Fresh Citrus & Mint Inspiration Board

Do you have the winter blues? I do...so I thought it would be fun to brighten things up a little bit.

Credits (Clockwise from Left): Bouquet via Grey Likes Weddings Photography Erin McGinn| Upholstered Sofa via Amy Meier Design| Coral Bridesmaid Dress via One Wed| Citrus Water via The Frosted Petticoat Photography Andy Bang Photographers| The Mrs Box| Cake via Wedding Chicks Photography Jen Huang| Invitations via Oh So Beautiful Paper| Izze Sodas via Style Me Pretty Photography Briana Marie Photography

This board is different from any I have shared so far and to be honest I was a little concerned that choosing such bright colors may turn out looking tacky or overdone; but, they didn't. I love how this board brings such modern whimsy yet remains simple and elegant. It serves as a great reminder to make your wedding day your own. It doesn't have to fit into a particular mold to be beautiful and with the right choices and careful planning anything can be achieved.

 Here are some of the elements that were used in planning this board, use them to make this look your own:

Colors: Citrus Fruit are the inspiration Tangerine Orange, Grapefruit Pink, Lemon Yellow, and Lime Green with some softer green you would find in mint

Elements: Citrus Fruits, Ribbon, Bold Geometric Shapes, Watercolor

 Flowers:Yellow Poppy, Leucadendron, Spray Rose, Poppy, Ranunculus, Gerbera Daisy, Tulip

 Fabric: Chiffon, Cotton, Satin, Velvet

Favor Ideas: Fruit Flavored Sodas in Glass Bottles, Mini Lemon Loafs wrapped in bright bakers twine

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

Happy Planning!

Angie

Chocolate & Plum Wedding Board

Rich and luxurious are adequate descriptions for the inspiration board I am sharing today. The warm colors are inviting and intimate, they are kept in balance by the sprinkling of a blush tone.
  

Credits (clockwise from left): Bride and Bridesmaids via Southern Weddings photography by Candi Coffman| Packages via In Color Balance| Wreath via Style Me Pretty photography by Canary Grey| Blackberry Plum Galette via The Baker Chick| Menu and Amber Vases via 100 Layer Cake photography by The Nichols Photography| Floral and Fruit Crown via Bridal Musings photography by Sonya Khegay

Deep browns and purples look so lovely together, but can easily look monochromatic when paired together. Consider adding a blush pink to help add dimension and watch as your color scheme comes alive.


Colors: Rich Purple, Burgundy, Brown, Blush Pink, Ivory
 Elements: This is a great opportunity to reuse old amber or brown glass bottles, they are lovely and make great flower vases for your reception tables. Bring in little pops of gold with some of your wedding decorations. I love the idea of adding some deep brown or purple velvet ribbon or your may enjoy adding some plant dyed silk ribbon. Flowers: Karma Choc Dahlia, Stock, Olive Branches, Cymbidium Orchid, and blush Sahara Rose or ranunculus
  Fabric: Velvet, Silk, Lace & Taffeta

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

Happy Planning!

Delicate Winter Wedding Board

Since mother nature has decided to skip fall and go straight to winter this week, I thought it would be fitting to do the same.

The star of the show in this weeks inspiration board is the lovely silver brunia ball. This flower is one of very few flowers that naturally has a beautiful silver-gray color.

Credits (clockwise from left): Bride via Elizabeth Anne Designs photography by Jacque Lynn Photo| Wedding Cake via Brides photography by Erica O'Brien Cake Design| Winter Bouquet via Brides by Rountree Flowers| Dusty Blue Gown via Style Me Pretty photography by Benincosa Weddings| Tablescape via Wedding Sparrow photography by Brian Miller Photography| Gift Packages via Style Me Pretty photography by Esther Sun Photography

This color palette yields a very calm and serene atmosphere that gently reminds you of a soft winter snowfall.

Achieving this look can be very simple, here are a few suggestions to get you started:

Colors: Dusty Blue, Silver, Brown, Gold, and Cream
 Elements: Keep your color palette simple, white dinnerware and containers provide a wonderful foundation to build upon. Add in plenty of natural browns in the form of kraft paper, leather, wooden containers and pine cones. Touches of antiqued gold, used sparingly, make a very nice statement.
Flowers: Silver Brunia, Dusty Miller, Vendela Ivory Rose, Pine Cones, Seeded Eucalyptus
Fabric: Wool, Velvet, and Tulle

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

Happy Planning!

Honey & Fig Wedding Inspiration

The beauty this fall has been astounding. At every turn there are rich, luxurious shades of burgundy and gold. It is so easy to feel inspired when all nature is bursting with vibrant color.

