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Welcome, 2009!

CONGRATULATIONS to all newly engaged couples out there, especially those who decided to tie the knot over the holidays.  2008 was an exciting, eventful year for us all for many different reasons.  And we at The Bridal Party are particularly thankful for our growth and accomplishments.  In addition to our daily efforts of ensuring our clients receive the best possible service and that their weddings are spectacular, here's a short recap of the other achievements and activities The Bridal Party participated in throughout the year:

JANUARY - We ran our very first newspaper ad in The Star Ledger newspaper.

FEBRUARY - We began a lovely partnership with PosePrints, thus our special coupon code "bridalparty" was born (offering all those who use it a well-deserved discount).

MARCH/APRIL - We assisted our clients with selecting photographers for their engagement pictures, helped coordinate engagement announcements and visited Lollipop Land. 

MAY - We planned and designed a 50th Birthday extravaganza.

JUNE - We attended The Wedding Salon's bridal showcase in Somerset, N.J. and began a truly worth-while partnership with TheKnot.com.

JULY - The Bridal Party turned ONE as well as planned and designed an outdoor All-White 25th Birthday Party at a private home on Long Island (Dix Hills, NY) in just three weeks!

AUGUST - We announced an addition to all service packages, The Sweets Sideboard and celebrated the success and reach of our blog After "YES," Before "I DO" and Everything In Between, in that not only were folks reading in Oklahoma City, Sacramento and Seattle, but also in Bangkok, Sydney, Montreal and London (just to name a few locations).

SEPTEMBER - We released professional photos and a recap of our Fairy Tale Flutter bride's wedding and began a partnership with GetMarried.com, launching our official email marketing campaign.

OCTOBER - The Bridal Party's NEW website was launched and we arrived on Facebook.

NOVEMBER - Our blog After "YES," Before "I Do" & Everything In Between was selected and added to BestWeddingBlogs.com.

DECEMBER - We released professional photos and a recap of our Autumn Candlelight bride's wedding, The Bridal Party was featured on The Smart Planner™ blog and celebrated/planned my great-grandmother's 100th birthday celebration.

I, along with all of our supporters, anxiously await the possibilities of 2009.  Our work in designing Extravagant Experiences & Stylish Soirées has really only just begun ...

Comments

Authentically U said…
YYYEEEAAA!!!! I am so proud of your accomplishments! Congrats! And a big shout-out to Oklahoma Citians reading the blog (I'm from Oklahoma City and former Miss Black Oklahoma City). I think your blog is really great and I look forward to coming back often for inspiration and the opportunity to refer your services!!
January 2, 2009 at 11:27 AM
Onada - Fashion and Photography said…
Congratulations on your amazing accomplishments and Happy New Year! I wish you even bigger and better things in 2009 :)
January 8, 2009 at 4:02 PM
BeDaZzLeD Photography said…
Congratulations on your many accomplishments this year. I am sure 2009 will bring you bigger and better things.
January 9, 2009 at 5:26 PM
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