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Single Bloom Bouquets >> Minimal, Modern And Money-Saving!

January 25, 2019 by An Ion Creative Leave a Comment

We simply adore one bloom bouquets for wedding, whereby a bride (and her bridesmaids) carry a single stem down the aisle. This idea is trending for 2019 as many brides yearn for something unique, beautiful and affordable for their weddings. Not only is this concept mind-blowingly simple, but it also saves a huge amount of money! And, this genius plan does not require sacrificing any style either because single bloom bouquets are gorgeous, too! Regard this fabulous solitary peony below, which delivers a major wow factor:

Photo: Heather Waraska

If you are looking to keep things easy and streamlined for your wedding we invite you to consider this fun floral trend. Carrying a sole bloom down the aisle is crazy affordable, cool and will have all the past brides on your guest list thinking, “Why didn’t I do that?”

Just imagine the savings! An extravagant bridal bouquet can average $250, whereas one stem is only around $5. Multiply that by the number of bouquets you need for your special day and you will see that you can save hundreds if not thousands on your floral budget. Win!

Perfect for brides with a minimalist vibe, single bloom bouquets fit practically any wedding venue from outdoor ceremonies to indoor church events. Several types of flowers lend themselves to this modern trend such as magnolias, calla lillies, roses, and dahlias.

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“The calla lilies are in bloom again…I carried them on my wedding day…”
Katherine Hepburn

A calla lily (like the lovely white one below) symbolizes innocence, purity and faith AND delivers major impact down the aisle:

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There is simply the rose; it is perfect in every moment of its existence.     

Ralph Waldo Emerson

Roses make amazing single bloom bouquets. Their beauty is beyond compare and there is good reason why poets love to mention them. For your wedding day look try adding a simple ribbon, or perhaps a handful of greenery to your bloom to elevate the look:

 “Have you ever looked at the bud of a magnolia flower? It’s a tight little pod that stays closed up for a long time on the end of its branch until one day, out of nowhere, it finally bursts open into this gigantic, gorgeous, fragrant flower that’s ten times bigger than the bud itself. It’s impossible to imagine that such a big beautiful thing could pop out of that tiny little bud. But it does.”

Joanna Gaines, The Magnolia Story

A magnolia is a striking flower that works great as a single stem bouquet. Because the bloom is so large a solo magnolia conveys the look of a much bigger bouquet. This stunning flower is associated with dignity and a love of nature so it is perfect for outdoor brides! Magnolias definitely deliver a southern feel as well. And, hey, if it works for Joanna Gaines you know it is stylish!

Bright and beautiful, the dahlia represents dignity and elegance. Since this beauty also symbolizes commitment and a bond that lasts forever it makes a flawless wedding flower!

The utter simplicity of carrying just one flower down the aisle is very appealing. Not only does it save money and convey a minimalist, less-is-more feel, but it also focuses the attention on a single bloom. No matter what your wedding style or budget is, the single bloom trend can help you have the day of your dreams. We’ve searched Pinterest for even more pretty single bloom ideas to provide you with a little floral inspo. Enjoy!

Filed Under: Bridal Bouquets, Trend Alert Tagged With: Save Money On Your Wedding Bouquet, Single Bloom Bouquet

Love to get cozy? Try Hygge, the Danish art of comfort and good cheer!

November 28, 2018 by An Ion Creative Leave a Comment

Since the weather outside is getting colder, and the holidays are upon us we thought we’d bring up the awesome practice of taking coziness, comfort and joy to the NEXT LEVEL. Have you heard of it? Hygge (pronounced HOO-gə) is the Danish practice of elevating coziness and comfortable conviviality to an art form. And since most people love to be comfy and cozy Hygge is catching on worldwide. Imagine all things relaxing and comforting that you love and combine them all together in your head. For instance, picture a crackling fire, a comfy armchair, a pile of pillows and throws, a warm mug of cocoa, a loved one, a stack of good books. Are you with us? Now imagine some great music playing softly and the enticing smell of delicious cookies baking in the oven. Oh, and envision yourself wearing something extremely soft with some fuzzy slippers, too. Sound heavenly? Well, that’s Hygge for ya.

