Congratulations you are Engaged!!! The Flowers!!

Let's Talk About Your Flowers...

Do you want your flowers to create a simple, or a chic, or a rustic, or romantic, or a classic feeling. What is your favorite flower? What do your wedding flowers symbolize? What colors do you like? What flowers are best for Winter, Spring, Summer, Or Fall weddings? Is it Okay to think outside the box?  Is it alright to just have greenery? What will my flowers cost?

The list goes on and on...

 There is a lot of information out there, and everyone has an opinion from Pinterest to old school magazines. It can be a bit overwhelming and cause your thoughts of wedding flowers to run a muck!

Lets start by making some good decisions...

 Establish your flower style. What are your Floral needs, a bouquet, centerpieces, boutonnieres? What is your budget? Get recommendations. Set up a time to chat. Any florist worth their weight in flowers will reign you in and help you stay on track. It is very important to clearly communicate with the florist YOUR vision for YOUR wedding day. This will help ensure that you have the wedding flowers you have always dreamed of. It is also important to use the right words and share with your florist your thoughts so everyone is on the same page. Adding flowers to your wedding is the icing on the cake. Your flowers will set the tone of your wedding by creating a beautiful atmosphere. 

 Flowers bring everything to life...

Did you know that different flowers have different meanings...

 Take roses for example, they have different meanings for different colors. A red rose stands for Passion, a orange rose is Enthusiastic, a white rose means Purity, A pink one represents Joy...

I am a sucker for David Austin  English roses...

What flowers do you love???

A little bit of History...

In Ancient Rome, brides carried or wore flower garlands, believing that flowers signify new beginnings, fidelity and hope of fertility. In the Middle Ages, strong-smelling herbs and spices were thought to ward off and drive away evil spirits, bad luck, ill health and help mask the smell of body odor.

The history of the boutonniere dates back to the 16th century. "Boutonniere" is a French word meaning "Buttonhole Flower"  

it was first meant to keep evil away.

  In Queen Victoria's day. Victoria had an attention for detail and lavish staging, especially flower symbolism. She heaped her ceremony with cut and blooming flowers, and wore a crown of orange blossoms (a symbol of chastity) in her hair, sparking a craze for bridal flower crowns.

 Tossing the bouquet is a tradition that stems from England. Women used to try to rip pieces of the bride's dress and flowers in order to obtain some of her good luck. To escape from the crowd the bride would toss her bouquet and run away.

Flower Quotes...

I must have flowers always and always... Claude Monet

Flowers are the music of the earth... Marty Rubin 

She is like a wildflower beautiful, fierce, and free...

Flowers are loves truest language... Park Benjamin 

Let your joy burst forth like flowers in the spring...

And my favorite flower quote... 

  If I had a Flower for every time I thought of you I could walk in my garden forever... Alfred Lord Tennyson

 There is an endless array of  beautiful flowers springing anew everyday from Gods earthly gardens... Nancy Kruse

 

For each and every feeling you want to express on your wedding day, there is flower out there for you to make your day special...

Whatever your style, be true to yourself and what you envision for your wedding day...

 Blessings, Nancy and Kelly...

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Look for our future blog post for more wedding tips, photos, fun and information.

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It never rains in Southern California, or does it...

Lets talk about the weather...


Since we here, in Lovely Sunny Southern California are experiencing a much wetter season than normal.We have decided to do a little post on rainy day weddings. I am sure it has crossed your mind once or twice. Especially those of you who are getting married in the next few months...

What do we do in case it rains?


You don’t have to let bad weather put a damper on your big day. Actually rain is suppose to be a blessing for the bride and groom. Instead of worrying about something that is completely out of your control, find out how to use the rain to make your day incredible!  Get together with your coordinator and create a back up plan in advance! A good Coordinator will have already been in contact with your venue to find out what their plan of action is for rainy days. Don't wait until the night before. We tell our couples to start watching the extended weather about 2 weeks out from your wedding date. If the weather is changing then put your backup plan into action.


Making the Most of your Rainy Day Wedding!!



  Create a Cozy environment...

 

 


Rain boots & umbrellas 
can add a touch of whimsy to your wedding day!

 Take Romantic Photos...

Embrace the day, Make it a magic moment...

Rainy weather makes for some Awesome photos...

All photos are from Pinterest



Come rain or Shine. When it is all said and done at the end of the day you are married to the love of your life!  Rain might not be what you were hoping for, but if planned ahead properly, it will be a day that you and your guest will be talking about for years to come. Your wedding could end up being better than you could have possibly imagined...

Whatever your style, be true to yourself and what you envision for your wedding day...

 Blessings, Nancy and Kelly...

