Inspired by… Champagne Colored Bridesmaids Dresses

One trend from this past season, that we already see making it’s way into the Fall season is champagne colored bridesmaid dresses! If you think about it they are perfect for every season.  Champagne is such a neutral color that it is adaptable to any season! All you have to do is change the accessories.  One more plus, they compliment the brides dress perfectly. Just take a look for yourself…   Will you have champagne colored bridesmaid dresses at your wedding? Send us  photo!

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Things We Love… Balloons!

What better way to add some fun to your wedding day, than with balloons? Whether they’re your table numbers or aisle runners, a great photo opp or a great way to send you and your husband off, we just love balloons! Give one to each guest and have them let go as you and your hubby leave for the night or give one to each bridesmaid and you will have some adorable photo’s! Whatever you choose, you can’t go wrong with balloons! Did you have balloons at your wedding? Tell us how you used them, or share a picture with us!

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Real Engagement: Grace & Josh

It doesn’t get much better than this! Today, we bring you the beautiful Newport engagement photo shoot of Grace and Josh! The couple decided to start their shoot at the amazing Elms Mansion with photographer Jewel Photo! They then headed to downtown Newport and finally made it to what better place in Newport; the beach! We here at Newport Wedding Glam LOVE the shot in front of the ‘Amazing Grace’ ship and there names scrawled in the sand! We think this is the absolute perfect Newport engagement session! What do you think?  The lovely couple will get married at The Woodwinds in Branford, CT on April 27, 2013! Congratulations Grace and Josh! We cannot wait to see your wedding photo’s!

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Real Wedding: Melissa & Andrew

We begin yet another week here at Newport Wedding Glam, and yet again we begin with a flawless wedding! Today, we bring you the wedding of Google employee Melissa and restauranteur Andrew! Since the couple live and work in Boston, it only made sense to tie the knot at the Commandmant House in Charlestown, MA. The perfectly classic to-do was photographed by Chicago photographer (once like a spark) and perfect were they ever! They captured Melissa’s gown designed by Augusta Jones in all its glory! With hair for Melissa and her bridesmaids done by Philip Mark Salon and bridesmaid dresses by J. Crew, they looked fabulous holding those beautiful bouquets by Madison Floral. Clockwork Boston provided entertainment and Russel Morin Fine Catering handled all of the food including those adorable mini burgers and appetizers! Click here to view the full, glamorous gallery of images! Congratulations Melissa and Andrew! Thank you

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Top Trends: Fall Wedding Trends by Planned to Perfection!

We asked our friends at Planned to Perfection what their favorite Fall wedding trends were and here is what they came up with! We have to agree on each and every one of these… They are perfect for Fall and the perfect way to show off your creative side. Personalizing place cards Christine from Planned to perfection had a bride use people’s pictures as their place card.  You could also personalize your cards for free by printing these free chalkboard place cards from Wedding chicks! Or HERE you can learn to DIY Handmade Wood burned place cards! Thumb Print Guest Books Christine had a bride purchase finger stamps and had all of her guests finger stamp on an easel and she made the thumb prints into balloons, and everyone signed next to their print. We are loving these from Bleu De Toi Etsy Shop! Window Pane seating charts Rather than the traditional  seating chart, window

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Vendor Feature: Mcgrath Clambakes Fall & Harvest Menus!

Looking for that perfect menu for your Fall wedding? Well, look no further! McGrath Clambakes has not one but two menu options that have our mouth’s watering! Don’t let the ‘clambake’ name fool you, they are not just for summer! McGrath offers a Fall Menu with options from crispy scallion pancake appetizers to N.Y Sirloin entree’s. Or, you can choose there Harvest menu with items like spicy tuna kabobs and roasted corn chowder. Whichever menu you decide on, we think you and your guests will be pleasantly surprised! Can we be invited? &nbsp