Hygge is all about taking the time to amp up the cozy factor. For example, when you get in for the night after a long day of work, you can just plop down on your couch to watch tv like you usually do. OR, you could take a little time to first light a candle, put a throw in the dryer for a minute to warm it up, pile on all your pillows, get some warm tea, fix a plate of special snacks and hunker down for a super awesome tv experience. Which sounds cozier? Hygge baby!!!

Whenever you take the time to light a fire, don’t you just love it? Fire one up, toast your toes in relaxing flannel pjs next to your boo and you’ll be practicing Hygge.

Everything soft and fuzzy adds to the coziness. Like a little kitten snuggled up in a blanket.

You can make your house Hygge-ready by layering rugs, throws, and pillows with abandon. Adding in natural elements like plants makes your environment happier and healthier too.

Stack up books you’d like to read and amass some beautiful candles, too.

Give your wardrobe a Hygee makeover. Get yourself some super soft sweaters, tees, and socks. Slippers, wraps and anything uber comfortable works well for this way of lifestyle.

Incorporate your comfy clothes into your everyday life and you’ll feel a little boost of Hygge, even when you’re headed out for a busy day on the go.

Hygge is meant to be shared with others, too. Invite friends over for a relaxed evening with yummy food, candlelight, and companionship.

Lift everyone’s spirits with warm laughter, good conversation, and some fun toasts. Ensure everyone has a cushy seat and a smile on their face and you’ll all be basking in Hygge together.

Those quiet moments at home are the epitome of Hygge though. Like nestling with a newborn. So cuddly!

If you want to know more about the art of coziness we recommend The Little Book of Hygge by Meik Wiking, Hygge: The Danish Art of Happiness by Marie Tourell Søderberg, and The Book of Hygge: The Danish Art of Living Well by Louisa Thomsen Brits.

Happy Hygge-ing Everybody!!

We wish you all the comfort and joy of the season (from our blanket fort in front of our roaring fire!)

Filed Under: Blog, Treat Yourself, Trend Alert Tagged With: Cozy Time, Hygge

HAIR TREND: Bridal Ponytails

August 2, 2018 by An Ion Creative Leave a Comment

Oh Hey, ponytail! You’re our go-to hairstyle for our bad hair days, whenever we get hot, our fave workout “do.” You’re our savior when we’re running late and have to throw some style together on the fly. We appreciate you for all those times. But oh how you’ve changed….now you’ve been beautifully elevated and polished into a new bridal trend!

We’ve rounded up a bevy of gorgeous, inspiring, wedding-worthy ponytails to compliment any bridal vibe from romantic, to boho to uber-sophisticated.

 Loose & Wavy

The Loose & Wavy Ponytail is the perfect compliment to a delicate, romantic wedding. Soft waves can be worn on the side, at the nape of your neck or even with a center part. Let strands of hair escape to highlight your face. Tuck in a beautiful hair accessory or some fresh flowers for even more beauty. Loose & Wavy Ponytails work so well for outdoor ceremonies, whether it be on a beach, in a garden, or a barn.

The perfect hairstyle to wear in a field of flowers as you marry the one who makes your heart sing.

Sleek & Smooth

The Sleek & Smooth Ponytail is super glam, super straight, and very current. This style incorporates lots of product to ensure that not a hair escapes at your event. The Sleek Ponytail has hair pulled firmly into a tail, sometimes with a section of hair wrapped around for a stylish finish. We think this style fits for sophisticated weddings.

A lower, side-parted Sleek & Smooth Ponytail imparts a fresh, simple, and clean look. 

If the Sleek & Smooth Ponytail is good enough for the runway its good enough for your wedding day!

Sweet & Side Swept

The Sweet & Side Swept Ponytail compliments wedding dresses with simple necklines, with beautiful illusion bodices and perfectly balances one-shouldered gowns. The side pony can be worn straight, wavy or curly.  Of course, the side pony looks even better when paired with a beautiful bridal hair accessory! And it is just so darn charming!

