For many people, their dog is as much a member of the family as any sister or brother. Since weddings are about (among other things) celebrating an important moment with loved ones, it’s natural to want to include Fido. Think what you may about including pooches in weddings, but try to remember that, for many, it’s an expression of the couple and their definition of family. Plus, for me (a dog lover, admittedly), the pictures are so cute!
Today’s bride is tech-savvy, armed with the latest and greatest in social media frenzies, electronic gadgets, and digitalized weddings. With everything right at their fingertips, the weddings have the capacity to take on futuristic forms. Here’s a look at what’s next in the way of bridal tech:
Networking on the Net: In addition to blogging, brides will continue to tweet, Facebook, and start websites solely devoted to their weddings. While some couples are blogging about their experiences beforehand, others are updating their online media in real time as the wedding events happen.
The newest trend for wedding dining is unexpected and fresh. Here are a few of the things you’ll be seeing more of in the future:
•Home-spun and self-selected meals by the couple: If food means something to you, why not make it a key element of the wedding? If he’s Caribbean and you’re Italian, make your menu a fanciful tribute to both. If you’re a foodie, let the selections reflect your epicurean self.
•A focus on heritage and traditional often served family style . Nothing is better than sharing fresh baked rolls made from your grandmother’s recipe, family- favorite salads, and hearty meat trays. This always turns basics foods into ‘wow’ factors!
This was absolutely one of my favorite weddings last year, because the end results were truly amazing. If you have read some of my other posts you may have caught my post on DIY. I discussed in that post how DIY can often go very wrong. This is one instance where the partnering of the professionals and the DIY projects absolutely created magic.
Ok Brides, the last thing you want on your mind on your wedding day is, “Where’s Grandma Frannie?” We always recommend to our brides to find that one friend that is a “type-a” personality. This friend thrives on order and structure, she makes detailed notes and check lists. We all have a friend like her. She now has a job in your wedding. Give her a copy of your must have photographs that you have discussed with your photographer. Have listed out all the must have people involved. Your friend’s job is to make sure that everyone is where they need to be, when they need to be there.
There are several good reasons to prepare a menu card for your wedding dinner:
Menu cards can be a stunning addition to a place setting
You can create continuity by using design elements from your invitation
By inking the name of each guest at the top, menu cards can also serve as place cards – one less piece of paper
If you have a choices for any of the courses, menu cards will greatly speed up service (your guests will know what the options are before the server arrives.)
Menu cards can be a memento of your wedding (make sure your photographer knows to take a picture of them)
So many brides think making their entrance at the church or ceremony venue is when she ascends the aisle on her father’s arm. Yes this may be the case over the last 20 years but let’s not forget what a real entrance is really like. For some they may think this idea is a passed tradition but as with many things, sooner or later they come full circle and then they become a trend!
Envision if you will as you hurry to the venue or church so you and all your attendants can all get dressed together and help the bride with her gown. Then you walk out in single file and get in line to walk down the aisle. Wow, how romantic and enchanting is that?
Move over plain, traditional wedding cake! With a sumptuous array of edible delights, there isn’t any need to bore your guest’s palette with something expected. We love the new sweets trend that is revolutionizing receptions from California to New York! Here are a few things to note when sampling treats for your big day:
When a long gown isn’t making your heart sing and you are longing for a special dress that suits your style, consider a higher hemline. Short can be sassy, chic, sophisticated, understated, dramatic…anything a girl could dream of. Not to mention you’ll be even better situated to show off killer shoes!
So many people ask how we develop our creative for our national show tour ‘Unveiled’ THE Ultimate Wedding Planning Event or for our Signature Weddings we design for select clients. I will tell you a little secret; it came from something I used in journalism and creative writing classes while I attended college. It’s called ‘Branching’.
Manzanita branches, found naturally in the chaparral regions of western North America, are commonly used decoratively because of their beauty, unique shape, and strength when dried. As wedding décor, manzanita branches are hot! I have had many brides come in asking for manzanita branches for their centerpieces. These branches go well in
There’s that word again. Chignon. Do they choose fancy french words just to embarrass us??
Relax. No, its really not all about you… (hahaha…bet cha haven’t heard that one since you started planning your wedding!). The word chignon, pronounced “sheen-yon,” is actually derived from the French phrase “chignon du cou,” which translates to “nape of the
Our exploration of orchids available as cut flowers continues with the more luxurious and extravagant orchids.
Phalaenopsis
phalaenopsis orchid
Phalaneopsis orchids are everywhere in bridal magazines! They are the typical “moth orchid” plant you might see at Trader Joe’s or any other shop selling plants. As cut flowers, they are no longer that Home Depot plant,
Congrats! You just got engaged and now the planning process has begun. Well, when should you book your wedding photographer? Pretty much as soon as you book your venue. The typical recommendation for when you should book your wedding photographer is around 9 months out from your date. However, keep in mind that highly sought [...]
On Mykonos you will find beautiful beaches, chic boutiques and elegant nightclubs. Beneath its sophisticated surface, lies a quite essential Greek island. Hundreds of tiny chapels dot this blue and white-washed island with its beautiful windmills. Perfect for a honeymoon, destination wedding, or anniversary trip.
One of the biggest stresses for a bride-to-be is how she will look in her wedding gown on her wedding day. Will she look fat? Will she look flabby? The issue floats around in her brain for months: all the pictures, the wedding album, the wedding video …she MUST look gorgeous!! All ladies start out [...]
