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With spring and summer weddings just around the corner, we asked the team at Pigmint Flowers & Gifts to envision a setting—perhaps for a rehearsal dinner or small, intimate wedding—fit for a fun-loving bride and groom. Using the clean architecture of Springdale’s Fairlane Station as a backdrop, they created a bright, citrus-inspired fête.
See the images and story straight from Edition I of 2014, as well as many bonus photos! Prepare to be spring-inspired:
A small sideboard, made from a painted door and wooden slab, is the perfect spot to serve the light appetizers to guests. The Pink Piano garden roses, which are also used in the centerpiece arrangements, create a simple, one-flower bouquet, while cut kumquat branches carry over the citrus theme.
Preppy pinks, garden-inspired greens and imaginative shades of coral, peach, and amber create the cheerful palette. Using the floral colors as a starting point, Pigmint worked with Eventures to select linens and dinnerware to coordinate with the hues. The goal was to create a spectrum of shades within the palette rather than to match everything exactly. The dramatic contrast of brights against the black-and-white setting makes for a modern look. Barn-style doors at either end of the room open to invite guests to mingle indoors and outside.
The table’s three centerpiece arrangements feature Cherry Brandy standard roses, which have a coral orange exterior and open to reveal amber hues, as well as bright Pink Piano garden roses and kumquat branches grouped together in bleached wood containers.
Contemporary acrylic boxes hold popcorn to snack on before dinner is served. A variety of toppings, including Early Bird Catering’s signature dill seasoning, allow guests to personalize the treat to their liking.
Mary’s Rose, a rosemary-infused vodka lemonade made by Early Bird Catering, is a colorful signature drink. Lemon slices and mint sprigs not only add garnish to the glasses, but also additional flavor. Small polka-dot straws with letterpress jewel toppers mimic the setting’s color scheme.
The Fairlane Station sign hangs outside the main entrance.
Location: Fairlane Station, Springdale, fairlanestation.com
Floral and event design: Pigmint Flowers & Gifts, Fayetteville, (479) 444-0404, pigmint.com
Catering: Early Bird Catering, Fayetteville, (479) 236-2930
Paper goods—straw toppers: Pheasant Press, available statewide, pheasantpress.com
Rentals—dinnerware, glassware, linens, and sideboard: Eventures, Fayetteville, (479) 444-7526, Rogers, (479) 273-5466, eventurespartyrentals.com
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Time to take a break, relax, and indulge yourself in the gorgeous barn ceremony of Lauren and Keith McDaniel.
Our favorite touches? Yellow and white bouquets, bridal party portraits in lush green fields, and lights galore in a boot-stomping reception.
Thank you to Hudson Photography for sharing the following images!
A very special occasion indeed! We wish Lauren and Keith years of love and happiness!
Resources:
Photographer: Hudson Photography
Videographer: Storytime Productions
Ceremony and Reception: Pratt Place Inn and Barn
Wedding Coordinator: Weddings by Karie
Rentals and Decor: Eventures
Caterer: The Event Group, Bliss Cupcakes, Pedal Pops
Wedding Cake: Rick’s Bakery
Makeup: Ashley Gregory
Florist: Rose of Sharon
Entertainment: DJ Greg Hodges and Fayetteville String Quartet
Dress: She Said Yes
Tuxedos: Beau’s Tuxedos
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The spring wedding of Rebekah and LJ Bryant is a breath of fresh air! Look for clean lines and blushing bouquets set amidst crisp, natural greenery.
The ceremony was held at the Stan Jones Mallard Lodge on April 20, 2013 and was captured by the lovely Lindsey Turner.
We love these playful bridesmaids and groomsmen!
Classic white and blue sailor stripes tie this lovely bouquet together
Instead of a “first look,” the bride and groom opted for a quiet moment to hold hands before the ceremony
Monogrammed cookies add a special touch!
We greatly appreciate Rebekah and LJ for sharing their splendid outdoor ceremony with us!
