Next year think about planning your wedding in the month of December. It's not only a value but the town is simple stunning. In between house hopping and caroling, you can do some venue site inspections and meet some of the wedding talent in town.
www.christmasinnewport.org has a calendar of all the holiday events and happenings. Do think about incorpirating some of these activites in to your wedding weekend.
The Camrose & Kross Kennedy Collection was created by Jackie herself. Now managed by Caroline, I think this is the perfect wedding gift for the Newport Bride, Maid or Mother. Each pieces of jewelry comes gift boxed in velour-covered case and with a Camrose & Kross Certificate of authenticity. Also included is a romance card with some fascinating information about Jackie and her life.
Wedding Bracelet JFK and Jackie designed this bracelet together before their wedding in 1953. Jackie contributed the pearls and diamonds, while John added the two nautical ropes, representing his family's love of the sea. The bracelet was a perfect addition to her wedding gown. A small drawstring bag is included for travel. The Wedding Bracelet has 25 Swarovski crystals, 18 simulated pearls, box and tongue clasp. It is available in 7" or 8" with platinum plating. $70.00
Engagement Bracelet John was so elated that Jackie had accepted his proposal of marriage that he purchased this very special engagement present for her on July 11, 1953. She was very moved by her fiance's thoughtfulness. This Engagement Bracelet has 38 Swarovski Crystals with a box and tongue clasp. It is available in 7" or 8" with platinum plating. $70.00
You can find the Camrose & Kross wedding collection at www.anewportaffaire.com
To Order Call 917 355 0689 or email me at nancy@anewportaffaire.com Newport Weddings
According to The New York Times December 20 2007 Pantone’s choice of color is blue iris other wise known as No. 18-3943.
Leatrice Eiseman,the executive director of the Pantone Color Institute, said “Blue Iris brings together the dependable aspects of blue, underscored by a strong, soul-searching purple cast. Emotionally, it is anchoring and meditative with a touch of magic.”
When I was at Special Event last year, I took these photographs of the booths for a lecture on The Trends of Color at the Waldorf=Astoria. And yes iris blue, and fern green were defiantly being shown. But are brides renting it.
Are you going to use this color palette?
I look forward to see what colors will be happening this year!
Does your venue offer you the opportunity to do a Mitzvah or Tithe?
Newport RI can make you a philanthropist on your wedding day. With over 100 non-for profits in the town, many of them have event spaces available for rent. So instead of having your wedding in a hotel ballroom or a venue owned by a corporation,take part of your wedding budget and support a non-for profit. Here are some of the museums and venues that are available for rent.
I met Betty of www.igive.com years ago when I worked In New Media here in NYC. Im so glad this is one of those .com's that is still around. Its a great service and yes she does sleep well at night doing such good work!
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I want to thank Robert Allen and Holli Ehrlich
for being my advocate and friend on my venture in New York and Newport RI.
They are doing so much for the wedding Industry.
I am so honored to be part of the Meet the Masters Edition.
I hope you enjoy the Podcast,
Best,
Nancy
Your Wedding Destination: Newport, Rhode Island. Wedding Podcast Network is proud to feature information that will help you plan your wedding with style. Listen to our expert participants and learn about one of the most scenic places in the country. We talk with savvy Newport wedding planner Nancy Swiezy; two unique and beautiful venues to create your memorable event
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Howard Prince, owner Synergy Entertainment, Newport’s number one dance orchestra Kathryn Farrington, Vice President of Marketing of Newport’s Convention & Visitor’s Bureau, tells us why Newport is such a popular destination with its breathtaking coastline, unparalleled history, mansions, sports and cultural resources. You and your guests will fall in love with the City by the Sea.
What can I say that hasn’t been said before about this most remarkable woman. 15 years ago or so had the opportunity to tour Hammersmith Farm just before it closed.I remember taking a pause on that beautiful stairwell and just for a just moment, I became Jackie Kennedy tossing her bouquet.
At my web site A Newport Affair www.anewportaffaire.com There is a collection of photographs, articles and a slide show about the wedding. I hope they become an inspiration to you in planning your wedding here in Newport.
Hammersmith Farm is now close to the public and is now a private residence. One can best see it today from Newports grand harbor.
If your looking for the view that Jack and Jackie had for your wedding, You will want to look at:
The Pineapple is a symbol of welcome derived from the practice of placing a real pineapple at the door to announce that the sea-captain owner had returned from his long voyage and was ready to receive guests.
Newport has hundreds examples of wonderful colonial homes. Make sure you visit “The Point” section of Newport on your next trip. Facing the harbor Its just to the right of the Visitors Center.
So when the New England Society of NYC asked me to design the decor for the annual holiday party,the pineapple simple ruled.
