June 2009

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I was recently introduced to a new and super cute online boutique – Orange & Blossom. Orange & Blossom is a highly edited shop for modern couples seeking something beautiful and different. They offer an exclusive selection of wedding embellishments, ranging from handcrafted jewelry and accessories to stationery, favors and wedding décor.

Below are some of my favorite items from the site. Check them out at Orangeandblossom.com.

Orange & Blossom

Now through July 15, as a Sneak Peek Launch Sale, they are offering $5 Shipping, Free Shipping with $200 orders, and $5 Off any purchase over $50. Just enter promo code BEAUTIFUL.

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Who says you can’t keep your wedding bouquet forever? Well, now you can… Emplume offers a couture alternative to fresh florals that allows you to enjoy your wedding bouquet as long as you want to!

Emplume is an online boutique created by friends Carrie Duso and Shannon Progar. When they were planning Carrie’s wedding, they were looking for a fashion forward and unique alternative to the standard fresh flower bouquets. After realizing that there were no other choices available that satisfied their couture design sensibilities, they became intrigued by the idea of arranging high quality feathers, preserved floral, luxurious ribbon and a bit of sparkle into the most fabulous of bouquets.

Emplume is a fabulous source for wedding accessories, offering not only gorgeous custom-made feather bouquets for the bride and her attendants, but also a one-of-a-kind selection of garters, ring pillows, boutonnieres and corsages. Check them out at Emplume.com.

Bouquet

Bouquet

Ring Pillows and Boutonnieres

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For most girls, their wedding day is definitely one of those special events when they strive for everything to be perfect and memorable. If you’re one of them and you happen to be planning your wedding, then you’re probably wondering what you should be looking for, what’s hot, hip and trendy. These are the latest trends of the season:

• The hottest neutral is a shade of gray – whether it is slate, pewter or silver.

• Pocket invitations, which have slots to hold the extras like RSVP cards, direction cards, itineraries, etc., are very popular.

• Look for lavender, plum, raspberry and other shades of purple. Pair it with contrasting bold colors such as lime green or orange and everyone will be talking.

• Lace patterns printed in not-so-usual shades are making a big statement.

• Letterpress printing is hot. Letterpress combined with offset (flat) printing even hotter.

• Recycled materials, vegetable-based inks, and sustainable printing processes… Eco-chic is here to stay!

• Palm Beach “look” influence on design. This trend blends bright colors, preppy elements, and coastal motifs. Look out for tropical florals, palm trees, flamingos, and shells. So southern Florida!

• Affordable trends: chocolate-filled favor boxes, boxed imprintables, magnets, and stickers.

• Lattice patterns – from Moorish tile patterns to fancy trellises and basketweaves.

• Details, details, and more details! Sparkly crystals, patterned envelope liners, and custom envelope seals will add the final touch to a classic invitation or announcement.

Make sure to incorporate at least a couple of the latest trends, and your wedding day will surely be a special one!

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Okay, so I couldn’t help myself to not get inspired by Sara and Charles’ Real Wedding. I’m going to give you a few pointers on how to achieve some of the cute details of their wedding but in an eco kind of way. Today, I’m tackling the matchboxes.

You will only need the unprinted matchboxes, 100% Recycled Labels, and your imagination. If you have a wedding motif, use it as part of your sticker design. Otherwise, you can use a simple but elegant monogram of your initials. Try it out and let us know how it goes…

Matches

Below are two sticker design versions for you to try this fun project. SIGN UP to receive our newsletter and we will personalize your own matchbox sticker for you! Just send us an email with your choice of design and we’ll do the rest.

Designs

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I came across Sara and Charles’ wedding photo album. I bet their bright color palette was the inspiration to the many creative, fun and personalized details of their wedding.

Sara and Charles

Sara and Charles

Sara and Charles

Sara and Charles

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