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[/field] [field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”] Anna Louise and Walker’s wedding reception awakened fearless displays of blue hydrangeas and indescribable floral installations that maintained a timeless and elegant feel. Her veil, a sentimental family heirloom, was made from the fabric of her grandmother’s wedding dress.[/field]
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field] [field title=”Groomsman Attire”]The groom selected to create a custom tuxedo by Mister Tuxedo located in Dallas, Texas. Upon entering the reception guests were delighted with dinner which included a show stopper, chili and pineapple braised short ribs. Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us
field] [field title=”Florals & Decor”] From Ariel Chiu: we leaned into the opulent gilded interior of Hôtel le Marois and kept their wedding reception design elegant and clean. John the Baptist, followed by their wedding reception at Hôtel le Marois. White and gold is a forever timeless combo.
A note-worthy detail that does not surprise us, was the off-the-shoulder straps that easily and comfortably tucked into the dress following the ceremony, making it easy to dance during the reception. field] [field title=”Groomsman Attire”]Nathan, the groom, wore a classic tan suit with simple, modern styling.
After visiting numerous designers, I found myself at Kleinfelds where I fell in love with a gown by Verdin Bridal New York! I provided guidelines to help them choose and they crushed it! They found gorgeous blue dresses at Reformation, Show me Your Mumu and Jenny Yoo. Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us
Both pieces come from the CHOSEN collection by KYHA, pairing the Milford skirt with the Kasia corset. field] [field title=”Bridesmaid Dresses”]Shelbys Bridesmaids selected from various styles of dresses, all from the Show Me Your Mumu collection in steel blue.[/field] Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us
They hosted their ceremony and reception at La Casa Toscana, a private Tuscan estate in the heart of Southwest Florida. She later changed into a second look by Retrofte, with sparkly beading to complement the luxurious feel of their dinner party.[/field] Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us
The gown’s rich fabric and detailed craftsmanship make it a timeless choice, embodying both tradition and sophistication for the bride’s special day.[/field] Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us Post tags: Post categories: Real Weddings , Romantic , The Blog
field] [field title=”Groomsman Attire”] The Groomsmen’s tuxedos were from Mr. Burch. field] [field title=”Readings, Ceremony Music, Reception Songs”][/field] [field title=”Special Detail #1″]The first gift the groom ever gave the bride was a jewelry tray with lemons on it.
Charmed reception tables were set with blue glassware, bud vases, and dainty white and blue flowers. Maggie did her own hair and makeup as she tucked a few white flowers organically into her soft chignon. She also designed all of the paper goods and signage for the event. Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us
Dynamic high and low centerpieces filled with vibrant blooms added texture to the reception space. field] [field title=”Special Detail #1″]The couples favorite moment from their wedding day was the private vows they did during their firstlook. pearl earrings, necklace and bracelet.
Did I also mention that the bridal suite is every bride’s dream?! :) The venue was also very close to the historic Mission, where we took our firstlook. field] [field title=”Groomsman Attire”]Tom wore a classic black tux, “skinny fit” as it looked best on his body type.[/field]
The reception design included a standing cocktail area and two tents. Behind the cake was the window where you could see the floral and entrance into the reception tents. field] [field title=”Special Detail #2″] Sara is so happy that she decided to do a firstlook.
The reception design included stunning and lush white florals paired with neutral linens and tapered candles. field] [field title=”Bridesmaid Dresses”]The bridesmaids looked effortless in a dark green Jenny You gowns, with each member choosing the cut of her individual dress.[/field]
The planning team kept things neutral in the reception space with floor length ivory linens from BBJ. field] [field title=”Readings, Ceremony Music, Reception Songs”][/field] [field title=”Special Detail #1″]The reception patio space was made playful with custom ordered Edison bulbs over 24’ long tables.
Leaning into the Cinco de Mayo date, the couple welcomed guests to the reception with festive welcome shots to set a lively tone. For the reception, the menu featured thoughtfully curated dishes that complemented the garden-party atmosphere.
field] [field title=”Readings, Ceremony Music, Reception Songs”]Song selections at the ceremony were kept classically traditional starting with Claire De Lune and finishing with the bride walking down to Canon In D Major by Johann Pachelbel. Classic rock and pop songs were incorporated throughout the rest of the reception.
