Innehållsförteckning för Celebrate Weddings 2013 från Southern Lady

Weddings … the mere word conjures up thoughts we ladies have had our entire lives! We have been in love with our Prince Charming since we were toddlers, but for years we just didn’t know who he was. From the first swoosh of the wedding dress to the carriage that carries the couple to “happily ever after,” we have always had our weddings planned in our minds. Today, I marvel at the wonderful, creative weddings I see daily. The young people in my office who are getting married amaze me with their ideas to make the day their very own. Those of us on the periphery get to share in the fun, too. I have never seen such beautiful invitations, flowers, and all the details that are put together. When…

WINE BOTTLES Wine bottles can make glamorous table markers. Spray-paint empty bottles gold, and let dry. Then adhere our labels (available at celebratemag.com). Finish the table with more shimmery accents, such as flatware and gilded mercury glass. SMALL AND SWEET In addition to an opulent centerpiece, small arrangements interspersed throughout the table lend a bohemian touch. Here, succulents and fluff y hydrangea blooms are woven together atop moss in a gold-rimmed box. Find the place cards shown at celebratemag.com. IN THE GARDEN (Facing page) Attach chicken wire to the back of an antique frame, and use tiny clothespins to invite guests to their table for the evening. (Clockwise) For a buff et-style event, roll napkins in bracelets (we found these at stelladot.com) instead of napkin rings, perfect for a shower…

Traditionally hosted by the groom’s family, the rehearsal dinner offers an opportunity to share a meal, funny stories, and wishes for the bride and groom with those closest to them. It is also a time for the couple to reflect and to anticipate their future. Warm hues of brown, gold, and green give this family-style dinner masculine overtones, while touches of creamy white roses keep it classic and elegant. Hanging votives light the way for guests to take their seats at tables covered in brown burlap. Place settings of handmade pottery accentuate the earthy tones, and wooden, bejeweled napkin rings, cream linen napkins, and beaded votives add graceful touches. The loose flower arrangement, held on a rustic tripod of branches, is placed above the guests to make conversation easy and…

It may not have been love at first sight, but it was certainly excitement. Crystal and Drew were introduced in high school, and although they were fond of each other, a relationship didn’t begin between these two Alabama natives until several years later. After a couple of years of dating, Drew proposed the morning after the two saw The Avett Brothers in concert. The last thing Crystal had in mind after a late night was going on a hike, but Drew managed to convince her. They stopped at the first bluff they came to, and Drew reached into his backpack for what Crystal thought were snacks. “At first I was hoping for sour straws,” she recalls. “And then he pulled out a box.” A mutual love for the outdoors played…

A PERSONAL TOUCH Page 23–flatware, Cambridge Page 25–flatware, Cambridge Page 27–candles, CandleLuxury.com BRUNCH WITH THE BRIDE Page 32–flatware, Cambridge; salad plate, Macy’s; orange tray, Z Gallerie; napkins, VIETRI; tablecloth and table runner, Patricia Spratt for the Home Page 33–champagne flutes, Juliska Page 41–clutches, Sara Lloyd A BEAUTIFUL BRIDAL SHOWER Page 43–place-card holder, Rae Dunn Page 44–box, Paper Source Page 45–place mat, MYdrap; napkin, Walmart Page 49–cocktail napkin, MYdrap Page 52–stamp, ink pad, and envelopes, Paper Source A ROMANTIC REHEARSAL DINNER Page 54–hanging votive, CB2 Page 55–hanging votives, CB2; charger, plates, napkin, and napkin ring, Table Matters Page 57–copper tub, Plow & Hearth Page 60–vintage wooden tray, Table Matters FAREWELL FAVORS Page 114–slip-cover tins, Specialty Bottle; macarons, Sucré ADDRESSES buymydrap.com cambridgesilversmiths.com candleluxury.com cb2.com juliska.com macys.com paper-source.com patriciasprattforthehome.com plowhearth.com raedunn.com saralloyd.com shopsucre.com…

FOR:The Bridesmaids FOR: The Groooomsmen FOR: The Parents MORE WAYS TO THANK MOM AND DAD Give the gift of wine appreciation, wineofthemonthclub.com; Let them share a cooking class, williams-sonoma.com; Reward them with some R&R, spafinder.com; Send them to a Broadway hit or favorite concert, ticketmaster.com; Hire an artist to capture the big day, liveeventartist.com. FOR: The Kids…

