Outdoor Weddings Guide » Victoria Sinclair

Going Green: Garden Wedding Inspiration

Victoria Sinclair — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 17:05:09 +0000

Summer time is one of my favorite times of the year because it’s one of the greatest seasons in the world of weddings especially outdoor weddings. I have a love for outdoor garden weddings and I am pretty sure that the newly engaged are looking for some great inspiration on what and how to intertwine certain elements together to create that special vision. I have created a very elegant but simplistic collage that’s meant to inspire and help create great ideas for your wedding ceremony.

Sweeten Up Your Outdoor Wedding

Victoria Sinclair — Tue, 25 May 2010 18:29:18 +0000

Want to make your outdoor wedding memorable? Well I have just the way to WOW your wedding guest: a fabulous desert table. You may wonder what the concept of a dessert table is and would it be too much if you had a cake?

All About Dessert Tables

The dessert table could be put in place of a cake or you could have it as a part of your wedding décor. You will be surprised how well placed food could make for a great wedding accent. A dessert table is one of the wedding accents that draw people in right away. Pretty colors, decadent sweets and a beautiful layout are sure to catch the eyes of your guest.

A few things to keep in mind before you set up your fabulous dessert table for your outdoor ceremony.

Make sure you keep in mind of the outside temperature so you can take the appropriate measures to keep your sweet treats from melting.
If you are having kids at or in your wedding, you may want to have someone keep an eye out for the dessert table. We wouldn’t want to little to make a mess.
If you or your groom want to taste a certain dessert and you have more than enough to display for your guest, feel free to take one sweet treat aside and hide it. If not, the night will come and go and you wouldn’t have gotten a taste of your dessert.

3 Fabulous Centerpieces For Your Outdoor Wedding

Victoria Sinclair — Mon, 17 May 2010 19:34:45 +0000

Creating fabulous centerpieces for your outdoor wedding is a great way to make your wedding reception like no other. The centerpieces enhance your tables and spruces up the décor. I have gathered up the some great centerpiece inspiration for your outdoor garden wedding.

#1. Potted Plants—Try having a few potted plants as centerpieces for your wedding. Be unique, have different types of plants making a circle in the center of your table or if you are having long table you can have the potted plants going down the center of the table. The potted plants could act as favors and a great eco-friendly centerpiece.

#2. Birdcage with Flowers—This unique centerpiece will definitely be the talk of your reception. The birdcage adds a great touch for outdoor wedding, especially a beach wedding. While yellow flowers are very pretty, you can use any bright color that goes along with your theme to make your tables pop.

#3. Rustic Centerpieces—Get really creative and create a nice rustic or vintage style centerpiece by using an older base and some fresh colorful flowers. Depending on your wedding colors you could also incorporate bowls of fruit as your centerpiece; this will complete your rustic outdoorsy feel and add a unique touch to your ceremony.

Making Your Outdoor Country Style Wedding Come To Life

Victoria Sinclair — Tue, 13 Apr 2010 18:19:21 +0000

Mix a bit of romance with some down home flavor and a nice outdoor scenery and you have yourself a great foundation for an outdoor country style wedding. Since you already have your theme for your wedding (country-style), you should focus on finding a nice outdoor location.

Country-Style Wedding: What to Look For When Picking Out an Outdoor Venue

Open Landscape: Look for a venue with a nice open landscape. It would be nice if you could have it in a park, on a ranch, on a farm or better yet in a relative’s backyard. The open landscape gives you room to create a country style wedding that fits your personality.
Nice Huge Trees: Trees could be used to hang rustic signage or simply used as décor for your ceremony. Using nature to the best of your ability will help bring out that rustic country feel.
A Farm House: Having your wedding in front of a farm house will make for great pictures. It will definitely incorporate the country-farm style appeal.

Accents That Bring Out Your Country Style Wedding

Flowers: Sunflowers or Daisies are a great accent to a country style wedding. It’s a great way to add color and to add a hint of pizzazz.
Wooden Signage: Making wooden signs adds a rustic feel to your ceremony. It also adds a DIY charm to your country style nuptials.
Stacks of Hay: Accenting your ceremony with stacks of hay helps to lure your guest in with a farm-like style.
Honey Jars: We can’t have a country style wedding and leave out the favors. You can let your guest take home their very own personalized jars of honey; this will add a country charm to your wedding reception.

