Viva Magenta: How To Use Pantone’s Color Of The Year 2023 In Your Wedding

Hannah and Brad Wedding – Chuppah – Metropolitan Club – Melani Lust Photography

To say that we were excited when Pantone announced Viva Magenta as its 2023 Color of the Year would be an understatement. The brand describes the shade as “brave and fearless, and a pulsating color whose exuberance promotes a joyous and optimistic celebration, writing a new narrative.” Simply put, Viva Magenta symbolizes all the love and emotion you feel when you are about to marry your soulmate and start a new life together. Still, it’s a bold color that demands attention, which may make some hesitant about incorporating it into their big day scheme. Does this sound like you? From flowers to attire and accessories to beauty, read on for beautiful ideas on how to use Viva Magenta in your wedding.
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Lorenza and Pete Wedding - Low Centerpiece - New York Botanical Garden - by the Hons

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Beautiful Holiday Table Decor Ideas You Can Make At Home

by Kate Murphy

Lorenza and Pete Wedding – Low Centerpiece – New York Botanical Garden – by the Hons

The holidays are about reconnecting with family and friends and often, our most cherished memories happen around the dinner table. If you are hosting this year, there’s a good chance that you are looking for ideas to create a warm and inviting tablescape for guests to enjoy. What’s so wonderful about decorating for this time of the year is the variety of styles, and aesthetics you have to choose from that fully embrace winter’s charm.

Still, preparing for a merry gathering on top of fulfilling daily work and personal obligations is stressful. So any tips for designing the perfect table setup is going to be helpful right now. To get started, take stock of decor items and accents in the house such as vases, a table runner, linens, and candles that could be used to enhance a dining ambiance. Now read on for beautiful holiday table decor inspiration ranging from lavish jewel-tone florals to rustic evergreen garland that celebrate the magic of the season.
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Doris and James Wedding - Bride and Groom Portrait - William Vale - Jaymo James

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Holiday Gift Guide For Couples Planning A Wedding – Best Ideas For 2022

by Kate Murphy

Doris and James Wedding – Bride and Groom Portrait – William Vale – Jaymo James

Your favorite duo will be spending their first holiday season together after announcing their engagement. Pinpointing the perfect holiday gift to give a couple planning a wedding can be a challenge. You want to get them a present that is personal and celebrates their future together, but also want it to be practical, helping to ease any stress they are feeling while figuring out the details for their upcoming nuptials.

To narrow down your search, start by thinking about what their shared interests and passions are? Do they find romance in the kitchen cooking together? Did they bond over a love for travel? Are they first-time home owners in need of decor to liven up their new place? From must have tools for making craft cocktails to stylish home accessories to artisanal goods for making a gourmet dinner, we have put together the best holiday gift ideas for couples in 2022.
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Carliah and Chris Wedding - Maritime Parc - Bride Getting Ready - Moses Cruz Photography

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Holiday Gift Guide For Her 2022 (AKA The Bride-To-Be)

by Kate Murphy

Carliah and Chris Wedding – Maritime Parc – Bride Getting Ready – Moses Cruz Photography

You’ve started holiday gift shopping and now it’s time to think about what to get the most important women in your life. And if you are reading this post, chances are one of these special ladies is getting married in the upcoming months. Shopping for the perfect gift for the bride-to-be can be a challenge. While this is an exciting time for her, wedding planning also comes with an unavoidable amount of stress. Thus, a present that gives her a break from getting ready for her upcoming nuptials is what she really needs right now.
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Brook and Scott - Wedding Stairway Greenery Garland - Guastavinos - Olivia Christina Photography

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Beautiful Ideas For Decorating The Stairway At Your Wedding

by Kate Murphy

Brook and Scott – Wedding Stairway Greenery Garland – Guastavinos – Olivia Christina Photography

Whether you are getting married at a countryside vineyard, art museum, contemporary loft space, or historic estate, there is a good chance that your wedding venue has a stairway somewhere in its layout plan. While trimming a staircase may not be the first item on your ‘To Do List’ for floral decor, it’s still an area that should be given thought and attention. As wedding florists, we can say that in our experience, it’s these extra details of embellishment that not only enhance a weddingscape, but are also what stands out most to guests. Imagine being welcomed to a church ceremony with entrance stairs lined with greenery and candles, or turning the corner in a centuries-old mansion to discover a twisting staircase adorned with a mélange of fresh flowers. Read on to see more beautiful ideas for decorating the stairway at your wedding.
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Showroom with Rachel - BB behind the scenes - Fall Floral Trends - Kim Mancuso Photography

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Festive Fall Centerpiece Ideas You Can Make at Home

by Kate Murphy

Showroom with Rachel – BB behind the scenes – Fall Floral Trends – Kim Mancuso Photography

With the holidays just around the corner, many of us are looking forward to reconnecting with friends and family around the table. If you’ve stepped up to the plate of hosting Thanksgiving this year, you’ve probably spent some time scrolling Instagram and Pinterest looking for ways to elevate the atmosphere at dinner with beautiful decor. Look no further, we have you covered. From an intimate candlelit tablescape to floral arrangements that look like modern works of art, here are festive, DIY fall centerpiece ideas that celebrate the joy of the season.
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