Ceremony Ideas
Nautical Nuptials on Floating Chapel
Couples spend a lot of time looking for just the right place to have their wedding ceremony and reception. Some couples opt for the traditional church and banquet hall wedding while others may want something a little more unique. If a unique venue is what you’re looking for, how about tying the knot on a [...]
An Outdoor Chapel
OMG, I am in love! This has to be one of the coolest wedding ideas I have ever seen. Green Wedding Shoes featured this super creative idea for a wedding ceremony a few months back and I just happened to stumble upon it now and boy am I glad I did!
So here’s how the story goes… “This couple got [...]
Using Brooms to Jumpstart your Decorating
An African-American tradition that started near the 19th century and continues today, jumping the broom at the end of a wedding ceremony is a great way to incorporate this age-old symbol while at the same time making it a part of your wedding decor.
Most likely started in Western Africa where brooms were used as spiritual [...]
Destination Wedding without a Passport
Maybe you have always imagined of having a destination wedding. Perhaps your idea of a destination is more than just a tropical beach. Somewhere exotic, a place in the world you’ve always dreamt of visiting. Somewhere truely magical where you can exchange I do’s!
Well I believe Disney had the right idea when they said…”Your love is [...]
Gothic Masquerade Wedding Theme for Halloween
With Halloween right around the corner, you may see a bunch of suggestions on having a Halloween themed wedding. Incorporating some fun dance numbers like Thriller or the Monster Mash at the reception or giving small feathered masks as a guest gift are a great way to get everyone in the holiday spirit but how [...]
Vendor Spotlight: Jan Boyd Calligraphy
Since 1980, Jan Boyd Calligraphy has been the leading Boston based calligraphy studio dedicated to the fine art of hand-lettering and design. Jan is experienced in many styles of lettering, in hand-mixing colors and in creating just the look you envision for the lettering of envelopes, menus, programs, place cards and seating scrolls. Supported by [...]
Fan Favor Favorites!
I’m not sure if it’s the hot weather we’re experiencing throughout the country, but we’ve noticed that more more and more brides are giving fans as favors this summer. Fans are a pratical gift to give your guests and will come in handy if you’re planning an outdoor summer wedding.
Here are some of our favorite [...]
Including Children in the Wedding Ceremony
When a couple gets married and one or both of them have children it is important to include the children in the wedding ceremony. The wedding ceremony marks the beginning of a new family life and a Family Medallion offers a special way for the children to feel included.
The Family Medallion is a symbol of [...]
Inspiration Board: Blue, Green & Brown
This gorgeous wedding color palette will surely have other brides green with envy over your something blue!
Image Credits:
Birds Nest Favors from The Wedding Outlet, Romantic Green Chandelier Earrings from Etsy, Floral Table Arrangement from The Knot, Birds Nest Table Arrangement from Martha Stewart Weddings, Peacock Save the Dates from Etsy, Blue Damask Cake from Carrie Cakes, Bridesmaid Dress [...]
Roses and Pearls for June Weddings
If you’re a June bride still looking for that extra special touch for your rehearsal dinner, ceremony or reception, how about incorporating the birthstone and flower of the month of June into your wedding? Here are a few suggestions for using June’s birth flower, the rose, and its birthstone, the pearl, at your wedding:
At MarthaStewartWeddings.com, [...]
