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Blue Themed Wedding Sweetheart Table Ideas

Brides are feeling blue, that is when it comes to their wedding day color theme. Here are some ideas to add pop to your guest tables or create a stunning sweetheart table. Save the decor and recreate that magical look for your first anniversary dinner. Accents by Sage Floral Design

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Wedding Trends 2024: Pearl White

Get ready to elevate your white wedding game with some shiny pearls! Sprinkle some magic on your sweetheart table or shop our curated collection to add some pizzazz to your intimate celebration. Let’s make some unforgettable memories together!

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2024 Wedding Trend: Wedding Day Shots

When it comes to planning food and drink on your big day, it can be hard to narrow down what you want to serve your guests. A great way to start your reception off with a bang is a customized shot for your guests! There are so many options for

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Wedding Trends: Sage Green

Our sage green color palette is versatile and great for spring. Take a look at our styled shoot, shot by Eye Connoisseur and taken at Orchard Creek Lodge.

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Fall Wedding Trends 2023

This autumnal wedding themed shoot is everything you need when planning your fall wedding! Warm and cozy is exactly how your wedding day should feel.

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Angel Wing Aspirations

A country wedding doesn’t mean hay bales and burlap. Angel Wing Farm is green, rustic, and in the pretty Rancho Murieta countryside, yet suited for this glamorous wedding theme. The round infinity arch, covered in lush greens and fresh pink and white seasonal flowers, transforms from ceremony to sweetheart table.

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Wedding Trends 2021: Tropical

one table, two looks One benefit of micro weddings is decor is taking center stage. With the sweetheart table being the focus and just a few guest tables, take your ceremony and micro wedding to the max! This trendy tropical theme is very classy and incorporates vintage and modern touches

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Wedding Trends 2021: Signature Cocktails with Appetizers

Planning for an intimate wedding? Want an amazing cocktail hour prior to the reception? We teamed up J.J. Pfister Distilling with KMG Cuisine and challenged them to create some signature drinks and bites for any pre-wedding party or celebration. the bridal blush This cocktail starts as a “mocktail” punch so

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Bridal Fashions & Beauty

Bridesmaid Gowns in Fall Colors from Azazie

Ready to start shopping for your bridesmaid in your Fall wedding? Or have you chosen a color palette in Very Berry, Periwinkle, Pine, Paprika, Butterscotch, Terra Cotta, Olive, Champagne Rose? Azazie has some amazing, yet affordable gowns for everyone in your wedding party. These party dresses, for any formal occasion

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Wedding Trends 2021: Rustic Bar

Outdoor wedding? Check. Rustic? Check. Upscale? Check. Bar to match? Check. That’s what the Event Guru did with this wooden, rustic, custom-made bar. Built at an angle, it can be displayed in a corner. Flip it around and your bartender has great space to mix and serve. Great guest management

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Rich Colors

Get inspired for your intimate wedding or engagement party with this beautiful table in purples and golds.

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Modern Boho

A modern boho wedding theme for these Sacramento area brides in Lillian West by Justin Alexander from Second Summer Bride. Flowers by Accents by Sage. Photos by Capture Create Studios.

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What’s Your Look?

Take a look at some fabulous special occasion looks for a night out, bridesmaid or wedding guest or engagement party. Hair and makeup to jewelry, what’s your look?

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Love Tahoe

Want a gorgeous backdrop for your wedding? Tahoe is the place. KABOO Photography and Accents by Sage took a little drive and put together this stylish intimate micro wedding with some of the latest trends for 2020.

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Elegant Vows

Ready for the most elegant and magical micro wedding imaginable? This real-life couple brought the passion and the romance in this styled shoot designed and photographed by Samantha May Photography! Located in one of Northern California’s most gorgeous settings, this secluded countryside at Wolfe Heights Estate boasts the perfect backdrop

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Second Summer Bride – Lillian West by Tony Mentel

As a woman of color, it has always been unusual not being able to see my reflection as a beauty standard once I moved here from Puerto Rico. Going through design school, I promised myself that given an opportunity, I would try to change that. Well lucky enough I had

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Boho Bridesmaid Dresses

Bridal brand Azazie just launched a new bridesmaid collection that you will actually want to wear again after the wedding! Their new Boho Collection features effortless, free-spirited, feminine dresses inspired by global destinations. This collection is flirty, breezy and playful and each dress is perfect for a beach wedding, sunset nuptials in

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Second Summer Bride Fashion Finds

