Valentines Day......{Hello Cupid, I'm right here}

Yes, I did just try to get a sympathy arrow from Cupid via my blog. But that's beside the point. We are just a few days away from the LOOOOVE Holiday, which (believe it or not) I do LOVE. Mainly because of the sweets. I thought it would be sweet of me to share some Valentines Day ideas and inspiration with you all. Follow me on Pinterest to view all of these photos and more.

Wishing you ALL lots of LOVE this Valentines Day! ~XO

Destination Wedding Dresses

We are currently working on another (out of the Country) destination wedding. Love those! One thing that always comes up for these particular brides is "What should I wear?" A majority of destination weddings take place in a Tropical, beach-like location which implies a more casual feel for the event. Of course, the attire should match the setting of the wedding. (Hey, that rhymes)! The weather, specifically the temperature, should also be considered when choosing a wedding gown style...especially if the festivities will be taking place outdoors. Some brides prefer a short gown whereas others prefer a long, yet light-weight gown. Both options are fine. It's all about what you (the bride) feels the most comfortable wearing.

Here are some great destination wedding gowns that are perfect for those warm-weather weddings:

Please let me know if you would like purchasing info for any of these gowns.

Real Wedding: Courtney & Jason wed in Winter Haven, FL

Wedding Coordinator AND Maid-of-Honor? YEP, that was me! I cannot begin to express how honored I was to have played both roles in such a beautiful celebration. Courtney and I were roommates for over 4 years while studying at The University of South Florida and have remained best friends ever since. I couldn't have asked for a better man to have come into my best friends life, than Jason. Like Courtney, Jason had a 5 year old child from a previous relationship. It was definitely meant to be! I am so excited to share with you some of the highlights from their BIG DAY:

The fabulous team of vendors:
Church: First Baptist Church
String Quartet: Imperial Symphony
Reception venue: Lake Ashton Country Club
Florist: The Wild Hare Florist
Rentals: Signature Events
Invitations: Meg Made
Wedding Day stationery: Not from a Box
Linens: Connie Duglin Linens
DJ: A Premier Entertainment
Photography: Brewer Photo & Video, Julie Brewer

Colorful Wedding Shoes

A great way for brides to incorporate their wedding colors into their bridal attire is through their shoes. What a perfect way to show your style and personality! Here are some of our favorites:

It's here....BHLDN!

After much anticipation, BHLDN (pronounced BEHOLDEN) has officially opened their "doors." The wedding/party collection was created by the same people who own Anthropologie, Urban Outfitters, and Free People. No wonder everything is just TO DIE FOR.

BHLDN's concept:
"Inspired by the Dutch word for “to keep,” as well as countless tales from family and friends of the extraordinary weddings they’d been part of, we began dreaming up something new.
Our roots are with Anthropologie, so a passion for experience and creating one-of-a-kind moments runs deep. But our offering speaks more to the not-so-everyday occasions—ours is voice that celebrates a woman’s most anticipated milestones. And one that gives tradition a twist."

Wow, I get chills just reading that. The vintage feel, the details, the femininity.....I love everything! Check out BHLDN for yourself....but in the meantime, here are some of my personal favorites:

Be you. Be loved. BHLDN

White House Black Market- Wedding Gowns

Another store that has launched a line of wedding gowns recently is White House Black Market. Have you heard??? I am totally smitten with everything I have seen from this particular collection. Not only are these dresses drop-dead gorgeous, they are really affordable! Also included for "the brides" are wedding day shoes, handbags, and jewelry. Check it out!

Anthropologie Wedding Gowns

I was ecstatic when I heard the news that one of my favorite stores (ANTHROPOLOGIE) is coming out with a line of wedding gowns and bridal accessories. How amazing! The line, called BHLDN, is scheduled to debut on February 14th through their online boutique. It is rumored that the first collection will include fifteen wedding gowns, along with party dresses, jewelry and other bridal pieces. I cannot wait to see EVERYTHING! Two weeks and counting......

Mirror, Mirror, on the....

I love the use of mirror accents in wedding and event decor. It gives a room such a vibrant and fresh feel. I'm not talking about the small square mirror underneath a table centerpiece (like they did in the "olden days"). Instead, combine those square mirrors to create a "runner" spread across a long table, or go all out with an entire mirror-top table. You can see from the photos below just how gorgeous that looks! Mirror vases, flower boxes, serving trays, furniture, and accent pieces can all loan it's beauty to a wedding or event of any style!

Photo Credits:

http://amouramour.com.au/category/daily-wedding-inspiration/page/3/
http://hubpages.com/hub/ASTONISHINGEVENTCONCEPTS

Our Inspiration Board featured on the Get Married Blog!

There are just so many exciting things happening around here that I often forget to blog about them. This weeks post triggered my memory (because of the color scheme). One of the inspiration boards that I created for the Olivier Events blog was featured on Blogger Brides (the Get Married blog). How exciting! As I said earlier in the week, I just LOVE the Navy and Pink color scheme. Click HERE to see the Get Married post and click HERE to see my original Navy and Pink Inspiration board.

Brooches, brooches, brooches!

One wedding trend that is not fading away any time soon is the use of brooches. It is a perfect way to add a touch of glam to your wedding. Brooches can be placed on a wedding gown, bridesmaids dresses, shoes, hair pieces, clutches or handbags, invitations, wedding cakes, guest books, ring pillows, centerpieces, floral bouquets, and more. Depending on the item you wish to enhance with a brooch, weight and size need to be considered. A heavier brooch would not work for invitations, hair pieces, or cakes.

Brooches should always match the style of your wedding. If you are having an elegant, formal affair, you may want to use a brooch with pearl adornments. If you are having a fun, modern event, you may want to look for a brooch that has a lot of "bling" or color to it. Vintage or antique brooches would perfectly accent a Southern-style wedding. Although brooches are small in size, if done correctly, they can make a huge impact on the overall look of your wedding. It truly is ALL about the details these days.

Brooches can be purchased at bridal salons, antique shops, jewelry stores, flea markets and on tons of different websites (such as Etsy, Amazon, bridal sites and craft sites). Happy hunting!