by tomboesen on May 7, 2012
Affordable Getaways
Destination weddings are definitely rising in status. During this slow economy, brides are getting creative when planning their weddings. Besides having the venue and accommodations tied into one, a destination wedding is a perfect way to get a luxury wedding on a tight budget.
While many still follow traditional settings, popularity is growing in how destination weddings are bringing new styles and traditions. Depending on where you want to go, having a destination can help with choosing colors, themes and food for your reception.
Things to Consider
- Do you want only immediate family and friends to come with you, or a bigger wedding party?
- Can all of your guests manage to pay for the traveling costs?
- Do you want to give a second reception back home for friends and family who could not travel with you?
In Iowa, there are several beautiful and unique venues for outdoor weddings or places for a unique reception while creating that “getaway” feel:
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by tomboesen on May 2, 2012
Billy Balls
Billy Balls aka Billy Buttons or Craspedia are fun trendy new addition to add to your Wedding day floral arrangements. These unexpected blooms add pop and flair with their brilliant yellow color, round shape and texture. They can be incorporated into a rustic or mod theme. Recently, it has become very popular to use Billy Ball flowers in the groom and groomsmen boutonnieres especially when paired with a softer colored vest or flower.
These flowers are a great addition to your wedding day, especially for all those brides planning a grey and yellow color scheme or something different with the sunshiny hue.
Arrangement Additions 
Don’t be surprised to see some bouquets made up of more than flowers. Brides will continue to add bling to their blooms by incorporating brooches into their bouquets. You’ll also see a lot of pearls and lace as well as feathers, natural earthy greens, fruit, grasses, ferns and herbs.
Very Vintage
The vintage look and feel is continuing to inspire everything wedding from rings to dresses, photos, centerpieces, and flowers. Brides are pairing rustic and feminine by choosing soft colors like ivory, cream, white, and light pink in big, full blooms such as hydrangeas, anemones, gardenias, and peonies. Many are incorporating the trend through use of burlap and mason jars.
Royally Inspired
Brides across the globe are still in awe of Kate and Will’s big day. No doubt their royal celebration will be a huge influence for many brides for years to come. The royal couple’s neutral/natural wedding color scheming is also be emulated. Some brides are giving a special nod to Kate and her royal style by choosing dresses for their big day with long sleeves and lace detailing. The latest edition of the Twilight film has also inspired many brides to choose long sleeves for their big day. Who would of thought brides would be getting inspired by a vampire movie?
Color Combos and Popular Patterns
- Black and White
- Gray and Yellow
- Aqua and Orange
- Tangerine
- Grapefruit
- Neutrals (including rustic detailing such as burlap)
- Bright Color Combinations
- Ombre
- Chevron
