September 19, 2018 by

Moroccan Bridal Shower Ideas

Moroccan Bridal Shower Theme – Gorgeous patterns, rich colors, and bold designs including plenty of twinkles and glitz embody the essence of a Moroccan themed party. There is an unparalleled romance and allure when you incorporate Moroccan influence into any event, which makes it especially perfect for a bridal shower theme. So, send out your purple and gold embossed invitations, encourage guests to show up in colorful themed attire, and get ready to put on a fabulous, unforgettable Moroccan bridal shower extravaganza!

Moroccan Bridal Shower Invites

Glittering backdrops for walls, and tapestries laden with Moroccan designs pair beautifully with crystal-filled bowls that serve as perfect centerpieces. Gold tassels, hanging metal lanterns in all sizes and shapes, tulle in every color, and exotic flowers make for incredible décor accents. Don’t forget plush pillows for guests to sit, and dim lighting that really sets a cool ambience. Having an outdoor bridal shower? Don’t forget the tasseled umbrellas to offer shade from the sunshine. Use all the bright colors for inspiration further for your guest party favors, too. Think orange bags filled with Moroccan treats, along with specially monogramed wine charms celebrating the bride-to-be and the date of the bridal shower event. Another really unique idea for favors are Moroccan slippers, which both serve the theme well, and also are something guests can take home and use forever!

Moroccan Bridal Shower Games

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September 14, 2018 by

Lemon Themed Bridal Shower Ideas

Some of the hottest trends in fashion, décor, and print today are lemon-themed, and for good reason. From bright pops of color to happy ambiance and beautiful scents, you can never have too much lemon love! Southern Belles and City Chicks alike are in love with this theme, making it versatile and perfect for a fun bridal shower soiree.

Options for décor are pretty much limitless, and of course you can start with actual lemons themselves! Not only do they offer perfect décor for theme, but you can use them in a beautiful bowl as a centerpiece for tables or in a decorative wreath, along with having a yummy scent included as well. Bright yellow streamers and balloons, along with inflatable lemon wedges offer a festive and entertaining aesthetic. Create a photo booth for the bride to be and her guests, with tons of hilarious lemon props. You can even ask guests to dress in something lemon-themed on the invitations so that they arrive bringing a little bit of lemon flair with them! Favors can be just as fun as décor, too, so opt for things like goody bags filled with gourmet lemon treats, or candles. And of course, you absolutely cannot forget the signature beverage for the event—delectable lemonade.

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Lemon Bridal Shower Games

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August 24, 2018 by

Lavender Bridal Shower Ideas – Mood Board

Lavender Bridal Shower Ideas: A bridal shower is a time to celebrate the magic of a bride’s upcoming wedding, and there’s nothing more romantic and whimsical than lovely lavender. This plant has become a staple in itself over time, with its beautiful blooms, patented purple colors, and heavenly scent. Not to mention, it adds an incredible flavor into cakes and cocktails, too! Creating a bridal shower theme centered around this sweet flower is the perfect way to ensure the party is unforgettable.

The simplest place to start is, well, the floral arrangements! Spritely buds of lavender make for beautiful table centerpieces, or even bouquets dried and hung along doorways offer a breathtaking look and a relaxing aroma. You can sprinkle lavender pieces across tables as decoration, and hang up twinkling lavender-hued lighting for an extra dose of magical ambiance. Purple balloons, lace overlays for tables, and big lavender bows for chairs are also extra special touches. Lavender seems to pair wonderfully with yellows and lemons, so compliment the theme with this aesthetic in the form of food and décor. Of course, you can’t forget fabulous favors that keep with the theme, as well. Opt for burlap-tied goody bags or baskets full of lavender gourmet treats like chocolates, lavender soda, miniature cakes, and drink mixes.

Invitation: www.twopeasandtheirpod.com | Cake: www.brides.com | Place Cards: www.loveandlavender.com | Table Setting: www.himisspuff.com | Lavender Macaroons: www.kitchenlane.com | Lavender Lemonade: www.eatyourselfskinny.com

 

Tassel Garland  | Mason Jars   |  Lavender Toss: www.galialahav.com

DIY Favors  | Lavender Table Setting: www.casadeperrin.com/cdp3x3/ | Dessert: www.loveandlavender.com/2017/02/guide-to-lavender-wedding-ideas/ | Lavender Lemon Cake: centsationalstyle.com/2010/06/lavender-lemon-cake/ | Lavender Decoration Table   | Lavender Lemonade Recipe
| Lavender Invitation

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August 3, 2018 by

Rose Gold And Eucalyptus Bridal Shower

J’aime Events did a lovely job of designing this gorgeous Rose Gold And Eucalyptus Bridal Shower.  Simple yet charming, each decoration for the event reflected the beauty and joy of the upcoming nuptials to perfection. The venue was absolutely stunning, with high ceilings and massive windows that displayed a pretty view for all of the guests to enjoy looking at.  

With such big windows the lighting in the room was superb, all of the decor was light and elegant, creating a sweet and inviting vibe throughout the venue. There was even cozy seating on fantastic white furniture for everyone, giving the group a comfortable option for visiting together. 

