You're Invited: The Kendra Scott Bridal Collection

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Hey #FavoredFamily! You are Invited to The Kendra Scott Bridal Collection In Partnership with District Bliss. See below for more information.

Join District Bliss at Kendra Scott on Bethesda Row in celebration of the launch of the Kendra Scott Bridal Collection! The wedding collection will be available to the public on Friday, 9/23.

The the first 20 guests to RSVP to this exclusive event will get a first-look on Thursday, 9/22 at 11am AND a gift card, 15% off ALL Kendra Scott jewels, plus we'll be enjoying sips and yummy brunch bites! 

Don't miss out! Get on the list! RSVP to devin.carroll@kendrascott.com

Sips, brunch AND shopping? How could you pass this up?! BETHESDA ROW | 4835 Bethesda Ave  Bethesda, MD 20814

If you prefer to attend at one of the Kendra Scott Northern Virginia stores or if you don't make it onto the Bethesda RSVP list, please send an email to the address listed above!MOSAIC DISTRICT | 2920 District Ave, Suite 125, Fairfax, VA 22031RESTON TOWN CENTER | 11924 Market Street, Reston, VA 20190

#TravelThursday: Henry Howard Hotel, A newly renovated historic hotel in New Orleans!

Happy #TravelThursday As an event planner Im always tasked with finding out the best places and vendors to refer to my clients. I came across The Henry Howard Hotel, a newly renovated historic hotel in the heart of the Garden District in New Orleans after searching for a fun place for a soon to be bride's bachelorette trip and soon learned that their offerings include luxury services and amenities with Southern hospitality. 

This historic Greek Revival mansion is getting its star turn, reopening its doors as the Henry Howard Hotel, an 18-room boutique that’s every bit as graceful as you’d wish from a long weekend stay in the Big Easy. Make sure to check out more details at www.henryhowardhotel.com.

Credit - Tablet Hotels & Henry Howard Hotel by The Fitz Hotel Group

Congrats Your Engaged! Why it's the perfect time to hire a Wedding Planner?

 

Favored by Yodit Events has an Engagement Season Gift Just for You!

Did you know? 28% of proposals take place between December and February—making it the most popular time of year to get engaged. The winter holidays are filled with family and love, so it’s only natural that this time of year is among the most popular for engagements. If you’re a lucky couple who recently got engaged, congratulations! As an engagement gift to you, we’re going to share the first five steps you should take from here:

1. Let everyone know the big news. Don’t instantly announce your engagement on social media and let everyone find out that way. Instead, reach out personally to your friends and relatives to share the big news. This is also a great time to ask wedding attendants if they’ll stand up for you (if you already know who you want to ask). 2. Set the budget. The first big step of wedding planning is setting the budget. You can ask your parents if they intend to contribute anything to the wedding so you can include that money in the final amount. Once that number is set, don’t stray from it! 3. Finalize your guest list. Yes, we mean finalize. Before you know how much money you can afford to spend on any of your wedding services, you need to know how many guests you’ll have to feed. Pare that list down as much as possible to help stretch your budget. 4. Get a wedding planner. Whether you work with a professional planner or go the DIY route and hire a coordinator, stay organized and on a timeline to make the planning process as stress-free as possible. 5. Find a venue. It may seem more logical to set a date before selecting a venue, but being flexible on your wedding date can actually help you find the perfect venue because you’re willing to book your wedding when the venue is available. The venue may also offer discounts on certain days of the week or times of the day, so your flexibility can allow you to take advantage of those.

These five steps will kick-start your wedding planning. We hope that you enjoy this special time of being engaged. The big day will be here before you know it!

If you have questions about this or other wedding-related topics, please leave a comment or email yodit@favoredbyyodit.com so we can get back to you.

Source: Perfect Wedding Guide

Favored by Yodit Featured In Washingtonian Bride & Groom 2015 Best Wedding Vendor List

 

We are pleased to announce that Washingtonian Bride & Groom has named Favored by Yodit as "Best Wedding Vendor 2015" in the category of event planners and designers. There are no words to describe how thankful and blessed we feel to be recognized by the magazine and to be among such a distinguished group of talented event planners and designers.

We love what we do and will continue to provide multicultural couples & clients event design, event planning and coordination services to infuse ethnic traditions and customs for all their unique life occasions. Thank you for all of the continued support from our clients, vendor community & Favored team.

