December 2010 - Posts
Posted Thursday, December 30, 2010 8:59 PM
Want to know my favorite new thing in weddings this year (and why have I not blogged this sooner?!).... balsa wood flowers! They'll last forever, they won't wilt in the sun, and still look fresh as a spring day. Congratulations to all the newly engaged
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Posted Wednesday, December 29, 2010 12:09 AM
You may have heard by now about the ssnnnoooowwwwww that's taken over the northeast, yes? Well, if you're a snow bunny at heart, consider taking advantage of the picturesque surroundings for a memorable and unique engagement photography shoot (we're certainly
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Posted Thursday, December 23, 2010 10:11 AM
It’s finally here (and we're so excited!): More than 1,000 gorgeous wedding photos and even more inspirational ideas for your wedding day. Trust us, you don’t want to plan your wedding without it. > Get yours here!
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Posted Wednesday, December 22, 2010 12:25 AM
Want to incorporate a little university pride without going overboard? I love how this couple simply placed key chain bottle openers out by the bar of their alma maters. Also perfect for an engagement, welcome, or rehearsal party. > This photo is #30
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Posted Monday, December 20, 2010 6:08 PM
I love when couples find really creative ways to incorporate their culture into their weddings -- it’s such a great symbol for the new family they’re creating. That’s probably why I can’t get over this super simple wedding cake decoration. (Bonus points
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Posted Friday, December 17, 2010 6:04 PM
Want his groomsmen to really think you’re the coolest bride ever? This bride created crafty DIY boutonnieres that really expressed their personalities! (And if you let him have a super hero, your groom will probably think you’re pretty awesome too.) Photo:
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Posted Thursday, December 16, 2010 7:53 PM
Friggin love this idea - a great way to keep your non-dancers entertained too! > See more of our favorite wedding ideas Photo: Erin Hearts Court ( ErinHeartsCourt.com )
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Posted Wednesday, December 15, 2010 11:48 PM
Want a homey feel to your cocktail hour? Consider bringing in your family quilts (or look around online to cheat the look if you're worried of spillage!) and set them out as table cloths. Make it a station for a guest book or escort cards, and then you'll
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Posted Wednesday, December 15, 2010 1:58 AM
I so love the mix of industrial with nature. And when I saw this cool idea, I contacted Alicia with A Day In May Event Planning & Design to find out the scoop! Here's what she says: "We used metal garden stakes and metal letter punches/dies to create
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Posted Tuesday, December 14, 2010 12:44 AM
I'm a little old school myself and like the idea of saving the first sight for the actual ceremony moment. But this clever little couple came up with the best of both worlds -- a hidden first sight moment, for their photographer's eyes only! > Check
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Posted Friday, December 10, 2010 5:58 PM
It's getting cold in New York -- which means I'm thinking about winter weddings. How perfect would this creative pinecone bouquet be for a snowy ceremony? > Get more gorgeous bouquet ideas! Photo: Kate Osbourne Photography ( KateOsbornePhotography.com
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Posted Wednesday, December 08, 2010 5:47 PM
I’m a big believer in working with what you have -- especially when it comes to wedding details! Case in point: This couple turned what could have been an eyesore into a festive getaway car. Gotta respect the power of a few well placed doilies! > Check
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Posted Tuesday, December 07, 2010 11:55 PM
I'm a fan of switching up wedding traditions, especially when it comes to flipping the gender of rituals (like one day when I'll dare my future fiance to take my last name!). So I adore this new husband for claiming the love of his life with henna on
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Posted Monday, December 06, 2010 12:45 PM
These two - Nikki Roberti and Addison Miller - just won a free $10,000 diamond engagement ring from Simon G. through the Perfect Proposal Contest. Nikki stumbled upon the contest this past October and the two decided to give it a shot. The couple campaigned
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Posted Friday, December 03, 2010 10:32 PM
Vintage photography? NOPE! This couple trusted their wedding photographer to shoot the entire wedding with an iPhone. Yep, he's still a pro and has all the gear and professionalism one would expect out of an established wedding professional. Photographer
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Posted Friday, December 03, 2010 12:07 AM
Mini-pomanders! We've raved about high-and-low centerpieces for quite some time, but I love how these centerpieces together add varying heights of extra low, medium, and high blooms. Paired with different shades of purples and pinks and flower types,
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Posted Thursday, December 02, 2010 2:05 AM
Don't you just LOVE (ha, ha, get it?) this idea? DIY doesn't have to be over-the-top crazy to be well-executed. A visit to your local craft store can inspire your color palette and drive your DIY touches to the next level! > Check out 1000+ more escort
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Posted Wednesday, December 01, 2010 2:18 PM
Have about 50 brooches? You could do this too! Fix a wire around the base of each pin, and slowly build it out to create a stem. Bundle up your stems, and arrange your bouquet. > Get 300+ more creative DIY ideas Genius idea & picture courtesy of
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