It’s The Little Things

July 17, 2015July 12, 2015Leave a comment

Couples can spend years planning the best day of their life. They focus on every detail down to the smallest things. These are our 10 favorite little things couples have done to make a guests experience enjoyable.

Weddings can be long, and hot, and tiring, Help guests cool off with custom labeled water bottles. If you include a coozie, guests can take home another reminder of the big day!

Have a painter on site at your ceremony to capture the events on canvas. Not only will guest love to look at the piece during the reception, but you have a one-of-a-kind art piece for your home!

Create a “Wall of Fame” celebrating your two families. Guests will love to see you both as children and your journey to each other.

Help guests feel comfortable by making a “His” and Hers” basket in the bathrooms with just a bit of everything.

If each table has a champaign or wine bottle, why not make the ice cubes something to marvel at with frozen flowers?

Small children can get bored at a wedding. With a coloring book (bride and groom pictures of course) and crayons, they are sure to be quiet and content!

Custom gold foil printed napkins make cocktail hour a glamourous affair.

Encourage guests to tag their wedding pics with your custom hashtag. (Many wedding websites have features where you can automatically bring in any picture from Instagram that has a specific hashtag.)

Dancing can really wear you out! These cute (and easy to make) paper fans will bring guest some relief when their breaking it down on the dance floor.

Speaking of dancing, guests will love these flip flops for their tired feet. Easy to buy cheep in bulk, it can be a fun favor, or just an extra!

Friday Fav: Rescue Flats

May 1, 2015April 26, 2015Leave a comment

We’ve all been there. You’re having a great time at the party but your adorable shoes are killing your feet. Do you yank them off and go barefoot or do you struggle through the night with blisters?

Our Friday fav solves the problem! Rescue Flats are pre-boxed wedding favor flats. How perfect is that?!

Their shoes come in metallic and black. Every box comes in a variety of sizes and depending on which box you choose, with enough shoes for 60-600 people.

This favor is truly useful and something your gusts are guaranteed to love. Their website even comes with free printables for sings to put on your Rescue Flats table.

Wedding Theme: A Hole in One

April 11, 2015April 11, 2015Leave a comment

It’s day 2 of the Masters! Golf is such an elegant sport, why not incorporate the grooms interests into the big day decor? Classy, elegant, and fun, golf can be a great addition to a wedding theme. These golf inspired weddings playfully used T’s, balls, and grass to give their special day a sporty touch. Perfect!

Belle Mer – Modern Waterfront Venue

April 6, 2015August 22, 2015Leave a comment

Belle Mer, located on Goat Island, is perfect for the couple . The manicured lawns on the edge of Narragansett Bay are perfect for million dollar photos. The lawn overlooks the harbor and the Newport Bridge. The Island house has a suite on the second floor, ideal for bridal parties getting ready.

What you need to know overall: Clean, white, and modern, Belle Mer is a venue for the modern Newport bride. The views are unbeatable and the scenery, to die for. The facility has a wistful casual elegance. Like the venue is just dying for a elegant summer wedding, with a rocking after party.

The Water Salon

The Water Salon is the venue for indoor weddings held at Belle Mer. With retractable floor to ceiling glass Nana walls, guests experience a seamless flow between the lawn and the salon. The picture perfect view gives all guests a priceless take of the Newport Bride and harbor. Decorated with two fireplaces, many crystal chandeliers, and soft flowing white sheers, the space instantly feels both upscale and relaxed.

Things to know:
1,000 Guests for reception
520 Guests for dinner
280 Guests for dinner and dancing

Island House

The Island house with accompanying rose garden mimics the elegant yet casual feel of the Water Salon. Outside there is a fire pit, perfect for cool summer nights on the water. Two fountains decorate the garden area, and are accompanied by Vanderbilt style light posts. The structure, through tent like, is completely waterproof and can withstand the strongest gale. With indoor and outdoor reception options, your guests are sure to enjoy themselves with the flexibility of two spaces.

What you need to know:
500 Guests for reception
250 Guests for dinner
190 Guests for dinner and dancing

Ocean Lawn

Ocean Lawn is ideal for an outdoor garden-style reception. From the moment guests enter the crushed shell path, they are sure to be swept away by the breathtaking views. The outdoor venue has oversized umbrellas to provide shade from the summer sun, fire pits for cool nights, and a ceremony circle, perfect for sea side ceremonies. The stunning sunsets are a beautiful way to end a special day.

