PHOTO SHOOT WITH JULIE C BUTLER PHOTOGRAPHY

Happy Monday everyone!

I thought I'd kick off the week with a fun little peak at the photo shoot Cindy and I did with Julie Butler this past Friday. Tomorrow we'll be putting up Part Two of the shoot where Julie answers some questions about hiring a photographer for your wedding. Be sure to tune in!

Yours,

Sophie

WEDDING TRENDS: GOING... GOING...

Trends come and go... this one is on it's way out... or at the very least, it's due for a major make-over! Check it out...



Yours,

Sophie

Wedding Flower Bouquet Alternatives

Floral bouquets are still the obvious choice when it comes to having something in your hands for your walk down the aisle. But it's not the ONLY choice. Here are some other items you might conisder clutching as you make your way to your waiting groom:

1. A candle



2. A fan



3. A parasol



4. Nothing at all



5. A feather bouquet



6. A religious text



Happy Planning!

Sophie

The Bridal Expo Cornwall 2009

The Bridal Expo is a unique concept in Cornwall. The show is geared at the modern bride; but who is the "modern bride" anyway?

Well... here are a few tips for recognizing her: The modern bride is the bride who is taking control of her wedding (instead of handing the reigns over to her mother or mother-in-law); the modern bride is a do-it-yourselfer and has her hands in at least one creative project for her wedding; the modern bride is budget-conscious because she works and she's contributing a big chunk of her own money into her wedding; and the modern bride doesn't have time to mess around - she wants the best of everything she can afford and she has little time to find it all.

Do any of these descriptions sound like you?

This show is geared at helping brides set a path for their wedding to create the best possible event that they can with the resources at their disposal. The show boasts a roster of the Cornwall's top wedding vendors who you can interview and book at your leisure (this will cut back on much of the research time you would have spent on your wedding). But this isn't where the show is unique - the show is truly unique in it's presentations and seminars. This is where you'll have a chance to learn a bit of DIY info to really put you in the best possible shape to take on the planning ahead.

So keep your calendar open for Sunday, November 8 and ask a friend to keep her day free as well (or hey, you could take your fiance). Doors open at 12-noon.

For more information check out The Bridal Expo Website and Register today!

Cheers,

Sophie

Coverall Event Coordination

Bye Bye Chair Covers

Remember the puffy-sleeved dresses of the '80s? Well in case you've forgotten, here's a reminder:

Yikes!

Well, thankfully, those days are long gone. However, just as the puffy sleeve became more tailored and fitting and, in many cases, disappeared completely, so too the chair covers with the big puffy sashes will eventually bow out. See any resemblance?
In 2010 we'll be seeing a lot more sleek spandex covers when covers are used at all. It's all about clean, sleek, and well-tailored.

We can't completely do away with chairs the way we have with sleeves and straps but we can make them "disappear" so as to expose the beauty underneath! I mean, really, if you're going to invest time and money into creating a beautiful table setting with gorgeous linens and dazzling centerpieces why on earth would you want to hide it all behind a big puffy chair?!

In the coming years we'll see a lot less emphasis on chairs and more emphasis on the table itself. But how do you make the chair disappear? Well, here are a couple of ideas:


Chiavari - The Spaghetti Strap:

The barely-there chair that adds a touch of beauty and elegance without taking anything away.


Chiavari's can be decorated with a little cap, some ribbon, or other pieces of subtle fabric or florals so that you don't lose the beauty of the chair (or the table) underneath. When this is done right, it adds a simple touch of elegance or fun and doesn't hide or deter from the overall look.



Acrylic - The Strapless Gown:

This is the closest you'll get to making your chairs disappear completely (for now, anyway). These clear acrylic chairs really allow you to show off the full beauty of the tables underneath and the overall effect is dazzling!

How will you make your chairs fit?

Cheers!

