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Showing posts with label Wedding Design. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Wedding Design. Show all posts
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Floral Obsession: Anemonie Wedding Inspiration
One of my absolutely favorite flowers is the anemonie and I wonder why I don't get many brides that want to incorporate this beautiful flower in their wedding decor. Anemones are so pretty and somehow a little vintage looking, also said to represent anticipation and luck. Here is my subtle way of changing some of minds....
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Clockwise from top left:
Cakes By Confetti Cakes
Anemonie Bouquet
Anemonie Bouquet
Anemonie Invitation Suite
Grooms Boutonniere
Anemonie Centerpiece
Single Tier Cake
Anemonie Centerpieces
Clockwise from top left:
Cakes By Confetti Cakes
Anemonie Bouquet
Anemonie Bouquet
Anemonie Invitation Suite
Grooms Boutonniere
Anemonie Centerpiece
Single Tier Cake
Anemonie Centerpieces
Sunday, November 20, 2011
Absolutely Fabulous Weddings' 2012 Forecast
After much research, our highly anticipated 2012 Wedding Forecast is ready and I can't wait to share this information with all of you. The newest wedding trends for the upcoming year range from the look of your wedding to the flowers to the food to the favors....everything. Let's get started.
CATEGORY # 1: THE LOOK
Color schemes have got back to the classics. Right now it's the nudes - oyster greys, champagnes, nudes, pinks, pale gold and creams. With this said, patterns are getting bolder as colors are getting softer. Linens are heavier and more textured.
Photo credit: weddingbycolor.com
Luxe Candelabras in any material are in, so.....out with the chunky pillar candles and in with the tapers. If you are having your ceremony outdoors, hanging chandeliers make a wildly romantic statement.
Photo credits here: stylemepretty.com
CATEGORY # 2: THE FLOWERS
The flower of the year is the peony, which that is no surprise here but other fabulous flowers for next year are garden roses, ranunculus and frilly carnations, white mini calla lilies and of course the orchid.
Photo credit: stylemepretty.com
The age of the single centerpiece is over. 2012 will be all about collections of containers, flowers and candles on one single tablescape.
Photo credit: foreversacredevents.wordpress, elizabethannedesigns.com, scarletpetal.typepad.com
Natural is still new. Terrariums, which are glass domed arrangements of pebbles, flowers, succulants and found objects such as birds nests and shells are seen everywhere.
Photo credit: stylemepretty.com
CATEGORY #3: DRINKS
This years three words are the perfect 3 categories to choosing your bar menu.
ARTISNAL: Specialty drinks designed for your day are never out but the ingredients seem to be a little more intricate. For example, ingredients like frothy egg whites, elderflower liquor, and unexpected garnishes such as candied ginger or herbs. Signature drinks always a sophisticated edge to any reception.
Photo credit: bestbeverage.com, theubpost.com, elegantcreationsevents.blogspot.com
TASTINGS: Plan tasting station style bars. For example one could be a tequila station and the other could be a scotch station with different selections of these types of liquors.
Photo credit: destinationweddingmag.com, xiamenwave.com
CUSTOM ICE: As you may know, the quantity and style of ice can either make or break a cocktail so offer up shaved ice, crushed ice and oversized cubes for different drink varieties.
Photo credit: amountainofcrushedice.com
Wine pairings for dinner. 2012's meal isn't just about what's on your plate, it's also about what's in your glass as well.
Photo credit: robbinmontero.com
Category #4: CAKE COUTURE
** Cleaner lines and details and of course sugar flowers never go out of style.
Photo credit: pinkcakebox.com, labellz.wordpress.com
** Cake silhouette. Right now, each tier is looking different. Round tiers with a hexagon shape thrown in there or even five inch layers mixed with two inch layers are popular 2012 trends.
Photo credit: cakecentral.com, thetwistedsifter.wordpress.com, cakefiction.com
Category #5: FAVORS
When it comes to favors, if they're not edible, don't bother. Candy tables, breakfast snacks, bagels or donuts in boxes are all sure to be a huge hit.
Photo credit: Absolutely Fabulous Weddings
Happy Planning your 2012 Wedding!
Amy Lythgoe, Lead Planner and Event Designer
Absolutely Fabulous Weddings
561-577-6686
amy@fabulousplanner.com
www.fabulousplanner.com
CATEGORY # 1: THE LOOK
Color schemes have got back to the classics. Right now it's the nudes - oyster greys, champagnes, nudes, pinks, pale gold and creams. With this said, patterns are getting bolder as colors are getting softer. Linens are heavier and more textured.
