tips & advice
2010 Wedding Trends
Untraditional cake toppers: Forget a figurine of the bride and groom on top of the cake. These days, some of the hottest toppers are fresh flowers or a monogram.
Hire a band or DJ?: Can’t decide-how about both? Many couples hire live entertainment and a DJ for the best of both worlds.
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Signature Drinks: Create a cocktail to call your own based on your wedding colors or honeymoon location.
Chocolate is the new vanilla: Wedding cakes are getting dark and rich. Vanilla cakes are traditional, but you can indulge your passion for chocolate in everything from your cake to cookies to candy.
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Brown and Blue: This color combo is soft and pretty, yet rich and dramatic. Most importantly accessible! Find it in bridesmaid dresses, to linens, to invitations.
Small weddings: Guests lists are getting smaller and smaller
these days, typically less than 125 people. You get to spend time with
everyone, and guests get don’t feel overwhelmed.
Dessert stations: You don’t have to just serve cake at your
reception. Fruit, pastries, cookies, and candies will let you and your
guest indulge.
Monochromatic colors: If a color combo is not you, showcase a single color like yellow. Simple, but dramatic.
Colored gems: Diamonds are still a girls best friend
Photo By Thamer Photography but how nice will a ruby, sapphire or emerald look sitting next to it? Very!
Light shows: If you want to create a memorable event, consider using lighting to accent walls in your signature color or project your names on the dance floor.
Change of Dress: Wear the formal gown for your ceremony and photos, and a flirty and fun dress for dancing at your reception.
Videography: On what other day in your life will you be as radiant and happy? Capture it to relive the moments that were a blur.