Brew Love

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After a lovely weekend with Joe's family here in Atlanta, today's post is inspired by one of our Saturday activities: a brewery tour and tasting at Sweetwater Brewery!Being from Asheville, NC (voted beer city USA for 2009-2012) I personally love a bit of beer culture. I've visited two breweries here in Atlanta, Sweetwater and Red Brick: both of which have their own unique feel to them that coupled with my favorite breweries in my hometown of Asheville, as well as my most recent home of Charlotte, really drive home my belief that breweries have a great atmosphere and potential to be the next big thing in the wedding industry. While they're already being seen more and more often...I think there's much more in store for this great concept. Bucket List: plan a brewery wedding!!

Think about it: what a great environment for a unique and memorable reception, rehearsal dinner or engagement party! It's certainly not for all, but for those that enjoy a good beer and an eclectic, laid back atmosphere, the possibilities are endless! While some breweries are already equipped for such events, others are rapidly joining ranks to accommodate couples looking for that something different to wow their guests.

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FALL in Love

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Hope everyone had a lovely Labor Day Weekend! It's that time of year when people start saying goodbye to Summer and start gearing up for the Fall season. Summer clothes start to go on sale and Fall lines are coming out. I've already seen Halloween candy in stores!Here in Atlanta, I think we have plenty more summer ahead and from what I understand.... Don't blink or you'll miss Fall altogether! I love love love Fall so I hope that is an exaggeration. Sweaters and boots... Ahhh :)

In the world of weddings... You definitely will start to see a switch in color palettes and florals. Some weddings choose to embrace a season by offering seasonal tastes and decor as well. Take a look at some of these gorgeous photos and FALL in love......

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Remember: just because you wed in the fall doesn't mean you can't incorporate bright,lovely colors!

Ltd events at your service

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Like the Dazzling is up and running! It's an incredible feeling to finally take this step and start something that's been talked about for SO long! After working on privately owned motor yachts for a number of years, it became clear that event planning had to be in my future!

I love the creative aspect behind planning an event just as much as I enjoy the logistical methods. What a feeling to put that big check mark or line through a task on a to-do list!

I can't wait to share with you these exciting moments as Like the Dazzling gets it's first taste of the big city of Atlanta. Stay tuned for all the dazzling details!