If you or a friend is getting married and your blanking on a bridal shower theme check out this cooking themed bridal shower. It's a very unique and fun idea that's sure to get everyones tastes buds watering!
A trend we have been seeing a lot recently is the use of "here comes the bride" signs. This trend has been seen all over the web and is a cute way to incorporate your flower girl, ring bear or even your dog into your wedding! You can personalize the sign in anyway you want and is a cute way to announce your grand entrance into your ceremony.
If your venue and budget allows, you should consider renting furniture for your wedding day. Renting furniture is a nice addition for any cocktail hour or for a cool lounge space during your reception. If you look around there are all different rental companies but we love The Find they are a great decor rental company located in Sacramento that provides their clients with beautiful decor and vintage and modern furniture.
Couples getting matching tattoos as a sign of their love for one another is becoming a popular trend. You may not be a fan of tattoos but we think this is a cool and unique trend. When you say I Do you promise to be love and cherish one another until death do you part, now some couples are deciding to get matching meaningful tattoos to remind them of this everyday.
On your big day you may want to have a few different options of games for your guests to part take in during your reception. Games such as Corn-hole, Horseshoes and Bocce ball are all great ideas and examples of games people have offered at their wedding. You could even think of a way to customize each of the games for example have your grooms picture on one set of beanbags for Corn-hole and your face on the other!
A new trend we have seen evolving for the 2013 wedding season is Live-streaming your wedding day. Technology is gaining popularity and playing a big role in weddings, according to weddingblogs If a loved one cannot attend a wedding, couples will opt to "broadcast" their event and allow front row access to anyone, anywhere. This is a great idea if you have family that lives far away or older family members that may not be able to travel.
This summer's hottest hair trend is still with us, yes we're talking about Ombre'. From fall ombre hair colors, to bridesmaid dresses and wedding cakes, there doesn't seem to be a sign of this trend going anywhere, so jump on board! It is very easy to incorporate ombre' in your wedding theme just find the right colors that work for you.
Not too thrilled about your guests throwing rice or birdseed at your wedding? Why not toss lavender instead of rice. It looks and smells prettier, plus, it's earth friendly! Wrap up some recycled paper into cones and glue it closed with a glue gun. Pour lavender inside each cone and have someone pass them out to your guests as they announce you as the newly married couple or have your guests throw it on you as you leave the wedding reception!
How many times have you been in the 5th or 6th row and can't see what's going on up front? We know you want your guests to see you getting married! So for your wedding ceremony, instead of rows, create a more intimate setting so all your guests can see! Do a half-circle setup instead of rows; you will be surrounded by the ones you love. It will be a wonderful experience for all!
Have you heard of the Green World Project (GWP)? They have many fun ways to incorporate live seedlings or trees into your green wedding. What a great way to honor your marriage by having your guests plant trees in your honor. They can watch your marriage strengthen and grow over the years, just like the trees. GWP can prepare the trees in a variety of ways, for example, with burlap, tulle, even camouflage. They have seedling packets or you can go with a live tree if you prefer! What great wedding favor and decoration these will make. They even have mail-a-tree which would be great save the dates for your special day. Check them out at www.greenworldproject.net
Have you met Monica and Marvin yet? These two have the best insight on everything weddings from the wedding checklist to fancy wedding ideas. They might look like a couple of monkeys, but they know their fare share about your big wedding day! Marvin likes to take the wedding planner duties and Monica comes up with clever wedding ideas, but also keeps everyone on track with her amazing wedding checklist. These two are always open to questions and willing to help at anytime!