Favored by Yodit Events is a luxe boutique event management & design company serving the Atlantic East Coast and International Destinations.

Mother's Day Gift Idea: Give Her Own Parent BrideBox Wedding Album!

 

Surprise her with the gift of a lifetime - her very own parent wedding album!

BrideBox Wedding Albums aren't just for you - they make amazing gifts for your parents too. Celebrate your mom this weekend with a beautifully made, guaranteed-to-last-a-lifetime parent wedding album. You have 48 hours left to take advantage of this flash sale, so what are you waiting for?

Get 15% off all albums through Mother's Day this Sunday, May 10. Imagine her surprise when she trades that IOU for this unbelievable gift in just a few weeks. Enter code BBMOM15 upon checkout and get ready to make your mom smile.

Happy St. Patrick's Day! Emerald Green Bridesmaid Dress Inspiration

 

In honor of St. Patrick's Day we are featuring our clients, Tiffany & Keith's October D.C. Wedding at The Josephine Butler Park Center to give future brides some inspiration for wear to pick out the perfect classy long emerald green bridesmaid dresses for your green wedding color palette. We love bringing our client's visions come to live, from bouquets to bridesmaids dresses, centerpieces to cakes. 

Bridesmaid Dresses are by The Dessy Group | Coordination by Favored by Yodit Events | Photography by Danielle Real Photography

Bye Bye Winter! Hello Spring Wedding Planning

We've had a long, cold winter but for all of you spring & summer brides and grooms, your wedding day will be here before you know it! Favored by Yodit Events has a few summer dates left. Let us design the perfect planning package to assist in the beginning or final stretch of wedding planning. Contact us for your complimentary consultation today!

Vendor Spotlight: SpeechBooth™, the newest thing in Wedding-Tech

 

Now Everyone Can Leave a Speech!

Utilizing proprietary software on a provided iPad, SpeechBooth™ allows wedding guests to record personal messages in high-quality HD video. The unit is discrete, self-sufficient, can be shipped to any location, and does not require an attendant. All speeches are professionally edited and saved to an online user account for the couple to enjoy forever!

With its simple touchscreen design, SpeechBooth™ offers your guests the ability to record messages in high-quality HD video. You'll receive a professionally edited compilation video saved to a secure online user account. The personalized kit arrives pre-assembled, is self-sufficient, and easily blends into any wedding theme.

WATCH SAMPLE VIDEO HERE.

Favored Friday Vendor Spotlight: Tickled Photo Booth Company

What includes lots of love and pretty photos and just in time for Valentine's Day? A great photo booth company called Tickled Photo Booth Company!  

When thinking about something nice to add to your special event or wedding, photo booths are a great way to let your guests have fun and take a nice keepsake. Since its February and everyone is celebrating LOVE, Tickled Photo Booth Company is offering $100 OFF FEBRUARY BOOKINGS When you reserve your date during the month of February.

 

From engagement parties to weddings, Tickled Photo Booth Company provides a modern rendition of the photo booth, with quality pictures and long-lasting fun. Keep them in mind this year as you plan your special occasion and let them know you Favored by Yodit Events sent you.

Check out their latest photo booth gallery here. 

How long did you date before the question was popped?

Statistics show that the average couple will get married after about 2.5 years of dating. While that may be true, the good folks at Bride Box want to know why 2.5 years is the magic number for brides and grooms. We have a hunch that age and location do play a contributing factor to why couples get married around 2.5 years of dating, but we would like to do a little digging.

Bride Box is conducting this survey to answer the following questions:

1: How long does the average couple date before they get married?

2: Do couples in different geographical locations tend to date more or less than others?

3: At what age were they proposed to?

With this information, they will create a blog post and infograph to inform brides and grooms. For answering this survey, you will be the first to know the answers to the stated question.

Valentine's Day Gift Idea: Bohnhoff and Kent Edible Art Handbags!

This Valentine's Day think outside the box and give the gift of fashion with a unique edible art handbag! Over Christmas, I recieved one of these tasty pieces of art and thought it would be such a great idea for my favorite chocolate holiday!

Bohnhoff and Kent combines chocolate and fashion with unique edible art near LA. B&K chocolate and cake handbags are filled with delicious cake centers bathed in rich chocolate casings, smooth truffle ganaches, fleur de sel caramel, delicious nut brittles and other natural ingredients.

