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Steal Worthy Idea
Can't think of something to do for your cake table? Why not cover it in a blanket of flowers? It is modern here, but can also be done very romantic and vintage. Plus, it really helps the cake stand out and shine! Love this idea!
Real Wedding: Katie and Luke
You know when you get a wedding from The Schultzes, its going to be good! And boy, this one does not disappoint. It doesn't get much better than a sweet winter wedding filled with romantic purples and dreamy snowscapes. Even with unexpected snow storm that had this couple searching for a new officiant the day before, Katie and Luke had a gorgeous day with wonderful memories.
Here are some details from the lovely Katie:
Our wedding was January 30th at the Fearrington House in Pittsboro, North Carolina. We were married in their garden terrace, a beautiful enclosed space with a large stone fireplace, and had our reception in the on-site barn. When we chose January 30th as our wedding day, snow was honestly not a serious consideration in our minds. We live in North Carolina, and significant snowstorms are a rare event. As our luck would have it, the snow began failing heavily during our rehearsal dinner the night before. By morning, we had a lovely, deep blanket.
When we were planning our wedding, we knew location and photography were two of our top priorities. We couldn’t have been happier with the Fearrington House. Their event planning staff took care of a lot of the logistics, and gave us real peace of mind throughout the process. Needless to say, The Schultzes were wonderful photographers. Like all of our vendors, they took the weather in stride and made sure we had incredible memories of our day.
I stayed by myself at my house the night before our wedding, so I began the day digging my car out from under the snow. That is a memory I won’t soon forget! Because North Carolina does not often get that kind of weather, some of our out-of-town guests were not able to attend. While we missed their presence, the smaller-than anticipated guest list created an intimate atmosphere that actually turned into an amazing day. We really focused on the essential elements of the day: we were there, we had someone to marry us (we had to find a new officiant the day before because ours got stuck in Tennessee on the front end of the snowstorm), and we were surrounded by loved ones.
This last shot is so stunning!
Photography | The Schultzes
Venue | Fearrington Village
Band | The Brothership
Make-Up | Make-Up Art by Jenny
Here are some details from the lovely Katie:
Our wedding was January 30th at the Fearrington House in Pittsboro, North Carolina. We were married in their garden terrace, a beautiful enclosed space with a large stone fireplace, and had our reception in the on-site barn. When we chose January 30th as our wedding day, snow was honestly not a serious consideration in our minds. We live in North Carolina, and significant snowstorms are a rare event. As our luck would have it, the snow began failing heavily during our rehearsal dinner the night before. By morning, we had a lovely, deep blanket.
When we were planning our wedding, we knew location and photography were two of our top priorities. We couldn’t have been happier with the Fearrington House. Their event planning staff took care of a lot of the logistics, and gave us real peace of mind throughout the process. Needless to say, The Schultzes were wonderful photographers. Like all of our vendors, they took the weather in stride and made sure we had incredible memories of our day.
I stayed by myself at my house the night before our wedding, so I began the day digging my car out from under the snow. That is a memory I won’t soon forget! Because North Carolina does not often get that kind of weather, some of our out-of-town guests were not able to attend. While we missed their presence, the smaller-than anticipated guest list created an intimate atmosphere that actually turned into an amazing day. We really focused on the essential elements of the day: we were there, we had someone to marry us (we had to find a new officiant the day before because ours got stuck in Tennessee on the front end of the snowstorm), and we were surrounded by loved ones.
This last shot is so stunning!
Photography | The Schultzes
Venue | Fearrington Village
Band | The Brothership
Make-Up | Make-Up Art by Jenny
Thanks so much for sharing your sweet day with us Katie and Luke!
And many thanks to The Schultzes for sending this beauty our way!
Trend We Love
Nothing takes a wedding from drab to fab like gold. A little bit of gold leafing can go a long way. Consider using it on something ordinary to up the chic level. Using fruits in wedding decor, like pears, pomegranates and pumpkins, has become pretty popular. Make yours unique and unexpected by using gold leaf. A simple buttercream cake gets a glam makeover with some edible gold paint. And you can easily DIY gold mercury glass by adding in a little gold leaf. It is a simple and chic update that will add loads of style without loads of effort.
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Inspiration Board: Sweet Valentine
Valentine's Day is just around the corner, so I thought I'd create some Sweet Valentine inspiration for you. You can do a Valentine's wedding, without it being overly Valentine-ish. I love this more subtle and charming take on the day of love. Some simple red flowers and delicious treats will do the trick. I am in love with this darling ruffle cake! Add in these heart shaped cookies and silhouette sugar cubes, and everyone is in for a sweet treat. This polka dot bow tie is a must for any Valentine's groom. For the gown, abandon the wedding dress white for this blush tone stunner. This beauty is so fabulous, I don't think anyone would blame you!
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Inspiration Board: Romantic Neutrals
There is something so beautiful about neutrals. They are clean, crisp, and chic. I love using neutrals in a soft romantic way. Fresh blooms and fruit in antique silver set the mood for elegance. Bring in some vintage wood pieces to add some rustic whimsy. Go for classic with a monogram invite. A gown like this Vera is just too dreamy! Pair it with some lace earrings to complete the look. All together, it creates an event full of sweet romance!
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Real Wedding: Cari and Marty
There are so many reasons I love today's wedding. First off, it's shot by one of my fave photographers, Ken Kienow, who is amazing. Second, I am dying over the bride's stunning Carolina Herrera gown! Third, her brooch bouquet is probably one of the most gorgeous I've ever seen. And lastly, because of this beautiful moment of when Cari sees her brother, who just got back from Iraq, for the first time. It is so sweet, and truly what great weddings are made of!
