Tips for a Glamorous Wedding on a Budget

As a lot more couples these days are cutting back on their wedding budgets. I found a great article from my favorite magazine, Martha Stewart Weddings, that will help when you decide what things to cut back on & still have a glamorous wedding.

1. A monochromatic color scheme ups the glam quotient. Try a bold, bright hue like red to make a major statement.

2. Don't have the budget for full-on chair covers? Weave wide grosgrain ribbon through the backs of reception chairs for a softer, polished look.

3. All it takes is one standout glass to make a specialty cocktail, well, special. Ditto the glassware on the reception tables. Choose a rental company with lots of options, and add a colored glass to each place setting as an easy way to bring depth to your tablescape.

4. Give out-of-town guests a little goodnight treat by arranging for hotel staff to leave a small token on their pillows each night of their stay.

5. Take a cue from the silver screen with dramatic black-and-white photography. Black-and-white shots make everything -- and everyone -- appear more chic.

Tasha & Alec's September Wedding

Tasha & Alec were married on September 20th at the Inglewood Baptist Church, with the reception at the Inspiration Centre. Their colors were chocolate brown, ivory, & peach. This was one of my favorite weddings! Check back for more pictures in the portfolio.