Last night my wife, Lora Lea and I, along with about 1000+ others attended the gala grand opening of Aristide in Mansfield. It is a fabulous new event and reception facility serving the Dallas and Fort Worth area and they know how to make a great début.
I can hardly wait to do a wedding there. We met the first couple to be married there and it will be this Saturday. It has been fun to watch the progress as they built this extraordinary facility and anticipate its completion.
In the grooms room they were offering massages and make up for those who were interested in being pampered. Throughout the facility there were vendors showcasing their products and talents. You could visit with florists, caterers, bakeries, singers, string quartets, bridal consultants, rentals, invitations and many others.
Tom Mahler with Ducky Bob’s was there showing his excellent selection of ‘top of the line’ linens, china, glassware – etc. Twigs provided spectacular floral arrangements with a European design style. Yeila owner of Yelibelly Chocolates presented some wonderful chocolate with new flavor combinations – such as chocolate and jalapeno – just delicious. I had to try one of each of her creations. She is also an accomplished Belly Dancer. Bluedoor Studios was there with their Photo Lounge and that was a great hit. Julie West (Paper Planet) was showing the latest ideas in invitations, place cards and save the date cards. We ended the night sampling wedding cake from Sweet Memories in Keller and talking with Susan and her husband Bruce.
If you get a chance to visit Aristide you won’t be disappointed and I would love to be the minister for your wedding.
