Posted Friday, July 25, 2008 1:32 PM
We recently gave our wedding transportation area a facelift, and it gave us a good chance to take a look at all the cool transportation photos from our real weddings. Here are a few that caught my eye: Carly and Justin used twelve golf carts to get their wedding party from the ceremony to the reception; Heather and Michael traveled by horse and carriage; and Ashley and Kent left their reception in a classic 1951 Bentley. One of the most dramatic entrances has to be Kiki and Ben, who arrived at their reception in a helicopter.
Poll: If your reception site allowed it, would you arrive at your wedding by helicopter?
Posted Thursday, July 24, 2008 3:17 PM
Think checkered tablecloths are too "backyard barbecue"? Think again! Check out how Kate and Scott decorated their tables for their wedding outside of Philadelphia. The checkered table cloth gives a sophisticated black-and-white color palette a playful vibe, while the black centerpiece vases -- love them! -- keep up the level of fomality. There's a whole lot of cuteness going on here!
Photo by Amanda Kraft Photography
Get more color palette ideas here.
Posted Tuesday, July 22, 2008 12:44 PM
Tired of the same cookie cutter reception halls? Think
outside the box. With a little inventiveness, you can turn any space into your
dream wedding. This historic distillery makes the perfect backdrop for a rustic fall
wedding. The Knot’s Real Wedding couple, Stacey and Henry used their
imagination to transform a bare, dark distillery into a warm, inviting space.
Birch
branches and hanging votives complemented the limestone walls, vaulted
ceilings, fermenting tanks, and timber trusses of The Fermenting Cellar located
in the heart of Toronto’s
historic Distillery District. By picking a unique location, the couple was able
to scale back on decorations and let beauty of the venue stand out.
Want more suggestions? Check out Wedding Reception Ideas:
10 Inventive Wedding Sites, 15 Ways to Wow Them, and 15 Unique Reception Ideas.
Posted Thursday, July 17, 2008 5:20 PM
Ever tried squeezing your wrist into a bangle that just won't budge? Or
bought a bracelet that's too big hoping it'll stay put? Who hasn't!
Now,
imagine putting your bridesmaids through that pain with what you
thought was a gracious gift. Luckily, with Tejani's new bangle sizers
you can jump on the personalization band wagon and provide your girls
with a gift that's just their size. Simply place your order, select one
of over 50 colors, and watch your fit-failures slip away (and not off
your wrist).
Plus, personalized gifts are a great way to show
your bridesmaids just how much you've appreciated their help and
friendship during the wedding planning process. And, personalization
goes beyond presents. Check out other ways to give your wedding a bit of individual flair.
-- Taylor Engler
Posted Wednesday, July 16, 2008 10:42 AM
Ankle-length, tea-length, cocktail …hemlines are getting
shorter and shorter so give your bridesmaids a gift they can actually put to
good use. Your friends will instantly fall for Whish’s luxurious line of shave
creams complete with a blinged-out body brush -- what more could a girl wish
for?
The non-aerosol (hello, eco-friendly), hypo-allergenic Shave
Crave creams ($24-$32) come in five yummy scents your bridesmaids will adore --
pomegranate, lemongrass, almond, blueberry mint, and papaya coconut. Work the
Shave Crave into a luscious lather with a sparkling Swarovski Crystal Full Body
Brush ($170). Handmade in England
from 100 percent fine badger hair, these brushes exfoliate for an uber-close
shave. Customize an “As You Whish” body brush ($180) from 18 dazzling shades. Match
it to the bridesmaids’ dresses for an extra surprise.
Need more gift ideas? Check out Bridesmaids Gifts: 50
Inspiring Ideas, Shopping Tips & Etiquette, and Real Brides, Real Gifts.
Posted Monday, July 14, 2008 3:18 PM
A hometown fiesta with all of your favorite people is a great choice, but there is a new trend--destination bachelorette parties.
Try a grown-up version of a sleepover with all of your friends traveling to a fun destination (think Vegas, NYC or to the California coast) for some fun and relaxation.
I love the super luxurious Star Suite at the Ivy Hotel in San Diego. You'll be able to run wild in the 1275 square foot corner room with views of downtown. The space is fully equipped with two bedrooms, a fully stocked wet bar and a sitting area -- they've even got bunk beds! You'll also be able to walk right downstairs to dance at the Envy nightclub which offers bottle service and great music.
For more unique bachelorette party ideas check out 14 theme ideas and get ready for easy planning using the planning checklist.
Posted Friday, July 11, 2008 10:30 AM
We hear about a lot of unique wedding sites at The Knot, and this is one of my favorites: Renee and Gary held their reception at an amusement park in Glen Echo, Maryland. The couple used the whimsical setting to inspire their wedding details, from sending invites in Cracker Jack boxes to serving corn dog appetizers before dinner. I really like the bumper car table numbers -- they're especially fitting, since the reception took place in the amusement park's bumper car pavilion. (Check out more creative table name ideas.)
Find out 10 more of the most inventive wedding sites in the world, and share your story: Have you ever been to a wedding at an unexpected place? And how are you using your reception site to inspire your decor?
Posted Thursday, July 10, 2008 10:20 AM
Move over cherry blossoms! There's a hot new wedding flower in town called elderflower. While you may be hard-pressed to find its small white petals in a bridal bouquet, you will definitely see it in cocktails, thanks to St. Germain. This elegant French liqueur is making a big splash on drink menus all across the country, and lends itself perfectly to a wedding because of its romantic nuances. Here's the gist: Once a year in late spring, French farmers hop on their bicycles and pedal up to the foothills of the French Alps to hand-select fresh, wild elderflower blossoms at their peak level of flavor and aroma. After the harvest and maceration process, the result is a lovely pale gold liqueur with light citrus, pear, and passionfruit notes. For a wedding, we love the idea of mixing up St. Germain with a little champagne. Take a look:
St.-Honore 75
1 shot St. Germain
1/4 shot freshly squeezed lemon juice
Champagne
Pour first two ingredients in a chilled fluted glass. Top with Champagne. Garnish with lemon twist. Variation: subsitute grapefruit juice, orange juice, or fresh fruit purees -- think Bellinis! -- for lemon juice.
Looking for more cocktail recipes? Get 13 summer wedding cocktail recipes.