Category Archives: Inspirations

A romantic word

By Kathleen I thought today I would just share a few of my favorite inspirational romantic quotes and poems. You might use one of these for a reading, incorporate it into your wedding, or give one to your future groom! … Continue reading

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Modern mobiles make fabulous centerpieces!

By Morgan (A quick note to all our regular readers–Our Web site is up! Our blog will be transitioning over there in the next week or so, but for now you can read entries in both places! www.luxeeventschicago.com Come visit … Continue reading

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A little inspiration — and a Luxe Events deal!

By Morgan Kathleen and I are so pleased to have been mentioned on Snippet & Ink today! Thanks so much to Kathryn for helping get the word out about Luxe Events. In honor of the day, we made our own … Continue reading

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Party at Left Bank!

By Morgan Kathleen and I had a great time yesterday at the Left Bank Blog Launch party, introducing their new blog, Everything But The Dress. Featuring “Something Blue” champagne cocktails by Hpnotiq and the sweetest little blue frosted cupcakes by … Continue reading

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Birthday-inspired bouquets

by Morgan Are you looking for inspiration for your personal flowers? Why not look to your birth month flower, or that of your groom? Just a bloom or two will add a special touch to your wedding day, or choose … Continue reading

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Wedding trends: Birdcage veil

– “Drew,” by Sara Gabriel By Morgan With slinky starlet-inspired silhouettes and flirty 1950s-style dresses showing up in the pages of every bridal magazine these days, it’s no wonder the birdcage veil has had a major comeback! It’s sassy and … Continue reading

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Paint-by table numbers

By Morgan I saw this fantastic idea for table numbers on a great wedding-inspiration blog, Little White Book, and fell in love. The company that makes the “8” vase, Three Potato Four,  actually doesn’t sell them as table numbers (they … Continue reading

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Pretty paper projects

By Morgan What is it about paper and weddings that seems like such a magical combination? It can be delicate and bold at the same time, and it can be used in so many ways beyond just programs and invite … Continue reading

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Isn’t it charming?

By Morgan Here’s a bridal tradition I just love: The bridesmaids’ charm cake. Legend has it that the tradition of giving charms to bridesmaids began in medieval times, when the groom-to-be would bribe the bride’s attendants with little gifts so … Continue reading

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Bold spaces for striking receptions

By Morgan A ballroom reception isn’t for everyone. If your bridal style is more urban than urbane, why not check out one of these unique event spaces for your big day?  Salvage One Salvage One is a West Town architectural … Continue reading

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