Popular Wedding Trends in 2013

                   

 

 

 

Rustic, natural style weddings are very trendy for 2013! Whether your wedding is country themed, or outdoorsy themed you should have no problem finding accesories for your big day.  This website offers lots of great ideas for how to personalize your wedding theme.  And if these themes aren't what you're looking for, but you're still hoping for a trendy wedding, this website has a list of some other popular trends for weddings in 2013! http://3d-memoirs.com/category/weddings-2/10-hot-wedding-trends-for-2013/#axzz2J1sFkB9e

 

                            

            

Colorado Country Themed Weddings

Country and Vintage themes for weddings are huge in 2013.

Disco Themed Events

Disco and other themed events have been making a huge comeback.  What theme do you have in mind?

American Wedding Style in 2013

Elegant                     Romantic                             Vintage

So many times brides will call me and say that they want soft, romantic and vintage style, or they say I want modern lines.  These types of descriptions are so vague because they mean different things to different people.  How do we get around the vague description.  Bring your inspiration pictures to your appointment with the planner and other vendors such as florist, dress.

Soft pink, white and candlelight formal wedding

Elegant
Brides usually desire to have sophisticated I do's - so there is nothing new there.  Its not everyday you get to throw a glamorous gala for 100+ guests. For those who fantasize about having a formal fanfare... this years is going back to black and white with crystals and pops of diamond bling with lots of candle light.

The new formal allows for more personalization i.e. chic and not stuffy.

bright pops of color

Romantic
No surprise here, what bride doesn't think of her day as romantic, after-all, shot gun weddings are a thing of the past. The day should be a reflection of the couple and their love for each other. Its usually intimate, The rose is the flower of love, however, depending upon the time of year can be expensive ... talk to your planner and florist about other options to save you money.


Vintage
Has made a huge comeback for 2013, mason jars, apothecary bottles are here to stay.  However, burlap and lace is huge too.  Additional good 'ol day items, bird cages, bird cage veils with feather facinators, 1940's hair styles, photo booths with flapper headbands, displaying black and white photos in antique frames of loved ones in the cocktail area.

Vintage Victorican hat with veil

Burlap and lace - chair bows

Burlap and ruffle tablecloths.  Use as accents considering they are over $100 each.

Real Colorado Country Theme Weddings

Real Colorado Country Weddings

Out side weddings should have a short train as pictured

Make sure to take formal pics before the ceremony so you can join in the wedding day fun with your guests

Don't forget to get pic's of you alone. After all you're the star of the day, with your groom - of course.

Add some fun pictures too. You'll remember them fondly for years.

Specialty drinks are a fun addition

Add fun elements too

Baby's breath is making a huge comeback when done elegantly as pictured.

Colorful country flowers adds to the theme

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How to save on the bar

Saving on the bar, doesn't have to be as tricky as some brides and clients make it.

1.   Creating a specialty drink can stretch pricey liquors.  The same bottle of Vodka can make 50 martini's, but only 25 Vodka tonics, which though taste good, are not as festive or fun. Make sure to create a virgin look a like for your younger guests and non-drinkers so they can participate too.  Distinguish with the garnish.  Specialty drinks are the best, why, the bar tenders can make a big batch and just pour them into the individual glasses when they are needed.

2.  Trim the cost of a full bar by skimping, using a less expensive maker of (or even foregoing) on the least requested spirits such as scotch,  bourbon, rum or tequila. If you have lots of older guests, skipping the scotch or bourbon is not a good idea.

3.   Instead of a champagne toast, have guests toast using whatever they are drinking.

4.  Ditch hard liquor altogether and just have beer and wine.  Select regional wines and some local ales.

5.  You can get away with using cheaper wines by serving sangria.  The trick??? For red wine: use apples, plums, grapes and citrus fruits with brandy, and triple sec.  For white wines: green grapes, kiwi, green melon, pears, and triple sec.

6.  Shrink your rental bill by using all purpose glass ware such as stemless wine glasses for all beverages.

7.  Tell staff to ask before re-filling glasses or clearing 1/2 consumed beverages.

8.  Consider the handiest communal method: the punch bowl.  Its retro and cheap, but can get your guests into a lot of trouble.   

 The choco/coconut Mounds Specialty  Drink

individual drink:  equal parts of the following into a martini shaker.  Shake and pour over blue sugar rimmed glass.

coconut vodka
white chocolate liqueur
Blue Curacao liqueur

each glass can have up to 3 dry ice pellets.  Add the dry ice into a dry ice stir stick called a Mysti-stick.   Yes it's safe in small quantities.  Do Not Touch the ice using your fingers.   Dry ice pellets melt fast.  Get 3-4 times the amount you think you need. i.e. 50 people, get 35 pounds, in the winter and 50 pounds in the summer. Additionally, you'll have to store in a freezer.

Dessert Bar trends in 2013