Friendly Inspiration: Belle

by Lavender Elizabeth, April 11, 2015
To see the inspiration behind this pastel wedding, be sure to check out the intro post here!

Belle's Friendly Inspiration:

The Colour Palette: The main colours will be lavender, butter yellow, pink and white, with an accent of green.

The Invitations: To combine the colour scheme and the springtime season, these birdcage invitations will surely excite the guests.


The Ceremony Spot: With a large tree to stand behind the couple and a view of the vineyards, this is the perfect ceremony spot.

The Reception Space: This venue offers the perfect space for the dancing portion of Belle's wedding. Since she was concerned with her older relatives getting cold, having the dancing inside is the perfect solution.

The Extras: Since the dancing will be held indoors, dinner will be held outside to enjoy the beautiful spring weather. The venue also offers an outdoor bar and beautiful rustic details.

The Bride:

The Dress: This BHLDN dress is the epitome of what Belle wants: lace, slim fit, backless (within reason), and a slight train.

The Look: Belle couldn't decide between an updo or half-up, half-down, so I went looking for a middle ground - a loose updo. This look will also look great with a pearl-trimmed veil.

The Accessories: Belle wants simple pearl jewelry, with a little sparkle, so the combination of the crystal and pearl bracelets, along with pearl drop earrings fulfills her wishes.

The Bridal Party: The bridesmaids will wear this beautiful pink and lace Watters dress, with this gorgeous pink, white, and yellow bouquet. The flower girls will wear these adorable Lilly Pulitzer dresses in the clover cup print.

The Groom and Groomsmen: A grey suit will look great with a light pink shirt and Lilly-insired bowtie. A simple pink peony boutonniere will be the final touch.

The Decorations:

The Flowers: A mix of lavender, white, light pink, and butter yellow flowers will decorate the ceremony and reception.

The Ceremony: To line the aisle, the inner chairs will be draped with fabric, along with floral details. Since the backdrop of the ceremony is already so beautiful, simple decor is the way to go. A wooden arch will be adorned with hanging floral bulbs and teardrop crystals.

The Escort Cards: A wooden backdrop with clothespins and escort cards will lead guests to their seats.

The Reception: A butter yellow runner will be the base for the birdcage and floral centrepieces, along with coloured candles in heirloom and milk glass votives. White chargers and lavender plates will set off a patterned pink napkin formed into a bow with a pearl napkin ring.

The Dessert: Different cake stands - in lavender, yellow, and pink - will showcase three different single-tiered cakes in the lavender, pink, and white. When deciding on favours, Belle wanted candles (see below) and something sweet, so I decided on a cookie garden. Different cookie options will be on the cake table with the help of heart-shaped and circular stands.

The Drinks: When I found these Lilly-inspired straws, I knew they would be perfect for Belle's reception. Three different variations of lemonade (original, lavender, and pink moscato) will be served in mason jars with the coloured straws.

The Favours: Candles with the couple's custom monogram will be given to the guests as favours. They will be displayed in the indoor reception space with rustic bookshelves and tables.

Check back next weekend to see a wedding in the woods and Monday to see a spotlight on Allure Bridal gowns.

Friendly Inspiration Intro: Belle

by Lavender Elizabeth, April 10, 2015
This week's Friendly Inspiration is a relaxed, pastel wedding. Tomorrow, I will show you all of the details - be sure to check it out!


The Inspiration

Color Wheel: Past, Present, & Fuchsia

by Lavender Elizabeth, April 08, 2015
Wednesday's are officially Color Wheel Wednesday! Each week I'll show you one of two things: a new color or a new color palette! This week is a single, bright colour: fuchsia!

Color Wheel: Fuchsia

Light pink and fuchsia macaroons.
Bright fuchsia bridesmaids.
Walk the fuchsia carpet to your wedded bliss.
Fuchsia floral archway.
Fuchsia boutonnieres with ribbon.
Fuchsia flowers in golden pots.
Bright bouquet.
Bow-tiful fuchsia heels.
Glittered bridesmaids envelopes.
A ruffle ombre cake.
Petal outlined invitation.

Is this bright color in your fuchsia?

