Color Combination: Fuchsia & French Blue

Posted by Caron Cooper on March 18, 2010

This vibrant color combination—fuchsia & French blue—came to me from one of my best friends. She was married in September at her family’s cottage off Lake Maxinkuckee in Culver, Ind. The pink and blue hues accentuated the clear blue sky and lake, which was the perfect backdrop for her reception on the lawn.

Photo credit: Claire Corbin Photography

Photo credit: Claire Corbin Photography

The fuchsia and blue ties paired with navy suits, along with the J.Crew bridesmaid dresses, added a preppy twist. After the wedding, the bride said her colors weren’t quite what she had initially envisioned. It was beautiful nonetheless! As is the wedding below by table 6 productions.

Photo credit: Table 6 Productions

Photo credit: Table 6 Productions

I love the Save the Dates (by cards & pockets) and the shoes (photographed by Sarah K. Chen) in the inspiration board below!

Photo credit: www.CaronCooper.com

Photo credit: www.CaronCooper.com

This next board features some variations on the blue.

Photo credit: www.CaronCooper.com

Photo credit: www.CaronCooper.com

Or go darker…pair fuchsia with navy.

Photo credit: Amorology Weddings

Photo credit: Amorology Weddings

Photo credit: theknot.com

Photo credit: theknot.com

Not crazy about the brightness of fuchsia? Try pairing your favorite blue with mauve or cranberry.

Photo credit: Lucky n Love Wedding Blog

Photo credit: Lucky n Love Wedding Blog

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Filed under: Our Brides & Grooms, Themes and Colors
March 18, 2010 by Caron Cooper
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Happy Soles

Posted by Michelle Cangemi, WeddingWindow.com on March 17, 2010

Happy feet are a  must on your wedding day!  If you’re like me and absolutely cannot spend a day in heels, I hope this post will ease your pain … literally.

Photo Credit: DaveandCharlotte.com

Photo Credit: DaveandCharlotte.com

There are many gals out there who can easily walk in six inch heels … or at least make it look easy.  All I can say is ‘Rock on Ladies!’  I would LOVE to be able to strut my stuff in gorgeous heels!  Doing so, however, is more than a slight challenge for me.  There’s a good chance I will go down at some point and a very good chance that I will take others with me as I go … Embarrassing, I know!

If this sounds like you, fear not!  Many brides today are wearing wedding flats!  Flat wedding shoes are a cute and comfortable solution for those who are in pain even at the thought of spending their wedding day in heels.  Luckily, there are LOTS of choices for flat wedding shoes out there!

Photo Credit: SamanthaWarrenWeddings.net

Photo Credit: SamanthaWarrenWeddings.net

You can choose flats to match your wedding gown …

Photo Credit: PolkaDotBride.com

Photo Credit: PolkaDotBride.com

Photo Credit: StyleMePretty.com

Photo Credit: StyleMePretty.com

Or use your shoes as yet another way to incorporate your wedding colors!

Photo Credit: LusterStudios.com

Photo Credit: LusterStudios.com

Photo Credit: Photogen-Inc

Photo Credit: Photogen-Inc

Photo Credit: Studio Nouveau

Photo Credit: Studio Nouveau

Photo Credit: StyleMePretty.com

Photo Credit: Catana Photography

Photo Credit: Aerosoles

Photo Credit: Aerosoles

Having a Spring or Summer wedding?  Flat sandals are another comfortable option.

Photo Credit: BridalCheek.Wordpress.com

Photo Credit: BridalCheek.Wordpress.com

Whatever shoes you choose – flats or heels – make sure they fit your comfort level and you can easily walk in them.  As the bride, you will be on your feet for the majority of the day.  You want to be sure that your feet are as happy as you are on your wedding day!

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Filed under: Our Team, Wedding Fashion
March 17, 2010 by Michelle Cangemi, WeddingWindow.com
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Handmade Love with Felt

Posted by Tracie Fong on March 17, 2010
Photo Credit: Kellen from EnchantedMama.typepad.com

Photo Credit: Kellen from EnchantedMama.typepad.com

One thing that I love about handmade gifts is that they are very personal and very sweet. A handmade gift always has a story to tell and to be remembered.  When giving gifts to the wedding party, think about giving handmade gifts instead of purchased goods from a retail store. A handmade gift shows more love and creates an everlasting memory that your wedding party will get when receiving the gift.

There are many great gifts that can be hand crafted: notebooks, purses, business card holders, scarves etc. Handmade gifts can also be made from a variety of materials, including paper, metal, wood, and cloth. One of my favorite materials to work with is wool felt. Wool felt comes in all different varieties, is eco friendly and it is low in price.

