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How to Create an Impactful BAR
  • January 7, 2015/
  • Posted By : embellishedevents/
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  • Under : weddings: beaufort SC , weddings: charleston SC , weddings: hilton head SC , weddings: savannah GA
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Photo by Hopkins Studios

Let’s be honest, the bar is the hottest spot of the night at any wedding. It gets more action than any fancy food bar and is the center of fun. For that reason, it’s especially important that you not overlook the decor and design of the most frequented area at your reception. Here are some tips to get your creative wheel turning:

  1. Perfect the Lighting:
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    Photo by Brandon Lata

     From as simple as putting a couple lamps on the bar top to as elaborate as having a custom light fixture made to hang overhead, think about the lighting at your bar. Lamps bring a sense of home to the bar and are an inexpensive way to provide an impactful piece of decor. Another idea is to have a custom piece of wood covered in boxwood with edison bulbs hanging beneath (I’m dying to try that one out myself!) You don’t want the lighting to be too bright and you don’t want it too dark. Provide just enough for your bartenders to be able to function, but not so much your guests have to squint.

  1. Make the back bar POP: Think about what your glassware will sit on behind the bar. Will it be a simple, overlooked banquet table with a plain white linen OR will it be a beautiful functional furniture piece such as a rustic bookshelf? My suggestion: take option 2. Visit your local event rental company and see what they have in stock. They can start around $150, but it’s money well spent. Give your guests something lovely to look at while they wait for their drinks!
  2. AVOID CLUTTER: Assuming you’ve taken option two in the bullet above and went with a beautiful, functional furniture piece as your bar back, my next tip is to request that your bartenders display all liquors and wines on those shelves rather than the bar top itself. Bar tops are limited with space as is and you don’t want to further clutter it with bottles that can potentially get knocked over as the night goes on.
  3. CREATE BAR TOP SYMMETRY: As mentioned above, you want to keep the bar top clean and clutter-free. You also want to keep symmetry. Be it two floral arrangements (or bridesmaid’s bouquets), clustered candles, lamps, etc., put the same decor piece on both ends of the bar to give height and uniformity. The only other thing you should have up there are your adorable custom cocktail napkins.
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    Photo by Hopkins Studios

    EMBELLISH THE FRONT: Don’t forget the front of the bar! If you’re using a banquet table and simple linen for your bar, consider swagging a beautiful garland on the front. It can be as simple as boxwood springs or your florist can create a more lush piece with fresh flowers. If your bar is wooden and has panels in the front (as pictured at the top of this post), the sky is the limit on what you can do! Some ideas include: having your graphic designer print a custom monogram, cover wooden panels in fabric of your choice, insert mirrors or have your florist create a live piece to hang.

 

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Embellished Events
Luxury Wedding Design and Planning :: Serving Hilton Head, Savannah and Beaufort
Phone: (843) 757-7762
Email: Hello@EmbellishedWeddings.com


Real Wedding: Natalie + Ryan
  • October 15, 2014/
  • Posted By : embellishedevents/
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  • Under : weddings: beaufort SC , weddings: charleston SC , weddings: hilton head SC , weddings: savannah GA

Before baby Leiti #2 makes her debut sometime in the next week, I figured I would go out with a bang here on the blog by showcasing one of my favorite weddings of the year: Natalie and Ryan. Taking place on the beautiful coast of Hilton Head Island at Sonesta Resort, Natalie was the bride every planner loves to work with. She was calm, trusted my direction wholeheartedly, has a great sense of fashion (her sister after all is a fashion designer in NYC) and didn’t want to skimp on a single detail.

Natalie had “branding her wedding” at the top of her priority list, which always makes me excited! Her best friend Allison created a unique monogram and pattern that graced every detail of the wedding. From the paper products to the custom printed fabric for the pillows, guests were constantly reminded of this personalized element that was unique to only their wedding.

Brandon Lata captured their day beautifully and I am thrilled to share it with you here! Feast your eyes on this perfect day filled with beautiful details for a couple that warms your heart and puts a smile on your face:

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Bridal Gown: Monique Lhuillier | Shoes: Manolo Blahnik | Design + Coordination: Embellished Events | Photography: Brandon Lata Photography | Floral: Harvey Designs | Lighting: JLK Events | Band: Michel Jons Band via East Coast Entertainment | Rentals: Amazing Event Rentals | Linens and Pillows: Party Tables | Ceremony Location: St. Francis by the Sea | Reception Venue: Sonesta Resort | Pies: Laurel Goodman via Carolina Cider Company

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Luxury Wedding Design and Planning :: Serving Hilton Head, Savannah and Beaufort
Phone: (843) 757-7762
Email: Hello@EmbellishedWeddings.com


Real Wedding: Dana and Matt
  • July 23, 2014/
  • Posted By : embellishedevents/
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  • Under : weddings: beaufort SC , weddings: charleston SC , weddings: hilton head SC , weddings: savannah GA

Dana and Matt were married at The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort and Spa in late March 2014. Their ceremony and cocktail hour took place on the beautiful Oceanfront Deck and the reception took place at the adjacent Oceanfront Pavilion. They had around 100 guests in attendance for their destination wedding and the celebration was one for the books.