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field] [field title=”Groomsman Attire”] The groomsman attire was from Simon & Sons in Needham, MA. Both were decorated with seasonal flowers and a fun design.[/field] Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us Post tags: Post categories: The Blog
field] [field title=”Bridesmaid Dresses”]The bridesmaids wore a matching shade of blue, anchoring the style and color of the attire to their chosen color palette.[/field] Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us Post tags: Post categories: Real Weddings , Romantic , The Blog
field] [field title=”Readings, Ceremony Music, Reception Songs”]Entertainer, DJ, and saxophonist Robert Pihl held the dance floor going into the wee hours of the night. Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us Post tags: Post categories: The Blog
[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”Wedding Colors”]Petal Pink, Pistachio, Cool Mint Green, Ivory[/field] [field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]Alexandra was clear on her vision from the start: to have a reception at her parent’s home, tucked beneath Arkansas’ renowned Pinnacle Mountain.
field] [field title=”Groomsman Attire”] The groomsman attire was from Mens Warehouse. field] [field title=”Wedding Cake”] The wedding cake was from Publix. She added a twist to the tile pattern by incorporating the blue seen in the wedding design.[/field] Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us
Organic florals, a long serpentine table for an outdoor reception, and gorgeous stationery were just some of the details selected to showcase this design direction. One long serpentine table served as the reception setup for all 100 guests in the back garden. Chapman Studio in green. Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us
It was purchased at White Magnolia Boutique in Atlanta, and it was altered at Ette in Chicago. It was purchased at White Magnolia Boutique in Atlanta, and it was altered at Ette in Chicago. The bride had the buttons added to the back of the gown as an embellishment.[/field] Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us
White draping in the reception. She recommended that the couple do their “firstlook” in Aspen before riding the gondola to the top together. They did a firstlook with their beloved dog, Stella. Bride and groom changed into Adidas tracksuits for the second half of the reception. Bridesmaids wore champagne.
The bride’s bouquet was fully white, with the bridesmaids’ bouquets having lighter tones, and the reception florals being bold and colorful.[/field] field] [field title=”Bridesmaid Dresses”]The bridesmaids were encouraged to choose their own patterned dresses in shades of blue, which they did wonderfully![/field]
While, a vast cloud of baby’s breath and custom fabricated light shades became the center of the reception design. field] [field title=”Readings, Ceremony Music, Reception Songs”]Larissa and her mother walked down the aisle hand in hand to a harp and violin duo.[/field] Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us
field] [field title=”Groomsman Attire”] The Black Tux designed the groomsman attire. field] [field title=”Bridesmaid Dresses”] I let my Gals pick from their favorite designer/boutique. [/field] [field title=”Bridesmaid Dresses”] I let my Gals pick from their favorite designer/boutique.
Although they held a religious ceremony prior to the wedding weekend, the couple held a private ring exchange after their firstlook on Saturday to cement their nuptials. Sugarplum Tents provided three separate tents as the platform for a magical reception space on both nights.
We achieved this look by adding the white draping from the ceiling and the drape entrance wall decorated in greenery. It was very important to me to have an outdoor component to the wedding, so our cocktail hour was in an outdoor courtyard off the main reception room. Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us
The reception area maintains this airy and elegant theme with white tablecloths, white Chiavari chairs, and greenery hanging from the ceiling, adding a touch of natural sophistication. The cake not only looked exquisite but also added a heartfelt and personal element to the celebration.[/field] Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us
The vision was to combine both religions for a mixed ceremony and reception with both their Jewish and Shona Anglican faiths. field] [field title=”Readings, Ceremony Music, Reception Songs”] Mother of the Bride and her Church Group opened the reception by singing a Shona Anglican hymn.
field] [field title=”Groomsman Attire”]Kevin kept it classic in a sharp black tux.[/field] Her dress featured stunning floral appliqués and a deep leg slit. field] [field title=”Bridesmaid Dresses”] Bridesmaids wore SHow Me Your Mumu rose gold luxe satin dresses in different styles.
I wore my moms diamond studs and a gold diamond bracelet that I got my mom, my sister and I to wear on the day as a gift. I wore my moms diamond studs and a gold diamond bracelet that I got my mom, my sister and I to wear on the day as a gift.[/field] Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us
field] [field title=”Groomsman Attire”]Michael and his groomsmen wore a navy blue tux with a black lapel and Michael enhanced his look with a hand crafted navy blue/black bow tie.[/field] Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us Post tags: Post categories: Real Weddings , The Blog , Traditional Elegance
This design paired perfectly with the selected ceremony and reception space, creating a romantic fairytale setting to celebrate their start to forever! The gown even brought James to tears during their private firstlook, when he was presented with his stunning bride for the first time!
The bride also had three dresses: ceremony, reception, and after-party dresses which were gorgeous and fun. The florals they chose for their reception were a mix of high and low centerpieces, that followed the light blue and white theme. They had a ton of personal details including earrings that her family friend designed.
field] [field title=”Groomsman Attire”]Yetur wore a custom, classic black suit, complemented by a black bowtie, and a white pocket square. The reception tables featured crisp white tablecloths paired with sleek black chairs, creating a fresh and clean ambiance. Each dress suits their personalities and styles perfectly.
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