Always the front-runner on new and consignment gowns, Second Summer Bride has an incredible selection of gowns for everyone. These are just some of the latest gowns you’ll find at their shop in Sacramento. [GOWNS] Second Summer Bride [VENUE] The Ridge Golf Club [PHOTOGRAPHER] Capture Create Studios[FLOWERS] Accents by Sage

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Mansion Magic

Magic is in the air…Grand Island Mansion is all about amazing weddings. Whether out on the grounds, or inside the mansion, you’re bound to have the event of your dreams. Whether a quiet Sunday morning intimate affair, to a large family gathering in the tent, this venue can take care

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Picture Perfect Looks

Your wedding day. A celebration you’ve just spent an amazing amount of time into planning. Now it’s time to focus on you – your dress, accessories and look. While some of you may be very good at applying your own makeup, or styling your hair, the rest of us not

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Elegant Garden

Peaceful, shaded and private, The Palms in Chico is a hidden gem. The team at We Do Designs created this elegant ceremony and reception for an elegant garden wedding to remember. White, ivory and blush paired with willowy draping and you’ve got a glamorous ceremony site. Inside, we find a

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Second Summer Bride – Always in Fashion

Second Summer Bride specializes in gowns you’ll want to say yes to! Consignment as well as vintage and designer gowns, you’re likely to find just the right dress at the right price. Here are some samples of dresses you’ll find. The beautiful backdrop is Harmony Ridge Lodge in Nevada City.

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NEW! Foil-Pressed Invites – Sale on any Save-The-Dates

Metallic options are trending in weddings for 2019 and 2020. Gold, silver, copper are all popular. Foil has always been a favorite of mine – back to my print shop days. When a client wanted a business system that really popped, foil was the obvious choice. Today, it’s not quite

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The Sparkler Exit

It used to be tradition to throw rice as the couple left the ceremony to the reception. However, most venues these days have restrictions on what you can toss. Rice is bad for the birds, bird seed is messy. Flower petals are pretty, but leave behind a mess too. And

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Bridesmaid Dresses You Can Wear After the Wedding

Always a bridesmaid? Maybe it’s time to change it up with some of these designs from Azazie. Turn your big day into a disco party with our Dua! She is our retro-inspired jumpsuit with a backless V-neck halter bodice and rhinestone button closure. Her wide-leg pant silhouette comes with side

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Espirit D’Elegance

The elegant outdoor space at Sheldon Inn was perfect for this modern and glamorous evening wedding. From Rolls Royce to lush table settings, art, and specialty lighting, the end result was Esprit d’Elegance. Whether a rehearsal dinner or intimate wedding, make the day glow! What’s trending? Dark and dramatic linens

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Evening Glam

Glamour is in for 2019! And glam it up we did at the classy Vizcaya Pavilion & Mansion in Sacramento. Our stylist, Kami Storz of Sound Image Entertainment wanted to display something clean and elegant and with the help of other creative vendors, created this stunning evening wedding. The ceremony

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Sparkle Bridal Fashion Winter/Spring 2019

Always a trend setter in the local Sacramento bridal scene, Sparkle Bridal Couture has these latest looks for our curvy brides. Always amazing and beautiful for any body! Shot on location at the elegant Catta Verdera Country Club in Lincoln. SPARKLE bride Rebecca is wearing Haldisa, a breathtaking A-line SPARKLE

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5 Unique Wedding Favor Ideas

Considering that the biggest and the most highly anticipated day is coming your way, you can’t focus on everything at once. You have to start planning months in advance in order to make everything perfect. Of course, you and your wedding gown will be the most talked about topic, but

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Magical Meadow

The ceremony site was draped and decorated with colorful flowers, aisle hooks and hanging colored candle holders. Stunning! Tuscan Brown chairs were brought in for the ceremony and draped with runners in ivory and lace. Ivory linens on banquet style tables were complemented by Golden Breeze glass chargers and decorated

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Avoid a Cosmetic Disaster before Your Wedding

Our wedding is definitely not the day for us to be dealing with a cosmetic disaster. We spend so many months planning every detail only to have it ruined by a face full of pimples or a botched procedure? Absolutely not, we can’t allow that. Ladies, we deserve that perfect

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Second Summer Bride – Fall 2018 Fashion

You can always find something to suit your taste and budget at Second Summer Bride. With hundreds of dresses from top designers, there is always something new and unique to find. [VENUE] Sheldon Inn [PHOTOGRAPHER] Lolita Vasquez Photography [FLOWERS] Accents by Sage Floral Design [HAIR / MAKEUP] Thee Makeup Girl

