Hair Trends for Wedding Day

Is your wedding in 2018? Are you looking for the perfect wedding day hair style? Showcased on the blog is the Fall/Winter 2018 hair trends of the year. This late season is full of romantic, elegance and effortless luxe hair for wedding day. YES, for all you lovers and modern romantics, 2018 hair styles is your year. Get ready to see some of the classics hairstyles, transformed ever so slightly, into modern and fresh visions of glamour.

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The Braid.

If there's one trend that seems to be sweeping the wedding nation, it's definitely the bridal braid. From loose romantic braids to tightly wound fishtails, the braid is making a big statement on the heads of many of today's brides.  Whether your style is classic and sophisticated or laid-back and boho, there's a wide variety of braid techniques to pull your whole look together. 

Cami Takes Photos

Felicia Schumacher Photography

Devon Stoebe Photography

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The Low Up-do

The wedding bun is more chic than ever with wispy tendrils and a low set profile. The hair up in is luxurious yet relaxed, and will take brides from garden ceremony to formal dinner. 

Whether you have long or short hair, there’s a wedding bun for you. Your hairstylist can always add extensions to your hair if you’d prefer a fuller look.

 Just remember the tousled, textured and perfectly imperfect messy hair is the perfect way to showcase your hair on wedding day. Think about loose curls pined imperfectly to give you the look of wave. 

Always Timeless Production

Felicia Schumacher Photography

Kim Skinner Photography

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The New Half Up-do

Part half up-do, part side-swept goddess, the new half up-do is pure perfection. The braids and twists add that wow-factor, while the loose, wavy locks cascading down your back bring a softness and glamour. It gives you the modern, yet still chic? For boho lovers, mess it up. Or for a more glam look, style it with loose waves and a smooth finish.

Ashley Guice Photography

Hall Lucida Studios

Lauren Buman Photography

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The Hair Pin

One thing we are loving and can't get enough is, the hair pins. We love the idea of some delicate hair pin positioned into the bun, braid or twist  to really create a beautiful focal point.

Bring some family love and see if grandma has some delicate hair pins as your "something  borrowed" or invest on classic pins you can pass down to the next generation.   The comb or bridal hair pins will truly set your look off. 

Shea Brie Photography

Stacey Hemeyer Photography

Lexy Popa Photography

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No matter what you decide, make sure you do a run through with your hair stylist. This will help you finalize the look for the "day of". 

XOXO

Planning a Spring Wedding

A spring wedding is exactly what this bride has been dreaming about since she was young. What she didn't know then, but happy to have next to her side was her handsome armed force solider, making this day perfect. 

The backdrop of sheer weather and the sweet smell of flowers in blooms can only say spring is here. Today on the blog we are happy to share our feature on Zola of this prestige wedding photographed by Felicia Schumacher Photographer.

Here are 6 things to include in a spring wedding to make it perfect: 

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Chiffon

Chiffon is the perfect material for a Spring wedding because it’s lightweight and breaths. That means your bridesmaids won’t be weighed down by layers of thick fabric that is guaranteed to be heavy and lead to sweaty bods. Trust us, they’ll thank you for the thoughtful decision. The same goes for any flower girls, of course. 

Sunset Photos

Is there ever a time that the golden hour isn’t romantic? This time of day is perfect for that outdoor reception, and your photos will be AH-MAZING! Catch the sunset with all of your loved ones, sip champagne under the stars, and dance the night away with your honey. Sounds downright dreamy if you ask me. 

 Bring Spring to the Wedding Cake 

Think delicate pink cherry blossoms and layers of winding sugar roses or even real flowers to top off your wedding cake. Spring is no time for a cake that isn’t overflowing with flowers whether they are real or edible. 

Flowers in the Hair 

If you’re going to have a Spring wedding then flowers are a must but aside from the usual bouquets and buttonholes why not take the flower theme a whole lot further by adding floral wreaths? The floral wreaths can be worn in the bridesmaids’ and flower girls’ hair adding the perfect garden feel.

 Bright Colors

Spring fever is nothing if not an invitation to use bright colors in your wedding decor! We may be partial to this bride’s use of pink, but it’s hard to imagine a color scheme that doesn’t perfectly complement this time of year. Have your makeup artist tie the color palette into your wedding day look. Think light bronze, a hint of coral in your cheeks, and a pop of natural pink on the lip! Can you say radiant goddess? 

 Bountiful Blooms 

A spring wedding must have flowers and lots of them! Take inspiration from our garden setting into your own hands with a luscious & luxe bouquet, floral or swags of greenery thought out the venue. Our garden makes for the perfect backdrop for a bounty of blooms

The important part of any wedding is to make it you! It doesn't matter if you have a Spring, Fall, Winter or Summer wedding, as long as you got the cutie next to your side it will be the perfect day. Cheers to planning weddings 

Want to see more - view the feature on Zola Weddings.  Also, scroll down to see all the local vendors you help put this beautiful wedding together. 

XOXO

Vendors

Photographers - Felicia Schumacher Photography

Venue - The Wright House

Bridal Shop - Luv Bridal

Cake and Desserts - Sue Jacobs Cakes

Florist- Flower by Ellen

Catering - Park Avenue Catering

7 Essential Items to Bring to Your Wedding Day

TODAY on the blog we have a guest writer: Shea Brie Photography. She is sharing 7 essential items to bring to your wedding day! (Learn more about Shea at the end of the blog post) 

Enjoy XOXO

Prepping for your wedding day can be stressful. You’ve hired your DJ, florist, venue, photographer & have your dress. Now its just the little things you need to pack to enhance your wedding day & refrain from any last minute running around!

1. A steamer: It’s highly suggested to bring a steamer to add some last minute touches to everyones outfit! No one wants to stare at a wrinkly dress…. (also chances are high your photographer won’t edit it out)

2. A fancy dress hanger: You photographer will most likely take photos of your wedding dress. Your hanger will be in the photos. It is highly suggested to bring a nice wood hanger or something with a little customization…. anything other than plastic!

3. Hair Essentials: Always bring extra bobby pins, hairspray, hair-ties, etc. Last minute hair touches may be necessary!

4. Emergency kit: Band aids & ibuprofen are always a necessity on wedding days! Its best to make sure you have them with you.

5. Small Details: Your photographer will most likely want to take photos of all your details including: your jewelry, rings (bride & grooms), invitation suite, shoes, veil, dress & perfume. It is suggested you keep everything together in a safe spot so you don’t have to run around to find everything they may request.

6. Your marriage license: Sounds silly, I know! However some couples do forget to bring it on their wedding day. Maybe put a bridesmaid or family member in charge of it!

7. Change of shoes: There is nothing worst that having your feet hurt all day. Bring a change of shoes so that your feet can readjust!

I hope this helps you as you begin to pack your bags for one of the biggest days of your life. Something to remember: even if you forget something… that is completely okay & nothing to stress about. At the end of the day, your a saying “I do” and committing the rest of your lives together. That should be the focus, not the tiny details!

About Shea Brie Photography

Shea Brie is a local wedding photographer. She sees the importance of capturing every little moment... the tender kisses & the passing glances... the moments you didn't even know were happening. She wants to give you those moments in between, that are unplanned & unposed. She values every couples love story & wants to celebrate them in the best way possible. The story starts with you two, she is here to help capture it. 

www.SheaBrie.com