Martha and Gerry-50th Wedding Anniversary-1149 Restaurant

I got to step our of our wedding world and plan such a wonderful anniversary party for Martha and Gerry.  They celebrated this momentous event with 80 of their closest friends and family at the 1149 Restaurant in East Greenwich.  Sherri from Stoneblossoms provided the beautiful floral arrangements, while Art in Ice, provided the ice sculpture.  They had decided on doing a traditional Italian meal  First everyone enjoyed passed hors d'oeuvres, then they had antipasto, Italian Wedding soup , pasta and finally the entree. I do not believe that any guest left hungry that night. Especially with the dessert being cake from Scrumptions and Wandies and Italian cookies from Wandies by Pina.  After dinner, guests rolled out of their chairs and onto the dance floor with Amanda Carr from MBeatable Music. What an amazing celebration to honor a great couple!

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Rebecca and Tom at Breene Hollow Farm

We were thrilled to be working with the Breene family once again for Rebecca's wedding. Rebecca and Tom also decided to hold their wedding at the family farm in West Greenwich.  Rebecca arrived to the ceremony with her dad in a restored car owned by her late grandfather, which was a beautiful surprise to her grandmother. The ceremony was in the middle of the corn fields and the ladies all showed up on a tractor.  Guests then went under the tent to enjoy cocktail hour with food provided by A Touch of Class Catering.  Rebecca and Tom and their wedding party headed off to Alton Jones to take pictures with photographer Daniel Wodecki. Guests were able to take pictures at the photo booth provided by SeeMonkey, look at old family photos and able to enjoy the red, white and blue decor.   The dance floor was the place to be with music provided by Razman Events and the end of the night guests enjoyed a bonfire under the super moon.

A Groom's Wedding Attire

It is no secret that weddings are usually centered around the bride, what gown she’s wearing, her flowers, her hair… Unfortunately, it seems like most grooms get lost in the background, but not today! What a groom wears on his wedding day is just as important as his  bride, it does happen only once in a lifetime after all! Depending on the time of day and the formality of the wedding, there are many options for groom’s wedding attire, it can be as classic or as individualized as you desire!

The Tuxedo

The most traditional of all wedding attire options is the tuxedo. Generally, tuxedos are black or navy and are worn with a pleated white button down and cummerbund or vest. While grooms have had more liberty to personalize their look in recent years, the tuxedo remains the dominant option for nighttime weddings and formal affairs. On distinguishing tuxedos from suits, tuxedos are more tailored and also incorporate an element of silk, often on the collar, pockets, and sides of the pants. All in all, tuxedos exude a classic elegance that is unmatched by any other attire option.

The Suit

Not all men feel comfortable in a tuxedo; perhaps it’s not fitting for his personality or the weather will be too warm for an all-black ensemble. Whatever the reason, a suit provides grooms a more approachable option for wedding attire. Because suits are less formal than the traditional tuxedo they lend themselves perfectly to outdoor and daytime weddings. Suits can easily be customized to fit the tone of your wedding. Generally worn with a collared button down shirt, they can be dressed up by adding a vest or dressed down by choosing a light-colored material.

The Military Uniform

Not only are military uniforms patriotic, they’re also incredibly sophisticated and absolutely stunning in wedding photos! If you are a military serviceman (thank you for your service!), consider wearing your dress uniform on your wedding day. Aside from the elegance that a dress uniform adds to your wedding, it’s the ultimate personalization of your attire!

While there are many options to consider when choosing wedding attire, most important is what you feel comfortable wearing. Your attire should be reflective of not only wedding tone but also of your personality! If you would never wear a bow tie, then don’t wear one on your wedding day either! The more comfortable you are with your attire the more that will translate to confidence and poise on your wedding day.

Color Trends for 2014 weddings

Pantone has officially named the 2014 color of the year as Radiant Orchid – “An enchanting harmony of fuchsia, purple and pink undertones, Radiant Orchid inspires confidence and emanates great joy, love and health,” says Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute®.

According to Pantone’s recent press release, the color of the year selection requires careful consideration and, to arrive at the selection Pantone quite literally combs the world looking for color influences. This can include the entertainment industry and films that are in production, traveling art collections, hot new artists, popular travel destinations and other socio-economic conditions.

Influences may also stem from technology, availability of new textures and effects that impact color, and even upcoming sports events that capture worldwide attention. For more than a decade, Pantone’s Color of the Year has influenced product development and purchasing decisions in multiple industries, including fashion, home and industrial design, as well as product packaging and graphic design.

Eiseman says, “Radiant Orchid reaches across the color wheel to intrigue the eye and spark the imagination. Radiant Orchid encourages expanded creativity and originality, which is increasingly valued in today’s society.”

Will you incorporate these colors into your wedding or event this year?