{A Weekend Wedding} Destination Paris!

Welcome to Parisian Themed {Weekend Wedding}!

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Welcome to Paris!  For this Parisian themed wedding, the couple has chosen a chic colour combination of grey and pink.  A fun tea length wedding dress with polka dotted overlay by an unknown designer is accented by a flowing grey bridesmaid dress with halter neck by AfterSix and grey suits for the groomsmen.  Long before the wedding vows are exchanged, the guests receive fashionable striped invitations in French.  The wedding tables are elegantly draped in pink linens and upon each table sits a miniature Eiffel tower centerpiece.  To pay hommage to the vintage French balloon women, the rooms are filled with bunches of pink balloons, which the guests released into the air.  The guests indulge in a table overflowing with French sweets and candies, and at the end of the night everyone is sent home with a miniature Eiffel tower to remember their time in this fantastic destination.

{It's the Little Touches ...}

These thank you cards and table numbers have a chic and modern design that is perfect for a Parisian themed wedding.  Stationary etsy seller DapperPaper.

Want to add a little vintage Parisian flair to your wedding?  Try demi French lace gloves like these ones by etsy seller CRBoggsDesigns.

You all know that I love a good necklace!  They make unique accents for yours and your bridesmaids' fashion.  For a Parisian wedding, have personalized medallions made with your favourite French words.  Or look for sweet Eiffel tower charms.  Necklace by etsy seller chinacherie.

Next week we're heading to Greece for the next installment of {February is Destination Month}! 

Be sure to check in often and cast your vote for this week's poll.

{Table Top} Destination Paris!

Good evening everyone!  My gosh I have been such a slacker this week, but never fear!  I have returned with some beautiful inspirations for a Parisian themed wedding!
As it is with your fashions, the colours that you choose to use for your Parisian themed wedding are really that important.  It is more important to create the Parisian atmosphere by using chic designs and decorations.  If you are looking for a little colour guidance, I would suggest using chic and modern colour combinations.  Try using grey as a neutral against bright and vibrant colours like yellow, blue, or pink.  Or pair chic pastels together to create a very soft look to your day.  The choice is always yours!
So, let's take a look at some great inspirations!


{Decorations, Centerpieces, & Table Settings}
Nothing says Paris like the Eiffel Tower!  Use this in your wedding as centerpieces or decorations and you will have the perfect Paris themed wedding.  Also, try adding balloons or umbrellas to your decor to give it a little Parisian pizzazz! 

{Stationary & Favors}

The same goes for your invitations, stationary, and favors!  Think about things that really represent Paris, or how the idea of Paris and France makes you feel.  Try using fashionable and chic designs like stripes or filigree, then pair that with a beautiful flower, a lovely lantern, or of course the eiffel tower!

{Desserts}
The dessert of choice for a Parisian themed destination wedding is simple ... MACAROONS!  And the beauty of macaroons is that they can be made in a multitude of colours and flavours like green tea, blueberry, raspberry, strawberry, lavender, chocolate, and vanilla.  You will always have a perfect match no matter which colours you choose!

Tomorrow you're invited to a Parisian Themed {Weekend Wedding}!  Be sure to cast your vote for this week's poll!

{What to Wear Wednesday} Destination Paris!

Good evening and welcome to the first edition of {What to Wear Wednesday} of Destination Month!
This week we will be looking at Parisian destination weddings or Parisian themed weddings.
When you think about Paris, you think about fashion!  For a Parisian themed weddding, it isn't so much about the colours that you choose, but the silhouettes and the accents that you pick out for your fashions.  You want to be sure that you look the haute couture part.  Let's take a look at some great inspirations for a Parisian destination wedding!

{Accessories}
For your accessories, try to find cute accents that add sophistication to your fashions.  Look for little clutches, gloves, belts, or even umbrellas!

{Bridesmaids}
Look for pretty looking fabrics, modern silhouettes, and interesting details like high necks, buttons, bows, or flowers.  Also, some vintage stylings can be modernized to create a really unique and sophisticated look.

Dress by Jim Hjelm Occasions.

Dress by Alvina Valenta.

Dress on left by Allen Schwartz; dress on right by Lela Rose.

Dress by J. Crew.

Dress by David Meister.

Dresses with vintage stylings by unknown designers.

Changing it up a bit this week ... stop in tomorrow for {Table Top Thursday} for Destination Paris!

{Announcement} February is Destination Month ...

So, it's officially Destination Month at I do ... Inspiration, and I soooo cannot wait to take mini wedding-vacations to exotic places for some fun in the sun!
Thanks to everyone who participated in last week's poll to determine where we would be visiting this month, I write this blog for my readers and it means alot when they take the time to tell me what they want!
And the results are ...
1st week: Paris with 60% of the votes ... ah je ne sais quoi!
2nd week: Greece with 70% of the votes ... mmmm baklava!
3rd week: Hawaii with 26% of the votes ... don't forget your leis and hula skirts!
4th (final) week: Mexico with 20% of the votes ... salsa AND salsa dancing!

The honourable mention goes to Rome with only 6% of the votes.

See you all tomorrow for {Table Top Tuesday} with Parisian flair!