Like any other woman out there that has access to the internet, I too love Pinterest.  It has EVERYTHING! Recipes, clothing inpso, hair & make up, and everything else you didn't know you needed.  It is also notorious for having the most gorgeous wedding inspiration on the market.  But don't let Pinterest fool you.  It may be crawling with wedding ideas that you fall in love with but be careful because Pinterest is not a wedding planner. It doesn't allow for all the organizational tips and tools that you will need through your wedding planning journey.  Check out the best ways that we believe you can use Pinterest to your advantage this wedding season.

Click & Pin. Click & Pin. Click & Pin. It's almost fun how easy it is to get lost in a black hole of Pinterest by just pinning anything that slightly catches your eye. When it comes to finding inspiration for your wedding you have to be a little more picky. Here's our tips to staying organized.
1. Create different boards for different parts of your wedding. For example, one for flowers, for desserts, for dresses, for place settings, etc.
2. Every time you pin something make a note on that pin of WHY you pinned it. Make sure it is a little more detailed than "I like it because it is pretty." Comment on the colors, the shapes, the wow factor it could add. That way you can look back and actually remember why you pinned it in the first place.
3. Don't pin just to pin. Think about the color scheme of your wedding. Keep in mind the atmosphere you want your wedding to have. Pick three words to describe your wedding and if that pin doesn't fit in any of those categories, don't pin it.
4. Be mindful of what you pin/how much pin. Every time you get on Pinterest remind yourself that you and your special one set a budget for your big day.  If you pin another 100 ideas then it could be costing you another couple hundreds of dollars. 
5. Share your pin board with your REAL LIFE Wedding Planner. Having these boards ready to discuss with your wedding planner will help create an overall vision for the wedding and give them a good place to start to help you plan every last detail.

Tip #1: When thinking about your guest list don’t get too overwhelmed too quickly. Start big picture. Do you want a large wedding or a smaller wedding? Family only or do you want to invite everyone you’ve ever met? Your guest list will play a role into how you choose a venue, a caterer, lodging, transportation and more. Just remember it is your day and you should celebrate with the people YOU want there.

Tip #2: One of the most overwhelming parts of wedding planning is staying in budget. Before you start charging everything to the credit card... do your research! Looks at average costs, compare prices from vendor to vendor, set realistic expectations, and don’t be afraid to make compromises. There is a way to have the perfect wedding day but also to stay out of debt. And if your money management skills aren’t your strongest quality then look into a Professional Wedding Planner. They will help you create magic but also to help you stay on track.
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We all dream of the most magical time of the year when the lights shine a little brighter and the snow begins to trickle down slowly.  Now just imagine standing there with the one you love most vowing to be with one another "til death do you part". Winter Weddings are among the most enchanted ceremonies not to mention the pictures always turn out stunning.  If you are thinking about having a winter wedding get ahead of the game and check out these three color palates that will be the hit of 2018 winter weddings. 

Thanks to The Black Tux, we have 2018 Winter Wedding color trends that are sure to wow your guests. The color combinations are Navy & Marsala, Olive & Black, and Plum & Grey.  These dark, rich colors combined with lighter detailing colors will make your wedding as soft as the first snowfall of the season. The Navy & Marsala will add a sense of romance and drama.  The Olive & Black will feel like you are truly surrounded by nature.  As for the Plum & Grey, this color combination will keep thing soft and fun and keep the party going all night long. 

Now ladies, we suggest a darker colored dress, maybe with lace or the new trendy velvet? Men, find that perfect timeless wedding suit or tux. Lucky for you, suits and tuxes never go out of style. How will you be joining in on the winter trends?

Winter weddings are that much better if they are Grace and Vance had a gorgeous sparkly metallic wedding at the Westin Denver downtown - all the sparkles! They had a killer dance band, Tunisia. It was a warm afternoon followed by a chilly winter night... perfect for their winter wedding day! Her dress was just stunning, and Bella Calla did a fabulous job with the florals. We are always happy to help you through the planning process. Let us know if you need anything as you go! You can see the rest of Grace and Vance's wedding gallery HERE in our portfolio! 

• Planner - Sweetly Paired Wedding Planner - sweetlypaired.com
• Venue - Westin Tabor Center - westindenverdowntown.com
• Photography - Nicole Noel Photography - nicolenoelphotography.com