photography: Nora Photography
On her wedding day, Laura was radiant. Though we’d love to take the credit (she chose Lea-Ann’s Bridget gown at Brides of Berkhamsted), we know the real reasons – a wonderful husband, beautiful son, and lovely October wedding day!
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May 9th, 2012
For a quick romance fix (or wedding ceremony reading inspiration), we present to you one of Shakespeare’s most famous sonnets, 116. You might remember it from English class or the super-swoony film featuring Kate Winslet, Emma Thompson, and Hugh Grant, Sense & Sensibility.
Either way, it’s a gorgeous sonnet that, once read, stays with you!
February 15th, 2012
One of us here at Lea-Ann Belter has bridal showers on the brain. A sister is getting married, and she is trying to plan a fun, modern party.
The favors are almost chosen, as is the décor, but lately she’s been worrying about what sort of games guests might play that the bride-to-be would enjoy. When our intrepid planner stumbled across the idea of newlywed mad libs, she was so excited we thought she’d won fabulous shoes!
So, of course, we had to share her find with you. With room to be sweet, sassy or even a little racy, filling out these mad libs is sure to be as much fun as reading them. Plus, they’d be great made into a little book as a keepsake for the bride-to-be.
December 6th, 2011
Planning a bridal shower but don’t want to go the traditional route? We’ve got four fun alternatives:
1. Yoga Class: Perfect for relaxing, yoga’s a huge favorite here at Lea-Ann Belter Bridal. Lots of studios will schedule a private class for groups, and afterwards everyone can head to a nearby café for a light lunch. If yoga’s not for the bride, you can substitute any kind of class – dance, pottery, cooking, flower arranging, cake decorating, knitting, etc.
2. Dinner and a Movie: Some theatres will schedule private screenings, but if not, buy tickets for the latest romantic comedy.
November 16th, 2011
The person you’re marrying is so amazing that you thank your lucky stars every day. In fact, your new partner-in-crime-for-life is so special you want to thank the people responsible for bringing him into the world.
How do you do that?
With a thoughtful memento that has the staying power of an heirloom!
This handkerchief embroidered with such a heartfelt thank you is an idea we had to pass on.
November 15th, 2011
If you’re like us and love to read a book, spread the literary love on your wedding day!
Though it would be fun to go all out with a library theme, that’s not for everyone. Instead, try incorporating a few bookish touches into your own unique wedding day style, like bookmark save the dates, literary cuffs for bridesmaid gifts (and cufflinks for the guys), or a quotable out of town guest gift bag.
November 2nd, 2011
We’re just going to put it out there. We love mason jars. More than a few of us at Lea-Ann Belter have repurposed pasta sauce jars as glasses in college. We’ve yet to find a glass that feels better in our hands. When these model beverage containers became popular for weddings, well, it made our eco-conscious hearts sing.
Then we came across unspeakably cute bride and groom mason jars.
What we thought could not be improved upon has been! Not only are they a sweet way to save your seat, but you get to use them again after your wedding day!
October 31st, 2011
“Star light, star bright…”
The night sky is a sparkling, magical sight whose celestial glitter is perfect for dusting a wedding with a bit of glamour.
Walk down an aisle lined with the stars carrying a twinkling bouquet and wearing a gown with understated shimmer and you’ll rival the radiance of a shooting star!
October 11th, 2011
Delicious as cupcakes but even more portable, we kind of love cake balls. Who can resist what you know is a tasty, moist cake coated in delectable icing?
One look at this cake ball cake by Brew Ha Ha and we were transfixed. The colors! The yummy thoughts that flew through our heads!
So, of course, we had to share.
Source: The Wedding Shoebox
October 3rd, 2011
On your wedding day, there is so much love in the air. All the people you care about are thrilled and wishing you happiness. You and your sweetie are filled with joy.
Tongue-tied by your own full heart, eloquently expressing how much those moments and the people sharing it mean to you can be a challenge.
Before your wedding day, write a few sentences thanking everyone for coming to celebrate and then display it where everyone will see. Of course, it won’t take the place of a warm hug, kiss and a sincere thank you, but it will feel wonderful to send the love right back to your guests!
September 21st, 2011
We’ve all been there. Seated at a wedding reception table where the only person you know is your date. Sure, you could make small talk (“So…how do you know the couple? Aren’t the flowers stunning?”), but that can sometimes be awkward.
Playful questions you could ask one another would be so much more fun. We came across this ice-breaker-disguised-as-reception-game and thought it was almost as good an idea as a second helping of cake!
