One of the reasons I chose my wedding colors (kelly green and white) was because I liked the way bright colors show up in photos...I really want my photos to pop with color. The other day I saw the below wedding of Amy and Matt on the blog of Jennifer Dery, and I love how vivid all the colors are. I thought the bride did a good job of meshing the bright greens, oranges, and pinks with a neutral like navy so that it was bright but not garish. ^I adore these flower girl dresses...Love the... Read Full Story

Ok, I am not the biggest fan of Top 10 or 20 Lists. I might scan them for a sec but overall they don't do too much for me. But having said that the folks over at Customized Girl have put together a really useful TOP 50 list of ideas and tips for the Bachelorette Party. Now it may be that the Bachelorette Party does not get nearly enough play and its always one of those things that leaves people scrambling for ideas on what to do. Ta-Da! Check our their list. And once you've read the... Read Full Story

I have a "thing" for Europe. A BIG thing, I Love it, LOVE it, LOOOOOVVVVE IT! So when my new friend Rosie from Forever After Images in the "UK" dropped me a note with images from a recent wedding she shot in Venice, I was over the moon. First I love the fact that she reads my blog Second...well just look at the shots... Read Full Story

I "think" it's officially safe to say that Spring is here. Despite 40 degree weather this past weekend and the fact that I have told al of my brides to get a shawl, I do feel as though the worst is behind us and warmer temps are in store. So having said that I began thinking that capri's, skirts and my cute, cute walking shorts will very soon be making their debut. So as a ritual I made my way to see if there was anything new on the razor front. Perhaps it's TMI but though i wax the... Read Full Story

The Washingtonian is looking for engaged and recently-married couples. All your hard work and attention to detail might even get a spot in the magazine or online. Here's the lowdown from The Bridal Party : Seeking: Engaged or Just-Married Couples By Marissa Conrad Been to any great weddings lately? Or maybe youre planning one yourself. Either way, The Washingtonian would love nothing more than to hear all the details of the big day. E-mail us at mconrad@washingtonian.com or jneal... Read Full Story

The next mark on my "to do list" has been Attendants gifts. I know that we are still 4 months out, but I really want to get them something special, so I want to focus on this now. So Far I have two Definites of what I want to include in there gifts: - A pair of earrings to wear on the day - Home made stationary ( gocco) Than its between mani/pedi for everyone or a nicer bag that I put everything in and another possible gift--but I'm not worrying about that now-- What I have found is the... Read Full Story

This is a pretty cute idea for escort cards. It would be perfect for an outdoor spring/summer wedding. Photo credited to Evoke Photography from the wedding of Erin & Brian Read Full Story

Now on the complete other side of the spectrum from Jenna Bush's casual soiree is this lavish wedding that Marie Labbancz had on her blog today. Even though my personal tastes learn towards the modern and subdued, it's a bit of voyeuristic fun for me to see really romantic style weddings like the one below. Hey, if you're going to go lush then you need to go all out! ^The Brides dress was a Pnina Tornai gown from Kleinfeld Bridals . I can honestly say I don't think I've ever seen a white... Read Full Story

The White House has released a few photos from Jenna's wedding this weekend (they are from White House staff photographers, not her actual pro-pics). I must say I'm really impressed with how normal and low-key her wedding looked. She literally could have had anything that she wanted...price was no limit...and yet she chose a really elegant and casual affair. ^ I think her dress fit her like a dream. And no stiff, elaborate updo for her...just soft, natural, wavy hair. Not a handcrafted... Read Full Story

^ I saw this today over on Blah, Blah, Blahg (the blog of the designer who did my wedding labels) and immediately identified. I start out each day with so many goals I want to accomplish for work, home, and life in general, and instead of getting anything done I'm distracted by some shiny wedding thing. Read Full Story