We love the addition of a few twists or a braid or two for a modern boho vibe. Add in a gorgeous bridal hair vine and you will rock your bridal pony!

Tousled & Textured

We love the voluminous, textured style of a tousled ponytail. This style looks “messy” but it is actually a carefully orchestrated combo of styling techniques, product, and accessories. This carefree style works well with boho, eclectic wedding day looks.

We think the best hairstyles look natural and unstructured. Like, you could have possibly done your hair yourself. But you couldn’t possibly do your hair yourself, ya know?

Inverted & Inside Out

One of our favorite ponytail styles for weddings involves an inverted twist. Remember the “topsy tail” from years ago? This style incorporates the inside out technique but updates it to a beautiful bridal-worthy version.

This is an effortless-looking style, which looks awesome with the addition of a few twists.

Bouffant & Beautiful

The Bouffant & Beautiful Ponytail uses expert styling for a modern take on a classic, vintage hairstyle. We love the high hair at the crown contrasted with a simple ponytail. A gorgeous headband doesn’t hurt things either!

We adore this edgy Bouffant & Beautiful ponytail that Nicole Kidman is rocking.

This style also looks amazing with some sideswept bangs.

We hope you found some ponytail inspo! And next time you are pulling your hair up in an elastic we hope you remember that your standby hairstyle can be transformed into a stunning, bridal-worthy design on your wedding day.

Filed Under: Blog, Bridal Hair, Trend Alert Tagged With: Bridal Hair Trend, Bridal Ponyails

TREND ALERT: Plunging V Necklines, Go Deep This Season #DeepVWeddingDresses

April 25, 2018 by An Ion Creative Leave a Comment

Dramatic, deep plunging necklines are one of the hottest trends on the bridal runways for 2018. We are captivated by this “down to there” trend which pops up at every fashion show we attend. Our forays to bridal markets in Chicago, Atlanta and Dallas saw this trend highlighted in every booth. And at each and every fashion show designers showcased their own unique versions of super intense Vs. They are so glamorous, sexy, fresh and modern. We knew you, our brides, would be as fascinated as we are by this daring fashion statement. We encourage you to take the plunge (sorry, we had to go there!) and try on one of these “wow” wedding dresses at your local bridal boutique to experience the excitement and see why this is such a major trend. We’ve sourced several different variations of this style for you, from several major bridal design houses. And, even if you aren’t especially daring you can still wear this low cut style with ease if you select a style with an illusion panel.

You can go extreme with this Enchanting by Mon Cheri Bridals sleeveless tulle, chiffon and lace over charmeuse fit and flare gown. We love the daring illusion deep V-neckline and bodice accented with three-dimensional flowers, and matching illusion back with large keyhole on this gown.

Berta does drama right with their gorgeous plunging bridal gown:

Blush by Hayley Paige designed this romantic bridal gown – featuring Ivory floral embroidered tulle with a ballgown skirt, and a deep sweetheart neckline with nude net insert, open keyhole back, full A-line skirt with cashmere lining plus a sheer pocket detail.

Or go deep (but not TOO deep) with this classic, Dolce satin ball gown from Stella York:

We are in LOVE with this lace and organza stunner from Adrianna Papell Platinum with such a unique take on the plunging style neckline:

You can go the boho route with this trend, too. Consider these beautiful private label lace dresses with deep Vs two ways. The spaghetti strap version plunges further and the long sleeve gown is a more demure take on the look. Both feature sheer cutouts for serious impact. Love!

Lillian West does a sexy plunging V-neckline with this adorable beaded spaghetti strap gown. This dress features a center ruched dropped waistline lined with charmeuse for extra comfort. And it has you covered since the v is topped with lace and an illusion panel.

Even the sides of the dress feature alluring v cuts. Deep Vs all around!

A deep V-back provides a sophisticated back view. Lace appliques cascade from the hips of this stunning chiffon A-line.

