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The Age of the DIY/Pinterest Bride

Posted on June 13, 2013 by silverleafevents

Are we there?  Have we as professionals been replaced by everything “DIY”?  Is Pinterest the new competition that we both loathe and admire at the same time?  Ladies and gentlemen, it might be time to face the music……or is it? … Continue reading →

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Flowers Revisited: Budget Reality Check, Please!

Posted on February 9, 2012 by silverleafevents

I know, I know, it is not the first time that I’ve discussed the topic of flowers.  But as a florist, and former shop owner, I thought I might take a minute to revisit the subject.  So readers, indulge me … Continue reading →

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What is Your Style?

Posted on January 30, 2012 by silverleafevents

I talked a bit about wedding style earlier last year, and the relationship between the dresses, and the overall “theme” of the wedding.  I advised bride’s to be careful when choosing the bridesmaids dresses, in that she doesn’t create a … Continue reading →

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Ceremony Decor……….How Much do You Really Need?

Posted on January 19, 2012 by silverleafevents

I chat often about where I believe brides should concentrate the larger part of their budgets.  After the dress/dresses and tux’s are chosen,  the venue is rented, the food and drink decided upon, the music selected, there is sometimes not a … Continue reading →

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Time to Plan Your Fall Wedding

Posted on January 16, 2012 by silverleafevents

If you live in California like I do, you’re thinking to yourself…fall?  We haven’t even had winter yet!  In reality we are just 8 months from the beginning of the Fall season, and in the world of wedding planning….that’s pretty … Continue reading →

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Time to Plan Your Fall Wedding

Posted on January 16, 2012 by silverleafevents

If you live in California like I do, you’re thinking to yourself…fall?  We haven’t even had winter yet!  In reality we are just 8 months from the beginning of the Fall season, and in the world of wedding planning….that’s pretty … Continue reading →

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Wedding Reception Linens………how fancy is too fancy?

Posted on January 13, 2012 by silverleafevents

This blog is inspired by my meeting with a linen representative in my area yesterday.  We chatted over ice tea and looked at her very impressive selection of fine linens, chair covers, runners and sashes.  I must say, I have … Continue reading →

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Using Manzanita, Birch, and Curly Willow in Your Wedding Decor

Posted on January 11, 2012 by silverleafevents

It is rare to pick up any wedding publication without seeing various ways in which to incorporate the wonderful textures of manzanita, birch, and curly willow.  Each offers a different look, shape, color and texture that is fitting for any … Continue reading →

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Invite Mother Nature to your Spring and Summer Weddings

Posted on November 18, 2011 by silverleafevents

Although we are smack dab in the middle of Fall, the wedding industry already has us looking at the latest and greatest looks for Spring and Summer weddings.  I myself have weddings booked into next Fall already………….no time to waste! … Continue reading →

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