You may think that the vendors you have chosen are each seperate components for your special day...well think again! The vendors may or may not know each other or have worked with one another before. It might not seem like it matters, but it is important (and helpful) for them to at least have SOME idea of what everyone else has planned for your day when they start planning for it too!
So to make things easier on everyone...fill out this Style Worksheet and make a bunch of copies for all your vendors! They will thank you!
Style Worksheet PDF
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
Monday, September 27, 2010
5 Ways to Personalize Your Wedding
Good morning, morning glories! Check out the following 5 ways that you can make your big day YOUR OWN in a BIG way!
1.Invitations
This is quite possibly the first time most people will hear of your event! It is your first chance to announce not only the date, but the colors and theme. Include things you wish you had gotten with some of the invitations you have received in your lifetime. Maybe some extra phone number, map, your favorite bars/restaurants for your out of town guests. Maybe a little hand drawn rendering of you and your love?
2. Vows
Writing your own vows can be stressful...if you make it stressful! This is the person you love...tell them! If you are getting married by a church...sometimes they do not allow couples to use their own vows...but that does not mean you can't include them in the programs instead!
3. Transportation
Think outside the box when it comes to your final farewell! Ride a vespa away from the scene, a classic car...a bike! Make it special and meaningful and fun for the two of you and your guests with get a kick out of it too!
4. First Dance
Whether you want to bring them to tears at your song choice or bring them to tears over your dance moves is up to you! We think it is really important to chose a song meaningful to both of you. REALLY THINK ABOUT IT! If you want to get really snazzy, follow up your sentimental tune by a show stopping dance preformance...rehearsed, choreographed and all!
5. Menu
Serve local flavors or a traditional family dish! Something that is really popular is a late night snack right before the party is over...and no one likes a late night snack like we do!
1.Invitations
This is quite possibly the first time most people will hear of your event! It is your first chance to announce not only the date, but the colors and theme. Include things you wish you had gotten with some of the invitations you have received in your lifetime. Maybe some extra phone number, map, your favorite bars/restaurants for your out of town guests. Maybe a little hand drawn rendering of you and your love?
2. Vows
Writing your own vows can be stressful...if you make it stressful! This is the person you love...tell them! If you are getting married by a church...sometimes they do not allow couples to use their own vows...but that does not mean you can't include them in the programs instead!
3. Transportation
Think outside the box when it comes to your final farewell! Ride a vespa away from the scene, a classic car...a bike! Make it special and meaningful and fun for the two of you and your guests with get a kick out of it too!
4. First Dance
Whether you want to bring them to tears at your song choice or bring them to tears over your dance moves is up to you! We think it is really important to chose a song meaningful to both of you. REALLY THINK ABOUT IT! If you want to get really snazzy, follow up your sentimental tune by a show stopping dance preformance...rehearsed, choreographed and all!
5. Menu
Serve local flavors or a traditional family dish! Something that is really popular is a late night snack right before the party is over...and no one likes a late night snack like we do!
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
My Louboutin's
We have noticed that a few brides choose to sport Christian Louboutin's beautiful heels with the signature red sole on their big day. We love his shoes and can understand the worldwide fashion obsession (despite the price) but just in case you were unaware of who he is and why everyone loves him...here is where you get all the answers!
Christian Louboutin is a French shoe designer who launched his line of shoes in 1991. His shoes' shiny red sole has become his trademark. Aside from the red sole, his shoes usually feauture bows, jewels and other extravagant extras. The brand was declared "The Most Prestigious Womens Shoes" in 2007, 2008 and 2009. Christian Louboutin has 3 boutiques in Paris, 2 in New York, 2 in California as well as Vegas, Miami and Dallas. He also has boutiques in Asia, Australia and 2 in London.
If shoes are on your list of "splurge" items for your big day...these are it. Check out brides below that took the jump and wore these red soled pumps!
Christian Louboutin is a French shoe designer who launched his line of shoes in 1991. His shoes' shiny red sole has become his trademark. Aside from the red sole, his shoes usually feauture bows, jewels and other extravagant extras. The brand was declared "The Most Prestigious Womens Shoes" in 2007, 2008 and 2009. Christian Louboutin has 3 boutiques in Paris, 2 in New York, 2 in California as well as Vegas, Miami and Dallas. He also has boutiques in Asia, Australia and 2 in London.