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Her Morning Elegance

[Photography/Art Directions]  Sephory Photography – @sephoryphotography [Stationery]  Adorn Invitations – @adorninvitations [Venue]  Windsor Hotel – @hotel_windsor [Model]  Selma from Chadwick Models – @selmalunde [Dresses]  Galia Lahav – @galialahav Cassandra Renee – @cassandrareneecouture Eternal Bridal – @eternalbridal [Crowns]  Viktoria Novak – @viktorianovak [Flowers]  Chloe Lashay Floristry – @chloelashayfloristry [Wedding Invitations]  Bwedding

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Spring Forward: Up and Coming Wedding Trends to Look For

The summer wedding season has just ended, but couples are already preparing for their 2019 nuptials. If you’re getting married next year, then chances are you’ve already started thinking about the special touches you’d like to incorporate into your ceremony and reception. Trends in the wedding industry come and go

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Why Aren’t Mermaid Wedding Dresses Universal for All Brides?

The Beautiful Mermaid Wedding Dress When thinking about the ideal wedding gown, most brides include mermaid wedding dresses in their list as a perfect option that will definitely work. This type of gown is highly appreciated for feminine vibe, romantic spirit and ability to show off those sweet curves. Mermaid

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Decor Profile: Harmon & Betha

Be social media worthy with a glamorous reception! Blush and white, gold and mirrors, this incredible celebration went beyond the pale. Mirrored furniture reflected all the beauty surrounding it and became the focal point for the wedding festivities. Clear is a new trend shown here in classic candelabras, chargers, glassware

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Day of the Dead

Day of the Dead. When this theme popped up during a brainstorming session, we knew the exact place to make it a reality. Mission on the Hill in Vacaville was the perfect fit – as a modern facility built to replicate an old California mission, it was ideal! The color

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Sparkle Bridal Couture – Summer/Fall 2018

Always a front-runner in bridal fashion, Sparkle Bridal Couture shared a few of the dresses currently available for curvy brides sizes 14-30. Lace, exquisite beading, mix and match creations, trending shades are just some of the gowns this Sacramento bridal store carries. Here are a few of the wedding gowns

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Dessert & Decor

Your wedding cake is a work of art and don’t be afraid to showcase it! Whether your event budget is big or small, give the cake table some extra love! A touch of greenery for an already artistic cake, silky linens and candles, little flowers and signage, and glamour to

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Clean & Clear

With the Tower Bridge just steps from the entrance to Embassy Suites Sacramento Riverfront Promenade, we had to set up our first ceremony site with it in view. With such a scenic backdrop, we didn’t need to add much to the spacious outdoor patio. A draped altar, clear hanging vases

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Fall 2018 Bridal Fashion

The bridal fashion experts at A|E Bridal in Yuba City and Chico were kind enough to share some of the top trends this Fall in wedding gowns. Lace of course is still going strong but beads, crepe, layers, sleeves and lace or floral pattern are HOT! Fleur De Lis Blush

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Modern Metallic

Bold, elegant and modern describe this treatment of ballroom and ceremony garden at Hilton Sacramento Arden West! With the help of great design team, wedding planner Stephanie Webber of A Daydream Wedding made this space look absolutely stunning. We knew we had something special here when even the Hilton’s staff

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True Romance

Weddings are romance, and in this case it was very true with our real life couple, Yuri & Stephen Lott. Newly married, this beautiful couple came out with us to the Grand Island Mansion.  Our love birds arrived in a horse-drawn carriage, shared a first look, then headed off to

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Bridal Bouquets – What’s Your Style?

BOHEMIAN Loosely arranged with dangling greens like eucalyptus and an assortment of seasonal blooms from roses to lilies. Oversized and free form. BRIGHTS Spring time is great for an assortment of bright and lively colors. Peonies, sweet pea, freesia makes an incredibly fragrant bouquet. Let the cheery palette reflect your

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Wedding Table Trends: Light to Dark with Clear Elements

Signature White Starting with light, our stylist Liz of Signature Events and Design went with clean and bright with some shimmer. White linen with sheer chiffon sparkle overlay, white chargers, napkin and chair. Simple glass water goblets and varying clear candle holders with LED candles complete this sparkling table top.