Dana’s style evoked classic elegance with a touch of glam. She wanted her wedding to reflect her style: preppy and refined. The groom, Matt, served in the United States Military Academy and during his time traveled through Korea, Germany, Afghanistan and Arizona. Being that Matt is a military man, he and Dana knew they wanted to incorporate a Saber Arch into their wedding ceremony. The Saber Arch is where a bride and groom pass under an honorary arch made of sabers or swords just after being announced husband and wife. The gentlemen holding the swords are dressed in uniform.

I started working with Dana and Matt about a year prior to their March 2014 nuptials. The couple lived in California so most of the planning was done from across the country via phone chats, shared Pinterest boards, emails galore and our handy dandy online planning software. They made two trips into town: one to pick their venue and one to meet with all of their vendors in person. It was a whirlwind of fun, which sure made the months fly by!

The team of vendors were hand picked by Dana and Matt and all came highly recommended by myself. Photography by Anne captured their wedding day beautifully and I am thrilled to share a handful of some of the images from their spring soiree!

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Congratulations and Best Wishes Mr. and Mrs. Fletcher!

Planning + Design: Embellished Events

Venue: The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa

Photographer: Photography by Anne

Floral Design: A Floral Affair

Ceremony and Reception Music: JLK Events (DJ)

Cake: Lowcountry Flour Girls

Linens: Custom + BBJ Linen

Hair + Makeup: Heavenly Spa by Westin

 

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Embellished Events
Luxury Wedding Design and Planning :: Serving Hilton Head, Savannah and Beaufort
Phone: (843) 757-7762
Email: Hello@EmbellishedWeddings.com


6 Alternatives to Carrying a Bouquet
  • July 11, 2014/
  • Posted By : embellishedevents/
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  • Under : advice and inspiration , weddings: beaufort SC , weddings: charleston SC , weddings: hilton head SC , weddings: savannah GA

In ancient times, brides would carry bouquets comprised of garlic, herbs and spices thought to ward off evil spirits (and even the Plague!).  Luckily for today’s brides, these bouquets have evolved into full on floral mode!  However, some brides like to break today’s tradition completely and opt for a hands-free bouquet alternative.  Below are 6 unique head to toe options we have found to carrying your flowers down the aisle:

1.  Floral Crown – Popular with boho chic, vintage, and outdoorsy brides, the flower crown keeps the floral element going long after a bride has completed her walk down the aisle.  Like a traditional bouquet, most flower crowns can be customized to include specific flowers, colors, and sizes.

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Photo via Brides.com

2.  Floral Wrap – Drape yourself like the Greek and Romans did in ancient times with a garland of flora and foliage around your neck.  This ancient tradition was thought to symbolize new life, hope and fertility.

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Photo by Britt Chudleigh via Pinterest

3.  Wrist Corsage – Who says they are for the moms only?  A smaller version of a bouquet that you can wear all night long, free up your hands by electing a floral corsage to adorn your wrist.

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Photo by Mastin Studio

4.  Flower Belt – Like a flower crown, but for your waist!  Dress up your dress with a pretty arrangement of flowers instead of a sparkly or beaded sash.  This doubles not only as an accessory but also as a floral component.

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Photo via LakeComo-WeddingPlanner.com

5.  Ankle Corsage – If you’re opting for a short dress on your wedding day, try a new spin on the traditional wrist corsage and wear it on your ankle!

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Photo via PolkaDotBride

 6.  Shoulder Strap – Have a strapless gown?  Talk with your florist and seamstress about creating a one-of-a-kind floral strap for your dress!

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Photo via WeHeartIt.com

 

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Embellished Events
Luxury Wedding Design and Planning :: Serving Hilton Head, Savannah and Beaufort
Phone: (843) 757-7762
Email: Hello@EmbellishedWeddings.com

 

 


The Beauty of Live Wedding Painters
  • June 19, 2014/
  • Posted By : embellishedevents/
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  • Under : advice and inspiration , praise and press , weddings: beaufort SC , weddings: charleston SC , weddings: hilton head SC , weddings: savannah GA

Photography and videography are the go-to ways to capture all of the special moments from your wedding day. In addition, social media has taken on an increasingly important role in capturing the experience…guests taking “selfies” at the reception, the photo of the bride as she passes your seat walking down the aisle, that tender moment between the newlyweds when they thought no one was around. But most of these “captured moments” sit in the digital world or in a photobook on your coffee table. Why not translate these memories artfully on your wall as a daily reminder of that special day?

