tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29004099485234311012024-03-05T03:17:00.007-08:00Something BlueA wedding blog for the modern brideChristieBhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04892342397562365584noreply@blogger.comBlogger14125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2900409948523431101.post-28152730447857876292011-01-30T18:37:00.000-08:002011-01-30T18:40:38.968-08:00Gray Color Schemes<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"></div><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Gray is a very popular color right now and it's a fabulous choice for your wedding color palette. I picked out my top three gray color schemes and added some pictures for inspiration. Pictures spied at <a href="http://theknot.com/">theknot.com</a>. Enjoy!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif; font-size: large;">Gray & Yellow. Modern.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif; font-size: large;">Gray & Pink. Romantic.</span><br />
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Megan & Michael<br />
March 8, 2009<br />
San Antonio,TX<br />
<strong>Megan's favorite part of the day</strong>: <em>My favorite part of our wedding was how intimate it was. I loved being able to spend time with each of our closest friends and family during our ceremony and reception!</em><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Josie & Scott</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">October 18, 2003</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Ottawa, IL</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><strong>Josie's favorite part of the day: </strong><em> Our wedding day turned out to be gorgeous and I just enjoyed being with all the people close to me. From breakfast first thing in the morning until we said goodbye late that evening, I had a good time. My all time favorite moment though has to be laughing at the guys during pictures and I'm so happy our photographer, Ashley Poskin, caught everything on film. I laugh every time I look at this picture.</em></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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<strong>Leah's favorite part of the day:</strong> C<em>an I say wearing my Kenneth Pool wedding dress?! It was amazing! Some other little things that I'll never forget - my flowers (white roses, calla lilies, hydrangeas, peonies & alstroemerias), my flower girl in black (how rebellious?! haha), antique brooches for my hair as well as my "something borrowed" jewelry. Obviously nothing tops marrying the man of your dreams ;) I. am. blessed. ohhh, and Eli rented a black 1940s car to whisk us away. our honeymoon destination? paris! the most amazing trip. ever.</em><br />
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</div>ChristieBhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04892342397562365584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2900409948523431101.post-23562242489117384102010-11-10T19:59:00.000-08:002010-11-10T19:59:40.390-08:00Shoes! Need I say more?I kind of have this thing for shoes. If you're wearing a great pair of shoes don't you just feel great? So why would you have anything less for your wedding day? Check it.<br />
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When: August 15, 2010<br />
Where: Excelsior, MN<br />
Bride's Dress: J. Crew - Chiffon and Organza Dune gown<br />
Bridesmaid Dresses: J. Crew - Cotton Cady dress in cypress green<br />
Menswear: Express pinstripe pants and vests, and plaid ties given to the groomsmen as gifts by the groom<br />
Colors: Cypress green and an array of bright colors<br />
Best part: The LOVE!! Ever notice that when you're at a wedding where you can really tell that the bride and groom are so happy and are having loads of fun, usually the guests are happy and having loads of fun? That was Bo & Megan's wedding for sure. But I can't go without mentioning the location, being lakeside was so beautiful!<br />
Money saving tips: Megan and Bo didn't use floral centerpieces, so really the only thing they needed flowers for were the bouquets and the arch. They got their flowers from a farmer's market and ended up spending less than $100 for 8 bouquets and flowers for the arch. Also, when you have beautiful scenery, you don't have to go crazy with decor. So if you are getting married somewhere naturally pretty, keep it simple and save some $$.<br />
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Now let's hear from the bride!<br />
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Favorite part of the wedding day: <em>Hard to pick a favorite part really. I loved our ceremony. It was such a beautiful setting. Although my heels kept getting stuck in the grass and I almost tipped over from the wind at one point. I think my most favorite part was meeting Bo on the steps for the first time. We had planned to meet down by the dock, but then he caught a glimpse of me taking pics with my bridesmaids, so he came running up the steps not able to wait to see me:)</em><br />
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Most stressful part: <em>I never felt stressed at all. Two of my bridesmaids, who are married and have been in several weddings, were very 'seasoned' to weddings and were always one step ahead of me making sure I didn't see any little details that maybe didn't work out. Aside from them, we had soooo many other helpers! I had alot of cousins from California that did alot of the prep work and were my little angels for the day. My dear cousin Stina from California was my personal attendant/makeup guru. She ran around with me touching up my makeup and carrying extra bobbie pins. Everyone really pitched in and did alot to make the day so special. Bo and I didn't have to do any of the work! </em><br />