Reviews: The Knot

Look for our future blog post for more wedding tips, photos, fun and information.

For more wedding inspiration check out our boards on Pinterest

/https://www.pinterest.com/koordinationsbykelly1/boards/

 https://www.pinterest.com/Vintagelovin1/

Please check out our sister companies for your wedding needs...

Bridal Entourage, Touched by Time, Trailer Gypsies Photo Booth   Koordinations by Kelly

 Follow us all on Instagram...

 https://www.instagram.com/koordinationsbykelly/

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Congratulations Your Engaged!!! The Desserts!!

Let's Talk About Your Desserts...

Its not just about the Cake anymore. You can get Sooooo creative and serve up desserts that represent you both. There are many options to choose from. The dessert bar has been trending for awhile now and it looks like it is here to stay. So if you just want Cake, just desserts or a little mix of both. Go for it!! 
Make it memorable and have some fun with it...

Who doesn't LOVE Desserts!!! 
Here are some fun Alternatives for you and your guest to enjoy.
 A sweet ending to your perfect day!

Photos from Pinterest and Touched by Time

Pie Please....

Cookies and Milk...

The Doughnut Bar...

Breakfast for Dessert....

Mixing it up with Cake and Desserts...

Let's get semi Naked...

We all scream for ice cream...

Sending S'more Love your way...

 Remember your options are endless and there is no wrong way to serve up these sweet confections....

Our Local Baker The Fix Catering

Whatever your style, be true to yourself and what you envision for your wedding day...

 Blessings, Nancy and Kelly...

Reviews: The Knot

Look for our future blog post for more wedding tips, photos, and information.

For more wedding inspiration check out our boards on Pinterest

/https://www.pinterest.com/koordinationsbykelly1/boards/

 https://www.pinterest.com/Vintagelovin1/

Please check out our sister companies for your wedding needs...

Bridal Entourage, Touched by Time, Trailer Gypsies Photo Booth   Koordinations by Kelly

 Follow us all on Instagram...

 https://www.instagram.com/koordinationsbykelly/

 https://www.instagram.com/touchedbytime/

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Congratulations you are engaged!!! The DJ...

Let's talk about your DJ...

Your DJ is one of your most important vendors. They can make your break your wedding/reception!!

 Your DJ is going to help set the tone of the evening. That means that your DJ's style and personality needs to match what you are wanting for yourselves and your guests. One thing we suggest is to meet with your DJ in person to go over your vibe, music styles and your needs/wants. If you can't meet in person at least try to facetime and/or chat on the phone with them. You want to ensure that they have the right style and personality not only to match you and your fiancé, but to also manage your reception. That they can keep the flow of the evening running smoothly and that they are also a good MC. A good DJ usually provides service for your ceremony, cocktail hour and reception for up to 5 to 6 hours. Dance Lighting and wireless mic's for your wedding ceremony and reception. They are they there to ensure everyone has a good time.

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Once you find the right DJ you want to make sure that they can announce, communicate and articulate. Not only to your guests but also to your other vendors, especially with your coordinator. It’s also important that your DJ announces and makes sure that the right people are there with you to witness the special moments like cake cutting, first dance, bouquet toss etc...

Making your ceremony, cocktail hour & reception a success!! 

Your making your Grand Entrance and you hear the DJ announce for the first time  

LETS WELCOME...  MR & MRS... 

When it's time to have that First Dance with your Newly Married Sweetheart

and your DJ plays that special song that is so meaningful to you both...

A flood of memories come waltzing in as your Dad scoops you up in his arms with tears in his eyes for that special moment called the Father Daughter Dance...

or it's time for you and your guests to get your groove on, to celebrate and dance the night away...


 

 Its all about creating a positive experience for you an your guest to help create memories that will last a lifetime. When you flip on the radio and hear that special song it will transport you back to your wedding when you danced the night away to the music that was played by your incredible DJ...

Whatever your style, be true to yourself and what you envision for your wedding day...

 Blessings, Nancy and Kelly...

Reviews: The Knot

Look for our future blog post for more wedding tips, photos, and information.

For more wedding inspiration check out our boards on Pinterest

/https://www.pinterest.com/koordinationsbykelly1/boards/

 https://www.pinterest.com/Vintagelovin1/

Please check out our sister companies for your wedding needs...

Bridal Entourage, Touched by Time, Trailer Gypsies Photo Booth   Koordinations by Kelly

 Follow us all on Instagram...

 https://www.instagram.com/koordinationsbykelly/

 https://www.instagram.com/touchedbytime/

 https://www.instagram.com/bridalentourageteam/

 /https://www.instagram.com/trailergypsiesphotobooth/