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Take this Advice

Make sure you hire a wonderful photographer. You can’t go back! Design a wedding logo and use throughout all decor to keep continuity of details. Hire a good event planner and day of planner at least. ~Kate Preftakes/Photographer

About the Photographer
Hiring a wedding photographer is one of the most important parts of your wedding. I specialize in natural portraits and beautiful details because I believe that at the end of the day, that’s what matters most. I shoot with a combination of fine art and documentary style photography and while I’m based in NH I travel all over for weddings. You can find more information at my website.

Vendors

Photographer: Kate Preftakes Photography
Cake Designer: Masterpieces Cake Art
Paper Props: Tying the Knots
Caterer: Mayfair Farm
Event Venue: Aldworth Manor
Floral Designer: Lotus Floral Designs
Event Planner: Events by Sorrell

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This is what Photographer Frankee Victoria had to say after shooting this beautiful one-of-a-kind wedding –

This was a 1920’s themed wedding at the Crazy Bear in Stadhampton, Oxfordshire. The slightly eccentric venue fitted in perfectly with the 1920’s theme. The bride and groom had actually kept the fact that it was their wedding a surprise from the majority of the guests – telling them it was Bekki’s 30th birthday party. Then when everyone had arrived Craig told them all the news! It was very glitzy with all the 1920’s themed accessories you’d expect. The bridesmaids all wore variations of cream and sparkle. Beautiful and so much fun to photograph!

Vendors

Photographer:  Frankee Victoria Photography
Reception Venue:The Crazy Bear Hotel

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Pink, White and Gray

This charming color combination is very hot this year and super pretty for a spring wedding.

The great thing about this combination is that you can go with a variety of different shades of each color and it still ties together well. Plus, it has a very feminine look without being too “girly.”

Aqua, Green and Blue

Another beautiful palette, this one features shades of aqua, green and blue. This particular example features beautiful jewel shades of each color, accented with lighter shades.

It’s absolutely beautiful and works well for any venue or setting. The bold, stunning colors are great for a non-traditional couple as well.

Yellow and Gray

Left over from last year, yellow and gray is still a very popular wedding palette. The gray gives a clean, sleek look while the pops of yellow really add in the vivid and happy element.

The combination is outstanding and because it is so popular, there are a lot of resources for finding wedding decor and elements.

Each of these looks is super popular right now and a lot of fun to play around with. When planning your color palette for a 2014 wedding, go bold and beautiful!

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1. Naked Cake with Rose Blossoms

One of the most popular trends in wedding cakes right now is the naked cake, which simply means that there is no frosting on the outside of the cake. This is a big change from the heavily frosted and fondant cakes that are more traditional for weddings. However, they’re absolutely beautiful and still delicious.

2. Ruffled Wedding Cake

Another very popular option is the ruffled wedding cake. This is a luxurious and beautiful look, and there is a lot of versatility in it. Brides can opt for simple cakes with white ruffles, or the trending ombre ruffled look. They can also choose to have the cakes embellished with beautiful flowers or simple and stunning with no flowers.

3. Rustic Wedding Cake

Rustic wedding cakes are incredibly trendy right now, and there are all different kinds to choose from. Many brides prefer simple rustic cakes with buttercream icing and very simple embellishments. This beautiful woodland themed cake features simple icing techniques and nest embellishments.

4. Patterned Cake

Patterns are making a huge statement this year, along with some very beautiful cakes. From chevron patterns to polka dots, this is the year for the “printed” cake look. This stunning cake features bold black and white stripes, beautiful gold, and a vintage rose pattern, embellished with a large blossom.

Any one of these beautiful cakes would be perfect for a spring 2014 wedding and if you still don’t have any great ideas, there’s always a trip to the bakery to speak with a professional!

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Red

Of course, you can go with the traditional roses, but many brides want to venture off the beaten path and go with flowers that are a little more unique. Here are some great choices for red flowers:

Anemone

Carnation

Mini Calla Lily

Amaryllis

Tulip

Mini Gerbera Daisy

Chrysanthemum

Orange

Orange is such a beautiful, summery color but it can also be fantastic for autumn or spring weddings. There are a variety of beautiful orange flowers, including:

Ranunculus

Rose

Gerbera Daisy

Dahlia

Tulip

Asiatic Lily

Yellow

Yellow is another bright, fresh color that looks fantastic in a bouquet. A few fantastic choices include:

Iris

Gerbera Daisy

Daffodil

Sunflower

Snapdragon

Freesia

Orchid

Tulip

Green

If you want your bouquet to have beautiful green elements, there are some great flowers to go with:

