Weddings

Happy Memorial Day weekend! We hope you all have something extra fun planned! Photo credit: Cade Martin + Design Army for Washingtonian Bride & Groom

Inspiration Board brought to you by Glam Box Weddings We have just fallen in love with burlap, it's so simple, has so much texture and frankly, is super affordable. So why not? Exactly! When we saw this board on Glam Box, I knew we had to share it with ya'll. Don't you just love the Vintage Country Chic Burlap'y wedding? The romance, the simplicity, and the classy rustic feel makes me think I would just love being a guest at this wedding. What are your thoughts on Burlap? Love it? Hate it? Think it should be left at the Feed Store?

The wedding has ended, and it is time to move in together and combine your lives. Time to create a cohesive space that reflects both of your personal styles. You may just end up like my husband and me — filling each and every space of our home with furniture and knickknacks galore … except our bedroom. Oddly enough, our bedroom is where we spend most of our free time. Sadly it was boring and in dire need of a splash of color and whole lot of pizazz as you can see below. Since we are both busy bees, we did not have the time to devote to making our bedroom a special space. Luckily, we live super close to Kirsten of Simply Grove, and enlisted her services in our bedroom redesign. Thankfully her process was extremely simple, and mostly done online. Love that! Read on to hear about the entire process and how all of you can have Simply Grove redesign your new bedroom or any room for that matter. You can see all the photos in the full gallery here photographed by Boise wedding photographer Amanda Cherie Photography. The heart painting behind our bed was tremendously easy — with a few supplies and three short steps we had an eye popping piece for about $30. Everything for the painting was purchased at Micheals. Including: canvas, gold glitter spray paint,red acrylic paint and brushes. 1. Spray the canvas and let set overnight. Be careful the glitter scatters. 2. Print out a heart and center it on the canvas. 3. Paint your heart and let it dry. We did about three coats of red paint to make it look extra pretty. On Simply Grove‘s Process: Kirsten assessed our style (ok, mostly mine), then made a Pinterest board where she added products for us to review. From there I would say yay or nay. You can see the board here, and actually find all the products that made our room come to life. Below are a few of my favorite pieces that made the room come to life, including my favorite piece that tied the room together — a grape and indigo zig rug from Sernea and Lily. We are ecstatic on how everything turned out! 1. Brass Ring Table Lamp from Serena and Lily 2. Michelle Armas Halcyon Print 3. Sand/Navy Diamond Sheet Set from Serena and Lily 4. Magical Thinking Feather Curtain Tie-Back 5. Grape and indigo zig rug from Sernea and Lily 6. TOO by Blu Dot Sideburn Lounge Chair in Gray Botanical on sale for $139 7. Hanging Light Bulb Glass Terrarium As you can see, we love plants. For those of you who do not have a green thumb, a resurrection plant might be a great fit. We bought ours from a little shop in Boise, Idaho called Bricolage. These little plants can die and come back to life with a little water. The post Wedding Chicks Bedroom Redesign By Simply Grove appeared first on The Wedding Chicks. The content in this post is for personal use only and may not be syndicated on other blogs. If you see this content on a URL other than The Wedding Chicks, please send an email to info@weddingchicks.com with the infringing URL.

Goodness! Who would have thought that launching a magazine to compliment this little blog of mine would have been such a runaway success? Ever since we published issue 2 of this yearly magazine, waaaaay back in August last year, the orders have been coming in daily. Gareth, who packs and ships every single one by hand, has been a busy bee for sure, and a regular fixture at our local Post Office! He’s obviously been doing his job pretty damn well too, because he told me this week that issue two is now officially sold out. Whoa. However if you missed out and you’re now kicking yourself for it, don’t fret because we have a small batch of seconds (mags that aren’t 100% perfect) which we’d like to offer to you, with a massive third slashed off the original price. The imperfections are minimal, nothing more than a few lines of smudged text on the last page, but we were not prepared to ship them in less-than-perfect condition at full price. So, rather than wastefully destroying these slightly flawed magazines we agreed a massive price-cut is the best option for everbody concerned! The original price has been knocked down from £14.99 to just £9.99… And yes, that still includes free worldwide delivery! I know, we’re too damn good to you. But be quick as we only have a handful of them left, and once they’re gone that is literally it for issue two. There will be no other way for you to get it. And before you ask, yes, issue three is currently in the works! I’ve been writing, rewriting, gathering and planning ideas for this next edition for the past few weeks and I’m hoping it can all be ready to publish in August again, so watch this very excited space! So what are you waiting for? As the magazine store also states, issue two is sold out. Nab a ‘seconds’ edition for only £9.99 with free shipping!

