A font can do so much for your wedding invitation by setting your style and in giving your guests the feel of the day.  Choose an elegant script font (such as bickham) paired with traditional italian papers and you are letting them know it is a more formal affair.  Go for something a little more whimsical such as the Feel font, and it tends to be a casual soiree.

We believe you should never get too attached to a font until you see your name in it ~ what works great for one name, doesn't have the same effect for another.

We have an extensive collection of fonts from around the world, but these tend to be our tried and true favorites.

Here are a few more new save the dates.  We are continuing to see a lot of peacock blues and purples!  Once again, thanks to Jeremie Barlow Photography for providing us with images for our templates.

I couldn't resist the opportunity for two blogs in one day when I can share the work of other local wedding vendors in addition to some of our own concepts.

Style Perfect owner and planner, Carla Eustache developed a concept shoot for a garden reception at Concord's Orchard House.  The Orchard House is an estate built in 1853 that has been refurbished and is perfect for garden ceremonies and receptions.


Are are a few of the images from the concept shoot.  Ella Elise provided invitations, menu cards and favor / table card labels.  Be sure to check out all of the fabulous vendors!

It's been too long since our last blog!  We took two weeks off to spend the holidays with our families and enjoy a little vacation.  My family has been preparing for the arrival of our 3rd child this summer and Ella is convinced it will be a girl (even though we aren't finding out).

We are looking forward to the Charlotte Bridal Showcase at the end of the month and hope to see you there.

Here are a two save the date concepts that we have recently worked on. Thank you to Jeremie Barlow for providing the images.

Best wishes to everyone in 2010!

We will be following up with some additional images of the wedding stationery, but be sure to check out Kristin Vining's blog on Jackie and Jonathan's Wedding.

Check out these upcoming events at Hayden Olivia and Congrats to owner Heather Batt on her new baby boy!


Couture SAMPLE SALE/Stella & Dot Trunk Show (gowns will be priced from $500 and up)
December 3-5 

Vineyard Collection and Reverie by Melissa Sweet
December 10-12

Augusta Jones/New Designer at Hayden Olivia
December 17-19

We've read the over the top and embellished script fonts will be a big trend in wedding invitations for 2010.  It immediately made me think of one of our designs.

We get mixed responses when we show our clients this sample.  They either absolutely love love love the flourish of the font, or they find in difficult to read.  It is definitely a fun invite and the font is truly beautiful and flexible.  You can use multiple versions of this font to get the effect of the flourish but in a more simple approach.

We just had to highlight this ADORABLE save the date for Rachel & Brent.  The amazing photo by Indigo Photography gave me an easy canvas to work from.

A great photo save the date, starts with a great photo!

Monograms continue to maintain their popularity in all things wedding.  We use them on invites, napkins, favors, dance floor lighting, general decor, custom labels....the list could go on and on.

There are a few things to consider when developing your monogram.

• Typically your joint monogram should be saved for post wedding items.  While some invitation companies utilize the couple's joint monogram on the invitation it seems odd....afterall, the bride hasn't taken the grooms name yet.  
• An alternative to the joint monogram on the invitation (or all items) is the use of the first 2 initials with a dot "/" or "&".
• The woman's name goes first on a joint monogram  - however if names are spelled out, the man's appears first (though some do the female first)
• Be flexible :)  You may see a monogram you love, but it may not look good in your name or using your font.  If you intend to use a monogram throughout your wedding, start with the design first and build around it.

This past weekend we celebrated my husband's 40th.   Ohhhh do I have a new level of respect for event planners!  Luckily I enlisted Style Perfect Weddings and Events to assist.  The dessert bar was a hit and featured flan, pie pops, Sarah's Cookies (unbelievably yummy wedding favor), chocolate mousse and other delectables.
He's a quick pic, with professional images by Jeremie Barlow Photography to come.