2012 Wedding Trends

2012 is here, and for most of us in the wedding biz, Wedding season is just about to begin!
Today, we've got a two part special detailing some of the hottest trends in wedding this year. 


In 2012, brides will look to be transformed on their big day and they will make their day an 
extension of their personal individuality.



According to one of our wedding community's members, Streetlight Republic Photography¸
“2012 is all about Romance. Lace. Ruffles. Princesses.  The scenery and props of Pride and Prejudice combined with Cinderella’s wedding gown and horse drawn carriage (maybe not a pumpkin though) would be right on trend."  

1.  Color, color, color!! It doesn’t seem like you can go wrong with any colour palette. Some popular mixes are red cherry and lime, coral and grey, hot pink and black or white, mocha with soft pinks, light blue and aqua, and a mixture of oranges.

2. Themed weddings are back. Everything from the cake and invitations to dinner and the venue will tie into the theme. This travel themed wedding {featured on Hostess with the Mostess} is one of our favs!

3.  Romantic elegance is the biggie in 2012. This is where the princess part comes in.  Think silver or gold accents, chandeliers, English gardens, statues, ball gowns, hats and gloves, romantic candlelight, soft hair.

4.  Pets in the wedding party are still huge. Everyone will be oooing and ahhing over your sweet pup as he stumbles down the aisle to bring your rings. Some are even dressing them in tiny tuxes or dresses to match the wedding party.

5.  Dresses are romantic.  Victorian style dresses, horsehair trim, corsets, layers of soft ruffles, lace sleeves, two tiered skirts, short lengths and illusion necklines are a few of the big trends. It is also okay to add a little color this year. We are seeing dresses in light sage and blush — a beautiful addition.

We love these trends and are so excited to see more as the year progresses!!

Black Friday sale on Etsy

To celebrate Black Friday, save 50% off all digital invitations this weekend only. Use on all digital invitations from holiday cards to wedding invitations, mad libs cards to baby announcements. You can even use of custom designs.  Enter coupon code "BLKFRIDAY" at checkout.**


Visit our Etsy page now
**Sale is valid on all digital files currently on sale {includes holiday cards and wedding invitations}. Discount may not be applied to DIY paper supplies or printed invitations. Purchased files must be used immediately. Files may not be purchased for use at a later date. Sale prices valid from Friday, November 24 to Sunday , November 26, 2011.


Happy shopping!

WIN your Wedding invitations!

Blush Notes Invitations has just launched a new invitation line and we want to share the excitement with you! Beginning November 7th, enter our love at first blush contest to win 100 Wedding invitation sets from our new line. 

Here are the rules…

• “Like us” on our Facebook page. 
• Each day we will post a “featured invitation” on our page. 
• Locate the "featured invitation” and head over to our website to enter our contest ballot. {You will need the “featured invitation” to enter}.
• You may enter once per day during the Contest period.
• Prizes include one (1) Grand prize of 100 invitation sets from our new invitation line ($600 value), and five (5) secondary prizes of $100 off when you book your Wedding invitations with us.
• Contest Terms and Conditions

Good Luck!

Already have wedding invitations? Let your friends and family know about our contest.  

Remember to say thank you!

This is a special post for all you summer and fall brides. The wedding's come and gone and now you're settling into the comfort of married life with your new hubby. After all the planning and stress of a wedding, it's easy to forget about the little things that come after the celebration, like saying thank you.

Thank you cards should be sent out within 6 months of your wedding. Our line of thank you cards include more traditional style cards and postcards make it super easy to gather your favourite wedding pictures and place them all in one fun postcard to send out to guests. Starting at just $1.79 each, saying thank you is a breeze!

Visit our website for the full line.

New invitation line!

We're thrilled to announce our new line of invitations by Carlson Craft!
These pre-designed invitations allow our clients to have fully matching invitation sets at an affordable price.

Check out a sneak peek of our line. To view the full line, please visit our website: www.blushnotes.com or arrange for an in-person consultation to see samples.

The full line is available for viewing on our website: www.blushnotes.com or set up a consultation to see samples in person.

Wedding Symbols

Brides and grooms love to have customized logos and symbols to set their wedding theme. Traditional symbols such as butterflies and doves were viewed as signs of love. Modern day brides are using trendier symbols such as anchors, cherry blossoms and peacocks, creating fun wedding themes. 


Looking for a theme for your wedding or invitations? Have a look at our list below to help with your planning:

Acorn = life beginnings
Anchor * = hope, stability
Apple = fertility, love
Bamboo * = lasting friendship, devotion
Bee * = faithfulness
Bird * = soul
Bridge * =  transition from one life to another
Butterfly * = the soul, joy
Chrysanthemum = happiness, longevity
Daisy = innocence, purity
Dove = life spirit, soul
Evergreens = eternity
Feather = truth
Fern * = sincerity
Fish * = a pair portrays the joys of union and marriage
Fleur-de-lys = hope, affection
Gate * = entrance into new life
Holly * = good will, joy
Horsheshoe = good luck
Ivy = constant affection, friendship, fidelity
Knot = union
Ladybug = luck
Lotus * = past, present, and future; love
Maple Leaf = emblem of lovers
Palm Tree * = blessings
Peacock * = love, desire
Peony = love, good fortune, happiness
Pineapple * = fertility, hospitality
Pine Cone = good fortune
Rose = passion, desire, joy
Shell = life, love, marriage, good fortune
Starfish * = divine love
Sunflower = infatuation, longevity
Tree * = the life principle, diversity in unity
Tulip = perfect love

One of the easiest ways to spice up your invitation is with a motif. Introducing it through your wedding invitations makes it easy to carry it through the rest of your wedding. 

When choosing your symbol, think of something that represents the two of you as a couple and that provides some meaning to you. You might also be inspired by the season, locale, or even an interest that the two of you share together.

Below are some of our wedding logos now available in our ETSY shop. 

   

A Modern Day Fairy Tale - {Nicole} + {Tom}

One of my favourite things about creating invitations is the pleasure of seeing the wedding photos after the big day has come and gone. It's a rarity to see a couple who are truly and deeply in love. You know what I'm talking about, right? They're the couple who inspire you to believe in fairy tales. Today's blog entry features that fairy tale couple.

I first met Nicole in a corporate work environment; and we instantly clicked due to our love of clothing and high heel shoes. I quickly learned that she is one of the kindest and most genuine people I'd ever met. I was thrilled to work with her and Tom on their invitations, wedding signs, matching stickers, menu cards, table numbers and place cards.

Their wedding day was captured by Lee Weston Photography and features the story of the modern day fairy tale - marrying your best friend. Enjoy!

{Full blog post can be found at Lee Weston Photography Blog)