It's time to order the tuxedos

Selecting your Formal Wear is easier than ever- there’s even an app for that!

Ever After is an affiliate of Walker's Formal Wear. We believe in Walker's because of their color selection, customer service, reasonable prices, convenient inventory, and they don't nickel and dime our groomsmen with fees!

Ways to check out formal wear

1) Go online

2) Stop by a local store
3) Ever After Brides can look through our catalog complete with color swatches

4) Look up the free app on your iPhone or iPod Touch. Meridian owns Walker's Formal Wear.

Things to do:

Select your colors
Select the style (based on time of day, location, etc.)
Make an appointment to go by the store
At the store, get measured, try on your selection, submit your order, and put down a deposit
Send in the groomsmen to get measured and put down their deposits
Make an appointment to pick up the tuxedos 1-2 days prior to the wedding. The guys will try on the tuxes, alterations will be made for free, and then the guys can take the tuxedo with them.

Submit your order 3 months prior to your wedding. This will relieve the stress of waiting until the last minute. It also gives your groomsmen time to stop by at their convenience. If your groomsmen are out of town, they can stop by any local formal wear store to get measured. Most stores will measure them for free.



Ever After provides tuxedo service with our packages. We will help with color selection, set up meetings, and return the tuxedos following the wedding!

Dress your man in style!
Planner Girl:)

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Name change made easy!

We have the secret to changing your name easily!
It's called MissNowMrs!

88.6% of brides change their names in some way. It's estimated that it takes 13 hours to complete the name change process (filling out forms, running errands, filing forms, etc.).

MissNowMrs can help with 3 easy steps! Read Reviews from brides.

1) Organize: Answer general questions about yourself (i.e., name, birth date, license number, banks, credit cards, etc)

2) Forms: Your answers will be used to auto complete forms needed for name change. You will have a chance to proof the forms and print them.

3) File: Print your forms with a detailed filing instruction sheet that includes how to submit the forms, fees, office locations/addresses, as well as insider tips on how to file the easiest way possible

The process is completely secure and guaranteed or you can receive your money back!

The cost is $29.95.

Get started now!
Planner Girl:)

Selecting your Wedding Entertainment

How do you choose between a trio or quartet? Is a DJ more your style?

A trio or quartet will be more expensive than a single string (harp or violin). But a trio or quartet will give more options and a fuller sound. Visit Lake Terrace Trio (Above) for music samples and pricing!

Take note that some string instruments will not play when the temperature is less than 60 degrees or over 90 degrees. So, consider your ceremony location and the time of year.

Pricing for bands are much more expensive than a DJ, because you have to pay several band members verses one DJ. Also, the set up is less complicated. Local prices do not vary too much. Be skeptical of someone willing to work for a lot less than others. You often get what you pay for when it comes to DJs. We love Knox Vegas DJs (Above)!







Here's a checklist for selecting a Disc Jockey for your wedding.
Are they willing to make introductions and announcements?
Will they work the microphone so that the announcements are not too loud or muffled?
Do they blend songs rather than cutting them off in the middle?
They should control the volume, so that it doesn’t vary too much up and down.
Are they good at reading the crowd? They should know the songs that fill the dance floor and avoid songs that clear it out!
A professional will talk to you in advance to learn your style and song selections. You should also take time to learn their style. Ask how much they interact with the crowd and their theory on the DJ’s role. Be sure it matches your vision for your day!

We love Knox Vegas DJs, Gary Loe Productions, and Jim Ogle of Speical Notes. They are all true professionals and meet all of our criteria and then some!

Get Down and have fun!
Planner Girl:)

Knoxville's Newest Venue: Castleton Farms

There’s a new venue in town!

Knoxville has an abundance of wonderful wedding venues! The Smoky Mountains make a great backdrop for destination weddings. But, Knoxville has gardens, historic homes, convention centers, country clubs, quaint churches, venues that overlook the lake and river. The list goes on.

Castleton Farms is the newest addition to Knoxville’s fine venues. Casleton Farms is nestled in Loudon, TN. Here are a few juicy facts!

Patios, gardens, and statues, oh my!
Onsite Spa and Salon
Luxurious Menus

108 acres of rolling pasture

A magnificent Greek Revival Antebellum Manor
Overnight stays are allowed
Intricate landscaping
Jeffersonian-style Grecian gazebo

The Pool
Fireworks
Waldorf Photographic Art Included!







 
 
 
 
Enjoy Luxury!
Planner Girl:)

Unique Vendors

When you get engaged, your first priority is to hire your vendors... coordinator, caterer, photographer, cake baker, florist, etc.


But, there are some other vendors that you should consider!

Marble Slab Catering
Did you know that Marble Slab caterers for weddings? They bring the slab, the flavors, and the mix ins to you! Even adults become like kids again when it’s their turn to pick their flavors and mix ins! It’s a great substitute for the groom’s cake or a dessert bar!

Photo Booth
Guests can sit individually or in groups. Some photo booth companies have props for guests to use. Pictures are printed for guests to take home. Duplicates can be placed in a scrapbook and signed by guests at the wedding. In my experience, guests love a photo booth. It’s nostalgic!

Caricatures
This is a fun way to bring entertainment to your wedding! Have the service ready as guests arrive or during the cocktail hour. Guests will love the memory! They make great favors!



Think outside of the box! Your guests will love it!
Planner Girl:)

Butterfly Release- Volunteer Landing

Help Change a Child's Life!
And see Knoxville's largest Butterfly Release!

Meet Layla!

Layla Walker is  a four-year-old little girl with spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy with global delay, cortical vision impairment and a seizure disorder.

The family has done much research and discovered a treatment in Germany. After talking to many parents of children who have had the surgery, they are excited about the success. Two of three children reported improvements! The family is raising money to take Layla to Germany for the treatment!


It's easy to help! The family is hosting a party at Volunteer Landing with a giant butterfly release!!!
You can purchase a ticket, purchase a butterfly, and even purchase a shirt if you want. You can purchase items individually, but all three are only $20!

The Event: A day for Layla
Sunday, May 16th
2:00-6:00 at Volunteer Landing on the River in Knoxville!

Bring your family to join Layla's family and friends for Knoxville’s largest butterfly release! There will be games, inflatables, crafts, food, performances, silent auction, coloring contest, free dance, cheer, karate, line dancing classes, and more.
Music will be provided by Knox Vegas DJs!

Help others- it will warm your heart and theirs!
Planner Girl:)