ABC Annual Conference Recap, Day 6: David Tutera

David Tutera was the big name at this year's Annual Conference, and it would be an understatement to say I was excited to meet him and listen to him speak. He spoke for a long time Tuesday evening, showing us photos of weddings that he's just recently done. But most of his time was spent answering questions from all of us in the audience. He was completely candid, and unbelievably gracious!

I am going to assume that 95% of the people who read this blog will know who David Tutera Is, but for the other 5% David has a reality show on WeTV called My Fair Wedding. He transforms the bride's ideas into an out of this world wedding fit for royalty!

{Above: banner from his WeTV show}

My Fair Wedding is an incredible source of inspiration. Although he's working with an unlimited budget, there are small ideas that you can incorporate into your wedding or scale down some of the large, over the top designs to fit your budget and style.

The following images are examples of some of David's designs. As you can see, his signature style is Over The Top, Elaborate design whether traditional or modern...
While this elaborate style may not be your cup of tea, he is continually on the edge of what's up and coming and is a wonderful source of inspiration. Take bits and pieces of his designs (lighting, a certain type of flower or arrangement) and transform them to fit your specific style.

Myself and David after his speech and Q&A session...

Tada!

David Tutera recently put out a book that is invaluable for brides, called the Big White Book of Weddings (which he is signing for me in the above photos!) This is not a book of photos and past weddings, it is a how-to guide for wedding planning that includes sections ranging from Registering to choosing Vendors and everything in between. There's a particularly helpful section on Budgeting that any bride could use!
Order your copy today at a discount from Amazon.com or check out David's website to order a signed copy!

Never one to rest, David has also collaborated with Faviana to design a beautiful line of wedding gowns, and will soon be releasing a line of affordable shoes and jewelry that he plans to market and sell through Sears department stores. So be on the look out!