Who doesn’t love a little mood lighting, right? Basically, if someone out there could do this for our wedding, that would be fantastic (ignore the image on the right). We’re willing to pay, but also willing to lend a hand. Source So, I vote yes. Granted our colors are not purple, but AYKM? The lighting is just so romantic and fun. And, for the record, I completely love the projected image of their monogram on the floor. Now….to find an event designer willing to work with our budget…..... |
When Coachella Valley pioneer and hotelier George B. Roberson built his three-bedroom Mediterranean-Spanish Revival home in 1927, tucked back behind then-nearly nonexistent downtown Palm Springs, little did he know it would become one of the most celebrated restaurants in California.... |
One of the biggest trends in weddings is lighting! Brides want to create a beautiful wedding experience for their guests and nothing creates more of an elegant setting than lighting. Lighting can come in many different styles, whether it's use of loads of candles, chinese lanterns, uplighting, gobos, you can never go wrong with shades of color. Many brides think that using lighting is going to be way out of their budget, but I think that there are lighting options for every budget. Even if it's as simple as dozens and dozens of votives and pillar candles, you don't have to fork out... |
(click to enlarge)Candles are a great way to create simply enchanting ambiance to your wedding, and DIY candles can be fabulous personalized favors. There are several DIY candle kits available through Michael's Craft Store, such as the orchid gel candles.A simple arrangement of oil lamps in vases like those available through West Elm are stunning. Photo courtesy of Martha Stewart. Whimsically strung hanging flowers and candles add delicate grace to your wedding. Either attaching or showcasing Dahlias in a vase creates a festive parade of blooms. Use wire to string along these votive candles fr... |
What a fun wedding! Heather and Adam hired me a month before their wedding to help tie up the loose ends and to bring together their classy evening wedding. They are such a great couple and Heather is truly the cutest bride I have ever seen!Guests were greeted with the jazzy sounds of The Tuxedo Junkies and enjoyed passed champagne and chocolate covered strawberries before being escorted into the tent on the scenic grounds of The Derrick Club for the evening ceremony. They were then treated to an amazing dessert buffet in the main dining hall and danced the night away to the vintage sounds of ... |
there is nothing more romantic than a cluster of candles to create ambiance at your wedding.nothing.... |
While going through my ton of emails (I am signed up for everything), I came across this wonderful vase from CB2. This teardrop vase could add an amazing ambiance to your reception decor. The price is so right at $4.95 each. Get yours at CB2.com.email your questions to: bridalwishlist@gmail.com & visit our sister site, the capitol fashionista (http://thecapitolfashionista.blogspot.com)... |
What's better than warm summer nights spent out in the garden or on the patio with friends laughing and enjoying each other's company? Not much! We wanted to bring some inspiration to your summer entertaining with these gorgeous collections of glowing light that will let you sit outside and visit for hours. For an outdoor summer wedding, string sparkling chandeliers from trees to add a whimsical and elegant touch. These chandeliers are gorgeous, but think outside the box just a bit: string single, smaller chandeliers across the perimeter of a wooded area to give a con... |
presents Most Ambiance Bang for Your Buck by Amanda We asked our guest blogger, “From your experience, what should a bride spend her money on to create the best ambiance for her wedding?” Here is her response: Be upfront with the budget that you are working with. This way the planner can better strategize where the money and energy should be best allocated. Often times, when our clients gives us a budget range to work with, we are always able to maximize the outcome since we have more time to plan how best to allocate the money for the event. Lighting- rather than spending money on lav... |
I was delighted when I came across these wonderful images from an obviously talented, creative and up and coming photographer by the name of Ambiance Photography. I just adore the vintage couch! Great work! The groom also happens to be an old high school buddy of mine. Congrats Ryan! ... |