Seasonal Themes

Once upon a time, 'chocolate brown' went by a variety of names in bridal world: cocoa. Espresso. Now, however, it's like the most visible Hilton heir: Paris (just Paris). Everyone knows who you mean.

Simply can't imagine your wedding without those bright punches of color that sunflowers bring to the table? You've got plenty of company!

Over the last few years, brides have waded knee-deep into C-O-L-O-R. But now that we're here, something novel is happening. To wit, brides are reclaiming white.

What's the essence of West Coast elegance? Wine country! Devoted to every nuance of the palate (some might call it obsessed), this wedding brings big aesthetic values to the overloaded table.

Looking for a wedding palette that's romantic yet classic, sweet yet dignified, that couldn't be a better fit for early spring? Pale pink and champagne make for a gorgeous start.

Still at the start of your wedding planning process? Ever wish you had a guide to help narrow down the themes and colors that really suit the time of year you're holding your wedding? Here, we try to do just that.

In many parts of the country — and in our storybook New England vision of the seasons — November's a funny month. And as a period all its own, it poses a special challenge when it comes to designing a wedding that's informed by the natural world.

Over the past few years, we've all seen some spectacular renditions of Winter Wonderland weddings in the magazines. And when most of us see this done up 'right,' we get an immediate, gut reaction.

Autumn weddings. They bring to mind all kinds of happy paradoxes: rustic elegance. Unstaged abundance. But what if you want a fall wedding with a little twist on the usual palette of reds, oranges and golds?

There's reason behind the old saying, "fresh as a daisy." Because when brides of all ages want to express the youthful side of love, nothing beats the daisy in all its guises.

A spring wedding brings a splash of excitement to what can be a long, slow trek toward summer. So it's a sure thing your wedding guests will show up in a celebratory mood.

An herbal wedding says romance — with conviction. Its palette is fragrance, muted colors, and sentimental symbolism.

It's spring ... the tulips are blooming, the temperatures are rising — what a perfect time for a wedding!

Want a country-style wedding with rusticity and charm by the bucketful? Envisioning a glorious ride for two around the hayfield? See yourself gliding down the aisle in a fresh-as-summer cotton eyelet gown? Then you've found the right place to help you pull off that special event you've always dreamed of!

A old, old voice must have whispered when you set your heart on an autumn wedding ...

Ah, winter. For many brides, it's not just a time of year. Instead, it's a dream as distinct as those held by any other bride who's envisioned a fairytale extravanza, garden party, or evening black-tie affair. The fact is, fields of snow and ice-lined trees make for Alps-sized glamour that few other seasons can match.

With the bloom of spring in the air, beautiful daffodils raise their heads in triumph of a new season. Choosing daffodils as your wedding theme can also be used to signal the blossoming of a new marriage together.

The wedding of your dreams doesn't have to take place during the popular wedding months. A winter wedding can be spectacular, and you'll enjoy significant financial advantages.

A spring wedding brings an air of excitement. It’s the time of year when flowers begin to bloom and the warm air is revitalizing. Most couples who married in the spring would tell you that it’s the perfect season for a marriage ceremony.

Who says that the wedding of your dreams requires a sleeveless dress and air-conditioning? A beautiful winter wedding can be breathtaking, cozy, and come with a lot of financial benefits! What are you waiting for?