my favorite things: mirror details

Looking for a little “wow” factor in your decor? Oh, what a little shine can bring! One of my favorite things to see at an event is mirror details. Clean and modern, yet feminine, this touch can really add something special to your set up. For a few weddings this year, rather than escort cards, we had…

maggie sottero fall/spring collection

Greetings friends! It’s time…. time for my spring brides to start shopping for their wedding gowns! One of the most popular dress designers, and one of my favorites, is Maggie Sottero. Her dresses are beautiful, well made, and do not cost a fortune. Every season I am excited to see her new styles, knowing I’ll…

my favorite things: french macarons

One of my favorite desserts has always been the macaron. Colorful and light, these yummy treats all a hit right now in the world of weddings! Dont want a traditional wedding cake? Why not showcase a macaron tower?! So fun and grand. You’ll definitely get that “wow” factor! Looking for the perfect sweet favor? A box or adorable…

my favorite things: white phalaenopsis orchids

At recent appointment with a florist with one of my beautiful spring brides, she was asked what her favorite flower was and she said “Phalaenopsis orchids”! I smiled instantly, a woman after my own heart! I love all orchids, but the Phalaenopsis Orchid is one of the most amazing flowers in my opinion! I just…

fun idea friday!

I saw this on The Knot this morning…..isn’t this such a fun idea?! This bride put a small video camera in her bouquet! So fun to see things from her (well her bouquet’s) perspective all day! LOVE THIS! Have a great weekend everyone! ~Candice

my favorite things: photo booth fun

A batman mask for Brian and a crown for me. The flash goes off 4 times and we wait outside the booth to get our keepsake. Another great photo strip for our fridge, another fun reminder of the fun that was Mindy and Mike’s wedding. A photo booth is more than a wedding trend, it…

trend alert: chevron print

This modern, retro inspired pattern is everywhere right now, and don’t you just love it! Such a fun twist on an events decor! I am so in love with all of the chevron wedding pieces! Table runners, backdrops, and invites, all adorned with this “v” shape pattern. I’ve even seen it pop up on ring…

5 unique wedding favors

Raise your hand if you have about 10 bottle openers or coasters in your drawer from last season’s weddings you attended? Of course you do! So do I! Yes these favors are cute, and for a great wine themed wedding they are appropriate! But, I’m asking you to think outside of the box! There are so many…

my favorite things: creative escort & place cards

The escort card table…such a great focus point for your decor. Your escort cards can be a great way to be creative, and to continue to tie in your wedding theme. Before we go any further, let me explain the difference between escort cards and place cards, as it is one my most common questions from my…

patrick & melissa’s save the date video!

Looking for something fun for your “Save the Date?” Want something a little more personal than the normal magnets? Take a look at this! It’s a Save the Date Video! So creative! Melissa and Patrick were married on Feb. 11th. Such a great couple to work with! The wedding was full of fun, colorful decor…

my favorite things: unique cake toppers

I love, love, love cake toppers! Not your grandmothers’ cake top, these modern toppers are sure to impress. Customize them to reflect you as a couple, such a fun piece of your decor! Sure monogram toppers are still popular, but even more so lately are the personalized toppers, the wooden hand painted toppers, and my favorite, the…

911 emergency

Its’ 2 minutes until you walk down the aisle, your mouth is dry, and all you want in the world is a mint. “Who has a mint?” you yell out to your girls. Silence. No one put those Altoids in their tiny purse. Or, even better….you go to zip up your dress and snap! Zipper…