Sunflowers
As a little girl I remember being frightened by sunflowers. I found it very strange and daunting that a flower grew to such a large size. I mean how is it possible that a flower can be taller than you? But now I am much older {unfortunately not any taller} and have taken a liking to these bright and bold beauties! I really enjoy seeing them with purple!
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Wedding Rings, Boutonniere, Cupcakes, Bridal Party, Vase, Suitcase, Bouquet
Wedding Steals, Deals & Giveaways!
Happy Friday Wedding World!
TGFI: Bride Tote ~ $10
BONUS: 10% off select Bride Totes!
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It’s a Twitter Giveaway!
Are you following The Wedding Outlet on Twitter? If not you should be! We are offering a chance to win a $50 Gift Certificate! Staring today thru Sunday enter to win! Winner will be announced on Monday 2/8/10.
How to Enter: Tweet @weddingoutlet with your favorite wedding accessory from TheWeddingOutlet.com with a link.
Prize: $50 Gift Certificate to TheWeddingOutlet.com
Deadline: Sunday 2/7/10. Winner announced on Monday 2/8/10
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It’s a Facebook Giveaway!
Are you a Massachusetts bride? Here is a great giveaway for you…
How to Enter: Become a Facebook fan of MA Wedding Guide and post on our wall your wedding reception venue.
Prize: Win $75 in Thank Yous from Creative Papers, Ltd
Deadline: Monday 2/8/10. Winner will be announced on Tuesday, February 16. Good luck!
Inspiration Board: Valentines Day
Happy Valentine’s Day!
Weddings are filled with love and romance just like Valentine’s Day. So naturally I was inspired to create a color board with all the goodness Valentine’s Day has to offer! Shades of pink and purple, roses and sweets make this a perfect palette for a February wedding!
“Love: a wildly misunderstood although highly desirable malfunction of the heart which weakens the brain, causes eyes to sparkle, cheeks to glow, blood pressure to rise and the lips to pucker.” ~Author Unknown
Image Credits:
Place Card from Martha Stewart, Heart Centerpiece from Martha Stewart, Napkin Rings from Martha Stewart, Bonbon Filled Hearts from Martha Stewart, Rose Cupcakes from Dainty Indulgence, Love Toasting Glasses from The Wedding Outlet, Love Stylized Cake Top from The Wedding Outlet, Bridesmaid Dress from Jim Helm, Candy Buffet from Country Living, Mens Boutonniere from The Knot, Champagne from Hungry Cravings, Favor Boxes from The Knot.
2010 Tux Trends
Most grooms and their groomsmen will wear tuxedos for their weddings. If you’re wearing tuxedos for your spring wedding, here are a few of our favorite 2010 tux trends to look for:
Narrow lapels – Tuxedo lapels come in peaked, notched, or shawl styles. Look for narrower lapels, reminiscent of lapel styles of the 50’s and 60’s, for spring 2010.
Color – Although black is the most popular color choice for tuxedos, gray is becoming a fashionable color choice for warm weather weddings. Hues of gray and silver also look great paired with spring’s “it color” in bridesmaids’ dresses – turquoise.
Pinstripe – Pinstripe adds interest to fabrics and this subtle detail also gives a lighter feeling look to garments, perfect for spring weddings.
Here are a couple of the hottest new tuxedos for spring 2010.
Images from Fabian Couture Group International.
Real Wedding: Christine & David
I wanted to share these photos I found from photographer Steve Z. I absolutely love the location and the beautiful surroundings of this wedding, and found this couple to be adorable. Don’t you love the shot with the groom is in his cowboy hat? Too cute!
Christine & David married at Devil’s Thumb Ranch, just outside of Winter Park on August 6th 2009.
This beautiful Colorado Mountain is home to skiers in the winter and during the summer months adored by couples looking to wed. A blue sky, vast green landscape and a bright warm sun all contribute to making this a truly beautiful wedding day.
Photographer: Steve Z Photography {Follow on Twitter, Fan on Facebook}
Hey Tweeps, there’s a Giveaway!
It’s a Twitter Giveaway!
Are you following The Wedding Outlet on Twitter? If not you should be! We are offering a chance to win a $50 Gift Certificate! Staring today thru Sunday enter to win! Winner will be announced on Monday 2/8/10.
