Great things come in small packages!

 

Some of the best gifts come in tiny packages and boxes.  Decadent chocolates, herbal teas, engagement
rings…

Kids don’t exactly come in packages, but they are indeed small (at least for awhile!) and for those of us who are fortunate enough to have
them in our lives, they are certainly gifts. If you have children attending your wedding, creating a gift just forthem is a super cool way to make them feel special AND to provide a little distraction. We said they were special, but that doesn’t mean always quiet!

Our fave eco-kid expert Stephanie Frazier Grimm of Couture Parties returns in this issue with creative and simple DIY projects for yourlittle guests that will hold their attention while you say “I do” and during the reception while Mommy and Daddy get in a few spins on the dance floor!

Grab your box of craft supplies (or run to your local arts store) and let’s get creative!

 

 

 

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Green Is…all about a little Personality

This issue’s Green Is section features things that put an eco-twist on traditional products and gifts.  All of the featured items allow you to express your personal style- be it quirky, nature-lovin’ or artistic-while keeping it green. 

A wedding celebration should ALWAYS be a reflection of the personal style of the bride and groom. So, if the two of you are puzzle fanatics, these Puzzle People cake toppers by Etsy designer The Perfect Fit would be well…the perfect fit!  

As you are searching for the ideal gift for the bridesmaid who has patiently listed to your wedding planning woes for the past few months or the groomsman who you can count on to keep the bachelor party in check, gifts from Caseable, Mauri Pippo, and Chipkos are the perfect way to express your gratitude!

 

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Lavender Boutique Style

Today we have a special photoshoot submitted to us by FishHawk Weddings.  What makes this design so unique is that the flowers were reused from a bridal show that they had the day before the shoot!

They created this beautiful ceremony and reception landscape at Tampa Bay Watch.  Tampa Bay Watch is all about protecting and restoring the marine and wetland environments of Tampa Bay.

Just Gorgeous!!!  Tell us how you have found ways to reuse decor!  Bravo to these vendors for using their noggin as bridal shows really do produce a lot of wedding decor which just goes to waste!

Photography:  Roohi Photography

Event Designer/Planner:  Chic Designs & Fabulous Events

Wedding Dress and Accessories: The White Closet Bridal Company 

Hair and Makeup: Michele Renee Hair & Makeup Artist Group

Chiavari Chairs: PKS Rental

Cake: A Piece of Cake

Menu Cards, Place Cards and table number: Tampa Calligraphy 

Model: Debbie Swann

 

 

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Katie + Jade’s Eco-Gorgeous Marin County Wedding

We always love it when shoes are as cute as they can be on the bride or the groom!  Starting off this week’s wedding – we could not resist focusing on these lovely Ferragamo shoes that Katie will treasure and wear for years to come!

These beautiful florals, as designed by La Fleuriste, were just eco-gorgeous!!! The groom’s lapel (with teeny echeveria) was so dapper paired with Katie’s bridal bouquet comprised of artichokes, cymbidium orchids, echeveria and sprigs of Jade!

The bride and the groom were intent on having an eco-friendly event and had the ceremony and reception at the bride’s parents home in Marin County, CA.  The chuppah was made from wood from Jade’s land in Grass Valley and built by a friend.  The centerpieces prepared with echeveria were planted with colorful pebbles from a local beach.

Love the use of echeveria here as well with the cute cake topper!

An absolutely stylish and green event from head to toe!
Congrats to Katie + Jade!

Photography by Wendy K Yalom Photography 

Catering by Work of Art

Equipment Rental by Classic Party Rentals SF

Make-up by Kat Steinmetz

DJ by Eric Sharp

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BHLDN In Houston!

If you don’t live in Houston, now is the time to book your ticket!

While we hate for people to waste good air miles on frivelous things – we also believe in hand-crafted artisans with high style and that is what the BHLDN brand is all about.  Having just opened their new flagship store in Houston – we got a hold of some of these beautiful images to entice you!

Above is their gorgeous veil display!

The yummy view of dresses as you enter!

Keeping in line with that fresh and fun style, BHDLN continues with fun social dresses for you, your bridesmaids and guests to wear from your engagement party to your honeymoon!

This photo speaks for itself – having an experience at BHLDN we think would be sooo much more fun than making that trip to New York!  For the URBN Anthro-bride – this BHLDN store is a pure paradise not to be missed!  Houston gals – let us know your experiences!

 

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Chevy Cruze Giveaway Winners

We are thrilled to show a photo of our winners from the Chevy Cruze Honeymoon Giveaway!  We love the Cruze because of it’s high MPG and now even better with the Eco Cruze!  Angela and Joe took a road trip to the Outer Banks and Washington, DC in the Cruze for their honeymoon after winning the contest!  They got married on June 18th!

Congrats to Angela & Joe!

Have a green honeymoon story?  Let us know!

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