I am really in love with vintage posters like the Cinzano one from Art.com I used to inspire today’s inspiration board. It conjures up a cosy intimate setting with plenty of candle light, plenty of good food and good wine (and please let there be lots of cheese!). I love that using a poster like this as your inspiration can introduce bold combinations and dramatic details – red bridesmaid gowns, big, gorgeous veils and bright Autumn toned floral arrangements. I envisage plenty of foodie touches too- cheese wheels instead of cake, jars of olives, bottles of red wine, a bare table filled with bread sticks and boards of charcuterie. Cizano poster from Art.com, bouquet from Floret Flowers, Red dress photo by Jen Huang via Reverie Magazine, cheese wedding cake from Formaggi Othello, bride photo by Lauren Kinsey via Snippet & Ink, Table setting photo by  Braedon Photography via One Hope Weddings, Menu photo by Robin O’Neill Photography, via Style Me Pretty, Couple photo from Martha Stewart Weddings, olive jars from Camilla Styles Want More? Check Out These Posts: Urban Blush Wedding Inspiration Mint & Gold Gala Wedding Inspiration Floral Fantasy Wedding Inspiration

The Couple: Christina and David The Wedding: 2.23.13 - Carlouel Yacht Club, Clearwater, Florida What three adjectives best describe your wedding? Family, friends and fun. What was your wedding color palette? White, sand and pearl. What inspired your personal wedding style, and how did you incorporate your style and personalities into your big day? We love the beach but wanted a classic feel! Looking back, what are the moments, decisions or memories that you love the most about your wedding? Being with our friends and family. What piece of advice would you give to a bride planning her wedding today? Make sure you have a back up spot if your venue is outside and the weather doesn’t turn out how you would like it. The Wedding Team: Photographer: Kristen Weaver Event Planner: Sarah Fairbain of One Fine Day Ceremony & Reception Venue: Carlouel Yacht Club Videographer/Film Maker: Bill Waller Officiant: William Burrowes, a family friend Catering: Carlouel Yacht Club Cake: Chocolate PI Wedding Dress: Solutions Bridal Bridesmaids’ Apparel & Accessories: Olga's Bridal Groom & Groomsmen Apparel & Accessories: Sacinos DJ: Jacob of Music on the Move Transportation: Danny Green, vintage Bentley 1955 Favors: Flip flops to wear on the beach Rentals: M&D Events Rings: Tiffany's Thank you so much Christina and David! See more beach wedding photos in our Wedding Photo Gallery!

If you are organising a wedding you will be aware of the potential stress that come hand in hand with such a massive personal event. Your wedding is seen as one of the most memorable and treasured days of your life, so you will want the day to run smoothly. A lot of weddings nowadays are set in the outdoors – some in a marquee or a barn. One of the main points to consider for this type of event is portable toilets for you and your guests. Hiring a Portable toilet Hiring a portable toilet is a necessity as you will need to ensure your guests are catered for in regard to their sanitation needs. By hiring a reputable and experienced portable toilet hire company, they can cater for weddings on either a small or larger scale. Do not be dismayed or horrified at the mention of portable toilets. This commodity has seen a fantastic improvement in their standards in recent years. No longer are they claustrophobic, smelly and un-flushable. Portable toilets can now arrive in a luxurious state giving you both comfort and hygiene. The toilets can vary on their standards but you can include accessories and products such as air fresheners, heating, soaps, and hand towels. You can even have a stereo system included if this is what your preference and budget allows. It is essential that hygiene and cleanliness are a priority. Most portable toilets will now provide hot running water. These basics will allow the guest to enjoy your day, without the restroom situation being an issue and the talking point of your day. Self-contained toilets The toilets arrive in a trailer unit and are all self-contained coming with their own water tank. As normally the wedding event will only last one or a couple of days there will be no requirement for additional water or a service on the toilets. All toilets will comprise of an electricity supply, however, it is important to note that nothing else should be fed through this particular socket. It is entirely up to you if you wish to have an attendant monitoring the portable toilets. If the numbers of guests are several hundred then this could be a good option to ensure that the toilets are kept clean. Further, any washing facilities can be constantly restocked. The luxorious option Luxury portable toilets will give you the peace of mind that is necessary for your big day. Delivery of the toilets can be arranged with the portable toilet hire company at a time where it will not conflict with any other part of the wedding. By discussing your needs with the company this will arrange a facility that is right for your wedding day, number of guests and of course as a priority, your budget. I write for a local business magazine in the Hertfordshire area. The post Wedding In The Great Outdoors appeared first on Dream Weddings on a Budget.

