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Floral Artistry bridal bouquet on WeddingBee.com

Thursday, March 18th, 2010

My super sweet and lovely bride, Heidi, who was married in August 2009 submitted a photo of her bridal bouquet to WeddingBee.com.  Her inspiration was Ben & Jerry’s blue and green and her natural, DIY style was a lot of fun to work with.  Check out the picture in the WeddingBee gallery here!  Below is a shot I took of Heidi’s bouquet…It includes callas, freesia, dahlias, delphinium, spray roses, echinacea, sweet William, yarrow, dill and oregano for a summer inspired bridal bouquet with a local feel.

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Tanning for your wedding day–Hate it!

Wednesday, March 10th, 2010

Many people feel they look their best with a little sun kissed color, but when I hear someone say that they are going tanning I must admit I cringe.  Maybe it’s easy for me to say because I’ve never gone to a tanning booth (yes, I am from NJ and have never been to a tanning salon!) and I worked on a farm the summer that I got married so I had a bit of natural color on my wedding day, but seriously?…tanning for your wedding?  Tanning beds have been bumped up to Group 1, the highest cancer-risk category, and are considered “possibly carcinogenic to humans”.  A World Health Organization report finds that those who started using tanning beds before age 30 increase their risk of developing melanoma by 75%…hear it again, 75%!  Melanoma is the most dangerous form of skin cancer and causes a large majority of skin cancer deaths.  According to the report it may also increases the risk of melanoma of the eye. 

Brides Magazine and Glamour both devoted pages in recent issues declaring that the fake bake is out!  It’s clear that it’s a matter of when the damage will be visible as opposed to if there will be harm to your skin.  So consider the fact that you are beautiful just as pale and pasty as you are!  It is recommended that you apply sunscreen daily (at minimum SPF 15 to 30 is recommended in all seasons), even if you are trying to get a natural sun tan and keep in mind that there are lots of artificial tanners and bronzer options out there!

Don’t be fooled!  Tanning beds are not “safer than the sun” and they won’t prevent you from getting a sunburn.  The reason you only go in for a few minutes is because it IS so intense.  If you do tan and you have no plans to stop (I know some people say they like how they feel after tanning), then you might consider taking up smoking as well or adding a sprinkling of asbestos to your cereal in the morning–what the heck!  The bottom line here is:  There is no bright side of tanning beds.

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Something blue

Tuesday, February 9th, 2010

I am not sure if watching Paris Blues with Paul Newman over the weekend (whose eyes are so blue I swear they even look blue in black & white!) has anything to do with it, but I am in a blue mood so far this week.  Brides can get creative when incorporating something blue into your wedding garb.  Yesterday’s post featured blue wedding flowers, but there are other ways to fit blue into your wedding attire.  Here are a few ideas to get your started… 

Broach–Pin a blue broach to your dress, bridal bouquet or shoes.  (I just love the idea of shoe jewelry!  There is something so vintage about it.)

Earrings–Select a pair of blue earrings to add a small sparkle of color.  Sapphires, turquoise or crystals all work!

Hairpiece–Incorporate a blue hair-pin or feather to your headpiece.

Hankie–Carry a baby blue handkerchief or have one embroidered with blue thread.  

Sash–If you want to be more deliberate add a blue sash to your dress or tie your bouquet with blue ribbon.

Shoes–Find a pair of blue shoes to peak out from underneath your dress.  Yes, Carrie did it in Sex and the City and so can you!

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Destination Brides

Monday, January 4th, 2010

Destination Brides who are planning their Vermont wedding from afar need not worry.  There are a lot of couples in the same shoes and as a wedding professional it is my goal to work to understand your vision and allow you to trust that the look and feeling you imagine can be accomplished.  Whether you are as close as Boston or New York or as far away as California it is possible to plan the wedding of your dreams and rest easy knowing that everything will come together. 

Here are 10 tips for destination couples:

  1. Make a list of the best and worst aspects of each location as you pick your ideal venue taking into consideration how the flow will work for your guests.  Note:  If you find a venue you like, but it won’t work for your wedding day it may be a good choice for your rehearsal dinner. 
  2. What is your rain plan?  You must have a Plan B that is just as good as Plan A (or at least close to it!) if you are planning an outdoor ceremony.  
  3. Scope out hotel accommodations in the vicinity of the sites you are looking at just in case you won’t be in the area again until closer to the wedding date.
  4. Collect photos from magazines, blogs or websites of styles you’d like to share with your florist or wedding planner.
  5. Ask for referrals for photographers, caterers, florists & entertainment from other vendors you’ve hired.
  6. Select only vendors you have confidence in!  Trust your instincts.  You will probably feel more comfortable with vendors who are easy to contact by e-mail, too. 
  7. Plan to visit Vermont about 1 year before your wedding to see how the area will be likely to look at the time of your wedding next year or visit at least 2 months prior to your date to handle any in-person planning that may need to be done.
  8. Consider a slightly smaller guest list so you can treat them to more special details like welcome baskets in their rooms, a welcome reception or an upgrade at the bar.
  9. Arrange to have a nice space for you and your attendants to get ready the day of the wedding.
  10. Plan to relax upon your arrival in Vermont and trust that your day will come together flawlessly!  

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Planning Tips for Couples

Thursday, November 19th, 2009

Planning a wedding can be a big job.  For some it is just a matter of pulling together vendors to acheive a look that you’ve been dreaming of for years, but for others it can be a daunting task with endless options and questions.  Oftentimes the bride is in the driver’s seat in regards to planning and the groom will step in when asked for input, but I think it is essential for both parties to be involved to some degree.  A quick tip:  If you ask for your partner’s opinion you just may get it!  Don’t ask unless you really care.

I have had many a consultation with a couple where the groom is asked by the bride, “what do you think of these flowers”, and he quite frankly has no opinion.  On the other hand I have had consultations where the groom expresses his dislike for pink rose boutonnieres or mentions that a certain flower would be nice to have in the centerpieces.  Making decisions as a couple can be a way to bond over the planning details and is an opportunity to work together as a couple.  You and your partner may have opinions you didn’t even know you had!

For those who are having trouble finding elements of the planning that your partner “cares about” you should consider handing over certain details so there is some ownership.  Perhaps selecting the music, the photographer or the menu is something that is easier to get involved with than selecting linens, china and decor.  My husband had an opinion about our napkin colors–who knew!    

No matter what your style is as a couple it is so much nicer to tackle the planning together as the partners you are than to charge forward on your own.  This day is about celebrating both of you.  Happy planning!

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5 Bouquet Tips

Wednesday, November 18th, 2009

Here are 5 quick day-of tips for fresh bouquets:

  1. Leave bouquets in water (in the florist’s box) when you are not using them for photographs prior to the ceremony.  Most flowers will last reliably for about 2 hours out of water.
  2. An attendant should blot the stems with a towel before handing bouquet to the bride to avoid getting water drops on your dress.
  3. Carry your bouquet down by your hips/belly button.  If you carry it much higher you start to almost hide behind the flowers.  This will also be the best angle for you bouquet to be photographed!
  4. Display the bridal and attendants’ bouquets on your head table or sweetheart table in addition to (or instead of) a centerpiece.
  5. Incorporate ”something old” into your bouquet by pinning a broach to the ribbon.  This is a great way to include your grandmother’s cameo or simply add a little sparkle. 

Your bouquets will be the most photographed flowers on your wedding day so you want to keep them looking their best!

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