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Dark & Moody If

written by MANDY INMAN

your personal style is on the moodier side, the biggest wedding trend of 2018 is for you.

I’ve noticed that the current wedding cake trends fall into two categories: traditional with a twist and edgy. Traditional brides really love keeping with buttercream icing with movement and texture in either waves or buttercream all over, or horizontal movement throughout the cake.

Brides willing to step out of the box want to make a statement with a black or very dark wedding cake. Flecks of gold, deep-colored florals and feathers add to the mood of these designs.”

Dark and Moody wedding themes are an elegant and dramatic way to let your style shine. Brides are breaking tradition and substituting richer, darker hues in place of the classic pastels and whites. Chic tones such as dark purple, burgundy, navy blue, forest green and gold will set a romantic stage for your wedding day.

To achieve this look, use black as your main color in place of the traditional white or beige. Highlight by choosing three to four accent colors. Darker shades of your favorite colors will add to the moody ambiance and allow you to personalize the look. Incorporate metallic gold, rose gold or copper details to add dimension to your color palette. If you just can’t completely ditch the conventional pastels, choose one shade and work it into the scheme as a complimentary color.

Use your chosen color palette for your invitations, ceremony decor, wedding party attire, table centerpieces, flowers and cake. Accent with feathers, greenery, lots of candlelight and antique-style serving dishes. Incorporate velvet tablecloths and chair covers for a dramatic flair. Crystals and gemstones add glamour and femininity to your setting and are stunning centerpieces when paired with candlelight. Finalize the mood by providing feathers or wish lanterns for your send-off ritual.

This year’s dark and moody trend answers the call of your rebellious side while delighting your guests in a romantic and dramatic experience on your big day.

Ultra Violet Choose darker shades of your favorite color.

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is the Year of

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— Bonne Bedingfield, Beautifully Baked by Bonne

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Jessica and Alden written by BETH NEELY

wedding FEATURE

Alden Cheever Jessica McKee &

11. 25 .17

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Wedding Planner: Evermore Wedding Planners Photographer: Emily Camp of EmVision Photography Venue: Dunaway Gardens Floral Designer: Melanie Deyton Hair/Makeup: Emily's Skincare and Spa Chairs: Vintage Rental Catering: Your Chef To Go Cake: Beautifully Baked by Bonne

Tania Lenarz, Jessica, sister Alston Lyle and Tiffiny Hubbard enjoy a moment during the photo shoot.

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Jessica’s sister Alston and friend Tiffiny Hubbard help Jessica with the finishing touches before the ceremony.

essica McKee and Alden Cheever grew up together in Newnan. According to Jessica, they first fell in love when they were 11 years old. After dating on and off for several years, they made their final reconnection last year and knew they were meant to be together.

The couple tied the knot at the secluded Dunaway Gardens in Coweta County last fall, surrounded by lush greenery in the garden’s mossy amphitheatre. Jessica loved the “secret garden” feel of Dunaway, having been to weddings there before. It was the only venue they looked at before deciding it was the perfect fit for them. “There was something about the way the gardens felt and looked during late fall that felt enchanting,” she said.

Jessica had helped several friends plan their weddings, and now that it was her turn, she knew exactly what she wanted. “I was pretty adamant that I wanted NO white for our wedding, which is pretty unconventional for a Southern wedding. I wanted our overall feel to be moody and romantic, with an edge,” she said. She got exactly what she was looking for with the help of Evermore Wedding Planners, based in Newnan.

Her color scheme included deep burgundy, a light ivory

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. . . the cake to me represented a fun detail that I could step outside of the box with and have something truly unique.

— Jessica Cheever

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Photos by EMILY CAMP OF EMVISION PHOTOGRAPHY

I loved being able to incorporate a moody, edgy style that had touches of black and dark flowers but lots of romantic details like tons of candlelight as well.

— Jessica Cheever

and blush pink, with a dusty blue as an accent. The color black showed up in several non-traditional spots. They used blackfooted containers for all of the florals and black velvet linens for the cake tables. They hung black chandeliers above the head table, which were lit with hundreds of candles to set the perfect mood. Their cake? A very non-traditional black.

“I feel like there are some elements that you have to keep somewhat traditional with a wedding to appease everyone, but the cake to me represented a fun detail that I could step outside of the box with and have something truly unique,” she said.

Bonne Bedingfield, owner of Beautifully Baked by Bonne in Newnan, created a five-tiered masterpiece. The cake was seamlessly covered in black fondant and featured hand-painted burgundy roses. Real roses and purple-hued leaves popped between layers, and the final touch was a hint of gold leaf.

