One of my favorite parts about registering was selecting dinnerware. In college I worked in the 'Tabletop' section of a major department store and I loved imagining what my own place settings would look like when it came time for me to register. It was so fun to help a bride and groom select a style that suited their needs - and there was a lot to consider! So when it came to selecting what my future husband and I would use, I became a little obsessed. I knew I wanted a high quality product ... View Post
Embracing the Big Bouquet
This week, we have been very inspired by brides who have embraced big bridal bouquets. We know this isn't for everyone, but these large floral arrangements have us gushing. We've all heard those guidelines, that your bouquet shouldn't be wider than your hips, but these stunners have us throwing the rules out the window. Bold and Beautiful This oversized cascading bouquet is full of lush greenery and a deep, saturated color palette. It is such a statement next to the bride's simple ... View Post
The Most Romantic Wedding Decor
When I was engaged and planning my wedding, I remember thinking that I didn't want to use flowers as my centerpieces. I wanted to do something unique and different, so I actually had my Dad create wooden boxes that we then covered with vellum paper that we had printed photos of my husband and I on. We then placed a hurricane vase and candle inside and voila! the room was glowing and it felt very personal. Ever since then, I love when I see things that are different at a wedding. Yes, flowers are ... View Post
5 Perfect Up North Engagement Locations
When my now husband took me up north in Michigan to Mackinac Island to propose, I was on cloud nine. It was a picturesque weekend in early August and the island was simply magical. We rode bikes, hiked and explored during the day and spent the evening dining at the opulent Grand Hotel and sipping drinks on the porch. It was so perfect that I still dream about that weekend nearly 10 years (and two kids) later. So it is simply no surprise that since our engagement, most of our family has ... View Post
5 Bridesmaid Dresses to Try this Fall
Bridesmaid dress shopping is a right-of-passage for a bride-to-be. Once she has conquered finding a dress or style that suits her maids, she feels like she can conquer the world! Well, that may be an exaggeration, but it does make a bride feel pretty good once she has completed the task of finding something for the ladies to wear. To help you out, we have a short list of 5 bridesmaid dresses (none of them strapless) that we would love to wear. It's pretty obvious that one of our favorite ... View Post
Cool Places to Shop for Your Wedding Online
We hear from brides ALL the time that they have the hardest time finding shoes. It makes sense, you need something that looks great, feels great and is in the same style as your dress. And with so many shoe options, things can get a little overwhelming! So we found shoesofprey.com where you can custom make your shoes. For a customized shoe, we thought the pricing was actually pretty reasonable. And they offer a pretty great return/remake policy. The best part? You get to decide exactly how ... View Post