If shoes are on your list of "splurge" items for your big day...these are it. Check out brides below that took the jump and wore these red soled pumps!
Monday, September 20, 2010
Hair DO!
Hello pretties! We came across a few snazzy hair DOs and thought we would share them with you. There are so many other ways to make yourself, your dress etc look jazzy on your big day that we agree with the masses that less is more when it comes to your tresses! Keeping your hair simple allows you so much more freedom in all other areas of your appearance. Below are some ideas. Do take a look at these DOs before you say "I do!"
The Curly Pony:
We love it because the whole idea of covering your elastic with your hair is something we think is so pretty! Having your hair pulled away from your face allows everyone to see JUST how pretty you are and eliminates you constantly having to push it out of your eyes.
The Polished Pony:
Same as above...so simple but so beautiful. Making your pony tail without a part gives off such a clean look!
The Bump:
Buy a "bump it"...you know you want to! Adding height to your hair is something women used to do a long time ago and like anything that "used to" be done back in the day it has come back bigger and better than ever! Just picture adding a tiara, headpiece or beautiful veil on top of this do! STUNNING!
Workable Waves:
If you insist on having your hair down while you walk down the isle like many brides do, it may be beneficial to atleast have some of it pushed back. This look combines the sassy waves with the part-less polished look from the polished pony tail. It is kind of bohemian and we DIG it!
Braided Band:
Whether it is your wedding day or your day off...braids are so in right now! This is a great way to combine the current trend with the classic curly haired bride! LOVE IT!
The Curly Pony:We love it because the whole idea of covering your elastic with your hair is something we think is so pretty! Having your hair pulled away from your face allows everyone to see JUST how pretty you are and eliminates you constantly having to push it out of your eyes.
The Polished Pony:Same as above...so simple but so beautiful. Making your pony tail without a part gives off such a clean look!
The Bump:Buy a "bump it"...you know you want to! Adding height to your hair is something women used to do a long time ago and like anything that "used to" be done back in the day it has come back bigger and better than ever! Just picture adding a tiara, headpiece or beautiful veil on top of this do! STUNNING!
Workable Waves:If you insist on having your hair down while you walk down the isle like many brides do, it may be beneficial to atleast have some of it pushed back. This look combines the sassy waves with the part-less polished look from the polished pony tail. It is kind of bohemian and we DIG it!
Braided Band:Whether it is your wedding day or your day off...braids are so in right now! This is a great way to combine the current trend with the classic curly haired bride! LOVE IT!
Friday, September 17, 2010
Pattern please!
Ever thought about using a patterned table cloth on your wedding reception tables? Well, you will now! Check out some pics below that should get your creative juices flowin!
The BEAUTIFUL Summerlin House!
HOW have we never seen tables set like this (above) before? WE ADORE IT!
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Extra! Extra! RED all about it!
Want a RED wedding but don't really care to incorporate a Holiday or winter theme? Well, we are here to tell you that you don't have to! The following are some RED color combos that you may never have thought of....but now you'll be seeing RED for sure!
RED & orange
Even though the two colors are very close, they compliment each other so well. These colors allow for both summer and fall weddings!
RED & green
Pairing these two colors together doesn't always have to equal Christmas! The lighter "granny smith" green looks great with RED and contrary to what you would normally think, has a really summery feel to it!
RED & navy or blue
RED happens to go well with all varieties of blue. It just screams summer fun!
RED & teal or Tiffany blue
You wouldn't normally pair a bold color such as RED with such a smooth, light color as Tiffany blue. Conversely, dominating teal is surprisingly really complimented by RED. So whether it is a bold color or a light color that you fancy...don't be afraid to try something not usually done!
RED & purple
Just as RED and orange are close, so are RED & purple....but the consensus is the same...it's a match made in heaven! These colors work really well in the cooler months...the opposite of the RED and orange pallette.
RED & orange
Even though the two colors are very close, they compliment each other so well. These colors allow for both summer and fall weddings!
RED & green
Pairing these two colors together doesn't always have to equal Christmas! The lighter "granny smith" green looks great with RED and contrary to what you would normally think, has a really summery feel to it!