Finding Wedding Inspiration Through Fabulous Cakes

Victoria Sinclair — Fri, 02 Apr 2010 17:48:27 +0000

Looking for fun outdoor wedding themes for your big day? If you are, I am sure I have one of the most uncommon places soon-to-be brides look for inspiration: Cake Books. Yes, cakes can give a lot of inspiration regarding your outdoor ceremony. Plus if you see a cake that you adore, you have killed two birds with one stone. Fabulously decorated cakes are great resources to help you pick out your colors and could also help you decide if you want an over the top wedding or a simple, classic wedding. I am sure you are wondering, how can a cake give a future bride wedding inspiration? Well you may come across a three-tier simplistic cake with a couple of flowers on the top. The color of the flowers could give you great ideas on a color scheme. Or you may decide that you like the idea of a classic cake and you may decide that you want a more intimate wedding. You may also come across a cake that may have a ribbon

lining the bottom of each tier and you may decide to get a sash to go around your dress. You may decide to do away with a cake and go with cupcakes. This shows that you want a relaxed and fun wedding–you be the bride that want a outdoor wedding. Many brides don’t understand that your wedding cake tells a lot about your personality.

While we are on the subject of cakes, if you happen to see a cake that you love you must keep in mind when and where you are having your ceremony. For example if you are having your wedding in the middle of July in an area where the temperatures are known to creep pass 90 degrees. You may want to re-evaluate what type of icing you want to have or make sure there is an area to keep your cake cool, until it’s time for serving. In the meantime, you could have a fake cake on display for your guest to drool over.

Good luck on finding unique wedding inspiration. Just remember to be creative but remain true to yourself!

Outdoor Weddings: Unforgettable Celebrations in Storybook Settings

Victoria Sinclair — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 13:59:28 +0000

With spring and summer on our heels, many brides are preparing for one of the most special days of their life. Luckily, I’ve found another great resource where you can get some outdoor inspiration. Outdoor Weddings: Unforgettable Celebrations in Storybook Settings is a great book full of creative and fun ways that will inspire you during your outdoor wedding planning. The great wedding photographer Mallory Samson appeals to all types of brides and invites readers on an extravagant illustrated tour of 15 beautiful weddings in a variety range of surroundings. From a Napa vineyard wedding to a five-day Texan style wedding extravaganza, there are plenty unique ideas for you to choose from. Outdoor Weddings in the perfect dream book for brides-to-be who want to swap vows in the perfect outdoor setting.

Choose the Perfect Veil for Your Outdoor Wedding

Victoria Sinclair — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 17:42:21 +0000

There are so many unique styles to choose from when selecting your perfect wedding veil. The variety of materials, designs, and decorative details available may be a bit overwhelming, especially for what may seem to be an insignificant part of your extravagant event. However, a veil can be a vital part of your wedding apparel, whether you are selecting a veil for religious reasons or for its pure beauty. Here are a couple of things to take into consideration when selecting your veil:

Length
Fullness
Fabric
Decorative Details

Depending on the style of your dress, your face shape, hair length, and your individual preference, the variety of veils available for you to choose from are innumerable. If you know ahead of time what you are looking for, specifically considering these four details, then finding your perfect wedding veil will be a piece of cake!

For an outdoor wedding you may want to consider a veil of shorter length. A long veil can be elegant and beautiful, especially when delicately flowing behind you in the natural breeze, but your wedding day weather may not be “picture perfect” and a long veil would certainly interfere. You may prefer a thin, light fabric for your wedding veil, but for an outdoor wedding consider selecting a slightly heavier fabric, like chiffon. The fuller, heavier fabric will stay in its place better than a finer fabric such as bridal tulle. Also, you may want to consider selecting a veil with decorative jewels or diamonds around the edges or at the bottom, which will assist in holding the veil in its place throughout the ceremony.

If you are a DIY bride and have the time and creativity, try making your own wedding veil. First, decide on your veil’s length, fullness, fabric, and style. Here is what you will need:

Scissors
Small veil comb (or tiara with comb)
Fabric glue
Needle, thread
Fabric (of your choice, most commonly soft tulle)
Embellishments (diamonds,ribbon, lace, jewels, pearls)

Some sample measurments:

Shoulder-length veil: cut 24 inches of fabric
Waist-length veil: 32 inches
Fingertip-length veil: 40 inches

Step 1: Measure fabric to your desired length, fold the fabric in half, and cut.

Step 2: Sew your finished edges—add lace, ribbon, or other elegant trim (if desired).

Step 3: Add your embellishments—add diamond or jewels with fabric glue.

Step 4: Gather the veil together at the top and sew it into the comb using a needle and thread with a running stitch.

Be sure to try your veil on, see that it lays properly, and that you are happy with the placement of each of your embellishments. Finally, your perfect, personalized veil is complete!

