Friday Fav: The Bride Box

October 2, 2015September 26, 2015Leave a comment

You’ve probably heard of BirtchBox or Ipsy, or one of those other services that sends monthly goodie deliverables. There’s ones for makeup, accessories, clothes, home decor, almost anything. Now, there’s one for brides!

Bride Box sends you a package full of fun accessories, planning materials, girls night out inspiration, or things for your new home. With almost 100 brands supplying products for the boxes, you’ll never get the same stuff twice. I wish this was around when I got engaged! You can choose to sign up for 1 month, 6 months, or 12 months and you can cancel at anytime. When you sign up there’s a questionnaire that helps the box fillers get to know you. If you choose to fill it out, some of the items in the box will come personalized. If you’re giving Bride Box as a gift, be sure to fill out your friends information so she can get the ultimate Bride Box experience.

(All photos from the thebridebox.com)

16 Stunning Moss Wedding Decor Ideas

September 29, 2015September 29, 2015Leave a comment

Just like every great outfit needs some textural interest, every party needs a fun decor piece that’s pure whimsy. Moss is our favorite way to add texture to a wedding’s decor. It’s fun, it’s different, and it’s easy to use! The beauty of moss is it can be put into any shape, on any surface. there’s nothing you can’t cover in moss. It’s beauty is in it’s versatile nature. It fits in at a rustic outdoor causal party just as easily as it impresses guests at an elegant black-tie affair. Moss suits every party and every couple when used correctly.

See if these 16 moss wedding decor pieces can inspire you. As always, check Pinterest for more ideas!

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LWD (Little White Dresses) For the Bride-to-be

September 28, 20151 Comment

Brides no longer just need one dress. Now there’s bridal shower dresses, bacheloret party dresses, rehearsal dinner dresses, reception/dancing dresses, there’s easily half a dozen times a bide-to-be can wear a LWD. With hundreds of adorable options, who can refuse another dress! Which of these sweet little numbers do you like best?

For more LWD’s, see our Pinterest board, Little White Dress.

Eliza J, Alfred Sung, Jenny Yoo,

Etsy, Weddington Way, Asos

Classyside, Glamradar, ModCloth

Muymolon, rStyle, NastyGal

Harper’s Bazar, Banana Republic, BHLDN

Pinterest, Nordstrom, Ebay

Sugar and Spice, and Pumpkin and Apple

September 24, 20151 Comment

Fall is for pumpkin pie and apple cider. Cocktail hour is no different. These festively themed drinks are all about the fall flavors. A drink with spiced cider you say? Consider it served.

Honey Bourbon Apple Cider by Hello Natural

Hot Buttered Rum by Epicurious

Cranberry Cinnamon Cocktail Rum by Horrible Housewife

Pumpkin Pie in a Glass by Kitchen Meets Girl

Bourbon Maple Apple Cider by Freutcake

Holiday Mule by Home Sweet Jones

Apple Cider Mimosa by The Cookie Rookie

Cranberry Gimlet by Food Fanatic

Boozy Maple Orchard by The Fitchen

Spiced Pumpkin Eggnog by Produce on Parade

For more cocktail hour favorites, check out our Cocktail Hour board on Pinterest!

Pearls, Pearls, Pearls!

August 21, 2015August 24, 2015Leave a comment

Pearls are created from a tiny grain of sand that is carefully tended until it turns into a beautiful shining pearl. Seems like there’s a metaphor for love there… Anyway pearls are a classic choice for brides to wear, might as well make it the classy choice for decor!

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How to make your cake table fabulous

August 17, 2015August 15, 2015Leave a comment

As soon as guests walk into the reception space, they’re looking for 3 things. First, the happy couple, second the bar, and third, the cake. Everyone wants to see the design, guess the flavors, maybe taste a bit… it’s an entertainment pieces and an edible one at that! Since the cake is a focal point, why not give it some attention with a beautifully set cake table.

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15 Ways to Make Table Numbers Fun

August 10, 2015August 9, 2015Leave a comment

We’ve all seen the sad looking table numbers that wedding venue’s often provide. Their free and do the job, but sometimes couples want a bit more. Whether you’re into wine books or crystal. there’s a way to make centerpieces perfectly you. Almost anything can be turned into a centerpiece if you just add a number. These 20 creative concepts have got us thinking, you?

For more table number ideas, try our Reception Details board on Pinterest.

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The Newport Art Museum – Venue for the Art Lover

July 28, 2015August 22, 2015Leave a comment

If you’re an art lover and Newport, we have the perfect venue for you. The Newport Art Museum is located on Bellevue Avenue in the heart of downtown Newport. The beautiful grounds are perfect for pictures, cocktail hour, or just a romantic stroll. Inside you’ll find beautiful artifacts, paintings, and sculptures that make for beautiful wedding decor.

The beautiful grounds can hold a sizable tent. Inside as many as 250 guests can come for a standing reception when multiple rooms are used, and up to 185 for a ceremony. Where ever your guests wander they will be blown away by the beauty of the architecture and art. The Newport Art Museum is a beautiful slightly non-traditional venue for an exciting art-loving couple. Next time you’re wandering down Bellevue, stop by and take a look for yourself. We promise you don’t be disappointed.

(Images taken from NewportArtMuseum.org)

41 To-Die-For Ceremony Arches

July 24, 2015July 19, 2015Leave a comment

Ceremony design is all about defining the space. What better to give definition than a custom wedding arch? It can be as simple or over the top as you wish, just let you imagination go and have fun! As you can see in the pictures below, the sky’s the limit!

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How to Make Your Outdoor Weddings Rock

July 23, 2015July 18, 2015Leave a comment

The blue sky overhead and breeze in your hair, who doesn’t love a beautiful day in the sun. Outdoor weddings are the epitome of the perfect cookout. Good food, family and friends, maybe even some lawn games. Sounds like a delightful way to spend the best day of your life. Here’s a few tips to make your day in the sun (pun intended) even more spectacular!