How to Enter: Tweet @weddingoutlet with your favorite wedding accessory from TheWeddingOutlet.com and provide a link to that item.
Prize: $50 Gift Certificate to TheWeddingOutlet.com
Deadline: Sunday 2/7/10. Winner announced on Monday 2/8/10
Brides Cutting Costs Not Style
The results of the fourth annual “What’s on Brides’ Minds” survey by David’s Bridal are in and show that because of the current economy, 68% of brides surveyed are planning to spend less on their wedding. However, just because brides are cutting costs doesn’t mean they are sacrificing style.
The survey shows that couples are prioritizing their spending in order to keep within their budgets. Respondents had different ways of saving money on the big day but of the 68% of brides who adjusted their wedding budget, 42% said they would not compromise on their wedding bands and 35% would not compromise on their wedding dress.
Brides surveyed are also using the internet to research do-it-yourself tips and search for ideas and advice from other brides to get maximum impact with minimum spending. A great resource for brides and a go-to source for planning help is DavidsBridal.com. Know of any other great planning websites or budget stretching tips? We want to know about them!
Wedding Deals, Steals & Giveaways!
Happy Friday Wedding World!
Every Friday The Wedding Outlet features a popular item on sale. This TGFI {todays great featured item} is a Memorial Candle Holder on sale for just $18. Display a pillar candle in this lovely glass cylinder which features the verse: “In Loving memory this light shines as a symbol of a life and love remembered.” Perfect for remebering a loved on your special day.
TGFI: Memorial Candle Holder just $18; plus 10% off all memorial accessories.
Sale ends February 5.
While browsing through one of my favorite sites, Esty, I came across these super cute hair pins. The colors are fabulous and I instanly thought what a perfect accessory for bridesmaids! I imagine a beautiful spring/ summer wedding day and each girl’s hair pinned up with these fantastic hair pins. Mix and match for the right fit for your wedding colors. Mia Beads also has gorgeous jewlery too so be sure to check out her work.
Great news going on right now is a Mia Beads Giveaway! Enter to win!
Ends 1/31/10
Hair Pins from Mia Bead
Be sure to stop by Brendas Wedding Blog for a chance to win this Mega Birthday Giveaway!
Contest prize: Birthday Carnation and Garnet Gift Set {$100 invitation gift certificate, 6 stem button bouquet, hand sculpted carnation necklace, and pearl & garnet crystal earrings}
Contest Deadline: Monday February 1st, 2009 at 11:59pm EST
Contest Question to Answer: What is your favorite flower and gemstone?
{PS: don’t forget to include your wedding date to be eligible to win}
Giveaway from Brenda’s Wedding Blog
Inspiration Board: Pink & Blue
Whether it’s navy and pink or this year popular color turquoise and pink, I really enjoy seeing these two colors together. Doesn’t that cake look scrumptious?
Images Credits:
Wedding Cake from Dianne Rockwell The Cake Lady, Centerpiece from The Knot, Bridal Photo from The Knot, Boutineer from The Knot, Toasting Glasses from The Wedding Outlet, Family Stylized Cake Topper from The Wedding Outlet, Birdcage Card Holder from The Wedding Outlet, Laterns from The Knot, Invitations from Elum, Bridesmaid Dress from Jim Helm.
Offbeat Wedding Bands
We all have individual taste, some of us more conservative, while others are quirky and unique. These whimsical wedding bands are definitely suited for people who like things a little offbeat. While strangely different in style and design the message these bands represent is the same as any other!
These silver and gold bands feature an etched sound wave symbol meaning “I Do”. The second pair features a picturesque mountain landscape that only true outdoorsmen/women would appreciate.
These unconventional wedding bands are certainly one of a kind. The two bands match up perfectly like the couple who wear them.
These two rings sort of have a sweet touch to them. The second one shows off a one sided heart made whole when matched up, while the first one represents the fingerprints of each family member.
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Nut & Bolt Wedding Band, Internet Connectors Wedding Band, Mountain Scene Wedding Bands, His & Her Heart Wedding Bands, Sound Wave Wedding Band, Fingerprint Wedding Band.
