DS&Co.'s Top 2011 Wedding Trends

We at DS&Co. have the great privilege to be a part of many Weddings for this upcoming season!  We are noticing some "super cute" trends that we want to share with you!

Old School Photography

Photography is taking a vintage spin.  Your photo's could feel just as though they have come out of the 70's.

Pretty and Simple

We love creating all types of Wedding styles.  One of our fav's is the "Simple Wedding".  With long tables to create stream lined looks, but is all reminiscent of times in the past, it accentuates the tasteful decor.  Must trends, vintage glass ware, country flowers, and tin cans which create a vintage-chic ambiance!



 DIY

Add those touches that represent who you are as a couple.  You do not need to make this complicated... just meaningful!

Food... Food... and more Food!

Share with your guests food that you LOVE! Pic yummy taste's that will make your guests remember for years to come.  For example a Mashed Potato Station which is served in Martini Glasses with a selection of your favourite toppings.  Another choice could be BBQ'd Corn on the Cobb! Have a selection of seasonings, can you say "super yummy"!

With so many choices and inspirations, all I can say is the biggest trend is being YOU! My only advice to you would be do not worry about the day... but focus on the journey.

xoxo
-M

The time has come... I am {SEALING THE DEAL}

Yours truly has FINALLY committed to getting married... four wedding dates later,  I am ready to make my Groomzilla the happiest man alive {hehehe}!  With that being said, I have a new appreciation for Gold.  For a long time, I was {Anti-Gold} BUT we recently got in Gold chair covers, and I am now inspired! So inspired, I have set a Wedding Date, chosen colours, and even a venue! From now until the big day, you can follow your Designer as she plans, worries, and even has a little fun while creating my BIG day.  All I have to say is... I feel sorry for my ~Wedding Planners~ you know who you are!

xoxo

-M

Hit with a Punch

Every great event needs a spectacular punch beverage.  This is great especially if your event is a cash bar, but still want to offer something sweet to your guests to drink.  Here is a great recipe for a Champagne Punch (Subsitute the champagne and wine with a non-alcoholic version so everyone can enjoy a sip)

1 Can of Frozen Cranberry Juice concentrate

1 can frozen pink lemonade concentrate

1 can frozed limeade concentrate

1 bottle of white wine, chilled

1 liter carbonated water, chilled

2 bottles champagne, chilled

Lemon slices and mint for garnish

Mix all the ingrediants together and put in a bowl or open spout.  Garnish with the lemon slices and mint.  You can also pre pour the drinks into mason jars, add a mint garnish and a wedding tag.  Your guests will enjoy a refreshing drink and will appreciate the details.

Enjoy!

xoxo

-T

In The Nude

Another hot trend this spring is the nude pump.  Fabulous with just about anything, the nude pump elongates the leg and adds pure class to your outfit. I see Angelina Jolie rocking this look often, and now it is the must have for spring 2011.

Enjoy!

xoxo

-T

Its all about Balenciaga...

It has been for the last six years... and probably will be for the next ten... my fav handbag that is! It goes well with the dressy outfit... its amazing with a pair of casual jeggings... its just simply perfect!

Loves it!

xoxo

-M

Vintage Finds

A vintage wedding is so classy and so much fun.  There are so many ways to accomplish the look of your vintage wedding, and it can showcase your personality.  A great way to find these special decor items that will make your wedding unique is to scour the flea markets. 

Grab an early morning coffee with your man, and head off to a local flea market.  You want to look for items that are in your colour scheme.  You can use books, vases, broaches, old chairs or tables (for signing the registry), etc...  Even if you don't know what you will do with a particular item, but you love it.... get it!  There is always somewhere you can put it.  In this case, less isn't always more. 

Go ahead and shop away.

Enjoy!

xoxo

-T

Picture Fashion

I LOVE when I find awesome websites, so I have to share this one. 

           

                            Check out www.chictopia.com

This a great website, with tons of pics.  It is inspiring me with great fashion, and I am excited to try out some new styles this spring.

Enjoy!

xoxo

-T