How FABULOUS was Colleen’s post-ceremony outfit change into this adorable mini reception dress and these floral go-go boots!
We’re obsessed with that open back. And the bow! Bows are one of our favorite wedding trends to watch right now.
Karie Ricard (the bride’s sister-in-law) absolutely nailed the day’s bridal hairstyles and warm, shimmery wedding makeup. So fun to make a switch from half-up half-down style to chic pony bridal updo!
Is there anything more fun than a pair of statement wedding earrings?
From the bride: "Make this day about YOUR & YOUR PARTNER’S LOVE. This is probably very common advice at this point, but it’s so important.
If you think it’s impossible, or maybe it won’t work, or it’s too much, question it… try it out if you can… talk to each other and make it your own. But also, if you’re like, “All of this is too much, I don’t like planning, and I want to do as minimal as possible,” do that! Do what is comfortable.
If you need help or support, ask respectfully. For example, I asked literally every member of my family for help, and they were happy to contribute (as far as I know). And they actually gave off that energy—like they were excited about it! One of my dear friends offered to help with flowers, and I said, “Yes, please.” I am so grateful to each of our friends and family who supported us in any way they could, and I don’t regret asking for or accepting their support. It was well worth it.
Take breaks, go outside your comfort zone if you want to, take deep breaths, FaceTime your sister who lives in Wisconsin all the time, and ask your sibling to officiate. Do what is authentic to you both.
Bring in your strengths and passions, know your glows and grows.
Don’t worry about traditions, OR do all of the traditions because you enjoy them… it’s your day, and you are going to LOVE IT. Your people are going to love it, too.
On the day of—let it go and soak it in. Everyone told me this, and it really does fly by.
ALSO, you don’t have to invite everyone—we couldn’t afford it, and we didn’t. We invited the people we wanted there and who have celebrated our love from the get-go—those are the people you want there.
Do your processional/walk into your ceremony together if it feels authentic to you—THIS is still such a special memory for us, and countless people at our wedding told us the same."
Congratulations, Colleen + Garrett, on your whimsical Wonderland wedding day full of DIY wow moments! All the best from GWS!
