Elegant Winter Wedding Inspiration

My winter wedding color series continues today with this chilly color board titled “Winter Elegance!” A variety of powder blue shades with a contrasting ocean blue, combine to create an icy, wintery feel while still offering elegance and class. Cream accents bring the whole board together for a lovely winter wedding color palette!

Bride: Photo by Anastasiya Belik via Burnett’s Boards | Groom: Photo by  Erich McVey via Oncewed | Bouquet: Photo by  Shalynne Imaging Photography via Wedding Chicks | Shoes and Stationary: Photo by Kibogo Photography via Magnolia Rouge | Tablescape: Photo by Melanie Gabrielle via Weddings Unveiled | Place setting: Photo by Live View Studio via Grey Likes Weddings

It’s hard to believe that after all the work of planning a wedding, there is still more to do once the wedding is over! You still need to write your Thank You cards! After all, your family and friends were the ones who traveled all that way to see you two tie the knot and took time and money to find you the perfect gift. There are so many different rules to follow for Thank You Cards that it can get overwhelming. We have provided you with some tips to keep your wedding etiquette prim and proper.

Timely

Proper etiquette states that Thank You cards needs to be sent within 3 Months of the event. If you have a large guest count, make sure to spread out writing thank you cards over several days' time. Otherwise, it will become a daunting task. Also, writing out thank you cards can go by so much faster if you both complete the task rather than one person having to tackle such a massive project!

 Be Specific

Thank your guests for coming as well as the gift...

There are so many lists that you have to manage before the Big Day! One of the most common questions that we see is how much alcohol should you provide for your wedding. We’ve provided these tips so that you can have a fun and classy wedding!

• It is a good idea to serve 1 drink per person per hour of the event. In other words, one guests will have up to 5 glasses of wine (1 drink x 5-hour cocktail hour and reception).
• During the winter months, your might want 60% of wine to be red and 40% to be white because red wine isn’t chilled. During the summer months, your guests might prefer a chilled white wine so be sure to have 60% white wine and 40% red wine.
• In lieu of a full bar, we suggest you provide a couple of signature drinks. Not only are different liquors more expensive, but you also have to provide all the garnishes such as: orange juice, cherries, club soda, etc. Also keep in mind that the larger variety that you offer,...

For many couples, planning a wedding will be one of the biggest events that you will ever plan. There are so many intricate details that are involved, not to mention coordinating with your vendors to make sure that everything is perfect. That is why we highly recommend hiring a wedding coordinator. A wedding coordinator takes care of taking your vision of your wedding and making them a reality! Angie Froemel, with Absolute Wedding Perfection, is an amazing wedding coordinator based out of Knoxville. Angie is originally from West Virginia, but fell in love with everything that Knoxville has to offer! The Bride Link took a moment to talk with Angie about some of her favorite parts of making your day beautiful! 

How long have you been in business?

I have been in business since 2008, so for over a decade now!

What brought you into the wedding industry?

I started as a local news producer, but knew that one day I eventually wanted to be my own...

Every once in a while we come across a styled shoot that is so breathtaking that we cannot stop looking at the photos. This Glacier Blue inspired styled shoot is one of those times. Located at The Cedars at Carr Farm in Nashville, it has all the current trends in one place. From illusion necklines on wedding gowns and stylish groom’s attire to velvet linens and acrylic chairs, this styled shoot showcases the perfect inspiration for your upcoming wedding.

The stunning glacier blue cathedral veil was the design inspiration behind the entire shoot. The veil was hand curated by Alice + Mae, a local bridal accessory design. It Takes Two Eventsfelt that the elegant, yet avant-garde, Romona Keveza gown fit the romantic wintery shoot perfectly. We are in love with the textures and layers of this gown tied in with the high, illusion neckline. The planners knew from the...

It is so easy to get caught up in the details of planning of your wedding, that it is very easy to forget the marriage portion of your wedding. After all, the day is about you and your partner making a lifetime commitment to love one another. The Bible contains scripture that beautifully conveys your love for your partner, hope, and joy for your future together. In years past, a couple would have a trusted family member or friend recite your favorite scripture or the congregation would recite The Lord’s Prayer. But now, the options are endless! We have included some meaningful ways to incorporate scripture into your ceremony.

Guest Book

In the past decade, guest books have ceased to become a book that collects dust on a shelf, and instead become a major design element in the home. Guest books can be signing their name on canvas or letter, thumbprints on art, or even writing on globes. Recently, bibles have become a...

Mismatched Fall Bridesmaid Dresses

I have always been a fan of mismatched bridesmaid dresses, so I loved putting together my favorite mismatched bridesmaid dress looks for fall weddings! From long, purple bridesmaid dresses, to short, navy dresses, I showcase a few of my favorite color combinations below that will take us into the fall season. If you see a look you love, follow the links under each photo to see where to buy it online. I have to say, Jenny Yoo’s Convertible Dress was my favorite dress to use to recreate these looks. Dessy Twist Wrap Dress is also one of my favorite ways to create mismatched looks for your bridesmaids. Enjoy, and let me know which look is your favorite!

Fall Romance

Lavender and blush with hints of burgundy create such a romantic array of mismatched colors that are both feminine and perfect for fall!

Royal Rainbow

I love this collection of royal purple and jade bridesmaid dresses! A pop of...

Faux Wedding Cake Tutorial

Today's DIY project by JoPhoto is perfect for bride's and designers planning weddings and styled shoots! Some brides may not like wedding cake, but still want a cake at their reception for photos. Or maybe they are opting for cupcakes but still want a wedding cake that will match their color palette. If this describes you, then today's DIY faux cake tutorial is perfect!

I learned this technique when I was designing a photo shoot with Kathleen of JoPhoto. We didn't have time to partner with a cake designer, but we still wanted to have a simple, elegant cake design to inspire brides. Enjoy this unique tutorial, and let us know in the comments how you might use this project for your own wedding or photo shoot!

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