Fairytale Wedding

Summer is a wonderful season for an outdoor wedding, but even if you’re having an indoor ceremony, these personalized (and coordinating!) aisle runners are sure to delight!

Aisle runners may be traditional wedding decorations, but Cathy’s Concepts created a modern approach full of color and flair.  They have several available designs that also coordiante with many other available must-have decorations.

When it comes to your Cinderella theme wedding, bridal shower or other princess-worthy event – one size does NOT fit all!

Your personal, magical Cinderella style should shine through.  Pronounced with Cinderella theme wedding invitations, crystal carriage favors or a faux glass slipper a top your cake.

Looking for wedding accessories for a modern-day fairytale themed wedding?  Many bridal shops can special order theme wedding accessories such as Fairy Tale Dreams Collections by Wedding Star or Lillian Rose.

If you want an elegant in white “Happily Ever After”, then Choose from Lilian Rose ring bearer pillow, guest book and pen set.  If you’re looking for a modern, colorful twist then go with Wedding Star accessories in white with silver, pink and orange stitching.  Either way, these romantic collections will magnify your dream come true wedding day.

You love your cake design.  You spent hours browsing and time working with the baker – there’s just something missing.  A perfect cake is complete with a perfect cake top.  Sure, your baker can create something from scratch, but what if…

You can’t loose with a romantic cake figurine.  In fact there’s Romantic, Vintage, Modern, Traditional or even Humorous all rolled into a line of new wedding cake tops by Wedding Star.

Looking for a creative way to display table numbers AND for an item that goes with your theme-related decor?  The silhouette pictured above is artsy, unique AND proudly displays table numbers.  Best part is that it is available in many silhouettes and colors, so you’re sure to find a perfect match to your other wedding decorations!

This particular piece is wooden, featuring the popular “Love Bird” motif to create a table centerpiece with adorable charm. Combined with other elements from nature you can create a look that has a simple yet stylish appeal for your special day!

As a wedding professional I’ve seen it all.  Decorators and consultants are always trying new methods of turning a possibly drab area into a romantic setting.  Quick and easy setup and even quicker clean up is a bonus!  If you are having your ceremony in a beautiful chapel, then atmosphere may not have to be created from scratch as much as say, an open field in the great outdoors.

Floral arrangements are a fairly simple way to create a romantic atmosphere quickly.  However, they’re not the only way!  Though wedding ceremony decorations do vary a little bit depending on your location, generally the ceremony will take place in a more confined area.  Concentrate on this area by having surrounding areas pull you in to it.  For instance, use tulle or organza draped around or through pews or awnings to draw attention to the ceremony area.  Your budget may determine the amount of extravagance.  That’s OK.  You don’t want the “alter” area buried.  After all, this is a popular setting for pictures.  You don’t want your wedding day photos to look cluttered.

This year’s spring and summer weddings are sure to find some new, cool, and unique wedding favor options.  With the ever-popular beach or destination theme, or the unique vintage or fun carnival theme weddings, come favors that match!

Some of the more unique wedding favors for the season include the following by Kate Aspen: lemonade, ice tea or margarita mix sets, birdcage tealight place card holders, kissing fish salt and pepper shakers, Popsicle shaped soap, large lollipop favors and so  much more!

One of the most popular DIY areas when it comes to weddings are invitations.  There are many reasons to make your own wedding invitations.  Whether the bride-to-be wants something original, personal, unique, handmade or just wants to save money.

Make your own wedding invitations really pop with glitter, confetti or sequins.  Dazzle potential guests with your charm or elegance by attaching  personal photos or pearls to the parchment paper.    Use shaped hole punches!  Personalized ribbon or layering the paper between the cover and printed page make a nice affect.  Many brides-to-be have used lace or satin material in their invitation packets.  This is especially nice for hand-delivered invitations.

One thing I find a lot of bride’s don’t consider when choosing a flower girl basket is the flower girl that will be carrying out down the aisle.  Sure, it’s just for a short period down the aisle, but don’t forget about the time spent the rest of the day and especially the time and comfort of the wedding day photos.

A flower girl basket worth holding on to…shouldn’t be too large or awkward for the little girl that it is intended for.  One of the worst type of baskets I’ve seen are the type with flowers or prickly decorations going all around the handle.  Where is your poor flower girl suppose to put her hands?  And how can a four to eight year old be held responsible for holding onto something heavy or awkward for most of a day taht she should be having fun?

Red roses, live birds and nature were the setting for this fairy tale wedding theme.  The bride didn’t choose a particular fairy tale story for her theme.  Instead she included wedding accessories that pronounced “Happily Ever After” and went with an abundant amount of red and white roses, animal “friends” and lots of whimsy and character.

My favorite part about this fairy tale wedding theme was that she allowed her three flower girls to each choose their favorite fairy tale princess to dress up as.  Snow White, Belle and Cinderella were all at this Bride’s event!