Pittsburgh Wedding Planner | Glamorous Bridal Accessories

By Julie

We stumbled across these beautiful garters on Pinterest and just had to show you!  When the photo led us to Emily Riggs Bridal website, we discovered even more one of a kind wedding day accessories.  They have everything a bride needs to look her best on the big day.  Garters, jewelry, headpieces, veils, bridal caps, bouquet wraps, and more!  These are the kind of accessories that you’ll never forget.  Be inspired.

Photo Credit: Emily Riggs Bridal

Pittsburgh Wedding Planner | Seeing Each Other Before The Ceremony

By Julie

To see, or not to see?  That is the question.  Honestly, there is no right answer.  Whether or not you and your groom see each other before the ceremony is completely up to both of you.  If you are tossing around the idea, here are some ideas that might sway you to see each other before... Be Inspired.

The Wow Factor-  He still will get weak in the knees as soon as he sees you walk down the aisle. Even if you just saw each other ten minutes ago, he won’t be able to contain his emotions at that very moment he sees you walking towards him.

Nerves-  Some brides and grooms just need to see each other before the trip down the aisle to calm them down.

Moment Alone- Sharing the last few minutes before the ceremony together let you have that alone time that you’re not going to have once you are saying your vows.  It also is a great opportunity for priceless photos.

Photos- Pictures are such an important part of the day.  Seeing each other early allows more time for photos to be taken.

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Pittsburgh Wedding Planner | Cocktail Hour Food & Drink

By Julie

When your guests are at cocktail hour, give them something to rave about!  Having scrumptious snacks and drinks gives them a sneak peek of how much fun your reception is going to be.  Include food and drinks that you and your husband really enjoy to make it personal!  How adorable are the little tacos on top of the limes?!  Anything mini is just so cute!  Be inspired.

Photo Credit: Its A Brides Life & Weddings By Lilly

Pittsburgh Wedding Planner | Footwork Friday

By Julie

We all have the favorite go-to pair of shoes that we just love.  They’re stylish, comfy, and fit us perfectly!  Wouldn’t it be nice to wear those as your wedding shoes?!  You may be thinking to yourself that your shoes need a little sprucing up.  Shoe clips will do just the trick!  They’re affordable and even removable for after the wedding.  Sounds perfect to me!  Be inspired.

Photo Credit: One, Two, Three, and Four

Pittsburgh Wedding Planner | DIY Wedding Card Album

By Julie

After your wedding is over, you don’t want to forget any of the memories. Some newlyweds keep their wedding cards in a plastic container that they never look at again.  So instead, why not make a DIY wedding card album that you will actually want to look at!  A lot of love notes and words of advice are written in wedding cards from guests. It’s a cute way to preserve those words of wisdom is one place.  Follow the link to create you own wedding card album! Be inspired.

Photo Credit: Something Turquoise

Pittsburgh Wedding Planner | Dramatic Drapes

By Julie

Whoever would have though a piece of pretty fabric could make such a dramatic impact on a space?  Having large draperies in entryways at your ceremony or reception gives the area such a romantic vibe.  The drapes grab the attention of your guests letting them know they are about to attend a spectacular event.  Don’t limit yourself to only having solid colored fabric; you could spice it up with subtle patterns too!  Be inspired.

Photo Credit: Elizabeth Anne Designs

Pittsburgh Wedding Planner | Wedding Photo App

By Julie

Wouldn’t it be nice to have all of your wedding memories in one place?  Well now you can with a new app that your guests can download called Wedding Snap!  It is iphone and android user friendly and absolutely free!  Any pictures your guests take through this app will directly be loaded into your wedding account.  No more begging them to send you a copy!  Don’t worry if some of your guests don’t have an iphone or an android, if they have a digital camera they’re still able to upload photos when they get home!  All they have to do is log on to the website and upload their pictures.  When the bride and groom sign up, they receive 250 business cards to put in their invitations to make guests aware ahead of time!  How fab!  Be inspired.

 Photo Credit: Wedding Snap