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Would you have done anything differently? <em>We had a bit of a fiasco with the groomsmen outfits! Two vests were not purchased on time and had sold out, so I bought two extra pants and had them converted into vests. When I got them back, the seamstress had used velcro instead of making button holes, so I had to have someone else create button holes. These vests ended up costing 3x as much as they should have. And when the wedding day came, we left those two vests and Bo's, all on the same hanger, at my parents house. Bo had to wear his cousin Ben's vest, and one of our ushers had to give up his pants to one of the groomsmen because he had the wrong color. SO, all that to say, I think if I did it again, we would buy all the guys clothing and then have them reimburse us. It was so complicated getting them to go to Express! </em><br />
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Any tips or recommendations for other brides-to-be? <em>We tried to keep things pretty simple. Our centerpieces consisted of birch bark candles that my dad and grandad made, and IKEA lanterns filled with green apples. It was pretty cheap and it looked really pretty. At our event center we stayed away from chair covers, specialty linens, tulle, and much more to keep the cost down. It was such a pretty space that it didn't need any fancy decor. So my suggestion for brides that are on a budget, pick a location that is already beautiful so you don't have to do much decorating. </em><br />
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Now for my favorite part, PICTURES! Photography was done by Lisa Beth Anderson. Check out her website <a href="http://www.lbanderson.com/">here</a>.<br />
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When: June 26th, 2010<br />
Where: Christ Community Church - Ottawa, IL<br />
Bride's Dress: Oleg Cassini - strapless faille with a sweetheart draped bodice<br />
Bridesmaids Dresses: David's Bridal brand - tangerine cotton sateen strapless dress with ruching and pockets<br />
Colors: Tangerine and Fuschia<br />
Best part: The personalized details (like Lindsey's dad's famous homemade carmels for favors) and the close community of friends and family that surrounded Jason & Lindsey. It was so evident how supportive everyone was of this marriage and that is such a joy to see.<br />
Money saving tips: Jason and Lindsey had both their ceremony and reception at their church. After the ceremony was over guests were ushered to the lower level for hor'dourve while a crew of us upstairs were transforming the space into a reception hall. This is a huge money saver as a reception hall can sometimes be the biggest chunk of money. Another money saver was not having a DJ and making their own mix of tunes on an iPod. They just had a friend running the sound when needed!<br />
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Here's a few comments from the bride :)<br />
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Favorite part of the wedding day: <em>I think just being surrounded by a myriad of people from different times and years of our lives was almost time-machine like. It was neat to witness the past and present in one room. I enjoyed dancing to our ipod mix of tunes...and to see Jason dancing was great. Lastly, our exit was a rush! To run through a tunnel of people supporting us, cheering for us...What a way to be ushered out!</em><br />
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</div>Most stressful part: <em>The day went very smoothly! I guess the most stressful part was when it came time for Jason and I to go table to table to meet and greet. Some guests wanted to talk for a long while and catch up on life but we knew there were several more tables to go to...so how to manage our time that way was a little tricky. Because of time I think there were a couple tables we didn't get a chance to greet.</em> <br />
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Would you have done anything differently?: <em>Honestly, no. It was the funnest day of my life. And I think the little quirks of the day and everything that went in to it made June 26 so special.</em> <br />
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Now for some pictures!! Photography was done by <a href="http://www.impactlifephotography.com/">Jeremy Reed</a>. <br />
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Where: Boone, NC<br />
When: June 18th, 2010<br />
Colors: Navy Blue & Ivory<br />
Bride's Dress: Marisa<br />
Bridesmaid dresses: J. Crew<br />
Best part: The beautiful surroundings<br />
Money saving tips: Andy and Beth did so many great things to save some money. They made their own cake (and it was great!), they took advantage of the beautiful setting and didn't go overboard with decoration, and they had their own homemade photobooth. Sidenote: Photobooths are in high demand right now, but can be extremely expensive. What they did was found a spot in their reception hall and put up a backdrop (you can just use a large piece of fabric), had a table with fun props, and then they put up their own camera on a tripod with a remote and let people have fun!<br />
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Here are some pictures. Unfortunately, I only have pictures that guests took...so they may not do it justice. But enjoy anyway!<br />
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For a very nautical look try navy blue and yellow<br />
