Popular Low Centerpiece Option (Day #3)

When needing to save on cocktail hour and reception centerpieces, consider having some variation with high and low options.  Still one of the most popular and pretty low centerpiece options are submerged flowers in cylinder (or square) vases surrounded by votive candles.  In speaking with your floral designer, ask for flower options because not all flowers will work with this design and have at least two vases per table to avoid the centerpiece looking sparse when used on 60" or 72" round tables.

And to add a little more depth to the submerged centerpiece, sprinkle some rose petals around the base of the vases or use a fabric table runner to enhance the design.

Until tomorrow...WEDologize!

(photo credit - 2. www.burrowsphotography.com; 1. and 3. www.vsphoto.com)

I Found It...You Pin It, Friday!

Gorgeousness doesn't only have to be represented in bouquets and table centerpieces!  Check out this WOW Factor arrangement for the reception bar.  JAW-DROPPING in a sleek black vase with delicate white flowers.  Don't you agree?

Until next time...PIN IT and WEDologize!

Photo credit - Colin Cowie Weddings

...I Found It, You Pin It...Friday!

Not only am I in love with the soft white look of this GORGEOUS reception and the daintiness of the chair coverings and centerpieces.  But what really does it for is that POP of TIFFANY BLUE on each guest's chair in the form of a gift! So thoughtful and who doesn't love that "blue" box?!?!?

Until next time...PIN IT and WEDologize!

(photo credit: www.WedLuxe.com | A Brit & A Blonde)

Table Setting Ideas for Weddng Day

The table setting is just as important as the fabulous centerpiece you place on the reception guest tables.  These photographs share some fabulous looks using menu cards napkins, chargers, flatware, stemware, china.  Which design will you tweek for your wedding day?

Until next time...WEDologize!

(Photo credits - hot pink design; black design; purple design; teal and purple design; Beach design; pink and gold design; brown and cream design; white design)

...I Found It, You Pin It...Friday!

I'm in awe of this tablescape!  Not for the magnificent centerpieces focusing on those gorgeous pink tulips. Not even for the pretty glass charges housing the menu cards trimmed in teal.  And not even for the gorgeous, eclectic color palette. But what makes this design a MUST for the PIN IT PIC gallery are those awesome eggplant-padded chiavari chairs! WOW FACTOR!!!

Until next time...PIN IT and WEDologize!

(photo credit - Style Unveiled | Benfield Photography)

...I Found It, You Pin It...Friday!

WOW!  I can't believe that I'm making the 1st PIN of 2013!  Well I had to find a photo that spoke PERFECTION when you saw it.  Tell me, how did I do?  The LUSH hydrangea are so gorgeous and refreshing in the beautiful mercury-fluted vases.  AMAZING!!!

Until next time...PIN IT and WEDologize!

(photo credit - Keith J Laverty)

...I Found It, You Pin It...Friday!

I'm in LOVE with these lush linen for a sweetheart table!  The swirl pattern of ribbons creates the amazing look of roses.  And the gorgeous orchid and rose centerpiece hugging the perimeter of the table is simply STUNNING!!!  WOW FACTOR to the fullest!

Until next time...PIN IT and WEDologize!

(photo credit - ArtQuest Flowers and Gifts)

Always Fabulous With Glitter!

Today's blog showcases a little bit of wedding inspiration when it comes to using GLITTER!  Yep, I always find things are a bit more fabulous when you add - dash - dust - overload on glitter! Enjoy!

...And when the wedding stress gets to you, pour a little glitter into your hand, make a wish, throw it in the air...and walk away :)

Until next time...WEDologize!

(photo credits - envelope liners; shoes; nails; table signage; centerpiece)

...I Found It, You Pin It...Friday!

This Pin it Pic has the WHOLE package! Unique and fabulous centerpiece creating a lampshade of roses positioned on a mirrored raiser trimmed in BLING! OMG! And the mirrored table top with LUXE chargers showcasing the image of the crystals hanging from the centerpiece. A!MAZ!ING!!!

Until next time...PIN IT and WEDologize!

(photo credit - Ceremony Blog)

...I Found It, You Pin It...Friday!

As I'm heading out to coordinate what I know will be a beautiful ceremony, I stumbled upon these gorgeous wedding ceremony altar arrangements!  In all their floral glory...they are lush and simply beautiful!  Who wouldn't want to walk down this aisle?!?! Enjoy!

Until next time...PIN IT and WEDologize!

(photo credit: Wed Luxe and Bebb Studios)

...I Found It, You Pin It...Friday!

Today is Friday The 13th and you know what...that means absolutely nothing to me :)  But when I see this tablescape of lush, vibrant red roses...beautiful orchids...black vases...and ghost chairs...I'm in complete AWE!  WOW FACTOR to the 100th degree!!!  I know that would be one great conversation if I were sitting in front of these lavish centerpieces! Enjoy!!!

Until next time...PIN IT and WEDologize!

(Photo credit - www.exquisevents.com)

Yellow and Purple Inspiration

So I'm trying something new Blogger family...I'm going to create more inspiration boards to share with my readers.  Today's board comes by way of blending yellow and shades of purple together in what I consider a fun "almost" summertime color scheme.  What do you think?

Until next time...WEDologize!

