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Sunday, August 11, 2013

16 Wedding Wreath Ideas

Probably the most obvious of all marriage symbols is the wedding band which represents commitment and the faithful love two people share. The circle is a international symbol of marriage that represents infinity or everlasting love.  Because of the circle shape of a wreath, it makes a perfect choice as a decorative as well as symbolic element for a wedding.

Wedding wreaths are such a wonderful decorative touch for many areas of your wedding. They can be used on the doors of the wedding venue, on the guest tables, on the backs of chairs, down the aisle of the ceremony,  or as a head wreath for the bride or flower girl. The uses, types and materials for a wedding wreath you can create are limitless. All you need is a idea and some creativity!


Beautiful wreath....
Wreath with monogrammed sash
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Wreath for the flower girls 
South Carolina Barn Wedding
Monogrammed Burlap Wreath
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Bridal Floral Wreath
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Personalized Venue Door Wreath
Would only be one layer cake and flowers would be scattered around cake (not wreath), but cake would sit just atop a similar wreath.
Wedding Cake Wreath

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Friday, August 9, 2013

Cheers to Signature Cocktails!

Over the past couple of years signature cocktails have become a big trend at wedding receptions.  It's a wonderful way to make your wedding reception unique and personal  while providing a fun and tasty element for your guests.

Many couples choose their signature cocktail based on color and appearance to fit with the decor of their wedding. Or they may choose a cocktail they had on their first date or when they became engaged.  Some couples decide to each have their own signature cocktail according to what is their favorite drink. We assisted with a wedding that took place on Kentucky Derby Day, so the couple chose mint juleps as their signature cocktail.

Besides wanting your cocktail to taste delicious, you also want it to wow your wedding guests with it's presentation.  You can do this with creative signage, the type of glassware or using a lovely beverage dispenser.  No matter what you decide to use as your presentation, make sure the look and feel compliments the rest of your wedding reception decor.



Pink Lemonade Cocktail. Possible signature drink?? Adds to the pink, summer theme.    1 (12-oz.) can frozen pink lemonade concentrate, thawed  3 (12-oz.) bottles beer (not dark), chilled  3/4 cup vodka, chilled  Ice  Garnishes: fresh cranberries, citrus slices

PINK LEMONADE COCKTAIL

1 (12-oz.) can frozen pink lemonade concentrate, thawed
3 (12-oz.) bottles beer (not dark), chilled
3/4 cup vodka, chilled
Ice
Garnishes: fresh cranberries, citrus slices
Stir together first 3 ingredients. Serve over ice.
BLACKBERRY MOJITOS FOR A CROWD
Serves 50 (approx 4 ounce servings)
5-6 pints blackberries plus some for garnish
4 bunches mint leaves plus some for garnish
6 cups sugar
4 cups cold water
1 1/2 cups fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 cups fresh lime juice
6-7 cups light rum (depending on how strong you want the drinks. This is based on 1 ounce per drink which is light. Add more if you like. You can also substitute vodka if you prefer)
Ice
2 bottles of chilled club soda (to taste)
RASPBERRY VANILLA LEMONADE
Makes about two quarts but it depends on how strong you want the lemonade to be- you can stretch it to a gallon by adding more water. I like it strong because it is always diluted when you add ice. 

2 pints fresh raspberries
2 cups fresh squeezed lemon juice
2 cups sugar
2 cups water
1 vanilla bean
2 quarts cold water*
* add the water to your taste. More if you like it weak, less water if you like it strong. I used about 1 quart water and then added a splash of chilled club soda at serving time to make it a bit fizzy.
Fresh Peach Sangria
Serves 6-8
5-6 peaches, peeled and sliced
1 cup vodka (if you use peach vodka, omit the peach nectar)
1/2 cup peach brandy
2 tablespoons sugar
1 cup peach nectar (find it in the International aisle)
1 bottle chilled white wine or Prosecco
Club Soda, chilled (omit if you are using Prosecco)
Reserve 2 peaches for later. Muddle the remaining sliced peaches with the sugar in a large pitcher to release the juice. Add the vodka and brandy. Allow to sit for 1-2 hours. Crush to a puree with a wooden spoon or use an immersion blender to make into a puree. If you like, strain the puree before adding the remaining ingredients. I happen to like the pulp. Add the peach nectar, remaining peach slices, and white wine. Chill well. You can serve this immediately but it's even better if it has a chance to sit for a while so the flavors can develop. I like to chill it for at least 2 hours before serving. Top with club soda to taste at serving if you are using white wine. Omit the club soda if you are using Prosecco.  
cucumber and gin signature wedding cocktail
Cucumber and Gin Wedding Cocktail
2 oz. Gin
2-3 Cucumber Wheels
Lemonade
Ginger Ale
Muddle 2-3 cucumber wheels in the bottom of a highball glass with a dash of Ginger Ale. Fill glass with ice. Add 2 oz. of gin and fill rest up with lemonade stopping an inch or 2 from the top and finish with Ginger Ale. Stir to combine flavors and garnish with a cucumber wheel.
Signature cocktails are a fantastic way to personalize your wedding day and add some fun to the festivities! Have fun with the process.
Are you planning to have a signature cocktail at your wedding reception?  Please share what you have chosen.  We love hearing from our readers.

