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Indian Wedding Inspiration Board

WeddingBlogger — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 18:39:41 +0000

Bright vivid colors are a staple in a traditional Indian wedding and this inspiration board shows how you can mesh all those colors together to obtain a picture perfect day (or the traditional week for that matter).

Beautiful and elegant are words often used to describe an Indian wedding, but understated is not a word that comes to mind for the function. The red and gold traditional color palette is often complimented by other hues such as orange, purple, yellow and more. The above photo montage is based on the Pantone color swatches in Claret, Sunrise, and Merlot. If you want to use this color scheme for your wedding, you should consider picking up the Pantone color or fabric swatches at Dessy.com. That way you can carry them with you when you are on the hunt for matching bridal party attire, reception decor, and wedding accessories. Finally, for detailed ideas on cakes and decorations for an Indian wedding, visit our Indian themed wedding ideas page.

Indian Summer photos courtesy of mmm384

Rustic Country Wedding Inspiration

WeddingBlogger — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 14:24:22 +0000

Whether you are planning a wedding in the big sky country of Montana or in the shadow of the Appalachian mountains of Tennessee, look to this mood board for some true rustic country inspiration. Whether you choose an outdoor ranch with a large meadow or the interior of a local barn as your venue, you can utilize any of the ideas shown in the following board.

Every country boy knows that you can’t leave home without a pair of Wrangler blue jeans so having the groom in a pair of these jeans with his cowboy boots and hat is a no brainer. Many country brides choose to wear their boots and hat as well (although some also go for a casual hair-do for the ceremony and switch to the hat for the reception). If you are having your wedding in an open meadow, then the groom arriving on a horse like Prince Charming is a fun addition to the ceremony. Denim dresses and corduroy blazers are casual options for the bridesmaids and groomsmen.

Create a casual inviting atmosphere at your reception by utilizing hand-made quilts like the one shown in the upper left to cover the benches or haybales (you can do this at the ceremony as well). White-washed picnic tables set in a long rows are a great way to set-up a casual reception area. Utilizing glass canning jars for the table centerpieces can also be fun….just fill them with a small simple arrangement of local wildflowers. Big jars of iced tea (sugar and no sugar) are always a big hit with Southerners. Finally, although this isn’t shown in the board, I love the idea of using a “Wishing Tree” constructed from twigs with leaf-shaped wish cards rather than a traditional guest book at country style weddings.

Photo Credit: Big Sky Wedding by Angelise07

Polka Dot Red & Teal Blue Inspiration Board

WeddingBlogger — Sun, 04 Jul 2010 14:04:36 +0000

How about a little Independence Day inspiration? I ran across this amazing polka dot red and teal blue inspiration board at Dessy.com and fell in love with it. Of course, I thought the color scheme would be the perfect thing to share with our readers on the Fourth of July….seems appropriate, don’t you think?

Heather from All The Rave Events chose the items for this board perfectly in my humble opinion. The polka-dot covered wedding dress, red satin shoes, and the teal blue bridesmaid dresses with the red sash are sure to make a bold statement at the ceremony. And the red and white polka dot covered wedding invitations are a lovely way to introduce your theme and style to wedding guests. I always love when brides use the invites to give the guests a little taste of things to come. Of course, no reception for a red and teal blue wedding would be complete without a signature blue wedding cocktail that is topped off with a bright red maraschino cherry. Both of the photos on the upper right side of the board showcase amazing ideas for setting your reception tables. Be sure not to forget some polka dot red and white or even teal blue favor boxes that are filled with your favorite candies like red and teal blue personalized M&M’s or Jordan almonds. And last, but not least, give your bridal party some thank you gifts that also fit with the theme. The red polka dot and teal blue tote bags are the perfect way to say thank you to your bridesmaids.

I just LOVE everything about this board and this color scheme. Yes – it is bold, but hey, if you want to break from tradition, I can’t think of anything better than a bright, fun, and cheery color scheme! What do you think?

A Passion For Purple – Inspiration Boards

WeddingBlogger — Sat, 19 Jun 2010 16:23:52 +0000

Have a passion for purple? If the answer is yes, then you and I are on the same page. Using a gray or black base for your wedding palette allows you to incorporate a splash of purple throughout the wedding reception and ceremony. Using purple irises and lilacs in the spring or purple hydrangeas in the summer can add just the pop of color you need in your reception centerpieces. A beautiful plum purple color would look great for the bridesmaid dresses when the groomsmen wear simple graphite gray tuxes. And of course, incorporating a simple purple floral design on the invitations is a must. If you are planning a purple and grey wedding, you’ve come to the right place for inspiration!

