Meet Bonnie Brown

Meet Bonnie Brown, co-owner of the Chateaux at Fox Meadows.  She has been with the Chateaux since 1998 and has worked more than 3500 events. 

Tell Us Something About Yourself:
I am owner and co-founder of “The Chateaux. I am happily married to Ray. We have one adult daughter, Corie who is married to our wonderful son in law Bryan. Together, they have given me the opportunity to be the ultra hip grandma (Tutu) to two adorably cute grandsons. Makai (6) and Zian (2) I am an avid outdoors gal, into sport fishing, mountain biking, hiking as well as a shop-a-holic, travel hound and adventure lover.

What is your favorite quote?
“When choosing between two evils, I always like to choose the one I haven’t tried” -Mae West

What is the latest wedding trend you have noticed?
Inclusive packages. Many facilities are offering them to help with the planning and stress level of the bride. Quality vendors are already chosen and the prices are already firm. Only a few decisions have to be made and all of the details are taken care of. This leaves the bride plenty of time to enjoy being engaged, plan the honeymoon and personally prepare for the big day.

My (5) Event Planning Tips:

• Choose a day that is not on the weekend. Availability is greater and the fees are lower. Thursday evenings are very popular!
• Check the department stores after prom or homecoming to find great deals on bridemaids dresses (or let the girls choose their own dress in a given color scheme)
• Simple elegance is the key. Less is more – enough said.
• Stick to your budget! This is really tough, but you’ll be very happy in the long run.
• Attend bridal shows so you get a good idea of what vendors you like without having to waste a lot of time making appointments and running all over town. This is an opportunity to see many vendors in one place, talk to them and see/try samples of what they do.