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Wednesday, September 5, 2012

{Inspiration Board} Travel Themed Wedding Inspiration

A Journey for a Lifetime

Oh I love travel - from around the block to across the globe, there is something about how it expands the mind, enlivens your senses, and enriches your life. For all you lovers of the open road, a destination or travel themed wedding is an extension of your love of new experiences and adventures. Speaking of which, did you see Monday's gorgeous Paris engagement session? Le Swoon!

Go vintage or modern, this theme is chic, unique, and full of endless options. Get as creative as you can imagine; there are just so many way to go - antique suitcases, globes and maps, compasses, airline tickets and planes, postcards old and new, flags and photos.

suitcase, tags, journey sign | compass cake | favor box | map flags, suitcase | invitation, Eiffel Tower | shoes, airplanes

I love this theme for the couple who travels together, maybe met on the road, or is taking a megamoon. A wedding trend for 2013, more and more couples are embarking on a megamoon adventure, a long, extended honeymoon (months and years) usually involving serious global travel. I actually took an eleven month megamoon with my husband and it was an amazing unforgettable bonding experience!

tags | plane tag | pinwheel | escort cards | maps, couple | invitations | globe rings | postcards | travel charm

If I were to get married again, I would do it travel style! Putting together these boards got all my wedding planning juices flowing! If you are using this theme for your wedding, PLEASE send me an email with pictures so we can share them on the blog!

What decor ideas do you have for a travel theme? Centerpieces, favors, place cards? What is your favorite travel decoration? Maps, suitcases, globes? Inquiring minds want to know! Join us over on PINTEREST for other great travel wedding ideas.
Happy Planning,

Monday, April 23, 2012

{Global Wedding Inspiration} Spotlight: Scotland

Happy Monday my de Lovlies! I am so excited to share this {Global Inspiration Board} with you today: Scotland in honor of an upcoming Real Wedding submitted by one of the de Lovely Affair readers. YES, we will feature your wedding if you submit professional photographs and your story to us! Anyway, I was so inspired by her gorgeous pictures that I thought you might enjoy a little tease....you don't get her yet but here is a little something to wet your appetite. I will just say it is a stunning, vintage, art deco wedding that is NOT to be missed!

{Global Wedding Inspiration Board No. 3} SPOTLIGHT: Scotland

Clover | Chapel | Couple | Cross

Groomsmen | Plaid Aisle | Flowers | Piper

Ring Exchange | Castle | Invitation

When I think of Scotland, what comes to mind is bagpipes and castles, a land steeped in mystery and tradition, rustic ruins and luxuary surroundings, kilts and tartan plaids, highlands and strong accents you can hardly understand but are cool nonetheless. Well, it is all that and so much more says the folks over at LITU, Scottish Wedding Consultants:

(It is ) a combination of pride of its people, the history, beautiful locations, the groom in a tartan plaid, a piper in his traditional No.1 regalia and the opportunity to hold your wedding in the finest Scottish wedding venues, a castle or mansion house in an ancient country steeped in Celtic mystique and character.

Full of culture, charm, and character, getting married in Scotland, despite being a little harder in terms of travel, is relatively easy in terms of marriage requirements as there is no residency law. File your appropriate paperwork with the Registrar General of Scotland (info HERE), speak to the parish priest if you want a church wedding, civil and humanist ceremonies are both recognized and two witnesses are required for all marriages! You can find more info at Wedding Guide UK.

via Michael Kent Photography

Choosing Scotland for your wedding is a great way to celebrate heritage and family roots if you have Scottish ancestry. But let's face it, most couples won't be traveling to Scotland to get married and simple touches of Scottish culture throughout your wedding celebration will work equally well. Think invitations, music, color and textures. I wrote this Guest Post for the Wedding Window blog about adding culture to your wedding. Hope it is helpful for planning your big day.

Have you ever thought of getting married in another country? Where and why not? We say GO FOR IT! Let us know with a comment below.

Have a deLicious day,

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Tuesday, February 28, 2012

{Global Inspiration Board} Moroccan Color Scheme...Go Bold or Go Home

I am thinking hard on Spring and Spring makes me think of colors and color transports me to some wonderfully exotic places around the world. Today: Morocco

The idea of Morocco carries with it a certain air of mystery and romance, danger and revelry. An ancient land steeped in history, culture, and customs comes alive with bustling market places bursting with color, heavenly aromas wafting through the air, exotic flavors teasing your tongue, fabrics, rugs, silk, and chiffon covering every surface, pleasing to the touch and the eye. With Morocco, every sense is tantalized, offering a treasure trove of decorating and wedding ideas for those who dare to be so bold.

Opulent and vivid, bold and rich perfectly describe the Morrocan color palette; think burgundy, purple, gold, teal, blue, tan, and a shade of deep orange, colors that speak of ancient times when fabric was hand dyed using elements of the earth. Let this be your jumping off point in our Global Inspiration: Morocco.