This Valentine’s Day plan a wedding that not only embodies your love for one another, but literally spells it out. Read this holiday’s ode on how to strategically incorporate some festive romance into your big day. In honor of our favorite artist Nat King Cole and his beloved hit, “L-O-V-E” continue down the page for some inspiration that ought to be from Cupid himself.
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L – is for the way we look at this dress. This fabulous, yet tasteful open back gown highlights the best of romance with its lace design.
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O – is for the only cocktail your guests will need. Read the recipe below to add this lovely prosecco “love potion” to your drink menu.
“The Love Potion Cocktail”
INGREDIENTS
FOR THE BLACKBERRY SYRUP
1/3 cup blackberries, plus 8 more for garnish
1/3 cup water
1/3 cup sugar
FOR THE COCKTAIL
1 bottle of prosecco or champagne
FOR THE GARNISH
4 sprigs of thyme
INSTRUCTIONS
- In a small saucepan, bring the blackberried, water and sugar to a boil. Turn to low and let simmer for 10 minutes. Strain blackberries and let syrup cool.
- Add 2 tbsp. of syrup to the bottom of each glass. Top with champagne and add in a sprig of thyme and 2 blackberries!
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V – is for these very, very extraordinary invitations. These invites classily pair a pantone pink with some of the key elements of Valentine’s day. The invite is playful enough to incite some excitement into your guests as they prepare for your big day, but also keeps your invites sophisticated and well designed.
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E – is even more than anyone can adore these table arrangements.
The light pink paired with the lighter colored florals again help keep an even design theme. These table top pieces are simple and help eliminate clutter that comes along with an over-the-top holiday. The touches of gold also help with lightning, and give your tables that desirable high-end feel.
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Love was made for your flower girl and this dress.
This light pink dress adds to your whimsical scheme and even your flower girl will fall in love with its design. Pictured here this dress even makes a good piece for a romantic beach wedding for here in Tampa Bay.
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Take my heart and please don’t break it with this four layered gradient cake. To go with your festive color scheme, this beautiful multi-colored crafted cake is the true gem of your wedding. Your guests will practically swoon over this “artsy” cake.
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Love is more than a game for two – it’s also you in these shoes. These gorgeous Gucci heels are the perfect contrast to your wedding gown, and compliment your color scheme perfectly.
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