Spring/Summer Real Weddings 2014

edition I of 2014: yum, sweets!

June 12, 2014 by weddingsar

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Are you still searching for your perfect wedding cake or sweet treat? We’re here to help! We’ve gathered the desserts from our featured real weddings in the latest issue to inspire you.

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1: From Stephanie & Robert’s wedding – Made by The Blue Cake Company

2-3: Bride & groom cakes from Katy & Parker’s wedding – Made by Mickey’s Cakes & Sweets

4: From Brittany & Doug’s wedding – Made by Rick’s Bakery

5-6: Mini pies & bride cake from Kate & Jeff’s wedding – Made by David P. Garner, Jr., Marlsgate Plantation

7-8: Bride & groom cakes from Stephanie & Chris’ wedding – Made by Mickey’s Cakes & Sweets

Yum! To learn more about each cake, please visit the linked blog posts, or give any of these sweet shops a call!

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edition I of 2014: ooh, bouquet!

June 10, 2014 by weddingsar

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If you’re needing to find the perfect bridal or bridesmaids bouquet for your wedding, we’ve got you covered! We’ve rounded up some lovely bouquets from the real weddings featured in our latest issue.

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1: From Stephanie & Robert’s wedding – Created by A Southern Tradition

2: From Katy & Parker’s wedding – Created by Tipton Hurst

3: From Brittany & Doug’s wedding – Created by Rose of Sharon

4: From Kate & Jeff’s wedding – Created by David P. Garner, Jr., Marlsgate Plantation

5: From Stephanie & Chris’ wedding – Created by Tanarah Luxe Floral

Don’t forget to submit your real weddings for our next issue– the deadline is tomorrow!

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edition I 2014: bright ideas

June 6, 2014 by weddingsar

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Did you fall in love with our cover couple, Brittany and Doug, as much as we did?

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We’ve got just the local finds for you to re-create their darling decor in your own wedding!

Bright Ideas 1

BRIDAL BOUQUET White hydrangeas, hyacinths, freesias, wax flowers and David Austin Garden Roses with blue jewel accents wrapped with a turquoise ribbon. Cabbage Rose, Little Rock, (501) 664-4042, cabbageroseflorist.com

Bright Ideas 2

JEWELRY John Wind Maximal Art fuchsia locket. Available in a variety of colors and personalized letters. Full Moon, Little Rock, (501) 663-4367

Bright Ideas 3

STATIONERY Letterpress cotton-candy-themed notecards by Snow & Graham. The Crown Shop, Little Rock, (501) 227-8442, thecrownshop.com

Bright Ideas 4

CONFECTIONS Sprinkle-covered cake pops and marshmallows. Tracy Cakes, Little Rock, (501) 227-4243, tracycakesar.com

Bright Ideas 5

BRIDESMAID’S BOUQUET White and pink David Austin Garden Roses with white freesias, wax flowers, and hyacinth blooms wrapped with turquoise ribbon. Cabbage Rose, Little Rock, (501) 664-4042, cabbageroseflorist.com

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weddings in arkansas: edition I 2014: brittany & doug

June 4, 2014 by weddingsar

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Were you as enraptured as we were by the beautiful couple who graced the cover of our latest print issue of Weddings in Arkansas? If so, you’re in luck! Today we are offering you even more access to Brittany and Doug’s mountaintop ceremony with exclusive photos only featured here. Enjoy!

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The coupled loved the secluded feel of the Whitney Mountain Lo dge, not to mention the incomparable view!

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Unfortunately, the bride fractured her foot just three months before the wedding and had to closet her heels. Instead, she opted for a pair of Vans sneakers which reminded her of the Vans she wore the first time she met Doug!

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The couple’s favorite part of the day? “Getting to see Doug after not being able to all day. He’s my best friend, and I was getting impatient! My favorite memory was sharing our vows with each other,” said the bride. The groom said, “Seeing Brittany finally walk down the aisle in her dress, and the entire ceremony.”

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Brittany’s vision for the day as a “fuss-free, woodland fairytale” is captured perfectly in these unique cake toppers.

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We love the simple magic of this ceremony! Check out our latest print issue, available on local newsstands, or our digital edition for the full story on Brittany and Doug’s wedding. Thank you to the bride and groom for sharing your big day with us. Cheers to many years of marital bliss!

Resources

Ceremony, reception, and accommodations: Whitney Mountain Lo dge

Wedding Coordination and design: Heather Pile, Inspired Grace Weddings

Catering: The Event Group

Bride’s gown: She Said Yes Bridal

Florist: Rose of Sharon

Rentals: Intents Party Rentals

Cakes: Rick’s Bakery

Groom’s and groomsmen’s attire: Mr. Tux

Hair: Bo Senesomxay

Makeup: Jessica Humerick, Face Your Day Studios

Lighting: CWP Productions

Music (Ceremony and Reception): Brock Entertainment

Photography: Photo Love Photography

Rings: Blakeman’s Fine Jewelry

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edition I 2014: mary’s rose

June 3, 2014 by weddingsar

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Did you love our bright, citrus-inspired fête as imagined by Pigmint from our recent issue?