Hydrangea

Rose

Tulip

Viburnum

Bells of Ireland

Purple

There are some gorgeous and sweet-smelling choices for purple bouquet flowers. A few include:

Hydrangea

Sweet Pea

Vanda Orchid

Iris

Hyacinth

Anemone

Pink

If you want to go with pink, you can choose from:

Waxflower

Zinnia

Cosmos

Peony

Cherry Blossom

Delphinium

Lisianthus

White

And finally, for beautiful white elements in your bouquet, choose from:

Daisy

Chrysanthemum

Gardenia

Anemone

Lily of the Valley

Chamomile

Baby’s Breath

Paperwhites

Calla Lily

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What You’ll Need

Purchase bouquets of silk flowers (any type you want) as well as fishing line, a large sewing needle and a hot glue gun with sticks. This is all you need to create these beautiful hanging flower strands. It’s attractive with just one type or color of flower, but you can also use a variety of colors for a charming and whimsical look.

How to Do It

Remove the blossoms from the stems of your artificial flowers. If the blossom is just one piece of fabric, you’re fine but if it’s more than one, you may need to hot glue them together so they don’t fall apart. Next, thread your sewing needle with a long strand of thin fishing line. You’ll want to think about the length from the floor to the ceiling when measuring out your fishing line.

Tie a knot in the end of the fishing line (opposite end of the needle) and then thread the flowers over the fishing line by inserting the needle in the middle of the flower and pulling it through the other side. If you want the flowers to sit directly on top of each other, don’t tie knots. However, if you want the flowers spaced out, tie knots every few inches in the fishing line before putting a new flower on.

Voila – you can create your own hanging flower strands for an elegant, beautiful wedding and you can save a ton of money in the process.

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Black and White – This beautiful black and white themed cake features elegant lace details that make it seem complicated and very simple at the same time. Very classic looking, this is a perfect cake for the bride and groom who are going with a black and white theme, and it would work for several other themes as well.

Victorian or Princess – This gorgeous cake is definitely fit for a princess. It would also work very well for a winter wedding. With fine filigree detailing, the cake is embellished with a giant silver fondant bow and tassel.

Nature Themed – Maybe you’re thinking of doing a nature-themed wedding, a garden reception or something else involving the great outdoors. This beautiful bird and branch wedding cake is very simple but beautiful. The delicate birds provide little pops of color on a very natural-looking cake.

Spring/Colorful Themes – This cake is absolutely breathtaking. It’s so beautiful that many brides would be hesitant to cut into it. With a stained glass look and gorgeous flowers, this one is perfect for any spring, summer or color-themed wedding.

These 4 very beautiful and very different cakes may serve up some inspiration for you when it comes to choosing your own cake!

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Baby’s Breath – Choose Baby’s Breath to signify celebration and festivity. Baby’s Breath makes a wonderful accent flower for roses, carnations, ranunculus, and peonies. It also looks wonderful as an accent piece for bouquets and boutonnières.

Orange Blossoms – Orange blossoms have long signified fertility, so they’re perfect for a couple who is planning to create a beautiful family soon! Orange blossoms look beautiful as a primary flower, featuring large, white petals. They work very well for summer weddings, and smell fantastic.

Gardenias – Gardenias signify joy, the perfect message to send at your ceremony and reception. Another large, white flower, gardenias are perfect for summer. They have a very strong, beautiful scent and can be used as boutonnières as well as bouquets.

Tulips – Spring weddings are beautiful with tulips in all colors, but yellow means “hopelessly in love,” the perfect sentiment. Tulips are a large blossom, perfect for the primary flower in tabletop décor, and can be paired with nearly any other kind of flower.

Ranunculus – A very popular wedding flower, ranunculus means “dazzled by charms,” and is a perfect primary flower in arrangements, bouquets and for boutonnières. This type of flower is paired perfectly with flowers featuring tiny blossoms, like Baby’s Breath.

Peonies – Peonies signify a happy marriage, so they’re the perfect wedding flower. Available in a wide range of colors, peonies are large blossoms that have a vintage feel. They look fantastic as the primary flower in any arrangement, and are great when surrounded by accent flowers and greenery.

Hibiscus Flowers – Hibiscus flowers symbolize delicate beauty, and are wonderful for a tropical-themed wedding. These large blossoms look great when surrounded by greenery or smaller blossoms. They’re a wonderful flower for bouquets and boutonnières.

Consider these flowers and their amazing meanings when you’re planning out your floral décor or bouquets. They’re elegant, beautiful, and convey wonderful meanings.

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