Great Gatsby Destination Fiji Wedding Photo by Tamiz Photography There has been a noticeable shift in fashion and trends with the release (and pending release in Australia) of The Great Gatsby. Art-deco inspired gowns and stationary, a hark back to glamour and opulence, with embellished jewellery and strings of pearls. We’ve loved seeing it all roll in, and, of course, drooling over the star’s fashion on the red carpet! I myselft don’t have the hips for the 20′s style (girls with curves will understand my morbid fear of the drop-waist), however it’s a style that screams sophistication and gives a wonderful rebellious nod to gender ambiguity in the cut. This week, we’ve launched a new series on Polka Dot Groom (welcome Mr Herringbone and his culinary skills!), and we’ve shared some fabulous weddings, advice and DIYs. If you missed anything, or just want a refresh – here’s the weekly roundup of our specialty blogs! This Week On Polka Dot Weddings Polka Dot Weddings is the blog where real brides write about their weddings and share their experiences. Inspiration abounds so click on each image to read more.     1.Real Wedding – Great Gatsby Destination Wedding 2. Real Bride Advice - Inspired Words – Celeste 3. Real Journey – Our “First Look” in Fiji4. Real Wedding –  Megan & Carl’s WEdding Video  5. Sneak Peek – Your Wedding Cake This Week On Polka Dot Wisdom Polka Dot Wisdom is a treasure trove of advice, news and wedding planning tips! Written by wedding professionals you could almost plan your whole wedding by following this, the wisest of all blogs! Click on the images to read more.       1.What Would They Know - Katie Colgan of Loui Col Designs 2.Vendor’s Favourites – Diamond Love Collections 3. Event Review – Watson’s Bay Boutique Hotel Launch Brunch 4.Polkadot Office - April 2013  This Week On Polka Dot Made Polka Dot Made is your source for all things handmade including weekly DIY projects to make for your wedding or engagement.      1. Etsy Roundup – Cool Cosmetics 2. Tuesday Type – Wishes Script 3. DIY – The Professionals – Ruth from Felt Foxes 4. DIY Tutorial - Ombre Metallic Vase Tutorial 5 Cocktail Friday – QT Sydney Hotel’s Espresso Martini  This week on Polka Dot Honeymoons The wedding is over, the dust has settled and now it’s time to get away from it all! Find resort reviews, inspiration and real honeymoons every week on Polka Dot Honeymoons.    1. Hotel Review – QT Hotel Sydney 2. Polkadot Travel Lounge – Naomi From SALT Retreats  This week on Polka Dot Groom Polka Dot Groom is dedicated to all things groom. Inspiration, advice and style for the Australian groom.     1. The Dish – With Mr Herringbone - Rare Roast Beef & Asparagus Crostini  2. Inspired Memories – Luke 3. Real Groom Style – Rob What’s in a name? Well, the team at Photographs by Pavlina Matt have made the change to Shy Fox Photography, as it’s not just Pav that takes the pics anymore, and they really liked the name!  Check out their lovely new website for more info! Fi Fy Fo Fum Designs has just launched a fab new website (so much lovely colour!). A place to find great designs for all your wedding stationery, and to celebrate, they are offering one lucky Polkadot Bride reader a $250 voucher! To enter simply leave a comment below and tell us, in 25 words or less, what you would use the voucher for!  Entries close next Thursday 30 May 2013. Who doesn’t love a sale? This Saturday only (May 25), Henry Roth is having a huge sale, with up to 80% off wedding gowns and bridesmaid dresses! Doors Open at 9am Sharp at the Henry Roth Sydney Design Studio Level 2, 87 Foveaux Street, Surry Hills NSW 2010 We’re excited to share a fab new service just launched by the lovely Alicia of Akimbo!  Called the Clever Hello Club, it’s a month

Such awesome images - brilliant ideas!

Love the bright and vivid colours used in this ultra trendy colour palette!! My favourite is the pop of blue against the white dress- stunning