Florist Melanie Deyton created bouquets of dark flowers, “as close to black as we could get,” said Jessica. Her bouquet featured garden roses, anemones, ranunculus, lisianthus, seeded eucalyptus and tree ivy. Jessica and her sister also included a single peony in honor of their late grandmother who loved peonies. The stems were wrapped with blue silk and secured by an antique brooch from Alden’s grandparent’s house in Maine.

The ceremony took place in the garden’s amphitheatre, where Jessica and Alden exchanged vows on an antique rug from her father’s office, flanked by glowing pillar candles and fresh greenery.

The reception was furnished with vintage seating from Vintage Rental, and the tent poles were wrapped with more fresh greenery, bringing the garden feel throughout the reception tent. The guests enjoyed an antique buffet loaded with Italian pastas, salad and bread by local caterer, Your Chef to Go. They even brought in a couch and a TV so the football fans wouldn’t miss out on that evening’s games.

DJ Erik Patterson handled the music for the ceremony and reception. “It was important to me to use non-traditional music for the ceremony and to pick songs that had meaning to us,” said Jessica. “For example, our exit song at the end of the ceremony was to When in Rome’s ‘The Promise.’” Erik, a longtime friend, had Jessica's full confidence and everything went exactly as planned.

Overall, Jessica said her wedding was beyond wonderful, and credits the talented vendors located throughout the county who helped her make her wedding day special. “From our story to the actual wedding day, it has felt like a fairy tale.

I loved being able to incorporate a moody, edgy style that had touches of black and dark flowers but lots of romantic details like tons of candlelight as well.”

Coweta is full of opportunities to help create your perfect wedding. Congratulations and Best Wishes! WG

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Venue

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Once couples become engaged and share the good news with their friends and families, the next step is to begin planning their weddings. While couples must make a myriad of decisions during the wedding planning process, perhaps none is more significant than where to tie the knot.

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he average cost of a wedding for couples who married in 2017 was $25,576. That’s a sizable amount, and a big portion of that was spent on the wedding venue. Couples spent an average of $13,107 on their wedding venues in 2017.

That figure easily dwarfs the next biggest expense ($6,163 for the engagement ring) for couples tying the knot.

Because the wedding venue comes with such a potentially high sticker price, couples should give ample consideration to a host of factors before choosing where to get married.

Size

Until they can agree on a guest list, couples might want to delay even looking for venues.

However, some couples might want to first look at some venues so they can determine just how many guests they can afford to invite.

Couples should have a special feeling in their heart when they are touring a venue, from the minute they enter the property to the minute they drive away. We encourage couples to go visit other venues and then come back to Murphy Lane for another look.

It's all about the total experience for the couple, their families, their friends and their vendor team.

— Kara Lane, The Venue at Murphy Lane

Whether they’re hosting small affairs or large parties, couples should choose venues that can comfortably accommodate all of their guests.

If possible, look for venues with multiple reception areas, which might allow for some wiggle room if the guest list grows or dwindles during the planning process.

Availability

Some couples might have an ideal time of year they hope to get married. Some even know the exact date they hope to get married.

While that can help with the planning, it can also limit couples with regard to their venue options. Some venues may be booked for as much as a year or more in advance during peak wedding season. The most popular months to get married in 2017 were September and October. Couples who hope to follow in the

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Selecting a venue for your wedding is one of the most fun yet important aspects of the wedding planning process. Your venue should always compliment your own unique, wedding vision and style.

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The Bridal Suite at Lillian Gardens footsteps of many 2017 brides and grooms may need to book their wedding venues well in advance. Those who can be more flexible regarding their wedding dates may find it easier to book their dream venues.

Insurance

Ask about the venue’s insurance policies, including the policies the venue has to protect itself. In addition, ask if the venue requires couples to have their own wedding liability insurance for protection in the event of injury, property damage or incidents related to alcohol. Couples may also want to make the investment in cancellation/ postponement insurance, and some venues may even require it.

— Ashley Bercich, Owner and Director, Lillian Gardens

Financials

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involves many details that have to It’s easy for couples to be be considered and decided upon. I find that focused on the bottom line couples appreciate having a preferred vendor when choosing wedding list as it eliminates a lot of leg work for them. venues, but it’s also The couple knows the vendors have been vetted important that they get and are proven to be reliable and professional. a complete grasp of the financials before choosing a wedding venue. Ask about the amount of the initial deposit and if that deposit is refundable.

In addition, ask when the deposit is due and when each subsequent payment is due. This — Carol Moore, Executive Director, can make budgeting easier and The Newnan Centre planning less stressful. WG

As much as you can offer a “one-stop-shop” approach for couples, the better experience they will have in planning their special day.”

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Local vendors are often a go-to choice when couples are planning their wedding ceremonies and receptions. As the “shop local” movement grows in popularity, weddings present a prime opportunity to embrace this movement.