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I know that in my last blog the destinations I wrote about are absolutely stunning...but they may not be so affordable for most. So I want to encourage the budget savvy bride to look into Mexico. Mexico has some incredibly beautiful locations and the prices are an absolute bargain. When choosing a destination, it is my personal opinion that it is best to choose an all inclusive resort because you will get the biggest bang for your buck. Many all inclusives will offer special deals on wedding packages if you book a 5 day stay with them. Just remember to always always ALWAYS check reviews before booking your stay/wedding. A good website with tons of reviews is <a href="http://www.tripadvisor.com/">http://www.tripadvisor.com/</a> Also remember that when you are booking a resort in a country like Mexico, you want to always do a 4 or 5 star resort. If you are nervous about booking online, just go to a local travel agent and be sure to give them your criteria and ask them to recommend places that have been a big hit amongst their clients. To get you started, here are some cool places I found at great prices :)<br />
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<strong><em><a href="http://realresorts.com/The_Royal_Playa_Carmen/">The Royal Playa del Carmen & Cancun</a></em></strong><br />
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The Royal Playa del Carmen is a four star all inclusive resort that boasts the 2010 Traveler's Choice Award (Trip Advisor). The rates are great and their wedding packages give you tons of options. <br />
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<strong><em><a href="http://playafiesta.com/">Playa Fiesta - Puerto Vallarta</a></em></strong><br />
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I was really excited when I found Playa Fiesta. The reviews on this place are all great and it looks like such a nice place. They have tons of info for weddings and you can get anything from fireworks to live music. This is a must see if you are considering a wedding in Mexico. The only negative I have found with this place is it's availability. It looks pretty well booked for 2010. I would suggest calling and seeing when their next availablity is.<br />
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<strong><em><a href="http://dreamsresorts.com/drehu/plan-your-wedding.html">Dreams Resort and Spa - Huatulco</a></em></strong><br />
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I wanted to include a resort located in Huatulco. Huatulco is a lesser known resort town on the Pacific side of Mexico, and for this reason you can often get quite a deal. Check this place out for a sure bet on a beautiful wedding. <br />
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Be sure to check back soon for more on destination weddings!ChristieBhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04892342397562365584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2900409948523431101.post-42274076914246713422010-02-15T09:31:00.000-08:002010-02-15T09:31:38.425-08:00Destination Week!!So at the request of my good <span style="font-family: inherit;">friend</span> Leah, I'm going to be doing some fun stuff on destination weddings. The more I looked into it, the more I realized there are so many different directions you can go and so many different options. So I'm going to try and show you some of your different options (although I probably won't even scratch the surface) with my first being on lavish, tropical destinations.<br />
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<strong>Grand Old House ~ Grand Cayman</strong><br />
The first one I want to share with you is on Grand Cayman, and I chose this for two reasons. The first being that I wanted to find something on the Cayman Islands because of Leah....being that she asked me to do this I wanted to do something that reminded me of her (I remember her going on a vacation there and loving it). Then when I came across this specific place, I thought it was something a little different than your typical beach wedding, which I like. It's a restaurant called Grand Old House and it's right on the beach. What makes it different for me is that you can still have the amazing, tropical back drop but also have this traditional and elegant setting. I suppose it's a little hard to explain, so check out the website for photos and more info. <a href="http://www.grandoldhouse.com/">http://www.grandoldhouse.com/</a> One negative that you might find with this one is that it is just a restaurant so you would have to find a different place to stay, where as with resorts you can usually do the whole package.<br />
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<strong>Turtle Bay Resort ~ Oahu, Hawaii</strong><br />
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Okay so I had to do one in Hawaii. I have never been there, but when I think tropical destination wedding I think Hawaii. I chose this particular resort because I personally know someone who has stayed there and said it was just perfect and it was also the setting for one of my favorite movies...Forgetting Sarah Marshall :) Having your wedding at the Turtle Bay Resort means having the total package. They have several different options for location all throughout the resort, an amazing menu for catering, your very own team of experts helping you along the way, and different packages made to meet your individual needs. Check out the website for all the details. <a href="http://www.turtlebayresort.com/">http://www.turtlebayresort.com/</a><br />
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<strong>Likuliku Lagoon ~ Fiji</strong><br />