Photo credit: weddingbycolor.com
Luxe Candelabras in any material are in, so.....out with the chunky pillar candles and in with the tapers. If you are having your ceremony outdoors, hanging chandeliers make a wildly romantic statement.
Photo credits here: stylemepretty.com
CATEGORY # 2: THE FLOWERS
The flower of the year is the peony, which that is no surprise here but other fabulous flowers for next year are garden roses, ranunculus and frilly carnations, white mini calla lilies and of course the orchid.
Photo credit: stylemepretty.com
The age of the single centerpiece is over. 2012 will be all about collections of containers, flowers and candles on one single tablescape.
Photo credit: foreversacredevents.wordpress, elizabethannedesigns.com, scarletpetal.typepad.com
Natural is still new. Terrariums, which are glass domed arrangements of pebbles, flowers, succulants and found objects such as birds nests and shells are seen everywhere.
Photo credit: stylemepretty.com
CATEGORY #3: DRINKS
This years three words are the perfect 3 categories to choosing your bar menu.
ARTISNAL: Specialty drinks designed for your day are never out but the ingredients seem to be a little more intricate. For example, ingredients like frothy egg whites, elderflower liquor, and unexpected garnishes such as candied ginger or herbs. Signature drinks always a sophisticated edge to any reception.
Photo credit: bestbeverage.com, theubpost.com, elegantcreationsevents.blogspot.com
TASTINGS: Plan tasting station style bars. For example one could be a tequila station and the other could be a scotch station with different selections of these types of liquors.
Photo credit: destinationweddingmag.com, xiamenwave.com
CUSTOM ICE: As you may know, the quantity and style of ice can either make or break a cocktail so offer up shaved ice, crushed ice and oversized cubes for different drink varieties.
Photo credit: amountainofcrushedice.com
Wine pairings for dinner. 2012's meal isn't just about what's on your plate, it's also about what's in your glass as well.
Photo credit: robbinmontero.com
Category #4: CAKE COUTURE
** Cleaner lines and details and of course sugar flowers never go out of style.
Photo credit: pinkcakebox.com, labellz.wordpress.com
** Cake silhouette. Right now, each tier is looking different. Round tiers with a hexagon shape thrown in there or even five inch layers mixed with two inch layers are popular 2012 trends.
Photo credit: cakecentral.com, thetwistedsifter.wordpress.com, cakefiction.com
Category #5: FAVORS
When it comes to favors, if they're not edible, don't bother. Candy tables, breakfast snacks, bagels or donuts in boxes are all sure to be a huge hit.
Photo credit: Absolutely Fabulous Weddings
Happy Planning your 2012 Wedding!
Amy Lythgoe, Lead Planner and Event Designer
Absolutely Fabulous Weddings
561-577-6686
amy@fabulousplanner.com
www.fabulousplanner.com
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
Ideas for your 11/11/11 Wedding.
Memorable dates hold special charm for special events, and a big one is coming up soon—Nov. 11, 2011, or 11/11/11.
Brides can incorporate the "11" element in their weddings in fund ways and here are just a few cute ideas.
1. Have the reception before the ceremony and take your wedding vows at 11pm.
2. Make all your table numbers "11". This is a quirky way of playing a joke on your guests but you must be willing to have open seating.
3. Host a lunch wedding reception by starting your wedding ceremony at 11:11am.
Another neat symbolic touch comes from numerology, the significance of repeating ones is a representation of new beginnings.
Are you having an 11/11/11 wedding? If so, tell us about it
Amy Lythgoe
Wednesday, August 24, 2011
Etsy Find: Creative Place Card Holders!
One of my favorite things to do is researching new and exciting products for weddings and special events and I came across the most amazing place card holders on etsy.com. Jennifer at ReservedSeating specializes in creating customizable place card holders perfect for any event. Whether you are looking to add place card holders to your wedding reception, dinner party, or baby shower, she will work with you to create the perfect look.
These Ribbon Place Card Holder is handmade with wired double faced satin ribbon finished and accented with double faced satin ribbon. Each place card holder is approximately 2 inches in height by 1.5 inches in width. These beautiful place card holders are the perfect way to incorporate your events colors into the table decor!
All Photos Taken From: ReservedSeating
Photos by: ReservedSeating
These Ribbon Place Card Holder is handmade with wired double faced satin ribbon finished and accented with double faced satin ribbon. Each place card holder is approximately 2 inches in height by 1.5 inches in width. These beautiful place card holders are the perfect way to incorporate your events colors into the table decor!
All Photos Taken From: ReservedSeating
Friday, August 19, 2011
Beautiful Wedding Chair Decor!
Wouldn't everyone agree that details are really what make an event special? Adding a little something extra to the chairs at your celebration definitely qualifies....