My next bride plans to hang a pineapple on the front door of her venue.
Why don’t you?
http://nesnyc.org/ The New England Socity in the city of New York is a Scholarship Program, established in 1953, awards scholarships to bright and deserving students from the New York City area attending New England educational institutions.
I found this bag for a NY bridethis summer. It is an insulated tote bag that comes in 3 Blue and White fabric patterns. Every one just loves them !
SORRY SOLD OUT
Fill it with a local map, and free Newport magazine that you can find it at the visitor’s center. Add water bottles, mints, salt-water taffy and any other nautical Newport seafaring goodies. The Christmas Tree Shop is a great place to find these things. Aquidneck Shopping Center 19 East Main Road Middletown, RI 02842 (401) 841-510
For Free Maps and Magizines Visitor Information Center 23 America's Cup Avenue Newport, RI 02840 401-845-9123 Www.gonewport.com
The Eisenhower House is a charming victorian farm house at the top of the hill in Fort Adams State Park.
It in now one of my favorite venues for a tented event.
Here is the History of the House. Eisenhower House is a historic late nineteenth-century home that served as the residence for the Commandant of Fort Adams. Newport architects George C. Mason and Son designed the house in 1873, and General Henry Jackson Hunt was the first in a long line of military officers to live here. The most famous resident was President Dwight D. Eisenhower, for whom the house is named. President Eisenhower vacationed here during the late summer of 1958 and 1960. At first, the president was quartered at the Naval War College on Coasters Harbor Island. But golf was Ike’s passion, and given Eisenhower House’s location near the Newport Country Club golf course, this became the president’s Summer White House. The United States Navy transferred Fort Adams and Eisenhower House to the State of Rhode Island in 1964 for use as a state park. Today Eisenhower House is a historic site listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and the property is the scene of many public and social events.
A Newport Affaires Selling Points 1. A reasonable rental fee. 2. You can bring in any legitimate catering or tent company. 3. You’re the only wedding that day. 4. Your decorator and catering don’t have to wait for the tours to finish be for they start working on your wedding. 5. Its has one of the best water view of Newport Harbor. 6. No porta potties needed to be rented for an event fewer than 200 people. 7. No problems with the town sound ordnance so go for that big band! 8. Lots of parking.
Contact: Joan Kelley JKelly@preservation.ri.gov 1 Lincoln Drive Fort Adams State Park Newport, RI 02840 401-847-6740 (t) www.eisenhowerhouse.com
Photo From The Movie Evening, filmed and set In Newport RI
You ask.... Why Get Married In Newport R.I. ?
It was the original Hamptons after all! A summer playground with wonderful style!
An Editor at www.DestinationIDo.com just asked me ...
"What does Newport , RI have to offer to a couple trying to organize a wedding?"
A simply spectacular assortment of locations - Dazzling ocean views – Elegant style from the classic to the contemporary!
From a former summer White House, two Vanderbilt mansions, a Belmont stable that looks like a medieval castle, Classic Hotel ballrooms, to a new hip South Beach-style venue … Intimate or Grand, Old World or Modern…the diversity of the venues Newport has to offer is unparalleled
Newport has so many resources for a couple and their guests to take advantage of on the wedding weekend. Boating, Biking, Fishing, Scuba Diving, Beaches, Golf, Tennis, Great Restaurants, Shopping, Antiquing. Museums, Historic sites, Art Galleries , Nature Preserves and great festivals for every season.
Summer of course is a favorite time to enjoy Newport but don’t overlook the romantic feeling of the Holidays with cozy firesides and Victorian Christimas decorations or Fall when the leaves are turning and the air is newly crisp…Personally, I look forward to the Jazz Festival every summer as a Grace Kelly-worthy occasion (after all she immortalized the festival in the film, High Society) but The Clam Chowder Cook Off and the Boat Show are also great times in Newport.
Some couples will even choose to plan their wedding weekend around these festivals. Buy tickets for your guests and build these fun, fabulous festivals in to the wedding weekend activities. I love the Americas Cup Charters, where you can rent Historic 12 Meter sailing yachts and create your own Americas Cup Experience!!!
It’s a Newport tradition to hold a Pre-Wedding Rehearsal Dinner Race, the Groomsmen Vs the Bridesmaids! Newport is also the home of the Tennis Hall of Fame and tennis courts are plentiful - if boat races don’t engage the wedding party, tennis is an alternative.
And for true tennis buffs, the Casino is one of Newport ’s most extraordinary places to get married and hold wedding festivities… Newport offers entertaining pursuits for singles as well as couples, families with children as well as parents of the bride and groom Every one feels welcome here. So come be married in The City by the Sea, we’ll do our best to see that you live happily ever after. Newport R.I
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