Photo Credit: Kellen from EnchantedMama.typepad.com

Photo Credit: Kellen from EnchantedMama.typepad.com

One super sweet and easy-to-make gift to give your wedding party is a felt covered notebook. To do this, just buy any plain notebook and measure the dimensions of the cover in order to cut the wool felt fabric to size.  When cutting the fabric make sure that you measure out extra fabric for the ‘sleeves’ of the book cover. After cutting the felt fabric, fold it in half and measure the size of the (closed) notebook on the fabric and fold. Afterward, sew the extra ‘sleeve’ fabric to the main jacket part of the book cover to create a ‘pocket.’ Do this to both ends of the fabric to create a front and back cover.  (Be sure to leave extra space if your book has a spine). Add decorative designs and patterns to the notebook cover to add interest. Things like flower designs, monograms and embroidery patches are great to customize the notebook cover for each wedding party member. Lastly, insert a notebook into the handmade notebook cover and write lovely thoughts, opinions and memories in each wedding party member’s book.

Happy Planning :)

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Filed under: DIY Projects, Our Brides & Grooms, Wedding Favors and Gifts
March 17, 2010 by Tracie Fong
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Boudoir Photography – Show Him Your Provocative Side

Posted by Jacqueline L'Ecuyer, Bridal Lingerie Expert on March 16, 2010

As you get closer to your wedding, and you have figured out all of the details for your venue, your guests and most importantly your wedding attire, now it’s time to think about getting your groom something special. Every bride wants to give him something unforgettable, something that will calm his nerves and reassure him that he is making the best decision of his life.  And what better way to do that than with a sexy little photoshoot?

Photo from Provocateur By Carmen Boudoir Photography

Photo Credit: Provocateur By Carmen Boudoir Photography

Cosabella recently had the pleasure of working with Provocateur by Carmen. The above picture is of a real San Francisco bride. For this shoot, Carmen included the crystals from her wedding centerpieces to tie in the wedding day with this gift for the groom. Carmen offers tasteful and most importantly, extremely flattering Boudoir Photography nationwide.

Carmen has a true passion for her work and has unmistakable talent for helping ordinary women get in touch with their sexy side.  Although it may be hard to believe … all of the women on Carmen’s site are regular women.  She never uses professional models and, as you can see on her site, they are all simply gorgeous.

What better gift for your future hubby can you think of than a little black book filled with sexy, tasteful and seductive pictures of you?  Leave it in the grooms suite so he can browse through it before the ceremony and remember how much he loves sexy you.

Speaking from experience, Carmen is extremely professional and makes you feel very comfortable.  She guides you through the entire shoot, step-by-step so the experience is effortless and exhilarating.

So rest assured that Carmen has taken the guess work out of what you should get your hubby for your wedding … and as a added bonus, you leave with new found confidence … something every powerful women can use!

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Filed under: Beauty, Guest Experts
March 16, 2010 by Jacqueline L'Ecuyer, Bridal Lingerie Expert
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Wooden Wedding Invitations

Posted by Tracie Fong on March 16, 2010

One of the best ideas that I’ve seen for wedding invitations, by far, is to have custom wedding invitations printed on WOOD! This is such a unique idea for wedding invitations that everyone will absolutely love and will surely be remembered! These are wonderful invitations that would be ideal for an eco-friendly or bohemian themed wedding. This wooden twist on wedding invitations is modern, fresh and would definitely surprise your guests.

Photo credit: www.oslopress.com

Photo credit: Oslopress.com

Photo Credit: OlsoPress.com

Photo Credit: OlsoPress.com

Photo Credit: OsloPress.com

Photo Credit: OsloPress.com

Great Resources:
There are two great websites I have found that print beautiful wooden wedding invitations. The first is from a lovely company called Oslo Press. On their website, couples can purchase laser engraved (wood veneer) wedding invitations! How cool is that? These invitations are the kind of keepsake invitations that all wedding guests would appreciate. They would be worth every pretty penny. The other company that provides this unique service of wooden wedding invitations is Night Owl Paper Goods. On this equally lovely website, couples can purchase printed birch wood wedding invitations.

Photo credit: www.nightowlpapergoods.com

Photo credit: NightOwlPaperGoods.com

Photo Credit: NightOwlPaperGoods.com

Photo Credit: NightOwlPaperGoods.com

Photo Credit: NightOwlPaperGoods.com

Photo Credit: NightOwlPaperGoods.com

Both companies provide couples with the choice of pre-designed or custom designed invitations. No matter which website couples choose, their wedding invitations will be a lovely keepsake that their guests can cherish through the years.

Happy Planning!

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Filed under: Our Brides & Grooms, Wedding Invitations
March 16, 2010 by Tracie Fong
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