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Edge Floral Event Designers

Floral arrangements are the perfect way to set the tone or add a pop of color to your wedding, but knowing what will make the kind of statement you are looking for can be tricky. As a third generation florist, Bill Enright, of Edge Floral Event Designers, is filled with tips on accomplishing your vision.

How did you get your start in floral design?

I grew up surrounded by flowers, as I am a third generation floral designer. I was raised working in my grandmothers, and eventually my mother’s flower shop. Having worked with flowers my whole life, I can’t imagine doing anything else.

Photo Credit: Eric Oberg

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Bride Blogger Update: Shoes

We are a bit out of order this week but are kicking off our Wednesday with a Bride Blogger update from Marybeth.  Last week we heard about cake, and today we get to hear about shoes – Fun!! I love all of the options that she has pulled – which one would you pick?

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I have to confess I am a shoeaholic, so it should come as no surprise to those who know me that I have spent numerous hours online viewing potential wedding day shoes.

For some brides, shoes are one of the last items they think of, almost as an after thought.  Not for me.  I think the shoes are a key part of your overall wedding look and there are so many decision, color or no color, heel or wedge, strappy or peep toe…I could go on and on.

Instead of going on and on, I have compiled my favorite finds ranging from the more traditional pink and ivory BHLDN pairs to the preppy and colorful Kate Spade and J. Crew pairs.  I’ve saved mine to share at a later date as part of my overall look.  In the meantime I hope these spark some inspiration for you.

Credit: BHLDN

Credit: Kate Spade; Kate SpadeJ. Crew 

More Upcoming January Events!

I hope that you all are having a great week!  With this chilly weather, have you been hunkering down to do some major wedding plotting and planning?

If you are still looking for a dress or stationery, here are a few upcoming events to check out –

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You may remember that I mentioned the Paloma Blanca trunk show earlier this month. Well, there are a few appointments left so contact Love Couture Bridal to get on the list!

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Next up, the Georgetown location of the Dandelion Patch is having a Paper Party on Thursday at 6:30pm. 

Here is the scoop:

1. At the end of a fantastic evening, they’ll pull one lucky winning ticket to win a FREE set of 50 save-the-dates.
2. Anyone who places an order for invitations or a save-the-date at the party will receive 50 free insert cards.
3. To sweeten the deal, The Dandelion Patch will offer a $25 gift card to every attendee!

To register and learn all the details (and fine print), email georgetown@thedandelionpatch.com.

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Finally, Carine’s Bridal Atelier is introducing a new designer to D.C., Liancarlo, this weekend…

 

Strong Mansion Wedding

When Alison of Red Shoes Photography sent me Cathryn and Justin’s wedding, I immediately started ooo-ing and ahh-ing.  This simple yet elegant wedding at the Strong Mansion is just so quintessentially lovely — it will certainly start your week off just right!

 

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Fluffy Thoughts Cakes

Choosing a wedding cake and other fun treats is definitely one of the sweetest tasks a couple gets to check off their list while planning their wedding. Lara Stuckey of the fantastic McLean bakery, Fluffy Thoughts, is here today to share a little more about the sweet treats that any D.C. bride would die to have at her celebration! 

How did you get your start?

I was a psychologist and artist before getting into this field. I worked at CakeLove while doing my Masters at Marymount and fell in love with baking. I went to L’Academie de Cuisine and did their pastry program. As I worked during the day, I made cakes at night for friends and family.

A friend asked one day if I could make her wedding cake and I agreed, it was not the best cake, structure wise, but everyone loved the flavors and design. I worked out of my home for 6 years and then opened my shop in McLean about 2 years ago!

Photo Credits: Anna Muhhina PhotographyAstrid Photography

 

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