Oscars Best Dressed

So many of you got to watch the Oscars last night unlike me (thank you Cablevision ugh!) and were probably fawning over the dresses on the red carpet. These dresses are stunning and would be beautiful down the aisle as a bridesmaids dress or bridal gown. Which was your favorite?

Jennifer Garner in Gucci

Our favorite friend Jennifer Aniston in Valentino

Jennifer Lawrence in Dior Couture

Reese Witherspoon in Louis Vuitton

Valentine's Day Decor

Tomorrow is Valentine's Day, one of the most romantic days of the year. And while many posts will be about Wedding Inspirations, we wanted to go in a different direction.

If you have no plans for Valentine's Day or want to do something different, why not throw a dinner party. Getting couples together is a great way to spend the day and a good excuse to design another holiday tablescape. A white linen with a red table runner makes a very simple yet elegant look. With some red flowers and candles, you have an impressive tablescape that your guests will love. When using flowers, keep in mind that prices increase during this time of year. We love using red carnations as an option. You can get nice full centerpieces without having to break the bank by using roses.

And of course, let's not forget about the little ones! Decorating a separate table for just the kids will make them feel extra special. 

What are your plans this Valentine's day? Tell us below in our comments section. We'd love to hear! And don't forget, you can always come to AART Events & Design for help!

XOXO,

Aelicia & Rachael

2013 Wedding Trend #1: Unique and Jaw Dropping Backdrops!!

It's here! Our choice for the #1 Wedding Trend for 2013!! Unique Backdrops and no we aren't talking about a place to go to take beautiful pictures with your groom and bridal party.

We have seen the monogram's all over the wedding scene and that isn't going away anytime soon, but the bride now is looking for more enhancements. Whether it is during an outdoor ceremony or the sweet heart table or even for the dessert bar, these backdrops will be making an impact and we can't wait to say "Wow"!

Do you have a wedding backdrop that you'll be using? We'd love to see it!

XOXO,
Aelicia & Rachael

2013 Wedding Trend #2: Pantone Color of the Year Emerald

We know, you are probably thinking "How did the color of the year NOT be your #1 Trend". It was hard but I think tomorrow you will understand why lol. For now, we relish in the beauty of this gorgeous color, and Rachael's birthstone :) We are excited to be implementing this color into our events this year. 

Are you using this color in your event? We'd love to see your pictures!

XOXO,

Aelicia & Rachael

2013 Wedding Trend #3: The Color Purple

Pantone may have named Emerald as the color for 2013 but Purple is definitely giving it a run for it's money! We are seeing purple in many of our events this year and we know why. It's elegant  and royal and works well against many colors. Another thing we are seeing is the ombre look. It's beautiful, modern and simplistic and our brides are loving this trend. And we are too!

XOXO,

Aelicia & Rachael

2013 Wedding Trend #4: The Rainbow Effect

If you saw our recent feature in 201 Bride Magazine, then you know that we love bold color schemes! So of course the Rainbow element had to be in our top 5. It can be as simple as your bridesmaids wearing black dresses with different colored bright shoes to an extravagant rainbow flower centerpiece. Whatever you decide, have fun with it. 

XOXO,
Aelicia & Rachael

Our 2013 Top 5 Wedding Trend Countdown: #5

Have you missed us? We've missed you! We have been very busy with our rebrand but I promise our blogging is back on track! And what better way then to start off with our favorite Wedding Trends we think for 2013. We start Monday off with #5:

2013 Wedding Trend #5 - The Boudouir Shoot For Him!

We saw the trend rise towards the end of last year for the "Morning After" photo shoot. And with boudouir shoots becoming more and more popular, we definitely see this as being the wedding gift to give to your husband to be.

photo courtesy of eventadore

What do you think?

XOXO,

Aelicia & Rachael