You’re staring at your bling all day, still getting used to your new name (hey there Fiancé!), and you’ve just set your wedding date for October of next year. Congratulations! Among all of the congrats, squeals, and spontaneous dance parties, the first thing that people ask is “Ooo, are you planning a Halloween themed wedding?” Um...no.
If you are a bride like I was, you love fall, but do not want to see pumpkins at your wedding. You still want to have the feel and overall fall aesthetic, but just need some inspiration to get you started. Well ladies, this blog is for you!
While yes, themed Halloween weddings have their time and place for that very special and unique couple, there are so many other fall inspirations that you can pull from for wedding décor. I'm here to give you permission to not use a single orange napkin or pumpkin spiced anything! (I’m sorry, I’m just not on the PSL train...but please don’t hold that against me.) Yes, pumpkin decor can be classed up and blinged out (thanks to Martha Stewart), but let’s just think out of the box for a minute here, and instead, incorporate the colors, the feelings, and the ooey gooey warmth that comes with the crisp air and warm beverages of fall. I promise you, it will be beautiful!
For example, instead of just thinking "orange", let's instead think of saffron, turmeric, and tamarind spiced colors. (Anyone else hungry now?)
Instead of black, let's think dark grays, bronze, navy, and purple.
I have created two mood boards that you can use as inspiration for your fall wedding, so please, indulge below and look around you for all kinds of inspiration!
Go with me here, what if…we didn’t include a red or orange color at all! Crazy, I know!
Let’s try fuchsias, purples, and grays. You may be thinking, “but won’t these colors clash with the foliage of the changing leaves in pictures?” I can speak confidently from experience and say no! In fact, the contrast between the reds and oranges of the trees, against the purples and fuchsias of the dresses, will actually create a wonderfully balanced photo where your bridal party will stand out from the background, rather than blend in.
My wedding was in October, and I basically boycotted the fact that everyone told me I should use burgundy and orange as my colors. (I also have to confess, that once someone tells me to do something, I will probably just go and do the opposite…I’m working on it people). I considered it, but I was just not me. I didn’t wear those colors in normal day to day life, so why should I have to conform to the seasonal norms for THE biggest day of my life? Nope. Rebel my friends, you can do it!
fabric | couch | flowers | dress | boutonniere | invitation
So let’s say this together everyone, "No more pumpkin weddings!" That is, unless, you really, REALLY like them. You do not need to follow any kind of social norm when it comes to your wedding, because YOU are your own individual and your wedding should absolutely reflect that!
Now get on over to Pinterest, pin these boards, and start planning your October wedding!
PS: As always, Chelsea B. Design Studio is here to answer your wedding invitations questions and inquiries. We love fall weddings, lets get started!
Putting on that dress and adding a spritz of perfume, those cuff links, the tear-filled first look, the most special walk of your life, and the reciting of your "I do's". These are some of the most special moments of your life, and what better way to capture them and revisit them than in video form.
This is what W Beyer Creative does. They are a husband and wife team who are able to capture those moments and create one of the most special take-aways of your wedding day and special events. If you are living a moment you never want to forget, you definitely want to contact William and Allison and let them work their cinematic magic in creating the perfect video memories.
Check out this wedding trailer, and read on below to learn more about them!
I'm starting a new blog series that you won't want to miss! I'm gathering my favorite vendors in your area, and giving you a little behind the scenes peek into their business. If you've ever wondered what wedding vendors do each day, or if you want to know fun little facts that noone else may know...keep reading for todays vendor!
If you are recently engaged and have a million and one things on your mind, I've got one piece of advice that will not only lessen your stress, but make all those parties and celebrations actually exciting. You will feel SO amazing and confident, guaranteed!
Sound too good to be true?
It's not! Enter...Randi Poilon of Styled by Randi.
You’re staring at your bling all day, still getting used to your new name (hey there, Fiancé!), and you’ve just set your wedding date for October of next year. Congratulations! Among all of the congrats, squeals, and spontaneous dance parties, the first thing that people ask is “Ooo, are you planning a Halloween themed wedding?” Um...no.
If you are a bride like I was, you love fall, but do not want to see pumpkins at your wedding. You still want to have the feel and overall fall aesthetic, but just need some inspiration to get you started. Well ladies, this blog is for you!
Click through to read more, and to get some FREE and fabulous mood boards to get you started planning your fall wedding!
PS: Don't forget to pin these boards, and head on over to our contact page to get started on your fall wedding invitations!
You've saved the money, reserved the venue and photographer, and even said, "YES" to the dress. The big things are taken care of (phew!) and you've turned your attention to the next round of details, wondering where can we cut back so we can upgrade our honeymoon flight to first class.
Wedding invitations may be entering your mind as you go down the list of to-do's. You've searched Pinterest and a few online shops, but haven't found "the one" yet, and are wondering if the investment is really worth it.
The short answer is, yes.
Here are three reasons why you should invest in your wedding invitations.
Beachy. Moroccan. Moody. Vintage. Bohemian. These were all of the words that were used to describe this styled shoot.
Are you intrigued yet?
Nicole and Bryan came to me from somewhere out in the social media wonderland, and I'm so darn happy they did.
Nicole has so much energy and excitement, and they were both SO in love. Nicole knew that she wanted an invitation suite that would accent her designer gown and gorgeous chandelier-filled reception hall when sending it to their over 300 person guest list! She knew she wanted pinks and maybe some green, and wasn't a fan of too much cursive.
The sun has set and the ocean breeze has chilled the guests, but the memories of Jen and Mike's wedding are still warm and fresh in our minds.
I had the amazing pleasure and honor of not only being a bridesmaid, but also stationer for Jen and Mike's New Jersey Beach Wedding. It's not often that I am so involved on both sides, but for Jen, I'd do anything.
Jump on in to hear more about their special wedding day, and to view some pretty pictures of the event!
Working in the wedding industry is a crazy, exciting, and very emotional thing. We get to be a part of the very best days in a couple's life, and it is an incredible experience to take part in. I've worked with and met many other members of the wedding industry, but the professionalism, enthusiasm, and passion that emits from Teresa from the very first email is what sets her apart from the rest.
Read more about Teresa, our project together, and why this was one of my favorite projects of 2016!
In an embellished ball gown, Joanne walks down the aisle to meet her soon-to-be-husband, in a church full of their friends and family. Their elegance and love is apparent as they say I do to each other, smiles as wide as their hearts.
We created a super elegant and jaw-dropping invitation suite with rich navy blues, blush and ivory accents, and rose gold foils as the stunning centerpiece...just click here to read more, and see the final suite!
You may remember me talking about a Valentine's styled shoot last year that had everything to do with Kate Spade. You can read about it here, and as you may notice, I was just a LITTLE bit excited about it.
I mean...did you SEE those inspiration boards?!
Well it's almost Valentines Day again this year, so it's fitting that I finally follow up with this today. In the post I mentioned that I'd show you the final products of this Kate Spade Valentines Shoot...