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FLORIOGRAPHY – A Flower’s Secret Meaning

Floriography - the language of flowers - is an art that flourished in the Victorian Era under a mix of writers, poets, and publishers.  The language quickly gained favor in the 1800’s and became a favorite of royalty.  In addition to being a wonderful way to communicate one’s feelings for a lover without one’s royal court knowing their business.  It was also a discrete way for a lover to communicate their intentions without the awkwardness of words or the...

When Wedding Photos Go Viral — Alaskan Glacier Bride

Josh Martinez, a thrill seeking photographer with a love for indigenous Alaska, first had the idea of photographing a bride in a glacier pool while piloting a helicopter over Knik Glacier. Eventually, a courageous couple came looking for a photographer who would produce out-of-this-world wedding photos. Alas, the viral sensation "Glacier Bride" was born. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qyN-VrnWX8c Martinez, who has shot all over North America, says nothing compares to Alaska. After seeing the Glacier Bride photos, we have to agree! A talented and innovative photographer alone wasn't enough to...

Top 10 Trends from Bridal Fashion Week

This year, Bridal Fashion Week coincided with Tax Day and Earth Day. Unless your job depends on it, you may have missed the lavish event. Were you buried in old receipts? Busy wondering if you want to attempt taxes yourself? Maybe you went green for the day and turned off the tele. Lucky for those who missed out, following anything and everything wedding IS our job; so we listened, we watched and we Instagram stalked. Alas, we present you,...

Fall Fashion — From the Runway to the Altar

Happy Fall, fancy ladies! A new season is always so exciting but there's something extra special about this time of year. Every Fall you can count on cooler climates, colorful leaves, cozy sweaters and of course pumpkin spice lattes. What we can't predict though, (until Spring Fashion Week) is the Fall fashion! Every year is different, even if some of the trends are borrowed from decades past. We know you're eager to don this year's Fall's fashion trends and...

Astrophotography – Interview with Robert Paetz

WEDDINC:  First of all thank you so much for agreeing to an interview with Weddinc. We absolutely LOVE Astrophotography and everything about it.  We're here today with Robert Paetz, Astrophotographer with Robert Paetz Photography. Let's start with a little about you.  How did you get into Astrophotography originally and have you always been interested in the cosmos? ROBERT:  I didn’t have a particular interest in the cosmos, but growing up, there were lots of camping trips with my family, and I have...

8 Bridal Hair Trends Every Bride Should Try This 2016

We are in bridal season glory and we couldn't be happier.  However, we have our eyes set on a very important aspect of the bride and that's her gorgeous locks. After all, when you are walking down the aisle you want to look beautiful from head to toe. Although, traditional bridal hairstyles such as curls and updos will never go out of style... This year we are looking at a more modern take on bridal hair trends. 2016 has been the year of the contemporary modern...

14 Gift Ideas That Your Bridal Party Won’t Re-Gift

What better way to show your appreciation for your bridal party than with a well thought-out gift? Obviously you want to give them something they will cherish forever. But it can be a daunting task to choose something timeless. Fret not. Here is a selection of gifts that your bridal party guests will be thrilled to receive.  Cuyana Leather iPad Sleeve Image via Cuyana How gorgeous are these Cuyana leather iPad sleeves? Made from supple pebbled Italian leather and with padded...

Fashion For the First Man You Ever Loved

DEAR 'OL DAD — He wiped your bum before you could, he carried you on his shoulders before he couldn't and he probably even dressed you from time to time (bless him for trying, anyway). He may not be the most fashionable family member, but the father of the bride deserves to feel great on the big day too! Read on for eight charming touches to keep your dad looking dapper. WHITE ON WHITE  We love the classic look of a white tie on...

An Elegant Elopement — Eight Factors to Consider

In a world where couples are breaking wedding traditions and won't settle for anything less than unique, it's no surprise elopements are on the rise. That said, elopements today may look much different from that of your grandmother's. We've seen simple and sweet elopements, quick and quirky elopements, large and lavish elopements and everything in between. Whichever direction you go, there may be more to planning an elopement than you think. Keep reading so there are no surprises. Location  If you choose to elope, the sky...

Pantone – 50 Years in Color

Pantone Colors Each year, the Pantone Color Institute has released a set of colors to the public, specifying one as the “Color of the Year”. While each year’s colors are meant as a representation of what that year will, hopefully, hold. Pantone’s goal is both to capture and to set the mood for the year, this year’s being mindfulness and well-being. The delicate shades of Rose Quartz, which looks to be more of a blush/lemonade pink than rose, and Serenity, a...