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Elements of Style

January 8, 2019 by Stephanie Maxwell Newton Leave a Comment

From flowers and cakes to stationery, gather ideas for your big day from this roundup

Flower Power

Not sure where to start? Dive into floral design ideas to establish the overall mood of your celebration

1 Pieris, seeded eucalyptus, bamboo eucalyptus, salal, and springeri ferns are punctuated with ranunculi and ‘White Cloud’ garden roses for a greenery bouquet that is neutral yet vibrant. Pigmint Floral Studio, Fayetteville, shoppigmint.com

2 Burgundy carnations, ‘Cherry Brandy’ roses, ‘Free Spirit’ roses, ‘Safari Sunset’ leucadendron, red hypericum berries, broomcorn millet, ‘Burgundy Cushion’ chrysanthemums, seeded eucalyptus, dried lotus pods, and grevillea are gathered with a ribbon for a bright-and-bold bouquet. Ye Olde Daisy Shoppe, Conway, yeoldedaisy.net…

Starry Night

June 7, 2018 by Stephanie Maxwell Newton Leave a Comment

Moody Blues: Call on dark hues and earthy undertones to set the tone for an outdoor evening wedding

Boutonnières featuring purple iris, blue thistle, dianthus, lisianthus, and green trick with salal, huckleberry, ruscus, and silver dollar eucalyptus. Tanarah Luxe Floral, Little Rock, tanarahluxefloral.com…

Farm-to-Table Fête

January 10, 2018 by norma@rootpublishing.com Leave a Comment

Shayla Copas infuses a wedding-weekend tradition with her signature style

When Shayla Copas started planning this rehearsal dinner, she knew exactly where she wanted to have it: her friends’ recently renovated farmhouse in west Little Rock. “The inspiration was a farm-to-table yet elegant feel,” Copas says. “I wanted it to feel magical yet grounded.” By setting luxe accents against the location’s wooden tables, tall ceilings, and exposed beams, Copas created a polished and inviting atmosphere that complemented the rustic beauty of the venue.
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Stuck On You

January 9, 2018 by norma@rootpublishing.com Leave a Comment

Elements of the Southwest can bring color and life to a casual wedding celebration

Paper
Clockwise from top: “Sedona” invitation with matching envelope liner and save-the-date card by Courtney Jentzen for Bella Figura. Shindig Paperie, Fayetteville, (479) 521-1778, shindigpaperie.com | Gold-foil letterpress “Viceroy” invitation by Jessica Downs for Bella Figura. By Invitation Only, Little Rock, (501) 975-8902, byinvitationonlylr.com | Gold-foil “Annabell” invitation by Brenda Fox for Bella Figura. Shindig Paperie

Calligraphy provided by Quill & Curl Calligraphy. quillandcurl.com
Cactus sugar cookies provided by Ann Potter Baking. annpotterbaking.com

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To Have and to Rose Gold

January 9, 2018 by norma@rootpublishing.com Leave a Comment

Gold and silver take a backseat to this soft, coppery metallic

Cake
Three-tier classic white wedding cake with salted caramel buttercream icing covered in fondant and brushed with edible rose gold paint. Sweet Love by Kelli Marks, Cathead’s Diner, Little Rock, (501) 613-7780…

You Spin Me Right ‘Round

January 9, 2018 by norma@rootpublishing.com Leave a Comment

Vinyl records and vintage rock ’n’ roll memorabilia provide inspiration for this retro-meets-classic theme

Paper
Clockwise from top: Black invitation with ornate white script. The Social Type, Little Rock, (501) 661-9929 | Ecru William Arthur invitation with trumpet detail. By Invitation Only, Little Rock, (501) 975-8902, byinvitationonlylr.com | Signature Envelofold in Bullion Ginger by Envelopments. By Invitation Only | Black and gold art deco invitation with envelope liner and custom favor card. The Social Type | Square letterpress invitations on 2-ply stock by Smock/Bella Figura. Both from By Invitation Only

Calligraphy provided by Kate Edwards of Quill & Curl Calligraphy. quillandcurl.com

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Main Squeeze

June 8, 2017 by norma@rootpublishing.com Leave a Comment

Citrus-inspired colors and treats add punch to the party

Bridal Bouquet
Bouquet of orange Asiatic lilies, yellow alstroemeria, green buttons, yellow irises, High & Magic roses, and variegated pittosporum. Ye Olde Daisy Shoppe, Conway, (501) 327-7731, yeoldedaisy.net

Invitations / Left to Right from Top:
“Gwyneth Paige” letterpress invite. The Social Type, Little Rock, (501) 661-9929

Smock salmon-colored invite with gold matte foil stamping. By Invitation Only, Little Rock, (501) 975-8902, byinvitationonlylr.com

Abstract watercolor invitation with rose gold foil stamping. Shindig Paperie, Fayetteville, (479) 521-1778, shindigpaperie.com…

Rustic Meets Regal

June 8, 2017 by norma@rootpublishing.com Leave a Comment

With Moss Mountain Farm as the backdrop, local wedding professionals create a down-to-earth yet elegant inspirational wedding scene

If there’s one thing our state graciously gives us, it’s the beauty and divinity of its natural landscape. P. Allen Smith’s Moss Mountain Farm certainly celebrates this gift. Through a warm color palette and organic florals, Jessica Zimmerman of ZIMMERMAN along with a team of talented Arkansas wedding industry professionals created a luxurious experience highlighting natural elements and scenic views in this dreamy wedding inspiration shoot….

Farm-to-Table Fête

Stuck On You

To Have and to Rose Gold

You Spin Me Right ‘Round

Main Squeeze

Rustic Meets Regal

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