Resources:
Photography: Lindsey Turner
Flowers: Special Things and Flower Basket
Ceremony & Reception: Stan Jones Mallard Lodge
Cakes: Lyne Hancock
Entertainment: The Tarkingtons; Vikki McGee
Bride’s Dress: Low’s Bridal
Bridesmaid Dresses: J.Crew
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Janie Bryum and Drew Jones may have been married in October of 2013, but we think their wedding is filled with inspiration for a spring ceremony! Take a moment to enjoy their absolutely charming celebration, as shown through the lens of Mallory Berry from MGB Photo.
A glorious colorful bouquet!
A lovely, classic bride with a vintage cut dress and lace umbrella
The bride and groom handmade the invitations.
And the groom crafted the rings as well!
An elegant affair! We wish all the best to Janie and Drew!
Resources:
Photography: Mallory Berry from MGB Photo
Ceremony & Reception: St. John’s Chapel by the Creek
Wedding planner: Heather Smith
Flowers: Flowers and Home
Wedding Favors: Buffett’s Candies
Entertainment: Hendrix String Quartet
Catering & Cakes: Cafe 1217
Wedding Gown: Romona Keveza
Event Rentals: Confetti’s Party Rental
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Mornin’ everyone! Have you been following our spring/summer real weddings online series? Well, we’re halfway through! We’ve rounded up a lovely photo from each wedding we’ve featured thus far– Did you miss any of these? Here’s your chance to catch up!
{1: Ashley & Matt | 2- David & Hayley | 3- Mary & Guy | 4- Sarah & Tyler | 5- Lindley & Caleb | 6- Kelsi & Richard | 7- Donna & Drew}
We love the fresh spring details. Stay tuned in the coming weeks for the second half of our online warm-weather weddings. (We’ve also been working on our spring/summer print edition and can’t wait to show you what’s inside!) Happy Wednesday!
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Time for another real Arkansas wedding! You will be absolutely inspired from the unique and colorful details of this summer wedding. Lindley Summers and Caleb Snowden were married September 1, 2013 at the Stables on the Hill in Fayetteville.
Below are some of our favorite images captured by Kaity Whitman of Photo Love. Keep an eye out for antique treasures, handmade elements, and lovely pastels.
The bride handmade the wedding programs which also served as fans!
What is that gorgeous flower in the center of the bouquet? A Protea King flower, shipped in from Africa! Designed by Pigmint Florist.
Don’t you just love this perfectly candid first look?
The groom carved a jewelry box by hand for the bride’s “day of wedding” gift. Inside – a vintage gold “S” locket!
Instead of flower petals, the flower girl threw paper hearts punched from old vintage books.
The bride’s uncle performed all wedding music with his acoustic guitar, including the wedding march which he learned for the ceremony.
Tying the knot!During the ceremony, the couple tied a fisherman’s knot to represent unity. They chose the fisherman’s knot because it is regarded as the strongest knot known to man. The rope will break before the knot will! The couples plans to frame the rope in their home as a reminder of their special day.
In preparation for the wedding, the couple spent weekends exploring flea markets and hand picking vintage treasures for wedding decor.
The furniture for the wedding display was refurbished and hand painted by the bride.
Family heirlooms such as quilts, books, mason jars, and even a Great Grandmother’s old camera were essential decor accents.
Family members brought in homemade pies and other desserts, some made from famous family recipes! Name plates labeled each dessert and paid tribute to the baker.
Such fun! The groom’s father restored this bright yellow 1977 Jeep Wrangler for the getaway car.
Wow! With so many personal touches, this self-designed wedding was truly the vision of the bride and groom.
Warm wishes to Lindley and Caleb! We hope your years together reflect the beauty and thoughtfulness of this special day.
Resources:
Photography: Kaity Whitman at Photo Love
Wedding planner: Lindley Snowden (the bride!)
