0 Adding Sparkle To Your Wedding

I am obsessed with all things that sparkle and shimmer. And i'll let you in to a little secret...i have a weakness for sparkle weddings! With this being said, i decided to list some ways in which sparkle can be added to your wedding.

1. Stationary 

2. Table Linens

3. Table Numbers

4. Place Settings

 

5. Chair Signs

6. Candles & Candelabras

 

7. Vases

8. Dance floor

9. Drink Stirrers 

10. Cake Toppers

Try adding sparkle to your wedding by hanging glittered feathers, chair covers, a sparkle cake or even a sparkle wedding/bridesmaid gown(s)!

0 Kentucky Derby Inspired Wedding

Can't make it to Churchill Downs this year for the Kentucky Derby? Then bring a little thoroughbred tradition to your big day! Read on for the Kentucky Derby inspired wedding ideas that will leave guests feeling like they just won the Triple Crown.

                                    Photo by: Mike Larson Inc. on Panacea Event Floral Design 

Make your wedding best in show. Give your guests an equestrian-themed escort card that also doubles as a favor. Create custom horse ribbons with their seat assignments or display mini lucky horseshoes with table information tied on.

Serve a Southern-inspired signature cocktail. Traditionally, attendees at the Kentucky Derby sip on mint juleps (a mix of bourbon, mint, and simple syrup) in a pewter cup. If you're not into a sweet signature drink, give guests a taste of Kentucky with a bourbon bar. Serve up different bourbon brands with ginger, simple syrups, flavored water, and soda as mixers.

Don your best hat. Derby style is all about wearing a proper topper! Invite guests to wear their favorite hat or fascinator to your reception for a fun vibe. 

Incorporate vintage Derby details. Search flea markets or eBay for vintage horse racing tickets and betting cards and antique trophies to make a part of your wedding decor.

Earn your racing stripes in the photo booth. Provide Derby-themed props and let guests strike a pose. We recommend having jockey helmets, horse ribbons, trophies, and red roses available for photos.

Take a victory lap. Celebrate the end of your wedding in true Derby style by decorating your getaway car with a lush blanket of red roses. You just married your love -- that's a major win, right?

 

                                            Photo LisaMae Cakes & Unknown Via Loverly

0 Elegance On Valentines Day 2014

Often, when we think of Valentine’s Day, we envision red roses and candy hearts. However, for most brides, this isn't quite what they had in mind for their big day.  But don’t worry, you can still have a stylish Valentines Day wedding, without being stuck with a red color scheme.

For a more sophisticated atmosphere, think outside the box and try shades of pink and gold. These elegant hues will add a romantic flare to your big day.  

An Elegant and Romantic Atmosphere

A Table Set with Love

Details of Sophistication

Baked with Love

Pink and Gold from Head to Toe

Accents of Love

A Classy Twist on a Romantic Dinner

Sweet Treats for Valentine’s Day

0 Inspiration Board #9: Candy Pop

Candy stripes have been popping up all over the place recently, not just as cakes and other sweet treats, but also on stationery and decor! Candy reminds me of a children’s party - fun! Of course, being a girly-girl, sweet things should always be pink! Balanced out with lots of white and a pop of red, you can create a fun and playful wedding color palette, that has a bright and modern feel.

0 Color of 2014: Radiant Orchid

Still thinking about the perfect color for your big day? Well look no further. Here are some great ways to tie in Pantone’s color of the year, Radiant Orchid, into your upcoming nuptials.

Orchid sweeheart table by Dreams and Designs, photography by Nadia D

Rehearsal dinner, Blythe dress in Berry by Kirribilla

Consider these drop earrings by Yael Designs as your “something new”

Bring in these Ombre Orchid Paper Lanterns by Weddingstar to add a pop of color to your reception lounge space.

Lush bouquet from Nancy Liu Chin. Photography by Janae Shields

Dress your maids in orchid After Six bridesmaid dresses from Weddington Way

Guest book certificate by Weddingstar

Add some orchid butterflies to your cake with set by Weddingstar

Aqueous table number by Weddingstar

Favors: Orchid Pinwheel Hand Fans by Weddingstar