BELLINI BAR Provide the option of three different fruit purées and a few bottles of chilled Prosecco so the girls can serve themselves. This beautiful brunch celebrates the special bond between a bride and her bridesmaids, and a warm citrus color palette suits a morning get-together. Set the scene with a simple yet glamorous backdrop, and then let the festivities begin with a Bellini bar. A heart-shaped punch is key to crafting these festive garlands, and the colorful card stock reflects the palette. Adhere hearts to gold-sequined ribbon, using double-sided tape. TABLETOP DETAILS Start by mixing and matching linens in bright, bold patterns. We tucked vibrant blooms into gold-accented vessels and interspersed citrus throughout the tablescape, tying in the color palette. Casual, colorful plates and chargers went well against the…

After his first date with Aubrey, Adam knew she was the one—though Aubrey needed some time to catch up. It took a bit of convincing for Adam to win her over, but soon they fell fast in love. And after just six months of dating, Adam took Aubrey to a rooftop deck in downtown Dallas, where he proposed. Overjoyed, Aubrey forgot to say yes, but Adam knew her response as she hugged him tightly. The couple quickly began planning the big day. For their reception venue, Aubrey and Adam chose Three Three Three First Avenue near Fair Park in Dallas. Aubrey favored this venue with lofted ceilings, hardwood floors, and floor-to-ceiling windows. She knew she wanted to incorporate three details into the wedding: dried cotton, playful pom-poms, and romantic string…

Erin and her fiancé, Chris, planned their September Seattle wedding with their guests in mind. “We wanted to introduce our home to our family and friends who had never been here,” Erin says. This classic affair with whimsical and vintage-inspired details shared their passions from the start of the ceremony to the very last dance. To show off the northwestern landscape that had so captivated them, the couple planned an outdoor wedding at Robinswood House in Bellevue, just outside Seattle. They were married beneath a grand cherry tree with small arrangements of spray roses and windflower pods dangling from the branches overhead. The clusters of Casper pumpkins, Blue Hubbard squash, Long Island cheese pumpkins and other varieties that lined the aisle lent a graceful whisper of autumn. The reception area…

OMBRE TREND Monochromatic arrangements are perfect for carrying wedding themes and color palettes from bouquets to tabletops. The ombré effect—colors graduated from one shade to the next—is stunning when moving from deep pinks to almost-white blooms. MODERN ROMANTIC Floral designers and tablescape artists today emphasize the saying “anything goes.” It’s all about pulling together the old and the new. This centerpiece does just that, mixing floral pieces with pedestals, artwork, nests, and a small birdcage. GARDEN PARTY This mix of flowers creates a perfect palette of soft pinks, greens, and grays. Hydrangea blooms are placed first as the larger, filler flowers, while peonies, silver brunia clusters, and double-petal tulips add the delicate finishing details. ALL-WHITE VESSELS Stick with an assortment of white vessels, vases, and dishware to create the perfect…

As the grand event approaches, a brideto- be will love this elegant yet casual celebration. Gather family and friends, and let them reminisce about the past and shower her with gifts that send her off into this new season of her life. The simple color palette of blush pinks and robin’segg blue imparts an air of romance, and easy DIY vases and other components add playfulness and whimsy to the décor. The menu includes small bites and a frilly cocktail fitting for ladies. PERSONAL FAVORS These special handmade rings make wonderful party favors—they reiterate the promise of love that wedding rings symbolize. Start with a ring back (available at craft stores), and use a glue gun to attach a silk or other decorative flower—we found this flower and the gift…

When it came to planning their wedding, Jenna and her fiancé, Chris, had a clear and distinct vision: it was important for their personalities to shine in a romantic and rustic location. The two are from Los Angeles and wanted a wedding close to home that would include their entire family. Jenna had always envisioned getting married in Topanga Canyon, an artists’ community tucked in the mountains above L.A., but the couple just hadn’t found the right spot—until they visited The Mountain Mermaid. “When Chris and I saw this place, we knew we didn’t have to look anywhere else,” Jenna says. “The grounds were amazing—the flowers, all the vintage furniture and details—it was just so us.” The Mountain Mermaid, originally home to a country club in the 1930s, is now…

Kristi and Justin craved something out of the ordinary for their wedding day. The pair of adventurers couldn’t wait to gather family and close friends for a romantic celebration, but they looked forward to spending a bit more time with their guests than perhaps the usual 5-minute chat at the reception. “We wanted to be able to enjoy the day and the people around us,” Kristi says. “We wanted everybody to have fun instead of feeling the need to play catch-up.” They decided a destination wedding would fit their dream. Their venue hunt started in Southern California, Kristi’s hometown, but it ultimately led them to the cobblestone streets and salty sea air of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, a familiar spot for the two—and a place that felt quaint and romantic. Kristi…