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Monthly Archives: July 2012
Winter wedding flowers
Winter is the season of celebration, magic and enchantment. Think intimate, historic house wedding ceremonies with plenty of dramatic flowers. If you think that you might struggle to find beautiful flowers for your wedding day during this season – think again. You may not be able to get your hands on peonies, but there are plenty of gorgeous winter bloomers available. Here is a list to help get you started!
* Bixia
* Camellias
* Daffodils
* Dahlia
* Delphinium
* Hyacinth
* Hydrangeas
* Kale
* Cymbidium Orchids
* Rhododendron
* Rosehip
* Tropical Claws
* Tulips
* Violets
If you’re looking for tips on your flower colour scheme, click here for some more great ideas!
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Keeping tradition
As the old wedding custom goes, for a life of happiness and a successful marriage, the bride must adorn something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue. But what is the exact meaning behind this tradition?
Something old
Symbolising continuity with the bride’s family and the past, most brides look to family heirlooms to complete their wedding-day look. Also signifying life before marriage, the something old is traditionally jewellery. Whether a family broach, pearl earrings or an elegant hair comb, this element is sure to add class and sophistication. If you can’t find anything, or nothing fits in with your look, a nice idea is to get a patch of your mother, or grandmother’s wedding dress sewn onto your hem. This will make your family feel honoured without affecting your style.
Image courtesy of Elise Kapeller
Something new
For many brides, the most exciting part of planning their wedding is choosing a once-in-a-lifetime dream wedding gown. Many are willing to sacrifice tradition in order to make a statement and showcase their personality. Symbolising optimism and hope for the bride’s new life ahead with the man of her dreams, the wedding dress is most often a bride’s something new. If you’re going to wear your mother’s wedding dress for the ceremony, a nice variation is choosing a second dress that represents your style for the reception.
Image courtesy of Timothy Burgess
Something borrowed
As tradition states, the bride’s borrowed item should come from a happily married family member of friend. It is hoped that their good fortune in marriage will carry over to the bride. The item also symbolises that the bride can rely on her friends and family. Often jewellery or a hairpiece, brides tend to borrow something classic and elegant to help complete their look. As jewellery is often expensive, borrowing a glamorous set of earrings is great way to keep costs down. Just be sure not to lose them!
Image courtesy of Rikki Jones
Something blue
“Marry in blue, lover be true”. Incorporating blue into your dream wedding look can be a daunting task for a bride-to-be. This tradition was born in ancient Rome, where brides wore blue to symbolise love, modesty and fidelity. Brides following tradition can opt for an electric blue sash, or a softer sky-blue broach. Thanks to Sex and the City’s Carrie Bradshaw, an increasing number of brides are opting for blue shoes. The envy of all brides, her stunning royal blue satin Monolo Blahniks are the ultimate luxury wedding shoes.
Image courtesy of Feather & Stone
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Snow-bunny brides
Image courtesy of PremierWeddingScotland.com
While a wedding in the warmer summer months is always enticing due to the long, light days and warm temperatures (and unlikely chance of rain!), a winter snow wedding can also be beautiful and unique. What’s more exciting is the fantastic variety of accessories that a bride-to-be can incorporate into her wedding ensemble. It takes a brave bride to bear the winter elements, particularly if it’s in an outdoor ceremony, but there are a few things you can do to ensure that you’re feeling snug and comfortable on the big day.
Faux fur
The best way to protect against the harsh cold when you’re in the snow is by wrapping up your bare skin in a faux fur. With the popularity of the strapless wedding gown, if you do choose to wear one on your wedding day, but are hoping to wed outside in the snow, it’s a good idea to wrap up your shoulders with a little bit of fur for extra warmth and added luxury. The last thing you want is to be quivering down the aisle as you walk towards your future husband! Faux furs come in many different colours and styles and you’ll be sure to find one that suits the design of your dress.
Image courtesy of Tony Owczarek
Sparkling accessories
Every snow princess needs some sparkly gems to doll up her bridal ensemble. Think icy diamonds, stark white pearls and dazzling embellishments. It’s a fun idea to pick jewellery pieces that may resemble snowflakes and icicles, like drop diamond earrings or a big statement necklace. This will add to the winter wonderland theme, while remaining elegant and classic.
Image courtesy of Brenner Liana
Winter bouquet
Regardless of what times of the year you tie the knot, it’s always a good idea to choose flowers that are in season. So, for a winter snow wedding, make sure your bouquet reflects that season’s flowers, but still keep it within the theme and colour scheme of the day and attire. In keeping with the snow theme, think baby’s breath, lily of the valley, sweet William, magnolias and roses – all in whites and soft colour palettes. A bouquet of any of these flowers, or other winter bloomers, will tie in perfectly and look divine!
Image courtesy of Image Eight
Fancy footwear
Stylish open-toed heels and strappy flats simply won’t do for a snow wedding, so it’s time to think about what you’re going to wear on your feet! Just because you’re getting hitched in the snow, it doesn’t mean you have to miss out on stylish footwear, but just make sure that you have close-toed shoes – to avoid frozen toes and frostbite on your wedding day! There are plenty of gorgeous shoes available, so start shopping around until you find the perfect pair.
Image courtesy of Tim Harris
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Smile for the camera!
Professional wedding photos offer the bride and groom documentation of their special day, but what about the guests? Photo booths are an easy and fun way to provide guests with a long-lasting memory of your wedding.
Far more relaxed and casual than a wedding photographer, a photo booth makes for an entertaining addition to any reception. Best of all, the photos are printed on the spot, meaning that you don’t have to worry about mailing images to your guests at a later date.
Photo booth hire includes delivery, set-up, removal and a photo booth attendant. Shop around, as some companies will include a DVD of all the images taken and a box of props for the guests to pose with. For a special touch, bring your own props to match the theme of the wedding. A formal wedding might provide accessories such as top hats and feather boas, or a more relaxed beach-themed wedding might have sunnies and Hawaiian shirts
Most photo booth companies provide the option to convert photos into magnets and some can even create a unique guest book for you, using the images taken on the day. A great addition to any wedding and surprisingly popular with the adults!
We had lots of photo booths at our Wedding Expo this year. Check out some of our favourites!
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Tips for looking after your hair
Image courtesy of Feather & Stone
The key to a perfect wedding hairstyle is ensuring your hair is in good condition before the big day.
To make sure your hair is in peak condition for your wedding, you’ll need to embark on a program of regular trims and conditioning treatments.
Consult with your hairstylist to draw up a plan of attack. Remember, if you want to have your hair coloured, permed or treated, have it done at least one month before the day. The extra time will soften your style, so it looks more natural. Also, should disaster strike, you will have time to fix it.
When preparing your hair for your wedding day there are a few things you should consider:
* Will the style suit the length of your hair? Or will you need to grow out or cut your hair to suit the style?
* Are you wearing a headpiece or veil? Is your hair strong enough to hold the hairpiece in place without damage or breakage?
* Do you have a fringe? How will your fringe sit on the wedding day?
* Do you need to have your hair coloured? Roots are a definite no-no on the day.
* Should you have salon condition treatments or at home treatments prior to the day to add maximum shine?
* Are you having a hair trial? What condition does your hair need to be in for the trial to ensure you get a true representation of what your hair will look like on the day.
Image courtesy of Photo Factory
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