One of my favorite places to find inspiration is at dessy.com. They enable brides to easily create their own inspiration boards and share them with the world. I’m always impressed with the creativity of the brides who take a simple color palette and create a truly inspiring mood board. The above Winter Modern Glam purple and gray board was created by Winter Heather who shows that purple isn’t just for spring and summer anymore. You can see hints of purple in many things such as the lilacs in the floral bouquets, the martini glasses (which would be the perfect way to serve a signature cocktail), the purple duchess satin ties on the groomsmen, and of course the purple bridesmaid dresses. A truly glamourous look!

I found another gorgeous purple and grey inspiration board created by yellow and gray at dessy.com. You can see that the following collage shows a vision for a purple inspired garden wedding. A few lime green accents have creeped into the design as well. Eggplant colored bridesmaid dresses are paired with simple graphite gray tuxes with duchess satin gray ties. A flowing floral pattern wedding gown features a grey sash. And purple flowers abound. Simply stunning!!

Fuchsia & Orange Beach Wedding Inspiration

WeddingBlogger — Tue, 18 May 2010 14:35:27 +0000

Dare to be different! The typical beach wedding color scheme usually incorporates a sandy brown or an ocean blue and normally these really are my favorite beach wedding colors. However when I saw this unique orange and bright pink color scheme used for a beach wedding, I was blown away and wanted to share it with all the Here Comes The Blog readers as soon as possible. After all, some of you may be planning your beach wedding right now!

The above fuchsia and orange wedding inspiration board was submitted for a contest on Dessy.com. Colleyberry’s collage of images includes photos of the bridesmaids all dressed in simple orange and fuchsia dresses along with the groomsmen who wear khaki pants and white shirts. I can’t tell you how much I love the “jumping” photo. The freshwater pearl earrings in a posie pink color and the taffeta flipflops in sunrise orange or rose quartz are also a nice touch. For the reception, brides can bring the color scheme to the celebration by utilizing fuchsia and pink chair sashes and centerpiece flowers such as Gerbera daisies in a color scheme that matches perfectly. Finally, use those same flowers on the wedding cake along with Swarovski crystal accented monogram letters for the wedding cake topper. Stunning!

So if you are planning your beach wedding, I recommend considering this unique color scheme….you’ll definitely make a statement!

Valentine Wedding Inspiration Board

WeddingBlogger — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 15:28:43 +0000

If you’ve selected Valentine’s Day for your nuptials, then you are likely a true romantic at heart. Injecting that romance into the ceremony and reception can be accomplished in many ways. For example, choose a romantic location for your wedding such as a local bed and breakfast, castle or even a winery. When it comes to a color scheme, red is synonymous with Valentine’s Day and using it in all aspects of the wedding is a great way to infuse a bit of romance. As you can see in my inspiration board below, I like wedding dresses with red accents or red bridesmaid dresses at a minimum. A classic black tux with a modern red tie pairs perfectly with the color scheme. Red roses are the obvious choice for Valentine’s Day flowers, but there are plenty of other red flower choices if you are on a tight budget (we all know how outrageously expensive roses can be around Valentine’s Day). Be sure to use candles throughout the reception area to add some romantic ambiance. You can also see on my inspiration board that I love the idea of a classic white and red wedding cake covered in red scrollwork….why not choose red-velvet as the cake flavor? Creating a red or pink custom cocktail for your reception guests is a fun idea. I love pomegranate martinis! Finally if you want to give your guests a little thank you gift, consider small heart-shaped boxes of chocolate or white gift boxes filled with conversation hearts. Just add a red ribbon and a personalized custom hang tag and voila!, you’ve got the perfect wedding favor.

Valentine’s Day Wedding Inspiration Board by WeddingBlogger on Polyvore.com

Items in this set:
Timeless red and white wedding dresses
Real Weddings: A Romantic Red Wedding: Glowing Candlelight, $5.99
Wedding, Red, Bridesmaids – Photo by Bella Bridesmaid – Project…
Manassas Cakery – red scroll wedding cake – Wallpapers – Mobicious
Wedding Obsession – Your daily dose of all things wedding

Autumn Wedding Inspiration Board

WeddingBlogger — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 15:37:31 +0000

Autumn is traditionally when people focus on the prosperity of the season and give thanks for all the blessings in their lives. What better time to celebrate the union of two lives!

The magnificent colors of Autumn are inspiration enough for a fall themed wedding. Reds, golds, oranges, browns, and greens can be incorporated in just about every aspect of the wedding including the flowers and bridesmaid dresses. Using a harvest theme, “Fall in Love” leaf motif, or a fall fruit such as ripening apples can also provide a great base for an Autumn inspired wedding. When it comes to the reception decorations or centerpieces, focus on nature’s abundance and utilize things like gourds, fall leaves, pumpkins, berries, apples, and corn along with candles (you can even find floating candles with a leaf shape).

