BBCH Spring-Summer 2012 : Page 201
Dress your wedding the same way you dress yourself! Your wedding should be a refl ection of your personal style. Look to your closet for inspiration on color, texture, and prints. A neutral gal? Think soft, solid linens with white full blooms. Love bold prints? Splurge on patterned linens and a custom graphic gobo design for indoor lighting to make an equally strong statement. Obsessed with your favorite blue top? Look for bridesmaids dresses in the same hue or use it as your starting point for all of your wedding paper! Katie Jackson-Meara, Owner of So Dressed Up sodressedup.com We love it when designers take trends from ready-to-wear collections and translate it to bridal. The color blocking in this Carolina Herrera gown is a perfect example— unique and stylish. Ultimate Bride Sta ultimatebride.com Rather than trendy this year, couples are going for a timeless elegance when it comes to their overall wedding, without compromising their own individuality. My advice to couples is to plan well, don’t over think things , and relax and enjoy the day . Catherine Carey, Event Coordinator at The Murphy the-murphy.com Set the tone of your reception by leading the way on the dance fl oor! Make sure the band has the energy and vitality of a live concert to make your wedding atmosphere fun and lively, with tasteful song choices ranging from Stevie Wonder and Billy Joel to Jay Z and Kings of Leon. Danny Chaimson, President & CEO of The Gold Coast All Stars goldcoasteventschicago.com This year, it’s all about the metallic details . Brides-to-be should defi nitely focus on the fi rst impression essentials that everyone notices (most importantly your invitations). Have your classic invitation painted and beveled in gold leaf or silver to visually amaze your guests. Sacha Krasney, Owner of Be U Brides & Be U Weddings beubrides.com This wedding season, we are noticing brides-to-be are opting for a contemporary, minimalist look with clean lines and pops of color . For example, our tables at the Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago are square, black and chrome with modern chairs. Many brides are opting to forego linens for a modern look with ornamentation through fl oral arrangements, votives and unique chargers. Chad Jackson, Director of Catering, Radisson Blu Chicago radissonbluchicago.com Why not do cocktails before the ceremony? It’s completely unexpected and something your guests will love. If you don’t want your guests seeing you in all of your bridal glory before you walk down the aisle, consider getting a short & sassy dress for cocktails and change into your gown for the ceremony. Beth Bernstein, Owner & Event Director, SQN Events SQNevents.com Photo by Maypole Studios This season, brides-to-be are seeking venues o ering a blank canvas to create their dream wedding . For décor— think vibrant, romantic color palettes inspired by nature and the seasons, infused with the personality of the couple. Brides love bringing the feel of the outdoors to their special day. Natasha Patla, Director of Special Events at Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum naturemuseum.org
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