Gorgeous Decor Ideas for Your Winter Wedding

Wedding Arch With Greenery and Candles - via brit.co

It’s the most wonderful time of the year…. for weddings. We love working with our winter brides to create a day that is beautiful and captures the magic of the season. From the breathtaking snowfalls to playful embellishments to color palettes that range from whispery white and silver to rich berry tones, inspiration can be found everywhere you look!

Here’s a round up of gorgeous decor ideas for your winter wedding that won’t leave guests feeling like they are trapped inside a souvenir snow globe.

Ceremony: Make It A Walk to Remember
When it comes to planning your ceremony, draw from winter’s natural beauty for aisle and alter decorations, lighting, and accent details.
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Mary & Galen Wedding - Ceremony Arch Greenery and White Flowers - The Hudson Hotel NYC - Photography by Jac and Thom

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Your Complete Guide To Bridal Veils

by Kate Murphy

From the earrings to the shoes, bridal accessories are key to pulling together your look for the big day. And for many brides, the veil is of particular importance. But with so many styles to choose from, how do know which is the right one for you?

Mary & Galen Wedding – Ceremony Arch Greenery and White Flowers – The Hudson Hotel NYC – Photography by Jac and Thom

After seeing countless stunning veils featured in our Real BB Weddings, we suggest to first think about the most piece in a bride’s closet – the gown. Consider the veil as something that complements your gown – it should accentuate, not distract, from the gown’s overall beauty and style. To help the bride-to-be in search of the perfect headpiece, we put together a complete guide to bridal veils so you look and feel your best walking down the aisle!
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Interview with Laura Hooper of Laura Hooper Calligraphy

by Kate Murphy

In the age of social media and digital everything, more and more couples want something beautiful, handmade and unique to commemorate their special day. There has been a renaissance of the art of handwriting in recent years thanks to master calligrapher Laura Hooper. We sat down to discuss her beautiful art and business!

Laura Hooper – via lhcalligraphy.com

Calligraphy literally means “beautiful handwriting” in Greek. First appearing around 600 BC in Rome, calligraphy was a highly regarded form of artistic expression, later used to adorn the pages of sacred religious texts. In China, calligraphy was the most revered visual art form, valued above painting and sculpture. With its focus on speed, streamlined methods, and sleek minimalist design, the modern age sought a new way communicate words on the page. Print and typefaces were introduced and soon handwritten letters were replaced with ones generated on a typewriter. Today, notes, no matter how important, are often reduced to a quick text or email. Despite this digital age, we’ve definitely noticed this trend in the wedding industry and were actually introduced to Laura’s stunning hand calligraphy work through a Real BB Wedding.
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Teak & Bottle Vase - via anthropologie.com

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Bride & Blossom’s Holiday Gift Guide 2017

by Kate Murphy

Does it feel like you spend more time running around trying to find the perfect holiday gifts than actually enjoying the spirit of the season? Well, Bride & Blossom is here to help! We’ve got you covered whether you are on the hunt for beauty and wellness luxuries, warm and cozy winter necessities, or gorgeous home decor. Read on to get our ultimate gift guide full of creative and unique ideas sure to make your friends and loved ones gasp with delight.

Venus Earrings – via metmuseum.org

Perfect for any occasion, these stunning earrings from the Metropolitan Museum of Art are inspired by those worn by the Roman goddess in the famous work Venus in Front of a Mirror by master painter Peter Paul Rubens.
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Alexandra & Jason Wedding - Wedding Party - Tribeca Rooftop - Photography by Natural Expressions

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Dreamy Winter Wedding Photo Ideas for the New York Bride

by Kate Murphy

New York City transforms into an enchanted wonderland during winter. Snow dusts the streets, buildings, and trees, bestowing a soft, quiet hush everywhere. When it comes to wedding photos, brides planning their winter nuptials in the Big Apple have much to be excited for. It may be be cold, but you have a romantic backdrop of glimmering snow and festive decor to work with. Iconic places like Central Park and the Brooklyn Bridge as well as hidden gems like a quaint pub or picturesque street set the scene to make the most unforgettable wedding photos.

Winter Wedding Photo Ideas NYC – New York Public Library – via pinterest.com

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle: It’s Going To Be A Royal Wedding Like Never Before

by Kate Murphy

After much speculation, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle announced their engagement. Prince Harry kept the proposal traditional and intimate, getting down on one knee over a chicken dinner at their cottage. Taken by surprise, Meghan said “yes” before he even had a chance to present the the ring, which was custom-made using his mother Princess Diana’s diamonds, and a central stone from Botswana, a place of special meaning to the humanitarian couple.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle – Engagement Photo – via usmagazine.com

We couldn’t be more excited! And we’re certainly not alone on this, but Prince Harry and Meghan come across as different in comparison to other famous royal pairings. Perhaps it’s because he is the younger, more rebellious prince who got caught doing the same stupid things we did in college. Maybe it’s because she’s an American actress we already know from a popular television show. They seem relatable and down to earth, more like a couple you’d see nestled in a booth at a pub than seated side-by-side on thrones.
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