Sophie

Coverall Event Coordination

Unique Engagement Rings

If you type "engagement ring" into Google you're going to wind up with hundreds of pages containing image after image of beautiful diamond rings. But maybe you're not a diamond-kinda-girl? Maybe you're looking for something special? Something unique? Something a little more... you?

If that's the case, I've got just the thing to get you started! I've selected a handful of beautiful engagement rings that are absolutely stunning but that contain something other than clear white diamonds as their focal point.

I love these pearl engagement rings.

Another great option is to go with a coloured diamond or a different precious gem (the black diamonds are really stunning!).

These wooden engagement rings are my new favourite find! They are absolutely beautiful and, if you go about it the right way, they would serve as an appropriate eco-friendly touch as well.

Okay, this one is a bit of a cheater because it does have a diamond in it... but it's still very unique!

These rings are fabulous! The man's ring has a piece of wood where the gem would traditionally be placed.

Hope that gets the wheels turning! Now go out there and find your perfect ring!

Cheers,

Sophie

Coverall Event Coordination

Trends 2009: Vintage

[Photo Courtesy of Rosie Parsons]

The fabulous thing about vintage is that pretty much anything that is old and outmoded fits the bill. Vintage is characterized as mature or as carrying an enduring appeal; classic, if you will. So vintage is not quite as boxed in as one may think. A 1920s vintage wedding would look very different from a 1950s vintage affair. Both are vintage nonetheless.

I dug up some fantastic images from some of the hottest wedding blogs to demonstrate the beauty of this trend. Classic for sure!

[Photo Courtesy of The Bridal Wishlist]

[Photo Courtesy of Elizabeth Anne Designs]

[Photo Courtesy of Bliss Tree]

Sophie

Coverall Event Coordination

Wedding Mapper Launches Their New Site

Wedding Mapper has just launched their great new website. The new site is easier to navigate than the old one and the new colour scheme is fantastic!

The site still offers the same great FREE services they used to (like allowing you to create a complete wedding map to send to all your guests) and they've tossed in a couple of really great new features such as the Advice Section where you can read tips from experts and talk wedding with other brides and local couples.

I personally love this site for couples who are either planning a wedding from another city or for couples who expect a lot of out-of-town guests. The site allows you to pin-point all of your wedding location details (such as ceremony location, reception location, hotels, airports, etc.) AND you can narrow down some local attractions and points of interest for guests who will be looking for other things to do during their stay.

This new site makes the whole process easier than ever and your guests will definitely appreciate it.

Happy Mapping!

Sophie

Coverall Event Coordination

Trends 2009: Bow Ties

[Photo courtesy of Red Apple Images ]

Along with the rise in beautiful vintage style weddings is a definite lean toward the oh-so-classic bow tie. Marry the bow tie with a funky pair of dress socks for a really fun look.

[Photo courtesy of Elizabeth Anne Designs]

Happy Planning!

Sophie

Coverall Event Coordination

Trends 2009: Centerpieces Accompanied by Hanging Decor

Centerpieces are on the rise. And I don't mean they're just getting taller. No, centerpieces are no longer confined to the small item you place in the middle of your dinner tables; centerpieces can start at the table and go up, or start at the ceiling and go down. A trend developing these days is for a centerpiece to do both!

Check out some of these beautiful and inspiring images.

So don't feel confined to work from the table up; start thinking from the ceiling down too!

Sophie

Coverall Event Coordination

Trends 2009: Black is the New Black

Snippet & Ink

The past couple of years have seen a lot of chocolate brown paired with both pastel and bright fluorescent colours - brown and pink, brown and blue, brown and yellow, etc. This year brown is on its way out and you can expect to see a lot more black paired with bright vibrant colours.

Among the top bright colour pics for this year are yellow, orange, hot pink, electric blue, and lime green. This trend will continue into 2010 when we'll also see a lot more unexpected colour combinations (like bright orange and blue).

TIP: White is always a classic accent for any colour pallet.

Happy Planning!

Sophie
Coverall Event Coordination