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Flower Fields Across the World Perfect for your Engagement Proposal Backdrop

Velvety fields full of colorful blooms from around the world to be your proposal backdrop! Check out our blog for more details!

Sometimes the beauty that this planet holds surely overwhelms us. Things that we take so easily for granted, like the grass blade which burst through the dirt to turn our land into a carpet of grass, the bright cornflower blue skies adorned with white puffy clouds, from the thousands of colorful blooms which decorate our gardens to glassy bubbling brooks which etch our terrains. There is so much to see and fall in love with, we can spend every day of our lives in constant awe of nature’s beauty, and never run out of things to marvel over! Flowers are nature’s best gift to our planet and it is poetic justice for flowers to be so closely connected to love, another marvel of nature!

It is no surprise that flowers are used in all the major love events of our lives, whether it is while proposing, gifting your loved one something special, or getting married! Whether it is the trail of rose petals leading to your lover knelt on one knee, with the biggest smile plastered on the face, or it is a bouquet sent by your lover, signed with the words full of promises- “Yours truly, forever!” flowers seem to get the job done right every time! So of course when you want to propose to the love of your life, you want the gorgeous blooms to be on the backdrop! If asking that crucial question surrounded by the sweet fragrance of flowers and a kaleidoscopic riot of colors is something that you want to prioritize, we have just the perfect blog for you!

Let us go around the world on an exciting adventure, and scour for the most gorgeous flower fields in the world for you to consider when you ask your sweetheart to be yours forever! Are you ready?

Agassiz Tulip Festival, British Columbia, Canada

Tulips are the queens of flower fields and this particular one is the queen of all tulip fields, and it’s easy to see that. The Agassiz Tulip Festival would be simply another field of tulips if it weren’t for the surrounding terrain. It is situated against the snow-capped Mount Cheam, in a prime tulip-viewing setting. The festival has 30 different tulip types spread out across 40 acres of vibrant color. In comparison to other producers in North America, the tulip rows here are over 700 meters long and our tulip beds are almost two meters broad. They are the only grower in Canada, and most likely the United States, who uses this modern method imported directly from Holland to plant our tulips. The result is a gorgeous spread of stunning tulips which are perfect for the most important time of your life.

Hitachi Seaside Park, Japan

In Hitachinaka, Ibaraki, Japan, Hitachi Seaside Park is a public park. The park, which spans 190 hectares, is noted for its baby blue-eyes flowers, with 4.5 million of the translucent-petaled blue blooms blossoming in the spring attracting visitors. The park has a million daffodils, 170 species of tulips, and many more blooms, in addition to the yearly “Nemophila Harmony.” Cycling routes and a small amusement park with a Ferris wheel are included in the park. The park has millions of flowering flowers throughout the year, including narcissus and tulips in the spring, baby blue-eyes and roses in the early summer, zinnia in the summer, and Kochia and cosmos in the fall. The gorgeous park in this magical land sure ensures you and your partner have the best proposal experience ever.

Sunflower Fields, Tuscany, Italy

Tuscany is one of the most romantic spots to observe sunflowers. In the summer, there are fields all over the area, between ancient villages sitting on hilltops. Sunflower fields are a must-see for anybody visiting Tuscany in the summer. They can be seen driving from Florence to Siena or somewhere else. The Maremma region is known for its sunflowers. When traveling down the coast to Pian d’Alma or Castiglione Della Pescaia, you may see vast scenic fields. Beginning in June, the first signs of green growth develop. And this is the sole hint as to where these new fields would appear. However, by late June, the fields have begun to turn yellow, and everything becomes yellow. This trend is expected to continue well beyond August. Can you imagine anything better than getting proposed with a Tuscany sunflower field surrounding you? We can’t either!

Keukenhof Gardens, Netherlands

When it comes to flowers, the Netherlands is undoubtedly the first place that springs to mind. Keukenhof, often known as the Garden of Europe, is one of the world’s largest flower gardens, located in the Netherlands’ municipality of Lisse. Keukenhof Park is 79 acres in size, and roughly 7 million flower bulbs are planted each year on the grounds. Although tulips are the most well-known flower at Keukenhof, it also has hyacinths, daffodils, lilies, roses, carnations, and irises. Though its grounds are available all year for private events and festivals, Keukenhof is only open to the general public for an 8-week tulip show from mid-March to mid-May, with peak viewing around mid-April, depending on the growing period weather, which fluctuates annually. Every year, some 7 million flower bulbs are planted in the park, resulting in vast colorful rugs with an array of colors found nowhere else on the planet, which is just perfect for popping the question in front of your sweetheart.

Lavender Fields, Provence, France

The Lavender Route in Provence is an incredible panoramic journey that takes you through some of the country’s most beautiful communities. During the summer, when the plants are in full bloom, fields, and fields of lavender may be seen all along the route. The lavender fields of Provence are among the best in the world, and surely among the most well-known. When the spring poppies have all but vanished by early summer, vivid lavender flowers arrive, turning the already serene environment into a patchwork of colors. The lavender fields of Provence, however, aren’t simply a source of pride for residents; they’re also a major Provence destination that attracts people from all over the world year after year. Some of the best spots in Provence to see lavender is focused on three key areas- the Valensole Plateau, the Sault Plateau, and the Luberon Valley. With endless fields of lavender surrounding you, the bright blue sky above, and the lover in your arms, we promise your French proposal moment will be magical and out of this world!

Carlsbad Flower Fields, California, USA

Carlsbad Flower Fields has about 50 acres of lovely ranunculus flowers throughout the spring. Galloping along the Carlsbad coast, it has spectacular colors. Mother Nature has transformed the rolling hills of North San Diego County into one of the most stunning and well-coordinated displays of natural color and beauty anywhere on the planet for over sixty years. The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch in Carlsbad, California, consists of roughly fifty acres of Giant Tecolote Ranunculus flowers that bloom for six to eight weeks each year, from early March to early May, bringing the iconic fields back to life. This annual display of color, which has become a part of the community’s tradition, is also one of nature’s official ways of announcing the advent of spring in Southern California. Within the country, this field is highly accessible and will be perfect for that special moment of your life!

Canola Flower Fields, Luoping, China

The blossoming of canola flowers blankets huge farmlands in Luoping County from February to March, turning them golden to the horizon. A sea of yellow flowers contrasts brilliantly with rows and rows of dark mountains in the backdrop. Luoping, in China’s southern region, is home to some unique sights. Luoping, like Yuanyang, is known for its rice field terraces, but it also has its natural beauty. Every spring, the fields of Canola, often known as rapeseed, transform into a beautiful golden sea. These valuable rapeseed blossoms, from which cooking oil is made, cover vast expanses. Mountains and summits, such as Golden Rooster Hill, provide the best panoramic vistas. The wonderful flowering landscapes that attract tourists and photographers are a major attraction here. These fields offer sights that will surely take your sweetheart’s breath away, and you are sure to get a “Yes!” for your question!

Sakura Tulip Festival, Sakura, Japan

In April, Sakura Furusato Park hosts the Sakura Tulip Festival. In a field with a Dutch windmill in the background, the park is elegantly decked with 530,000 bulbs of 108 species of tulips. The windmill symbolizes Japan’s connection with the Netherlands, and it is the only one of its kind in Japan. Its appearance among tulip fields transports you to the Netherlands. Aside from cherry blossoms, Japan’s springtime brings a plethora of other gorgeous blooms. Cherry blossoms aren’t the only flowers that bloom in Japan in the spring; many other types of flowers bloom as well. The bright, beautiful, and cute Tulip is one of the must-see flowers in Japan during spring. The largest Tulip field in Kanto is found in Sakura Oldness and Open Space in Sakura City, Chiba Prefecture. Tulips in various shades of red, yellow, pink, and white carpet the large field, which is punctuated by a charming windmill in the Dutch style.

Flower Fields, Netherlands

How do you discuss flower meadows without mentioning the Netherlands? The bulb district is the area between Haarlem and Leiden, where more than three billion tulips are planted each year. Vibrant blues, reds, pinks, and yellows stretch as far as the eye can see, like a rainbow. The tulip season runs from March to August when the Dutch landscape is transformed into a sea of tulips. The Netherlands is ideal for tulip cultivation because of its lengthy spring season and calm nights. The polders’ soil is constantly drained, which provides ideal growing conditions for tulip bulbs, which prefer well-drained but moist soil. Tulips convert large portions of the Netherlands into a bright patchwork quilt from mid-March to the end of May. If you visit the Netherlands in April, be sure to view the tulips; you’ll find fields bursting with vibrant color everywhere, all perfect for your lovely proposal.

Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm Festival, Oregon, USA

Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm is open to the public for a month, but with over 50 acres of different varieties of tulips, there is always something blooming. The Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival is one of Oregon’s top spring attractions, with acres of tulips and more than 100 acres of outdoor space and activities. The festival usually begins at the end of March and lasts until the end of April. If you want to wow your sweetheart without having to fly to another country, this is just the spot for you to explore, and we promise you won’t be disappointed.

Fuji Shibazakura Flower Festival, Japan

The Fuji Shibazakura Matsuri or Fuji Shibazakura Festival is one of the greatest and most popular ways to see shibazakura, also known as pink moss or phlox moss. The festival is hosted in the Fuji Five Lakes area, about three kilometers south of Lake Motosuko, and offers stunning views of wide fields of shibazakura, with Mount Fuji in the background on clear days. It is held from mid-April to early June. The greatest time to see the flowers changes from year to year, but the first three weeks of May are usually the prettiest. Approximately 800,000 shibazakura stalks of five distinct types are on show, creating lovely fields of pink, white, and purple colors in various shades. The setting is perfectly romantic for you to ask that question tucked away in your mind.

Dubai Flower Garden, UAE

The magnificent Dubai Miracle Garden, built in the middle of the desert, is the world’s largest natural flower garden. The 45 million flowers in the 72,000-square-meter colorful garden are shaped into hearts, stars, igloos, pyramids, flower-decked vintage cars, arc-shaped walkways, and other shapes. The Dubai Miracle Garden is a flower garden in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, in the district of Dubailand. In 2013, the garden was inaugurated on Valentine’s Day and contains over 50 million blooms and 250 million plants, making it the world’s largest natural floral garden. The Garden Tourism Awards presented the garden with the Moselle Award for New Garden Experiences of the Year in April 2015. A stunning garden offering gorgeous views of jaw-dropping blooms, you are sure to have an amazing time here!

Skagit Valley Tulip Festival, Washington, USA

The Skagit Valley Tulip Festival takes place in April. Over 100 species of colorful tulips are neatly planted across the 350 acres of fields. The Skagit Valley Tulip Festival is an annual tulip festival held in Washington’s Skagit Valley. It takes place every year in the spring, from April 1 to April 30. Shorelines, bays, islands, mountains, the Skagit River, and one of the largest and most diverse agricultural communities west of the Cascade mountain range are among the natural beauties of the Magic Skagit Valley. During the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival and throughout the year, Skagit Valley Farmers invite guests to enjoy a scenic drive around the valley and learn about farming. With so many different types of tulips out there, the sights are going to be nothing short of spectacular and romantic.

Flowers are precious and there are not enough words in the dictionary to express the magic that the velvety petals of the brightly colored flowers bring to our lives. So of course you want your proposal to be just as magical and only the best sights in the world will do the trick. As you search for the perfect spots to ask the most important questions in your life, we hope we were able to help you find your perfect proposal setting! Happy engagement!

Exquisite and Stylish Wedding Flower Trends for 2022

Weddings are indeed timeless events that celebrate love with a blend of traditions, memories, and heirlooms that newlywed couples store close to their hearts. But as we know that “change is the only constant thing” in our lives, every year we are presented with new wedding trends that signal growth and renewal for our to-be married brides. For all the 2022 brides, the beginning of this year not only marks a brand new year but a brand new era with so many changes and post-pandemic wedding updates to wrap their heads around. Updated wedding trends of 2022 are seeing expanded guest lists along with the rise of dreamy destination weddings just like pre-pandemic celebrations which were about spectacular feasts and over-the-top wedding ideas. As weddings are slipping into the pre-pandemic rhythms, thinking not merely of intimate gatherings, we are also seeing the return of statement-making wedding fashion and the rising popularity of decadent wedding décor ideas. From updated 2022 bridal makeup ideas that feature sun-kissed makeup techniques to the increasing vogue of dreamy wedding coastal destinations, we are just getting started with 2022 wedding updates, and we are very excited!

With almost every part of wedding décor planning considered flexible, there is however one thing that remains constant- wedding flowers! Whether it was an intimate wedding amidst a lockdown or an elegant beach destination wedding in a faraway land, wedding flower planning remains an integral part of wedding planning schedules. Such is the magic of wedding flower trends- whether it is a simple arrangement of hand foraged wildflowers or an extravagant bridal bouquet made out of exotic flowers, wedding floral trends remain relative and will continue to signify “bridal” in 2022 and beyond. From the rise of petite bridal bouquets featuring understated elegance in intimate weddings to wedding bouquets made out of dried flowers and leaves as a nod to sustainability, brides are looking to experiment with their wedding floral choices. Wedding flower trends 2022 will also celebrate a balance of contemporary and traditional wedding flower choices along with manifesting modern shapes and classic blooms from feminine peonies, carnations, and roses in cascades to one-flower posies made up of tulips or sweetpeas. In this article, we will discuss the various trending wedding flower choices of 2022, so that you can take your pick and choose what represents you as a bride.