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Bohemia, The King of Punjabi Rap

Bohemia and Sunny Celebrating their Anniversary Contemporary Fusion Style Sacramento Bride and Groom is delighted to feature Bohemia and his beautiful wife Sunny as they were preparing to celebrate their third anniversary. Sunny was gracious enough to answer a few questions for us. How did you meet? We met casually

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Garden Delight

Neutrals are trending, and perfect for clients who want a simple, and elegant look. This gorgeous Shantung Coppen Blue, adds a stunning experience in the centerpieces, napkins, cake table and welcome table linens. This contrast can be implemented in any setting whether it be rustic, traditional or modern. Be social

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Willowby by Watters

Effortless styling meets slim silhouettes with romantic elements, playing with the moon and stars. Ayperi Wrap Badri Brienne Corella Desipna Elara Galatea Gemini Hester Levana Lian Libra Luna Mandara Nova Orion Saros Virgo Find Willowby at Always Elegant Bridal

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Fresh Country

ceremony setting Green grass, mature oak, idyllic pond and rustic barn are the setting for this rustic theme. For the ceremony, a mixture of benches and chairs, flower arrangements along the grassy aisle, while lighted rattan orbs hang from the majestic oak. Simple and tasteful, it complemented the natural beauty

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Beauty and The Beast Theme Wedding

When the live action version of Beauty and The Beast came out we knew the perfect place to make this theme come to life. The Grand Island Mansion was of course happy to oblige, since they were fans themselves. With elegant touches added to the Collonade Room and dramatic lighting

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SPARKLE Bridal Couture 2018 Spring Fashion
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SPARKLE Spring 2018 Styled Fashion Shoot Video

We are delighted to share this collaboration with Stephanie Webber of A Daydream Wedding and Sparkle Bridal Couture. We've had the pleasure of working with Stephanie for a few years now and watching her business grow. She is organized, creative and the ready for any challenge. Sparkle Bridal Couture specializes
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Modest by Mon Cheri

[dt_photos_jgrid number="-1" target_height="300" padding="5" category="modest-mon-cheri-bridal-products"] Mon Cheri Bridals offers a collection of modest wedding dresses that offer both classic style and on-trend design, that honors your traditions, values and integrity. Don't miss the Modest by Mon Cheri event this week at Always Elegant Bridal.
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Bridal Braids

Looking for the perfect boho braid for your wedding? Crimson Rose Hair and Makeup Artistry is the go-to studio for braids. Having a true passion for hair, they have grown and created a thriving business in the wedding industry. Here are a some of their creations. [PHOTOS] Aria Photography

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Country Dream

THE VENUEThis majestic working olive grove surrounded by picturesque hills is Seka Hills, across from Cache Creek Casino. The photos were taken while the fires in Napa were still going, otherwise you’d see the sweeping landscape of trees and golden hills. The majestic oak close to the event space makes

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Vintage Glamour by An Impressive Event at Sacramento's Vizcaya Pavilion and Mansion on Sacbride.com
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Vintage Glamour

If you love vintage weddings, what can be more glamorous than Vizcaya for this beautiful display? Karen Caskey of An Impressive Event coordinated this stunning display of blush, gold and ivory with vintage tableware and decor pieces. The tables were adorned with pale pink sequin linens, head table with ruffles.

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Craft Beer Wedding Chic

Craft beer has exploded in Sacramento, and we at the magazine are excited to see it making its way into weddings. After brewing a special batch of beer just for pre-wedding parties and receptions, we had some fun setting up a craft beer inspired reception and entry table. Hops were

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Fashion Forward: Bridal Styles for Spring 2018

sheer illusions Illusion gowns have been very popular the last year or so, but now designers are kicking it up a notch. Asa from Watters is the perfect marriage of tradition and evolution. The softly shaped A-line skirt flows from a natural waist, while the Moraea lace placed on illusion

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Urban Chic

The coordination team at Something Planned Events pulled together this great urban chic theme which suited this intimate space perfectly. With tons of exposed brick inside and out plus polished cement floors, it was easy to add a little rustic and glam to the room. A farm table was designated

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At the Altar, Wedding Decor for the Ceremony

What do you do with a with a lot of blank space and wedding decor to add? Paved patios, wooden decks, outdoor lighting, numerous flowerbeds and large mature trees without any buildings to work in or around. Why, you create 3 different designs for the ceremony of course! First was

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Bright & Bold Bridal Shower

Brighten IT UP! While you may be thinking pastels for the wedding day, break out the color for the pre-wedding celebrations. Bold and cheerful colors make it clear that fun was the theme of this girls gathering. On a private patio we put together a color scheme that really pops,

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