We’re sharing the recipe for Mary’s Rose, a rosemary-infused vodka lemonade made by Early Bird Catering. This colorful signature drink features lemon slices and mint sprigs that not only add garnish to the glasses, but also additional flavor. Pheasant Press’ small polka-dot straws with letterpress jewel toppers mimic the setting’s color scheme.

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Mary’s Rose

1 cup pink lemonade

1 bottle champagne

1/2 cup vodka

3 cups ginger ale

fresh strawberries

fresh rosemary

garnish glass with lemon & mint

Try creating this for your own summer party or any wedding event this summer! It’s simply perfect for the season.

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edition I 2014: something blue

May 30, 2014 by weddingsar

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Love blues and pinks? Consider yourself classically Southern? Then Kate & Jeff’s wedding is the one for you!

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We’re bringing you inspiration, as seen in our latest issue, to get this look in your own wedding.

Something Blue 1

STATIONERY “Laurent” letterpress die-cut invitation and save-the-date card by Bella Figura. Shindig Paperie, Fayetteville, (479) 521-1778, shindigpaperie.com JEWELRY Sapphire and crystal pendant. Leslie Jewelers, Searcy, (501) 268-2340, lesliejewelers.com MOTHER’S BOUQUET Miniature nosegay composed of yellow Skyline roses, freesias, ranunculus, blue tweedias, thistle, and delphiniums wrapped in a lace handkerchief. About Vase, Little Rock, (501) 603-9200, aboutvaselittlerock.com

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BRIDAL BOUQUET Yellow Skyline roses, freesias, ranunculus, craspedias, blue tweedias, thistle, and delphiniums accented with a gold wire collar. About Vase, Little Rock, (501) 603-9200, aboutvaselittlerock.com BOUTONNIÈRES (top) Rosettes and blue thistle accented with gold wire. (bottom) Craspedias, delphiniums, and bupleurums accented with thin gold wire. About Vase, Little Rock, (501) 603-9200, aboutvaselittlerock.com

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weddings in arkansas, edition I 2014: kate & jeff

May 28, 2014 by weddingsar

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We are pleased to share with you the classic Southern wedding of Kate Squires and Jeff Stambough! If you felt as we did when reading the latest issue of Weddings in Arkansas, then you couldn’t get enough of this gorgeous ceremony. So, we’re bringing you even more exclusive bonus photos to satisfy your craving! Prepare to soak in the inspiration.

Jeff and Kate wanted an outdoor venue that would highlight the natural beauty of the bride’s home state of Arkansas. They found that Marlsgate Plantation offered the perfect introduction to southern hospitality for the groom’s Cincinnati family.

“The menu for the event was purely Southern. We wanted the food to be a reflection of the local produce,” says the couple.

The reception featured local duck, wrapped in bacon and served with plum dipping sauce, along with chilled shrimp, and grilled pears for appetizers. The guests also enjoyed a traditional Southern-style meal of pork tenderloin, sweet potato casserole, corn souffle, and local green beans.

The couple’s exquisite cake was a four-tiered confection featuring a base of buttercream with orange and lemon zests and a spritzing of Grand Marnier topped with butter cream icing.

The father of the bride offered a cigar bar for guests to celebrate the nuptials.

Thank you to Kate and Jeff for graciously sharing your wedding day with us! Cheers to many years of joy!

Resources

Ceremony and reception: Marslgate Plantation

Wedding Coordination, catering, cake, and flowers: David P. Garner, Jr., Marlsgate Plantation

Accommodations: Capital Hotel; Downtown Marriot, Little Rock

Bride’s gown: Low’s Bridal and Formal

Bridesmaid’s and groomsmen’s attire: Dillard’s

Transportation: Arkansas Destinations

Reception music: Almost Famous

Ceremony Music: The John Jarboe String Quartet

Makeup: Kakki Jones

Photography: Whitney Bower Imaging

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edition I 2014: yellow and white delights

May 22, 2014 by weddingsar

Does your dream wedding involve a sweet summer picnic vibe? If so, you’ll want to see the wedding of Stephanie & Chris.

We’ve gathered some local inspiration to help you get the look of their wedding, too!