2022 wedding flower trends to watch out for your big celebration:

Bright and bold colors, colors, and even more colors!

The vibrant wedding colors of 2021 are still going strong! Bold wedding colors began to make a comeback last year, and the trend is expected to continue for some time. Many of our 2022 brides are opting for brighter wedding color palettes. This year, expect to see a lot of bright pinks, purples, reds, and oranges. Brides want their floral arrangements to make a statement, and there is no better way to do so than with a bold, bright, and beautiful bridal bouquet. Colors like bright purples, deep reds, and striking pinks are almost certain to show up.

While pastel wedding color palettes will always be popular, 2022 brides want florals that are more vibrant and bold. During the pandemic, brides have been confined to their homes, giving them plenty of time to peruse social media for ideas from weddings all over the world that are vibrant and colorful. 2022 wedding color palettes will have more color than ever before, from citrus to muted autumn hues. Couples are ready to ditch softer, traditional color schemes in favor of allowing their designers to create something truly unique. It will allow wedding florists to create more unique designs because there is so much more they can do with a larger palette of colors to choose from.

Over-the-top textures!

Textures are going to be a big part of the wedding décor trends of 2022. As wedding and rental trends are often influenced by interior design trends, it’s no surprise that rattan, pampas, and dried floral elements will be a popular wedding trend in 2022. This trend will be incorporated into florals, as well as the ceremony and reception décor. Brides are experimenting and including a wider range of blooms in their floral arrangements. And we see more brides preferring textured florals over traditional roses and peonies. They are open to a lot more than the two-piece hydrangea rose special bridal bouquet, and go for things like heavy greenery, floral installations, and a lot more variety. In 2022 wedding flower updates, unique floral combinations will be big and the unusual edge will be created by the fusion of bold and soft flower colors and textures.

Oblique and petite bridal bouquets

There is something to be said for the elegance of simplicity, and it’s an on-trend wedding update for the year 2022. A simple but elegant silhouette is created by using only one or two focus flowers, such as roses or carnations, and mixing them with a lot of filler greens. It’s the ideal way to add a splash of color without stealing any attention from the bride or the ceremony.

For brides who adore the traditional posy bouquet, the classic shape will be given a “dramatic” update in 2022, transitioning from round to oblique to create an air of understated luxury. Sweetpeas, ranunculus, and hellebores will be popular among brides depending on the season, while hydrangeas and dahlias will be popular among couples marrying in the winter. By 2022, the lily of the valley, the delicate white flower popularized by Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, Grace Kelly, and Audrey Hepburn in the film Funny Face, will be the most popular choice for one-flower bouquets. It not only has that Grace Kelly allure and classic glamor, but it’s also delicate and lovely. This is a rare kind of beauty that celebrities and royalty covet.

Structured bridal bouquets

A modern twist has been added to classic structured bridal bouquets to make them more “strong” and “expressive.” The textures and layering of roses, calla lilies, lily of the valley, carnations, and sweet peas create the mysterious quotient of the bridal bouquet. Typically, such bouquets will have a solid color at the base with a “break-through” element, such as a contrasting red rose, for tonal interest. But there are also various types of interpretations of the conventional structured bridal bouquet. For instance, we are seeing a rise of nosegay bridal bouquets, which are known to be structured bouquets made up of a small cluster of flowers that are all cut to the same length. The stems are tightly wrapped in ribbon or lace, and the bouquet is frequently backed with stiff material to give it shape.

The Biedermeier bouquet is another popular structured bridal bouquet choice that is similar to a nosegay and is named after a European style of interior design. To create a dramatic effect, the flowers are arranged in tight concentric circles of contrasting colored flowers. And another type is posy bouquets which are a classic and popular choice for brides because they are small enough to hold in one’s hands and feature mostly flowers, rather than the greenery and other foliage that is typically used in bridal bouquets for wedding events. To create a timeless style, these bouquets often have a rounded shape and are wrapped in ribbon.

Earthy neutral arrangements

In terms of wedding color trend predictions for 2022, muted hues are a close second. Perhaps a middle ground between the past’s neutrals and the bold of the future. As a safe alternative to full color, sunset, mauve, rust, and amber tones will appear. A contemporary, comfortable aesthetic was also included on the list, which will be prevalent in 2022 wedding trend aesthetics and will be similar to interior design and home trends in 2021. Smooth lines and other soothing touches and palettes are featured in this look, which works particularly well in outdoor natural settings.

Installation of floral bars

Couples love to take it up a notch and experiment with cocktail hour details! It is evident that guests love cocktail hour the most at the wedding and having them enjoy at a “flower” bar instead of a conventional cocktail bar is a very 2022 thing. While you sneak away to take photos, your guests will be entertained by this interactive activity. Arrange flowers, floral wire, floral tape, scissors, wire cutters, and a sign inviting them to make a small bouquet or floral crown on a small table. Stick to three to four flower varieties and one type of greenery when it comes to choosing flowers. Eucalyptus, spray roses, carnations, and baby’s breath are some of our favorite flowers to use.

Dramatic and larger-than-life floral installations

This year, we have already seen a lot of over-the-top florals on the red carpet. After waiting so long for their wedding, many couples have decided to go big or go home! There has been a prediction of an increase in dramatic floral designs. It’s all about being the first and going overtly dramatic with wedding flower choices in 2022. Dramatic floral designs, floral arches of various shapes and sizes, elegant cascading flowers, floral borders that combine various colors and textures, suspended abstract designs, floral ceilings, and floral chandeliers are some of the most popular floral styles. Floral designs will be more dramatic, as well as more unique in general. In 2022, expect full-floral arches and larger-than-life ceremony installations in both micro and macro wedding styles!

Unconventional use of dry flowers

Dried wedding flowers were a huge hit in 2021, and their popularity has only grown since then, indicating that they will undoubtedly appear in weddings in 2022. We believe that in 2022 flower trends, the dried flower sensation will be combined with the sustainability trend to create something beautiful and environmentally friendly. This can be accomplished by combining non-traditional flowers with fresh flowers. This trend is evolving into something new and fresh, with wheat, pampas grass, herbs, branches, and more.

More use of greenery in wedding flowers

This trend is not new, but it has accelerated in recent months and shows no signs of slowing down. Fresh greens are a lovely addition to any wedding and can help to tie a theme together, especially if you are having a boho affair. Greenery will be used in everything from bouquets to centerpieces to ceremony décor. Greenery wedding details and floral arrangements are here to stay!

Unexpected color pairings

As brides increasingly look to make a floral statement, the color palette for 2022 will be dramatic and luxurious for starters! Choosing a unique color scheme and incorporating it into your florals is an easy way to differentiate your overall wedding look. For instance, we are looking forward to seeing soft greens and blues to be paired with bold colors like fuchsia and crimson. We adore the use of unexpected color combinations to create a one-of-a-kind look that can truly personalize an event. Purples and reds are expected to be some of the most prominent choices as people come to terms with life post-pandemic and find a new appreciation for nature’s freedoms and beauty.

Organic floral arrangements

If one studies nature, one will notice that flowers don’t grow in perfect shapes- instead, they grow in a variety of directions, which is part of what makes nature so beautiful. Nature and its rare beauty are finally being appreciated by people, especially in the last year. Couples are embracing flowers’ organic shapes, which is a perfect analogy to how they have had to adjust their expectations of what their wedding might look like over the last few years. Flowers don’t always grow into the perfect shape as expected, but couples are embracing their organic shape. It has resulted in a greater understanding and love for native fauna and flora. Because of different landscapes’ uniqueness, diversity, and beauty, it’s easy to fall in love with the bounty of the season. In 2022, earth-toned, native flowers that signal the change of seasons will be common in wedding décor and fashion.

One thing we can say for sure about the 2022 weddings is that planning has become more deliberate and personalized than it has ever been. In 2022, couples are becoming even more creative, abandoning tradition in favor of more unique and glamorous wedding ideas. Brides express themselves in unique ways, completely disregarding wedding rules and choosing colors based on their inner spirit. A “wow” factor is important to couples and they want guests to walk into the space and immediately be amazed. Couples also want the wedding celebration to stand out on social media so that they can wow their friends and have the celebration featured all over Instagram and other social media handles! The same sentiment can be applied to selecting wedding flowers.

Flowers, like so many other wedding industries, were severely impacted by the pandemic in 2020. As the demand for flowers decreased, growers made adjustments to ensure that their crops were not thrown away. As a result, 2022 may continue to be a pivotal year, with you and your florist collaborating to find the best fit for your big day. This is why working closely with your wedding vendors, especially your florist is more important than ever because they know so much about what blooms are in season, which ones are more expensive, and which ones work best with your venue. Not only will they assist you in creating a stunning design, but you will also have direct access to a highly knowledgeable professional who is ready and willing to assist you at all times.

Ways to Elevate Your 2022 Wedding Decor with Round Table Setting

Thinking about having a round table round-up for your wedding decor? Check out our blog for amazing ideas and details!

It’s a wonderful feeling to fall in love. Everything appears to seem even more beautiful, and for quite a few people, life actually becomes enriched. For some, love is about finding a deep-seated connection that just activates. Love at first right. For others, love is like a perfectly brewed tea. It starts slow, requires certain conditions which are met quite unexpectedly and seamlessly, and the result is the warmth of being with someone who is able to find a whole universe in you. Of course, it’s a two-way street, and their universe becomes yours too. We fall in love with them every day when we wake up. It might not be the cliché depiction that is often portrayed in movies or TV. We find a glimpse of it in the little moments as we spend time with our loved ones. In moments such as cooking food with them and they hand you the exact thing, you were looking for without telling them so. In moments such as cozying up with each other while haggling over which movie to watch. We also find it in moments of stress and fights, and the amends that we make with them, or they make with us. We find their love and our love for them in our everyday life. It’s as simple as that. Love starts as a noun, but transitions into a verb as the relationship progresses. With all the ups and downs, just like the boiling tea that’s being brewed into something perfect, love transcends the labels. Love becomes something else entirely for those two people in that relationship. Perhaps, that’s why everyone has a different definition of love. It’s subjective. And when it’s time, we begin to think of finally solidifying the relationship even further. For most people, that way is marriage.

A marriage is more like a social contract that is recognized by the government. Thus, marriage and wedding are not really synonymous. A wedding is a celebratory event that is so special that people spend months and even years preparing for it. It’s a big decision to get married and have a big wedding to celebrate it. In a sense, a wedding symbolizes the union of two people who have fallen deeply into love. The involvement of friends and family only increases the joy and makes the event beautiful. Although, how one decides to have their wedding is up to them. After all, a wedding is a celebration, and how one celebrates is quite subjective. For instance, some people get married and celebrate secretly without throwing a big bash. However, a majority of people in most cultures love to throw a big wedding and invite everyone who is close to them. That way, they end up making memories that last long.

Apart from the wedding in itself, the exciting and, oftentimes, an intimidating journey of wedding planning and preparation ends up deepening the love that the couple has for each other. Getting all the details right along with keeping within a pre-decided budget helps the couple become more compatible. In other words, as the couple plans together for one of the biggest shared experiences that they will ever have in their lives, their compatibility with each other as well as their understanding of each other increases. Moreover, the importance of an amazing wedding cannot be understated as we’ve all once dreamt of our perfect wedding at least once in our lifetime. Thus, when the time comes, we try to make everything perfect about it. And a great wedding is composed of the little things such as the band that you hire or the tables and décor. Without these little things, a wedding will not feel like a celebration. If you want your guests to have a good time and get good pictures clicked, you will definitely have to focus on these very little things. If possible, take the help of a close friend or an event planner to take care of them.

These details or aspects have to be thought about individually. And if you’re thinking about the kind of tables or round table setting that you want to have at your own wedding, you’ve come to the perfect place.

Types of Wedding Tables

When it comes to wedding tables, it may seem that your options are quite limited. However, that is not true. With the right creative approach and implementation, you can bring your aesthetic visualization to the material. Of course, the shapes of wedding tables are quite limited, yet there are still many options in the market that you can consider. For instance, you can go with little square-shaped wedding tables with quirky tablecloths. Apart from that, you can also opt for a mix and match style with big rectangular tables and small squared-ones. That way, your guests can have the option to choose the table size in order to sit with their preferred people. For instance, you might have a group of college friends who might want to sit together. For them, you will be needing a big table. On the other hand, you might know a couple from work who would want a small roundtable with only two chairs. Whatever be your choice, however, it is important that your arrangement aesthetics and décor are on point. In the next section, the décor ideas for roundtables will be discussed that will give you a good idea of how to get the perfect aesthetics for your wedding. Apart from that, make sure that you don’t base your table ideas solely on the article. Take into consideration your budget as well as the theme and the size of your wedding. This will help you narrow down your choice. Moreover, make sure that you add your own personal touch and get your own preferred décor into the table arrangement. After all, it’s your wedding, and weddings are a once-in-a-lifetime event, in most cases.

The importance of wedding tables is quite significant as they occupy a lot of space in a wedding. Thus, they will be very much noticeable at the venue. Moreover, wedding tables are not only about décor. For your guests, they will be a utility; an aesthetic utility to be precise. When they eat there, they should feel as comfortable as possible. Yet, your aesthetics should also be incorporated into the whole arrangement. It’s all about balance.

