Flower Meanings

What flowers are you looking at for your wedding? This is a fun guide to see if they portray the look and feel of what you are going for.

A
Alstroemeria- Wealth, Prosperity, Fortune.
Amaryllis- Dramatic, Beauty, Or Pride.
Anemone- Anticipation, Expectations, Fragility.
Anthurium- Hospitality.

B
Baby's Breath- Pure heart.
Bachelor's Button- Hope, Devotion, Love, Anticipation.

C
Calla Lily- Growth- Beauty and pride gained in wisdom.
Camellia- Goodluck, loveliness, graciousness.
Carnation- Pride and beauty, devoted love.
Celosia- Silliness.
Chrysanthemum- Excitement, truth, sharing, cheerfulness.

D
Daffodil- Chivalry, regard, joy, devotion.
Daisy- Innocence,simplicity.
Dahlia- Elegance, dignity, good taste.

E
Edelweiss- Daring and noble courage.

F
Freesia- Innocence, trust, friendship, spirited.

G
Gardenia- Joy and purity.
Gerbera- Innocence and gentleness.
Gladiolus- Strength of character, remembrance.

H
Hibiscus- Delicate beauty.
Hyacinth- Game and sports.
Hydrangea- Perseverance.

I
Iris- Faith and wisdom, affection, and inspiration.

J
Jasmine- Grace and elegance, joy and cheerfulness.

L
Lilac- First love, youthful innocence.
Lily
Asiatic Lily- Majesty.
Casablanca - Celebration.
Stargazer- Ambition.
Lisanthus- Calming, faithfulness.

M
Magnolia- Dignity, perseverance, love of nature, splendid beauty.

N
Nasturtium- Patriotism.

O
Orchid- Ancient Meaning: Wealth, love, beauty. Modern Meaning: Rare and delicate beauty.

P
Peony- Romance and prosperity, good fortune.
Poppy- Consolation.

Q
Queen Anne's Lace- Fantasy.

R
Ranunculus- Radiant charm.
Rose: Love, magic, ultimate beauty, and perfection.

S
Snapdragon - Gracious lady.
Stephanotis: Happiness in marriage.
Stock: Bonds of affection, promptness, and lasting beauty.
Sweet Pea: Remember me; blissful pleasure and shyness.
Sunflower: Adoration, homage and devotion.

T
Tulip: Declaration of love, elegance, and grace.

V
Violet: Modesty, faithfulness, and simplicity.

W
Wisteria: Youth and poetry, steadfast.

Y
Yarrow: Healing, good health.

Z
Zinnia:Remembrance, thoughts of friends.

*Happy Wedding Planning!*

Love More, Worry Less... Always & Forever

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15 Things A Perfect Bridesmaid Will Do!

1. GIVE YOU HONEST (but gentle)opinions as you try on dresses.
2. WEEP (along with your mom) when you finally emerge from the dressing room wearing "THE ONE."
3. CREATE a "tasteful" bachelorette party wardrobe for you.
4. OFFER to do your hair and makeup on your wedding day.
5. STUFF 167 candy-flavor bags without complaining or eating one single m&m.
6. RECORD GIFTS at your bridal shower (in legible writing.)
7. RUN OUT to pick up last minute items on the wedding day.
8. CALL YOU OUT for bad bridezilla behavior.
9. LEND YOU a shoulder to cry on when the stress gets to be too much.
10. SPEND THE NIGHT before the wedding at your place to talk, laugh, and calm your nerves.
11. DECORATE the outdoor reception venue in scorching afternoon heat (minus whining.)
12. START DANCING to get the reception crowd up.
13. GIVE YOUR MOM special attention at the wedding- it's her day, too.
14. DEAL WITH THE DJ the second he starts spinning "LOVE SHACK, which she knows is song number one on your "don't play EVER list."
15. TEXT YOU post honeymoon for drinks on Thursday night.. like always!

XOXO HAPPY WEDDING PLANNING!

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Summer is in full swing & so are the sales!
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Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to get the
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Although the semi-annual sale will last the entire month of July,
please keep in mind that all sample sale gowns are first-come, first-serve! Hurry in for best selection! Happy Wedding Planning!

XOXO

20 Surefire Ways To De-Stress

In the midst of planning a wedding and feeling stressed? Here are 20 ways to kick the stress to the curb!

1. Stretch and yawn
2. Organize your sock drawer
3. Blow bubbles
4. Jump rope
5. Check things off a list
6. Go get a pedicure
7. Dance like crazy in your living room
8. Count backward from 100
9. Head out for a hike or jog
10. Inhale a calming scent, like lavender
11. Play air guitar
12. Try out a new recipe
13. Go for a drive with the windows open and the music up
14. Finger paint
15. Scream into a pillow
16. Pet a dog or cat
17. Chew gum
18. Sing show tunes
19. Go shopping (dangerous, but always brightens my day!)
20. Exercise

Happy Wedding Planning! XOXO

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YOUR ENGAGED! What next?!

Congratulations, YOU'RE ENGAGED!!!



1. Announce your engagement. Send out engagement announcements, call all of your friends, send email blasts…do whatever you want! Tell the world to prepare for the most fabulous bride of all, because you’re getting married! *Right Away!

2. Pick a date! If you want to get married in the fall, consider your favorite college football team’s schedule. If you’d like getting married in the summer, consider the possible occurrence of a heat stroke—well, maybe not a heat stroke, but do consider the weather! Once all things are considered, finalize this date and either {and in my most firm opinion- go with choice A} A. Book a wedding planner or B. Make a list of options for venues! *8-10 months in advance

3. Decide on attendants. After your venue is chosen, it will be easier to decide exactly how many attendants you would like to have! Make sure the amount of attendants will compliment the amount of space in which your ceremony will take place.

4. Gown Shopping. The BEST part of your engagement! Decide who is MOST important to you and schedule a bridal appointment. I don’t suggest bringing 7 of your closest friends + Mom + the Grandmas + your Sister. If you can, bring your mom and someone else that has an opinion that is important to you! {Closest friends come later during the bridesmaid dress hunt!}

5. Pick a Dress! Once you’ve found “the one” go ahead and order it! Most boutiques require half down payment at time of order and then the balance is due when the dress comes in. *8-10 months in advance