Enjoy!
Enjoy!
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
Wedding Style Watch: HIP & ARTSY
A hip and artsy wedding style means you may be the couple who loves to accessorize, and you drool over pillows with funky designs and city lofts with exposed brick. Bottom line: You don't want your wedding to look too wedding-y.
Your Details
-- Let your venue set the tone for your unique wedding style. Look into renting your favorite restaurant downtown or the atrium of your favorite art museum.
-- Choose an unexpected color palette. A few ideas: bright orange, steel gray and white; green and turquoise with pops of yellow; or eggplant and candy apple red.
-- Hire a live band for your cocktail hour and reception.
-- Come up with a statement-making decoration for the reception. Maybe it's an oversized chalkboard banner with a meaningful movie quote and your names and wedding date. it could also be a patterned fabric that you thread throughout - from the ceremony aisle to the table linens.
Watch Out For
With all of the fun, unique details, it can be tough to keep the style from looking messy and scattered. Stick to a color palette of no more than 3 to 4 colors and come up with a design (like your initials, thumbprints, a colorful patterned fabric or even a favorite album cover) to keep the wedding day details looking cohesive.
Photo Credit: http://www.thegirlinthepinkweddingdress.com/
Amy Lythgoe
Absolutely Fabulous Weddings
www.fabulousplanner.com
Your Details
-- Let your venue set the tone for your unique wedding style. Look into renting your favorite restaurant downtown or the atrium of your favorite art museum.
-- Choose an unexpected color palette. A few ideas: bright orange, steel gray and white; green and turquoise with pops of yellow; or eggplant and candy apple red.
-- Hire a live band for your cocktail hour and reception.
-- Come up with a statement-making decoration for the reception. Maybe it's an oversized chalkboard banner with a meaningful movie quote and your names and wedding date. it could also be a patterned fabric that you thread throughout - from the ceremony aisle to the table linens.
Watch Out For
With all of the fun, unique details, it can be tough to keep the style from looking messy and scattered. Stick to a color palette of no more than 3 to 4 colors and come up with a design (like your initials, thumbprints, a colorful patterned fabric or even a favorite album cover) to keep the wedding day details looking cohesive.
Photo Credit: http://www.thegirlinthepinkweddingdress.com/
Amy Lythgoe
Absolutely Fabulous Weddings
www.fabulousplanner.com
Thursday, July 7, 2011
Flowers In One Of Summers Favorite Shades: BLUE
More and more I am finding that brides are opting for blue flowers for their weddings and working with this color has been my single most exciting trend in weddings right now. Blue is a hot color right now and it can make for a beautiful theme for your wedding decorations, but brides assume that flowers in shades of blue are scarce. It's true that blue varieties aren't as abundant as some other bridal favorites, they do exist.
When it comes to blue flowers, it's important to remain flexible. Incorporating soft shades of grey or champagne will soften the blue palette with elegant sophistication. Blue florals are most abundant in spring and summer, so I suggest you choose one or two at most for your base.
Here are some blue varieties to consider:
Blue Cornflowers: cute, small flowers that look like they were just picked from a field.
Blue Delphinium: have height and are fabulous for aisle arrangements, altar arrangements, and buffets. These come in a range of shades, from light to dark blue, and even a rich purple.
Blue Eryngium: eye catching flowers that will bring a unique texture to your arrangements.
Blue Hyacinth: smell delicious! But do appear more purple than blue.
Blue Hydrangea: available year round in light blue and seasonally in a strong deep royal blue. When it comes to bouquets though, hydrangea should be the only flower used, as they wilt easily.
Blue Iris: a beautiful flower but can appear more purple than blue.
Blue Viburnum Berries: these are a fun, textural element that comes in the most fabulous shade of navy blue. These look even better shiny so have your designer spray "leaf shine" on them.
Tweedia: a sweet small flower that can be used as an accent piece in an organic type arrangement. These blooms can also be used in a boutonniere, but keep in mind that this is quite fragile.
Veronica: a deep shade of blue (almost purple) and a fun, spiky element that can bring a nice pop to your arrangements.
It is possible to order blue-dyed flowers, including dendrobium orchids, blue roses from Holland and blue carnations; however, my recommendation is to go with a natural choice.
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When it comes to blue flowers, it's important to remain flexible. Incorporating soft shades of grey or champagne will soften the blue palette with elegant sophistication. Blue florals are most abundant in spring and summer, so I suggest you choose one or two at most for your base.
Here are some blue varieties to consider:
Blue Cornflowers: cute, small flowers that look like they were just picked from a field.