CONFECTION Banana pudding. Charlotte’s Eats & Sweets, Keo, (501) 842-2123 BRIDEMAID’S BOUQUET (standing) White Monte Casino asters, yellow Gerbera daisies, white daisies, and yellow craspedia wrapped with black-and-white gingham ribbon. Ye Olde Daisy Shoppe, Conway, (501) 327-7731, yeoldedaisy.net BRIDAL BOUQUET (laying) Yellow craspedia, freesias, and soft yellow garden roses with white alstroemerias and ranunculus wrapped with black-and-white gingham ribbon. Ye Olde Daisy Shoppe, Conway, (501) 327-7731, yeoldedaisy.net

STATIONERY Black-and-white striped shower invitation and “Tisbury” letterpress invitation with silver and yolk ink complemented with a yellow-striped lined envelope by Bella Figura. Shindig Paperie, Fayetteville, (479) 521-1778, shindigpaperie.com Square letterpress invitation. The Social Type, Little Rock, (501) 661-9929, thesocialtypelr.com

For even more inspiration, see our full spring issue!

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weddings in arkansas, edition I 2014: stephanie & chris

May 21, 2014 by weddingsar

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We don’t want you to miss out on the sweet and stately summer wedding of Stephanie Bass and Chris Bradley! We’ve gathered our favorite photos of the day, originally featured in the most recent Weddings in Arkansas issue, as well as exclusive bonus photos you will only find here! Enjoy! {See full story in our digital edition}

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The couple shared their first dance to John Legend’s “Stay With You.” “The words of the song perfectly describe our relationship and the marriage we hope to have,” says the couple.

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The groom’s cake was a tribute to his fraternity, Kappa Alpha Psi, and it bore the brotherhood’s crest.

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The bride’s cake was a four-layer confection featuring strawberry, chocolate with raspberry filling, and two layers of butter cake, all topped with cream cheese icing.

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Stephanie’s mother made her exquisite wedding gown. “She has made a lot of my attire for important occasions throughout my life, from homecoming court to prom dresses, so it was only right that she make my wedding dress,” says the bride.

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The modern, elegant design of the Clinton Presidential Center was the perfect reception venue. “We were immediately sold on the beauty of the open space and the windows in the great hall,” says Stephanie.

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“Yellow has always been my favorite color, so it was [a] must-have,” says Stephanie of the palette selection.

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What a lovely occasion! We are so happy that Stephanie and Chris shared their joyful day with us. Best wishes for a happy marriage!

Resources

Ceremony: Trinity Presbyterian Church

Reception and catering: William J. Clinton Presidential Center

Wedding Coordination, favors, and stationary: Lequisha Pryor, Creative Impressions, King George, VA

Accommodations and transportation: Capital Hotel

Bride’s gown: Deborah A. Bass

Bridesmaid’s attire: Proposal’s

Florist: Tanarah Luxe Floral

Cakes: Mickey’s Cakes and Sweets

Groomsmen’s attire: Jos. A. Bank

Hair: Hair by Vanielle

Jeweler: Sissy’s Log Cabin

Rentals: Sunbelt Convention Services

Lighting and reception music: Event One Mobile, Little Rock

Ceremony Music: Rodney Cummings, Little Rock; Nayo Jones, Phoenix, AZ

Makeup: Amari B. Studios

Photography: KES Weddings

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edition I 2014: pink perfection

May 16, 2014 by weddingsar

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Does girly and pink suit your taste? If so, we recommend checking out the romantic nuptials of Katy & Parker.

We’ve also gathered inspiration so that you get can get the look for your own big day! See our finds below:

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STATIONERY Pink and gold invitation suite (invitation, direction card, reply card, and program shown) by Arabella Papers. By Invitation Only, Little Rock, (501) 975-8902, byinvitationonlylr.com JEWELRY 18kt white gold cultured pearl necklace and pearl strands measuring between 6.5 and 8 mm. Romance Diamond Co., Fayetteville, (479) 443-9289, romancediamond.com BRIDESMAID’S BOUQUET Loosely gathered clutch of hydrangeas, roses, tulips, spray roses and wax flowers collared with dusty miller. Tipton Hurst, Conway, (501) 329-6663, Little Rock, (501) 666-3333, North Little Rock, (501) 753-0709, tiptonhurst.com CONFECTIONS Macarons. Sweet Love Bakes, Little Rock, (501) 613-7780, sweetlovebakes.com

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BRIDAL BOUQUET Loosely gathered clutch based in hydrangeas with roses, tulips, hyacinths, wax flowers, and Cymbidium orchids collared with dusty miller and wrapped with lace. Tipton Hurst, Conway, (501) 329-6663, Little Rock, (501) 666-3333, North Little Rock, (501) 753-0709, tiptonhurst.com

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edition I of 2014: yum, sweets!

edition I of 2014: ooh, bouquet!

edition I 2014: bright ideas

weddings in arkansas: edition I 2014: brittany & doug

edition I 2014: mary’s rose

edition I 2014: something blue

weddings in arkansas, edition I 2014: kate & jeff

weddings in arkansas, edition I 2014: stephanie & chris

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