What you need to know:
1,000 Guests for garden-style reception

Belle Mer Loft

Belle Mer Loft is a private space on the second floor above the Island Salon. With dramatic 360 degree ocean views, the loft is a restful beautiful space. The whitewashed floors, high ceilings and open layout keep the soft airy feel of the space below. There is a full bathroom and chef’s kitchen for private meal preparation. This space is sure to keep a bride relaxed and calm before her big day.

What you need to know:
40 Guests for private meeting
15 Guests for bridal party

Belle Mer

The Breakfast Brunch Wedding

April 4, 2015April 4, 20151 Comment

Cause everyone loves brunch.

Want a casual, informal, fun, and delicious wedding? Maybe a brunch reception is for you! With breakfast foods, and breakfast drinks, it’ll be sure to please.

Why have a breakfast brunch wedding?

Cause….

Wedding cakes can be made from waffles, pancakes, and crepes.

Cause eating food out of champaign glasses is always fun.

Cause crosswords are always a good idea.

Cause french toast, cereal, waffle and omelet bars are sure to keep your guests entertained.

Cause DONUTS! Donuts are always a good idea.

Cause donuts and champaign. Nuff said.

Food on a stick = fun, breakfast food on a stick = the best kind of fun.

Cause personalized coffee cups are amazing.

Sold yet? Ready for a breakfast brunch wedding? Share your ideas in the comments below!

15 Ways to Use Flowers in Your Bridal Hair

March 24, 2015March 24, 2015Leave a comment

Flowers aren’t just for flower girls, the bride needs some fresh blooms too! Whether you have a graceful down do, or a elegant up-do, fresh flowers can be your friend

Friday Fav: MapIsArt

March 20, 2015March 9, 2015Leave a comment

Last Thanksgiving while touring the Hotel Viking’s annual Small Business Saturday Showcase, we came across one of the coolest businesses. MapIsArt allows buyers to put in a location, down to a specific address, and a water color style piece of art is generated from the topographical map of that location. These beautiful images can be put onto marble coasters, lamp shades, a serving tray, canvas, clock, print, and coming soon, baby onezies and pencil skirts. Each pieces is beautiful and completely unique.

Based in Newport Rhode Island, MapIsArt is our latest Friday Fav. Just as perfect a gift for the couple of honor, remembering where they tie the knot, as it for bridesmaids, groomsmen, mothers, fathers, and god parents. Their art is something everyone should own. Too cute!

Friday Fav: Newport Bridge Wedding Invitation

March 13, 2015March 9, 2015Leave a comment

Today’s Friday fav is this adorable invitations et from Katlem Designs. Featuring the Newport Bridge, these pieces highlight one of Newport’s most distinctive architectural features. How cute!

Katlem Designs – can be purchased on Etsy or through her website, http://www.katlemdesign.com/. She also does custom pieces, so give her a shout!

OceanCliff – A Newport Icon

March 11, 2015February 22, 2017Leave a comment

Set amidst the breathtaking splendor of the Narragansett Bay, OceanCliff has inspired generations of brides with some of the most enchanting landscapes in Newport, Rhode Island. Whether you prefer a romantic, summer sunset celebration or a unique, winter white wedding, OceanCliff offers a variety of wedding and reception options.

The pristine, manicured and rolling lawns are complemented by a picturesque ceremony site perfect for the exchange of your vows. An adjoining outdoor patio for cocktails and hors d’oeuvres sets the mood, while our magnificent Grand Ballroom captivates the panoramic views of the sparkling Atlantic waters.

Twenty-four distinctly stylized guest rooms whisk you back to the 19th century with modern conveniences and stunning oceanfront views. OceanCliff’s Grand Ballroom accommodates from 75-250 guests for dinner and dancing, while a variety of smaller rooms allow for more intimate gatherings. Cocktails can be held outside on the terrace over looking the ocean.

The Safari room restaurant and bar are a fun place to relax before the big day. Grab a drink and a lawn chair, and all the stress of planning will just melt away. Ocean Cliff is a scenic venue with space and views. Once again, a fail-proof venue for the Newport Bride.

Spring Bouquet Inspiration

March 9, 2015March 9, 2015Leave a comment

Spring is almost here! While there’s still snow on the ground here in New England, in our hearts it’s warm and sunny. These spring blooms are our inspiration till warmer weather sets in. A brides bouquet is as unique and beautiful as she is. With the use of texture, shape, and color, a bride can make a bouquet everything she wants.

Use these cheerful blooms to get you started thinking of bouquet, and visit our Pinterest account for more inspiration!