Outdoor Weddings Guide

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.

Top Four Spring Wedding Favors

admin — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 17:59:05 +0000

With spring on our heels, it’s time for many spring-time brides to start thinking about wedding favors. That’s right spring-time brides your time is almost near and hopefully one of the last things on your list is picking out your wonderful wedding favors. So I’ve come up with my top four spring wedding favors, to give you a few choices for your big day!

Cherry Blossom Wedding Favors

If you’re looking for something that offers an Asian twist you will absolutely love cherry blossom wedding favors. With cherry blossoms being popular during the spring season and originating from Asia—this favor will add that perfect flair to your perfect day!

All About Going Green: Bamboo Wedding Favors

Now days who isn’t thinking about helping the environment and being eco-friendly? The perfect way to bring this element into your wedding day, is by gifting your guest with bamboo wedding favors. These eco-friendly wedding favors not only speak volumes on your love for the environment but they are also pretty chic! They will make a great accent to your eco-friendly wedding.

Plantable Wedding Favors

If can’t tell by now-I am a lover for the eco-friendly wedding favors. One of my favorites to be exact is the plantable wedding favors. What better way to say thank you to your guest, than have them take home a personalized plantable favor—that allows them to plant seeds, give it a little love and care and watch it grow. This is the perfect recipe for your marriage.

Wine Wedding Favors

Getting married at a winery is definitely one of the trends in 2010. If you’re looking to add that special touch, you can start by creating your own winery atmosphere for your wedding guest—saying “thank you” by giving wine wedding favors. With wine wedding favors, you have a variety to choose from. You could either go with bottle stoppers, wine glasses, cork place card holders or wine cork candles. With wine wedding favors there are a tremendous amount of ideas you can explore.

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 Use Nature To Spruce Up Your Outdoor Wedding

admin — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 17:10:00 +0000

I am pretty sure that I have given several ideas on outdoor wedding venues. But I have some great additions to add to the ongoing list. 2010 is the year where many brides will embrace nature and take full advantage of the environment. I have a list of some great places where you can have your wedding, while taking advantage of the outdoors. So without further ado:

#1. Beneath the Trees: Instead of using an arch, you can find a nice spot where nice, huge trees and act as your arch. This natural arch makes for great photos and plus it makes for a great shaded area.

#2. Poolside: That’s right! If you have your very own pool in your backyard or a hotel’s pool you can have your very own poolside reception. With some great lighting and a nice tent your wedding is sure to be a showstopper.

#3. Secluded Meadow: Let nature take its course and be the perfect stage for your wedding. You and your guest will enjoy a serene, grassy field located in between mountains.

#4. A Sail Boat: Sail away with the love of your life. Having your wedding on a sailboat will make a great venue for an outdoor ceremony. Just imagine sharing this moment with your closest family and friends, this could be the picture perfect wedding. Just make sure you bring a couple of umbrellas and parcels just in case you run into some rainy weather.

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!

Hottest Wedding Dress Styles for 2010

Victoria Sinclair — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 20:42:18 +0000

Another year is winding down and we are Aidos to 2009 and hello to 2010 and our 2010 Perfect Outdoor Wedding Brides. I hope that many of our 2010 brides have already begun their wedding dress shopping but I know there are a few late shoppers out there, so without further ado here are the Hottest Wedding Dress Styles of 2010.

All About Layers and Shorter Hems

Many brides are going for dresses with Tiered Skirts. Any material from tulle, chiffon and organza will be a hot wedding trend in 2010. This style is perfect for the soft and romantic bride. While some brides like the longer hems, some like to show off a little leg. You will see more brides embracing the tea length dresses, which will be the cutest wedding dresses and the perfect party dress for the reception. The shorter hem-lines were pretty popular in 2009 and this look is rolling right into 2010.

Splash It Up!

With color that is. Adding a hint of color to weddings was a hit in 2009 and that trend is headed into the New Year. In 2010 some brides will be bolder with their color scheme and you will see more color in weddings than ever before. Brides may add color to their basic wedding gowns by using colorful sashes or by wearing a bold color shoe. It adds the POP factor to weddings.

