Bring Back The Peignoir!

Elizabeth Montgomery Bewitched

As I watched an episode of Bewitched as Samantha Stevens came running down her stairs in the middle of the night I had the same thought I always have when I watch a show or movie "before my time": What ever happened to the peignoir!?! I know that they still exist, but the foot of fabric that we call a peignoir/dressing gown today cannot hold a candle to the vintage fashion statements I see in classic movies. The elegance and style of the peignoir makes a great gift for a bride. Here are only some examples of the beauty of the classic peignoir piece; You can easily mistake some for dresses!

Vintage Peignoir

Carole Landis

Marilyn Monroe

Katharine Hepburn Bringing Up Baby

Non-Flower Centerpieces!

Get creative with your centerpieces! Flowers are traditional and can be manipulated into stunning works of art, but that is not your only options.

Moss has an unappreciated beauty. Paired with succulents and birch wood you can keep the elegance without the flowers.

Strung lights make an outdoor wedding picture-ready.

Candles, candles and more candles! Not only are these great lighting options for evening receptions, but they are also an inexpensive alternative to floral centerpieces. Use pillars of different heights, candelabras and lanterns to make this look complete.

We eat with our eyes, so you can be sure that your guests can appreciate the beauty of a fruit centerpiece.

Inspiration Board: Seafoam Green, Melon and Gold

Seafoam green has been rising in popularity among the spring and summer brides. A soft color that is easily complimented by the strong hue of gold, don't count it out for your autumn nuptials yet! Pair the two with  a darker orange color and use light orange or cream as accents for the season change.

Cheers! Creative Food and Drink Idea.

Guests come for the nuptials but stay for the food and drinks! A creative idea is offering individual bottles of champagne, soda or an alcohol of choice. These can be given to guests as favors or for their use during the reception. You will just need to contact the individual companies for more details.

A Little Piece of Elegance: Chandeliers

An outdoor wedding does not mean you have to sacrifice some of the elegant features of a ballroom. Chandeliers are the perfect decor piece that brings the indoors outside. This piece of decor costs a pretty penny, but installing one at the ceremony structure, or a few at the reception goes a long way.

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Preston Bailey

Keeping Cool During An Outdoor Ceremony

Many bride and grooms look forward to the Summer season for their perfect outdoor wedding. Like any outdoor wedding, you risk unpredictable weather. Most worry about the rain, but the heat is just as bad. Here are my 3 favorite ways to help your guests stay cool during your nuptials.

Juice and water stations allow guests to get a refreshing drink before they take their seats. You can also provide bottled water at each seat.
Picture: Elizabeth Anne Designs

Parasols are a great decor touch and helps to keep the sun of the faces of your guests.
Picture: VPONSALE Wedding

Fans are the most common option, that usually doubles as a wedding program.
Picture: London Downtown

He or She? Baby Reveal Ideas

A popular twist on the traditional baby shower, a baby reveal party always ends in a big surprise for the new parents and guests.

I love the theme and the color scheme

A great theme that inspires a delicious snack 

Don't want to use blue or pink? Have a "What Will It Bee?" theme

Make the party interactive and have the guests place votes. 

A great twist on a childhood favorite and fun idea to have everyone take a bite at the same time.

Who doesn't love balloons?

A great alternative to these cute favors, are to have them on straws

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