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Wedding Tip Wednesday – The Pinterest Bride
Are you using Pinterest to help plan your dream wedding?
If you are, you aren’t alone and this tip is especially for you.
In my Confessions of a Wedding Pixie, I admitted that I spend wa-a-a-y too much time on Pinterest. When I first discovered it, I spent hours, upon hours pinning away. I went pin-happy, as I like to describe it. Since I’m an avid pinner it should come as no surprise that I encourage brides to use it. Pinterest is wonderful tool to have at your fingertips as it provides a platform to get your own creative juices flowing while also giving you the ability to easily organize and manage all of those ideas in one spot. As useful and inspirational as Pinterest can be to you, a bride in the process of planning her wedding, the key is figuring out how to use it to your advantage and knowing when to stop before you reach a world of indecisiveness and ambivalence.
In the early stages of planning, when many couples often don’t know where to begin, I advise to set aside some time and go pin-happy! Browse as many boards as you possible can to find ideas you love and that inspire you. Challenge yourself by asking, “I love this, but how can I make this even better for my wedding?” Or “how can I take this idea and put my personal touch on it?” Asking these questions will help you avoid tunnel vision and instead, create a wedding that reflects your individuality. Don’t be afraid to build your collection of ideas by exploring the boards that are non-wedding related. You never know where you will find that idea you absolutely love. It could be from a wallpaper pattern, floral arrangement or piece of fabric. When you do, it will set the foundation for your dream wedding.
Once you have your inspiration, STOP! That’s right! Stop the browsing and the pinning. I know it’ll be tempting to continue searching for the latest and greatest pins but you have to draw the line somewhere before you go overboard. If you continue searching you will run the risk of overwhelming your guests with all the details and let’s be realistic, you can’t do it all anyway. Limit yourself to a few cohesive details with personal meaning. Have fun and remember YOUR big day will be everything that you’ve been dreaming it to be without having to keep looking for more.
Happy Planning…and Pinning!
Looking for inspiration? Check out my boards here
Post image via Pinterest
Eye Candy Galore – Romantic Ambiance
At first, it may be difficult to imagine how an industrial warehouse-like building complete with limestone walls and timber beams cutting across a vaulted ceiling could possibly provide a backdrop for a wedding. However, for this week’s Eye Candy Galore, here’s an awesome example of just how possible it can be.
Wow!! Packed with old-fashioned charm and character, The Fermenting Cellar in Toronto’s historic Distillery District creates quite the picturesque wedding setting. I especially love how the elaborate chandeliers are accented with crystal detail to give the space dim, yet shimmering lighting. These chandeliers along with the soft-colour floral decor (by floral designer Jackie O) give this wedding a romantic and intimate vibe.
This is romantic ambiance at its best. SO. PRETTY.
For more Eye Candy Galore, check out the full feature here. Trust me, you won’t be disappointed.
Post image by K Push Studios via WedLuxe – True Love, True Luxury: Brodie and Philip
Wedding Tip Wednesday – Invitations
Sending your invitations to your family and friends is a task that comes later in the wedding to-do list however; you should begin thinking about them early in the planning process as they set the tone for your wedding. When your guests open the invitation, it should speak to what kind of wedding they are going to be attending. Ivory cards with black calligraphy exude formality while invitations that take the shape of and look like a boarding pass or luggage tag signify a destination wedding. When done properly, carefully selected details such as the colour, texture, shape and wording make for impactful invitations that express your wedding style.
More Invitation Tips and Tricks:
*Don’t email your invites. Sure, it’s the environmentally friendly option but an occasion of this magnitude deserves printed invitations. And remember, there are ways you can be environmentally conscious when it comes to your invitations. Making a wedding website to convey hotel information and maps is a great way to reduce the amount of paper used.
*Gathering the addresses of your guests can be a tedious task so start early. Have a guest that is moving? Be sure to call them before mailing them the invitation to ensure you are going to be sending it to the right place.
*Assign each guest a number in your master spreadsheet of guest names and addresses. Then write that number on the back of the response card. This will be helpful in identifying who replied in case they return the card but their name is written illegibly or missing all together.
*After all the energy you put into making your invitations flawless to make a good first impression on your guests, be sure to set one aside for your use. Some couples will ask the photographer to take a few shots while others will put it in a frame and display it in their home.
Make sure to come back next Wednesday for more wedding tips.
Happy Planning!