Credits (clockwise from left): Bride and Groom| Cranberry Escort Card Display| Cheese Tray via Amy Atlas Styled by Styled by Belle photographed by Lee Bird Photography| Tablescape via Ruffled photographed by Jessica White Photography| Cake via Ruffled photographed by Crystal Stokes Photography| Menu Card via Once Wed Calligrapher Julie Doan photographed by Lanie Elias Fine Art Photograhy

This wedding inspiration board is full of lush, deep shades such as garnet and purple but also has some vibrant, lighter tones with pink and gold.

If you would like to achieve a look similar to this for your November wedding here are some options you can consider:

Colors: garnet, purple, burgundy

Elements: this is a wonderful time to use natures bounty such as blackberries, figs, and cranberries. A decadent and savory menu that includes these natural berries and fruits paired with an assortment of rich cheeses, honey, and prosciutto or ham lend a wonderful warm ambiance to your special day.

Flowers: White Dahlia, Coral Charm Peony, Icelandic Poppy, Baronesse Garden Rose, Dark Purple Dahlias, Lotus Pods, Hypericum Berry
Fabric: Satin, Velvet, Tulle

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

Happy Planning!

Lavender Fields Inspiration Board

 Lavender fields, golden sunlight, and stunning florals can work together wonderfully to create a gorgeous backdrop for your wedding day. What a beautiful way to celebrate the love you have for the man you will spend the rest of your life with.

Credits (clockwise from left): Wedding Dress via Style Me Pretty| Hydrangea & Rose Arrangement| Rings via Elizabeth Anne Designs| Boutonnieres via Minnesota Wedding| Flower Girl Dresses via Etsy| Lavender and Olive Branch Cake| Table Setting via Dreamy Whites| Escort Cards via Style Me Pretty

 This look can be achieved by any bride regardless of your proximity to a lavender field. A beautiful field of gold or green would look just as lovely.

Here are some other suggestions to help you as you dream and plan your lavender infused wedding day:

Colors: Lavender, Charcoal Gray, Green, and Gold

Elements: Rough, Natural Dark Grained Wood, Lavender Sprigs, Lavender Buds, and French Inspired Antiques

Flowers: Ocean Song Lavender Roses, Green Hydrangeas, Sweet Peas, Olive Branch

Fabric: Lace, Silk Taffeta, Tulle and Satin 

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

Happy Planning!

Blush Wedding Inspiration Board

Credits (Clockwise from left): Ruffle Cake with Cascading Roses| Romantic Earthy Wedding by Jose Villa via Once Wed| Blush Earrings via Poetry Jewelry| Blush Vera Wang Engagement Shoot by Caroline Tran via Grey Likes Weddings| Plaid Tie with Peony Boutonniere via Behind the Aisle| NH Abandoned Church Wedding {Gold, Navy, & Pink} by Rodeo & Co. via Wedding Chicks| Flowers in Wooden Container and Glass Jar by Jake + Necia via Style Me Pretty| Pale Blush Dress by Mint Photography via 100 Layer Cake| Blush Place Setting by Meghan Christine Photography via Engaged & Inspired| Lace Dress with Blush Flowers by With Love & Embers

If you desire a wedding that is soft, timeless, elegant, and just a tad rustic you can definitely achieve it with a blush wedding.  Here are some elements that make this inspiration board lovely and are worth considering as you plan your dream wedding:

Colors: blush, pale pink, ivory, white, gray, and touches of green (in your floral)

Elements: lace, wood, and glass

Flowers: Garden Roses, Ranunculus, and Dusty Miller

Quenched Thirst

Oh, this summer heat with very small amounts of rain has left our region extremely dry.

The dangerous conditions have caused me to think about my own life and how at times I have felt very dry and fragile. 

I know that I am not the only one who has felt this way.

We all, at some point or another, are left longing for more.



Even David,  the king of Israel, experienced periods of drought.

In Psalm 63:1 David cried out to God. "Oh God, thou art my God; early will I seek Thee:

my soul thirsteth for thee, my flesh longeth for thee in a dry and thirsty land; where no water is."

Jesus gives us the answer.  As we seek to satisfy our deepest longings and thirsts on our own.  He tells us in John  4: 13-14 "Everyone who drinks this water will be thirsty again, but whoever drinks the water I give him will never thirst.  Indeed, the water I give him will become in him a spring of water welling up to eternal life."

So encouraging to know that we are not on our own!

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Go For It!

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This motivational saying really inspired me today!  Just wanted to share it with you....

What plans are you making to pursue your dreams?