![]() We had craft parties to make pom poms, iron parties to get bunting just right, baking parties to practice desserts we would serve and sing-a-longs with my sisters who sang for the ceremony! The group effort just made us feel so loved, supported and pumped about our big day instead of stressed! We had so much help and support from friends and family (since we were planning the wedding from Rwanda!) and that just made the planning process so much more fun. Be expressive and creative and YOU! Don't be afraid to be too bright or too colorful or to cut your dress! Also, get as many people involved as possible. ![]() My advice for those planning right now is to feel free! Don't conform to tradition if thats not your thing. I loved it more than anything I saw on the rack! Then we cut out the appliques to construction a snazzy new back and straps. I sat with the seamstress for hours drawing out my ideas before we got it just the way I envisioned it! We removed the under layer of the dress that had lace appliques on it. Big congrats to Caitlyn + Joe and thanks so much to Rylee Hitchner for the photos!įor my dress, I decided to buy a slightly less expensive one so I could make it my own. Their wedding took place at the beautiful venue of Cedarwood Weddings in Nashville (the bride’s hometown) and their outdoor ceremony was perfect (especially with the giant paper flower arch Caitlyn and her friends made) for their bright fun vibe complete with lawn games + burgers. They wanted their wedding to be a colorful, casual celebration where they could just be comfortable and enjoy the time with friends + family (especially since they rarely see them!). Thus they knew from the get-go that they wanted to have some east African flair at their wedding! They did this by using Rwandan fabric or igitenge for – well everything! For the two years leading up to their August wedding, Caitlyn was in the Peace Corps in Rwanda teaching at a large government high school in the village, and Joe has lived in Kenya for the last four years doing sustainable and social business with internally displaced people with an organization called Uhuru Child. Our ribbons in white and beige can be tied around neutral-toned wrapping paper, and consider a sprig of foliage to really complete the vibe.Caitlyn + Joe live in east Africa. ![]() Whether they are on the actual gift table, added at the entrance or used to create party favors, wrapped gifts in white and beige will add some Christmas charm to your winter wedding. In the spirit of holiday gifting, another way to allude to the season (while staying on theme!) is to include the visual of wrapped gifts. They will set the scene while elevating your theme… and adding a dash of Christmas cheer! Include a few in your reception tablescapes or add them to your drink or dessert tables. However, a floral wreath in beige and white can be a subtle yet magical homage to the season at your winter wedding. You may think of wreaths as a classic Christmas decoration, usually in red, green and gold tones. The way to balance the Christmas themes of the season with your wedding planning is to embrace it, with a twist. However, this time of joy and family can actually be what makes your wedding extra special. ![]() One of your biggest hesitations for having a winter wedding may be how close it will be to the holidays. Take Inspiration From Christmas Decor (But Make It Your Own)
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