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Rustic Wedding Details

With so many brides adding DIY touches to their wedding day it only seems appropriate that rustic, homespun details are on the forefront!  What a fun way to add flair that is all about you and your new family.  There is no easier way to add personalized touches that are appealing and will make your guests feel comfortable and right at home.  These details are easy to do and will bring smiles to your guest and to your wallet!  If your wedding is more formal, don't be afraid to use these subtly.  Think about using them in your florals or maybe a cute photo booth option.  The best part about these items is their versatility and the ability to be crafty... Make the most of it!

    

Photos Courtesy of Style Me Pretty 

  Lead guests to your wedding with homemade wooden wedding signs!

 

            Add a rustic feel with your centerpieces and chairs, or a pop of color with bright paper lanterns.

Use carnations or mums pinned onto foam letters to greet guests at the wedding's entrance.
Photo courtesy of Wedding On The Brain 

Use mason jars and white twinkle lights for creative lighting with a lot of Southern charm!

Meet Megan!

Hello Tickled Pink gals!

I'm the new intern here at Tickled Pink and I could not be more honored and, of course, excited!! I just recently graduated college and I'm thrilled to be involved in the wedding industry.  I love the design aspect of weddings.  You can always find me crafting new ideas and thinking outside the box.  I have always been interested in art, design and have even made some of my own clothes.  Speaking of clothing...for those wedding day bridal needs, come see me at Solutions Bridal Designer House! I'm a Bridal Consultant there as well.  Brittany and I both have our roots there, as she began as a Bridal Consultant, too...hopefully I'll be able to follow in her footsteps!

Just a little bit about me... I'm from Indiana and I'm still a northern girl at heart :) I love sports, especially soccer, and I always think of my best ideas while on a run.  I could watch reality television for days (I'm such an addict).  And strawberry banana smoothies are my favorite food!  I have the best dog in the world, he'll be turning 14 soon! (yep...14!)  And he's still the coolest beagle ever. Haha.  

Well, thats all for now but look for me writing on the latest scoop in bridal!  I look forward to it!

  

    

Wedding Trend Alert: Navy Blue

Every blushing bride is looking for their perfect color palate to compliment their wedding dreams.  Sophisticated and classic navy blue is now making its way into many brides' big days.  Whether they add a pop of the color with a modern, fun accent in their decor or make it their statement piece using bridesmaid dresses, navy blue is the perfect compliment to any wedding's aesthetic. 

Not to mention the much needed "something blue."  Who says it needs to be a particular blue?  Why not add a fun touch with some navy blue shoes!  Bold satin shoes will look fabulous peeking out from underneath your gown....a great pair of navy blue earrings would add fabulous sparkle with a unique touch.  Don't be afraid to play with color when it comes to all aspects of your wedding! 

                             

                Blue Earrings by Lee Angel (shopbop.com)

         

         

                       Some adorable wedding day touches.

      

                                Amsale Bridesmaid Gown

       
                   Who doesn't love a fabulous pair of shoes!?                      

Paper Couture Wedding Stationary

 

Love unique, custom wedding invitations but can't quite squeeze them into your wedding budget?  Introducing Paper Couture, created by Amy Morelli of 2U Collection and Abby Liga of Liga Photography.  This dynamic duo has teamed up to make fine paper goods more accessible with their collection of wedding invitations and stationary with a sophisticated and custom look without the high price.  Simply choose your favorite invitation from their website, submit an order, and receive a digital proof emailed to you within only 3-5 business days.  Within a month, you'll receive your gorgeous wedding invitations that will give your wedding correspondence a polished look and help bring your wedding theme and colors to life.  All designs are retired each six months, keeping the product line fresh.  Be sure to check out their new site now and use coupon code VGPC56 to receive 15% off your order!

 

Personalized Table Decor

I love personalizing things at weddings, and I'm not just talking monograms.  Little touches that you put lots of thought into add depth and added personality to weddings, and these are the things you and your guests will remember.  Take, for instance, these stamped "Mr. and Mrs." forks to be used by the bride and groom at their reception dinner or cake cutting.

 

These table number spoons are perfect for an intimate rehearsal dinner, or maybe a wedding brunch.

Chalkboards are big at weddings right now.  Add a pretty bunch of flowers and use these chalkboard mason jars to identify either table numbers or place settings.

 

Having a seaside event?  These calligraphed sand dollars are pretty decor and double as escort cards.  Mini-versions can be set at each seat for place cards.

 

Other ideas for personalizing your tables:

Use photos of the bride and groom at age 1 for Table 1, age 2 for Table 2, etc...

Perhaps best for an intimate affair, photo place cards are a unique and very thoughtful touch.  Using a photo of each guest (childhood, recent, maybe with the bride/groom), print photos in black and white or sepia toned and matte with card stock.

Many brides chose to name their tables rather than number them.  This works well IF:

1. Your table names are printed clearly and in a large enough font to be read in a candlelit room.  Use a printed font rather than script.

2. You've given your caterer and coordinator a floor plan with table names.  

3. There are not too many tables.  Ten tables is easy to navigate; 20 named tables makes it hard for guests to find their seat.  Unlike numbers, where "1" is likely near "2", the "merlot" table is not necessarily anywhere near the "cabernet" table.  Note: if you do have a large amount of tables, you can display a sign at cocktail hour showing a diagram so that guests can know ahead of time where in the room Table 18 is.  

Paper Lanterns and Wedding Decor by Luna Bazaar (Sponsored Post)

One of my top recommended sites for wedding decor like paper lanterns, votive holders, and parasols is Luna Bazaar.  They carry a wide array of wedding items to fit any color scheme or wedding style.  If you take a look at our website, you'll find pictures featuring the paper lanterns, white parasols, and colorful votive holders.  We've strung LED lit lanterns over pools, and hung them from rafters and ceilings to give a colorful, informal look at weddings and events.  Over the summer, we used these white eyelet paper lanterns for a beachside tented wedding:

 Love the lanterns but want to dress them up a bit?  A mix of these beaded paper lanterns hung over the dance floor adds a big pop of decor and another dimension of style to your event.

 
 
 

One of my favorite trends right now is the use of antique-looking mercury glass and mixed metals.  We frequently order candlestick, votive, and tealight holders in silver and gold from Luna Bazaar, creating beautiful vintage inspired table tops that can completely transform a room.  

   

Caroline Johnson Photography Android App

Our friend Caroline Johnson, an amazing international photographer, has recently launched her own Android App.  The app will allow clients and friends to stay current on industry trends and what's happening in her studio.  When you download the app, you'll be able to review photos from recent shoots and check Caroline's Twitter postings right at your fingertips!  For those who don't know about Androids, you can simply take an image of the barcode using the barcode scanner and it will locate the application and load it on your phone for you. Enjoy!