Osprey Observer 2016-6 Valrico Wedding Guide

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Let Them (Not) Eat Cake

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he tradition of serving a wedding cake may seem to be as old as time. In fact, the beginnings of wedding cake traditions were documented in ancient Rome and medieval England.

From early recipes containing wheat and barley to sweeter varieties couples have relished the opportunity to playfully smash in each other’s faces, cake has been part of our wedding traditions for hundreds of years, according to Gastronomica. com.

Today, however, it is becoming more common for couples to ditch the wedding cake altogether in exchange for more modern sweets.

Intricately decorated petit fours, cake pops, cupcakes, ice cream, sorbet and other sweets are finding their way to the table at the reception.

ALMOST CAKE Cupcakes are a culinary trend that’s found acceptance from the food truck to the formal wedding affair. But that doesn’t mean they have to be ordinary. Consider a tower display of lacy cupcake wrappers adorning miniature gourmet confections for a sweet that does double duty as decor.

Pies also are an option.

Choose decadent cheesecakes laced with liquor or pastries filled with summer’s freshest berries.

ALL THINGS MINIATURE Whoopie pies, cream puffs,

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meringue, madeleines and donuts — there’s practically no dessert that can’t be miniaturized to make an impression at the wedding reception.

Pick a handful of options so

guests can sample.

FROZEN DELIGHTS Guests looking to cool off during your summertime affair will welcome trendy frozen

creations. Consider a do-it-yourself sundae bar or a selection of fruity sorbets.

HAVE IT ALL If you’re overwhelmed with

options and your sweet tooth can’t make a decision, consider a desert bar where guests can help themselves to a variety of options. After all, you can’t have too much of a good thing.

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Playing Dress-Up PRETTY FLOWERS

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rom feminine floral prints to all-grown-up plunging back lines, the trends in summer wedding gowns are decidedly girly.

Floral prints are practically made for summer, and they’re a trend that’s goes hand in hand with weddings. Florals have been big in the fashion world at large for a few years, and brides are getting in on the trend, too.

If your theme is ultra-feminine, incorporating pretty pink roses and creams, a floral gown will be a perfect match — from an all-over print to flowery details such as cascading blooms made of lace and beadwork.

Florals also are suited to more colorful looks, such as a print with bright purple blooms. You’re limited only by the types and shades of flowers found in nature itself.

SHOWING SOME SKIN A trendy place to incorporate visual effect on a wedding gown is the back. Designers are using super-sleek low back lines, as well as illusion details that seem to float. Pearls draped across the back and intricate lace designs are popular aesthetics in bridal gowns.

Deep V necklines also are showing up on wedding gowns, as well as off-the-shoulder straps. Both make for seamless transitions to back line details.

These skin-baring styles have the added benefit of

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keeping the bride cool in style during a summer wedding.

SUBTLE COLORS Gone are the days of the allwhite wedding gown. A current trend for the trip down the

aisle is lightly-hued wedding dresses in blush and cream.

Flowing lightly colored tulle and coordinating flowers in the hair make for a super girly look.

Pair similarly colored pearls

with rose gold jewelry, which is currently experiencing a spike in popularity.

MORE DETAILS Brides are adding a long, loosely tied belt to accentuate

the waist. A neutral-hued belt is adds interest to a pale-colored dress. Another detail that’s taking hold is feathers. Flowing from the waist or back, covering the skirt or contouring the bodice.

June 2016

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Valrico Edition

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