Round Table Setting and Décor Ideas

There are lots of round table settings and décor ideas out there. You only have to get creative. Here are some ideas that you can use or may inspire you to find your own

Textured Linen Tablecloths

As mentioned before, round tables are the optimal choice for any big celebratory event, and most people do opt for roundtables. Textured linen tablecloths are the best option to pair with fancy roundtables. It will provide your wedding with an entirely different aura. You should also think about the color of the cutlery as well as the napkins before choosing the color of the textured tablecloths. Moreover, keep in mind the theme of the wedding before you choose the textured linen tablecloth. It should be subtle yet make itself noticeable; something sober that is in line with the aesthetics of the overall décor of the wedding.

Go Retro

If you really want to go out of the box, then you should perhaps think about retro round tables. The chairs, as well as the table, should be wooden, and you should go with the iconic white tablecloth and white napkins. You can choose the cutlery accordingly as well. Apart from that, remember that going too vintage might not sit well with the theme of your wedding unless the whole wedding’s theme is vintage.

Soft Shades

If you’re planning to have an outdoor wedding, make sure that your roundtables are properly distanced from each other. After all, letting the guests have some more room and fresh air is the point of having an outdoor wedding. On top of that, choose muted colors and shades that will sit well with the greenery around. You can go for muted whites or blues for tablecloths. Light grey is another shade that you might consider, but it isn’t as popular as white and blue. However, the shade that you choose is up to your own preferences. You just have to make sure that the color of the tablecloth, as well as the roundtables and chairs, do not clash with the background scenery.

Add Vases

If you’ve already decided on the kind of roundtables, chairs, tablecloths, and napkins, you can always add some extra decorations. For instance, you might want to add flower vases to those tables. You should preferably choose small vases that will not become a hindrance to the guests when they converse with each other at the table. Alternatively, if you want to go for something that’s a bit more noticeable, you should look up tall centerpieces. These centerpieces come in various styles, but they all have one thing in common. There will be a bunch of flowers on the top that will provide shade to your guests on the table. Think of them as a small tree on your roundtable that is made completely out of flowers.

Create A Vibrant Contrast

Often, the aesthetics of roundtable arrangements as well as colors can get a bit monotonous. If you’re not that big of a fan of those same-old white roundtables and light-colored wooden chair aesthetic, you can go for something entirely different. For instance, you can go for a completely vibrant contrast such as textured blue tablecloths on wooden roundtables coupled with black metal chairs. The possibilities of color combinations and variations to aesthetics that will definitely catch the guests’ eyes are many. You only have to bring out your inner artist and visualize the perfect roundtable aesthetics that will make people go “Wow”.

Experiment

Time to get even more creative with post-modernist Roundtable aesthetics. If you’re comfortable with more experimentation and are open to unorthodox ideas, then you can also go the postmodernist way. To explain the postmodernist style defeats the whole purpose of that very style. However, let’s still explore a couple of options that can be considered postmodernist when it comes to roundtable décor. One option would be to spread the roundtables in an asymmetrical way with every chair, roundtable, and other add-ons in different colors. If you want to go beyond that, you can have roundtables as well as squared tables arranged in an incoherent manner. Apart from that, you don’t even have to go in regular wooden chairs. Bring in comfortable office chairs with back cushioned back support! However, ensure that sitting in those chairs and accessing the table should be comfortable for the guests. For instance, the height of the roundtables and the chairs should be in an appropriate ratio, so that the guests don’t have any trouble eating their food.

Balloons!

Any celebration is incomplete without balloons. On the surface, it might seem like an overused or a childish idea, but decorating your roundtable arrangement with balloons of different colors can look fascinating. This is especially true if the balloons are arranged by a professional wedding décor artist or an experienced event planner.

A Royal Wedding Needs a Royal Décor

If you’re thinking grandiose then what about royal decorations? Think of bronze utensils and golden tablecloths for your roundtables. Couple that with some handicraft wooden chairs with gold-plated metal back support. Of course, that might exceed your budget a little bit, but it doesn’t really matter if you’re going to have a small gathering and won’t be requiring too many roundtables and chairs.

Get a Professional to Help You Visualize the Aesthetics

If you’re still unsure about the kind of décor and roundtables that you want for your wedding, you can always go for an experienced professional. You can consult with your wedding planner. If you don’t have one, you can hire an individual who specializes in wedding décor. A professional’s touch always stands out. Moreover, the professional can also prevent logistical and silly errors from happening. And it will also take a load off of your mind as you’ll be delegating one responsibility to someone else. Planning a wedding is a big task, and it’s good to rely on professionals. However, you have to be in the loop as the vision of a professional and your own might not be in line every time. Thus, it’s important that you’re in constant communication with the professional, and they help you bring your vision to reality. Alternatively, they should provide you with options and you should make the final decision as it is your wedding, and it will be your memories that will be captured at the venues.

All in all, getting the perfect table décor at your wedding is about balancing sobriety and your personal creative touch. It shouldn’t be the case that your guests feel uncomfortable due to the creative liberty you take. But more importantly, you should not regret the table décor later on. It is your wedding and you should be making decisions as you see fit.

Incredible ways to Have the Perfect Wedding Cocktail

Incredible tips to host an easy-breezy cocktail hour on your wedding day to leave a lasting impression on all your wedding guests! Cheers!

No matter how incredibly skilled you are at hosting cocktail parties, when it comes to wedding day cocktail hour, trust us it is not a cakewalk! There are endless things that need to be considered amongst the long list in order to host a memorable and perfect wedding cocktail hour celebration! Apart from deciding on the vendors and finalizing your wedding guest lists, there are other things that you need to consider. The most important part, when it will be your cocktail hour, is that you won’t be even there for most of it (or maybe any of it) completely depending on your professional photography timeline! So, in short, you won’t be able to play host(ess) the way you would do for any other cocktail hour celebration!

But, you need not stress away! We have got you covered! With just a little pre-planning and nice personalized and simple pro tips, hosting a perfect cocktail hour will surely be an easy-peasy task for you. All you have to do is to employ these easy points mentioned below, and we can assure you that you will have an easy-breezy cocktail hour that your wedding guests will enjoy and remember for the rest of their lives!

Go, Al Fresco, If You Can

If your wedding reception venue has a unique annex or a lovely outdoor space, then congratulations you are in luck! All you have to do is to use the entire space mainly during your cocktail hour! Your cocktail hour is the best time to make use of the entire venue space in every possible way! Well, your cocktail hour is the perfect time for all your wedding guests to mingle and catch up, relish the ambiance, adore the settings, and take a chill pill before the party kicks into full gear! So, make use of all the expansive space that your reception wedding venue has to offer! Balconies, patios, rooftops, poolside… every space can be utilized to the best and to the fullest to have a perfect wedding cocktail hour! If you are planning a romantic and classic outdoor wedding reception celebration then you just got lucky. An outdoor celebration immediately sets the entire party tone while making the entire setting more inviting and romantic! Keep the space available throughout the celebration, so that all your wedding guests can step out for some fresh air or a quick phone call later on!

Comfy Seating Is a Big “YES”

Well, for many of your wedding guests, your wedding cocktail hour will be all about standing and walking around while mingling and having some interesting convos, but some of your wedding guests will want to take a comfy seat while savoring every sip of the fine wine or whisky in their glasses! To offer the perfect combination of both the words, all you have to do is not overcrowd your wedding cocktail hour space with chairs all over the place! Just leave enough space for standing spots and for walking while adding some really comfy seats or by creating a lounge area!

When it comes to seating, there are endless and creative ways to do it! Not only will these creative ideas definitely elevate the entire seating arrangement in order to make your cocktail hour a perfect celebration but will also look stunning in all your wedding videos and photos! You can create some really unique and yes, of course, comfortable seating, just by using the combination of high tops and regular height tables, along with some lounge furniture, low chairs, barstools, floor pillows, and poofs! This way you will be able to give your cocktail hour a different feel than your classic sit-down reception dinner! If you are planning a winter wedding and looking ahead to adding a cozier vibe, you can consider building a virtual outdoor living room with comfy armchairs, rugs, and vintage end tables!

Music To Soothe the Ambiance

As most of your wedding guests will be busy talking, sipping, and snacking during your cocktail hour, bringing in some mood music will surely elevate the mood of the entire ambiance and the crowd too! Adding some soulful music is another simple yet classic way to have a perfect cocktail celebration on your wedding day! Since it is not a casual and upbeat dance party yet, keep the volume turned down and the vibe mellow so that all your wedding guests can chat with ease and savor every sip of the wine in full delight! It does not matter whether you have planned a lively DJ to keep the vibe and energy high throughout your wedding reception, but just for the cocktail hour, slow it a bit down to resonate with the calm and composed ambiance of the cocktail hour! You can consider hiring a jazz trio, quartet, or acoustic guitarist to set a completely unique, distinct, and intensely romantic mood for your memorable cocktail hour! Summing everything up, providing your wedding guests with some really delightful mood music is surely an integral part of hosting a really fabulous cocktail hour that your wedding guests will never forget!

Over-Stocking the Bar & Hiring Plenty of Bartenders is a Good Move

A perfect cocktail hour is all about enjoying drinks and having a good time with each other! With cocktails all around, we are pretty much sure that your wedding guests would be able to get their drinks quickly and without a hassle! It will be an easy breeze for them! The reason we are emphasizing so much on hiring more bartenders is if you won’t hire enough bartenders and don’t stock the bar, there might be chances that your cocktail hour celebration might fall flat pretty quickly! Just imagine the scenario of waiting in a long bar line for an entire hour? Not a good-looking scene, right? As we all know, bad bar service always results in unhappy wedding guests! So, in order to avoid this rookie mistake, all you have to do is to hire two bartenders for about every 75 wedding guests and stock the bar with plenty of liquors, mixers, and supplies! As it never hurts to have some extra, because running out is quite embarrassing, which we are pretty sure you don’t want if you have a planned perfect cocktail celebration in your mind!

If you have planned to serve bottled beer to all your wedding guests, we wanna recommend that you consider placing individual bottles in a big and fancy tub with different shapes of ice cubes and leaving plenty of beer keys for all your wedding guests giving them the option of self-serving! There should not be any reason for your wedding guests to wait in line for a bartender to pop open a bottle of beer! If you’re serving beer from kegs, however, leave it to the pros behind the counter.

Stylish Cocktail Hour Celebration is a “GO”!

We can’t deny the fact that you and your sweetheart had spent ages choosing the reception venue and then some good time to finalize the reception decor to have a memorable and picture-worthy celebration! With these things sorted, don’t let your cocktail hour celebration go by the wayside, especially if you have planned it in a separate and panoramic space! Consider bringing in small centerpieces and some aromatic votive candles to style the ambiance as the combination of these two together offers a great way to finish off the room on a romantic note! For example, if you are planning a cocktail hour under the striking city skyline, followed by an indoor wedding reception in an opulent ballroom, don’t be afraid to vary the decor of the ambiance! Take advantage and make the best use of the natural foliage offered by mother nature. Bring in some string wide ribbons and colorful banners with some lovely string lights from the tree branches to illuminate the entire setting making it cozier and extremely romantic! Well, you can also consider setting up some chic and unique floral installations near the entrance to make a that will leave all your wedding guests in great amazement! These kinds of unique ideas will also give our professional wedding photographers and videographers endless opportunities to capture your wedding day in the best and most creative frames!

A Resonating Cocktail Hour Decor Theme is Must!

Well, the color palette, centerpieces, and the entire table setting always set the theme for a wedding celebration and also the wedding reception! But, if you are planning to host your cocktail hour in a separate location or outdoors, you must try something different when it comes to the decor! You definitely do not need to make all your wedding guests wear leis and Hawaiian-themed shirts, but you can consider serving the tropical cocktails out of coconuts, and some chips with fresh papaya and mango salsa! All your need to do is take your cocktail hour celebration theme to the next level just by expanding it to your music and decor! Step up and twist your decor game and experience the magic through naked eyes and also in the wedding photos and videos! Ease out the whole decor game and just hire a mariachi band and set up some handmade guacamole and churro stations for some extraordinary elements to the overall decor! Or you can simply just have a jazz pianist and singer perform throughout the celebration and consider decorating with some different and chic art deco-style chandeliers and a bold black and white color palette! All-time classic and chic!

Don’t Forget about Signature Cocktails and Non-Alcoholic Drinks!

Well, it is absolutely true that having on-demand liquors behind the bar is important, but don’t forget about those of your wedding guests who prefer non-alcoholic drinks! Make sure there are enough signature cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages for everyone so that they don’t miss out on any moment of your cocktail hour celebration! If you are planning an outdoor summer wedding, make sure you have got a few drink selections for non-drinkers, too! For summer weddings, try water infused with cucumber, melon, and mint with lots of ice to allow everyone to relish the summer vibes in full swing! If a winter wedding celebration is on your mind, try serving cozy and seasonal, like hot apple cider with some cinnamon sticks! The bottom line is that just offer more than just water and soda to all your wedding guests by having at least one mocktail on the menu! All you need to do is work with your caterer or mixologist to come up with something inventive and really chic like a mix of grapefruit and orange juices, or a little coconut milk and a small scoop of orange sherbet on top!

Scrumptious Bites Are a Must Add On!

