Justine & John: The Marriage of Two Love Birds
Justine & John: The Marriage of Two Love Birds
By Kristen Janes of Kio Kreations
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Love birds Justine and John were married in the Century Chapel at Naper Settlement and had their reception at Carriage Greens Country Club in Darien. Their colors were black and ivory with accents of red. There was a subtle bird and damask motif throughout their event. The wedding was a beautiful late February affair that featured a bunch of the Chic Wed Pros including Kio Kreations who provided the flowers, MDM Entertainment who provided the music, Photo Booth Express who brought a photo booth and Mr. Stacey who did the photography.
Your Wedding Flower Needs
A Checklist of Flowers You May (or may not) Need
By Kristen Janes of Kio Kreations
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There are so many floral items to consider for your big day. This list covers basically everything floral that’s ever been done at a wedding…so don’t feel that any of these items are a “requirement” but rather a list to reference what you may or may not need. And don’t forget the flowers to your pre-wedding events too! Read more
How to Hire a Florist in 5 Easy Steps
5 Simple Steps For Hiring a Florist
By Kristen Janes of Kio Kreations
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There are basically 5 easy steps to hiring a great florist for your wedding: Research, Contact, Consult, Review and Book. It’s as simple as that. Not sure where to begin? Just follow the steps below and your florist will be booked in no time. And don’t think you are “booking too early” if your wedding is over a year out. If anything, you might be able to secure a great florist at a great price for being ahead of the game. Read more
Why Hire a Florist?
10 Reasons Why it’s Better to Leave Floral Design to the Professionals
By Kristen Janes of Kio Kreations
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There are a bunch of reasons why NOT to do your own wedding flowers, but here are ten to get you started… Read more
The Hottest Gift Card Holders
Vogue Vessels for Your Cards
By Kristen Janes of Kio Kreations
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There’s not need to go “old school” with a satin sack or treasure chest to hold your cards. Today’s gift card holders have a modern twist with chic form and easy function! Whether you DIY, buy or rent your card-holding vessel, there are a ton of options out there for you. Here are some of our favorites…
Calligraphy for Your Wedding
Personalization Done by Hand
By Kristen Janes of Kio Kreations
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One of the best ways to make your wedding look unique and upscale is to add formal, handwritten calligraphy. From hand-addressed envelopes to painted script signs, calligraphy makes ordinary look extraordinary. But where do you find a calligrapher to ink your envelopes? Look no further than ETSY. On Etsy, you can find a variety of sources who can personalize your day with their beautiful penmanship.
Make an Impression with Paper Products
Pretty Paper Products for Your Reception
By Kristen Janes of Kio Kreations
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In addition to flowers and linens, paper also plays a role at your wedding reception. From escort cards to table numbers to menus, pretty paper products can make a big impact to your decor.
Get with the PROGRAM!
Don’t Forget Your Programs
By Kristen Janes of Kio Kreations
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While you are checking off your long list of wedding to-do’s, just don’t forget the ceremony programs. Programs are a great way for communicating who’s who and what’s what on your wedding day.
Helpful Wedding Tips-Don’t Sweat the Small Things
Don’t Sweat the Small Things
By Kristen Janes of Kio Kreations
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As a newlywed myself, I can honestly say that while your wedding is one of the most important days of you life, the marriage itself is the most important and lingering part of the day–so think of that when you are fretting over whether the hemlines on your bridesmaids are the same. While its great to have every detail be perfect, a perfect marriage is what you should really be striving for. So relax, enjoy the ride, and have a happy marriage!
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