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While it is a classic “little dress” color, black may not be the first hue to come to mind when picking out your wedding colors. But before you toss out the idea, consider how black can create a stunning wedding look with these tips.   Put it in a Pattern You can avoid a fully darkened look by only using black in small doses within a pattern. Black

It’s all in the details! Which is why you shouldn’t overlook these 10 details that will help make your wedding more fun, comfortable, and memorable for you and your guests!   1. Cocktail Tables If you’re planning on hosting a cocktail hour for your guests, consider decking out a separate area with standing-height cocktail tables. That way your guests will have a place to set down their drink

Every December, the Pantone Color Institute predicts which color will be everywhere in the coming year. For 2017, the Color of the Year was Greenery, a light green with a yellowish tint. Now, about halfway through the year, we are seeing that Pantone was certainly on to something. Not only is Greenery a popular color, but other variations of green are also getting a lot of attention this

If you’re looking for a quick and simple way to make your next event unique, think outside the chair and consider your options when it comes to seating. Here are 4 ideas to get you started. 1. Benches for your wedding ceremony seating. Instead of setting up rows of chairs, cut the work in half by using benches to line the aisle. Besides the convenience of the setup,

The American Hero Wedding Giveaway, hosted by Studio 40 Live and made possible by an awesome team of local vendors, was an amazing opportunity for us to give back to an American Hero who gives so much to the community on a daily basis. Members of the Military and first responders were asked to enter the American Hero Wedding Giveaway, and Lyssa and Fabian Gomez were announced the

It’s officially summer, and that means you can start looking forward to hosting a backyard BBQ for your friends and family! Before you get that grill going, make sure you’re not missing any these 5 must-haves for a backyard BBQ that’s sure to impress. 1. Food A BBQ isn’t a BBQ without some good grub! Whether you go for a classic menu with hot dogs and hamburgers, or

The napkin: A necessary and functional piece of any tablescape. But it doesn’t have to stop there. With so many stylish napkin options, you can really get creative and use them to spice up your place settings and tie into your theme. Here are a couple step-by-step tutorials on different napkin folds and presentations to boost your tables to the next level. 1. Knotted For a relaxed look,

To get a cozy and intimate feel no matter how many people you’re hosting, try layering table linens. The fabric-rich look will make your guests feel right at home. You can go for a romantic vibe with soft colors and loosely ruffled linens, or go for a more structured and modern look with one of our sheer overlays. Whatever atmosphere you’re trying to create, consider what linens can