Berta’s take on a lace, deep v, boho dress is breathtaking:

Enchanting by Mon Cheri Bridals offers this truly awe-inspiring, sleeveless embroidered appliqué, lace and tulle, fit and flare gown. A jewel neckline sets of the dramatic center slit which spans from neck to waist. Complete with an embroidered illusion bodice with pearlescent buttons down the back, a natural waist accented with a belt and center hand-beaded motif, and a gathered tulle skirt with embroidered appliqués down center back onto a chapel train, this dress incorporates the plunging v in a new way.

Romantic Bridals offers a sultry and sweet version of the deep v dress with this lace appliqued trumpet gown.

This crepe fit and flare gown by Sweetheart will accentuate your figure in all the right ways. Without any other form of ornamentation save the dramatic construction and a plunging V-neckline, this one provides effortless style.

Just. Wow. Your wedding day look will never be forgotten with this opulently embellished gown by Justin Alexander Signature. The hand beaded Sabrina neckline with plunging v-neck matches the illusion back adorned with beading and working button closures.

Filed Under: Bridal Style, Trend Alert Tagged With: Bridal Style Trends of 2018, Deep V bridal gown, Plunging V wedding dress

TREND ALERT: Light up Your Wedding with Neon #GetLit #NeonWeddingDetails

March 22, 2018 by An Ion Creative Leave a Comment

 

Everybody is talking about the latest wedding trend: NEON, which can energize your wedding with an array of high-voltage shades! Getting Your Wedding LIT 🔥 is easy with vibrant, fun neon details, which you can use with carefree abandon on anything and everything from you, your decor, to your invites and even your food & drinks. Neon doesn’t have to be brash, either, kids. Utilizing the bright boldness of neon can actually bring a light & playful feel to your wedding day. Let your guests know you heart beats for color by sending out some neon-inspired invites. Take for instance these handmade invites from the talented artistry of Ro from Pigment & Parchment, who says, “color is my love language!” Ours too Ro!

One of the best ways to make a MAJOR neon style statement is to actually put your wedding up in lights with a custom sign! Like one of these ah-mazing designs by Sammy & Lola, a husband and wife team who provides serious wow factor for weddings with their super hip marquee lights. We are #crazyinlove

Christina Anton, the creative genius behind Boo and Boo Factory, specializes in brightly colored statement necklaces, bold neon earrings and such.  Just a quick glance at her worktable sends us into serious neon cravings.

Add any of these Boo and Boo Factory pieces to your wedding day look to express your love of bold hues.

Sprinkle yourself, your ceremony and your reception with lots of brilliant details:

Treat your family and friends to a happy ending with a gorgeous, neon-inspired wedding cake, like these options from Los Angeles cake designer extraordinaire Colin O’Dea from Cakes by Colin. His cakes are all custom designed, one-of-a-kind pieces of art that are full of heart. As Colin says , “the greatest gift anyone can give is a gift made with your own two hands, which is why I pour my heart and soul into every cake.” With a philosophy like that you know these cakes taste as delicious as they look!

And, we love how Colin uses neon with such a delicate hand. His cakes are soooo soft and romantic while still delivering a punch of fun color.

These bright and fun neon cupcakes are from Eat Cake Be Merry:

Neon Lights
Demi Lovato
Baby when they look up at the sky
We’ll be shooting stars just passing by
You’ll be coming home with me tonight
We’ll be burning up like neon lights
Be still my heart ’cause it’s freaking out, it’s freaking out, right now
Shining like stars ’cause we’re beautiful, we’re beautiful, right now
You’re all I see in all these places
You’re all I see in all these faces
So let’s pretend we’re running out of time, of time
Baby when they look up at the sky
We’ll be shooting stars just passing by
You’ll be coming home with me tonight
And we’ll be burning up like neon lights
Baby when they look up at the sky
We’ll be shooting stars just passing by
You’ll be coming home with me tonight
And we’ll be burning up like neon lights
Neon lights
Neon lights
Neon lights
Like neon…

Filed Under: Blog, Trend Alert, Wedding Inspiration, Wedding Palette Tagged With: Boo and Boo Factory, Cakes by Colin, Demi Lovato, Eat Cake Be Merry, Neon Wedding, Pigment & Parchment, Sammy & Lola

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