Entries by Kate Murphy

Beautiful Ways to Decorate Your Ceremony Aisle

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So much work and anticipation leads up to that moment when a bride takes her first steps down the aisle. As one of the most important walks a woman takes in her life, it should be as beautiful as possible.

How you choose to decorate the ceremony aisle depends on two main things – the venue and your style of wedding. From glowing candles to a dusting of flower petals to floral seating accents, there are many ways to enhance the scene to reflect your personality. Read on to see show-stopping designs from our Real BB Weddings.

Aisle Runner of Flower Petals

Is there anything more romantic than a bride walking upon a bed of flower petals to meet her groom-in-waiting?
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Stunning Wedding Table Setting Ideas Your Guests Will Love

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Any wedding planner will tell you that in order to pull off a show-stopping wedding, you must pay attention to detail. And one décor feature your guests will surely notice is the table setting. Details like beautiful linens, elegant plates, a colorful menu, and creative place cards work to set a memorable dining scene that everyone will be talking about long after your wedding.

To help the bride in search of inspiration for creating a standout tablescape at her reception, here are stunning table setting ideas from our Real BB Weddings.

 

 

Evoke the ambiance of a whimsical garden by anchoring a long table with a garland made of blooms and greenery. Keep the tabletop looking light and festive with white tableware complemented by a menu with exquisite floral design, pastel green linen, and gold silverware.
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Signature Cocktails To Toast Your Fall Wedding

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The autumn bride is lucky for many reasons. You are getting married during a beautiful time of year when the leaves change to vibrant colors and a golden light fills the air. As you plan for your upcoming nuptials, let the beauty and flavors of the season help you choose a specialty drink to serve at the reception. Here’s a list of signature wedding cocktails that celebrate the essence of fall and will leave your guests feeling warm and joyous all night long.

 

Cranberry Moscow Mule - via heatherchristo.com

Cranberry Moscow Mule – via HeatherChristo.com

 

Apple Cranberry Moscow Mule
For a fall take on the Moscow mule, add the seasonal flavors of cranberry and apple. The spiciness of the ginger pairs deliciously with the fruit. You’ll need vodka, cranberry juice, sparkling apple juice, ginger beer, and cranberries for garnish. The color is so pretty, we suggest trading the traditional copper mug for a glass. Get the full recipe at Heather Christo.
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Interview with Men’s Accessories Designer Clifton Wilson of Armstrong & Wilson

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To anyone who knew Clifton Wilson in high school, it comes as no surprise that he found a career in fashion. He was voted best-dressed by his senior class after all. After years of working in retail and styling at Nordstrom, Clifton had a good idea of what his customers liked to wear. At this time, he also noticed that men’s accessories lacked that one piece a guy could wear to show off his personality. In 2009, Clifton teamed up with Ontario Armstrong to start Armstrong & Wilson, a Philadelphia-based accessories brand offering pocket squares in fresh designs and bold colors. Using the tagline “It’s okay to be a square,” Armstrong & Wilson has revitalized men’s fashion with a modern sensibility and attitude that has been noticed by the likes of LeBron James, Mos Def, Carson Daly, and The Roots just to name a few.
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The Perfect Bridal Clutch to Hold Your Wedding Day Essentials

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Now that you’ve found a dress, you’re ready to start thinking about accessories. Shoes and earrings are a given. Perhaps you plan to wear a shimmering hair comb and heirloom necklace as well. But what about a bridal clutch? Do you need one?

Since you probably won’t have car keys or money (a bride never pays on her wedding day!), you really don’t need a purse. But then there are those essentials such as a cell phone, tissues, lipstick, blotting papers, compact mirror, mints, and gum that you’ll want easy access to throughout your wedding day. Stashing everything in a clutch is going to make life a lot easier as you are taking pictures, talking with guests, dancing, and enjoying every amazing moment. A bridal clutch is not only practical, but also adds a touch of personality to your bridal look. And many designers are creating elegant and chic designs that you’ll want to carry post-wedding.
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Wedding Favors Your Guests Will Be Talking About Long After You Say “I do”

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Wedding favors have come a long way. Today, couples are thanking their guests with gifts that not only reflect their personality, but are practical as well. Because what is the point of spending money on something people will end up throwing away?

We always look forward to the unique and surprising tokens of appreciation the bride and groom have come up with. Gifts relate to everything from the venue and wedding theme to the restaurant where the couple had their first date to their love of food and wine. Here are wedding favor ideas that will make a memorable impression on your guests.
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