Color Palette Inspiration: Hot Pink + Yellow

Posted on May 17, 2012 by Kate

Looking for a way to update your pink wedding? Go bold and bright with hot pink mixed with other bright colors, such as yellow or orange. It fits perfectly into the season’s neon trend and adds big wow factor to you decor!

Art: Sigmar Polke, Untitled (Lens Painting), 2008 via Perfection of Perplexion
Cocktail: Spiked Blueberry Lemonade via Veggie Belly
Cake: By Sweet & Saucy via Green Wedding Shoes
Invitation: New Horizon Suite by Bella Figura Letterpress

Real Wedding: Moira + Brent in Chicago

Posted on April 6, 2012 by Kate

There are so many amazing details in this modern wedding! Captured by Theresa Scarbrough Photography, Moira and Brent were married last September at Loyola University in Chicago, Illinois. The couple carried a subtle, yet cohesive, map theme throughout their design to symbolize their love of travel and Moira’s career as an urban planner. A cheery color palette of neutrals with bright pops of yellow brightens the decor and floral design. I love that Moira and Brent had a cake cutting with a delicious cupcake! I also adore Moira’s modern gown and stunning cage veil. A few words from the bride:

“When we started planning I knew I wanted a common theme to run through it to help tie things together, but nothing too overt or over-the-top. When I visited our venue for the first time I fell in love with the huge map on the wall featuring the Jesuit explorers of the Midwest. Not only am I the product of many years of Jesuit education, but I am an urban planner and make maps as part of my job, plus my husband and I have both traveled quite a bit so a map theme seemed like the perfect solution. We just included a few small elements in the theme, but we thought they were fun: we purchased custom map cufflinks for the groom and groomsmen, had individual map stickers on the escort cards, and had a world map on the table numbers. Additionally, we purchased vintage postcards from around the world and asked guests to write us notes on them in lieu of a guest book. We tried to keep everything else relatively clean and simple, as the Art Deco chapel and reception room, in addition to the gorgeous lakeside location, were decoration enough, and our vendors, especially our florist, complemented the venue well.”

Photographer: Theresa Scarbrough Photography
Ceremony Venue: Madonna della Strada Chapel, Loyola University Chicago
Reception Venue: Donovan Reading Room, Cudahy Library, Loyola University Chicago
Catering: Aramark – Loyola University Chicago
Bridal Gown Designer: J. Crew
Bridal Shoes: Klub Nico (via BHLDN)
Jewelry Designer: Necklace- bride’s late mother’s, made from her engagement diamond
Bridesmaid Dress Designer: J. Crew
Groomsmen Attire: Groomsmen and fathers wore their own navy suits
Groom’s Attire: Bar III via Macy’s
Cupcake Designer: Lisa Thompson of Blue Sky Bakery
Floral Designer: – Lynn Fossbender of Pollen Floral Design
Makeup Artist: Shameka Mendez
DJ: (iPod)
Hair Stylist: Maggie Mol
Cupcake Topper: SpiritMama on Etsy
Custom Cufflinks: tomato made on Etsy

All images by Theresa Scarbrough Photography
Submitted via Two Bright Lights

Real Wedding: Elyse + Adam in Boston

Posted on April 4, 2012 by Kate

I always have a soft spot for Boston weddings. Photographed by DMPJ by Glen Cooper, Elyse and Adam were married last September at the Royal Sonesta Hotel in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The couple mixed the clean, modern lines of the venue with softer, vintage details to create their perfect setting. A few words from the bride:

“We wanted our day to feel like ‘us’, contemporary and fun with lots of romantic touches. Since it was love at first sight for Adam and I when we met at JFK airport on our way to Israel for a trip sponsored by the Birthright Foundation, we wanted to create an atmosphere that celebrated our unique love story while honoring the family and friends we love so much. We had a gorgeous backdrop to work with – the Royal Sonesta Hotel, situated on the Charles River in Cambridge, Massachusetts. It had everything we were looking for – a unique collection of modern art throughout an open and bright space, with spectacular views of Charles River sunsets and the lights of the Boston skyline. Our inspiration for the day was to combine the clean lines and modern decor of our venue with vintage touches reminiscent of our favorite Parisian-styled cafe in Philadelphia, a place where we have spent many lazy Sunday afternoons admiring the gilt antiques, delicate mirrors and beaded chandeliers. Vintage grey mercury glass votives, vases, sconces and candle holders of different shapes and sizes were scattered throughout the space. Centerpieces of yellow and white hydrangea and roses were balanced with icy grey dusty miller. One of the most special features of the day was a collection of antique picture frames featuring multiple generations of family wedding photos. The vintage mirrors and candles placed on the table with the photos played tribute to the history that the pictures represent. Adam and I created a monogram (e+a) that we used on most of our paper products – menu cards, wedding programs and welcome bag letters – to make them our own. All in all our day was perfect. The sun sparkled for our photos on the Charles River and it set against the backdrop of a clear sky and full moon as we said our vows. People who attended the wedding have told us that the whole day felt like a fairy tale – we couldn’t agree more!”