Monique Lhuillier Spring 2011

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Twigs and Honey

Belts, Necklaces, Hair ornaments, Veils...Twigs and Honey by Myra Callan has it all. They offer amazing accessory options for everyday...and your special day.

www.twigsandhoney.com

Photo's by Lisa Warninger and Elizabeth Messina

Engaged ? How to Get Started

1. Make the Announcement- you said "yes"... now its time to tell your family and friends. You can do this with a pleasant phone call, mail announcements, the local newspaper, engagement photo's or video.


2. Set a Budget- You and your fiance should discuss a budget before anything else. This will help you get an idea of the type of wedding you will be able to create and how many guests to invite.


3. Discuss a Date- Once you have made the announcement..questions about the date wont be far behind. Let people know if a date has already been set, if not then let potential guests know to look out for your save the date.


4. Pick Overall Theme- Think about the colors, style, and identify formal or informal. Choose 3 adjectives you would like to describe your wedding and build your ideas around them.

A Pocket full of Posy- How to make a Posy Bouquet

You will need: greenery, flowers ( snapdragons, roses, tulips, lisianthus, eucalyptus and viburnum shown), florist tape, pairing knife, glass vase, flower preservative

Steps:

1. Gather your long-stemmed flowers

2. 8 to 10 inches from the top of flowers, remove all foliage and thorns from the stems with a paring knife.

3. Hold a cluster of several flowers in your left hand, at the midpoint of the stems. Gradually add other blooms, three stems at a time. Place each addition of flowers on the right and angle the stems to the left, gradually forming a spiral. As you add the rest of the flowers, give the bouquet frequent clockwise quarter turns.

At the center of the spiral, tightly wrap the stems with florist tape, as pictured.

4. Cut stems straight across the bottom

5. Set the Posy in the glass vase filled with water and flower preservative; cut and remove tape. Change the water every 2 to 3 days

Inspiration: this is glamorous; Southern Living Mag

Photos: Charles Walton IV, Article: Julia Hamilton

Pose for the Camera

Photography- one the most important aspects of your wedding. Think about how you want to be captured on your special day and articulate that to your photographer to insure that these images that will always be with you, will always WOW you.

images by rodney smith photography

Cutest Couple Ever

I am a HUGE fan of engagement shoots. Asha and Bryson are so precious and the pictures are amazing.

photos by Nadia D. Photography

inspiration: thebridescafe.com

Me LOVE Pockets !!!

What is more fun than a dress with pockets...a wedding dress with pockets

In Love With Love

images by rodney smith photography

Pretty Pretty Peony

The Perfect DIY project for you Spring and Summer brides- A Peony Bouquet.

These marvelous flowers are in bloom between April and June, they make an amazing addition to any wedding.

You will need: Flower Clippers, 5 yards of ribbon, string, Peonies (10 stems and 5 in 2 colors)

Steps:
1. re-cut stems, and place in cold water overnight- keep away from food, fruit and drafts
2. remove most of the leaves, keep the ones that are towards the top stem, near the flower
3. take a few peonies and place in your hand (place in left hand if you are right handed
4. as you add groups of flowers (about 3 stems each) turn the bouquet to the left
5. you will start to see the stems spiral

6. secure the bouquet with the string
7. wrap the ribbons over the string and stems of the bouquet

images: photography/instructions by chelsea of frolic! via delightfully engaged

Top Wedding Trends for 2011

1. The Dress- Lace is still in this year! Accompanied with soft fabrics and tulle. Ruffles and trumpet skirts will make their way to the aisle, but new on the scene are short, cocktail dresses.

2. Colors- Brights will be your new best friend and will aid in the scheme for your wedding this year. Lets not forget about vintage!

3. The Cake- Higher equals better! Buttercream is kicking fondant to the curb, and flavors like chocolate orange, almond, and lemon are just a few of the fresh new flavors that will keep your taste buds happy, according to TheBeautyBridal.com.

4. Favors- Inexpensive is the way to go as you and other brides are still coping with the effects of the recession. Make them edible or even choose a DYI(do it yourself) project to save some cash, and give your guest a farewell token to remember your special day.

5. Eco-Friendly Weddings- Keeping the environment in mind GreatGreenWeddings.com had great ides for considering this trend! Make use of post consumer paper, reuse flowers, and even consider a second hand dress, would be some great ideas if your considering this trend!