A snack table was set up to the side with the large window as a wonderful backdrop.  To enhance the look and incorporate the theme, a cute hoop with eucalyptus was hung in front of the window. This table was set up buffet style so the guests could easily serve themselves.  Delightful truffles were frosted in different ways to add color and variety.  There were also adorable little gift boxes for the guests to take home set to the side on this table. 

The cake was a beauty with dark and light frosting blended together on the exterior.  It had a gorgeus rose bloom on top and eucalyptus as well.  A tasty range of beverages was offered as well in elegant champagne glasses.

To emphasize the reason for this lovely gathering, a custom graphic was made and framed in white to match this elegant theme beautifully. It read, “Pop the Bubbly She is Getting a Hubby,” in lovely lettering.

A wonderful idea used for this party were little recipe cards that were added to the invitations encouraging guests to write out their favorite meals for the bride so she could start off her collection. 

Credits:

Planning/design - J’aime Events

Photographer – Lauren Marie

Cake – Sugar and Spice Custom Cakery

Desserts – The House of Brigaderios

Rentals – Dream Day Dressing Rooms

Invitations/signage – T. Aletta

Floris – The Cutting Garden

Lighting – Ignite Lighting and Entertainment

Coffee – Coffee Cart Mpls

Makeup/hair – Winter Artistry

Jewelry – Style by Cia

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June 22, 2018 by

60’s Inspired Ice Cream Social Bridal Shower

With an array of colors and fun, this 60’s Inspired Ice Cream Social Bridal Shower was a genuine beauty! Using the expertise of Lustre Theory to style and coordinate, this event looked lovely and professional. 

The venue was vibrantly light with natural sunlight throughout the space which made everything look upbeat. An array of pastel tones gave an elegant effect while the ice cream decor provided a fun element. Invitations were printed with adorable ice cream graphics in pastel green envelopes. Even the RSVP cards went with the theme have an ice cream cone shape! 

Treats were both super cute and delicious looking with pastel tones.  Macaroons were done in white, blue and pink, giving a colorful look to the desserts.  There were also yummy candies like sweet and sour gummy bears and orange rings to enjoy. Beverages matched the 60’s vibe with classic bottles of soda with blue and white striped straws to drink with. A favorite sweet offered was cupcakes that were actually placed in waffle cones!  These were frosted in different colors and topped with classic sundae ingredients like cherries, nuts, chocolates and more.  

Holding all the treats in a vintage style, a fantastic white vanity table made the perfect stage. A drawer was even utilized to hold sodas and silverware for the guests to grab.  Underneath this table a fantastic pink lantern decoration added a bold pop of color.  On the table itself an overflowing bouquet of gorgeous flowers gave an elegant touch.  The table was also covered in a sheer white fabric to add a bit of charm while allowing guests to easily see the beauty of the vanity table underneath it. 

Notes from the Stylist: 

SHOOT DESCRIPTION – What do you get when you combine a bridal shower, amazing colors, macaron ice cream sandwiches and one of my favorite vintage style eras? Pure magic of course with a cherry on top!

This shoot inspiration came from the 60’s Mod style. Elements from this movement were sprinkled into the party decor and fashion choices. The shoot location was in the downtown Norfolk Arts District or sometimes called the Neon District of Norfolk, Virginia.

The goal wasn’t to copy the well known Twiggy style, but to bring in hints of it so you could feel the influence when looking at the images.

Color played a big role in defining this classic look. Bright, bold color is splayed in geometric patterns and vintage influence. The style focuses on color blocking, hints of bright yellow, orange, pink, and pastels.

The subculture brought about a more playful approach to makeup and the use of color. Different elements of the 60’s hair and makeup trends were chosen for the models, voluminous hair, lots of eyeliner and large bright accessories.

TIPS TO TAKE AWAY –

  1. Have no fear! – Don’t be afraid to pull decor and style elements from famous time periods or favorite themes. But try and think about how you can adapt these ideas into your event designs and still keep it current and make it your own. Rather than just copying the original idea.
  2. Get creative with your food. – Fancy cupcakes were used inside the waffle cones for this shoot for both impact and longevity. If you want something on your dessert or food tables that will look beautiful but also last sometimes it’s helpful think outside the box. Choose something creative and tasty that you might not have thought could be used in that way before!
  3. Mirror decor design elements. – Sometimes you have a feature at your event venue that offers a serendipitous addition to your decor. In this shoot the multicolored fence was perfect for the theme but I wanted to connect the fence to the shoot more. Colored ribbons were used as a fun backing for the heart shaped bistro chairs and played off the vertical lines of color on the fence. Many times taking advantage of decor elements from your venue will help unify your whole event aesthetic and could save you a little money in rentals.

Vendors | Credits: 

Decor Styling & Shoot Coordination - Lustre Theory
Photography - David Schwartz Photography
Styling Assist - A Lively Affair
Makeup - BlushTones
Hair - Flawless Onsite by Amberly
Florals -  Black Iris Floral Events Co
Macarons & Ice Cream - Hummingbird Macarons & Desserts
Vintage Rentals -  Mad Hatter Vintage Rentals
Vintage Trailer -  Skylar Wyatt
Models -  Skylar Wyatt Scott, Tiffany Cobb, Sade Graham
Doggy Model -  Winston Klimesh
Location -  The NEON District - Norfolk VA

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