(photo credits: macarons - www.onevanillabean.com; centerpiece - www.elizabethannedesigns.com; invitation - www.weddingwire.com; bouquet - www.bouquetweddingflower.com; bridesmaids - www.oncewed.com; furniture - www.indulgy.com)

Flower Basics 101

When ordering your wedding ceremony and reception flowers, there are a few things you should know to make the process flow more smoothly...and also save you a few dollars.  Consider a few of the points below:

• Chose flowers that are in season to save on costs.  Tulips are a fortune in the summer and fall.
• Order a toss bouquet.  Your actual wedding bouquet, as expensive as it is, should not be tossed into a crowd of single woman to tear apart.
• Use the bridesmaids bouquets as decor for the head table.  I mean, what are they really going to do with them after the ceremony?
• Always order the groom and extra boutonniere.  Once the ceremony is over and the groom has hugged plenty of guests, it's a good look for him to enter into the reception with a fresh flower verses a smashed flower.
• Add fresh florals to your wedding cake over sugar flowers.  Trust me, they'll still add that WOW factor and savings to your pocket.
• Vary the height of your guest table centerpieces.  Have lows and highs or clustered centerpieces, but make sure the highs don't impede guest conversation.
• Ask your venue if they provide anything that will enhance your table decor, such as mirrors or votive candles. You might as well use them...you are paying for them.

Until next time...WEDologize!

(photo credits - bouquet: www.onewed.com; cake: www.cakesforwedding.net)

Brooches Are Not Just For Coats

I'm sure by now you have seen the lovely and vintage trend of the brooch bouquet. Gorgeous as they are, also consider the idea of adding brooch details to other elements of your wedding day design. Check out the ideas below:

An all brooch bouquet won't need any type of preservation after the wedding

Add a simple brooch to a bouquet made of flowers for that unexpected detail

Adding brooches to the center of these bows that wrap the cake
adds an element of sophistication

How about this simple centerpiece on your cocktail tables?
Wrapping the vases w/ lace and adding the brooch...WOW!

What a gorgeous addition to these place cards!

Brooch detailing to the guests napkins and table centerpieces reeks glamour!

Until next time...WEDologize!

(photo credits: all brooch - www.poptasticbride.com; flower bouquet - www.eventdecorator.com; cake - www.zoeclarkcakes.com; centerpiece - www.blossomsatlanta.com; place card - www.onewed.com; invite/centerpiece - www.aileentran.com)

BLINGing Out Your Wedding

BLING. The quintessential term made famous by P.Diddy or was it the Cash Money Brothers, either way...it speaks of diamonds and sparkle.  Brides have since formulated the term to mean anything that shines, such as crystals, rhinestones, and diamond-like items intertwined into their wedding day.

In August 2010, I wrote a post on adding BLING to your wedding accessories and my reader count went through the roof!  Well, BLING has certainly evolved even more since that post, so I decided to share some additional ideas with you.  Check out the fabulousness below:

Becoming more and more popular is the BLING wrap around vases

Add brooches to your bridal bouquet and BLING out the handle

BLING out the serving utensils, cake knife and server set or even your toasting glasses

Crystals hanging from a head table centerpiece would add such drama to the table of honor

Instead of ceremony chair decor, place those florals inside a crystal container
and hang from metal stacks down your lovely aisle

How beautiful is this crystal backdrop to divide a space
or create dimension inside your reception space

Don't just display your wedding cake, add a BLING'd out cake stand to the scenario

Crystal chandelier would certainly accentuate your reception space

Add some BLING to your wedding invitations for that additional WOW Factor

Until next time...WEDologize!

(photo credits: www.heavenlybloomsblog.com; www.luxefinds.com; www.bridesdiary.com.au; www.etsy.com; www.wedlux.com; www.bridesmagazine.co.uk; www.the-chandelier.assault.com; www.designsbyhemingway.com; www.asianfusionweddings.com)

...I Found It, You Pin It...Friday!

I'm in LOVE with the modern design of this tablescape!  Probably not for your traditional bride, but if you want your wedding reception to really POP when the guests enter the space...USE COLOR!!!  From the artwork to the chairs and couch to the linens to the centerpiece it speaks...MODERN CHIC!  Excited about the pin for Friday, February 17th!!!

www.weddingstylemagazine.com

Until next time...Pin it and WEDologize!

...I Found It, You Pin It...Friday!

Today's beautiful "I Found It, You Pin It" find is a stunner for sure!  I'm so interested in finding out what the designer used in the vase.  They look like spinning tops, but maybe it's some kind of shell.  Either or...I'm excited about this find for Friday, February 3rd.

Until next time...WEDologize!

(photo credit: http://seaglasslvr.tumblr.com)

You Can Do All That With Paper? (Day#24)

I'm a complete 100% Pinterest junkie!  Get me the room with padded walls because I need to be committed from social media overload.  But regardless of my love for those pin boards, I'm always astonished by the "pins" of paper items and the uniqueness they bring to a wedding day.  Now if you are a tad bit confused by my statement, go along with me on my quest of all things paper...minus the standards of invitations, programs and escort cards.  I honestly had no clue that paper could do all this!  Oh and I'm in love with the photo above of the napkin rings and simple paper centerpiece!

How about a paper bridal bouquet?

Seriously! To decorate the wedding cake!

Swagged tissue paper used as the backdrop for the bar

Tissue paper pomanders down the aisle

Really? Centerpieces from shredded paper!

Until next time...WEDologize!


(photo credits: www.marthastewartweddings.com; www.factorydirectcraft.com; www.socialcouture.typepad.com; www.loveolio.com)