Trend We Love / Flower Crowns / North Carolina Wedding Planner

   Have you noticed the growing popularity of flowers crowns? Maybe it's my inner flower child, but I adore them. They're more unique than a traditional veil, but still just as special.  These crowns add a bit of whimsy and magic to any bride's hair. They can be big and make a grand statement or small and dainty and look amazing on loose up-dos, with braids, or atop flowing waves. Here are a few of my favorites.

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Sunflower Wedding Inspiration / North Carolina Wedding Planner

   Oh Sunflowers, how I adore them. To me, they are the epitome of summertime. They bring to my mind thoughts of warmth, sunshine, and happiness. They're also so versatile. Alone or with baby's breath they can give a wedding a wonderful country, laid back vibe. When they're arranged with more formal flowers or softer colors, they become more elegant and almost whimsical.
   So, I wanted to share a little bit of sunflower prettiness and inspiration.
 

{Teale Photography}

{Ryan Price Photographer}

{Andrew Thomas Lee Photography}

{Kelly Rae Stewart Photography}

{Photography by Valerie}

Engagement Session - Sarah and Nick / North Carolina Wedding Planner

      Is it really July already? Mind blowing right?  The really wonderful thing about June flying by so quickly is that this sweet couple, Sarah and Nick, are getting married this month!
   We'll be doing the design and coordinating for their little shindig and working with Captured Photography by Amy. We can't wait to share all the beautiful shots from their day but, until then, we wanted to share their bright and happy engagement pics with you all.

The benefits of an at-home wedding / North Carolina Wedding Planner

   We love professional wedding venues. We love that each one is unique, they set-up and tear-down everything, and they're extremely experienced in hosting events...among many other lovely benefits. Some bride's though, your's truly included, opt for the flexibility and familiarity that an at-home wedding has to offer. We've done quite a few at home weddings and are wholeheartedly for this. Today we just wanted to share with y'all a little list of the benefits of this option, just in case you're considering making your own special day a home-grown one. 

{J. Darren Photography}

{Dano Keeney Photography}

{Blue Sky Photography}

The benefits of having your wedding at home:
-No rental fee 

-Access to the venue whenever you (or your planners) want. Need to set-up days early or or want to party into the wee hours of the morning? No problem. It's all yours. 

-Freedom to decorate however you desire. No rules about hanging things from the ceiling, moving furniture, etc...
-The wedding party gets to get dressed in a nice, familiar spot with all your belongings nearby. No making-do in the church nursery or leaving your water proof mascara and garter at home.
-The freedom to use whichever vendors you choose. No preferred vendors list to comply with.
-The pride and memories that come with celebrating at a place already so close to your heart.

Winter Wedding Decor Inspiration / North Carolina Wedding planner

   We know it doesn't feel much like winter around these parts right now, but my yearning for snow took over today and I couldn't resist sharing all these gorgeous bits of winter-inspired design ideas.  Plus, the idea of hot chocolate or eggnog at a wedding is something I'm pretty in love with.

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Real Wedding / Revolution Mills / North Carolina Wedding Planner

   When we first met with Jamie and her mom, we were instantly excited about helping her put together this beautiful wedding. She told her and her fiance' Dave's love story with such sweetness and detail, we couldn't wait to see these two say "I do."
   This bride's taste was right on with what we adore, eclectic, natural, and no set color scheme, and the idea of having all kinds of desserts made by friends and family resulting in desserts galore and a way for relatives to express their love and support? Fabulous!

A big thanks to our fantastic vendors:

Planning, design, and reception coordination: Blissful Whimsy Events
Photography: Mark Potter Photography
Ceremony Venue: Our Lady of Grace
Reception Venue: Revolution Mills
Ceremony florals: Rebecca Hollowell
Reception florals and centerpieces: Rebecca Hollowell and Blissful Whimsy Events
Caterer: Maria's
Cake: Delicious
Rentals: Partymakers

Special and Affordable Wedding Dresses / North Carolina Wedding Planner

   First of all, happy New Year friends! This past year was so good to us and we know 2013 will be even more grand!
   A lot of gents choose Christmastime or New Years to pop that special question so we're guessing there's a lot of newly engaged ladies out there just dying to get to planning.
   Of course all aspects of the wedding are important but, let's be honest, the best part is picking out a dress. We've rounded up some dresses that encourage you to think a little outside the box. These dresses are affordable because they're from stores that we'd normally buy clothes at, but they're still special enough for your special day. These lovely options are most fitting for a more casual, small wedding, a more out-of-the-ordinary type of event, or perhaps an elopement. Too casual for you? Each of them would make a pretty fabulous rehearsal dress don't ya think?

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