If your seeking inspiration for your romantic vintage wedding, this inspiration board is for you!  Think delicate rose bouquets and floral arrangements, parasols to shade your guests from the summer sun, and vintage inspired invitations like this one from Tag and Company.  We love it!

From top left: bouquet photograph, Richelle Dante; parasol photograph, Leo Patrone; invitation, Tag and Company available at New and Blue; wedding dress, Elie Saab; bridesmaid dress photo, Perfect Bound Vintage blog; seat assignment photo, Zoom Photography.

We just love this!  Leave it up to Pink Blossom Events to create a spectacular event around the theme- Warrior Diva.  Pink Blossom Events makes a point to work with their clients to create an event that is truly creative and unique.  For this themed party, the warrior diva theme rang true from the custom menu and whimsical cake to “warrior” themed activities like coloring paper swords for kids and tarot card reading for adults.  “How creative!  For more details check out their blog.

Photographs from Lucas Mobely Photography, cake by Chocolaz Artisan Cakes.

Choosing your wedding color scheme is a pivotal decision which can help set a guideline for your other wedding decisions- think invitations, flowers, etc.  The wedding color palette influences the theme and mood of your wedding; from dress to decorations, color is a key! When I was perusing the web the other day I came across this great site that can help in creating your perfect wedding color combination.  The Palette Generator by Big Huge Labs creates a custom color palette based on a photograph.  I loved this photo of Sienna, Italy by Albert Hofmann and pictured is the corresponding color palette.  I think there are some gorgeous combinations for spring!

Adding various wedding traditions and customs to your wedding is a wonderful way to begin your new life together.  It is also an opportunity to share your family heritage with your guests while creating a day that is uniquely you.

Portland Wedding Photographer, Paul Rich Studio, has a post on his blog of a recent wedding where the couple not only wanted to honor their love for each other but also the Persian New Year.  The couple interwove various traditions and customs into their ceremony that made for a beautiful way to celebrate their marriage.  Visit Paul’s blog to read more about this post from April 3rd and see some fabulous photos from their wedding day.

Can’t quite find the perfect book to hold your treasured personal mementos and photographs?  New and Blue carries a wide variety of Rag and Bone guestbooks and photo albums.  With multiple pattern and color options in either silk, cotton, or printed papers, you can easily find the combination that will best compliment your special occasion.  We really like the digital photo albums because you can print your photos directly from your home printer to create your own personalized keepsake!

I talked to professional wedding photographer extraordinaire, Jessica Hill, to get the inside scoop on engagement and wedding photography. She gave some great tips… so I’ll share!

New and Blue: What should couples be looking for specifically when deciding on a wedding photographer?

 Jessica Hill: Couples should look for someone that they feel a personal connection with. Obviously, you should love their work as well, but if you’re uncomfortable with the person photographing you the photos might reveal that.

NB:  What tips can you give about attire or makeup for the couple for their engagement photo shoot?

 JH: I strongly discourage couples to wear patterns. If the couple sticks with solid colors the photos will stand out and look great! If you can get an outfit change in, I think it’s a great idea as well because it gives such a different look and variety. I usually recommend my clients wear jeans and t’s or sweaters for one look, and then switch it up half-way and change to a skirt or heels and for the guy, a dress shirt and tie. Moms like these too. J

NB: Are there any new photography styles or specific photo opportunities that you’re hearing about?

JH: Yes - all the time! Fusion is getting really big right now, which is the combination of photography and video. Also Boudoir photography is really hot right now. I call the Boudoir photos, Peek-a-Boo shoots and Read the rest of this entry »