Get Polished Events

Get Polished Makeup

2009-12-21T09:16:00.001-08:00

We just wanted to remind everyone that Get Polished does have our own makeup line that was started last year. While we are still working to choose products and complete the line, we have quite a few awesome products that are really great for brides as well as everyone else. The line was launched with a few key things in mind: affordability and staying power being at the top of our list. We work in an industry where it is an absolute necessity for the makeup to remain on for the entire day so we have products that are water resistant and full of pigment.

We will be adding the makeup line to the website shortly, but until then we have listed a few items that we have available.

Age Defying Foundation

Two-Way Full Coverage Powder Foundation

Water Proof eyeliners, eyeshadows, mascaras and lipliners

Tons of shadows, glosses and lipsticks

Set up an appointment now to come into the Get Polished Studio and learn more as well as receive a FREE makeup lesson.

(504) 301-0316

Marion and Drew

2009-11-10T10:15:00.000-08:00

We are a little late posting this, but we loved this couple so much that we wanted to be sure to include them in our blog. Marion and Drew were married on September 19th, 2009, at Immaculate Conception in New Orleans. Their reception was at the New Orleans Board of Trade, which is one of our favorite venues. The couple really wanted to keep a classic and traditional vibe so we paid close attention to the details in order to make the event special. We served Signature Pimm's Cups as the guests arrived from the ceremony and featured New Orleans specialialty items such as a Shrimp and Grits and Red Beans and Rice (the groom's favorite) on the buffet. Photos were taken by Sandra O'Claire (http://www.eauclairephotographics.com/) and came out great.

Budget Tips and Planning

2009-09-25T10:54:00.000-07:00

Emily was the guest for New Orleans Wedding Magazine's Podcast this week. She sat down with Jeff and Amanda for the first of a 3 part interview to discuss budget planning and how to get started.

Stop by their website and take a listen for some tips.
http://www.thisweekinweddings.com/2009/09/twiw-episode-11-budget-planning-with-emily-sullivan-part-1/

New Blog to Begin Soon!

2009-07-09T09:28:00.000-07:00

As you can see from our website, Get Polished is going through some pretty big and exciting changes this summer. From launching new products and services and planning exciting events for the fall, you will want to be in the loop.

Get Polished will be launching an informative blog in the very near future to include beauty and planning tips for your New Orleans wedding. We hope that this will not only give insight into our company but also help you with questions that you might be facing during your planning process. Please feel free to shoot us an email and let us know if there is a particular question that you would like to have addressed. info@getpolished.biz
Emily

Update

2009-05-13T10:04:00.001-07:00

I know that I am super terrible about staying on top of this blog. But frankly, it is very busy in my world right now. I wanted to jump on to give a few updates that are happening over the summer.
First of all, something that we are very excited about. Get Polished will be launching our own line of makeup specifically targeted for brides. It will feature water proof items and long wearing smooth lipsticks for touch ups, as well as the skincare items that brides need to get their skin ready for the big day.
Some other things is that we now sell customized favors and second line umbrellas. We will have an extensive list up on the website in the coming month or so.
This past weekend was a big weekend for us at Get Polished and I wanted to share a few pics. These are from Rebecca and Steve's wedding at the Benachi House and Gardens. It was a beautiful ceremony and rockin reception. Just a little hot, of course, but it is New Orleans in May!

2008-10-06T17:31:00.000-07:00

Lake

We love weddings!!!

2008-10-06T17:11:00.000-07:00

This weekend, Danielle and I were talking about how much fun it is to be a part of someone's wedding day. We agree that it would be a difficult job to do on a daily basis because it is a little more demanding than traditional jobs. But it truly is different at every wedding and we love it!!!

I just feel like I should let everyone know what a great team we have right now. I am sure that most people don't know my story. But I am a single mother who started this company in hopes of being able to have a flexible schedule while my son, Lake, is growing up. I added a hair dresser first to be able to have full services. And in the past 3 years we have grown at an incredible rate. I am so pleased with where we are now.

We have a team of 7 sylists and 2 assistant planners. We are constantly thinking of ways to become better out our jobs and more effective. We realize that you only get one chance when you are dealing with weddings and we want it to be perfect for you. Everyone deserves to feel beautiful and have a flawless wedding day.

Anyway, thanks to all who have hired us over the past 2.5 years and to those who we will be working with in the future. You will never know how important this business is to me. And I can only hope that it shows in our work.

What a Summer!

2008-07-09T06:19:00.000-07:00

For the past few weeks, we have been consumed with weddings. And that is such a great feeling. To know that we are giving excellent service and really connecting with our brides makes me feel very pleased. Over 75% of our business comes from referrals and I think that is quite an accomplishment.

We have been with Beebe and Corinne Tran (www.studiotran.com) for 3 weeks in a row now and I really enjoy working with them. Such great people and also great pics.

This weekend I will be going to Ormond Plantation for the first time and I am always excited to check out new venues. We will also be in the city taking care of Dana Dugas. I am posting a f few of her bridal portraits. She is such a beautiful bride and the pictures came out great...thanks to Sam Gregory. Sam is another photographer that I have worked closely with and I really enjoy. (www.samgregoryphotography.com)

Busy Wedding Season

2008-05-29T12:46:00.000-07:00

You know when I started this blog I was so excited; thinking that I would update it all of the time. Well, needless to say, it is much more time consuming than I realized. We have had a great couple of weeks with some awesome brides. I am posting a few pics of Allison Nunez (May 10th), courtesy of Beebe Tran. She came out beautiful and her bridal party was a delight. We will also be taking care of her sister, Amy, in June. I am still figuring out how they were able to plan 2 weddings so close together and keep their sanity.

We also truly enjoyed doing day of coordination and beauty for Tricia Strayer on May 17th. The ceremony/reception took place at Broussards and was really beautiful and delicious. Her photographer was Sam Gregory, and as always, he was great to work with.

We also just completed our first on location spa party this weekend for Stephanie Jackson. Michael Tran and company, came out on location (on the wedding day) and gave everyone mani's and pedi's and even, acrylics. The bridal party was raving about how great it was to have that service.

We look forward to all of our weddings coming up. We are happy to be busy and working constantly. Thanks again to all of the brides who refer us endlessly.

New Nail Services at GP

2008-05-02T07:18:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone.
Get Polished is now offering full service nails on-location as well as "in salon" for spa parties. We have teamed up with a local nail salon to offer services such as manicures, pedicures and even, acrylics at your hotel. You will also be able to reserve the salon for your private spa party, which can include food, drinks and favors. Your bridesmaids and family will love it.

While this is something that we tried before, I realized that it just wasn't our specialty. However, you can rest assured that Michael Tran, our new partner, will do a great job. Michael has owned a salon for quite some time, and became interested in weddings through his brother, Photography Beebe Tran. Look for the price list to be listed on the website sometime next week.

Finally Up and Running

2008-04-29T10:56:00.000-07:00

After weeks of planning, organizing and trying to get everything together; we are launching the new website and blog. I am totally excited that we are expanding into this new venture. Get Polished has been so successful and I really believe that it is the level of service that we offer our clients. We will be no different when planning.

Although, I wasn't raised here; I love this city and now consider myself a local. I can't think of anywhere else in the world that I would want to get married.

A few weeks ago, we went to the Weddings In Style Bridal show at Annadele's Plantation. We designed a slideshow with an overview of our recent work, so I have attached it so you guys can take a look.