Wedding trends to dream about...

There have been a few trends that seem to keep popping up as I look in bridal magazines or on bridal websites that I just love! So of course I had to share them with all of you. :) P.S. I got all the photos from the Knot.

1. I love the idea of honoring all the married or even engaged couples in a unique way at your wedding. I love how this wedding made the pictures into a gorgeous backdrop.

2. I love new and unique h'orderve ideas. Not a fan of the classics? Rock some new ideas by serving up you and your fiance's favorite snacks!

3. I also love personalized cakes. You've got personality (and so does your fiance) why not show it off? :)

4. I also love the idea of having a top your own cupcake bar as a desert table. And who doesn't like this little sign? lol

So there are my top four. I will probably try to do something like #1 in our wedding. What are some of your favorite trends right now? Feel free to send me a message or post up a comment.

Forever Dreaming,
Katelyn

Boudoir Photography!

I love sexy yet feminine things, and one thing that I have been considering for quite some time now is whether or not to do a boudoir photo session. If you have never heard of the term (but I'm sure you all have) its basically a photo session with you some awesome lingerie (or nothing at all if you prefer) with great makeup, hair, and a professional photographer. Its sexy yet stylish and elegant. Here's a peek:

There is one photographer, Stacey, who does amazing work with her boudoir photography right here in Sacramneto, and she is holding yet another of her Boudoir Photography Marathons July 16th - 18th.

If anyone is interested please check out her site here. And if any of you have had a boudoir session before, tell me what you think! Was it just a blast?!

Forever Dreaming,
Katelyn

I love him so...

These past few weeks my FH and I have seemed to grow even closer. I am going through some grown up stuff with my friends (the possibility of them moving away, new boyfriends, etc.) and he has talked with me through all of it. Not just talked, but really listened and cared. He's held me through my sad times, he's joked and reminisced with me. And I must say...I love it! He has made me feel so cared for and special and important, and I am amazed when people tell me that they can't talk to their partner about things.

I am really, truly lucky to have met him and that we were such a perfect match together. May I never forget that. :)

I hope you all are feeling loved and special tonight.
Forever Dreaming,
Katelyn

Link Love

I have been a bad blogger friend...school, and work, and wedding planning oh my! But I recently met with a client whose daughter is getting married in Hawaii and they are doing all their planning via phone. Thank goodness I'm not, I don't think I could handle it! :) But anywho, I just wanted to show you all a few pics that are inspiring me right now...

For anyone who hasn't heard of these awesome ladies, I am in love with The Wedding Chicks Blog. In fact all these photos below I found on their blog, so be sure to check them out!

I absolutely cannot wait to buy my wedding lingerie! But then again

I have always loved shopping for sexy little under garments. :)

And check out this photo! Wouldn't this be great as a Save the Date?!

Oh and here's an interesting update, although the wedding is still 11 months away- I cannot wait to take my FH's last name! I'm thinking of making myself a new email address to hold myself over. Lol

Forever Dreaming,
Katelyn

Distractions

With my work rolling out a new software and making me put in extra hours to get used to it, I have had little time this week to just sit back and day dream. But one thing that I am starting to think about - our engagement party!  Here's my inspiration at the moment:

(click the photo for the link)

I think it will be help at my parent's house, very cozy and informal. Just a great way for our families and friends to meet each other before the big day. Here's some tips I picked up on ehow.com

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  The bride's father should always make a toast, regardless of the locale or mood of the party.
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  Not everyone who is coming to the wedding needs to be invited to the engagement party.
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  Always splurge on good champagne.
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  Make sure you have the location booked at least a month in advance so you can concentrate on other details of party planning.
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  Never invite someone to the engagement party who is not invited to the wedding.
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  Gifts should not be expected.
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  Always consider the bride and groom in the planning, for it is essentially a party for them.
  Have a great Thursday!
  Forever Dreaming,
  Katelyn

Adorable Save the Date Video Idea!

Check out what I just found on the Knot:

My Real Wedding from The Knot and The Nest.

Is that not the best?!
Forever Dreaming,
Katelyn

Ring shots!

Since tomorrow is my day off (Sooo needing this one!) I am going to play around with taking my own ring shots My inspiration:

I love that spoon and fork picture! Such a cute idea. Well I'll let you all know how my effort goes, expect some silly stories and terrible photos to follow. Haha
Forever Dreaming,
Katelyn

Music Fun

So one of the things that my dude and I am excited about- Planning the music for the reception! We can be pretty goofy and some of our music choices will definitely highlight that, such as these awesome classics!:






And my favorite:


Hehe I just can't wait!
Forever Dreaming,
Katelyn

Adorable DIY Bridesmaid Invitations

Here a few wonderful options for a DIY card to help you invite your friends/family into your bridal party. 

(Each picture links to it's instruction page.)

Adorable aren't they?  I think I might end up using the one from Martha Stewart.

Have a wonderful weekend everyone!

Forever Dreaming,

Katelyn

Wedding Scavenger Hunt

 

Find these pencils on Etsy!

    Here's a great idea to kill time between the ceremony and the reception (maybe while you and the groom are taking your photos) and also to help break the ice with the guests! Hold a wedding scavenger hunt! Have pencils and paper available for the guests, either at the escort card table when they walk in or at their own specific tables, along with a list of quirky things for them to find out about the other guests! Not only will it be fun and end up being a hit, but your guests won't realize it if your photo shoot runs a little longer than you expected. 

Here's some fun things you could ask them to find out:

Someone who has an unusual job. 

Someone who has been to another country in the last year.  

Someone who always knew the bride and groom would get married.  

Someone who has a funny story about the bride and groom. 

Someone who has red hair. 

Someone who has an older sibling.  

Someone who was not born in the United States.  

Someone who has lived on a farm. 

Someone who has ran a marathon in the last year.  

Someone who has a birthday in June. 

Someone who has a mother named Barbara. 

Someone who knew the bride and groom when they first met.

Someone who has went skydiving. 

Someone who has known the groom since college. 

Someone who has known the bride since elementary school (not including family).  

Someone who has been married 30 or more years. 

Someone who can juggle. 

The possibilities are endless! So have fun and keep dreaming!
Forever Dreaming,
Katelyn

Yet Another Geektastic Wedding Idea!

You all know how much I love all things nerdy, geeky, or dorky. And this just made my day! As I was searching around the world wide web I found this wonderfully geeky idea, your own video game invite! The couple Darina and Niko put together an 8-bit video game which their guests must complete to get the invitation at the end. Love it!



So tell me about your unique invitation ideas! Send me an email or just comment bellow. And have a wonderful weekend! Take some time to relax and do something fun with your significant other!

Forever Dreaming,
Katelyn

A nerd's romantic proposal.

Because I do so love anyone who can be considered a nerd, dork, geek, or goof I LOVED this the second I saw it.



Not only is it adorable and unique, but think of the time it took for him to hack into the game, create the characters using their own personal memories, and still have it blend in with the rest of the game. Now that is what I call thoughtful! Not only did this have me smiling the entire time I even will admit that I caught a tear forming in the corner of my eye.

So to all you boys out there who are worried that your woman won't love your proposal, its the thought and the effort that makes it so romantic.

So share some of your own proposal stories with me! I can just never have enough warm fuzzy thoughts in my day!

Forever Dreaming,
Katelyn