Soft Summer Wedding Inspiration

Summer is hot, but that is no reason to postpone your big day.  With a little forethought and consideration you can make your August wedding just as comfortable and stunning as any June wedding.

Credits (clockwise from left):  Lace lowback dress| Paper Fan Programs| Ice Cream Cones via lover.ly| Braided Summer Updo via Brides| Naked Chocolate Floral Cake| Bridesmaids and Bouquets via DPark Photography| Table Setting via
Bridal Guide

Here are some suggestions for making your August wedding breathtaking and pleasant despite the hot weather.

• Keep your guests cool by renting free standing misters which are said to make a surrounding area feel up to 10 degrees cooler.
• Have your wedding program printed onto a lovely paper fan.
• Make sure to have plenty of water available.
• You and your bridesmaids may enjoy having your hair pulled up in a soft braid or a wispy updo.  Also, be sure to choose dresses with lightweight fabrics in soft pastels.
• The new trend of a "naked" cake is an absolutely wonderful idea for a summer wedding.  No need to worry about it "melting"
• Consider a late morning or early evening wedding to avoid the hottest time of day and be sure to assess your venue to determine the sunlight pattern. Set up your seating in an area that receives shade first.
• Above all: have fun!  

Colors: Pink, Cream, Ivory, with a touch of Brown

Elements: dark brown wood, lace, chiffon (lightweight fabrics), milk glass, paper fan programs, wood crates, "naked" cake, ice cream, low back dress

Flowers: White Gardenias, Coral Charm Peonies, Veronica, Ranunculus, Mini Coin, Peach Stock, all wrapped up with a beautiful Satin or Silk Ribbon

Fabrics: Chiffon, Charmeuse & Georgette

 
For more wedding inspiration boards be sure to check out my Wedding Inspiration Page.

Happy Planning!

 

Yummy Valentine Inspired Sweets

Neither Amy nor I are very good cooks.  We do what is necessary to live, but beyond that there is no ability to create beautiful food!  But, I am telling you, if I continue to stumble upon beautiful sweets like the ones I am about to show you I am probably going to sign up for a baking class and begin practicing!

These are so fun!  If you are a baker I hope you find some great inspiration in these and give them a try!  If you do, send us a picture of your final product, we would love to see it!

The first two pictures were found at bakerella.com and the last one at Girl.Inspired..

Chocolate Valentine Bears

Chocolate Sundae Cupcakes

Dripless Ice Cream Cones

Psalm 63:3
Because your love is better than life, my lips will glorify you.