We know that it’s your cocktail hour menu, but we just want to say that make sure it must be diverse enough so that all your wedding guests can enjoy at least one appetizer to the fullest! If you think you just got lost where to begin, touch on the major tastes: just serve something slightly salty, sweet, bitter, and savory! Keep on offering various other dishes to complement the signature cocktail drinks! Make sure you have kept a note of all the special diets or allergies ahead of time to ensure that everyone has something to enjoy! As a twist and something different, you can consider going ahead and offering all your wedding guests something sweet before they all sit down for the reception dinner! You don’t need to spoil their appetite for what’s to come (so save the chocolate ganache for later), but don’t forget to offer a seasonally sweet treat, like a fruit tart or lemon sorbet, which could be the perfect palate cleanser before the final dinner. You can also forgo typical utensils entirely by offering all bites on edible spoons or in mini crispy cones.

Source of Entertainment is Mandatory to Keep the Celebration Alive

It’s your cocktail hour celebration, so, don’t let the name cocktail hour get you or anyone on the guestlist confused! This part of your wedding day celebration can also include fun activities, games, and endless entertainment along with cocktails and conversations! In fact, it is a great way to keep your wedding guests entertained throughout the celebration. Fun activities and games will give all your wedding guests something to do, especially to those who are quite less comfortable in social situations or just don’t know anyone at the wedding! If you are planning your memorable cocktail hour celebration in the great outdoors, you can consider lawn games such as horseshoes, corn hole, and some others that you think your guests will enjoy to the fullest. And if you are thinking of having your cocktail hour inside, you can consider bringing in a photo booth or a caricature artist on hand to create some really unique and hilarious portraits. Just one thing to remember, don’t be afraid to get creative in order to find something that perfectly fits your style and budget and can make your cocktail hour a memorable celebration for all your wedding guests!

Bring on Personalized Details and Touches

Personalize, personalize, and personalize and don’t let these words go out of your mind if you actually want to host a memorable and perfect cocktail hour for all your wedding guests to remember for years to come! From monogrammed napkins to personalized koozies, or straws with DIY flags, there are indeed endless ways through which you can incorporate personal touches and also bring in your personality or your wedding theme into the cocktail hour celebration alive in the best way possible. Just because it is the in-between time between the two main celebrations on your wedding day, that simply does not mean that it should be generic and not extraordinary! Adding your personalized details and personal touches is nothing but a great way to give all your wedding guests a little peek at what’s coming during the wedding reception celebration!

Summing up, everything! These unique and simple ideas will definitely elevate and step up your cocktail hour celebration game. We can assure you that with these tips, not only you will be able to host a memorable cocktail hour, but your wedding guests will have something to actually talk about for years to come! Cheers!

Colorful Wedding Dresses for 2022

Check out these colorful wedding dresses for your 2022 wedding and rock your wedding day bridal look! Click the link to explore!

It’s 2022! The year is full of hope, love, colors, and much more to welcome and witness! We hope that this beautiful year brings a lot of joy and colors to everyone’s life! So, why should our brides-to-be, should be left behind? The reason we are talking about colors from the beginning is mainly that this blog is all about colorful wedding dresses that are going to be a huge sensation and yes, incredibly trending this year! We are going to focus on the colorful wedding dresses for 2022 so that our adventurous and out-of-the-ordinary brides don’t have to do much googling when it comes to their wedding dress shopping!

In short, let’s just step back and focus on the words of that sentence which says “your wedding day!” It’s your special and big day, which clearly means that you can wear whatever you would like and however you like! Well, we all know that a white wedding dress is a tradition that has been followed for so long, but there are also plenty of traditions that our millennial couples are choosing to leave behind like the garter toss, choosing to have dessert tables in place of classic five-tiered wedding cake or in-person gift registries! Our modern-day romantic couples are adding a little twist to the old traditions in their own way to make them more personal! Well, talking about white wedding dress, then some of our lovely brides are always drawn to beautiful and forever classic white designer bridal wedding dresses, but on the other hand, there are brides who envision themselves in shades of blue, mint, and any color of their choice on their wedding day! So, if you think you fall into the latter category, we are pretty sure that you are probably on the hunt for a bold and colorful wedding dress that not only makes you stand out on your wedding day but will also make you look nothing short of gorgeous in your wedding day photos and videos! Not just the brides but even our professional wedding videographers and photographers will also love to play around with colors!

Well, there is no denying the fact that white wedding dresses stem from the idea that brides are innocent, pure, and a number of other quite sexiest standards for women. While the trend of white wedding dress stands, the symbolism behind wearing a white wedding dress is pretty much behind us now! If you don’t feel like a white wedding dress is just not you or your style, then you don’t have to wear it at all! You can and must follow your gut feeling and wear whatever makes you feel beautiful and more like you! In short, one easy-peasy way to express yourself and your personal style in the best way possible on your wedding day and through your wedding photographs is to wear a colorful wedding dress! All the brides who are in love with color should go for a designer colorful wedding dress rather than going for a timeless white wedding dress for her big day celebration!

There is no denying that experts have made many wedding dress trends predictions for 2022, but there is one trend that always feels exciting especially for brides! Now, brides can ditch the standard white wedding gown and can look forward to adding a splash of color to their wedding day look and making a remarkable appearance in their wedding day photos! With so many shades available, brides are no longer limited to only the traditional white or ivory wedding gowns! In the past few years, we have seen real brides and various celebrities alike wear every color of the rainbow, including shades of pink, blue, and even black for their big day celebration! And now, it’s your time to wear something out-of-the-ordinary on your wedding day and become a trend and inspiration for all the soon-to-be brides out there! With “Bridal Fashion Week 2022” just a couple of months ago, our favorite wedding dress designers continue to send fresh, and inspiring shades down the runways for our brides who are in search of colorful wedding dresses for their 2022 weddings!

But, before you start your search for a perfect colorful wedding dress, you must be sure about the shade that will best celebrate your personal style and also complement your wedding day color palette! If you are a bride-to-be who always prefers to keep subtle and classy and want an elegant hint of color, then you can consider wedding dresses in shades of soft gray, lilac, and powder blue! But, if you believe that you are a drama queen by heart (well, every girl is!) and want to make a dramatic statement while you walk down the aisle, then you must choose a high-impact colored wedding dress that features emerald green, red, and even bright pink!

No matter which season or year you are getting hitched to the love of your life when it comes to choosing designer colorful wedding dresses, there are always a few hard-to-miss colored wedding dresses within just about every wedding dress designer’s collection! And this fantastic year and every season of this year is going to be no different! This year, brides will have too much to witness when it comes to colorful wedding dresses! From embroidered colorful floral wedding dresses and hand-painted blooms, in addition to muted pastels (our millennial brides are die-hard fans of pastel purple shades which, we are pretty sure, are going to make waves this season!), colorful wedding dresses are so in trend, trust us! At times, it gets pretty difficult and overwhelming to name just one creation from a popular wedding dress designer collection as trendy and the best, as every designer’s wedding dress makes a statement of their own based on their style! We have chosen multiple! Whether you are planning to have a black-tie wedding or a casual and romantic seaside wedding ceremony, we have rounded up some of the freshest, unique designer colorful wedding dresses for our 2022 brides! These colorful wedding dresses are nothing but the perfect fit for every style, budget, and color palette!

Best Pale Pink- Markarian Silk Dupioni Colorful Wedding Dress

Gracefully designed from pale pink silk dupioni, Markarian Silk Dupioni Colorful Wedding Dress is supremely elegant for a black-tie wedding. In fact, this wedding dress can be a perfect fit for outdoor wedding ceremonies or couples who are planning to have minimonies for their wedding day celebration! Featuring a fitted bodice enabling brides to flaunt their sensuous curves, puff sleeves, and a gentle train, all these three details serve as the perfect finishing touches to this romantic silhouette! If you are wearing this pale pink wedding dress, trust us you will just look spectacular and mind-blowing! With a nude makeup and chic hairstyle, complementing the wedding dress, we can assure you that your bridal portraits captured by our professional wedding photographer will steal everyone’s heart!

Best Floral Print – Reformation Floral Colorful Wedding Dress

If you are planning to host a casual and laid-back rustic backyard wedding and want to keep it quite simple yet elegant and classy, you must opt for a nature-inspired wedding dress that gracefully resonates with your wedding theme! And when we say nature-inspired wedding dress, there is nothing more beautiful and suitable than a floral colorful wedding dress! Reformation floral colorful wedding dress is indeed a perfect choice for a backyard wedding! Pair this lovely and vibrant wedding dress with grass-friendly espadrilles and minimal bridal accessories to complete your effortless yet chic wedding day bridal look!

The Best Blue Bright: Alberta Ferretti Sleeveless Maxi Colorful Wedding Gown

Well, if you ask us, there is nothing more perfect and better than finding your perfect wedding dress and your “something blue” at the exact same time, right? It’s like a win-win situation for every bride! So, if you are in for that kind of wedding dress, we have got something for you that will not only make you look stunning on your wedding day but will also leave all your wedding guests and your sweetheart admiring your bold colorful wedding dress choice. This exceedingly chic and slightly sporty number blue wedding dress by famous wedding dress designer Alberta Ferretti is just perfect for the bride who is planning to slay her wedding day bridal look with a minimal touch of beauty! Offering a minimalist sensibility, this blue wedding dress is just the best and perfect for any bride who is up for some colorful adventures on her wedding day!

Best Pastel: Needle & Thread Ruffled Colorful Wedding Dress

From wedding decor to wedding invites to bridesmaids’ wedding dresses, mint is the color that always goes with the trend. No matter which season you are planning your wedding day celebration, mint is the color that will be popping everywhere. This color is not only the most desired wedding day color but is also a popular color when it comes to wedding day dress color! Mint is indeed one of the trendy colors for upcoming wedding dresses but is also becoming a popular choice for spring and summer weddings! All the brides who are planning to wear a mint-colored wedding dress are really up for something chic and timeless! So, all the brides out there who want to wear a stunning and lovely mint color wedding dress for their wedding day must consider slipping into this trendy and chic soft pale-colored wedding gown from Needle & Thread.

Most Statement-Making: Carolina Herrera Detachable Puff-Sleeve Silk-Faille Colorful Wedding Gown

All the classic and modern-day romantic brides who are all in for a colorful wedding dress, we have a suggestion for you! Go for a bold-colored wedding dress. This vibrant and stunning red-colored wedding dress is nothing short of totally show-stopping and will make you stand out in all of your wedding photos! Brides who are really into experimenting with colors when it comes to wedding dresses, this red-colored statement-making Carolina Herrera Detachable Puff-Sleeve Silk-Faille colorful wedding gown is an ideal fit for your wedding day bridal look! The puff-sleeves and strapless neckline of this colored wedding dress will bring out the sensuousness of a bride while making her look like the epitome of incredible beauty! A bride wearing this stunning and chic-colored wedding dress will look nothing but breathtaking when she will make her way down the aisle! Everyone will be left awestruck.

Best Blush: BHLDN Blush Glitter Tulle Colored Wedding Dress

We all know that blush is the color that goes with every wedding theme and wedding style. This color perfectly and gracefully fits in with every season! All the brides who are looking to wear something incredibly romantic and timeless on their wedding day in the form of a colorful wedding dress, we have got you covered! Try slipping into this classic and elegant BHLDN colorful wedding dress and make a breathtaking statement on your wedding day! With exquisite and elegant glitter details lining the sheer bodice, there is something really chic and extraordinary about this blush-colored wedding dress! The moment you will slip into this lovely and gorgeous designer wedding dress on your wedding day, you will actually feel like you have just walked straight out of a fairy tale! For all the brides who have always desired to look like a Disney princess on their wedding day, this BHLDN blush glitter tulle colorful wedding dress is indeed a perfect choice!

Tips to consider while shopping for a Colorful Wedding Dress

When it comes to shopping for a colorful wedding dress, it is important to find a hue that is not only flattering for your skin tone but also works well with your wedding’s color palette and wedding theme! The time of the day and the season you are choosing to get hitched also help you determine what color will suit you best for your wedding day bridal look! If you are having a summer or spring wedding celebration, you can consider shopping for color wedding dresses that are soft in colors like pastels and cherry patterns like lovely floral prints as they are a perfect choice for warm-weather nuptials! If in case it’s a romantic winter affair celebration, you can consider wearing wedding gowns that are of floor-length adorned with sophisticated jewel tones such as emerald green and navy, as these two colors look elegant and sophisticated, especially if a black-tie celebration is on your mind! And if you prefer to wear white for the ceremony but are looking for a fun and colorful second look, opt for mini dresses in vibrant hues like bright pink and electric blue.

Perfect Locations for your Spring Destination Elopement!

Planning for an elopement? Check out our favorite destination spots for an awe-inspiring spring elopement!

We have seen our fair share of weddings and we can say for sure that each wedding is special and unique in its own way. Whether a couple is tying the knot in a glamorous Christmas cruise while having a holiday honeymoon or getting hitched in their own backyard with rustic wedding details like dreamy string lights and mason jars, every detail leaves a lasting impression on us because of the unique chemistry that each couple brings with them to their weddings. It does not really matter whether you’re getting married at a BnB wedding venue or tying the knot in a faraway dreamy destination, the best way to make a wedding stand out is to make it your own! After all, it is your love story and no one will tell it better than you. So it is very essential to take some time off your hectic wedding planning schedule and reflect on what represents you as a couple. And if you want something intimate and meaningful and want a big day that only focuses on you two solely, then maybe an intimate elopement is the answer you’re looking for.

