So, I haven’t talked much about my own wedding on the blog lately – but today is a big day for the Pilot and I. We have our first shower tonight – one of the first things that is really solidifying the fact that we’re getting married soon. Wow, in just about two months.

Happy Wedding Weekend to those getting married this weekend. To those who are not, Happy Friday!

And, watch out for those flying paper planes!

Image courtesy of Under Grace Photo

The party continued at The Lodge at Ironwoods in Leawood, Kansas where the venue really brought home the outdoorsy feel from the ceremony.

The Details:

The Reception:

Images courtesy of Solar Photographers

Who helped out?

Photographer: Solar Photographers
Event Planner: Soirée Event Design
Ceremony Venue: Loose Park
Reception Venue: The Lodge at Ironwoods
Make-up Artist: CaraSue Hall, Professional Makeup and Hair Artist

The beautiful thing about a lot of Midwestern weddings is their simplicity.  While the details are definitely still there – not very many brides try to be over the top. It’s just not in our blood.

Ashley and Taylor were wed outside on a late summer day in September.  And, in the Midwest, that means unpredictable weather. Lets be honest, every day the weather is unpredictable.  The skies opened up just towards the end of their ceremony – and rather than pitch a fit, the two made the absolute best of the situation and enjoyed their moment of marital bliss.

The First Look:

The Ceremony:

The Couple:

Images courtesy of Solar Photographers

Who helped out?

Photographer: Solar Photographers
Event Planner: Soirée Event Design
Ceremony Venue: Loose Park
Reception Venue: The Lodge at Ironwoods
Make-up Artist: CaraSue Hall, Professional Makeup and Hair Artist

Image courtesy of A&A Photography

A seriously refreshing palette for your (hopefully) eventful Wednesday.

I’ve featured majolica blue on the blog before – but in more of a Fall palette. I love the splash of yellow in this combination. It’s the perfect punch of color (and Summer).

Image courtesy of Flights of Fancy

Image courtesy of Megan Thiele Studios

Taking cues from a good friend’s wedding, and Abby from Life in the Super Burbs, I love a bride who embraces TOMS shoes. Especially the colorful ones!

Image courtesy of Fuse Photographic

For more Tuesday Shoesday goodness, hop over to Swatchbook Weddings, Simply & Forever, SWOONOVERIT, Meant to be Sent, Gwyneth Paige, Life in the Super Burbs, Slice of Lime Design, Lauren Kelly Events, April Foster Events, Jan Schill and Weddings and Pretty Things!

It’s not what you think. Instead, it’s a creative way to display your cupcakes without having to place them on tiers.

Photo courtesy of M David Media via Marry You Me

I love when brides push the envelope. A little rock n’ roll, a little rebellion. So much personality.

Case in point: Amanda and Ben were wed at the Bay Pointe Inn in Shelbeyville, Michigan.

And, as part of their “big finale” the two decided to take the plunge. Right into wakeboarding. Amanda in her gown and Ben wearing his full suit.  Don’t believe me?

Images courtesy of k. holly photography

For one, I suck at wakeboarding, so this would never happen. But, it does make me wish we were getting married in the mountains so the Pilot and I could snow ski/snowboard in our attire. Would be fun!

And, kudos to Kristen for capturing these photos!

Images courtesy of Laura Dombrowski Photographer