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Wednesday, August 7, 2013

Shades of Gray

Modern, understated, retro and sleek, Gray is a color that is popping up everywhere in the world of weddings. And here lately, gray has become the hottest neutral there is. Pair it with colors like yellow, red or plum for the ultimate perfect palette. Gray is the new black. ~ The Perfect Palette
Gray Wedding Cake Designed by The Sugar Suite | PHOTO SOURCE • ANDI MANS PHOTOGRAPHY & DESIGN
Beautiful Gray Wedding Cake
Gray Wedding Party Attire
The bridesmaids' charcoal V-neck dresses coordinated with the groomsmen's gray tuxes and black ties.
Dazzling gray wedding bouquet.
Dazzling Gray Wedding Bouquet
Gray wedding cake
Handmade sugar pearls with mat gray icing 
gray wedding dress, inspired by Michelle William's Oscar dress, #wedding
Beautiful Gray Wedding Dress
Flowers and Vines - Invitation
Flowers and Vines Wedding Invitation
Gray Bridesmaids Dresses
I like the idea of the flower girls in purple instead of white!
Gray Flower Girl Dress
Custom Ring Bearer Pillow - Ring Pillow - Today I Marry My Best Friend - Chevron Pillow - Any Color
Custom Ring Bearer Pillow
Gray Bridesmaids' Dresses by Monique Lhullier 
I hope you enjoyed all the shades of gray.  What colors are you planning to use for your wedding?  

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Monday, August 5, 2013

Navy Blue Wedding Palette

This ultra-preppy color makes for one fabulous wedding color. Often paired with chartreuse or classic white this color puts tradition first, and adds a certain masculinity to the palette. Navy is the perfect color to incorporate into a nautical theme and is great for yacht club settings, or beach weddings. Navy is a great alternative to black. ~  ThePerfectPalette.com
Wedding cake with navy blue ribbons and pink flowers
Wedding cake with navy blue ribbons and pink flowers
Navy Blue Bridesmaids' Dresses
Navy Blue Wedding Inspiration from Facebook  Keywords: #navyblueweddings #jevelweddingplanning Follow Us: www.jevelweddingplanning.com  www.facebook.com/jevelweddingplanning/
Navy Blue Sash 
Classy Navy Satin Ribbon and Bow Elegant Wedding Invitation "Navy Ball" - SAMPLE
Navy Satin Bow Invitation
Navy Blue Wedding Inspiration from Facebook  Keywords: #navyblueweddings #jevelweddingplanning Follow Us: www.jevelweddingplanning.com  www.facebook.com/jevelweddingplanning/
Navy Blue Wedding Shoes
Wedding Navy Blue And Ivory Satin Ring Bearer Pillow More Colors Available
Navy Blue Satin Ring Bearer Pillow
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Navy Blue Wedding Cake
image of Snazzy Groom Attire
Navy Groom's Suit
blue
Navy Flower Girl Dress
image of Navy Blue Wedding Color Palettes
Navy Reception Decor
Navy Bridesmaid Dresses
Bridesmaids chose their own navy-blue J. Crew dresses.
navy blue wedding details | justsavethedate.com & photo by peachblossomphotography.com
Navy Table Runners
Blue Borders of Gold - Invitation
Navy and Gold Wedding Invitation
Vineyards Wedding
Navy Dresses for Bridesmaids and Flower Girls
Save and Share your Wedding Ideas and Inspiration || Colin Cowie Weddings
Navy and White Cake

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Friday, August 2, 2013

How About the Groom's Cake?