Flowers: Pigmint Florist and Dripping Springs Garden
Ceremony & Reception: Stables on the Hill
Invitations: Wedding Paper Divas
Cakes: Harps Bakery
Entertainment: Sound Junkie
Catering: Penguin Ed’s BBQ
Dresses: David’s Bridal
Bride’s shoes: Steve Madden
Tuxedos: JCPenney
Jewelry: Marley Lilly
Wedding rings: Israel Diamond Supply
Event Rentals: Eventures
Makeup: Kenzie Ferguson at Freshair Salon
Hair: Kara Cashion at Freshair Salon
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Get ready! We have another real Arkansas wedding for you to explore!
On October 13, 2013, Sarah Tuller and Tyler Horne said their vows at The Garden Room on Dickson Street in Fayetteville. The couple celebrated their marriage amid vintage accents, the smell of home-baked pies and the tune of local music.
Mallory Berry of MGB Photo captured the event with a keen eye to detail. See our favorites below:
Great idea – opposite color schemes for the groom and his groomsmen!
(Psst…We think their casual vests and khakis would be perfect for a spring or summer wedding!)
Pies handmade by the family substituted for wedding cake.
A vintage suitcase held party favors handmade by the bride.
Soft, pastel bridesmaid dresses
A delightful rustic bouquet
The playfulness of this wedding rings with young love! A special “thank you” to the bride and groom for sharing your precious day with us!
Wedding Resources:
Photographer: Mallory Berry of MGB Photo
Wedding Coordinator: Eden of Garden Room Catering
Caterer: Garden Room Catering
Groom’s Wedding Cake: Harp’s Bakery
Florist: The Flower Patch
Invitations: Invitations by Dawn
Entertainment: Don’t Stop Please
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Richard and Kelsi were married on October 12, 2013 at The Barn at Twin Oaks Ranch in Dardanelle. This whimsical and romantic wedding had a blush, gold and cream color scheme, with plenty of glittered accents. The couple made hand-painted signs, chalkboards, the flower girls’ dresses, favors, framed quotes and several other personal details. The bride’s favorite detail was her bike, which the groom painted blush and glittery gold, topped off with a basket of flowers. See our favorite photos from the light-hearted, unique occasion, captured by Melissa McCrotty Photography:
Sweet flower girls!
Unique centerpieces add playfulness to the reception.
This bride did a fabulous job of creating her dream wedding: whimsical and romantic, indeed!
Resources
Photographer: Melissa McCrotty Photography
Floral, decor, design, coordination: The Barn at Twin Oaks Ranch
Wedding planner: Victoria Hudson at The Barn at Twin Oaks Ranch
Bride’s dress: Atelier Diagonal from The White Dress Boutique, Rogers
Bridemaids’ dresses: Light in the Box
Flower girl dresses: Made by the bride
Groom’s and groomsmen’s tuxes: Formal Affairs, Russellville
Catering: Fat Daddy’s BBQ, Russellville
Cake: TheCakePlace, Russellville
Bride’s makeup: MaRya Hunnicutt at Vspa, Russellville
Bride’s hair: Amber Gullett at La House of Beaute, Russellville
Save the dates: Minted
Invitation Suite: Pretty Little Papers
Pie favors: Baked by the bride’s family
Bridesmaids’ engraved necklaces: Ottava Designs
Flower girls’ bracelets: Miss Sweet Pea Boutique
Garters: Something New Designs
Bride & groom’s cake forks: Eve of Joy
Custom wedding dress hanger: Ten Dollar Hanger Shop
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Who doesn’t love a classic Capital Hotel wedding? Mary and Guy shine among their cascade of blush florals (peonies, sweetheart roses, orchids, hydrangeas) and adorable macaron cake. See our favorite photos from the day, taken by Hudson Photography:
A single color palette creates a luxurious effect.
The intricacy of this cake is astounding!
So sweet!
We adore this always smiling bride! She looks perfectly happy amid her simple and elegant ivory decor.
Thank you to Hudson Photography for sharing with us this very special day.
Resources
Photographer: Hudson Photography
Ceremony & Reception: The Capital Hotel
Cakes: Ed’s Bakery
Entertainment: The DMP Band of RAM Entertainment
Bridal Dress: Proposals
Catering: Joel Antunes, The Capital Hotel
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