Entries by Jessica Swagman

2016 Color Trend: Peach Echo

Bright, beautiful, and playful, this softer shade of coral takes me back to those warm, long days of summer. Peach Echo 16 – 1548, is a fun and versatile color that will work wonderful for a spring or summer wedding and will look picture perfect when paired with multiple shades of peaches + corals, classic navy blues, soft lavenders and even striking teals. “The fashion and […]

2016 Color Trend: Rose Quartz

The first color on Pantone’s top 10 colors for Spring 2016 list is a romantic and delicate take on a blush pink, Rose Quartz 13-1520. This beautiful and dreamy shade of pink is sure to be a favorite among brides this year and it’s not hard to see why. Soft and subtle, this color will pair perfectly with creams and golds. To add in some unexpected edge, […]

Pantone’s Top 10 Colors for Spring 2016

A Transporting and Transformative Canvas Pantone’s top 10 colors for Spring 2016 have been revealed and the palette is a wonderful mix between calm and energetic, cool and warm, soft and vibrant. “Influenced by the world of art, new global doors opening and the desire to disconnect from technology and unwind, designers this season have […]

2016 Wedding Dress Trends

Grand Rapids may not be the biggest city, and it definitely isn’t the most stylish city, but that doesn’t mean we don’t keep up with the latest wedding trends. Below are the top wedding dress trends of 2016. Flower Appliques: Angel Sanchez, Rivini, Christos Feathers: Lela Rose, Monique Lhuillier, Kelly Faetanini Illusion Bodice: Ines Di Santo, Monique Lhuillier, Pronovias Keyhole + […]

DIY Christmas Arrangement

Wishing you a season of gladness, a season of cheer, and to top it all off, a wonderful year. What you’ll need: • Cutters • Small vase • White Alstroemeria (4 stems) • Red Alstroemeria (4 stems) • Pink Alstroemeria (3 stems) • Red Roses (3 stems) • White Roses (3 stems) • White + […]