Don’t get me wrong … I love me some good-smelling cologne, a gift card to Banana Republic, a duvet from Z-Gallerie and all seasons of every Real Housewives franchise on DVD (except DC. Blah.) Santa, please take note. And, I do love the cold weather, hot chocolate, festive treats and all the family time. BUT …...
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We all know how it goes. You’re 15 minutes late to the party and engaging in all types of road rage to get there. After driving through TONS of traffic, you finally arrive. You’re starved, a little dehydrated and if you work at BZ events you probably haven’t eaten all day either (after a full...
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If there’s anything hotter than Ryan Gosling, it’s Ryan Gosling shirtless. And, if you’ve seen Crazy Stupid Love, you certainly remember Emma Stone’s reaction to Ryan’s chiseled physique. Ryan has been on my fashion radar for quite some time now. He’s one of Hollywood’s leading men when it comes to pushing the envelope. Even Joan...
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Unga.. what? Becky and I first heard the word “ungapatchka” from one of our absolute favorite MOBs, Nancy. Of Yiddish origin, the word describes anything overly ornate, ridiculously over-decorated, tacky, or embellished to the point of sheer distaste. Ungapatchka has become the word of the month at the BZ office, and we LOVE it! Move...
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An oldie, but a goodie, s’mores on any event menu are a surefire crowd pleaser. Tasty toppings, cool weather, warm chocolate … there’s nothing better. And with all the winter weddings and nippy weather right around the corner, here are a few fun BZ tips + tricks to jazz up your s’mores station … enjoy!...
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Once upon a time, I saw this photo on Style Me Pretty and fell in LOVE with the idea of tequila popsicles. I can’t really think of anything better. Imagine this… A hot summer wedding. Hours and hours of dancing. A nice refreshing treat for your guests… with a little kick. The quintessential summer midnight...
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Project Runway’s Heidi Klum said it best, “In fashion, one day you’re in and the next day you’re out.” You may ask yourself, what does a former model and a hit TV show have anything to do with weddings? The truth — fashion trends trickle down to every nook and cranny, including the modern-day wedding....
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Happy almost Easter, BZ blog readers! Are you as ready to wear white as we are? Let me tell you, it has been excruciating to suffer through this heat without our favorite white eyelet sundress. Luckily, Easter has finally rolled around and we are more-than-excited to see dreamy pastels painting every surface. You know that...
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It’s no secret here at BZ that we love cupcakes. Really, what’s not to love? They are perfectly-sized, diversely-flavored and gaining popularity by the day, thanks in large part to specialty shops galore (shout out to our local faves — Polka Dots, Sugar Mama’s + The Cupcake Bar) and educational entertainment, courtesy of shows like...
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Come by the Allan House tonight for their “Hill Country in the City” Open House. Meet great Austin wedding vendors, jump in the photo booth, check out ideas for your wedding stationery and enjoy all kinds of treats and eats! Whitney + team have also gathered all kinds of fabulous door prizes — Bella Bridesmaid...
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