Real Oasis Weddings April 26, 2013

Jillian & Justin

This was a classy black and white wedding done right!  The pops of red were perfect, and the wedding party kept our staff and the guests entertained all night.

The lovely bride.

The handsome groom.

The bride spending time with her dad before the ceremony…

…while the groom was practicing his poker face.

It’s all in the details.

Beautifully displayed hors d’oeuvres.

While the guests enjoyed cocktail hour, the happy couple had a private moment.

The gorgeous and fun wedding party.

The candy buffet went on for miles.

Everyone’s favorite part of a wedding!

The life of the party – and look at the pretty uplights!

Photography by: Brittany Brooke Photo Art Design

Flowers by: {say i do}

Cake by: Friend of the Bride & Groom

DJ & Lighting by: Party Pleasers

Real Oasis Weddings December 13, 2012

Meaghan & Tim

This couple was too cute!  There was no doubt that they are in love, and very loved by their family and friends.  The reception was a blast, and the bride’s parents even surprised her with a popcorn and candy bar!

Straight out of a fairy tale.

So happy…and we love the bride’s veil!

Working on their swings.

Who says the groom can’t carry a bouquet?

This was one proud poppa!

We are famous for our bridge photos!

Stunning.

The lighting in the reception room set the mood for the party.

Gorgeous and delicious!

Photos by Christina Littleton Photography

Centerpieces by H.J. Benken

Cake by DessertWorks Cakery

Lighting by Hey! Mr. DJ

Real Oasis Weddings August 31, 2012

Katie & Larry

This classy black and red wedding reception wasn’t just gorgeous, it was also a blast!  Thanks to Katie & Larry and their friends and family for a great night.

First Dance

Head Table

Cookies Favors!

Love the modern centerpiece.

Alternating centerpieces are a great way to get some varying heights in your reception room.

Love the cake – and the bride’s dress!

Photos by Ron Shuller’s Creative Images Photography

Cake by DessertWorks Cakery

Centerpieces by H.J. Benken

Unique Honeymoons (Part 2) July 5, 2012

We are in vacation mode at the office with the mid-week holiday, and we promised you more ideas for unique honeymoons, so here they are!  Be sure to leave a comment and let us know where you went, or where you are going, for your honeymoon.

• Unhotel Honeymoon: Don’t want to stay at an everyday hotel on your honeymoon?  Try an unhotel!  There are several resources to rent people’s homes, condos or cabins instead of a chain hotel.  You can search by city, type of home, number of rooms, amenities…the list goes on.  If you are looking in New York City or London, One Fine Stay looks like a great resource.  They offer home rentals, and you can add maid service as an upgrade.  All of their rentals come with wifi, fancy sheets and towels, and an iPhone to use during your stay!  If you’re looking for a rental in other locations around the country and around the world, try HomeAway Vacation Rentals.  They have listings everywhere from Gatlinburg to Key West and Fiji.

• Foodie Honeymoon: Foodies will enjoy seeking out cities known for their culinary scene.  Book a chef’s table dinner one night, take a cooking class and sign up for foodie tours.  We’ll list a few to get you started, but most any major city will have one.  Did you know our fine city of Cincinnati even has a foodie tour?

Cincinnati – Flavors of the Queen City

 Boston – Boston Foodie Tours

 Michigan (several cities) – Pure Michigan

 San Francisco – Gourmet Walks

• Festival Seekers: If you and your fiance share a love of something, chances are there is a festival that celebrates it.  Browsing the internet, we came across Garlic Festivals, Film Festivals, Blues Festivals, German Festivals, Horseradish Festivals, Yoga Festivals, Christmas Festivals, Hot Sauce Festivals…the list goes on and on.  Depending on the location of the festival, you might be able to plan a week long honeymoon around it, or at least make it a stop on your travels.  To start your search, check out these websites: Top Events USA and Festival USA.  We do recommend contacting festival organizers or local Convention & Visitor’s Bureaus or Chambers of Commerce to find out the scope and size of the festival before planning your trip.

Happy Honeymooning!

Oasis Wedding Central

Unique Honeymoons May 25, 2012

It’s our 2 year anniversary!  We want to thank all of readers for supporting Tie the Knot at Oasis.  We hope you love reading it as much as we love writing it!

Are you and your fiance untraditional?  Does the idea of laying on a beach for  a week sound too boring for you?  Not everyone is looking for a resort honeymoon.  If you’re considering something a little more off the beaten path, here are some ideas for unique honeymoons.

• Ballpark Tour Honeymoon: Baseball fanatic couples love to see different ballparks.  You can plan to follow your favorite team to a couple of cities, or just hit as many ballparks as possible on your honeymoon.  Choose a part of the country and start planning!  A great resource is ballparkchaers.com.  They give tips on every stadium including where to park, what seats have the best view, and where the best food vendors are located.

• Music Fan Honeymoon: If you love a certain type of music, immerse yourself in it for a week!  Schedule walking or bus tours of the music history of a city, and go to a few concerts.  Find out where the best local music is played and soak it up.  Here are some city tours we found (Editor’s Note: We have not used these companies and do not endorse them).

New York City – Rock Junket Tours

 London – London Rock Tour

 Nashville – Viator Discover Nashville

 Memphis – Backbeat Tours

• VolunTourism: Have you ever thought about combining travel with charitable work?  There are ways you can see the sights and do some good in the States or abroad.  There are plenty of service organizations and mission trips you can sign up for, but we came across a group, VolunTourism, who seems to include a good balance of travel and work.

Do you have something different planned for your honeymoon?  We will be posting more unique ideas soon, and would love to include yours!

Oasis Wedding Central

Bridal Contest Links – Round 7! May 22, 2012

We have scoured the internet for these current and amazing bridal contests so you don’t have to!  Whether you are looking to save money on items you will be purchasing anyway, to get a few freebie upgrades or to win the honeymoon of your dreams, we have found the right contest for you.  Let us know if you end up being a big winner!

$500.00 toward Wedding Stationary: Look Love Send

 Bridal Tote & Ring Holder: Let’s Plan Weddings

Wedding Gown: David’s Bridal

 Dream Wedding Design by David Tutera: Bridal Guide

 Honeymoon in Tabago West Indies: Destination Weddings & Honeymoons

Good luck!

Oasis Wedding Central

Real Oasis Weddings April 12, 2012

Kayse & Brandon

Luckily this couple planned on an indoor ceremony and reception, because it certainly rained on their wedding day!  There were able to sneak outside during a break in the storm, though, and their photographer got some great shots.

Staying dry - love the bouquet!

The perfect accessory.

This pose is fantastic.

Only confident men can pull off hot pink!

Simple and elegant ceremony - love the lighting!

Newly married and so in love.

Check out the Oasis at night!

The reception started off with a bang and a great meal.

Photos by Sarah Dills Photography

Flowers by Jones the Florist

To see more photos from this wedding, visit Sarah Dills Photography Blog