Friday, July 8, 2011

Getting Ready and Details

Ok ladies, this is the last of my wedding mega-posts. I'll spread the remaining posts, advice/inspiration/shopping/guest pics, out across to just once a week on my "Wedding Thursdays".
If anyone has any specific questions, don't be afraid to ask! Please feel free to email me at lovelipstickandpearls@ymail.com!

I love my hair dresser/make-up artist. Her curling iron is like a magic wand. This chick has talent.

I loved my jewelry. I felt like Miss America. The flips flops were the best idea ever.

Remember how I'm not really a flower person? Not anymore, I'm in love with my bouquets and the boutonnieres. Lovely. Each girl's bouquet was all pink and one type of flower and my bouquet was a mix of all the flowers and some bright yellow ones. Their groomsmen counterparts boutonniere matched their bouquet too. Loved them!

Reception details.


Our guestbook is a toybox seat! It now sits cutely in the corner of our living room and is great storage for extra blankets and pillows.


Our cake was two layer of lemon and one layer of strawberry with cream cheese frosting. It was delicious!


We had 6 different types of flags for the drinks, they were so easy and simple to make!


Our favors were Smore's on a stick. Matthew proposed while we were camping so it was a perfect fit!


Bridal Party Bags

Two things somehow no one got a picture of was our kids table and a question table. We had several children at our wedding so I had a whole table for them to play with packed with bubbles, puzzles, coloring books, masks to color, and candy necklaces to make. The kids and their parents loved it and it kept them busy throughout the night.

Our questions table was inside the pool house and was set up with a huge apothecary jar, pictures of Matt and I, and 8 cards with different questions for our guests to answer while waiting for the restroom. The questions ranged from where we should vacation, what hobbies should we take, and favorite memories.

15 comments :

jacin {lovely little details} said...

love the recap!! so many great details!!

Jules said...

I love all of the creative little touches. The centerpieces look really pretty and I also like the chalkboard seating chart. The favors are adorable and the shot of you and your bouquet is gorgeous. Thank you for sharing all of these beautiful images from your special day.

Coley said...

Gorgeous on all fronts! What a stunning bride and lovely wedding.

Silvina said...

What a gorgeous bride! :-) You look stunning.
I love the s'mores - great and unique idea!

Vanessa said...

I haven't seen N since high school! I'm looking for a new stylist, so I may message you on fb for her contact info ;). She did an amazing job on your hair and makeup, and the happiness you're radiating in every picture made you even prettier. Seriously, you made me want to get married just for the pictures lol.

Hot Pink Combat Boots said...

I'm speechless. Kristen - these are such gorgeous photos, and you are SO CLEVER and CREATIVE. I know I should know this already- but did you do theh wedding details yourself, or did you hire a professional?

I love the chalkboard, the questions, the themed drinks, the kids activities - the flowers. I like that they weren't matchy-matchy.

Seriously - you should send these pics to wedding magazines or sell on flikr. Supermodel!

PS - Thank you SO MUCH for the postcard doll. Blog love headed your way on Tuesday. And yes - lets keep doing it.

Mandy @ In the Fashion Lane said...

I love your creativity, Miss!! Such beautiful details. Your favors were so cute (and I bet YUMMY). The chalkboards are fun!! I love that you use that chest for blankets!! I will definitely be referencing your blog when i get married one day :)

Amber's Notebook said...

Your wedding was just stunning! I love all the details and the pictures are just amazing!
Amber's Notebook

REBrown said...

I've been loving your hair in all of your wedding photos. This lady is a miracle worker!

Whitney @ EHFAR said...

i love your bouquet!

cheryl denise said...

you are right about the miss america - i LOVE that bracelet!!!

cheryl
a peek of chic

Shera "The Expatriate" said...

Your wedding is adorable!

We are doing a big wedding next summer and we are totally going to implement your the questions and the kids activities table idea.

Quick question how did you guys handle alcohol? Did you do wine, beer and the themed drinks for free and pay bar for the rest - or all free and just showcased your two favorite drinks?

Thanks for the ideas:)

Popcorn, Pugs & Peonies said...

You had the most beautiful wedding. I loved looking at the pictures. The little details were all perfect.

*Erin

Anonymous said...

gorgeous girl. i still am hoping as i scroll and catch up on posts i can see how your eyes were done.

Chelsea said...

Just found your blog! LOVE your gorgeous wedding photos! Your hair was pretty similar to the way I wore mine for my wedding :)