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Just who can’t fall in love with this picture…
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Photo by Esther Summerville Ramsey via The Brides Cafe
Bits & Bits: DIY Old Fashioned Soda Bar
Cocktail hour before the main reception is starting to become a trend on weddings. Some couples opt to have their signature cocktail drink specially created based on their motif but what if they prefer something non-alcoholic and yet original?
I came across this article from ProjectWedding about making your own old fashioned soda bar and since the vintage look is now becoming the new black. Why not try this? Look at all the fun colors & logos!
You can chill them right before and serve them by the reception area with twisted straws or place them in clear wine chillers.
Color+Mood #5: Midnight Lavender Berries
Lavender doesn’t always have to go with pink or white only. Pairing it with something like midnight blue or ink-blue, can make your palette become mysteriously romantic. This color board is originally inspired by Elle Decor’s lavender room (bottom leftmost corner) – then added with a little ink-blue & pale peach. Lovely!
From left to right: bridesmaid dress by Monique Lhuillier, photo by Jennifer Page, wedding cake by Project Wedding, berry bridesmaids dress by Ann Taylor from perfectbound, 70’s mirrorball graphic ring by DayDefyProject, orchids table centerpiece from fioreblossoms, invitation from junebugweddings, lavender & black room by Elle Decor, purple rose knitted pin by DeepIndigo, berry ice pops from perfectbound.
Bits & Bits: Photo Booths
I know photo booths are all the rage here in the Philippines. I’ve been attending qute a few weddings that have photo booths as souvenirs but they only differ in their backdrops. Perhaps these ideas could give it a different twist!
Add a little frame here and there?
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Try a splash of fabric..
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Prop them up!
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Play it up a notch!
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Color+Mood #4: Black Lime
I have always loved the feel of a garden wedding and I also love the idea of simple things that are so elegant. Today’s inspiration is having a motif that makes u feel like sophisticatedly eco-green. This means recycling everyday stuff to create designs worth adoring.
From left to right: green soda from Jones Soda, shoes from Nine West, butterfly headband from Byme, photography by JMM from snippet&ink, handmade black & white mobile by Frazier&Wing, heirloom organza banded gown by JCrew, miniature fruit name card from Brides.com.
If you’ve noticed, the table centerpieces are just green bottles with calla lilies. And the black & white mobiles are actually pre-ordered from Frazier & Wing but I’m pretty sure we can find a DIY somewhere (I guess we have our next blog entry).
This entry is also dedicated to my friend, Crystal, who just loves green so much!
In Love With: Pepper Pink
Found this adorable Wedding Memoirs necklace at Etsy and I just had to blog about it. Pepper Pink has just given a new meaning to wearing a ring around your neck. Made with purple & pink swarovski crystals, a wedding ring charm & a bride & groom charm completes the look.
A bold accessory for the bride or a great gift for the bride-to-be.
Check out more of their designs at Pepper Pink.
Color+Mood #3: Burgundy Red
There are so many hues of red. And although all of them are great, I find burgundy red specifically classic. With the right blend of black & purple, you can create a wedding style that’s modern & elegant at the same time.
Tip: Strawberries & roses are the best way to add red to your reception. You can create your own centerpiece by filling vases with a mix of red & pink rose petals and strawberries. Add some white candles on the side & voila!
From left to right: paper rose decor from Alpha Mom, photo by Jeff & Lisa Photography, custom printed cocktail stir sticks from The Knot, strawberry cheese cake by Karen’s Kitchen, bridal boquet by Westborn Market, Berkeley from The Knot, boutonniere by Fritts Rosenow, dress by Elie Tahari, triple bead strand necklace by Forever 21, Balzac chandelier by Currey & Co, With All My Love dress by Sarah Seven, untitled.
In Love With: Utterly Engaged
First wedding e-zine ever! Great place to get inspirations & ideas for your own wedding. They’re actually on their third issue now, check them out at Utterly Engaged.
Check out this issue’s how to create your own popcorn bar, super cute! Can’t wait to try this myself!
In Love With: Lea-Ann Belter
I absolutely fell in love with the wedding dress Rachel McAdam wears in the Time Traveler’s Wife! The idea for her wedding was “garden fairy-tale”, so costume designer Julie Weiss thought it would be appropriate to incorporate their look to the theme.
Weiss found this gown “Cecilia” which is designed by Lea Ann Belter; a silk organza ball gown with a strapless sweetheart neckline & soft a-line skirt. Perfect for chic-enchanted-romantic style weddings!
Absolutely love the detail at the back!
Check out more of her collection at her site Lea Ann Belter Bridal
Color+Mood #2: Ebony Grey
Here is my second inspiration board for black as promised. Remember last time, I went with a blush of pink? This time, why not try a little more formal & elegant with gray.
Tip: For black motif events, you can go simply with black felt & black satin to decorate almost anything. I’ll be uploading a sample DIY project for centerpieces for the next post.
From left to right: fluid-hang dress & tuxedo style jacket by Promod,
doilie candle holders from Sweet Paul, photo by Metro Photography, robot bride & groom cake topper c/o Flickr.com, calla lily & candle centerpiece from Wedding Channel, golden dove ring bearer bowl by Paloma’s nest Etsy, wedding shoes by Badgley Mischka, Tess dress by Lea Ann Belter & white hydrangeas with black satin streamers from Martha Stewart Weddings
