Summer Wedding Tips and Ideas

With the weather changing, flowers blooming and a lot more sunshine to be had by all, May through August - with good reason - are the most popular months for weddings. 

Here are some tips and ideas for you to be able to take full advantage of your summer wedding.



The outside setting
Take advantage of the longer days with a later afternoon wedding.  With the sunset behind you, you don't really need to spend a lot with decorations.  Use a flower garden as your nuptial site, a huge, green willow tree, or your families backyard. 

Summer wedding attire
With most of the wedding gowns being strapless, the summer bride is LUCKY!  Be sure to choose a gown that will fit with your location.  If you're getting married on a beach, a simple, light silk, linen or chiffon is perfect.  You could use beautiful hats in your party for a garden wedding, or you could decide to go barefoot for your beach wedding. If you are still getting married in a church and having an indoor/ outdoor reception, something a bit more formal, but still a light weight material is what you will want to find.  Make sure your girls are comfortable with a lighter dress and the guys could go with a linen suit or a pair of khakis and a nice button up shirt and dinner jacket.  And, of-course, a tuxedo is always appropriate for the more formal weddings. 

Summer hair and make-up
You will want to keep humidity in mind when choosing what to do with your hair {all of you!}.  Don't fight your hair, work with it.  Most professionals can design an updo for you that will look fabulous all day.  Keep your make-up light and natural.  You will be more comfortable and it will just look better!

Summery wedding favors
This is a great time to use some delicious fresh fruit for favors for your guests.  Work with your planner to find the perfectly colored, perfectly ripe peach or chocolate covered strawberries.  Also, make sure to offer your guests water {if getting married outside}, a beautiful wicker fan {which can double as your ceremony program} or a personalized parasol to block the sun.

The flowers
Well, this is easy!  It's summer and flowers are everywhere!  There are so many choices, so to help you narrow your choices here are some favorite options:
Hydrangeas, Roses, Lilies, Lilacs, Calla Lillies, Orchids, Stephanoitis, Mums and Zinnias.


Are you having a summer wedding?  Tell us about your details! Gown, flowers, food, decorations...we all want to know!

A Mexican "flavored" Wedding

I love Mexico!  I love the water, the people that I've met, the food and most definately the drinks!  Cinco de Mayo is coming up {YAY!!  another reason to have a party!} so here is an Inspiration Board - Mexican style!

I also created a fun Bridal Shower invitation for my future sister-in-law {ooo...that is so fun to say}.  Since I love Mexican food, and I'm hosting the party, Cinco de Mayo style is what she is getting!

Watch for party pics!

Favorite Find for the Week

Hello Brides!!  As the weekend was going on and the weather was horrible, I got bored and decided to look for something fun and original to share with you. 

Here is my favorite find for the week!  Custom designed, Non-slip Fabric Aisle Runners. 

The Original Runner Company creates the world’s first non-slip fabric aisle runners for weddings and special events.  All of their aisle runners are completely tear and puncture proof even for outdoor installations.  With the unique solid colors, elegant patterns, and limitless custom designs; they have the perfect aisle runner for every grand entrance.  Pricing starts at $145

Aisle runners were first used in the days when the roads were unpaved.  Guests would track in mud and dirt and it just didn't seem right that the bride should have to drag her gown through all of that so, the aisle runner was used to protect her gown.  We don't really have that problem anymore.  Aisle runners are completely optional, but when you can add something this regal to your grand entrance, you should definately go for it!  Here is a small sampling of what The Original Runner Company can create for you. 

Damask Fabric

Created for a wedding designed by David Tutera

Harbin, Nataki wedding

Created for Maria Souflis

Did I mention you can add crystals, feathers, or any unique item for a couture look.  They also offer matching accessories! 

Now, I know that you are probably wondering what you could possibly do with this when your wedding celebration is done...well, let me give you some suggestions (also through Original Runner Company).

• Create a family heirloom by adding additional monograms for years to come
• Craft a table runner to use for romantic anniversaries
• Drape the runner over a table at the reception for guest signatures, then frame it and hang it in your new home
• Fashion a personalized Christmas Tree skirt (love love love this idea!)
• Create a quilt

What would your personalized design be for your grand entrance?  What is your favorite idea for "after the event"?  Post your comment and let us know!

You can contact The Original Runner Company directly or, better yet, let your wedding designer know you're interested!  Tell them Shelly from Signature Events by Shelly sent you.

Create Away!!!

Theme Thursday - Summer Wedding Inspiration

It is still cold here in Wisconsin, but I know summer has to be getting here soon.  Pinks, Greens, Oranges, Yellows, and Browns.  Here are some colorful and sunny inspiration boards for your outdoor summer wedding.