Let’s face it, a big fat celebration with over-the-top wedding ideas is not for everyone. And whatever be the reason – whether someone’s personality refuses to steal a lot of attention or they had to postpone their wedding indefinitely, having an intimate elopement can be the ultimate escape that they are looking for. For couples who want to focus on each other and for those who want to explore somewhere new (a strong nod to the globetrotters and traveling pants), having an intimate wedding can take you to a dreamy place without missing out on your ideal wedding ideas and inspirations. Unlike traditional times where intimate elopements did not include ceremonies and receptions, modern-day intimate elopements can be adjusted to include guests as well as other lovely wedding details. Getting in touch with an expert elopement wedding planner can be of great help, in this case, to help you navigate through the wedding planning process and get started on planning out an epic wedding saga.

Intimate elopements is a rising wedding trend that is witnessing a strong upward curve as it allows your wedding day to be an intimate affair. It is all about planning a wedding day at a location that is significant for you as a couple, whether it is a location near your hometown or a dream wedding destination that is halfway around the world. Having that said, a small wedding certainly does not mean that you won’t feel special as we have come up with some of the most jaw-dropping elopement wedding destinations from around the world that are also considered to be some of the most romantic places to propose.

Our favorite romantic elements destinations for your spring saga:

Moab, Utah

The small town of Moab serves as a gateway to the southern desert’s otherworldly red rock formations and massive mesas. Arches National Park and Canyonlands National Park are both located just outside of Moab. Massive arches and formations create an incredible backdrop for an intimate wedding ceremony and the ultimate place for a Utah elopement after a beautiful hike. The red rocks and desert landscape make for stunning wedding photos which means that you can have your ultimate wedding photography shot list right at this place, making it a truly remarkable place to elope.

Las Vegas

If you think of Sin City solely as a seedy locale for a quick wedding, you’re mistaken. Yes, obtaining and using a Nevada marriage license is incredibly simple, and Elvis officiants and drive-through wedding chapels aren’t for everyone, but the city is also full of excellent dining options, excellent outdoorsy activities beyond The Strip, and amazing wedding portrait backdrops at every turn. Our forever favorites for a dreamy Las Vegas elopement will always be the Seven Magic Mountains and the Neon Museum. To put it another way, you don’t have to be a night owl to elope in Las Vegas, though it certainly helps!

New England

A spring elopement in New England can be breathtakingly beautiful especially for the adventurous couples with a high adrenaline rush. If you’re willing to bundle up and brave the elements, New England has a lot of ethereal spring landscape views, so this could be a great option for you. There are many gorgeous options with a less strenuous hike, and one great option is to take the gondola most of the way up and then finish the hike. It’s possible that microspikes or crampons will be required. New England’s waterfalls and picturesque pools make it one of the most amazing places for glamping and spending some time away from the hustle and bustle of the mainland crowd. It’s entirely up to you, but whatever you do in the spring season, make sure you’re either prepared to work around the crowds or work with your photographer to find a more secluded location. It’s sometimes as simple as going early in the morning to a location that will be very crowded later in the day.

Lake Louise, Canada

The out-worldly turquoise waters of Lake Louise mixed with its surrounding emerald mountains makes it one of the most jaw-dropping glamping places for a mini-moon or an intimate elopement in Canada. The entire landscape looks like a painting and to make things even more beautiful, this glacial lake is located within Banff National Park, so the snow-capped mountains in the background will take your photos to new heights. The best part is that once you say “I do,” you and your new beau can go on exciting adventures together. Cross-country skiing, snowboarding, ice fishing, snowmobiling, hiking, and ice climbing are just a few of the activities available.

City Park, New Orleans

City Park in New Orleans is the ideal location for an elopement as it is brimming with charming landscapes and significant history. You won’t run out of picturesque backdrops for your gorgeous elopement photography session with a 1,300-acre oasis full of centuries-old oak trees, a fragrant rose garden, lakes, a stunning greenhouse, and historic sculptures. The Langles Bridge in the park also makes an excellent backdrop for exchanging vows. After your ceremony, take some photos and take a stroll through the greenhouse. This romantic elopement location in New Orleans will appeal to nature lovers and green thumbs alike.

Vancouver Island, British Columbia

When Prince Harry and Meghan Markle first moved to North America, they chose this secluded island in British Columbia for a variety of reasons, one of which is its rugged natural beauty. In Avatar Grove, you and your loved one can exchange vows among the ancient Douglas firs and cedars before spending the night in a private cabin. The rest of your trip should be spent enjoying the great outdoors (think hiking, river pack-rafting, hot springs, and even surfing) and staying in a luxury lodge in Tofino overlooking the Pacific Ocean. This British Columbia elopement destination has our hearts for its rustic and rugged beauty which also reflects in the backdrop of wedding photography sessions!

Dunluce Castle, Ireland

Rivaling your favorite rom coms, this Irish elopement destination can be the ultimate pick for dramatic and hopeless romantics! Elope to the historic Dunluce Castle in Ireland, with its craggy coastlines and iconic ruins. Who wouldn’t want to start their lives together with a little Irish luck? You and your lucky charm can marry in front of a crumbling castle straight out of a fairytale, surrounded by stunning blades of green grass and endless sea views. Can any under location beat the romantic quotient of this Irish elopement spot?

Tybee Island, Savannah

If you’re planning an elopement in Savannah, Tybee Island is a great romantic and nautical setting, located just 20 minutes from downtown Savannah. Featuring clean white sand beaches that line the island, and the historic Tybee Lighthouse which was once America’s tallest structure that now towers over the water, Tybee Island combines the seclusion of the seashore with the charm of a small town in one stunning location. The dreamy romantic sunsets alone are reason enough to have a lovely beach wedding with sand between the toes and a blanket of sparkling stars overhead.

Bora Bora

Bora Bora in French Polynesia is located in the South Pacific, halfway between Australia and South America. Known to be one of the best places for a tropical honeymoon, honeymooners have long flocked to this remote island chain for the white sand beaches and bungalows perched directly above the clear blue waters, and it’s also a fantastic elopement destination for couples looking for the ultimate tropical island vibe. Whether you’re looking to get to a private beach for a Polynesian-style wedding or spend some special time in a luxurious resort in Bora Bora, the options are endless for an unforgettable new beginning in this part of the world.

Bogus Basin, Idaho

You may not be aware of this hidden gem elopement destination, but trust us when we say that your Idaho elopement will look like something out of a fairytale. The Arrowleaf Balsamroot wildflowers light up Boise’s wild rolling foothills with bright pops of yellow and green in the spring. With over 190 miles of trails, you can hike, walk, mountain bike, or drive to your ceremony location and say “I do” just as the high-desert sunsets, with panoramic views you won’t soon forget and which will also pose as the backdrops for an unforgettable wedding photography session. And, because it’s only a half-hour drive from Boise, you can enjoy the best of both worlds by visiting this artsy and urban mountain town.

Chugach Mountains, Alaska

Alaska remains one of our favorite places for intimate elopements because of how wild and untamed it feels! And we especially love it when our couples decide to fly out to the Chugach Mountains and land on a glacier in a helicopter or ski plane because the scenery is breathtaking for an unforgettable spring wedding photography session. Glaciers change seasonally, if not weekly, so what we see or experience will always feel new and unique to the exact time and place, which I think is a lovely detail for a memorable spring elopement wedding day.

The Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado

Probably a no-brainer, but the Rockies will forever make to our list of picturesque elopement destinations throughout all the seasons. It is true that Colorado is one of the most beautiful mountainous regions in the country, making it an ideal location for an intimate elopement. Rocky Mountain National Park, located about 70 miles from Denver, is home to a stunning wilderness area with 150 lakes, 350 miles of trails, and 450 miles of rivers and streams. Couples seeking the beauty of the Western wilderness have a plethora of options here, including dazzling alpine lakes, sweeping mountains, and pine forests, all of which offer a long list of options for the quintessential Colorado elopement experience. Silver Dollar Lake, Lake Isabelle, Sapphire Point, and 3M Curve are among our favorites.

Iceland

This remote Nordic island, which can be accessed with a five-and-a-half-hour flight from New York, has a rich variety of otherworldly topography, including black sand beaches, beautiful waterfalls, rolling green hills, glaciers, hot springs, and even gurgling lava. Probably one of the most fascinating elopement destinations in the entire world, the remoteness of most of these natural locations only adds to the spiritual aspect of your union. And you don’t need to worry about your wedding planning in Iceland, as it is not difficult to find an Iceland elopement service to assist you. After that, unwind in a room at one of the luxurious Icelandic retreats, which provides exclusive access to Iceland’s most famous tourist attractions, and kickstart your Nordic honeymoon right after.

Tulum

If you are looking for alternative options of eloping under a waterfall in Bali, you can check out the clear Caribbean waters of Tulum, the popular destination on Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula. The town is especially popular with the social media influencer culture, and features cool hotels, a thriving wellness culture, and super-buzzy restaurants, not to mention gorgeous beaches and diving cenotes nearby. But all of these do not take away from the warm-weather romance it offers for smaller wedding ceremonies.

For some, a wedding entails exchanging vows in front of a huge guest list of relatives and friends. For others, something simpler, more scaled-down, and in a completely different location is desired. While the definition of elopement has changed over time, it is now most commonly used to describe the latter. The wedding is intimate – sometimes with just the couple in attendance, and takes place away from the couple’s home. The best place to elope is determined by the couple and their preferences as there is no shortage of awe-inspiring elopement locations – from colossal mountains to beaches and painterly lake views around the world for intimate celebrations.

If you’ve decided that eloping is the right choice for you, the next question is, “Where are the best places to elope?” Finding the most beautiful elopement location depends on what you’re looking for. There are beautiful coastal shores, towering mountains, and sprawling cities to choose from. Whether you want to elope on a mountaintop with just an officiant and photographer or have a destination elopement on a tropical beach, your wedding day is all about you and your partner, which means you can celebrate however you want. There are a plethora of ways to make the day memorable, from wearing a stunning elopement wedding gown to incorporating a variety of unique elopement wedding ideas, and it all starts with where you decide to tie the knot. The atmosphere you create will set the tone for the rest of your celebration, and without a large reception to worry about, the world is your oyster. The above-mentioned list contains our favorite places to elope right now, and it has everything from secluded waterfalls to vibrant desert towns. So go ahead and take your pick!

Hosting a Regency-core inspired spring wedding of your dreams!

While the new and shiny things always claim our hearts, there is something about the old royalties and the grand histories which will never be forgotten. They will forever live on and stories will be told in whispers of the anecdotes in black and white movies, yellowed brittle paper of classic Jane Austen novels and tales passed down by generations, adorned and altered at the whims of the matriarchs before they reach our ears. No matter how much we love our smartphones and feminist and respectful lovers, there is something about lazy garden tea parties, grand seasonal debutant balls, and scandalous courting in not-so-demure glances and long swirly love letters which will be something that nothing can hold a candle to! If you are a classic romantic soul who loves her after afternoon tea, her well-thumped copy of Pride and Prejudice, and have recently binged on Bridgerton, you, fine lady, are in for a treat and surprise, so hold your smelling salts closely!

Regency-core 101

This is essentially what the whole Regency-era aesthetic is named as. If you are familiar with Bridgerton, Pride and Prejudice, or Sense and Sensibility, you might already know this aesthetic by look. But where did it all start? This look is influenced by the regency period in the United Kingdom, which lasted roughly from 1795 to 1837. The title “regent” comes from King George IV, the prince-regent who took over when his father, King George III was pronounced unable to reign. This time period was marked by a cultural mini-renaissance, particularly among the elite classes. This translated into extravagant parties, gossip newspaper columns, brave and luxurious triumphs in art, literature, and design, and cultural sophistication. It was a very colorful and exciting time, the Regency period altered Britain’s whole social structure.

Dreamy recency-core weddings serving Victorian dresses with square necklines, delicate details in the sweet table, and perfectly grand venues are here to announce that the past is here and have the brides in quite a fix lately, but that is not all! The regency inspiration has stepped into various different elements of the wedding day, piecing together a wedding day which is a delectable throwback, but still current and incredibly stylish! If you are in love with the regency era but are hosting a spring wedding, it all comes together so beautifully, it feels like fate! It just so happens that spring automatically leads to a whimsical garden wedding and the regency theme fits quite at home in just a scene. While everything from the season to the era has worked out just perfectly in your favor, here are some of the elegant inspirations which are here to pull your dream wedding together. Whether it is royal-core or regency vibe that you like, whether it is a subtle Victorian era or more Marie Antoinette level maximalism, 2022 is embracing it all!

For a regency-core spring wedding!

Regency venue

When it comes to a themed wedding, the venue is crucial, as it paints the right picture for you to host your dream wedding in. Choose a Regency-era wedding site as the backdrop to your big day if you want to feel like you’ve strolled onto the set of a regency love story – and even better if it was used as one of the filming locations! Bridgerton was filmed in Bath for the most part, but some stunning thematic settings will transport guests back in time. Think along the lines of ornate gold details, artistic ceilings, romantic fountains, and mesmerizing archways, and an entry that will wow your guest before they even arrive at the location. A lush garden, a palatial estate, a sprawling ballroom, and a flowering courtyard, along with details like gold or brass decorations, vintage paintings, bold staircases, swinging chandeliers, or even vintage mirrors or sculptures will make your venue feel on-theme.