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Top Trends: Fall DIY Decor

What better to bring in the Fall season (besides pumpkin spice latte’s) then a perfect DIY Fall Decor post! Don’t worry, just because you’ve decided to get married in the Fall doesn’t mean your colors are limited to the stereotypical orange and black. And no, you are not stuck with Halloween decorations as your decor. Below we share the top 5 greatest Fall Decor ideas from centerpieces to place cards that are all easy enough to do yourself! My personal favorite, those adorable mini pumpkin escort cards! Fall Centerpieces- From painted pumpkins to to fabulous flowers in an array of colors! Fall Chair decor- Mini wreaths hanging off the back, or ribbon tied in various fall colors like gold and maroon! Fall Place cards- Little pumpkins make the best escort and place cards. You can even paint them gold, white, or any other color to make them stand out! Fall

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Real Wedding: Marissa & Kim

Happy Monday Everyone! As Summer is coming to an end, we hope you are soaking up those last warm weather days like we are! Today, we bring you one for the books! We bring you the fabulous wedding of Marissa and Kim, whose story is like no other! Marissa who grew up in Massachusetts and Kim who was raised in Denmark are both Korean adoptee’s who met on a trip to Korea to learn about their country. Marissa and Kim got married at the lovely Belle Mer in Newport! Being able to have many of their Danish friends and family join the festivities, they made sure to have several Danish traditions throughout the day. One being dancing the Danish waltz as their first dance as a married couple. Surrounded by family and friends and music by Entertainment Specialist the couple danced and celebrated the night away! Marissa looked breath taking in her gown by Reem

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Inspired By… Bohemian Details

We’ve all seen our fair share of the ‘vintage chic’ or the ‘fairytale’ inspired wedding, but what about a bohemian inspired bash? It is no surprise that the bohemian or “flower child’ trend has taken over the last few years and no surprise it has made it’s way into the wedding world. From DIY altars and floral wreaths to colorful cakes and whimsical wedding dresses, we can’t say that we mind! I don’t know about you, but these pictures below make me want to put flowers in my hair and say ‘I Do’ to ikat! What are you favorite bohemian details

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Etiquette 101: What are the Maid of Honor’s Duties?

Q. As a Maid of Honor, what are your duties? A: Sister’s, Best Friends, Cousins, etc…listen up! Brides, you too! The day that question is popped and answered there are thing to start working on! As a Maid of Honor, there are duties to be done, and below we answer what those duties are (and are not.)  Before the day of, the Maid of Honor should be in charge of coordinating certain bridesmaid’s activities (dress fittings, bachelorette party) and organizing the bridal shower. Most likely the bride will want to be a part of all of these activities, so don’t get overwhelmed. Many brides also ask their Maid of Honor to help with little tasks as well, such as addressing wedding invitations. On the day of the wedding, the Maid of Honor helps the bride get ready before and accompanies her to the wedding ceremony. She is the last to

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Vendor Feature: Gourmet Galley’s Winter Wedding Menu Preview!

Today’s post features a special first look sneak preview of Gourmet Galley’s Winter wedding menu! A message to all RECENTLY ENGAGED BRIDES AND GROOMS from Gourmet Galley Catering: “It’s [most certainly] not too late to plan a winter wedding!!! Amidst a summer full of weddings in the sun…pretty as they are, of course, we’re trying to cool ourselves down: what better way than to think about a wedding amidst the snow, with perhaps a hot cocoa in hand [or some Roasted Cauliflower Soup]? We’ve put together a menu that is sure to wow your guests when you plan your winter wedding!” What will be on your winter wedding menu? &nbsp

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Real Wedding: Alyson & Jeff

Once again it’s a happy Monday and once again we bring you a very happy wedding! Everything from the cake and caterer and at Coastal Gourmet to the makeup  by Jen Hodge of Spectrum Make-up Artistry, this wedding is to die for! That beautiful tiered wedding cake to the photographs by Susan Sancomb, we just cannot get enough! The couple chose perfectly from locations at the St. Peter’s of the Sea in Narragansett for the ceremony to the oh so famous Mystic Seaport, fit perfectly for their seaside wedding! What topped off the day besides that amazing cake topper? The floral arrangements from Weedweavers of Wakefield. So, sit back and relax and take in the lovely visuals! Click here to view the full, glamorous gallery of images! Thank you for sharing your special day with us!

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