Celebratory Succulents as seen on WV Weddings Blog.

Created for the WV Weddings Planners Palette 

Want to throw a wedding party and have flowers that will last as long as the memories? This board was inspired by a blog post showing a bride holding her succulent bouquet and the adjacent photo was the newlywed holding her bouquet on her one year anniversary. That's a fun concept.

To welcome spring—royal purple and grays accent the natural blue-greens of the succulents. Succulents would be an easy addition to any jewel toned wedding theme as well. Peacock feathers, moss, and ribbon add whimsy to the celebration.

Make wedding guest memories last just as long by sending them home with miniature potted succulents, easy to take care of even for the least inclined gardener. 

Sources:

1. Bride with Her Bouquet  2. Wedding Cake  3. Lace Gown
4. Mismatched Bridesmaid Dresses  5. Succulent Arrangement
6. Color Inspiration   7. Groomsmen Mismatched Ties
8. Bouquet Accented with Peacock Feathers  9. Hot Pinks and Purple  10. Groomsmen Attire

Coffee Brunch Celebration as seen on WV Weddings Blog

Coffee Brunch Inspiration Board on WV Weddings Blog 

What's better to wake up to than the warm, comforting aroma of coffee brewing? Why not lend that comfort and energy to your wedding celebration? This inspiration board was inspired by the smell of coffee and the casual trend of burlap accents. 

Coffee is a perfect theme for an early March brunch, complete with brown bridesmaid dresses, creamy hydrangea bouquets tied up with burlap, and donuts for a mid-morning receptions. 

Best of all? All of the components of this wedding are fun, casual, yet lend an elegant air, but the cost is much lower than a former evening affair with a heavy dinner. 

Serve donuts with coffee, spike it if you like. Enjoy some mimosas and finger sandwiches. If it's warm enough play some croquet. Then send your guests off with a sweet burlap pouch of coffee beans. Not all of the guest coffee drinkers? Send them home with chocolate covered espresso beans, who wouldn't enjoy that boost? 

Sources:

1. Bride  2. Mini Doughnuts and Coffee  3. Gift Wrap DIY Project
4. White Bouquets   5. Rings    6. Wedding Shoes
7. Escort Card Display  8. Brown Bridesmaid Dress
9. Jim Hjelm Occasions Bridesmaid Dress  10. Delicate Dotted Petals Wedding Cake

Sweet Romance as seen on WV Weddings Blog

Valentine's Inspiration for WV Weddings Blog 

I've always been a fan of Valentine's Day but find the bright reds and magentas overpowering. This inspiration board was inspired by the "Hey Lady" Shoes with the pink ribbon lining.

Valentine's Day can be romantic and sincere—even the nay-sayers might have an "ahhh" moment when they see this light, airy interpretation of the love holiday. Balance the girly pinks and lace with tan, taupe, and even pale blue accents.

Use vintage valentine's as cute and unique save-the-dates and even table numbers. Send guests home with conversation heart cookies expressing your gratitude for their friendship and love.

Sources:

1. Hey Lady Shoes  2. Sweetheart Wedding Dress  3. ETSY Earrings  4. Flowers 5. Wine Sleeve 6. Cakes 7. Invitations 8. Jenny Packham Dress 9. Place Setting 10. Reception Décor 11. Portrait Pose 12. Lace and Flowers 13. ETSY Headband 14. Wedding Party 15. ETSY Pink Ring 16. Maids

Art Deco Delight: as seen on the WV Weddings Blog

Art Deco created for WV Weddings 

What kind of inspiration do you draw from the cold winter month of January? The bleak grays seen outside can be turned into a glamourous, modern take on the art deco movement of the 1920's and 30's. 

Simple geometric patterns can be mirrored in everything from the invitation, the cake and even the wedding gown.  

Reaching back to the art deco era, you can find antique pearl earrings and black satin pumps, perhaps in "grandma's" attic. While calling upon this era you can draw inspiration from the beauty-queen-style bouquet with long stems and large luxurious, cream colored blooms. 

Grays, whites, and blacks have never been so entertaining. 

Sources:

1. Stationery  2. Bridesmaid Dress  3. Accessories  4. Wedding Gown  5. Earrings 

6. Groom's Attire  7. Bride and Groom  8. Black Satin Pump  9. Wedding Cake  10. Décor 

Winter Wonderland Wedding Celebration as seen the WV Weddings Blog

Original Post on WV Wedding's Planner's Palette Blog

Dreaming of a white Christmas and planning a winter wedding? Why not unite the two dreams and plan a formal monochromatic winter affair. White, silver, and gray are perfect winter colors. They are at once indicative of the cold winter atmosphere but sophisticated and inviting. Adding natural elements like miniature pine cones and painted twigs with a little silver glitter and perhaps some shinny snowflake designs add wonderful winter whimsy to your beautiful winter wonderland. 

Happy Holidays! 

Sources:

1. Miniature Wedding Cakes   2. Silver and White Boutonniere   3. Winter Bouquet  4. Silver Bridesmaid Dress

5. Silver and White Invitation 6. Bride with Faux Fur Stole  7. All Lace Sleeved Wedding Gown

8. Snowflake Cookies  9. Winter Style Table Setting

Wooly Warm Wedding as seen on the WV Weddings Blog

Created for WV Weddings Planner's Palette Blog

Cool weather is finally here and as we pull out our wool blankets and flannel sheets we can draw inspiration from their warmth and natural origins. 

This board focuses on a wedding that is truly homegrown in the mountains of WV: unique textures,  rustic, natural bouquets, and unexpected patterns. 

Pine cone bouquets are a unique, inexpensive, DIY way to give your wedding a funky flair and with the added bonus of that "pine fresh" smell.  Wool blankets in plaid patterns can be used as tablecloths or maybe a much need cloak during outdoor photos. 

Treat guests to artisan cheeses from nearby farms and local wine, just wipe the dust off the bottle. Stick with tradition and offer birdseed for tossing and birdseed ornaments as a natural favor to send guests on their happy way. 

Sources: 

1. Dresses 2. Horses and Plaid 3. Bird Cakes 4. Centerpiece 5. Plaid Cake 6. Field Bride 

7. Fall Wedding Bliss 8.  Pinecone Bouquets 9. Cheese and Fruit 10. Bride and Sister 

11. Cedar Wedding Programs 12. Invitations 13. Birdseed Favors 14. Burberry Heels 

The Great Pumpkin Wedding Celebration - Happy Halloween

I love fall and adore pumpkins, though I find dressing up for Halloween to be stressful and not my kind of fun. So in honor of Hallow's night here is a board boasting natural and beautiful combo of the simple pumpkin, fall treats, and harvest flowers. 

Sources:

1. Orange Roses    2. Reception   3. Bottled Cider Ale   4. Copper Etsy Earrings

5. Cinnamon Bun Appetizers   6. Honey   7. Pumpkin Dessert Table   8. Jim Hjelm Wedding Dress

9. Outdoor Seating   10. Bride and her girls   11. Golden Cream Pumpkin Wedding Cake

12. Pumpkin Candle Centerpiece    13. Pumpkin Decorations