The gown to wow

The empire line gown is the quintessential gown for this era when it comes to creating a regency style for weddings. The empire dress is the ideal choice for a Regency wedding, with its delicate unstructured soft shapes and exuding feminine grace. For a genuine aesthetic, consider gorgeous fabrics like lace, chiffon, and taffeta, as well as a style with capped sleeves and a fitted bodice. Go for trendy regency details like square neck, puffed sleeves, or off-the-shoulder details. Your look will be enhanced by vintage lace boots peeking out from beneath the skirt. Choose vintage jewelry such as pearls and delicate silver pieces to accessorize the gown, but keep it basic. The regency bridal appearance is completed with lace or silk gloves and a capelet in lace for summer or fake fur for winter. A half-up bun with a few loose locks flowing down would be the hairdo for a regency bride. To achieve the iconic looks from the movie, keep your make-up natural and gentle.

Keep it vintage

Keep the color palette delicate and charming for a Regency wedding, such as dreamy lilacs, gentle blues, and dainty pinks. Use seasonal flowers, ribbons, and lace to dress up your setting. Crisp white linen tablecloths used for the tables, which are adorned with antique-style silver tealight holders and hurricane lanterns, as well as greenery and large blossoms as a centerpiece. Serve your guests an afternoon tea-themed wedding breakfast in the style of a traditional Regency wedding. To give your reception an authentic regency wedding look, utilize English bone china, silver silverware, and crystal glasses as dinnerware. For an authentic Regency-style wedding, only a classic horse and carriage will suffice as transportation. When your guests see you arrive at your venue, it will make a huge statement and take their breath away. It will undoubtedly be a memorable day!

You’ve been invited

Starting with your invitations is perhaps one of the most accessible methods to organize a regency-core wedding. When guests get their invitations, the design and color palette gives them a taste of what to expect on the big day. Your wedding invitations are the perfect spot to introduce your theme, and if you’re planning a regency-core wedding, you’ll want to include aesthetic aspects throughout every detail you can, from your stationery to your meal and favors. Look for swooping handwriting, pastel colors, and metallic touches on your invitations. When in doubt, go for simple and exquisite decorations that will make your guests feel like they’ve been summoned to the most important event of the century.

Romantic notes

A handwritten message has a magical quality to it, and no one knows this better than a regency bride! So embrace letter writing, a long-forgotten art form. We adore the notion of leaving each of your guests a handwritten letter in their place setting. If you calligraph their names elegantly on an envelope and stand it up at their place, it can truly substitute a place card. Sure, it’ll be a lot of labor, but your guests will be grateful. You didn’t have to write a long note, but maybe a few lines on how happy you are that they were able to attend your wedding or a favorite memory you shared with them? It’s a thoughtful touch that will make your visitors feel appreciated.

Gloved hands

Although many brides have abandoned gloves, they are such an elegant and sophisticated appearance that we hope Bridgerton can help bring them back. A pair of sophisticated gloves are the perfect final touch once you’ve gathered all of your wedding day accessories. They’re the ultimate opulent purchase because they’re soft and plush. Also, wearing a pair of exquisite gloves with your wedding gown adds to the regency concept and makes you appear to be from that era!

Statement veils

Long statement veils were fashionable at the period. In the wedding scene to Simon in Bridgerton, Daphne wore a cathedral-length veil, which was one of the most popular lengths at the time. This will not only be historically accurate, but it will also give your stride a dramatic and delicate feminine beauty. Give your veil the attention it deserves by having it custom embroidered so that your entire ensemble feels personal and well-thought-out. A favorite literary phrase, your initials and wedding date, or something unique and personal might all be sewn in.

Bridesmaid dresses in all the colors

Just because this was a time that belonged far in the past doesn’t mean you have to shy away from colors. In fact, get friendly with all the colors in the crayon box! Embrace those beautiful hues in your bridesmaid dresses and let your bridesmaids make the statement. You can choose warm tones of mustard, vibrant coral, or exquisite mint green, or look delicate and lovely in lilacs, pinks, and pastel blues. For a modern and cohesive take on the colorful bridesmaid dress theme, mix and match various shades of jewel or pastel tones. If you want to embrace the maximalism of the era, go for floaty tulles and voluminous petticoats to add fluff to the dress. You can also go for cascading silhouettes and add drama to the wedding ceremony for letting your bridesmaids claim the attention!

Afternoon tea galore

Afternoon tea is a great option for laid-back weddings where a sit-down meal isn’t feasible. Fortunately, it’s also very fashionable for a regency wedding. Set a table with cucumber sandwiches, small quiches, scones, and patisserie on vintage porcelain plates, cups, and saucers. Fill teapots with gin and vodka cocktails with a tea theme, such as a rose and hibiscus tea martini or an Earl Grey gimlet. Afternoon tea is ideal for an early afternoon ceremony since guests can interact and eat at about 4 p.m., after which there is no need to offer food again until the evening. If you are hosting your afternoon tea in a wisteria-clad courtyard or the outdoor rose garden, if your wedding venue allows, the theme will just fall perfectly in place!

Rococo era cake

The Rococo period began a few years before the Regency period, but the lavish and luxurious style swiftly spread to England. We prefer rococo styling for a modern wedding cake because of the iconic gold, white, and pastel colors, and carved molding. On a multi-tiered pastel cake, think of extravagant gold sugarcraft decorations like fruits, flowers, musical instruments, angels, shells, and fleur de lis. It’s a classic aesthetic that’s resurfaced in popularity. You can also go for a more subdued look with textured white icing, sugar roses, and gold molding accents. Whatever details you choose, the cake should be large and striking, with at least four tiers and a wedding cake display table to match.

Champagne tower

Is there anything more opulent and decadent than a champagne tower? We doubt it! There is something about a champagne tower that instantly spells luxury which feels at home in palace halls and endless flower gardens. A champagne tower is celebratory in a classy yet prominent way and truly encompasses the regency vibe aptly. A Champagne tower looks amazing in photos and is a great time to share with your sweetheart as you pour the bubbles in together. Also, they will leave your wedding guests wowed, that’s for sure! To make your champagne tower more historically accurate, go for vintage stained wine glasses or delicate vintage crystal glasses, and your bar area will look like it belongs to a movie!

A horse and carriage entry or exit

It’s no surprise that a regency wedding should have a grand exit, and what can be more fitting than a horse and carriage exit! We love the royal vibe that a horse-ridden carriage brings to the table, and how a couple instantly feels like they belong to royalty when they arrive or exit with such grandeur. Your wedding is a dream come true moment and a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. It’s a reason to rejoice, and this particular day can be anything you want it to be. Allow your imagination to soar and so what a king or a princess will do, just for a day!

Literary quotes

Using literary quotes throughout your wedding is a terrific way to personalize it, whether you select a favorite line from the series or another favorite romance novel. We love incorporating them into your wedding décor because they function so well in vows and speeches. Quotes from books like Pride and Prejudice, written in calligraphy on cloth or paper by your stationer, create lovely aisle runners. It can be looped around the bouquet on the day of the wedding and dripped down the bride’s arm as she walks down the aisle. If you and your partner are both bookworms, why not name your tables after your favorite books? You can then incorporate literary excerpts from them on your invites, menus, and orders of service, or as decorations throughout the venue. Alternatively, you can also read out your favourite poem for each other during your ceremony.

Wax seals

There is something painfully romantic about a handwritten letter, perfumed and sealed with a seal. It is quickly coming back and is seen more often! You may incorporate wax seals into your wedding in a variety of ways, whether you decide on handwritten letters or your wedding invitation, whether it’s a wedding favor or just for the aesthetics. It’s ideal for sealing invitations, adding decoration to place cards, and gluing dried flower and leaf stems to stationery. You can have a custom stamp made with your initials and wedding date, or you can opt with a generic mark that fits your style.

We adore everything about the Regency period’s elegance and indulgence, which has begun to inspire weddings, from magnificent costumes to exquisite decadent maximalism and the ambiance of tantalizing high society gossip. There are so many options to have the regency wedding you desire, from bridesmaid dresses inspired by the love of colors to vintage-style afternoon tea party, draping wisteria, bespoke wax seals, Georgian wedding venues, and sophisticated empire waist dresses. We hope this blog did justice to your vision and provided you with all that you might need.

Celebrate Your St. Patrick Day wedding in an Irish Castle venue!

Check out our blog to explore some of the most timeless Irish castle wedding venues for a fairytale-like wedding celebration!

As a young girl did you also always imagine yourself getting married to your Prince Charming in a faraway castle while wearing a royal wedding gown? It will not be wrong to say that every little girl once dreamt of finding her Prince and getting married in a grand Irish Castle while being surrounded by celestial ideas and details. For every fairytale wedding, there is a bride, a groom, and a grand castle that can sweep anybody’s feet with its splendid and magnificent beauty! Old Irish castles have an intimate feeling associated with them and centuries of history which makes them one of the most coveted places to get married in the entire world. Castle wedding venues are becoming one of the most sought after of venues for their breathtaking look and feel along with the sparkling woodland gardens and gleaming lakes that often surround them.

A beautiful castle will tick all your boxes if you’re looking for a fairytale feel for your big day. Castle wedding venues are the stuff of many brides’ dreams, and with good reason: these stunning historic buildings have plenty of wow factor while still maintaining a charming, cozy feel, and you and your guests will be treated like royalty. Just like gorgeous golf wedding venues and coastal wedding destinations, castle weddings venues often have fairytale-like vibes to the big wedding days that take place in them. If you are looking for a breathtaking fairytale wedding steeped with sweeping surroundings, Ireland is the place to be. Apart from being home to nature’s abundance Ireland is home to majestic castles that can take you back in time and epitomize romance, grandeur, and fairytale charm for your big day details. We have no shortage of amazing castle wedding venues in Ireland, with all kinds of gorgeous styles dotted all over the country.

You’ll have plenty of options for your big day in this region, which is known for its historic castles. We’re frequently asked for recommendations for Irish wedding castles, and we have to admit, it’s easy for us to make suggestions because there are so many gorgeous, romantic, and historic castle wedding venues to choose from! Of course, we have favorites, which we’ve compiled in this handy guide. Our list includes everything from iconic countryside estates to luxurious coastal wedding hideaways, spanning eight centuries and as many counties as there are counties in the United States. Without further ado, here is a list of the best castles in Ireland for your wedding from all over Ireland and Northern Ireland to help you narrow down your options.

Some of our favorite Irish Castle wedding venues:

Luttrellstown Castle

Luttrellstown Castle is a private castle wedding venue in Ireland that can accommodate up to 180 people. A historic castle with a striking Gothic facade perched on a 560-acre estate in Dublin 15, it’s the kind of place you usually only see on TV or in movies! Despite the fact that Luttrellstown Castle wedding venue is the pinnacle of luxury, it has an unexpectedly welcoming atmosphere, so whether you’re entertaining 20 or 180 people, your guests will feel right at home. Couples can look forward to customizing their wedding day to meet their specific requirements. From the elegant dining halls to the atmospheric library, you’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to where to hold your wedding ceremony, drinks reception, and wedding feast! Being the perfect place for all your over-the-top wedding ideas, this Irish castle wedding venue can be your one-stop-shop! From the majestic facade to the idyllic walled gardens to the sumptuous interiors, this historic castle is sure to impress.

Belleek Castle Hotel

Belleek Castle, a 19th-century Neo Gothic-style castle surrounded by a fairytale-worthy forest, is perched on the picturesque banks of the River Moy. The versatility of this castle wedding venue in Ireland is one of its best features. The intricate and cozy details can keep your wedding guests warm and comfortable even on the harshest winter days! There are many wedding event spaces to choose from, each with a different look and vibe, from the medieval drama of the Great Hall, which boasts an open fire and intricate wood paneling, to the rustic romance of the restored 19th-century stables, which boast exposed beams and brickwork. With award-winning fine-dining cuisine and a warm, West-of-Ireland welcome, the magnificent Belleek Castle Hotel wedding venue is easily one of the best in the country. The castle’s medieval banqueting hall and award-winning food will astound couples looking for an authentic castle experience. “You really have to come to Belleek Castle if you want authenticity and somewhere filled with warmth and romance, a team who gives 100 percent and dedication to your special day,” the team says. If you’re looking for a unique experience for your guests, the castle also offers guided tours of their onsite museum.

Kilkea Castle

This beautiful 12th-century Ireland castle wedding venue, set on 180 acres of woodlands and gardens, blends its historic past with contemporary elegance. The castle, which was once the medieval stronghold of the FitzGeralds, Earls of Kildare, is now available for your hosting your big day in Ireland in its entirety, including 11 decadent bedrooms, your very own cozy castle bar, a beautifully appointed drawing-room, and the magnificent Baronial Hall, which boasts elegant chandeliers and a traditional feature stone wall. With the help of the renowned wedding team at Kilkea Castle, you can live out your princess wedding dreams and turn your glamorous wedding ideas into reality. Kilkea Castle wedding venue, which dates from 1180, combines the allure of a 12th-century castle with the sophistication and decadence of style. The castle, which underwent a major renovation only a few years ago, elegantly blends the old and new. Kilkea Castle is located in Castledermot, Co. Kildare, and is only an hour’s drive from Dublin.

