Today is all about reader inspiration boards! I love these days because it gives me a chance to see what brides are really loving out there. And, how completely different ideas and inspirations can come together in absolutely beautiful ways.
Our first board was sent to me by Jennifer, who is getting married in Del Mar, California in a laid back, semi-casual affair. Using the beach and ocean as her inspiration and backdrop, Jennifer wanted to combine both her style and her fiance’s…the end result will be a blue and brown themed wedding, with the ceremony on the grass in a park overlooking the ocean, and the reception on the beach. This wedding is all about understated elegance…
The next board was designed by Bridget who was inspired by the Steven Holl chapel at Seattle University…
Bridget has recently started her own blog, featuring her wedding planning journey. It’s a cute read filled with gorgeous pictures and ideas, so definitely check it out when you have some time. I have more inspiration boards coming throughout the day!
Comment by Kate on 21 May 2008:
I wish I knew how to make an inspiration board! Anybody have any hints or a how-to guide they want to share with the computer inept? Thanks!
Great boards by the way. Love the modern look to the second one.
Comment by abby larson on 21 May 2008:
Hi Kate! I use Adobe Illustrator to create my boards, basically copy and pasting each image onto a page, then playing with the transform function (sizing) until they all “fit” together.
Other users have success with Word and Powerpoint, doing the same copy/paste method. Photoshop also works well.
You can download a free version of illustrator or photoshop on the Adobe website for a limited time. Should be enough time for you to construct a board. The download does take quite a bit of time and space though:)
Let me know if you have any other questions!
Comment by sierra on 21 May 2008:
I love the gown in Bridget’s board. So modern and feminine! Very chic boards. And I recognize the Del Mar location in Jennifer’s board. It’s a beautiful spot.
Comment by Abbie in CO on 21 May 2008:
I love the bridesmaid dress in Jennifer’s board. Any ideas on the designer?
Comment by Kathleen on 21 May 2008:
Hi Bridget! I am so excited to see your board! I am getting married at the very same Seattle U chapel next summer!! I have been struggling to pick colors and your board gave me some great ideas! Thank you! I can’t wait to check out your blog.
Comment by Jennifer on 21 May 2008:
My Bridesmaid dresses are Vera Wang
Comment by Linda on 21 May 2008:
Jennifer-Wow! That gown is gorgeous! Do you mind sharing the designer?
Comment by leah on 21 May 2008:
great board bridget - very inspirational and fun blog…can’t wait to check it out everyday!
Comment by yan on 22 May 2008:
wow.. i have never come across someone who uses architecture as inspiration for her wedding. Being an architect, i would really love to see the outcome of your ideas. I can imagine this to be the start of something wonderful.
Comment by yan on 22 May 2008:
Bridget, i forgot to ask where did you find that dress? Its beautiful.
Comment by Jennifer on 22 May 2008:
Linda - it is Paloma Blanca
Comment by Betina on 21 July 2008:
Where did Jennifer find that wedding dress? That is EXACTLY what I’m looking for and am having trouble finding it exactly (I’m very picky :)) Can anyone tell me where that pic is from? Thanks!!