the fairmount bride

Cute Nicknames

The USPS is living up to its nickname, snail mail.  It seems that the CD of images from the wedding is slowly making its way to me, and so I am unable to upload any pictures of the event without it.  Boo!  The good news is that I spent the weekend dissecting the website of images, so I will be ready to go when they get here. 

But, while we are on the subject of nicknames, I loved this idea from a wedding recently shot by Marie Labbancz.

  

The bride and groom used their nicknames for one another to designate their chairs.  I think it is an adorable and unique way to distinguish where you belong!  Plus, if any day of your life is exceptable to use cutesy nicknames for one another, this would be it!

(photo from Marie Labbancz)

They're Here!

I am so excited!!  The pictures from the photographer came today and they look amazing!  I am going to hold off on blogging for the next couple of days to sort through them and resume next week with all the details of the wedding.  Have a great weekend and see you Monday!

Great Bridesmaid Gift

One thing that I struggled with during the later stages of wedding planning was what to get for my bridesmaid's.  I had three of them, my sister being my maid of honor and my two childhood friends.  I knew I wanted to do something that was meaningful, but also useful, and wouldn't wind up in a drawer, never to be seen again.  So, for the practical, I bought them dark pink wraps, to use the night of the wedding in case they got chilly.  And, for the sentimental, I got them gold letter tag necklaces from Lotus Jewelry Studio, a seller on Etsy. 

  

The girls really liked them, and I liked giving them because it would be something that always reminded them of that weekend.  Courtney was super easy to work with, and changed a couple of things about the design to customize them for me.  These are definitely worth a look if you are like me and in need of a good gift for your girls.  

(photo from Lotus Jewelry Studio)   

Budget Inspiring

I saw this picture and thought immediately of all brides who are looking to keep their costs under control.  I know that everyone wants lots of beautiful floral decoration, but if you can't afford it, look towards something more simple, but equally as charming.

 

These were a bride's DIY project, and I think they are perfect.  I particularly like how the flower is a bit off center in the vase, adding a bit of an artsy edge.  And by choosing a larger flower, you won't have to buy as many to fill your vases. 

(photo by Jocely Filley )

A Little Bit Corny

Well, actually, not corny at all.  I think that per the usual Martha , hit the nail on the head with these super cute cornhusk votives.  Now that fall is in full force, these little gems just give off such a warm and inviting glow.  And most definitely would tie nicely into the season.  

  

Add them to a rustic inspired affair and they are sure to be a hit!

(Photo from Martha Stewart)  

Faabbuulous Color Combo

What a stunning color combination at this wedding!  The flowers are such magnificent shades of purples and dark pinks, which goes wonderfully with the platinum linens.  And for a perfect accent, the spots of robin's egg blue make it just gorgeous!

  

Who doesn't love the personalized cake topper?!  If I had only known!!  

(photos from Amy Squires)  

A Love For Me, and The Game

I am officially all over the place.  Sorry for the randomness of the posts this week, but I wanted to put this picture up because I can't wait for the "real" picture of it.  We all know his love, our love, of the Phillies.  Well, one of my very cool bridesmaids got me this jersey for a bridal shower gift, long before they made history by winning it all.  However, given the circumstances that surrounded our wedding, it was only fitting that we incorporate it...

 

Like I said, it isn't the professional shot, which by the way, I can't wait for, but I had to put it up anyway.  Love it!   

RSVP

I have made an executive decision to hold on off on wedding posts, or at least posts about my wedding, until I am able to get my hands on our professional pictures.   I want to show you all so many things, but want to give it all the credit it deserves.  Until then, I will post as normal. 

Today, my good friend Beth's wedding invitation came in the mail.  I love how perfect they are for her and her fiance Greg, colors, texture, font, everything.  And what I especially love is the response card.  A blank card, asking for your response by December 5th, and nothing else on it.  I think these are such a neat idea!

 

I know there is a million ways to shape your response card, but I like that this gives your guests the opportunity to write a little message, expressing their excitement about attending your wedding.  How much more fun to open a hand written note, than a card with a box checked off!  Bravo!

(photo from Minted)

Pictures, Pictures Everywhere

Day two back in reality and nothing is getting any easier.  I am still completely in lala land, sorting through the hundreds of pictures of the weekend that I have been getting from friends and family.  There is so much to write about, and yet I have no idea where to begin.  So, I will tell you about the albums that I discovered before I left by Bridget Bullen. 

  

  

I had always thought that rather than a traditional wedding album, I wanted to take our photographer's pictures and put something together that was a better representation of us.  Something that would sit out on a coffee table, not buried underneath it.  These albums will give me just the opportunity to do that!   You can completely customize your book, picking your bookcloth and cover paper, even have it gold stamped with your names and date.  And she uses archival paper made from 100 percent post-consumer waste manufactured in a low-emissions plant, which makes me feel all environmentally friendly. 

I can't wait to get myself in gear to take the mountains of pictures and compile them into one place, that will be easily accessible and promise wonderful memories everytime I open it. 

(photos from Bridget Bullen)

What A Long, Strange Trip It's Been

I think I still may be in shock at the events that have transpired over the last two weeks.  First off, WE'RE MARRIED! 

And second off, the Phillies actually won the World Series!

 

I kinda, sorta, truly and completely am still speechless about the events that transpired over the past fourteen days.  It has been so amazing and something I will never forget.  As you can tell, I am still trying to collect myself and pull my head out of the clouds.  Once I manage to do that, I will share all the details that made our wedding weekend absolutely perfect.  

In the meantime, check out Snippet & Ink's real wedding feature on MB & Otis.  I'm so happy they were featured, and even more ecstatic that it was on my actual wedding day! 

(photos from my personal collection and The New York Times)