Spotlight on I Do Florals in Manteo.
Owner Holly Hall is excited to work with the brides that come to be married in the Outer Banks and she strives to bring their floral vision to life for their ultimate wedding experience. Holly provides floral arrangements for all of the bridal party, as well as ceremony d cor, reception d cor and centerpieces.

A floral expert for the Outer Banks since 2008, Holly began I Do Florals in 2011. Raised in California, Holly fell in love with the Outer Banks as she fell in love with her husband, a native of Manteo, and together they spent 10 years regularly returning to the area to help the family business. Now that they are settled in Manteo, Holly relates what she loves about living and working in the Outer Banks. I love the beach community, the autonomy, the unconventional and flexible job schedule and the outdoor activities.

Sound Advice As you plan your budget-conscious wedding, Holly reminds brides to reflect and to target the part of their day that is most important to them. By realizing your priorities as you plan, you will be able to spend more where it is most important and economize in other areas.

As a floral expert, Holly would like brides to understand that in today s floral market there is no seasonal deal on flowers. With the accessible world economy, she is able to obtain most flowers at any time (of course, there are exceptions to this) and therefore, although some flowers may be in season locally, they are not less expensive because of it. Further, she reminds brides to not be afraid to spend money on their bouquet. Remember, your bouquet will be in almost every photograph taken on your day.

As you investigate your options for flowers at your wedding, remember by hiring a floral expert, you have provided insurance for the what-if on the day. This allows you and your family to remove some worry and stress. Holly will make sure the flowers are fresh, arranged beautifully and arrive on time, all while you enjoy your family, guests and wedding day.

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Join the Outer Banks Wedding Association for the only Wedding Show you need. January 7-8, 2012.

During an exclusive Cocktail Reception on Saturday, January 7^th the Outer Banks Wedding Association will welcome a special guest appearance from David Tutera of WE TV's My Fair Wedding with David Tutera.

David Tutera will share tips on planning an unforgettable, personalized wedding, give a behind-the-scenes look at the most popular wedding show on TV and offer insider advice on the wedding planning industry. He will also answer questions from the audience, take photos and mingle with the guests.

Take full advantage of all that is offered during the only Wedding Show you will need with your All-Inclusive Ticket which includes the Cocktail Reception, Saturday evening 7 pm-10 pm, the Self-Guided Wedding Tour of Reception Sites and Business Open Houses on Saturday afternoon and admission into the Sunday Wedding Expo featuring over 175 Outer Banks Wedding Vendors and the Dream Wedding Giveaway. Tickets are limited, visit OBXWA today for details.

Additional tickets are available for the Cocktail Reception Only on Saturday evening (limited tickets available) or purchase tickets for the Self-Guided Wedding Tour of Reception Sites and Business Open Houses on Saturday afternoon, including admission into the Sunday Wedding Expo featuring over 175 Outer Banks Wedding Vendors and the Dream Wedding Giveaway.

Spend the weekend with us on the Outer Banks for the 14th annual Wedding Weekend, showcasing over 175 vendors experienced in creating extraordinary wedding experiences in one of America's top wedding destinations, Outer Banks, NC. Purchase your Expo Ticket today.

When you have your wedding on the Outer Banks, there are tons of fun things to do with family, friends, and your Fiance! Being the Birthplace of Aviation, the Outer Banks offers many opportunities to experience flight. This year for the Dream Wedding package, Island Shore Productions teamed up with Mary Basnight Photography and Kitty Hawk Kites to show you something unique that you can do as a pre-wedding activity that's exhilarating and an experience that will help make your wedding unforgettable!

Visit Outer Banks Wedding Association to find more about these vendors and other wedding professionals that work on the Outer Banks.

We are excited to welcome you to our new re-designed OBX Wedding Blog. Content will be posted weekly, featuring highlights of Outer Banks weddings in Real Weddings, conversations with local wedding professionals in Spotlight, informative wedding topics and advice in Outside the BoX, fun and endearing wedding tales of the unexpected in Made by You, and further informative information concerning events and happenings in the Sandbox. We have archived our previous blog posts, so if you are visiting us for the first time, be sure to explore our site.

We welcome submissions to highlight your Real Wedding. Please download and submit the 2012 OBWA Real Wedding Blog Submission by Brides to obxweddingblog@bellagurl.com, rules and submission instructions can be found on the form.

Join us on Facebook to discuss your wedding concerns, questions and ideas, we welcome your input. Be sure to bookmark our blog, because as you plan your wedding on the Outer Banks, you will be sure to find some golden nugget that will make your day that much brighter.

The Outer Banks Wedding Association is happy to announce that our 14th annual Wedding Weekend and Expo will take place on the weekend of January 6th-8th, 2012. Come meet and see hundreds of local wedding vendors at the Expo on Sunday, enjoy the self guided Wedding Tour of event homes and reception sites on Saturday, and relax during our Reception on Saturday evening. We'll be announcing further exciting details in the coming weeks and tickets will be on sale in mid-August.

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Introducing the Outer Banks Wedding Association members who have dedicated their time and energy to make Tamarra and Ray's wedding their Dream Wedding. Engaging Events- wedding coordinator Jennette's Pier-reception site Basnight's Lone Cedar Cafe- full service wedding day caterer Mary Basnight Photography- engagement + contributing photographer Courtney Hathaway Photography- day after photo session Daniel Pullen Photography-wedding day photographer Baldwin Video- wedding day + contributing videographer Island Shore Productions- engagement session videographer Holiday House Weddings- floral + event decor The Embellishers- floral + event decor Rande Banks- wedding officiate When Doves Fly- two handed dove release ceremony Roy Murray Music Studio- ceremony musician Club Violin- cocktail hour musician Great Cakes! of the Outer Banks- wedding cake Sandy Beach Tours- transportation

The Proper Setting- ceremony chairs Metro Rentals- linens Ocean Atlantic Rentals- glassware, silverware + china Outer Banks DJ- DJ services for rehearsal dinner DJ Professionals and Video- DJ services + sound equipment ceremony

Barryoke Karaoke- karaoke services for reception Blue Ocean Events- wedding favors Coastal Provisions Market- full service rehearsal dinner caterer Black Tie Affair- tuxedoes for groom + best man All Eyes on the Bride- makeup for bride + bridesmaids Dimensions Hair Salon- hair stylist for bride + bridesmaids Robbins Nest Sitting Service- childcare services

Oasis Suites- two night stay + champagne First Colony Inn- two rooms for a two night stay Village Realty- two night stay in a rental home Stan White Realty- three night stay at Carolina Station/rehearsal dinner location

HLR Designs- custom made Save-the-Date cards + Wedding Invitations Kitty Hawk Kites- hang gliding lessions Chilli Peppers- rehearsal dinner appetizers Aqua Day Spa- couples massage with champagne toast The Pointe Golf Club- round of golf Doghouse Sport Fishing- half day fishing trip Coastal Helicopters- helicopter tour Cypress House Inn- bridal tea