Blue Delphinium: have height and are fabulous for aisle arrangements, altar arrangements, and buffets. These come in a range of shades, from light to dark blue, and even a rich purple.
Blue Eryngium: eye catching flowers that will bring a unique texture to your arrangements.
Blue Hyacinth: smell delicious! But do appear more purple than blue.
Blue Hydrangea: available year round in light blue and seasonally in a strong deep royal blue. When it comes to bouquets though, hydrangea should be the only flower used, as they wilt easily.
Blue Iris: a beautiful flower but can appear more purple than blue.
Blue Viburnum Berries: these are a fun, textural element that comes in the most fabulous shade of navy blue. These look even better shiny so have your designer spray "leaf shine" on them.
Tweedia: a sweet small flower that can be used as an accent piece in an organic type arrangement. These blooms can also be used in a boutonniere, but keep in mind that this is quite fragile.
Veronica: a deep shade of blue (almost purple) and a fun, spiky element that can bring a nice pop to your arrangements.
It is possible to order blue-dyed flowers, including dendrobium orchids, blue roses from Holland and blue carnations; however, my recommendation is to go with a natural choice.
Friday, June 10, 2011
Creative Custom Wedding Card Boxes
One of my favorite suggestions to offer up to couples while working with them on planning their wedding is to give your guests a beautiful place to drop off their cards and gifts at your reception. Custom card boxes are a great way to bring in your wedding theme to match your style and decor. Here are some fabulous options for you to consider for your special day...
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Saturday, January 8, 2011
Mixing The Shapes
Who says you have to pick one table type and stick to it? It's common for guests to sit at rounds, while the bridal party is on display at a rectangular table. You can opt to have banquet tables, rounds or squares for your guest seating too.
PROS -
* The mixed look instantly adds texture to your space and doesn't increase costs much, if at all.
* You don't need to assign seating: guests can choose tables that work best for their group - a couple who doesn't know anyone else can go for a small round and your coworkers can sit at a large table.
* If your venue is small but your guest list is large, a custom seating plan is the way to go. You can fit small tables into nooks or corners and line long walls with banquet tables.
CONS -
* Unless you have a great eye, you'll probably need to enlist a pro to help with the floor plan so the reception looks stylish, not messy.
* If you offer small tables that seat four or fewer people, you may need to hire more servers or choose to have food stations or a buffet.
* The more kinds of tables and linens you have to rent, the more likely it is that there will be a mistake or miscommunication.
PROS -
* The mixed look instantly adds texture to your space and doesn't increase costs much, if at all.
* You don't need to assign seating: guests can choose tables that work best for their group - a couple who doesn't know anyone else can go for a small round and your coworkers can sit at a large table.
* If your venue is small but your guest list is large, a custom seating plan is the way to go. You can fit small tables into nooks or corners and line long walls with banquet tables.
CONS -
* Unless you have a great eye, you'll probably need to enlist a pro to help with the floor plan so the reception looks stylish, not messy.
* If you offer small tables that seat four or fewer people, you may need to hire more servers or choose to have food stations or a buffet.
* The more kinds of tables and linens you have to rent, the more likely it is that there will be a mistake or miscommunication.
Monday, December 20, 2010
13 Creative Ways To Use Your Engagement Photos
As a wedding planner I see so many beautiful engagement photo session photos and I always wonder why Brides don't take full advantage of having those fabulous photos and opt to use them throughout their wedding. Here are some creative things I love to see done with engagement photos.
1. Save The Dates
Photo: http://www.etsy.com/listing/57680860/photo-save-the-date
By Ivey Shelton @ The Inspired Note - www.theinspirednote.com
By Ivey Shelton @ The Inspired Note - www.theinspirednote.com
2. Guest Table Numbers
Photo: www.stlwed.com
3. Wedding Website
4. Envelope Seals
www.magnetstreet.com
5. Frame an engagement photo as art near your gift table or entrance to your reception.
Photo: www.elizabethannedesigns.com
6. Custom Candy Wrappers
7. Custom Candy
Photo: www.candyweddingfavors.org
8. Custom Water or Wine Bottle Labels
Photo: www.personalwine.com
9. Wedding Reception Slideshow
Photo: www.lusterstudios.com
10. Canvas Prints For Your Home
Photo: By Tonya Laker @ Palm Beach Photography, Inc - www.palmbeachphotography.net
11. Custom Photo Guest Sign In Book
Photo: www.charlottegeary.com
12. Custom Wedding Invitation Stamps
Photo: http://www.zazzle.com
13. Frame and mat an engagement photo so your guests can sign it.
Article By Amy Lythgoe, Absolutely Fabulous Weddings
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