RED & navy or blue
RED happens to go well with all varieties of blue. It just screams summer fun!
RED & teal or Tiffany blue
You wouldn't normally pair a bold color such as RED with such a smooth, light color as Tiffany blue. Conversely, dominating teal is surprisingly really complimented by RED. So whether it is a bold color or a light color that you fancy...don't be afraid to try something not usually done!
RED & purple
Just as RED and orange are close, so are RED & purple....but the consensus is the same...it's a match made in heaven! These colors work really well in the cooler months...the opposite of the RED and orange pallette.
Monday, September 13, 2010
That's RED-iculous!
Once upon a time it was daring of a bride to wear silver, ivory or even a colored sash as opposed to all white wedding attire. We do, however, live in a COLOR world! If love were a color it would not be black or white, or even silver or ivory. Love is RED! It's hot, passionate, daring, vibrant and dignified. Make a statement as loud as your love and wear RED on your wedding day!
It used to be that a bride who chose to wear RED on her wedding day (GASP!) would have to settle for a cocktail gown, a quinceniera or prom dress in place of a gown made for a bride. Lucky for the gorgeous girls now choosing to wear RED, dress shops all over the place are equipt with gowns that were made for you to be married in!
Like a white wedding dress, a RED dress can be a variety of lengths, cuts and styles. We really enjoy the classic-eque big poofy dress done up in red!
It used to be that a bride who chose to wear RED on her wedding day (GASP!) would have to settle for a cocktail gown, a quinceniera or prom dress in place of a gown made for a bride. Lucky for the gorgeous girls now choosing to wear RED, dress shops all over the place are equipt with gowns that were made for you to be married in!
Like a white wedding dress, a RED dress can be a variety of lengths, cuts and styles. We really enjoy the classic-eque big poofy dress done up in red!
We are seeing RED lately...so be sure to check back for future RED blogs to feature all the things you need to get RED-y for your RED wedding!
Friday, September 10, 2010
Veils UNveiled!
Do you want a veil or a fancy headpiece? How long and of what material will your veil be? Are you clueless about all of it? Well have no fear, we are about to unveil the ins and outs of choosing your perfect veil!
Historically, veils were worn to protect the bride from evil spirits. However, nowadays it is simply another stunning aspect of the bride on her special day, second only to the dress itself.
Here are some key factors you should consider when choosing your veil:
Shoulder Length (blusher) - (20 inches) great for dresses with bust, waist or lower back detailing. They can sometimes be too informal for classical dresses.
Waist Length - (30 inches) this type of veil suits mosts dresses that don't feature a train.
Fingertip Length - (36 inches) reaches your fingertips when you stretch your arm out (hence the name). This is the most popular type of veil by far and suits the majority of dress styles.
Chapel - (90 inches) this veils reaches if not drapes slighly on the floor and is best with a dress that features a train.
Cathedral - (120 inches) the longest and therefore most formal veil, some extend 9 feet along the ground! It obviously works best with full length classic gowns.
Round - if you have a round face your goal when choosing a veil should be to make your face look longer and slimmer. So you should aim to avoid veils with volume on the side and look for ones that are at least shoulder length with volume towards the top!
Square - with a square shaped face you should choose a veil that softens your face and also adds length. The same type of veil as mentioned for round face shape will work here as well. Circular and cascading styles can help soften yoru jaw line.
Oval - this face shape allows you to experiment with all veil styles but it is a good idea to avoid extremes in length or width.
Rectangle - this face shape should look for veils with volume on the side and not on the top (the opposite of round face shape).
We hope you are now better informed for your veil shopping!
Historically, veils were worn to protect the bride from evil spirits. However, nowadays it is simply another stunning aspect of the bride on her special day, second only to the dress itself.
Here are some key factors you should consider when choosing your veil:
THE DRESS
You want to select a veil that compliments your dress. To do this, you must determine what the focal point or best part of your dress is. Is it the back? Special detailing on the bust line or through the middle? You should choose a veil that falls just before the detailing you would like to focus on or that covers it and has a fabric that you may see the detailing through. A simple dress allows for a more elaborate veil and in the same respect, an elaborate dress yields a more conservative veil.THE VEIL LENGTH
Very Short - sometimes called "visor veils" and do not extend past the chin. Cage veils and other very short veils are trendy and popular at the moment. These veils pair well with either extreme of wedding gown: simple or eclectic.