Waterford Castle Hotel & Golf Resort

How romantic is it that Waterford Castle is situated on a 310-acre private island? It is one of Ireland’s most renowned hotels for honeymoon stays and weddings, which is situated on the River Suir and accessible via a private car ferry across the King’s Channel. It’s an opulent 16th-century castle on its own island in the River Suir. The 310-acre estate wedding venue is full of old-world charm and provides couples with complete privacy. The dedicated team will see to it that all of your needs are met, making your wedding dreams a reality. Waterford Castle wedding venue offers a variety of activities to keep you and your guests entertained for up to three days, including an intimate rehearsal dinner, clay pigeon shooting, lawn games, golf, and falconry, as well as a hog roast in the relaxed elegance of their King’s Channel Clubhouse to cap off your wedding celebrations!

Darver Castle

Darver Castle is an Irish wedding castle venue which is set on 50 acres of beautiful parkland in the rolling countryside of Co. Louth, and exudes old-world elegance. Dating back to the 15th-century castle wedding venue offers the perfect backdrop for your unforgettable wedding photography session. The Darver Castle wedding venue is a truly unique option for your big day, as it is a hopelessly romantic 15th-century castle located less than an hour from Dublin. It features gorgeous period furniture and finishes, but thanks to the lovely family, who run the show, it still manages to retain an intimate feel. You can exchange vows in the newly renovated ceremony room or outside in the private courtyard The Carville family has lovingly restored it, and they offer a one-wedding-per-day policy so that couples can fully immerse themselves in the castle’s unique splendor and hence it can be yours in its entirety for your wedding day. Couples can exchange vows in the castle’s beautiful ceremony room before retiring to the magnificent banqueting suite Brabazon Hall, which features stone-cut walls and beamed ceilings and can accommodate up to 280 guests.

Ballygally Castle

Ballygally Castle is an enchanting 17th-century wedding venue overlooking Ballygally Bay, located in County Antrim along the breathtakingly beautiful Causeway Coastal Route. The historic and enchanting Ballygally Castle wedding venue is bursting with natural beauty, with uninterrupted views across the Irish Sea (which can be enjoyed from the chic Kintyre Ballroom) and a beach literally on its doorstep. The warm and welcoming staff has been hosting weddings for over 60 years, so you can expect top-notch service from the moment you walk in. Best of all, because only one wedding is held per day, you and your guests will have complete access to the venue! Your wedding will be set against a stunning and unforgettably romantic backdrop which means that the scene is much more than a backdrop; it’s a place where memories are made.

Bellingham Castle

Bellingham Castle is a 17th-century castle with a lot of character and charm, set on 17 acres of mature woodlands and gardens. It is a private and romantic Irish retreat where you and your guests can spend a truly magical day in total privacy. This exclusive venue is just 45 minutes from Dublin and is located in the heart of the medieval village of Castlebellingham. Bellingham takes pride in its exclusive homey setting and meticulous attention to detail, with their team providing 100 percent dedication from start to finish. The tranquil surroundings, friendly staff, sumptuous Bute Suite, 19 luxury bedrooms (ideal for traveling guests), and, of course, fine food and wine will ensure an unforgettable stay. The accommodating wedding packages also make it a great glamping site for your pre-wedding celebrations in Ireland. Weddings are just as lovely in the summer when the sun shines and guests wander the grounds as they are in the winter when candles, fires, and mulled wine create a warm atmosphere.

Castle Leslie Estate

Castle Leslie is a stunningly beautiful secluded estate in Monaghan, only 80 minutes from Dublin and 60 minutes from Belfast, nestled on 1,000 acres of the lush Irish countryside, dotted with ancient woodlands and glittering lakes. This Irish castle wedding venue is one of Ireland’s most sought-after wedding venues for a reason, with exquisite food, stunning interiors, and plenty of accommodations for you and your guests. Castle Leslie wedding venue, which has remained in the hands of its founding family since the mid-seventeenth century, is steeped in history and romance. It is a magical setting for your special wedding celebration, as it is a truly private rural escape. The castle and 1,000-acre estate are equally charming whether your guest list is 70 or 260, thanks to the abundance of atmospheric, antique-filled spaces for ceremonies and receptions, and it’s easy to reach wherever your guests are coming from, as it’s only 80 minutes from Dublin Airport.

Fitzpatrick Castle

Fitzpatrick Castle is the kind of wedding venue you wouldn’t expect to find in Dublin, with stylish surroundings, friendly service, and breathtaking views overlooking Dublin Bay! The family-owned Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel wedding venue in Dublin’s lovely leafy suburb of Killiney is surrounded by the impressive Killiney Hill woodland. The exterior of the 18th-century castle is strikingly white-tipped, while the interiors transport you to another era with deep wood furnishings and tapestries, elegant fireplaces, sparkling chandeliers, and silver candelabras. This castle venue’s team is exceptional at what they do, with over 40 years of experience hosting weddings large and small, and they’re happy to collaborate with couples to create a wedding day that’s truly personal to them. The venue’s beautiful gardens make for stunning wedding portraits, and the interior spaces are equally impressive – it’ll be difficult to choose between the Victorian interiors of the castle suites and the breathtaking coastal view of the elegant Royal Suite that awaits you and your guests.

Dromoland Castle

The historic wedding venue Dromoland Castle in beautiful County Clare has been welcoming guests since the 16th century and offers stunning scenery, plush interiors, and world-class cuisine. History buffs will love this wedding venue, which has ties to Ireland’s last high kings, but so will couples who appreciate the finer things in life. If your ideal wedding day includes a ceremony in a meticulously maintained walled garden, an outdoor Champagne reception in the style of a garden party, or a once-in-a-lifetime feast in opulent surroundings, you’ve come to the right place!

Clontarf Castle

Clontarf Castle is a 12th-century castle, which is located just outside of Dublin’s city center is an eclectic mix of old and new. Many of the original features, such as stained glass windows, dramatic high ceilings, and the beautiful original staircase, have been preserved, but a recent refurbishment has brought it into the twenty-first century with modern luxuries and facilities. This award-winning castle wedding venue in Ireland also has dedicated art galleries, landscaped gardens, and a romantic outdoor terrace, all of which are perfect for memorable wedding photos. Clontarf Castle has over 800 years of history pulsing through its walls, ensuring an atmospheric wedding day regardless of the type of party you’ve planned. Whether you’re planning a lavish celebration in the regal Great Hall or an intimate gathering in the medieval dining room, the day will be opulent and memorable in every way!

Ireland is known for its Celtic history, folklore, and beautiful landscape dotted with castles. Destination weddings in Ireland practically beg to be held in historic locations, and there are a plethora of luxury Irish castles that provide guests with the ideal blend of old-world romance, culture, and timeless elegance. A truly magical place to celebrate love, and couples and their guests will never forget a wedding weekend spent in an Irish castle.

Chellsea + Dillon

Life is full of surprises, thrills, and adventures, but even the most thrilling roller coaster can’t prepare you for love and its own unique adventures! It brightens our lives, soothes our sorrows, and sprinkles a gleaming ray of sunshine to even the dullest of days. It touches and enchants not just the two individuals involved, but also the lives of all who come into contact with them. Nothing beats two people gradually falling in love and deciding to love and commit to each other for the rest of their life! It’s thrilling, fulfilling, and makes everyone who watches it feel warm and fuzzy from the show’s love! While there are many things that can be going on in the world, love lets you lean on it, no matter how crazy the world gets! We are lucky to be able to work in an area where we can witness the allure of love again and time again! Even after many years of seeing the same starry-eyed look in the lovers’ eyes and those toothy smiles, it never ceases to enchant us. Every wedding between two people in love is a captivating love story in and of itself, and we are delighted to be able to capture it in stunning shots and snippets. The wedding day of Chellsea and Dillon is the stuff of dreams, and here’s a sneak peek at their big day!

The couple chose Mile High City to plan their dream wedding, and we all know they can’t go wrong with that! Denver, nicknamed the Mile High City because of its elevation of 5,280 feet above sea level, or one mile, has been a hive of activity since the late 1850s when gold was discovered near Cherry Creek. It is now one of America’s hottest places to live and play in, as well as a fantastic tourist destination. Denver is a visually beautiful town, replete with a range of sights and attractions for everyone, from kids to couples, with the Rocky Mountains as a backdrop and more than 300 days of sunlight per year. There is no shortage of things to do in Denver, whether you are roaming the Denver Art Museum, shopping and gallery hopping in Cherry Creek North, or watching animals at the Denver Zoo, day or night. There’s a lot to like about getting married in Denver because the city is full of wonderful wedding locations. This gorgeous city will never fail to surprise you with its myriad alternatives, from beautiful rocky mountain scenery to the city’s laid-back countryside attitude. We tell you that your intriguing downtown Denver wedding will stand out and prove to be memorable, proudly seated in the South Platte River Valley, a bit to the east of the gorgeous Rocky Mountains!

The city has plenty of vivid, active, and bustling locations where you can hold your perfect wedding. Villa Parker, Stonebrook Manor, and Pine at Genes-ee are three of Denver’s most popular wedding venues, however, there are many more! If you are looking for the perfect spot for some lovely engagement photo locations, Civic Center Park in the center of downtown, Washington Park, Cheesman Park, and City Park in neighboring areas are just a few of the city’s parks. Denver’s most famous park, Red Rocks Park & Amphitheater, lies just outside the city boundaries and is one of the best outdoor performance venues in the country. Every nook and cranny of this gorgeous city provides the perfect backdrop for your Denver wedding photographer to capture your romantic moments. Have faith in us! There are a few fantastic wedding venues in this city that never fail to wow. Whether you want to unwind by exploring every street of this city with your sweetheart while our wedding photographers and videographers click away to capture every step you take together hand in hand, or you can’t get enough of jaw-dropping natural-filled backdrops in your wedding album, we promise you won’t be disappointed! Needless to say, Chellsea and Dillon struck gold when they chose Denver as their wedding location, and the result is evident in the video snippets!

Speaking of dreamy locations, natural beauty and romantic design come together at Della Terra to offer the ideal hidden mountain setting for your wedding ceremony and celebration. They only host one wedding at a time and only one wedding each day since they believe that each wedding should be intimate and exclusive. Featuring two beautiful ceremony locations, on-site getting-ready areas, luxurious honeymoon accommodations, and a once-in-a-lifetime wedding experience, Della Terra is a non-discriminatory, all-inclusive venue that accepts all kinds of love and life celebrations. The wedding venue’s amazing indoor event venue boasts stunning architecture, balcony overlooks, and floor-to-ceiling windows with three-dimensional mountain vistas. Up to 200 guests can be accommodated at this great indoor ceremony and reception location. A raised platform, dancing floor space, full-service bar, DJ area for sound and lighting equipment, live band area, and gourmet kitchen for catering purposes are all included.

Della Terra also has an interior Gathering Place on the second floor with balconies and two enormous fires. This is the ideal location for an indoor cocktail hour following your ceremony. The outdoor ceremony setting at Della Terra is hidden amid the mountain pines, with a stunning MacGregor Mountain background to delight your guests. A raised brick stage, natural cedar vineyard trellis, and terraced sitting space for guests are all part of the event location. In Della Terra’s wedding salon, dressing room, and lounge, you and your wedding party can be pampered on-site. Couples can utilize the Theater room as a waiting space for either side of their wedding party. This space is frequently used by grooms and their groomsmen as a lounge while waiting for the wedding festivities to begin. During get-ready time, couples can arrange for bar service through Della Terra in this location. Overall, Della Terra Mountain Chateau is a wedding location that is gorgeous, practical, and simply perfect for a Denver wedding, and we are so elated that Chellsea and Dillon chose this wedding venue as “the one”!

Whether it’s the magic of the nature-filled location tucked away in the heart of the mountains or the sheer iridescent magic in the air, the couple managed to create a day that is not only beautiful to look at but also feels warm and wholesome in every way! Whether it is the emotional first look or the loving looks that couples keep on sneaking throughout the day, theirs is the kind of love that feels good and right! The magical day started amidst chirping birds and ruffling leaves as the duo got ready for the lovely day ahead! Chellsea looked stunning in her A-line wedding dress with lace details and a romantic sweetheart neckline and cap sleeves. Her golden blonde hair was arranged in a half updo, adorned with sparkly hair accessories and a gorgeous veil, and neutral makeup and sparkling necklace and earring set, adding a glow to her every movement! To add to the look, our lovely bride carried a gorgeous bridal bouquet which was created with the finest pick of white flowers and greenery! Dillon donned a classic blue suit which had black contrast lapels and a crisp white shirt, all the things which added a dashing flair to his attire! A black bowtie, a dramatic boutonniere, and a pair of formal shoes added to Dillon’s groom look perfectly! The bridesmaids donned baby-blue bridesmaid dresses and carried white matching bouquets as our lovely bride, and the gentlemen were all dressed in midnight blue suits and baby blue neckties, making for a gorgeous group with perfectly coordinated details!

Before the ceremony, the couple had their first look which was all gorgeously captured by our wedding photographers. The look in Dillon’s eyes as he saw his soon-to-be bride was precious and delicately captured! It was emotional that Chellsea also did a first look for her dad. The couple had their wedding ceremony in the property’s outdoor ceremony site and the dark wooden arbor has been decorated with simple white drapes and gorgeous white flowers and greenery, creating a lovely setting for the couple to say their vows! The bridesmaid and groomsmen walked down the path in pairs or threes and took their position in the aisle, and the flower girl was assisted by her parents and left an adorable image in our minds! Soon Chellsea was walked down the aisle by her father, and the ceremony began. The couple said their vows, getting teary-eyed as they promised their future to each other and were soon declared married! They watered a plant as their unity ceremony, symbolizing how they promised to nourish their relationship forever to help it grow stronger through the years!

