If you've decided to have your wedding ceremony at a church, you'll be faced with two options: decorate minimally to accentuate the ornate design of the sanctuary, or work with your wedding designer to add complementary décor to the space. If you decide the latter, discuss the rules regarding decorations with church administrators first. Next, start thinking about how you can incorporate your design aesthetic into the original styling of the house of worship. Especially if you're unable to add décor inside the church, onsider decorating the outside with garlands of flowers, add wreaths to doors, or display large urns filled with blooms at the entrance. Once inside the sanctuary, greet guests with a floral arch or place lush arrangements on either side of the aisle. A fabric aisle runner is one of the easiest ways to customize the space – you can even create a custom aisle runner featuring a personalized monogram with the help of a company like The Original Runner Company, or add some flower petals down the walkway. Adorn pews with floral bouquets tied with ribbon or line the aisle with flickering candlelight, and embellish the altar with striking florals or even tree-like arrangements. Find additional inspiration in the images from real weddings below, and be ...
More »If you've decided to have your wedding ceremony at a church, you'll be faced with two options: decorate minimally to accentuate the ornate design of the sanctuary, or work with your wedding designer to add complementary décor to the space. If you decide the latter, discuss the rules regarding decorations with church administrators first. Next, start thinking about how you can incorporate your design aesthetic into the original styling of the house of worship. Especially if you're unable to add décor inside the church, onsider decorating the outside with garlands of flowers, add wreaths to doors, or display large urns filled with blooms at the entrance. Once inside the sanctuary, greet guests with a floral arch or place lush arrangements on either side of the aisle. A fabric aisle runner is one of the easiest ways to customize the space – you can even create a custom aisle runner featuring a personalized monogram with the help of a company like The Original Runner Company, or add some flower petals down the walkway. Adorn pews with floral bouquets tied with ribbon or line the aisle with flickering candlelight, and embellish the altar with striking florals or even tree-like arrangements. Find additional inspiration in the images from real weddings below, and be ...
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So you don’t know the difference between lilacs and lilies, or can’t make up your mind between white or pink roses? Don’t fret – that’s why you hired a floral professional. From price points to image-sharing websites, we break down what you need to know when preparing for your first florist meeting and the questions you should ask leading up to your big day in order for your floral designer to produce the right arrangements for you. First Meeting PrepOrganize your image-sharing website albums. Pin as many pictures that will help you depict the overall “feeling” you are trying to convey at the ceremony and reception. Make notes under each photo about the colors, textures, patterns, and elements you like, ... More »
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When choosing a look for flower girl(s), the go-to hue for many brides is white. While the vanilla shade is lovely and beautifully complements a bride's wedding-day attire, there are a variety of other options to consider that can actually enhance the look and feel of your ceremony. Bridesmaids typically wear gowns in a shade also... More »
While most wedding-planning decisions focus on ceremony and reception décor, couples should also consider how they'll show guests to their seats. Typically, names of attendees and table numbers are written on escort cards and placed on a table covered with an elegant linen and topped with a towering flower arrangement; however, there are a ... More »
As you're planning the details of your wedding day, you've likely realized that there is a lot to consider. From the invitations, to keeping track of RSVPs, to the ceremony décor, as well as adorning your reception with beautiful and personalized elements, your checklist is full of to-dos from the moment you start planning. If you... More »
When Sherry Kim and Zach Brake first met, they both new it was something special. "We spent half of our relationship a world apart. I was working in Seoul, Korea and Zach in America," explains Sherry, though the distance only made their relationship grow stronger. On a winter morning in Seoul, Sherry planned to meet a "colleague" at the air... More »
The look and feel of your wedding reception can be drastically altered with one décor element: seating. Though wedding events with traditional event chairs can be absolutely beautiful, a wedding event becomes extraordinary with the addition of gorgeous and unique chairs. Event rental companies, such as Chameleon Chair Collec... More »
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What You Need to Know Before Attending a Bridal Shower
You open your email or your mailbox to discover you’ve been invited to a bridal shower. While these soirées are not everyone’s cup of tea, it is generally a sign of how close you are to the bride; so that at least should give you warm feelings. However, if you’ve never attended a shower before – or perhaps have throw... More »
Stripes are one of those timeless patterns that complement a variety of themes and motifs: nautical, Americana, classic, preppy, modern, and so many more. While stripes are routinely apparent in fashion year after year, they're also notable in event décor. Whether you lean towards the quintessential black-and-white striped look, favor ... More »
Whether you choose to have an outdoor wedding ceremony, an alfresco cocktail hour, a reception dinner under the stars, or an entire event outdoors, there are some things you may not consider when selecting an outdoor wedding venue. How will it impact your guests? What weather elements should you be prepared for? Are you willing and able to ... More »
There are plenty of ways to add color to your wedding reception table by way of florals, linens, centerpiece vessels, and of course china, charger plates, and flatware. However, one clever way to add a burst of vibrancy to tablescapes – that is often unexpected – is with drinkware. While water glasses, wine goblets, and Champagn... More »
While some couples choose to have a child-free wedding, other brides and grooms embrace the kids that will be attending their celebration by thinking of them throughout the wedding-planning process. Keep the ages of children attendees in mind when choosing activities and toys and treats – some may be dangerous for kids under... More »
Cocktail hour is a wonderful time to get creative with your wedding menu. If you've always dreamed of serving your favorite comfort foods at your celebration, but you don't want to offer mac and cheese to guests at a formal sit-down dinner service, dream up ways to convert your beloved foods into bite-sized treats to be tray passed at ... More »
While "wedding season" includes primarily summer months, many brides and grooms are choosing fall wedding dates for their nuptials. The crisp, cool air associated with an autumn wedding sets a romantic tone for any celebration, and the range of seasonal hues is particularly appealing for couples who desire a bold range of colors for th... More »
Just five months after Meghan Markle married Prince Harry's highly anticipated wedding at Windsor Castle, the pair returned along with many members of the royal family to witness the nuptials of Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank. The bride wore a beautiful long-sleeved gown designed by Peter Pilotto and Christopher De Vos, BBC ... More »
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Desert Destination Wedding Tips
For those couples yearning for a destination wedding that's not in a tropical or faraway locale, we love the idea of saying "I do" in the desert. Whether you're eyeing Southwest destinations like Phoenix or Scottsdale, Santa Fe, Las Vegas, or Palm Springs, the climate of the desert is appealing to many brides- and grooms-to-be – ... More »
