Coral Orange Wedding Inspiration

Refreshing Papaya Flower Cocktail Recipe:

Ingredients:
1 lime wedge
1 teaspoon granulated sugar, plus more to taste
1 ounce fresh lime juice, or to taste
2 ounces white rum
1 ounce coconut rum
3/4 cup chopped papaya
1 cup ice cubes
2 pieces star fruit, for garnish

Directions:
Rub the rims of two chilled margarita or cocktail glasses with the wedge of lime. Pour a teaspoon of granulated sugar onto a plate, and press the rims of the glasses into it, turning gently until the rims are evenly coated. Shake off excess. Combine the remaining ingredients, except for the star fruit, in a blender. Process until smooth. Taste and add sugar as desired. Pour into the prepared glasses. Garnish with the star fruit and serve.

Source:
Recipe from Calypso Coolers by Arlen Gargagliano. Buy the book!

Tulip Photo by zapxpxau

I came across these cute invitation cards from Free Printables Online... You may be thinking "how could i possibly use those in my wedding"? Well, we were inspired by them to be used as invites for Engagement Parties! A special touch would be to print them on thick cardstock or thick gloss paper (8.5 x 11 paper size) and print on the backside with your Engagement Picture, enclose the invite in a nice quality envelope, be sure to stick on a cute Return Address Label, and Voila - you have yourself one creative and affordible Engagement/Photo Invitation!

Inspiration Photo (all items below are local and realistic pieces you can purchase for your wedding & use after wedding inspired by the image above)!

Sugar Molds - Rustic $29.00 at Napa Style

Roost Rustic Wood Shelves $36.00 by Roost at Velocity Art and Design
Made from colonial-era railroad ties procured from Northern India, Roost's recycled teak or other hardwood shelves have been waxed and polished to a deep sheen.

Roost Driftwood Vases $33.00 by Roost at Velocity Art and Design

Magioni Jug/Jar $1.95 at Crate & Barrel

Moreschi Signature Bands Printed Silk Tie $100.00$70.00 by Moreschi at Forzieri

Old Gringo Men's M175-145 Nevada Cowboy Boot $359.95$287.92 by Old Gringo at Endless.com

Maggy London One Shoulder Dress $128.00 by Maggy London at Nordstrom

Fergie Women's Quiana Wedge Sandal $89.95$49.47 by Fergie at Endless.com

Surace $12.00 at Aldo

Celebrity Roselyn Sánchez recently tied the knot to her handsom beau Eric Winter, in her hometown of Puerto Rico. Each detail of their wedding was so well thought out! They had help from their talented coordinator Milly Centeno, of MC Coordinators Puerto Rico. I have to admit that her color pallet was so stunning and elegant with subtlety... Take some inspiration from their wedding photos: you have to do things simply, chic, detailed, and vibrant without overdoing it - they were point on! Congrats to the newlyweds~

Roselyn Sanchez looked absolutely gorgeous (as usual) on her wedding day!
Photo by: Aaron Delesie

I just love her vibrant bouquet filled with orchids and roses (the crystal accessories add such a nice touch)!
Photo by: Aaron Delesie

Talk about incredible jewelry - Designed by Michael Barin of Studio City, Calif.
Photo by: Aaron Delesie

"The silk organza gown (center) Sánchez wore for the ceremony had only one glitch: She had trouble walking in it! "I had to kick my legs to move down the aisle," says Sánchez. The actress slipped into the flirty silk-satin chiffon dress with feathers (right) for her 1st dance, & wore the silk-and-organza gown (left) later that night."
Source: InStyle Magazine
Photo by: Aaron Delesie

The couple tied the knot in Old San Juan, Puerto Rico. The ceremony was held at Castillo de San Cristóbal, a fort in Old San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Photo by: Aaron Delesie

Wedding credit: Milly Centeno of MC Coordinators in Puerto Rico
Photo by: Aaron Delesie

Photo by: Aaron Delesie

Here is a great way to create your very own table centerpiece that creates a fun design look with "Mod" style! Check out the How To steps in the image below, have fun with your Carnation Arrangement~

I recently spoke with an Orange County, CA Bride (the oh so sweet Beth Dunkerly) who asked me for advice...

QUESTION: "How can I hang decorations if my venue has restrictions on using tape or any type of nails or adhesive to their walls or ceiling? I want to create a unique and warm feeling for our Reception, what should I do?"

ADVICE:
If your ceremony or reception has these type of restrictions, it is actually a good thing. They do this to keep their venue looking as best as possible so that future Brides like you don't have to deal with covering ugly marks on the wall or ceiling. In order to create the look you want while following the venues rules, there are many ways you can still create the the same look!

• Ceremony Ideas: If your ceremony location has these restrictions, you can bring in hanging decorations that are not attached to any of the venues structures. For example, you can bring in rentals such as an arbor, archway, gazebo, that you can hang florals and crystals from (by using clear fishing line). If the venue has an altar that is rod iron - you can also attach fishing line to hang things from and then completely remove them from the structure after your event. This type of tool does not leave any mark to the venues structure after your event! Also bringing in floral decor such as Manzanita Trees and hanging crystals from them look pretty amazing and can also be relocated to your recetion and used to decorate in 2 different venue locations.
• Reception Ideas: Using lighting is another great option that can be reflected on the interior/exterior walls or ceiling and can be either your wedding monogram or also a custom design (such as a floral pattern, damask, or even wording like your wedding date). You can also bring in items like the same wedding arch you used in your ceremony - with hung crystals, and re-use it in your reception design (it looks amazing when over/behind the sweetheart table or when used over/behind your round cake table). Also, if your venue has existing beams, you can hang lanterns, crystals, or florals from these beams to feature decor above all the tables by using clear fishing line, yet again (pretty much one of the best resources)!