The couple exited the ceremony site as our Denver wedding videographers caught them in some memorable moments like the time they danced with each other on the winding road in the backdrop, just enjoying each other’s company and sharing sweet nothings! And as they did that, it started to drizzle adding to the magic! Soon it was time for the wedding party to pose for some formal group photography and bridal portraits, and the grassy meadows and tall towering trees proved to be the perfect backdrop for the same! Soon it was time for the wedding reception to start, but not before the couple had some fun with their guests. The evening unfolded into a series of exciting events, starting from wedding toasts to the first dance, and cutting the cake. The decor elements, like the rest of the wedding, were minimal and fresh, yet fun and we loved how the wedding cake and the wedding stationeries showed off streaks of color and whimsy! The wedding day surely ended with a high with everybody having the time of their lives!

Even when languages fail or recollections falter, a photograph or a video may convey a wealth of details! When it comes to this charming pair, though, each of their images and video snippets conveys the most captivating account of their enthralling love journey. A couple spends months arranging their wedding day, pulling together all of the minor and crucial details to ensure that everything goes according to plan. This requires a lot of checklists, phone calls, errands, and redesigning to bridge the gap between your dream wedding and reality, with a little help from the pros! And then, when the big day arrives, it’s gone in the blink of an eye! With so many intense sentiments, activities, and customs, the day is a happy swirl of occurrences, a succinct capture of the most fantastic day of your life! Photographs or a video film, on the other hand, are tangible and heartfelt, and even after they’ve aged, they still tell an intriguing tale about the couple!

The truth is that just a few days in your life will be remembered for the rest of your life, and your wedding day will surely be at the top of that list. Every couple wishes to capture the magic of the day in perfect photographs, from the drapes in the arbor to the flowers adorning the bride’s hair to the heel of the bridal shoes, so that they can relive the special day whenever they want and be recognized as an old friend greeting them with open arms by the memories of the day. Photographs and videos from a wedding capture many particular and delicate moments that we, as individuals, may ignore but that the camera retains.

Our Denver wedding photographers did an amazing job capturing the beautiful couple in all of their splendor. Whether it’s the serene and delicate moments from the getting ready sessions to the heartfelt moments when the vows were promised to one another, every frame is meticulously documented and may be considered memorable! Our professional Denver wedding photographers did an incredible job capturing the couple against the most dramatic of backdrops, resulting in dynamic moments that gripped and fascinated. Chellsea and Dillon’s fairytale moment outside, as they posed gracefully against the jaw-dropping background, was captured beautifully by the skilled Denver wedding photographers. The delicate moments of the day were captured with finesse by our expert wedding photographers and videographers, as these are the elements that couples want to forever cherish and hold close to their hearts!!

What is a wedding if not an artistic representation of your love story and an opportunity to convey it? Are you even telling your narrative if you compromise on your individuality? While society enjoys categorizing everything, marriage should always be true to its partners! Of course, there are trends, season’s “it” hues, summer brights and spring pastels, the latest hypes, and the year’s favorites to consider, but the most important thing to remember is to stay loyal to your self-expression throughout. You should be able to recognize yourself and connect years down the road while browsing through your wedding photos. Chellsea and Dillon’s wedding is so refreshing because of this! Everything seems to be true to their true selves on this wedding day, whether it’s the vibrant color selections, the modest wedding decor, or the easy personality of the couple! And when they look back on themselves years later, they will only see themselves!

Black-Owned Wedding Businesses to Hire for Your Wedding

A wedding day is one of the days you don’t want to hold anything back and go all out to make your dream wedding come true! The great blue sky holds no limit when it comes to the lengths you will go to craft your dream wedding day! The dress you choose is the exact poofy fairytale-esque piece of art as you always imagined, the invitations should set your wedding guest’s hearts tingling to be a part of your special day, and the wedding reception dinner should have your dear ones talking for months! You want everything to be well-curated and filled with intention and love! While you will potentially be indulging in a lot of purchases, why not go for black-owned businesses while at it? This Black History Month, we want to throw some light at some of the gorgeous businesses owned by black business owners so that you can take your stand for the day and do your part, not for just this month, but for forever, as you weave the most magical day of your life alongside!

It is no surprise that there is not enough focus on black businesses as there should be, and while it might be a slight difference of making some conscious choices and doing some due research before hitting the buy button, it really does bring about a lot of positive changes in the community, as it encourages conscious visibility and celebration of the community! Supply chain concerns caused by the pandemic, inflation, and labor shortages have all generated problems for business owners. However, for many black entrepreneurs, this is exacerbated by a variety of pre-pandemic obstacles, such as a lack of access to financing and greater rates of financial hardship than white-owned enterprises. Those challenges might quickly escalate into a larger, group struggle. While most of us have the best of intentions in mind, we fall short when it comes to finding the right business to support. There is a lot of research that is already a part of the wedding planning process, and this bit of extra research proves to be exhausting, which is where we come in! We have done the homework, and are bringing to you some of the black-owned businesses that you can support, all in a neat list and tied in a bow! Are you taking notes? Here we go!

Wedding Planners

Andrew Roby Events

Andrew Roby is a distinguished war veteran as well as a seasoned wedding coordinator. He is based in Washington, D.C., where he oversees a team that creates stimulating and romantic events. They limit the number of events they take on as a boutique firm, no more than two weddings and six corporate or social events each month, so that their focus can be on their clients, whom they refer to as a family. The ability to listen to the clients and design an experience based on their personality and style has made their clients’ events magical over the last ten years. Andrew takes pride in creating experiences that exceed your expectations, whether it’s a conference, an LGBT wedding, or a charitable benefit, and focuses on providing the clients with outstanding service tailored to their specific needs.

ellyB Events

ellyB Events is a party planning company that focuses on unique design touches. The event planners here will ensure that you and your guests enjoy an unforgettable wedding day that you and your family will be glad to call your own. From the solitary tear that falls from your fiancé’s eye to the laughter caused by the merger of two families, ellyB Events relish every aspect! Eliana Baucicault founded ellyB Events after combining her master’s degree in business with her innate party-planning abilities. The award-winning celebrity planner is an extrovert, yet she wants her couples to have fun on their wedding day while she handles the details like fork placement and the logistics. She is the publisher and editor of The B. Collective, as well as the author of “B Inspired The Book,” in addition to her planning firm.

Tinsel Experiential Design

Erica Taylor Haskins, Liz Castelli, and Adette C. Contreras are challenging the status quo in event design and experiences by combining expertise in experiential design, brand strategy, and digital marketing. The partners started their company in the kitchen of a Brooklyn apartment eight years ago and have since expanded it into a multi-million-dollar enterprise. They are proud Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program alumni. They will speak directly to today’s more discerning target audiences and create experiences that will impress, delight, and last, thanks to a staff of over 100 experiential designers and event producers.

Wedding Dress Designers

Amsale Aberra of Amsale

Amsale Aberra is an Ethiopian wedding dress designer who is often acknowledged as the developer of the modern bridal gown for her classic, elegant, sophisticated, and timeless aesthetic. When it comes to her journey and leaving an impact on the world, it all began when she was hunting for a wedding gown for her wedding day and discovered that the majority of the styles available at the time were unnecessarily theatrical and ostentatious! So, when she was bored of looking for the perfect wedding gown to highlight her pared-back and minimalist style, she ended up designing her own wedding gown! In the years that followed, Amsale began selling personalized wedding dresses from her New York City apartment, dedicated to servicing couples like herself! A bride wearing an Amsale wedding gown will exude elegance and confidence in spades. On her wedding day, she will undoubtedly make a statement with sophisticated elegance!

Ese Azenabor

Nigerian-born designer Ese Azenabor began her business designing custom-made evening clothing. Ese noted that a lot of the dresses available catered to ladies with lighter skin tones while looking for her wedding gown. As a result, when a bride of color wears that type of wedding gown, it doesn’t match, and they have little choice but to wear something that isn’t truly intended for them! Ese’s design range has since grown to include bridal alternatives, particularly for curvaceous and darker-skinned brides. A bride from Ese Azenabor is certainly not a wallflower. She is fearless, confident, radiant, has traveled the world, and fully understands and appreciates what it takes to make a masterpiece!

Andrea Pitter- Campbell of Pantora Bridal

Andrea Pitter is the owner and creative director of Pantora Wedding, a Brooklyn-based bridal store. She started this company to address the lack of diversity and inclusion in the wedding gown design market! Pantora Bridal wedding gowns are ideal for glamorous brides who aren’t afraid to experiment with new trends. All of the Pantora brides are unquestionably confident, feminine, and elegant, and most importantly, they have a fantastic connection to reality! Pantora Bridal has a reputation for providing affordable luxury to all brides-to-be! Pantora brides will always appreciate apparel that is familiar. The design aesthetic is unrivaled yet attractive, and it’s one of the features that all of our brides notice!

Cakes and Caterers

GetPlated Catering

GetPlated Catering in Washington, D.C. is owned by Keyon and Alexandria Hammond, a husband and wife partnership. GetPlated produces, cooks, and serves personalized menus for every occasion—large or small, rustic or classic—and is known as the home of cultured, hip, and polished food. You can anticipate bold flavors, customized service, and a real love for helping people create bespoke memories from GetPlated Catering. In DC, Maryland, and Virginia, the boutique-style menus and thoughtful presentations set the tone for unforgettable gatherings.

Cakes by La’Meeka

La’Meeka Edwards started her company as a hobby more than ten years ago. Since then, she’s baked and decorated hundreds of desert options and cakes for clients all throughout Georgia. La’Meeka has designed cakes for a number of Atlanta celebrities, including Ne-Yo, Phaedra Parks, and Kandi Burress of The Real Housewives of Atlanta, and has collected experience along the way!

Cantrell Occasions

Chef Ro is a native of Atlanta, Georgia, with a lifelong passion for cooking. He enrolled in the Art Institute of Atlanta to pursue his Culinary Arts degree shortly after getting his bachelor’s degree from Savannah State University. To provide customers with wonderful food, quality service, and memorable events, is the primary goal of Chef Ro Cantrell of Cantrell Occasions. He earned a Culinary Arts degree from the Art Institute of Atlanta and opened his own catering company in Atlanta in 2012.

Chops by Rera LLC

Chef Rera O of Chops by Rera LLC in Washington, D.C., is a graduate of the International Culinary Center. Her restaurant focuses on using fresh, local products to make delectable dishes. The culinary team created a strong menu using locally sourced ingredients to ensure that your wedding day meal is outstanding. The cooking style is diverse and spans different cultures.

Makeup and Hair

Brittany Scott

Brittany Scott is a makeup artist that specializes in brows, lashes, and makeup in Los Angeles. Scott also works as a makeup artist for Blushington, a one-stop beauty shop that provides everything from hair styling to bridal makeup.

Jamila Tarisai

Jamila Tarisai is the founder and editor-in-chief of Iconic Bride Magazine, as well as the owner of Beauty to Behold Luxury Events. Tarisai and her contracted stylists visit clients in their homes, offices, or hotel rooms to help them accomplish their hair and makeup goals. Tarisai is based in Atlanta and studied at Paul Mitchell. Her appointed stylists and makeup artists have a combined 20 years of expertise, and they assist clients with little time in achieving their beauty, fashion, and event styling goals.

Delina Medhin

Delina Medhin is a makeup artist, educator, and content producer whose work has appeared in ELLE, Essence, Vogue.com, as well as on television shows and red carpets. People from all over the world seek her advice, and she is also a beauty blogger on Instagram and YouTube, as well as a guest on the Today Show and the Wendy Williams show.

Florists

Preston Bailey

Preston Bailey is a world-renowned florist and leading event designer who specializes in producing unique floral installations. Bailey is also committed to supporting and remaining available to the business, which is why he launched the PB Protégé program, which is a series of masterclasses that provide mentorship and instruction to industry experts.

Rogue & Fox Floral Co

Rogue & Fox Floral Co is a floral design firm situated in Los Angeles. Rogue & Fox was founded by Drew Rios and focuses on sustainability as well as trendy and quirky flower designs. Drew created Rogue & Fox Floral Co from the need to create unapologetic wild art, from the need to be rogue from everyday life. She grows and culture a lot of the florals on a daily basis, and believes that sustainability should be the new frontier in floral design.

Wild Bloom

Wild Bloom Floral in Seattle is owned and operated by Kristen Griffith-VanderYacht. He was a juror on Netflix’s “The Big Flower Fight,” and his design philosophy is an amalgamation of editorial with a taste for distinctive and organic viewpoints. He has a beautiful and rich design eye that has changed the way florals are used in weddings and events. Kristen sees floristry as a way to live a better, more sustainable life by bridging the gap between nature and modern living.

These services are the ones we focused on but this hardly scratched the surface of the talents available out there. By buying or hiring the services of a black-owned business, you not only are going that necessary mile and supporting a community that is an important part of our society, but it also ensures that the product you invest in is potentially unique, and not like something you will find in every other wedding! Whether you are nestled in Los Angeles or are getting married in New York, whether you are in Chicago or Philadelphia, you are sure to find a plethora of black businesses that you can support with quick research! There are really plenty of choices available if you are interested in finding some amazing black-owned businesses to make your wedding day the dreamy and wholesome day of celebration that it deserves to be, all the while throwing some light at some businesses which deserve all the love!

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