Flow In The Wind With A Sleeker Silhouette

Many brides will not only add a splash of color but they will want to be draped in an airy fabric. Brides will break away from the heavy wedding dress material and go with a lighter fabric. Organza and Taffeta are the two most popular airy fabrics and are perfect for your outdoor wedding. Finally, many brides will opt to go with a sleeker silhouette type of dress. My all time favorite is the trumpet dress. This dress gives you a slimmer look and makes you feel wonderful!

If you are looking to be fashionable on your wedding day these tips will help you select the perfect wedding dress that fits your personal style.

How To Spruce Up Your Christmas Wedding

Victoria Sinclair — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 17:38:02 +0000

Many people consider Christmas to be the most wonderful time of the year; and it’s a perfect time to say, “I Do’. Having a Christmas wedding makes a beautiful event and since we only have a few days to go here’s a list of last minute things that you could do to spruce up your Christmas wedding.

1. Don’t forget to purchase your decorations. You make want to add ornaments, ribbon, lights or even fake snow. These little tidbits will bring your Christmas wedding to life.

2. You could book a Santa to act as your emcee or have him hand out favors as the guest leave.

3. Don’t forget the hot beverages. You want to make sure that you and your guest stay warm and having hot beverages will help keep your guest cozy.

4. Instead of having a gift table, you can have your guest place your gifts under the Christmas tree. This would be a nice little addition to your Christmas wedding.

5. If you are planning on having a cocktail hour, to spruce the evening up a bit instead of a band you can have Christmas carolers at your cocktail hour. Or have your band to play Christmas music.

Top 7 Wedding Trends For 2010

admin — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 19:09:47 +0000

Are you newly engaged and getting ready to set a date? 2009 is winding down and 2010 is right around the corner. As you begin to plan your outdoor wedding for 2010 keep in mind the top 7 trends for your amazing outdoor wedding ceremony.

1. Simple and Memorable: Many weddings will be based on the foundation of the ceremony and not the magnificence of the evening. Think about spending more of your budget on long-lasting memories rather than the appearance. Allot more of the money to go to photography or videography and scale back on other things (extravagant floral arrangements). You could even consider a longer honeymoon stay and focus less on the reception. You will be thankful for the memories after it is all over!

2. Home Sweet Home- Intimate and personal weddings in our backyard are another top trend for 2010 brides. Having your outdoor wedding at home brings a sense of togetherness and it helps personalize the wedding experience. You could also scale down on the guest list and go for a more intimate setting for your wedding ceremony.

3. Skip The Fondant- Out with the fondant and in with the butter cream. Don’t worry about butter cream icing being too messy for your outdoor wedding because many skillful artists can apply the butter cream to look just as smooth as fondant. Another plus, cakes with butter cream icing tend to save some extra dollars in your pocket.

4. Bring in the Favors- That are right! Favors for outdoor weddings are a big hit! Personalized favors are appreciated and many of your wedding guests will be grateful to have a “thank you” trinket from you and the groom! Remember a small token as a “thank you” goes along way.

5. Take Me Away- Destination Wedding are a big hit for future brides. With a destination wedding many couples including the bride and groom could use this as their great escape! When planning your wedding keep your options open for a destination wedding! Trust me, if you embark on this adventure it’s one you won’t regret!

6. Simply Lovely Colors-The hot colors for 2010 outdoor weddings include oranges, vibrant pinks, yellows and greens. Metal colors are also a big hit: gold, silver, copper and pewter. And the color black is back—many brides are going with the black and white mod look and it is just fabulous!

7. Going Green- Eco-conscience brides are popping up everywhere and that’s wonderful. Organic Outdoor Weddings are taking the wedding world by storm. Being more aware of how your wedding necessities are made, the food that you serve, how things are disposed, the lighting and where the event takes place. Being knowledgeable about the following can make you become a better eco-conscience bride!