I “Heart” Long Tables

February 19th, 2013 by Karen Pan | Comment

Over the years my love for long, rectangular banquet tables have grown more and more. Not only do long tables allow for more intimacy among guests, but they also add some edge to your wedding reception decor. On their own, they give a dramatic effect and sense of royalty to the event design but when mixed with rounds or square tables they create a unique visual effect. The lengthy surface allows for many decor options like flower arrangements of varying heights and table runners for additional color and texture. Whether your theme is vintage, modern or classic, the result is always stunning, elegant and practical.

Photos courtesy of Style Me Pretty (1, 5), Karen Tran Florals (2), WedLuxe (3), Belle the Magazine (4)

Glitter Snow Globe Tutorial

December 19th, 2012 by Karen Pan | Comment

One of the reasons I love this time of the year is because I get to catch up on all the fun DIY projects that I’ve been holding off during the busy wedding season. These glitter snow globes are a great project that can be easily done all year round and used at your wedding. I chose an ornament reflective of the season but you can fill your jar with any non festive decoration that represents you as a couple. Try using different sized jars, mismatched glitter and even artificial foliage. Place them next you flower centerpiece or dessert table. Super cute!

In collaboration with Lorraine Lee from Harvesting Love Events

Textured Linens: Touch of Luxe

September 27th, 2012 by Karen Pan | Comment

With last year’s Royal Wedding and the economy bounce back, we are seeing wedding decor move a little beyond crafty DIY vintage to a more classic glamour and elegance. Textured linens are a perfect way to add that touch of luxe to your wedding. They can include ruffles, rose embroidery, lace and even sequence. The trick is choose these linens tastefully. Depending on the linen you can cover all your tables with textured linens or just highlight a cake or dessert table or have a textured runner. They will transform your room and WOW your guests!

Ruffled linen photo courtesy of Things That Sparkle, Rose embroidery linen courtesy of La Tavola Linen, Sequence linen photo courtesy of Southern Weddings

Non-Traditional Ceremony Aisle Decor

August 23rd, 2012 by Karen Pan | Comment

The wedding aisle is an important part of your wedding day. It’s your final walk before you say “I Do”. But are you looking for something a bit more unique then the traditional florals or flowing white organza to mark this momentous occasion?  Here are some unique ceremony decor ideas that will provide the warm, romantic welcome and that extra touch of personality to your wedding day.

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Streamers photo courtesy of  Dove and Sparrow Photography, Paper Hearts photo from Aubrey Trinnaman, Trunk photo from Meg Perotti, Tropical stones photo from Your Perfect Day, Paper Dot Garlands photo from Eco and Elsie, Pom Poms photo from Pinterest

Article courtesy of Lorraine Lee

Wedding Trend: The Ombre Effect

July 30th, 2012 by Karen Pan | Comment

The ombre effect has been hitting the wedding scene by storm and is now one of the hottest trends. Ombre is french for shaded and the effect refers to the romantic watercolor look when soft, pale hues gradually progress into full, vibrant shades.  If you envision having a very chic and whimsy wedding, this multicolor gradient look is a perfect addition to your decor. It can be incorporated in just about any part of your wedding from the bridesmaids dresses to the centerpieces. Here are some great ideas to inspire your own ombre effect!

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Ombre Rose Petals photo courtesy of Martha Stewart Weddings, Ombre Invitation photo from Paper Freckles,  Ombre Cake photos from Henry Photography, Ombre Centerpiece photo from Ruffled, DIY Ombre Color Wheel photo from Ruffled

Article courtesy of Lorraine Lee

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