Black and White Wedding Ideas

An ongoing trend this year in weddings is the black and white color palette.  It works because it is a classic combination and will never be out-of-date.  Don't be trapped into thinking this combination is boring, you can create so much interest with these contrasting colors.

As always, I have provided some inspiration for you to check out!

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Unique Ideas for Escort Cards

Escort cards help your guests find their seats by providing their name and the table they are to sit at.  Traditionally, these are simply cards lined on a table for guest to find their name and take with them.  Infuse your personality into these aspect of your wedding by customizing how escort cards are displayed. 

Here are some ideas to get you started:

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Winter Wedding Cakes

If you are having a winter wedding, consider letting the season influence your big day.  Need ideas?  Check out this collection of winter wedding cakes to help inspire you!

Decor Idea: Ceiling Draping!

Looking for a way to add major drama to your wedding decor?  Consider draping the ceiling of your space with fabric.  Choose white fabric for a dreamy look, or choose colors that compliment and/or match your colors to add a punch of drama!

This idea is more costly, but for those who have the budget, the drama added to your space is well worth the cost!  For those who love the look of ceiling draping but have tighter budgets, consider the draped ceiling while minimizing other decor.  If you drape the ceiling with color, maybe you don't need colored table clothes or overlays and can settle for the white ones many venues provide.  Simply use drape the ceiling and use centerpieces as your main sources of color.

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Wedding Trend: Candy Stations!

If you are anything like me, you can't get enough sweet stuff! For me, especially chocolate. So I am loving this new trend of candy stations at weddings.

You can even save money on your wedding cake by having a really small cake for decorative purposes. Or--GASP!--not have a real wedding cake at all and have a decorative only cake. You could save a lot of money by doing this.
Whether you choose to make your cake mini or just decide you want a candy station in addition to the cake, choose candy and decorations that compliment your overall wedding decor.

Here are some sample candy stations to get you inspired.

(Grrr... sorry, did I make your tummy grumble too?!)

Trend Alert: Metallics!

One of the biggest trends arriving in the wedding industry? Metallics! Especially for fall, metallics will be a great trend to incorporate into your wedding.

Use a metallic as an accent color, or make your color pallet all metallics. Either way, your wedding will be a winner with this trend!

Decor idea: Diamond Wrap!

If you're looking for a way to up the luxury feel of your wedding, the key might be to add some bling! Diamond wrap is a great way to incorporate more sparkle to any area of your decor. It is sold by the roll and is flexible to wrap around objects. Check out these three ideas, and visit www.diamondpartyconfetti.com to purchase diamond wrap!

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Music for Your Wedding

The music you play at your wedding and reception should reflect your personality. If you love classical music, then play it! Same goes for any other kind of music you love.

If you love rock, rap, or hip-hop music, but aren't sure if it would bother some of your guests, try a twist on your faves. Have a band do instrumental versions of your must-have songs.

Not having a band? No problem! Vitamin String Quartet does instrumental covers of many songs. Listen to their songs on myspace here: http://www.myspace.com/search/Music?q=Vitamin%20String%20Quartet

Just one of their many album covers.

2011 Wedding Trends

The expected 2011 wedding trends have recently been released from The Knot. Here, I share their top 11 trends for 2011:

1. Prohibition-Era Elegance: The most stylish new show is Boardwalk Empire and brides are noticing. From dusty nudes and lace dresses to wing-tip men's shoes, couples are falling in love with the dapper fashion of the 1920s. And it wouldn't feel like the Prohibition without alcohol. Couples are serving "moonshine" and Prohibition "bathtub gin" in their very own speakeasy bar, all while guests dance the night away to jazz music.

(Love this ideas? Consider renting the Speakeasy lounge in Janesville, WI for your wedding celebration.)

2. The Redefined Princess: With a royal wedding around the corner, Kate Middleton is going to alter what princess style is all about. Steer away from the ball-gown skirt, the new princess silhouette will be body-skimming but with a bold train. Add statement-making headwear such as a tiara and cathedral-length veils. Princess details such as sophisticated sequins and beading will be showing up on everything from the wedding dress to floral arrangements and the cake.

3. Sultry Ballerina Style: This look is inspired by Black Swan. Feature the look in feathered headpieces, shredded fabrics, airy plumes, and a color palette of pale pink and black.

4. Ivy League Chick: Preppy chic is back in a big way, seeping into everything including wedding style. Brides will be channeling their inner Blair Waldorf (Gossip Girl) or Ali MacGraw (Love Story). The style will peep through in chic details such as plaids and stripes.

5. Exotic Indian Inspiration: From Katy Perry's Indian wedding and Eat, Pray, Love, India will be the "it" country for wedding inspiration. This inspiration will translate through vibrant color palettes such as purples, reds, and golds; lavish decor elements like beading and rich drapery; and exotic, spicy dishes.

6. Wedding Man Caves: Blackjack tables, brandy bars, PlayStations, and stogies. The man cave has officially moved from the home to the wedding. Expect to find male guests in the new "groom's corner" at the reception.

7. Pre-wedding PJ Parties: Before the big day, brides will be planning a night of pampering and bonding via slumber parties, complete with matching PJ's.

8. Food Truck Fun: The desire for gourmet food trucks has seeped into weddings. Brides will be embracing this by requesting makeshift sidewalk carts during the cocktail hour or food trucks for the wedding after-party.

9. Haute Desserts: Blame it on the popularity of Top Chef: Just Desserts, Amazing Cakes, and Cake Boss. Desserts and wedding cakes will be taking center stage with unique gourmet flavors.

10. Video Guest Books: Building on the popularity of "wedding photo booths", wedding guests can expect confessional-style video booths as the newest way of wishing well to the happy couple. After the wedding, the couple will easily be able to share the creation online via YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter.

11. Surprise Honeymoons: Couples will be taking a cue from Chelsea Clinton's wedding and have the groom plan a surprise honeymoon.