Tangerine Dreams
Tangerine! What’s not to love about this color—especially since it was named one of the hottest for weddings this year? Particularly for summer weddings, tangerine is a bold and bright option for your palette. We love that it pairs well with so many other vibrant colors, like aqua, pink, lime and white. For a more muted balance, tangerine is equally gorgeous with grey, navy blue and gold tones.
If tangerine is your color, “orange you glad” you chose it? If you are still on the fence, hopefully we can give you a little inspiration!
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Cupcakes
Cake
Clementine Escort Cards
Candy
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Vintage Engagement Rings from Brilliant Earth
Up for a little ring shopping? Well, be sure to check out Brilliant Earth’s new collection of vintage engagement rings! Vintage jewelry is all the rage, and many brides as seeking rings that are timeless and classic, yet unique. This truly antique collection features some beautiful baubles that have been curated and restored by the Brilliant Earth team. Some of the pieces in the collection date back to 1900—and they are as beautiful now as they were then. There are a number of styles to suit your taste, and the rings are crafted with diamonds and vibrant gems, so you can choose your bling!
A Brilliant Earth ring is an Eco-Beautiful investment—not only are the rings upcycled, but 5% of your purchase will go back to African communities that have been negatively impacted by the jewelry trade. We love it!
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Eco-Style: Bridal Sashes from Chloe and Paige
We were doing a little Etsy crusin’ this weekend, and came across a fun new seller, Chloe and Paige! Based in California, they specialize in “vintage for the modern bride”. Say no more…we love it! The Chloe and Paige collection features bridal sashes, hair pieces and jewelry and many of the pieces are one of a kind. The attention to detail with these hand-crafted items is obvious-we were swooning over the jewels, lace and feathers! These are heirloom-quality accessories for your day—you can wear them beautifully, and pass them on as something borrowed or old to a dear friend or your future Eco-Beautiful bride!
More of Chloe and Paige here…
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Pretty Paper Decor
We love pretty paper! As an alternative to traditional flowers, paper décor is a creative and fun way to embellish your ceremony and reception! Keep an eye out for paper décor made from recycled materials, and let your imagination run wild. From pinwheels to parasols, paper wedding décor comes in so many pretty colors and designs that you can have a ball with it. And if you are a crafty bride, paper décor makes for cool DIY projects!
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Large Paper Flowers
Printed Lanterns
Colorful Paper Sweetheart Table
Pinwheel Cake
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Real Wedding: Magdalena + Toby
This week’s real wedding is Eco-Beautiful…Aussie style! Childhood sweethearts Maggie and Toby were married in Australia, and their wedding was full of sweet details that were meaningful to their love story, honored their families and were eco-friendly too.
The ceremony was held at in a chapel in Bowral, on the campus of the college where Maggie and Toby met.We love the vintage look and feel of this wedding—the bride’s shoes and the groom’s suit both have a vintage vibe.
This wedding was truly a family affair! The bride’s parents made all of the wedding flowers and décor, and the couple’s transportation for the day (including a helicopter!) was provided by the groom’s brother-in-law.
An Eco-Beautiful Australian affair indeed! Thank you Maggie, Toby and Cam Neville Photography for sharing with us!
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Eco-Beauty: Bayberry Naturals
Always on a quest to help you stay eco in every way, we recently came across a line of plant-based skin products that you should check out! Bayberry Naturals is a 100% all-natural line, focused on hydrating and soothing skin.
They’ve also managed to ensure their products leave you smelly yummy too…Tangerine Lavender…Citrus Mint…Lavender Shea Sugar…yes!
Bayberry Naturals offers a product for every aspect of your day—skin and hair care essentials for the bride, shower gels for the groom and even delish soaps for your guests! We love the idea of personalizing the restrooms at your venue with a scented Bayberry Naturals hand soap (hmm, maybe the Aloe and Shea scent?) along with some eco-friendly hand towels. A thoughtful addition to your day!
Take a peek at the Bayberry Naturals collection here…
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Think Pink!
Oh what a lovely color that pink is! Fuchsia…baby pink…blush…bashful…so many shades to choose from! If you are considering a pink palette for your Eco-Beautiful wedding day, the sky’s the limit when it comes to dresses, cakes and decor. For a complimentary color in your palette, pair pink with navy or grey to ensure it pops, or go bold and add in bright yellow! Pink ties and pocket squares are great for summer grooms, so go all out and think pink!
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Ombre Aisle
Bouquet
Shoe
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Summer/Fall 2012 Issue