If you are from the south, you have probably seen many groom's cakes displayed at a wedding reception or rehearsal dinner.If not, you may remember the groom's cake from the movie "Steel Magnolias" starring Julia Roberts. It was a red velvet armadillo cake...not exactly the most appetizing of cakes.  Luckily most groom's cakes are definitely more appealing.

In the United States, a groom's cake is a wedding tradition typically associated with the South. While a wedding cake may often be decorated in white and light in texture or color, the groom's cake can take a variety of forms, possibly associated with groom's hobbies, favorite team,interests, etc. It is often served at a table separate from the wedding cake at a wedding reception or it may be served as a dessert for a rehearsal dinner.  

Although it used to be viewed as an added and unnecessary expense, this once-neglected cake has been making a huge comeback. Intended to be a gift from the bride to the groom.  Boxed slices of groom's cake can also serve as your wedding favors. If you go this route, take advantage of the opportunity to get creative with the packaging -- an additional way to reflect your wedding style.
Book Theme
Groom cake!
Tuxedo Groom's Cake
Beer and Strawberries Groom's Cake
Red Sox Groom's Cake
[LSU Stadium Grooms Cake]
Football Stadium Groom's Cake
groom's cake alternatives
Alternative to a Groom's Cake
Video Game-Themed Groom’s Cake
Video Game Groom's Cake
The Groom’s Cake
Cake of Groom's Favorite Cap

Groom's Cake
"The Perfect Pair" Groom's Cake

Whether served at the reception or boxed up for favors, this sweet Southern tradition is taking hold at weddings across the land.  Are you having a groom's cake at your wedding?  Please share your comments.  We love hearing what our readers have to say.
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Wednesday, July 31, 2013

Chevron Wedding Inspiration


"Chevron is a popular pattern these days.  It’s being printed on everything from fashion to interior decor. And of course it has made a huge splash onto weddings. I personally can’t get enough of it!  And it's no wonder why; chevron isn't only a great way to add a modern twist to your wedding details and decor, but it also creates clean lines and adds a fun pop of color. It's the perfect accent for a classic and preppy wedding or for a fete that's a bit non-traditional, too."
~ Belle the Magazine 
Chevron wedding cake.
Pink and Yellow Cake
Chevron Flower Girl Dresses
Flower Girl Dresses - Tracey Buyce Photography
$75.00 Chartreuse Chevron One Shoulder Dress by temerson1 on Etsy
One Shoulder Bridesmaid Dress
Yellow Craspedia Bridesmaid Bouquets
Chevron Wrapped Bouquets
chevron purses for the bridesmaids to carry
Chevron Purses for the Bridesmaids
Yellow and Grey Wedding Inspiration
Yellow, Gray and White Cake
Chevron Table Runner
Chevron Monogram - Couture Cornhole / Classy Corntoss / Bag Toss Wedding Game
Personalized Cornhole Wedding Game
Teal chevron wedding invitations
Chevron Wedding Invitation
Next Exit
Reception Table 
Chevron Monogram Invitations
Chevron Flower Girl Baskets
Chevron Flower Girl Basket
Chevron Wedding Attire
chevron wedding cake
Chevron Wedding Cake
table decor . pink and yellow
Pink and Yellow Table Decor
Ties for the groom and groomsmen
Chevron Neckties
dance floor
Chevron Dance Floor
Chevron Wedding Cake Pops
Chevron Wedding Cake Pops
Chevron Tent Favor Box - Teal
Chevron Favor Boxes
chevron wedding guest book
CreativelyKept Etsy Guestbook
Chevron Wedding Photo Backdrop
Chevron  Photo Backdrop
Mini chevron bags filled with gumballs for guests
Chevron Favor Bags
placecards
Wedding Favors used as Place Cards
Chevron Ring Bearer Pillow - Yellow and White - As seen in the November issue of BRIDES magazine - Modern - Ring Bearer Pillow - Zig Zag
Ring Bearer Pillow
Chevron Wedding Decals
Chevron Wedding Decals - Photo by Erin Hearts Court
Metallic Gold, Black
Black and White Chevron
chevron napkins Read more - http://www.stylemepretty.com/2013/05/31/savannah-georgia-wedding-from-leeann-ritch-photography/
Chevron Napkins
Aquamint Cotton Mill Wedding
Grey Chevron


Chevron is beautiful no matter what color you use or what color combinations you use. You can use as much or as little as you like. Whatever the amount or the color, it is sure to make a big impact.

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