Low Centerpieces: Perfect For An Outdoor Wedding

Victoria Sinclair — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 19:46:09 +0000

When having an outdoor reception you must have the perfect centerpieces. Your centerpieces are a way to let your guest know your style as well as bringing positive attention to the reception tables. Luckily, in this day and age there are so many different types of centerpieces you can choose to bring your outdoor wedding reception to life. My personal favorite for an outdoor wedding ceremony are the low centerpieces. The low centerpieces add a hint of calmness and it rather chic. Another great thing about low centerpieces is that many low centerpieces can be your very own do-it-yourself project. When having an outdoor reception you must have the perfect centerpieces. Your centerpieces are also a way to let your guest know your style. Luckily in this day and age there are so many different types of centerpieces you can choose to bring your outdoor wedding reception to life. My personal favorite for an outdoor wedding ceremony are the low centerpieces. The low centerpieces add a hint of calmness and it rather chic. Another great thing about low centerpieces is that many low centerpieces can be your very own do-it-yourself project. Here is a helpful video that shows you how to make your very own low centerpiece for your outdoor wedding reception. Enjoy!

How To Make Your Wedding Event a Huge Hit

Victoria Sinclair — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 21:33:45 +0000

In the wedding industry many tren ds are constan t ly evolving and there are always many ways to impress your wedding guest. Everything from immaculate venues, to the top notch cakes to the gorgeous wedding dress. Yes those things are sure to make your weddin g event a big hit but today we are talking about the smaller touches that are guaranteed to wow your wedding guest.

A Jaw Dropping Exit

After your wedding ceremony you will be on cloud 9, so I say keep riding the wave and go out with a bang! Create your own mini-parade and make sure your hostess pass out sparklers, rose petals, confetti and/or bird seeds to make your day extra spectacular. You could also get a couple of trumpet players to end your exit on a high note.

Switch It Up!

While this may be costly to some I do have two different ideas, so hear me out. Make a grand entrance to your wedding reception in a totally different dress from your wedding. The dress doesn’t have to be expensive but it should be fun and flirty. It’s your wedding receptions so have a little fun. For those of you brides who are like me, very economical, you could switch up your hair style, your jewelry, your shoes or add a sash. Whatever you do make sure you add some pizazz–that alone will make your guest say: Wow!

Leave Your Signature

No, not that signature! It’s your wedding day, so you and your groom should allow your guest to embrace your personality by serving up a signature drink that represents you. You could go with mojitos because you guys may be huge fans of Spanish cuisine. Or you could do a white Russian because it is always your go to drink. Many future brides go with certain drinks because they are colorful and accent their décor. You want to make sure that you have the bartender who will be making your drinks allow you to have an opportunity to having a signature drink tasting. If you don’t drink alcohol, you can always do a non-alcoholic beverage. It’s your day and what you say goes. Ultimately, you want to make sure this drink is very well made and that it represents the newlyweds.

Boy, I’m Hungry!

If you are having an evening wedding reception, many of your guests will have danced their food and then night away and it will be a great surprise if you have semi-late night snacks for them. You could provide mini burgers, mini pizza round and my favorite chips and salsa. Trust me, this will be sure to put a smile on your wedding guests face.

Make the Night Memorable!

What better way to make the night memorable than to have a fireworks show after your wedding reception? Or you could also look into renting a confetti cannon, this will be sure to end one of the most memorable nights of your life with a bang.

How To Handle Outdoor Wedding Bloopers

Victoria Sinclair — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 16:35:35 +0000

I am pretty sure that this is a touchy subject but nonetheless a funny one too. I am talking about Outdoor Wedding Bloopers and how to handle them if one comes up on what’s supposed to be one of the most “perfect” days of your life.

This is one of the days that Murphy Law seems to hold true: “Anything that can go wrong, will go wrong.” Sad but true. Unfortunately, many of the wedding bloopers seem to involve young children in wedding parties. Children are not as patient and calm as adults especially when we want them to be, so if you are having smaller children in your wedding party—pack your patience.

Another perfect moment for an outdoor wedding blooper is if you are having an outdoor wedding in 95 degree weather. While I love outdoor weddings, they require a lot of details and attending to. With type of weather you are trying to avoid excessive perspiration, guests or any member of the wedding party becoming overheated and trying to make sure the cake doesn’t melt—if you are having an outdoor reception. You want to make sure that you have hand fans, plenty of water and it maybe a great idea to provide handkerchief as wedding favors.

Another common blooper that occurs during outdoor weddings and some indoor weddings is the bridal party tripping down the aisle. I know many of the ladies will be wearing heels while they are making their way down the aisle including the bride. So it will be a great idea to invest heel stoppers. They come in different colors and are very popular in the U.K. The price is very economical and it could save your wedding from becoming apart of the “wedding blooper reel”.

Just make sure that while you are in your planning phase attend to all the details both big or small so your wedding can run smoothly. I am not promising that it will be blooper free but it should still be one of the best days of your life. Don’t forget to pack your patience, while I know it may be pretty hard but it will be for your own good. And have a light-hearted attitude, so you are able to laugh if you find your wedding joining the “wedding bloopers” club.wedding blooper hilarious!