B&K chocolate and cake handbags use blended flavors in masterful recipes to create one-of-a-kind candied sculptures. Each chocolate handbag is hand-painted with edible ingredients to imitate the glossy surfaces, subtle colors and distinct details of contemporary designs. Bohnhoff and Kent’s dessert chefs do not use fondant and use only the finest concoctions of cake, chocolate and ganaches to finish the designs so each luxury gift is as delicious as it is appealing.

B&K desserts near Los Angeles are shipped fresh, so every piece stays rich and moist. Order a chocolate and cake handbag for the perfect Valentine's day gift or as your next corporate gift, dinner centerpiece, wedding present or other occasion. See some of their stylish designs below.

Valentine's Day Is in Less than a Month Away. Better Make Plans Now!

Call me Cupid because I think Valentine's day might be my favorite holiday! It’s that time of year again.Time to spring into action for Valentine’s Day and plan a special moment for those you love.

Whether you want to plan a cute activity day for your kids, book the best table and have a romantic time on the town think if you could use a hand. Here are some fun ideas to bring your vision to life!

Have a Be My Valentine Party at Home It's time to start planning your parties and gifts! Be sure to check out Tom Kat's Valentine's Day Collection Use code BEMINE15 at checkout for 15% off your entire purchase in the Valentine's Day section.

Kickoff Valentine’s Day Early with Sweets and Sips at Bourbon Steak

Make Reservation Here

Win A Charming Affair In New York! Try your luck in love with The Alexi and Ani + FWx Sweepstakes. Enter here for your chance to win a weekend for two in New York City! Contest enters at 11:59 PM ET on 01/25/15.

If you would like to setup a consultation to bring your vision to life please contact us here.

Wishing you a love-filled Valentine's Day!

Favored Friday Vendor Spotlight: Southern Blooms

From the moment I met Pat of Southern Blooms I was amazed at how sweet she was! Not only is she a talented florist, but she is a great overall person and made the floral design process for my bride and I a delight. Southern Blooms designs are inspired by gardens and all things natural. So if you are in love with abundant floral arrangements overflowing with garden-style flowers, fruits and vines than they are the perfect vendor for your celebration or just to add some beauty to your space!

Southern Blooms is widely recognized as an industry leader and trendsetter with features in many leading publications such as Weddings Unveiled, Southern Weddings, Southern Living Weddings, Southern Living, Victoria Magazine, Town & Country Weddings, Wedding Flowers, The Knot , and more. They have also been featured on renowned wedding blogs such as Martha Stewart Weddings, Style Me Pretty, Elizabeth Anne Designs, Once Wed, United with Love, theknot.com, Weddings Unveiled, The Fête Blog, Borrowed and Blue, and also featured on Vera Wang’s wedding app.The Mother-daughter partners Pat Roberts and Sherry Spencer and their fabulous design team constantly inspire, innovate, and develop designs for each clients' specific vision while never lacking in refined elegance. They are located at 1694 North Main Street Madison, Virginia 22727 and always welcome you with some southern hospitality. See some photos of their beautiful work below and visit their website at http://www.southern-blooms.com/.

Photography by Jen Fariello, Jose Villa & Once Like A Spark

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You're Invited: Start Off 2015 with these Winter Wedding Events!

 

Hey 2015 Bride to be's! Congrats on getting engaged! Don't know where to begin? Don't know what questions to ask before you buy? Looking to save money and give your wedding a personal touch? At Favored by Yodit Events we are here to help you discover practical tips and unique ideas for your big day!

Here is a list of some great events for all our lovely Favored Brides which can help decide on the rest of your wedding professional vendors.

Enjoy and let us know if you will be attending!

Washington Wedding Experience

Sunday, January 18, 2015

11:00 AM to 5:30 PM

Patriot Center (Fairfax, VA)

Get Tickets Here

Baltimore Bride’s Aisle Style

Sunday, January 25, 2015

11:00 AM to 1:30 PM

Lord Baltimore Hotel

Get Tickets Here

Washingtonian Bride & Groom Unveiled

Sunday, January 25, 2015

11:30 AM to 3:30 PM

Fairmont Hotel Washington, D.C.

Get Tickets Here

Discover the Washington area's best vendors at these all-day wedding experiences!

