Wedding Stripes!

One of my new loves in wedding decor are stripes!  You can find stripes anywhere from stationary and table linens to bridesmaid dresses.  Brides this year are not afraid of mixing patterns and colors to create dimension and interest in to the overall design of the wedding.

Stripes are a perfect addition to most any wedding adding some modern elements to a traditional color palette.  For example, a black and white wedding can seem like a simple color palette but when mixed with stripes it becomes interesting and bold in design.

Stripes are also showing up in bridesmaid dresses.  Thick or thin stripes look great on most body types as long as you choose the right silhouette.

Even guys are joining in on the action and wearing striped bow ties, ties or pocket squares.

I also love using striped fabric in the flowers to wrap the bouquets or boutonnieres.

Wedding cakes are joining in on the stripe trend taking a traditional cake and making it unique with stripes!

What do you think about wedding stripes?  Tell us your thoughts!

Happy Planning!

Picture Sources (in order): www.houstonweddingblog.com, www.london-stripes.com, www.bridefinds.com, www.greenweddingshoes.com, www.smitten-mag.com, www.weddingchicks.com, www.lovelyscribbles.com, www.elizabethannedesigns.com, www.emmalinebride.com, www.brides.com, www.yummyweddingfood.com

Family Heirloom Weddings

All brides are trying to make their wedding special! One of the easiest ways to make your wedding more meaningful is to incorporate family heirlooms.  Isn’t family one of the most important things surrounding a wedding?  You are essentially joining the two families together and by using family items, however small, it can make a huge impact.  Adding family heirlooms can make a simple item, like a table centerpiece, mean so much more.

The inspiration for this blog came from the wedding on June 16th at our very own Glendalough Manor where the bride and groom, Elizabeth and Bradley, had a beautiful vintage inspired wedding that incorporated family heirlooms throughout the reception.  They used the families’ antique silver trays, silver and glass vases and other collectables as the centerpieces for the guest tables.  The incredibly talented florist DGL Designs used these family heirlooms to create amazing centerpieces.   DGL Designs added an assortment of ivory and green flowers including peonies, hydrangea, roses, and lisianthus creating unique centerpieces that were different on every table.

Elizabeth and Bradley also used their parents and grandparents newlywed pictures to surround their gorgeous four tiered wedding cake. What an amazing idea and tribute to the family!  This wedding was a classic vintage affair in every sense of the word!!

There are many ways to create your own vintage wedding like Elizabeth and Bradley.  Start by asking family if they have any items from their wedding or heirlooms you may use.  You may be surprised at how much they have to give you! Plus, they will be honored you want to include them in your special day.

For example, brides are using family brooches or other jewelry such as pearls to adorn their wedding bouquets.

Even a handkerchief or locket can add an extra special touch to your wedding bouquet.

Another way to incorporate family memorabilia is to wear the same jewelry that your mother or grandmother wore on their wedding day.

If you are lucky enough to have a wedding dress that was passed down you can decide to display the dress or even wear it!! Other items you can borrow include garters, shoes, veil, or headpiece.

I hope this has inspired you to use some of your own family heirlooms at your wedding. Stay posted for more amazing pictures from Brandelyn Photography of this vintage inspired wedding!

Happy Planning!

Picture Sources: www.glendaloughmanor.com, www.dgldesigns.com, www.100layercake.com, www.jetfeteblog.com, www.koyalwholesale.com, www.perfectboundblog.com, www.polkadotbride.com

Wedding Trend: Gourmet Jello Shots?

Weddings have changed over the last few years with brides and grooms bringing more personality and creativity to their wedding.  Couples are finding unique ways to ensure their guests have a good time and what better way to do that than to have Jello Shots!!

At first, I was very skeptical about this idea. Jello shots I have seen in the past did not resemble anything I would want for a wedding.  As you can see, these jello shots look nothing like the ones of old.  Say goodbye to the cheap plastic cups and welcome a whole new world of jello shots with lots of presentation!  Jello Shots are using fancy molds to create unique shapes and are served in glass shot glasses, on small serving dishes and even sticks are being used (think cake pop)!

They are not only amazing to look at but a great addition to any bar.  I love the idea of having these passed during your cocktail hour instead of a signature drink.  I think guests would love the creativity of the jello shots and they would also taste great!  Plus they can come in almost any color to match the wedding and can be made to taste just like some of your favorite drinks!

Here is a cosmopolitan Jello Shot…Yum!

A rainbow Jello Shot for all the Rainbow Inspired Weddings!

And a Cucumber Mint Julep Jello Shot!

What do you think about these Gourmet Jello Shots?  Would you serve them at your wedding?

Happy Planning!

Picture Sources and Recipes (in order): www.lowehousecreative.com, www.bellethemagazine.com, www.targetedpubsplus.com, www.bridalparytees.com, www.weddingsbylily.com, www.girlywedding,com, www.thatssomichelle.com