In art, you will also see an emphasizes on the lush abundance of the season, and images of foods being gathered in the wild. The predominant mood of autumnal celebrations is gladness or thankfulness for the fruits of the earth. This is such a special time to be with family and to celebrate the blessings of our lives.  English poet John Keats’ poem To Autumn describes the season as a time of bounteous fecundity, a time of ‘mellow fruitfulness’. Other feelings associated with autumn are that of richness and lushness. When planning a wedding or event in this time, use it! Use it all in bringing those wonderful things into your wedding decor.

There are several different directions you can take when planning your wedding style. Your wedding style defines the over all tone of your wedding right down to what you are wearing. There are several options out there; just about as many options as there are brides. Letting your wedding style shine through as an emulation of what your personality includes is a good way to create a wedding style that is truly you. Take elements of your personality and your grooms personality then use them as concepts and inspiration for your big day.

Classic Weddings: Classic Weddings include a traditional tone. Classic weddings derive inspiration from age old weddings with time honored traditions that run strong and have for years.

Modern Weddings: Modern Weddings include aspects of today. Modern weddings air on the side of what is current, what is now, and what is today. Elements of popular trends are an essential portion of modern weddings. Modern weddings are innovative and often feature the latest in bridal trends.

Outdoor Weddings: Outdoor Weddings are unique in that the surrounding environment becomes a part of the ceremony it’s self. The location of an outdoor wedding can range greatly; they can be held just about anywhere. From beaches to vineyards, outdoor weddings embody an element of natural beauty.

Vintage Weddings: Vintage Weddings have an ambiance that takes you back. The décor, clothing/gowns, and music may take a step back in time creating a period theme celebration for the big day.

Country Weddings: Country Weddings create a beautiful wedding day with all the touches of down home comfort. Tying in a country feel to a wedding offers a charm to the big day unlike that of many other wedding styles. The elements of a country wedding can be seen in the décor, food, music, and clothing of the wedding.

What wedding style are you planning for your special day? Feel free to leave a comment or connect with me on Facebook!

Q: On my wedding day, I don’t necessarily want to wear white. Is there anything wrong with this?

A: No, absolutely not. Your wedding day is your day. You are free to wear the dress of your dreams, as that is your right on your special day. Many brides opt for dresses that are Ivory, Eggshell, and Beige vs White. This coming bridal season wedding dresses in color have even been predicted as a huge trend! Some of the country’s top bridal designers have featured wedding dresses in full color in their runway shows to preview the upcoming season. This day in age, a bride can wear what ever her heart desires.

Q: When picking out a wedding dress, where do I even begin?

A: When picking out a wedding dress it can be overwhelming, but take it easy, narrowing down the spectrum can be easier that you think. A good place to start is online. Online you are able to look at lot of dresses at once and add your “favorites” to a list; a list you can even print out and bring with you to stores to find similar looks. Think of the fit you want and search dresses with in that spectrum. Say you like slender form fitting gowns, do a search for those kinds of gowns and with in that look you will find several different shades, lengths, embellishments, and textures.

Q: I want to keep all of my Bridesmaids happy with the dress I pick for them, but they all have such different body types. What can I do in this situation?

A: It is important to make sure your Bridesmaids are comfortable in what they are wearing for your wedding, that being said, it is your special day and having your Bridesmaids fit your vision for your big day is important too. Compromise. Find a happy medium. If you have an assortment of body types among your Bridesmaids considers keeping all of the dresses the same color, with different cuts. There are also a select few dresses out there that look good no matter what the body shape.

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