I am the owner of a Dallas-based event planning & design company called Couture Events by Lottie. I love to create, experience and appreciate exquisite weddings. My event design background started in a corporate setting in 2004. I took the plunge of being a business owner in 2008. I am a balanced event designer; having a creative eye with a corporate style level of service. I challenge my clients to never settle for ordinary. Personalization is the key, not money.
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Couture Events is a full service event planning company providing complete consulting, design and planning services! Our portfolio includes showers from bridal to baby, high school reunions, golf tournaments, charity mixers, corporate seminars, weddings and more. We are dedicated to giving our clients unique and undivided attention, listening to their needs and desires to help create a personalized event of their dreams.
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Words of Wisdom to brides and grooms from Lottie Fowler -
*Never look at a planner as an additional expense. Planners create business relationships with most wedding industry professionals therefore allowing them in-network discounts. So… Couture Events passes on these savings directly to our clients. In most cases, you get back in excess of what you paid for your planning package on items such as flowers, invites or the venue.
*Hire your planner FIRST. Understanding your theme and feel for the wedding is imperative. Guidance from your planner is crucial when selecting your vendor lineup. Having a disconnect between the people you hire will be obvious on your big day. To ensure a cohesive look that you want, hire people with the same style and vibe.
*Don’t settle for cheap. If it sounds like a duck, well then… (you know the rest). Be leery of cheap impersonators. They CAN ruin your day! People who are not well trained can be disastrous. Planners will make sure to send you to the right people who they know are reputable and will do an outstanding job. This does not mean the most expensive in their field. We have our favorites that meet any bride’s budget.
*Planners are like magicians. We all have tricks up our sleeves. I always say “this isn’t my first rodeo”. Ha! What I mean is that I have been doing this long enough to know tips and tricks on where to scrimp and where to splurge. Let’s face it! Most everyone is on a budget these days but there is no need to sacrifice things completely. Knowing where to cut corners in less obvious areas will alleviate money that can be splurged on the more noticeable ones.
*Think about all the little things. We always challenge our brides to really personalize their day. Don’t pull it out of a box and slap your names on it. Boring! Instead, bring elements to it that evoke what the two of you are all about. Start at the beginning and tell your story. From fun engagements at your favorite place or where you first met, to Save the Dates crafted by hand. All the little things leading up to your big day should build the excitement that your guests share with you.
*We let you relax. Don’t stress. Enjoy your time. These moments are fleeting so… slow down… enjoy that cake tasting… or the first time you step out for the dressing room audience in ”the dress of your dreams”. We give you that time to just breath and not worry about being a planner. You are NOT a planner. You are a bride and you deserve to enjoy being one.
