women, a vision and a place.

After years of practicing in the beauty industry, we individually were ready for something just a little different and edgy. We knew we didn’t want a “salon” atmosphere but more of a comfortable, elegant and personalized environment for our clients. A studio. We also realized how “specialized” our services really were and complimented each other perfectly. Surprisingly enough a beautiful little corner spot became available in a very fast growing area in Philadelphia known as Northern Liberties, we fell in love and the story continues…

Thus, Tu Belleza Studio opens in 2009

Claudia Seyler -Claudia Seyler Hair and Makeup

Claudia’s background as a celebrity makeup artist for television, print, editorial, and commercial photography goes back 15 years, but her real passion is bridal and bridal editorial. Prior to these 15 years, Claudia was an interpreter and social worker. The combination of her experience in both careers has made her one the most sought after makeup artist and stylist in the bridal industry, with followings totaling more than 650 weddings in the past 8 years, and whose work has been published in numerous publications.

My goal is to help you look and “feel” the best you have ever felt, and more importantly help you feel relaxed and confident that your vision is coming to life.

Tiffany Lahn- Extensions By Tiffany

Tiffany’s background comes with 15 years of experience in hair cutting, coloring, styling. She specializes in hair extensions, and has been considered to one of the top in her field using the finest European hair, she is an educator for Extend USA and has trained internationally.

Kim Lancashire- Lash Girl

Kim is a certified lash stylist with an extensive clientele across the country! Kim has also been practicing skin care as a licensed esthetician and involved in the spa industry for the last 9 years. She specializes in customized facial treatments and is certified in the use of essential oils, Kim personalizes each session to maximize the healing properties of aromatherapy and enhance the benefits of deep relaxation during each session.

We love what we do! We look forward to giving each bride personalized attention. Its your most important day and we want to give you THE very best version of you ! We are thrilled to have this opportunity of joining this magnificent project and offer our expertise to the winning couple. Tu Belleza Studio will offer a 15% discount on a makeover which includes temporary lashes, temporary extensions, hairstyle and makeup application for your wedding day.

Please visit our website for more information at:

www.tubellezastudio.com