Shoulder Length (blusher) - (20 inches) great for dresses with bust, waist or lower back detailing. They can sometimes be too informal for classical dresses.
Waist Length - (30 inches) this type of veil suits mosts dresses that don't feature a train.
Fingertip Length - (36 inches) reaches your fingertips when you stretch your arm out (hence the name). This is the most popular type of veil by far and suits the majority of dress styles.
Chapel - (90 inches) this veils reaches if not drapes slighly on the floor and is best with a dress that features a train.
Cathedral - (120 inches) the longest and therefore most formal veil, some extend 9 feet along the ground! It obviously works best with full length classic gowns.
TIERS
Veils can have up to 3 tiers and whether your choose to have 1, 2 or 3 is largely dependant on your dress type and how traditional you are. A 1 tiered veil is usually good for a sophisticated look but a romantic or classic dress could usually pull off 2 or 3 tiers. Keep in mind that with multiple veils, you will most likely not be able to see your hairstyle so it is often best to have it simply styled. The veil used to cover the brides face during the start of the ceremony is usually a blusher (shoulder length). Today's bride often chooses not to have a veil covering her face, but it can be really romantic to have the groom remove it before the first kiss :) Just make sure it is long enough so that when it is flipped over to reveal that bridal beauty that it doesn't look awkward from behind.FACE SHAPE
The veil frames your face, so just like when you cut your hair, the shape of your face should be kept in mind.Round - if you have a round face your goal when choosing a veil should be to make your face look longer and slimmer. So you should aim to avoid veils with volume on the side and look for ones that are at least shoulder length with volume towards the top!
Square - with a square shaped face you should choose a veil that softens your face and also adds length. The same type of veil as mentioned for round face shape will work here as well. Circular and cascading styles can help soften yoru jaw line.
Oval - this face shape allows you to experiment with all veil styles but it is a good idea to avoid extremes in length or width.
Rectangle - this face shape should look for veils with volume on the side and not on the top (the opposite of round face shape).
We hope you are now better informed for your veil shopping!
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
Brides of a Feather
When you think feathers do you automatically think Vegas showgirls? Crazy hats? Well think again because right now feathers are the perfect ingredient for a unique and stylish wedding!
One of the prettiest and easiest ways to incorporate feathers into your big day is in your hair. Hairpieces with feathers do not have to be all out like in Sex and The City, they can be simple and elegant too. Whether your hair is all up or half up you can easily add a feathered hairpiece to accentuate your look while still keeping it subtle.
The next most obvious way to incorporate feathers is in your centerpieces. Peacock feathers have such pretty colors and can really add a new dimension to even the most plain centerpiece. A big trend also seems to be GIANT all feather centerpieces. We love both ideas!
Feathers can also add to a bouquet the same way they add to a centerpiece! Who said your bouquet had to be all flowers? Add some feathers for a new depth! Who knows, maybe your bouquet will go a little further when you throw it if it has feathers on it ;)
Lastly, feathers can really add a fun touch to your invitations. They are so soft and frankly unexpected on a wedding invitations! So tickle your guests by adding one to yours!
One of the prettiest and easiest ways to incorporate feathers into your big day is in your hair. Hairpieces with feathers do not have to be all out like in Sex and The City, they can be simple and elegant too. Whether your hair is all up or half up you can easily add a feathered hairpiece to accentuate your look while still keeping it subtle.
The next most obvious way to incorporate feathers is in your centerpieces. Peacock feathers have such pretty colors and can really add a new dimension to even the most plain centerpiece. A big trend also seems to be GIANT all feather centerpieces. We love both ideas!
Feathers can also add to a bouquet the same way they add to a centerpiece! Who said your bouquet had to be all flowers? Add some feathers for a new depth! Who knows, maybe your bouquet will go a little further when you throw it if it has feathers on it ;)
Lastly, feathers can really add a fun touch to your invitations. They are so soft and frankly unexpected on a wedding invitations! So tickle your guests by adding one to yours!
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