Wedding Trend: Geodes and Agates

One trend we wouldn’t mind continuing to stick around is incorporating these beautiful stones into your special day. We’ve been seeing this trend for the past few years and love seeing all the different ways it can be incorporated into wedding design. Coming in vibrant to neutral colors and stunning sparkle, they are sure to catch everyone’s eye! We are especially loving the watercolor meets agate designs we are seeing as of late.

And can you believe some of these cakes are edible?! These stunning masterpieces are made out of sugar and are absolutely mesmerizing. You can add this trend into your dessert or almost any part of your wedding, including invitations, calligraphed agate slices, and table numbers. Check out these photos for inspiration!

 

Here are a few pictures from a CBE Real Wedding where we incorporated the look of the agate trend originally featured on the couple’s invite.

 

Fall Color Schemes: Dusty Blue and Burgundy

Fall Color Schemes: Dusty Blue and Burgundy

Picking out a color scheme can be difficult, but these fall colors completely caught our eye! With jewel-tones and deep, rich colors being popular fall wedding choices, we thought that this pairing was absolutely stunning!

With burgundy being such a rich, outstanding color for fall, it can pair with a number of colors. The dusty blue gives a soft, feminine side next to the bold, romantic burgundy. By adding pops of blue in burgundy bouquets, or having the perfect shade of blue table linens you can create the perfect palette for your fall wedding!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cocktail Trailers

The most impressive way to serve cocktails! This new, hip option is a sure way to add a little extra jazz to your wedding to make it stand out from the rest. Imagine serving his and hers signature drinks out of something this snazzy! With rental companies popping up in hot spot locations, these trailers are becoming easier to come by. Even better—if you or a friend owns a trailer it could become a fun DIY project. If you aren’t a DIY-er no problem! Barmadillo in Madison is one of our favorite beverage options for any event!

These adorable trucks and trailers are a great way to add style to your outdoor reception. Whether you’re going for a retro vibe, or rustic charm, you can find these trailers in all shapes and sizes. Try adding a custom sign to the outside to add a personal touch, or string the perfect set of lights to create an ambiance that will keep your friends and family dancing all night!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Creative Ways to use Watercolor

We love the watercolor trend! Whether it’s delicate calligraphy, soft subtle ombre or bold jewel tones, watercolor can add an artistic touch to just any wedding detail. Check out these romantic watercolor creations for inspiration!

napkin

dress2

Photography:

Giving Tree Photography

Maple + Elm Photography 

Amanda Lenhardt Photography

Deer Pear Flowers

Once Wed

Chandra Collection Photography

Nicoll’s Wedding Photography

Wedding Trend: Macramé

Wedding Trend: Macramé

Are you looking to add some boho flair to your wedding day? Macramé provides endless possibilities for decorations and even bridal accessories! Check out some of these knotted creations below for inspiration.

 

Name Tag hanger

Hanging-macrame-planters-wedding-decor

 

Photography:

Deer Pearl Flowers

David Robert Jones

Monika Gauthier Photography

Love is a Big Deal

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/278449189439492572/

Bonfire Heart Co 

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/296111744220981098/

 

Trendy Cake Alternatives: Cookies (2 of 2)

Trendy Cake Alternatives: Cookies (2 of 2)

Who says cookies can’t be classy? Instead of a wedding cake, surprise your guests with a naked cookie cake or customized cookies served with a glass of cold milk. Check out these delicious cookie creations!

Cookies-and-Milk-and-Smores-BarCookies-and-Milk-and-Smores-Bar

 

Photography:

http://somethingturquoise.com/2016/03/04/diy-kraft-paper-sharpie-tablecloths/

Closer to Love Photography: http://www.brides.com/story/cookie-edible-wedding-favors

Aby Rose Photo http://www.tulleandchantilly.com/blog/20-creative-wedding-food-bar-ideas-for-your-big-day/fall-country-wedding-cookie-bar-ideas/

https://julieblanner.com/chocolate-chip-cookie-cake-recipe/

Birdsong Wedding Photography https://www.modwedding.com/2013/08/prettiest-naked-wedding-cakes-you-ever-did-see/

http://greenweddingshoes.com/three-sisters-marry-on-the-same-day/

Trendy Cake Alternatives: Let Them Eat Donuts (1 of 2)

Trendy Cake Alternatives: Let Them Eat Donuts (1 of 2)

We are so glad that cake isn’t the only acceptable wedding dessert anymore! Donuts are one of the latest dessert trends in parties and weddings and we LOVE it. Donut displays are easy to make and provide a fun addition to any dessert table. Not to mention the endless possibilities for a solid pun. Here are a few of our favorite donut displays!

 

 

Photography:

https://onefinedayweddingfair.com.au/instalink

http://www.lovemydress.net/blog/2016/05/kalm-kitchen-donut-wall-creative-catering-weddings.html

http://michelleedgemont.com/blog/

http://blog.troygrover.com

 

 

 

Something Blue

Last week, a few lucky brides who attended the Ever After wedding show at the Edgewater in Madison took home a special ‘something blue’ gift. If you couldn’t make it to the show this year, we wanted to share with you some fun something blue ideas that we love. This tradition can be a fun was to incorporate your own personal style into an item you carry down the aisle, personalized embroidery on your dress, or even added to the bottom of your shoes. Check out our favorite ‘something blue’ ideas below.

 

Photography Credits:

Seating Chart Inspiration

 

Matching friends, family, and coworkers can at times be tricky but what better way to show off your hard work than with an appealing seating chart.  A seating chart display is a great alternative to escort cards and place cards. Organizing your guests’ names and table assignments in one place is a great way to create an eye-catching thematic display. It also eliminates the likelihood of guests misplacing their cards while mingling.

Below are some of our favorite seating chart inspirations.

 

Photography Credit:

http://www.stylemepretty.com/vault/image/1679780

http://www.stylemepretty.com/vault/image/4903989

http://www.stylemepretty.com/vault/image/5009502

http://www.marthastewartweddings.com/610742/wedding-seating-chart-ideas#600854

http://www.stylemepretty.com/vault/image/2394129

http://www.stylemepretty.com/vault/image/2856687

http://www.stylemepretty.com/vault/image/1375785

http://www.stylemepretty.com/vault/image/1853378

http://www.stylemepretty.com/vault/image/3852733

http://www.marthastewartweddings.com/610742/wedding-seating-chart-ideas#346144

Dangling Decor

Beautiful flowers and lighting are key ingredients to creating a gorgeous wedding day!   Getting creative with where to position these items can create a truly magical design. Hanging decor has become increasingly popular and adds a wow element to any event.  Whether it is floral arrangements, lighting or signage, seeing these elements dangling from the ceiling will be sure to set an elegant statement!

 

 

Photography Credit:

pinterest.com/pin/666462444827054126/
pinterest.com/pin/419045940312238179/
pinterest.com/pin/258253359863653983/
pinterest.com/pin/27092035236470210/
pinterest.com/pin/20407004533396038/
pinterest.com/pin/119626933833538643/
pinterest.com/pin/337910778275622315/
pinterest.com/pin/7740630585813411/
pinterest.com/pin/388787380307533412/
pinterest.com/pin/ASfpGGeiZPwLfU8Hq3OmCx5D4ROkDzB5IQ4TSAGnSyXGoyrvbANNiFA/
pinterest.com/pin/374291419004246278/
pinterest.com/pin/378513543658100210
pinterest.com/pin/131026670389884472/