{ritzy bee blog}

bird & banner

We've been long time fans of Bird & Banner and were so excited to see their new site update! One of our favorite invitation suites was for this Jackson Hole wedding...so many cute paper good details...

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

the bridal bar

If you are lucky enough to live in L.A., San Diego and now Atlanta {today's the grand opening!} you probably know about how incredible The Bridal Bar is. The Bridal Bar is a boutique that supplies a complimentary peek at the pre-screened best of the best in the wedding industry.

Harmony Walton, the founder, and her staff have searched high and low to compile an extensive group of event professionals who have been invited to display their works based on style, experience, and impeccable reputation in their fields of expertise.

 

Their experts sit one on one with couples who are at all places in the planning stages.  No matter budget, style, or needs, The Bridal Bar is a safe haven for brides to get trusted advice, vendor information, wedding inspiration, and overall a shoulder to lean on {oh, yeah, and it’s all for free!}

 

The information they offer is only one part of the puzzle, it’s all in one central location, saving couples oodles of time in traffic about town and with their VIB Program, all couples who come in, not only get free advice and recommendations, they also get vendor discounts with all of their talented and highly screened event professionals.

 

Where else can the engaged go to lounge on a couch, sip complimentary bubbly, pick up free copies of the latest bridal magazines, and get lost in ideas and education to plan for their most perfect day?!?!

Be sure to stop by one of their locations soon!

vintage wednesdays

A few fun things to post today as part of our little series with Kate Headley on how you can add little vintage touches to your wedding or event!

First up...we love the casual look of vintage napkins lined up along a table like the ones shown here from Country Living.  Easy, colorful and inexpensive!

Kate's Tip: Napkins {and other retro linens} with the "Vera" name printed in cursive on the border of the napkin are considered the most collectible and stylish.  Hit thrift shops for 50 cents deals, but look often because they are real gems to find.  Check out antique stores for more selection.

On our latest vintage shopping trip we fell in love with this little set-up...how fun are these old bistro chairs and folding tables for little cafe seating arrangements? They would be so adorable for a wedding cocktail hour and are a great break from typical high cocktail rounds!

 

Though roses, orchids and calla lilies can be beautiful, for a more rustic feel ask your florist to help you create something more organic {and timeless} in nature. This farmer's market inspired bouquet designed by Holly Chapple Flowers was made almost entirely of things growing around her property...LOVE the baby apples incorporated!  

{Photography: Kate Headley Photography}

s is for {seating}

We love how seating at a wedding adds a significant detail to the ambiance and decor of a wedding...and something about these just makes sitting down so inviting! 

{Photo credits: Jose Villa Photography}

details we are loving

Hope your weekend was fantastic! After a weekend and wedding by the shore, we thought it would be fun to post some seaside inspiration boards we love from Snippet & Ink...

{i like} cold beverages

Kathryn from Snippet & Ink is back to share another fun favorite summer wedding detail...

Few things say summer more than lemonade and iced tea. Whether spiked, flavored or in their pure forms, lemonade and iced tea are the perfect refresher for a summer wedding. Offer them to guests before the ceremony, or during the cocktail hour. Let guests ladle lemonade or iced tea themselves out of punch bowls or large jars, or have them ready to serve in dainty glasses or sturdy mason jars.

{Photo credits top row: large jars from Brides, iced tea with mint sprigs from Brides, lavender lemonade from Martha Stewart . Middle Row: numbered glasses from Martha Stewart, lemonade dispenser photo by Myrtle & Marjoram, iced tea photo by Lisa Lefkowitz. Bottom Row: covered jar from Country Living, photo by Leigh Miller, lemonade with "I do!" flags from Rebecca Thuss}

upcoming DC wedding events

Just a reminder about a few great upcoming events for couples planning...

RSVP Catering is hosting a public tasting on Tuesday, July 14th from 5:30 - 7 pm...come for food, drinks & decor ideas. RSVP to RSVP by email: weddings@rsvpcatering.com

Elan Artists represents some of the hottest bands in DC {and around the country} and we love working with them. They are hosting a showcase event for couples serious about booking their wedding entertainment. Bands featured: Nation, The Source, Raggs and The All Stars, & Truth Groove. They can all be previewed here. The event is taking place on Thursday, July 16th from 6-9 pm at The Four Seasons in Georgetown. For more details and to RSVP, please contact rsvp@elanartists.com.

garden brunch

Love this feature from Wedding Style Guide Magazine for a garden themed wedding shower...and how cute to let your guests make their own flower arrangements in jars to take home with them...