Today’s photoshoot is really what started this winter week idea off. And it’s PRETTY…all kinds of pretty.
The color palette is shades of silver & charcoal paired with white. This muted colour scheme is just perfect for a winter wedding. Julianne of A Modern Proposal teamed up with ENV Photography (our newest sponsor) to create this steal-worthy look. If you’re anything like me, you’ll love the florals, done by our regular floral contributor, Akiko Floral Artistry. Talk about a triple threat. And can you guess what was the one decor piece that started the avalanche of ideas? The beautiful silver overlay from Elegant Touches. Is this a peek at the next ‘it’ linen? Don’t forget to see more images in our gallery.
J: Using a single color creates a cohesive look no matter the texture or substance, thus using the charcoal against the white while using so many other items that if in different colors, they would not have worked. It also creates a winter feel, which was much appropriate for the shoot.
J: The menus and table number, and favors were all DIY items. Since the shoot was so close to Christmas, poppers were readily available and made for some fun escort cards. Ikea sells the double sided frome for $0.99 and more people should use them. I personally dislike the tall silver stand with the standard number. These were so inexpensive and have much more class, especially with a low center piece. Menu cards were also a semi – diy as they were purchased off of etsy and had to be printed and cut.
Styling + DIY Details: A Modern Proposal*
Photographer: ENV Photography*
Bouquet + Boutonniere: Akiko Floral Artistry*
Linens: Elegant Touches
Hair piece + Necklace: Claires
Dress: Ebay
Earrings: BHLDN
Groom’s Tie: Burberry
Stationery: RiverStDesign on Etsy
* featured member of the Wedding Obsession Love List
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Winter Wedding Week!
Who’s been bummed out with the lack of snow this winter season? Our Ontario bride-to-be blogger, Krista, thought up a fantastic idea to get us out of this weather funk. Why not enjoy a couple days dedicated to winter wedding inspiration before we head into spring? As Krista puts it, we can consider it a “frost week”, a homage to “frosh week”. Sound like fun? We know there’s lots of you who are considering winter themes for your wedding, so this week is for you!
- On the menu this week -
Tuesday:
* Silver winter wedding inspiration
* Krista’s exploring themes
Wednesday:
* Studio visit to Lea-Ann Belter Bridal
Thursday:
* Winter real wedding
* Winter colour palette options
Friday:
* Fun in the snow engagement
* Winter invites + wrap-up
As you can tell, I have another studio visit scheduled this week from my trip to Toronto earlier this month. I’m excited. Hope you are too!
xoxo, Melissa
I can’t think of a better way to start off the week than share this next wedding from over the border because we love them too! Jason Messick Photography shares this next wedding held literally in the middle of the woods in beautiful Santa Barbara, California and it’s a total DIY event. If you had to create a soundtrack of this wedding, Jason says it would have to include “Bob Dylan, The Rolling Stones, The Animals, The Doors and just about all the classics”. Great taste!
Sam and Jen are a fun and out going couple. Sam is a musician by profession and Jen is a free spirited, A-typical just flat out beautiful individual the wedding really reflected every aspect of their lifestyle and personality. From the location being a cabin in the middle of the woods onto the mountains resting beside Santa Barbara, California. The hand carved initials found on wooden table ornaments, painted music notes strategically placed on beautifully done DIY decorations.
Guys out there, I know it is only January, but if your lady is hinting that she wants to be a June bride then you’ve only got a couple of months to pull off “The Perfect Marriage Proposal”. But don’t worry, we got you covered. Our friends over at Brilliance sent over a nice little infographic that can really help you out. After all, it’s true what they say: “Knowing is half the battle”!
Now engagement rings are never cheap, but you can certainly get a better deal at some places. If you want choices and reasonable prices, try Brilliance. They’ve been an online retailer of certified loose diamonds and fine jewelry, and they also specialize in diamond engagement rings. With that said, you’ve got everything you need to know right here, there’s just no excuse to mess up. Go on boys, make us proud and make your lady the happiest girl in the world!
{source: Brilliance}