For more, check out my Pinterest board: Colour Wheel: Pink.

Top 5: Capturing Your Girls

by Lavender Elizabeth, April 07, 2015
Today marks the start of {top 5} Tuesdays! Every other week, I'll post different categories with my favourite five ideas! Be sure to check back to see top fives of cakes, dresses, photos, and more!

This week: My top five bridesmaids shots every bridal party should have.

The Before Shot Photo

The Getting Ready Photo

The Big Reveal Photo

A Loving Embrace Photo

A Uniquely Angled Photo

For more gorgeous wedding photos, check out my Pinterest board: Capture the Moments.

Etsy Spotlight: Paper Dainty

by Lavender Elizabeth, April 06, 2015
Today begins my {Monday Spotlights} posts. Each Monday, I will Spotlight different aspects of weddings - from Etsy shops to venues to photographers and more. To start, an Etsy shop by the name of Paper Dainty. If you're looking for unique wedding invitation suites, programs, or sweet signs, this is the shop for you. Below are some of my favourite finds!









Friendly Inspiration: Maddison

by Lavender Elizabeth, April 04, 2015
To check out the inspiration behind this rustic barn wedding, be sure to check out the intro post here!

Maddison's Friendly Inspiration:

The Colour Palette: Mixing natural colours like brown, cream, tan, and sunflower yellow with light pastels makes for a beautifully coloured wedding.

The Invitations: Maddison wanted a barn wedding with mason jars and lights everywhere - when I came across this invitation, I just knew it was meant to be!

The Venue: Cayucos Creek Barn

Ceremony: A rustic barn is the perfect backdrop for the nuptials.

Reception: The barn opens up to a spacious room perfect for a celebration.

The Bride:

The Bridal Gown: This Tia Adora gown is so unique! With its off-the-shoulder detailing and the beautiful back, it was both my favourite choice and Maddison's.

The Look: A braided updo will be adorned with two types of hair pins: bejewelled and white gardenias. To top off the look: an embellished veil that is thin enough to show off the back of the gown.

The Accessories: A beautiful bouquet filled with the colour palette and the requested sunflowers will be carried by the bride. For some rustic whimsy, this gorgeous garter will be added to her look. For the jewelry, simple silver and diamond earrings, necklace, and tennis bracelets will be worn.


The Bridesmaids: The bridesmaids will hold a bouquet with the same yellow and purple flowers as the bridal bouquet, which will match a gorgeous buttercup Jim Hjelm Occasions dress.

The Groom and Groomsmen: The men will go sans jackets for a more relaxed feel, along with brown slacks, a cream dress shirt, a yellow tie, and sunflower boutonnieres.

The Decorations:

The Flowers: The main flower used in this wedding will be sunflowers, accompanied by cream, sage, lavender, peach, and white flowers.

The Ceremony: To keep the rustic feel alive at the ceremony, the barn will act as the backdrop, only decorated with cream chiffon drapes and a floral garland. The aisle will be decorated with hanging mason jars filled with flowers on the outer chairs.

The Reception: Per the bride's request, the inside of the barn will be completely covered in lights - with twinkle lights, lanterns, and chandeliers. Small pendant flags in the colour scheme will liven up the space.

The Reception Tables: Burlap and lace are the quintessential rustic fabrics, so it's only natural to have a runner made of the same materials. Atop the runner will sit distressed cream square plates, a sage napkin, and a sunflower place card. The centrepieces will be mason jars filled with flowers, wooden candle holders, floating flowers, and mason jar table numbers.

The Cake: A wooden tree stump is the perfect cake stand for this sunflower decorated cake.

The Drinks: A sign with the words: "Your glass for the night for whatever tastes right; Yours to keep, let it help you find your seat" will help lead the guests to their mason jar cocktails, along with their table.

The Favours: Something sweet and savoury will be waiting for the guests in simply decorated mason jars filled with salted caramels.

Friendly Inspiration Intro: Maddison

by Lavender Elizabeth, April 03, 2015
This week's Friendly Inspiration is a rustic barn wedding! Check back tomorrow to see it in detail!


Inspiration:

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