From the bride Cari:
We live in Chicago and decided, on a bit of a whim, to get married in California. My dad and I had biked down the coast the year before and I fell in love with the central coast. My husband thankfully let me talk him into it all! And our parents were so gracious to generously help us achieve the idea.
Planning was easier than I ever thought it would be. We planned a weekend trip out to the SLO area about six months before the wedding and I set up one appointment for each prospective vendor. I figured with all the research that I had made great picks. And I was right! Everyone we met with, we hired. The most important things to us while planning was that we felt a sense of trust with our vendors since we were planning from a distance.
We also felt it was important that we have a Catholic ceremony (which my husband's uncle, a deacon, performed); hence we chose the incredible Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa. I also really wanted to showcase our surroundings since most of our guests had not been to that area before. So we chose to have the rehearsal dinner at Edna Valley Vineyards and then conclude the celebration with a tented reception at Dolphin Bay, on a seaside cliff, as the sun set. It was truly magical for everyone there.
My favorite parts of the day: Seeing my brother in his dress Army uniform for the first time. Hearing my husband say when I reached him at the end of the aisle to marry him, "Well... that was worth every penny." And an impromptu stop at the Tolosa winery on our way to the reception with just our wedding party and us! We really just laughed so much through it all. THAT was the overall best memory of the day.
From the bride Cari:
We live in Chicago and decided, on a bit of a whim, to get married in California. My dad and I had biked down the coast the year before and I fell in love with the central coast. My husband thankfully let me talk him into it all! And our parents were so gracious to generously help us achieve the idea.
Planning was easier than I ever thought it would be. We planned a weekend trip out to the SLO area about six months before the wedding and I set up one appointment for each prospective vendor. I figured with all the research that I had made great picks. And I was right! Everyone we met with, we hired. The most important things to us while planning was that we felt a sense of trust with our vendors since we were planning from a distance.
We also felt it was important that we have a Catholic ceremony (which my husband's uncle, a deacon, performed); hence we chose the incredible Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa. I also really wanted to showcase our surroundings since most of our guests had not been to that area before. So we chose to have the rehearsal dinner at Edna Valley Vineyards and then conclude the celebration with a tented reception at Dolphin Bay, on a seaside cliff, as the sun set. It was truly magical for everyone there.
My favorite parts of the day: Seeing my brother in his dress Army uniform for the first time. Hearing my husband say when I reached him at the end of the aisle to marry him, "Well... that was worth every penny." And an impromptu stop at the Tolosa winery on our way to the reception with just our wedding party and us! We really just laughed so much through it all. THAT was the overall best memory of the day.
Photographer | Ken Kienow
Ceremony | Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
Reception | Dolphin Bay
Dress | Carolina Herrera at Ultimate Bride
Bride's Brooch Bouquet | Noaki Jewelry
Florist | Jenny McNiece Flowers
Cake | Cakes by Judy
Hair | Gina Payne
Make Up | Melissa at The Bladerunner
Paper Goods | Randy Payne Designs
DJ | Joe LaBarbera
Lighting | Chris Bailey
Transportation | Elegant Image Limousines
Thanks so much to Ken for sharing these beautiful images!
And congrats to Cari and Marty for a gorgeous wedding!
Etsy Find of the Week: Wendy Jung Ceramics
Candles are definitely the easiest and cheapest way to add a little romance to the wedding. I am utterly smitten by these adorable tea light holders by Wendy Jung! I can only imagine how gorgeous these would glow in the evening, spread around a reception space. The little holes create rays of light that illuminate the whole area. A definite must if you are looking to add a bit of warmth and romantic glow to any room, whether wedding or home!
Inspiration Board: Spring Pinks
Even though its still winter, I'm ready for fresh and bright Spring! I'm loving this chic combination of pink, burgundy, and green. I got my inspiration from this stunning bouquet. It feels rustic and handpicked, yet so perfectly placed and elegant. For the centerpieces, go with the same natural feel with fresh flowers and artichokes in wooden boxes. Keep the food crisp and light, using seasonal ingredients and local flavors. For the gown, I love this sleek and simple silhouette with just a hint of blush pink. And this love ring is just too sweet not to wear! End the celebration with some bright and fun confetti for a stylish Spring affair.
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Inspiration Board: Romance in Peach
While a lot of winter weddings are white and bright, I really love this soft and romantic take for winter. Some sweet peaches and creams paired with gold make the perfect whimsical winter combo. For centerpieces go with small and lush arrangements and ruffle lined table numbers. Add some literary charm with some book escort cards. Accents of velvet and gold give richness and depth to the whole feel. For the bridal look take on a lovely ruffled number like this Christos. Pair that with some bling glitter gold heels and a fun statement necklace and you are well on your way to winter whimsy perfection.
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Etsy Find of the Week: Leanne Marshall
If you love Project Runway as much as I do, then you might remember season 5 winner, Leanne Marshall. Leanne was one of my faves from day one, so you can imagine my glee when I found out she has an Etsy shop! That's right, you can get a delightfully feminine and unique Leanne original all from the comfort of your Etsy search tab! I am seriously swooning over these stunning designs. They are perfect for the bride searching for something lovely, modern, and romantic!
Be sure to check out Leanne's blog for her latest projects and musings!
Be sure to check out Leanne's blog for her latest projects and musings!
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