Post image by Bryan Gardner via Martha Stewart Weddings: 9 Host Lines Scenarios to make wording your wedding invitations super simple
The Wedding Pixie’s Top 5 – Celebrity Wedding Dresses of 2014
In 2014, we’ve definitely seen some of the biggest names in Hollywood walk down the aisle and tie the knot. From Kim and Kanye to Adam Levine to Brad and Angelina and of course most recently, George Clooney, the list of celebrities who came down with wedding fever this year seems to go on and on…and on! While there are still 3 months left in the year, I may be jumping the gun to be doing this now but I just couldn’t wait to put together my Top 5 list of Celebrity Wedding Dresses of 2014. Enjoy!
1. Casey Wilson – Married David Caspe on May 25th
When this Happy Endings’ actress walked down the aisle earlier this year, her wedding went under the radar thanks to Kim and Kanye, who also tied the knot the same weekend. While the world was giving focus to Kim’s dress, I fell in love with Casey’s lacy Monique Lhuillier creation. Sure, there are similarities between the two dresses but I think Casey did it so much better with her long, romantic, semi-sheer sleeves, which are just pure perfection. Come on…SO. PRETTY. To top it off, as a sucker for personal touches, I love how she had a piece of her mother’s wedding dress sewn into her dress for “something borrowed.”
Post image by Corbin Gurkin via US Weekly Magazine – Exclusive Photos: Casey Wilson Married!
2. Jessica Simpson – Married Eric Johnson on July 5th
Stunning is the only word that first came to mine when I saw Jessica’s strapless champagne and gold multi-layer tulle gown. This exquisite Carolina Herrera princess gown featured delicate gold embroidery and a cathedral length veil.
Post image via People Magazine Exclusive – Inside Jessica Simpson’s Wedding: “My Kids Got a Standing Ovation!”
3. Lauren Conrad – Married William Tell on September 13th
Known for her young, modern and sophisticated style, I was anxious to see Lauren’s look for her walk down the aisle and let me tell you, she didn’t disappoint. Her Badgley Mischka two-tone Chantilly lace dress with crystals and pearl beading is simple and chic yet glamorous.
Post image by Elizabeth Messina/Getty Images via US Weekly Magazine – 2014 Celebrity Weddings
4. Amal Alamuddin – Married George Clooney on September 27th
With her gorgeous custom-made Oscar de La Renta gown, Amal may have been propelled into the media spotlight by marrying Hollywood’s Most Eligible Bachelor but she is quickly becoming a style icon on her own . In one of the most star-studded weddings of the year, Amal walked down to the aisle to George in an off the shoulder, French lace gown with embroidered pearl and crystal embellishments. The dress, which also featured a full train and cathedral length veil, is timeless and elegant and will surely inspire hundreds of copy-cat looks in the years ahead.
Post image via Hello! Canada Magazine – George Clooney and Amal Alamuddin’s Wedding Photos in Hello! Canada
5. Katie Couric – Married John Molner on June 21st
You may be surprised with this selection but I think Katie Couric got it right when she said “I Do” in this ivory crystal beaded and embroidered Chantilly lace halter gown by Carmen Marc Valvo. It was perfect choice for her intimate backyard summer wedding. Kudos Katie!
Post image by Brian Dorsey Studios via Today Style – Beautiful Bride Katie Couric shares wedding pictures with Today
Honourable Mention: Angelina Jolie – Married Brad Pitt on August 23rd
Ok, I have to admit when I first saw the pictures of her dress, I was (gasp) disappointed as I wasn’t expecting it to be so simple. After all, this is Angelina Jolie who “WOWS” on the red carpet time after time so I guess I expected the same type of reaction when it came to her wedding dress. Although gorgeous, it just wasn’t what I was expecting. Now however, a couple months later, I think the silk-satin Versace gown with the long, flowing skirt fit their intimate and low-key wedding perfectly. I especially loved the artwork drawings of her children that were sewn into the dress and veil. What an incredibly special personal touch.
Post image by David James/Getty Images via People Magazine Exclusive – Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie’s Family Wedding Album Appears in PEOPLE
Eye Candy Galour – Gorgeous Gold
This exquisite and lavish wedding setting by internationally recognized floral and event designer, Karen Tran is an absolute treat for the eyes. From the grand floral arrangements to the soft pink and gold colour palette to the smallest details in the candle holders, what’s not to love!
For more Eye Candy Galore, check out the full feature here. Trust me, you won’t be disappointed!
