Five Ribbon Backdrop Ideas for your DIY Wedding
Hi guys! Chandra from Oh Lovely Day back with some DIY inspiration for your Monday! By the way, how much do you love that photo above? I super love it, but I may be a bit biased… When deciding on DIY projects for your wedding, don't forget to include a fabulous backdrop project! Ribbon backdrops are pretty, budget-friendly, and super easy to do. All you need is ribbon, and something to tie it to like a PVC pipe, clothesline, or just long string. SO EASY. And did I mention...
Whimsical Wedding Ideas: Just Your Style!
When you hear the words whimsical wedding, what visions comes to mind? Do you see a soft wedding color palette accented with fanciful, romantic touches (like feathers, lace, and pearls)? Or do you visualize a bold whimsical wedding with vivid colors, unique centerpieces and unexpected decor details? No matter what 'whimsical' means to you, the whimsical wedding theme is one that you can really make your own! Nothing screams whimsical like a feather-embellished wedding dress! We...
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Whimsical Wedding Colors: Deep Purple + Hot Pink
Wondering what wedding colors are hot right now? One on-trend color palette we're loving at the moment is deep purple with hot pink. Bold, glamourous and regal, you'll make a serious statement if you choose these hues for your upcoming I Do's! Purple is great because it feels rich without looking too girly for your groom. And there are TONS of wedding flowers that come in deep purple hues, including: - anemones - dahlias - freesias - lilacs -orchids - ranunculas -...
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Bride Chic: Ballet-Inspired Bridal Fashion
About Bride Chic How much does ballet influence bridal fashion? Quite a bit. Traditional ballet costume evolved in the era of Johann Strass, a young Queen Victoria, and Giselle, an 1840s ballet choreographed by Aldophe Adam. Think of the classic corps de ballet in long white tulle dresses and floral wreaths and you have, the ballet look. Also reflecting the silhouette of the ballet costume as we know it, Queen Victoria clinched the look when she married Prince Albert wearing yards of...
Wedding Flower Friday And A Historic Wedding Venue!
I was sent this gorgeous wedding by wedding planner/floral designer Minoo Hersini of Au Ciel Design Studio, and while the entire affair was beyond incredible, the wedding flowers rocked my world. The wedding venue, Blantyre (located in Lenox, Massachusetts), served as the perfect backdrop, with its Scottish-influenced architecture and English-inspired interior. Hersini chose unique floral arrangements and decor for each room, and the hundreds of candles and vintage candelabras took...
Featured Engagement Session: Hayley and Phillip
Featured E-Session by Rebecca Enslein of The Studio B Photography Hayley and Phillip have come a long way since their first date in high school. Over the years their love has seen them through homecoming dances, sorority date functions, and law school formals. The pair are from Tallahassee, and are getting married there in July 2010. So naturally, they chose the town as the site for their engagement pictures. The shoot began at Maclay Gardens, a gorgeous Florida state park filled...
Blush and Taupe Wedding Inspiration from Dessy!
Dying to know who our Dessy Style Board Challenge winner is? Who will be walking away with $500 in fab Dessy accessories? We'll be announcing our lucky winner in just a few short hours! So to get you through until then, here's a little Blush and Taupe wedding inspiration! I love this color pallet, and the Dessy items featured in this board, don't you? - Chic Alfred Sung (style D447) bridesmaid dress in Champagne - Duchess Satin Neck Tie in Blush - Lovely Dessy flower girl dress...
Light Blue, Green and Ivory Wedding Inspiration: Cloudy and Apple Slice Dessy Style Board!
What do you think of this pastel blue and green Dessy Style Board? I love this color palette! It's so whimsical and ethereal, don't you think? And if you are jonesin' for any of the featured Dessy items, check them out... - Double headband in matte satin for your bridesmaids - Full length Dessy Bridesmaid dress, Style 2789 - Cute Flower Girl frock, Style FL4021 - Duchess Satin Men's neck tie - Alfred Sung (style M423) bridesmaid dress for expectant mothers If you still...
Featured Wedding: Kelly and Luke
Featured Wedding by Mary Kate of Kate's Lens Photography Kelly and Luke’s wedding was nothing short of a fairytale. The weather was gorgeous, the gardens enchanting, and the two lovebirds were completely in the moment! From the intricate details to the love and laughter shared by all, we had so much fun capturing the day for such a lovely couple! What made it more fun was the fact that Luke and Kelly were willing to try ANYTHING, even climbing on a pool diving board to pose for a...
Bride Chic: Spring 2010 Wedding Dress Trend- Nature Inspired
About Bride Chic I'm starting a series where we're going to be taking a closer look at some of the most popular trends coming up in 2010. We'll start with nature, the catalyst of a bucolic movement we're seeing in bridal wear, embracing all things living: Flowers, leaves and feathers are showing up on wedding dresses with interesting applications whether printed, embroidered or applied. Photo 1: Retro lines and a major border embroidered in bright tones add pizazz to the white dress...
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