Jo and Jason are getting married in March, and everything is sorted, apart from how to display their wedding menu. I thought of browsing for some ideas and came across the following, some of which I thought was very novel.
As a wedding planner I have seen many sweetie tables, and to me, the key to a beautiful looking one that guests actually enjoy as well, is to have quantity and quality.
When browsing the internet it’s always the cute details or the incredible creativeness at a wedding that catch my eye. Like this photo that I found on The Wedding Chicks. Doesn’t it just scream CUTENESS!
We all know the song from Aerosmith that hit radio stations everywhere in 1997 and had girls turn up the volume to sing along.
When it comes to decorating with apples, you are guaranteed to have a fresh look to your wedding reception decor.
Nowadays you can be as daring as you want with your wedding colours. From non-traditional black, to tiffany blue, cherise pink and even brown, no matter your wedding taste anything goes.
The colour green reminds us of life, the earth and new beginnings. It is fresh, modern as well as classic and pairs very well with other colours. But, for some reason it is not a very popular choice of wedding colour.
Finally it's spring time again, and for wedding service providers this means that the wedding season is in full swing.
I’m really not a huge fan of using props during wedding photography, but i really loved this novel idea of making use of black chalkboards and writing cute things on them.
Vintage has become such a popular wedding theme, and thanks to Ingrid Marais you now have the opportunity to download these cute vintage labels and cd cover for use as part of your wedding decor.
British pop star Robbie Williams married actress Ayda Field at his Beverly Hills home on Saturday evening.
You might be the beautiful bride and your wedding dress might take centre stage on your big day, but what wedding would be complete without a sharply dressed groom?
Modern grooms are sporting everything from tails and suits, to khakis and flip-flops. Are you having an elegant black-tie evening affair? An intimate beach ceremony? Take your style cues from the formality of the event and be sure to choose something that reflects your personality.
Pearls possess a classic, timeless form, and are the seamless accessory on your wedding day. Not only are pearls beautiful and one of a kind, they have also historically symbolized qualities that embody a woman on her wedding day. Since they have been used in fine jewellery for hundreds of years, pearls have come to symbolically represent virtue, purity and beauty.
Cameron Diaz has yet to don a wedding ring, but don't go throwing a pity party for the girl. In fact, the bubbly blonde recently admitted that she thinks marriage and monogamy are for the birds.
In the middle of the colour spectrum, green matches well with both rainbow extremes: rich reds, burgundies, and pinks as well as lilacs, violets, and royal purple hues. Choosing just the right green shade for a wedding is more than just picking a pretty colour.
This amazing pink mood board sent through by Ingrid Marais Photography needs no words! The vibrant colours paired up with the striking white creates an amazing glamorous girly feel.
Not only was Liz and Mark’s wedding amazingly special, but her colour choices were so divine that I just had to create a mood board based on the palette.
The country singer (27) and her hockey player fiancée (30) said their vows at the Ritz Carlton Reynolds Plantation in Greensboro, Georgia on Saturday evening.
How cool is this pink typewriter to use for your guest book instead of the old fashioned writing book!
Displaying your favours in an elegant way will not only add to the beauty of your reception, but will also get the guests excited.
Wrapping your wedding bouquet stems has now become a fashion statement. Set the trend by wrapping them in a unique way to match the style and theme of your wedding.
We all know the infamous judge, Piers Morgan from America’s got talent. He tied the know on 24 June 2010 with Celia Walden.
Many brides are opting for candy buffets as an added extra for their wedding guests. I recently came across this article on the Oh so Beautiful Blog that featured a unique idea that Nicky from Doodle Dog Advertising had for her wedding. Instead of having a candy buffet, they opted for a Dessert bar!
After our previous blog post relating to cupcake wrappers we had so many of you asking whether I know of anyone who can supply these, WELL, good news, Annetjie from Three for Tea contacted me and their company will gladly supply all brides/or bakers out there with their stunning wrappers.
Bought the dress, bought the shoes and the jewellery and the accessories, got married? Wondering where to put all these to keep them safe and free from dust? Look no further! With That Special Moment your problem is solved!
The reason I love my job is not only because of the creativity I can exude, but the creativity and inspiration that I gain from my brides. I recently had a bride who was one of them!
Photo take by Megan Moller (Confetti Weddings)
Teal is a fantastic colour to use in a wedding. Not only does it look absolutely divine with white and silver, but it also adds an amazing freshness to it all.
Every bride wants her wedding stationary to be unique and something different, yet speak of the theme and feel of the wedding. If this is what you are after, then we have found the company that can do it for you!
According to "about.com" the definition or the meaning of the word boutonniere is as follows: "A flower (or a small grouping of flowers) attached to the left lapel of a jacket. Worn by men in the wedding party, including grooms, groomsmen, ushers, and the fathers of the bride and groom."
Black and White will always be trendy, no matter what is in season or in style. Such nice ideas can be incorporated using black and white to make your wedding truly special and unique.
Wow, when researching for this topic I had no idea that I would come across so many alternatives to using a traditional guest book. There are so many lovely ideas that I think any bride to be would struggle to pick one.
Gone is the old way of displaying your cupcakes, and having them look like traditional birthday cupcakes. Instead, opt for a more traditional approach whereby you get fancy liners or wrappers made to fit your wedding theme and colours.
This article is courtesy of The Knot
After coming across this article, I just had to include it in my blog. There are such wonderful and lovely ideas, that I thought you might appreciate me sharing this with you.
When choosing your wedding colours you have to keep in mind that this will set the tone for the entire event. Choose carefully, and choose colours that compliment each other and that matches your chosen theme.
Use your seating chart to add a touch of creativity into your wedding and add special features so the guests can get interacting with each other by creating a buzz and conversation starter.
Some fly, some drive and most of them make an effort to get to your wedding, traveling many kilometers some even coming from other countries! They pack their bags, change their plans, board their flights and head off to attend your special day – so why not give them a special Welcome Treat?
Many birde to be's know exactly what dress they want to walk down the isle in. Often the know the shape, colour, length and detail. Even the latest fashion is considered. What they don't always take into account is whether their chosen dress flatters their figure.
Out with the old, and in with the new. no more boring, old fashioned throw away camera's on the guest tables, opt for a funky photobooth instead!
The chair and trimmings you chose for you big day can add a lovely addition to your decor and feel of the wedding.
Lynley Cusens – Floral Creations
Who knew that there are over 1000 ways to fold a napkin? With many brides wanting to do something different to what everyone else is doing, I found that changing the way you fold the napkin and present it could add a lot to your reception tables.
Having kids at your wedding might be a daunting idea – however, keep them busy with a fun and unique centrepiece and lots of activities.
Every month I will be undertaking the mammoth task of searching for the wedding photo of the month. I will have to view an extensive range of various photographers and photo's and base my decision on first impression.
Why is it important to have a wedding planner to take care of the final things? Because you don't want to be the frantic, stressing bride the weeks leading up to your wedding. You also don't want your mom, sister or mother in law to have to hassle with the final preparations.
When our parents got married it was taboo to ask for any kind of gift on your wedding invitation, let alone for money!
I watched this movie last weekend and am just in awe of the absolutely gorgeous dress Kate Hudson wore.
Nowadays saving on your wedding day is a priority. Brides are constantly looking at ways to save money. One of the most common ways in saving money on your big day is by substituting your wedding cake for cupcakes and serving it as dessert.
A new trend has krept up and one that I think will make every designer cringe at the thought of having their designer dress trashed about. I don’t know how many ex-brides are actually considering doing this, seeing that more girls are renting their dresses these days than actaully buying it.
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