Captivating Valentine Inspiration Board

When I was in elementary school my parents started a tradition that followed through to high school, they had flowers delivered to me every Valentine's Day. I remember waiting in anticipation, as I went to my classes, to hear that a delivery was waiting for me in the school office. The hope of what was to come was great: what kind of flower would it be, what color, would there be a balloon (or many balloons), and what would the card say. That tradition built a fond love of Valentine's Day which, of course, was later transferred to my husband.

 Valentine's Day is a day for dreamers, for the romantic, and for those who love to love.

Credits (Clockwise from left): Centerpiece via Grey Likes Weddings Photography Jen Huang Photo| Silk Ribbon via The Birmingham Bride| Bride with Bouquet via Wedding Chicks Photography Ashley Leslie Photography| Book of Love via Ruffled Photography Paper Lily Photography| Table Number via Wedding Chicks Photography Ashley Leslie Photography| Floral Lanterns via Style Me Pretty Photography Jenna Henderson| Stationery via Style Me Pretty Photography White Loft Studio| LOVE wall via Style Me Pretty Photography Landon Jacob

Take that love of Valentines Day: the balloons, the flowers, the decorated boxes with little love notes slipped inside and turn it into something captivating. That was the inspiration, for me, behind this board. The idea is the same, but the elements are a little more sophisticated.

Here are some suggested ways to make this look your own.

Colors: Shades of Red from the deepest burgundy to the palest pink, white, cream

Elements: Flowers,"LOVE" in type or on display, hearts, pretty ribbon, lace embellishments,

 Flowers: Dahlia's (choose an assortment of large and small bloom size), Peonies, Snapdragon, Tuberose, Spirea, Vernica

 Fabric:Taffeta, Lace, Silk Ribbon

Favor Ideas: Shortbread/Butter cookies in a gift box with red and white adornments

 

 

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Happy Planning!

Angie

Caramel & Creme Inspiration Board

Credits (clockwise from left): Dress| Boutonniere via Style Me Pretty Photography Delbarr Moradi| Place Setting via Elizabeth Anne Designs Photography Jacque Lynn Photography| Glass Ornaments via So Much More Than NL| Bouquet via Style Me Pretty Photography Urth Studio| Cake via Martha Stewart Weddings Photography Landon Jacob| Hand Warmers via Banff and Canmore Wedding Planner Photography Orange Girl| Programs via Style Me Pretty Photography Jonas Seaman

Chocolate, caramel, ginger, and creme: the holiday season, and all of the baked goodies that accompany it, bring a wonderful sense of comfort and home. They also serve as great inspiration for this board.

Wouldn't it be wonderful to have a wedding that evokes this sense of warmth and charm? Although easily adaptable to a fall wedding, it is the use of greenery and warm rustic elements that establishes this particular look for a winter exchange of vows.

Here are some suggested ways to get started in making this look your own.

Colors: Brown, Camel, Taupe, Ivory, Cream

Elements: Brown Mercury Glass, Hammered Gold Serving Trays, Gold Candlesticks and Cake Stands, Velvet Ribbon, Rough Wood

 Flowers: Bowl of Cream Peony, White Lydia Spray Roses, Ice Cream Hybrid Tea Rose, Lysianthus Buds and Flowers, Scabiosa Seed Pods, White Ranunculus, Evergreen Garlands, Juniper Twigs

 Fabric: Velvet, Wool, Cashmere, Lace

Favor Ideas: Wool Hand Warmers, Tree Saplings

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Happy Planning!

Blush and Flurry Inspiration Board

Winter weddings are so lovely and when paired together with a very unlikely blush pink they become magical. This inspiration board showcases a handful of stunning images that capture the tenderness of a wedding day adorned with gentle snowfall and subdued adornments.

Credits (clockwise from left): Blushing Bride via Style Me Pretty photography by Orange Girl| Cake via Style Me Pretty photography by Karyn Louise Photography| Donuts via 100 Layer Cake-let photography by Heidi Lau Photography| Peony Bouquet via Wedding Chicks photography by KT Merry Photography| Boutonniere via Elizabeth Anne Designs photography by averyhouse| Bottle in Basket via Style Me Pretty photography by KT Merry| Place Setting and Menu via Ceci Style photography by KT Merry

I love how uncomplicated it would be to create a  wedding with this ambience simply by adhering to 2 main elements: blush pink and gold. If you are blessed to live in an area that is guaranteed to have snow on your wedding day be sure to capture it's beauty in your photos and include the wonderful surroundings in your celebration.

Here are some suggested ways to make this look your own:

Colors: Blush, Pink, Gold, White, and Ivory
 Elements: Rose Colored Glassware, Gold Glassware, Gold Flatware, Glitter Paper

 Flowers: Blush Peony, White Hydranges, Star Blush Light Pink Spray Roses, Blush Garden Rose White O-Hara, Dusty Miller, Pink Snowberry, White Astilbe, and Ivy

 Fabric: Organza, Fur, Cashmere

 

Don't be discouraged if you live in an area where you know there will be no fluffy white precipitation. You can still achieve this look with some simple planning. An abundance of bright natural light and white space can create a brilliant soft glow that is equally stunning.

For some additional inspiration I highly recommend checking out this post that was found on 100 Layer Cake-let this baby shower absolutely pulled off this look (without the presence of snow). 

 

Credits: Party via 100 Layer Cake-let photograhy by Heidi Lau Photography

 This is a great reminder to think outside the box when finding inspiration for your big day. Sometimes your design inspiration can come from the most unexpected places.

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Happy Planning!

Warm Christmas Inspiration Board

Hello Friends! I hope you had a lovely Thanksgiving and that you were able to create some beautiful memories with friends and family. Now that Christmas is in full swing I am sure you are probably in the midst of decorating your home for the Holidays, shopping for gifts, and enjoying some nostalgic Christmas music. 

All of the sights and sounds of Christmas served as wonderful inspiration for this festive Christmas board. A bit traditional with the typical red and green seen this time of year, but with a bit of black thrown in to add some warmth.

Credits (clockwise from left): Bridesmaid and Flower Girl via weddingomania| Packaged Vehicle| Thermos Tablescape photography by Jenna Henderson Photographer via Ruffled| Bride and Groom photography by Amber Lynn Photography via Wedding Chicks| Boutonnieres| Boxwood Wreath on Black Door via La Buena Vida| Cake Topper photography by Amber Lynn Photography via Wedding Chicks| Place Setting photography by Love Is a Big Deal via Green Wedding Shoes

 If you would love to have a Christmas wedding with a traditional and timeless look but don't really know where to start, here are some suggested elements to get your started:

Colors: Red, Green, Black, and White
 Elements: Tartan Plaid, Gift Wrapped Packages, Pine Cones, Holiday Dinnerware and Decorations (include decorations that showcase things found in nature - eliminate Santa Clause and Snowmen), Flowers: Red and White Roses, Cedar Sprigs, Pine Cones, Holly Berries, and Evergreen Wreaths Fabric: Tulle, Fur, Flannel, and velvet

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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!