Do You Have New Year's Eve Plans?

Looking to have a nice New Year's Eve Party at Home or at a Special Event Venue?

Photo from Myaa & John's Wedding by Jamie C Photography

As December 31st fast approaches, bring in the New Year with family and friends and leave the details to us. 

Whether its assisting with design details, vendor selection or just coordinating all the fun we can make sure you are enjoy all the festivities in style!

We look forward to hearing from you and making 2015 your best year yet!

Contact Us

Call or Email us to begin planning your  celebration.  

(703) 801-8057 | yodit@favoredbyyodit.com

We Want To End AIDS on #GivingTuesday - Join us!

 

Today, on #GivingTuesday, we are asking you to help us continue this great work, by joining Artists For Charity to launch the holiday season. #GivingTuesday is a national day of giving that follows on the heels of Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Artists for Charity (AFC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. We operate a Children’s Home for HIV-positive double orphans, a support program for HIV positive children in the community in Ethiopia, and our ArtHeals program uplifting the children’s wings in local hospitals and clinics.

How can you be part of it? Here are a few simple ideas:

• Consider making a gift of any amount today: http://www.artistsforcharity.org/donate
• Buy a ticket to the 8th Annual Benefit in DC: http://www.artistsforcharity.org/dc-event or 1st Annual Benefit in NYC: http://www.artistsforcharity.org/nyc-event
• Help us get the word out on social media, using @Artists4Charity and the hashtag #GivingTuesday.
• Tell a friend about Artists For Charity's mission http://www.artistsforcharity.org/about/mission.

Join us today on #GivingTuesday.

Find us on Yelp & Post A Review!

 

Yelp helps customers find us. We'd greatly appreciate it if you could leave a review, or send an email to yodit@favoredbyyodit.com to let us know how we can improve. We all know that positive reviews on Yelp add a tremendous amount of social proof for your business, not to mention increase your all-important star rating. But customer reviews actually hold much more value than that.

Find us on Yelp & Post A Review Here.

Photo Credit: Phillip Warren Photography for our client's, Mahelet & Nate's Wedding!

Happy Veterans Day from Favored by Yodit Events - Get to know Brides Across America!

 

On this Veterans Day, we are highlighting a great organization called Brides Across America that plays a role in making their dreams come true by giving a military bride a free wedding gown during a Brides Across America's Nationwide Gown Giveaway. Events are held twice a year in partnership with bridal salons across the country.  Deployments, financial hardships,  and other challenges unique to servicemen and women  can make it difficult to plan a wedding.

The organization garnered the attention of ABC's Nightly News in 2011 and 2012, and People Magazine article in 2013.  However, the highest honor was received during a 2012 White House event by Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden. The event recognized twenty organizations for their contributions to improving the lives of military families. Brides Across America continues to support wounded warriors, post traumatic stress and employment for veterans. Learn more about Brides Across America at http://www.bridesacrossamerica.com.

Introducing CIROC Pineapple!

New CÎROC® Pineapple provides a juicy, perfectly ripened pineapple taste with a subtle hint of vanilla and silky-smooth finish. Have you tasted the new CIROC flavor? What is your favorite CIROC cocktail? Let us know what you think!

PRESS: Yodit Gebreyes Talks Wedding Trends on EBS TV

This month I had the pleasure of being asked to appear on EBS TV, an Ethiopian channel based in Silver Spring, Maryland that launched in 2008 with Arab Sat and Dish Network (www.ebstv.tv/). The Helen Show I was featured on alongside Hilina Kebede of Bliss Invite, spotlights successful African entrepreneurs, artists, and intellectuals in the Diaspora pursuing their dreams.

While on the show, I gave my insight on wedding trends, personal event details and what's most important when planning your big day! Special thanks to Favored Partner, Da Vinci Florals & Design for bringing the tablescape vision to life and allowing us to shoot in their beautiful showroom. Here are some close ups to the various table designs we featured on the segment.

Feel free to watch the entire segment below and let me know what you think. And please continue to tune in to EBS TV and share the segment with others, especially recently engaged couples that may need my services. Enjoy!

Promo Commercial - https://vimeo.com/101611343

Segment 1 - https://vimeo.com/101571873 Segment 2 - https://vimeo.com/101577221 Segment 3 - https://vimeo.com/101582994 Segment 4 - https://vimeo.com/101585842