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I also wanted to do one that was absolutely exotic. This location would not be for a larger group of guests. Probably the more intimate the better, and I'm not going to lie, probably most of your guests wouldn't be able to afford it anyway. This place is ridiculously expensive....but if you have the money then this place would be amazing. I don't know how much it would help, but they do have a special right now when you book a 5 night stay they throw in their wedding package for free. Check it out <a href="http://www.likulikulagoon.com/home.cfm">http://www.likulikulagoon.com/home.cfm</a><br />
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I could probably keep going and going on places like these, but I'm going to move on. There will be more to come on budget locations, U.S. locations, beautiful color schemes to go along with your beach wedding, and even Vegas weddings!ChristieBhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04892342397562365584noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2900409948523431101.post-18401461872882789422010-01-29T12:57:00.000-08:002010-01-29T13:02:06.550-08:00Saving on your wedding dressThere's not too many of us who aren't on a budget these days. And I think it's safe to say that most of us don't have a $5,000 budget to spend on the wedding dress like the girls on <em>Say Yes To The Dress</em> do. So here are some tips on how to spend less on your wedding dress and still look absolutely fab.<br />
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Buying off the rack: I used to work at a bridal store and one of the best ways to bargain a great price is to buy off the rack (You should know that if you special order your dress it is nearly impossible to get a discount). If you find a dress you love and it is close to fitting you, always find out what kind of discount you can get for buying off the rack. MOST dresses can be altered <em>down </em>two sizes, depending on the beading and/or lace. If the dress is too small on you, then you are probably out of luck depending on how small. Typically, a dress has a 1/2 inch extra fabric on the side seams (1 inch total) that you might be able to let out, but be careful! If the store has a seamstress on staff have them come out and take a look. You should also inspect the dress carefully for flaws before you buy it because most of the time these sales will be final. Also, some lace dresses cannot be hemmed and need to be ordered hollow to hem, just be sure to ask your consultant! One last thing you should know about buying a dress off the rack is that if it is a brand new dress, the store still may not give you any discount...look for last season's dresses.<br />
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Accessorizing: Something else you can do is buy a plain dress that is less expensive and dress it up with accessories. I was browsing my favorite site (<a href="http://www.etsy.com/">http://www.etsy.com/</a>) and came across some super cute options. Take a look!<br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=11009511">Button bouquet</a><br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=39484069&ref=cat2_gallery_2">Silk Flowers</a><br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=39565087&ref=sr_gallery_2&&ga_search_query=felt+flowers+bouquet&ga_search_type=handmade&ga_page=&includes[]=tags&includes[]=title">Felt bouquet</a><br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38764055&ref=sr_gallery_7&&ga_search_query=feather+bouquet&ga_search_type=handmade&ga_page=&includes[]=tags&includes[]=title">Feather bouquet</a><br />
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<a href="http://weddings.theknot.com/Real-Weddings/60142/detailview.aspx?id=60142&type=3&specific+detail=feathers&ps=20&keep=-1672457645">Feather boutonniere</a><br />
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<a href="http://www.paper-source.com/cgi-bin/paper/kits/flower-kits.html">Paper bouquet</a><a href="http://www.paper-source.com/cgi-bin/paper/kits/flower-kits.html"></a>ChristieBhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04892342397562365584noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2900409948523431101.post-82240706315142537742010-01-28T17:15:00.000-08:002010-01-28T17:15:33.162-08:00Finding the perfect vendorPicking the right vendors is one of the most important steps you can take towards your dream wedding. I cannot stress enough that you should always do your research! If you have a great team behind you, your wedding day is ALMOST guaranteed to be seamless. The great thing about the internet is that there are readily available reviews on websites such as <a href="http://yelp.com/chicago">Yelp</a>. You can always use friends who are married as resources too. Ask them what they liked or didn't like about a certain vendor. Even if you aren't going to use the same vendors as them, just by knowing the kinds of problems they had helps you to know what to look for or to stay away from. I am going to leave you with some favorite vendors of mine to help you get started on your way to finding your perfect fit!<br />
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<a href="http://twobirdsphoto.com/">Two Birds Photography</a><br />
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<a href="http://www.flaneurvideo.com/">Flaneur Videography</a><br />
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<a href="http://www.senicasoakridge.net/">Senica's Oak Ridge</a>ChristieBhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04892342397562365584noreply@blogger.com0