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Low and behold, we introduce to you the art of painting the moment. A unique experience and emerging trend, artists are popping up at weddings to paint a bride and groom’s most treasured moment, whether it may be the first dance, the first kiss, or the first look. In the Lowcountry, we have a handful of local and incredibly talented artists who love to do just that.

Meet Teil Duncan

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Teil Duncan, a native of Columbus, Georgia who now resides in Charleston, South Carolina is inspired by social interaction (amongst other things!), according to her website teilduncan.com. On Instagram (@teilduncanart), we caught her doing just that. Teil was snapped painting a scene from a bride and groom’s first dance! Hair up, apron on, Teil means business as she is seen artfully capturing that intimate moment…one the couple is sure to hang on their wall with love, pride, and adoration for all to see in the years to come. Teil’s website not only offers information on commissioning one of these memorable paintings, but also proves she is an artful influence on others! Check it out!

Meet Ben Keys

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Ben Keys, with Wed On Canvas, also resides in Charleston, South Carolina but keeps his studio based in Wilmington, North Carolina. As quoted on his website, “A live event painting not only adds an entertaining and unique touch to your wedding day, but is also a gift to be treasured for generations.” We couldn’t agree more! Even though he is based in the Lowcountry, Ben’s website boasts a wonderful gallery showcasing a well traveled man, painting special moments, up and down the east coast! Here are a couple of our favorite pieces from Ben:

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Meet Laura Welch

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Laura Welch of Artistic I Weddings is yet another talented live wedding artist in the area. While she is based out of Charleston, SC, Laura loves to travel throughout the Lowcountry. She recently worked with us on a wedding in May and painted the scene from our bride and groom’s first dance. Laura is professional, friendly and easy to work with and we can speak from experience! Here are some of our favorites from Laura:

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If you’re still having trouble thinking of the perfect gift to surprise your bride or groom-to-be with on your wedding day, hiring a live wedding artist is the way to go. It’s clever and unexpected and is something you’ll both cherish for the rest of your lives.

If you are looking for that trend-setting, one-of-a-kind, unique, engaging, memorable, and artful moment, consider commissioning a live wedding painter for your big day!

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Jen

Embellished Events
Luxury Wedding Design and Planning :: Serving Hilton Head, Savannah and Beaufort
Phone: (843) 757-7762
Email: Hello@EmbellishedWeddings.com


5 Tips for Wedding Dress Shopping With The Bride
  • May 21, 2014/
  • Posted By : embellishedevents/
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  • Under : advice and inspiration , praise and press , weddings: beaufort SC , weddings: charleston SC , weddings: hilton head SC , weddings: savannah GA
5 Tips for Wedding Dress Shopping with the Bride

Let’s go, ladies! Tamra of The Real Housewives of Orange County, led the group as she went wedding dress shopping with her mother and maids of honor

For most brides, wedding dress shopping is one of the most important and most emotional decisions a bride can make. For this reason, a bride typically selects those closest to her to accompany her while shopping. However, Brides.com warns, “you don’t want too many cooks in the kitchen—the more opinions in the room, the more opinions you’ll get.” Here are 5 tips to keep in mind as an invitee of the bride-to-be while she finds the dress of her dreams.

  1. Choose something that fits her personality, not yours – Guests that are invited to go dress shopping are just as excited as the bride-to-be.  But you must keep in mind her style, her personality, and her vision.  If the bride-to-be is a southern belle and you are an edgy city gal, consider selecting something for her that has lace versus a more structured, modern style.  Remember, it is her dress, not yours!
  2. She’s looking to you for support – She chose you for a reason.  She values your support and opinion, but be careful not to be too opinionated.  Your facial expressions and choice of words can either be her deciding factor or a dream crusher.  Support her in the dresses she likes, even if you don’t particularly care for the style.
  3. Bring along something old, borrowed, or blue– According to the 2012 American Wedding Study, 86% of brides wear something old, new, borrowed, and blue.  As most brides think of their wedding dress as their “new”, consider bringing along something old, borrowed or blue to the dress appointment as a surprise.  Not only will it help the bride envision the entire package, the sentimental value alone is priceless.
  4. If the dress is slightly over her budget, consider chipping in – Most brides go shopping with a specific budget in mind.  However, a dress might strike her fancy that is above her budget.  If you’re a bridesmaid, friend, or family member along for the appointment, discuss with the others about chipping in toward her wedding dress instead of buying a wedding gift.  Most brides won’t expect this, and it would make for a wonderful, emotional gesture.
  5. If she has tears in her eyes, she’s in love – Wedding dress shopping is always emotional.  But when the real tears come streaming down the bride-to-be’s face, you know that she has found “the dress” and that she has never felt more of a bride than in that instant.  So, when you see those tears of joy, be sure to embrace her in that special moment.

Real Housewives of Orange County

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xoxo
Jen

Embellished Events
Luxury Wedding Design and Planning :: Serving Hilton Head, Savannah and Beaufort
Phone: (843) 757-7762
Email: Hello@EmbellishedWeddings.com


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