Below you will find some of my favorite colors, fashion and decorations for an Autumn-inspired wedding. I hope that you find it useful when you are planning your own fall nuptials!

Autumn Wedding Inspiration Board by WeddingBlogger on Polyvore.com

Items in this set:
Ideas for an Autumn Wedding Theme: Charlotte Geary Photography
Ideas for an Autumn Wedding Theme: Charlotte Geary Photography
The Knot – My Real Wedding – Our Autumn Wedding in the Mountains of…
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Autumn Wedding Inspiration | San Francisco Wedding Photographer Blog -…

Winter Wedding Inspiration Board

WeddingBlogger — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 16:30:32 +0000

When I think winter wedding, I think “Walking in a Winter Wonderland”. Icy blue, white, silver, and a snowflake motif would be key elements in my ideal winter wedding. While searching for some inspiration at Polyvore, I found some amazing reception decoration ideas that you can see in the montage of photos below. You don’t have to be outside to create the feeling of a winter wonderland. The use of painted white trees uplit with blue lights along with pine trees covered in fake snow can set the scene perfectly. For tableware, I love silver chargers with white plates and then icy blue stemware. Of course, a snowflake adorned wedding cake with silvery glitter sugar is a must as well. When it comes to the wedding gown, I like a bodice with a bit of sparkle along with a faux fur stole or wrap. It also looks amazing when the bridesmaids where faux stoles around their shoulders as well. It tends to tie the entire look together. While winter isn’t the most popular time of the year to get married, it does afford you many advantages over a summer wedding. You can create a winter fantasy-land that your guests won’t soon forget and you can save money because you are getting married in the “off season”.

Winter Wedding Inspiration Board by WeddingBlogger on Polyvore.com

Items in this set:
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Winter Weddings | | Brides.com
Winter Wonderland – Preston Bailey’s Designs – In Style Weddings
Wintry Sparkle – Winter Wonderland Sponsored by Godiva Liqueur – Stars…
Winter Wonderland Dessert Buffet
Snowflake Ornament Wedding Favors

Christmas Wedding Inspiration Board

WeddingBlogger — Thu, 24 Dec 2009 16:03:38 +0000

If you are getting married in the month of December, then chances are that you are considering a Christmas theme with a red and white color scheme. Planning a Christmas inspired wedding can be great fun….plus you can save tons of money since it is considered “off-season” by most wedding retailers and venues. Personally when I envision a December wedding, I think red and white with hints of green like pine branches covered in pine cones. And I love the idea of the bride arriving in a horse drawn sleigh (or a horse drawn carriage if you get married where there isn’t much snow). If you get married in a church, chances are that they will have the place decorated for Christmas with a tree and nativity scene. For the reception, use white Christmas lights to add some sparkle. I love the idea of using glass ornaments in the centerpieces and you can even give them to guests as wedding favors to take home at the end of the event. For flowers, red roses are a traditional choice, but I also love the idea of using white/ivory and red poinsettias throughout the ceremony and reception areas. Here are some inspiring photos that I found at Polyvore along with the resources where you can find the items. Enjoy and have a Merry Christmas!

Christmas Wedding Inspiration Board by WeddingBlogger on Polyvore.com

Items in this set:
(Bridal Originals) Wedding Dress LD3DD :: Christmas Wedding Dress ::…, $180
Timeless red and white wedding dresses
Photos of Winter Wedding Flowers and Centerpieces
Real Weddings: Winter: Heidi & Michael in Indianapolis, IN from The…
Christmas Wedding Cake – Vox
Hot Cocoa Wedding Favors

Winter Wonderland Wedding Inspiration Board

WeddingBlogger — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 17:27:22 +0000

Sweep your guests up and carry them away to a Winter Wonderland with some of these inspiring ideas. My favorite winter wedding color scheme is simple – white, silver and ice blue. This simple and elegant color scheme can easily be carried through to all aspects of your wedding. In my winter wonderland inspiration board, I found some of my favorite wedding accessories, venues, and attire that I wanted to share with you today. Enjoy!

Image Resources:
Row 1 Left – Winter Wonderland Wedding Reception from The Knot
Row 1 Middle - Winter Wonderland Garter with icy blue square-cut rhinestone from Wedding Favors Unlimited
Row 1 Right – Silver Snowflake Bookmark Favor with blue and white package that can be personalized
Row 2 Left – Winter Theme Wedding Receptioninside the state street building in Boston, Massachusettes
Row 2 Center – Silver & White Reception Decorfrom Flickr
Row 2 Right – Winter Wedding at Donovan Pavilion in Vail, Colorado
Row 3 Left – Blue & Silver Snowflake Invitations from Invitations By Dawn
Row 3 Center – Winter Wedding Cakes from Wedding Flowers & Reception Ideas
Row 3 Right – Winter Wedding Gown by Alfred Angelo