Couples may have different ideas regarding where to tie the knot, but local vendors can be hired regardless of geography.

Familiarity

Local vendors will be familiar with the area and possibly even the location where the wedding will be held. That can help couples avoid having to give directions, discuss venue protocols, and handle other tasks that must be worked out with non-local vendors.

For example, local photographers familiar with a particular venue

will know all of the best places to get shots, and some vendors may have pre-existing relationships with venue representatives that could ensure wedding day operations go smoothly.

Proximity

Local vendors can meet with brides and grooms more readily throughout the planning process, making things less stressful on the happy couple. This also makes it easier to drop off deposits, attend meetings, make fitting appointments, or attend styling sessions.

Environment

Individuals who take great strides to conserve resources by reducing their energy consumption and protecting the environment often find that shopping local is beneficial.

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No matter which kind of event you are planning to cater, the location and venue will be one of the most important aspects to consider. Choosing the right venue is not a difficult decision, but it is one that requires some ample forethought and research.

The main factors to consider when researching venues for a catered event include the number of guests expected, the location, budget, and weather.

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Local vendors are more likely to source their materials from other local businesses, reducing their carbon footprints along the way. For example, local caterers may rely on local farmers for their foods, affording couples the chance to host eco-friendly or even farm-totable weddings.

Customization

Working with local vendors often translates into getting more personalized service and attention than mass retailers or merchants can provide.

Going local when choosing wedding vendors is an increasingly popular choice among couples about to tie the knot. WG

The rehearsal dinner is often the first time all the members of the two families, the wedding party and the out of town guests are all together.

We have found that it sets the tone for the entire weekend.

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“When selecting a menu for your guests, consider the time of the ceremony and reception. If you are hosting the reception close to a typical meal time, plan accordingly as your guests will be hungry. Stations, buffets and seated meals are all still popular, even 'breakfast for dinner' has popped up as a cool option. Who doesn’t like breakfast? ” — Shirley Barnes, Kimble’s Events by Design

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Frosting-Free Cakes the Latest Trend

new trend is taking hold both in North America and on the other side of the Atlantic Ocean. Cakes are being pared down so that frosting and fondant coverings are now nearly absent from the confections. They’re called “naked cakes,” and these simplified desserts showcase the texture of the cakes and their fillings.

Just because these cakes may be short on exterior buttercream doesn’t mean they fall flat on flavor or visual appeal. Cakes can be embellished with fresh blooms, gum paste-molded flowers, edible pearls and gems, fresh berries, and much more. Many naked cakes are garnished with flavors that are included in the cake, such as chocolate chips, crumbs, cookie dough, or candy sprinkles.

Bonne Bedingfield, owner

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of “Beautifully Baked by Bonne” has noticed a rise in the requests for Frosting-Free or “Naked” Cakes recently, “The naked cake has slowly made its way into popularity over the past couple of years. I think that brides appreciate an earthy style that is simple and unique. There is something special about seeing what goes on beneath where the icing should be. Of course there are the icing lovers and then there are the cake lovers; this style of cake is perfect for the latter.”

Couples who are stripping down their weddings to include more basics and natural effects may be drawn to these naked cakes. They’re also an option for those who find frosting, buttercream and fondant too sweet for the palate. Naked cakes enable the interior flavors to really shine. WG

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Candi Pittman, owner of Sweet Creations, said she’s seen a range of tastes, from

The naked cake has slowly made its way into popularity over the past couple of years. I think that brides appreciate an earthy style that is simple and unique.

“Crown and Coke”-flavored cakes to beer, Guinness, margarita, stout, rum, and bacon-bourbon.

Locally, she sees grooms favoring something a little more close to home. “Most of my customers love their momma’s cooking,” she said. Flavors like banana pudding, strawberry, and vanilla or lemon pound cake top their request lists.

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— Bonne Bedingfield, Beautifully Baked by Bonne Photo by CANDI PITTMAN

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Gown Styles For Your Body Type compiled by MANDY INMAN

The Rectangle - proportional through bust and

hips, undefined waist DO: Princess-style dress

Empire waistline

Off-the-shoulder necklines AVOID: Clingy dresses

Darted bustlines

The Pear or Triangle - small bust, full hips

DO: Portrait neckline

Capped, pouf, balloon, melon and Juliet sleeves

Applique, beading, lace on bodice

Plain skirt, high waistline, empire waist AVOID: Clingy sheath or mermaid styles

Halter neckline, Full skirts

Petite - short height; small bust, hips

and waistline DO: Mermaid, sheath-style dresses

Vertical skirt pleats

High neckline

Empire waist AVOID: Large, poufy dresses

Too much detailing

The Hourglass - full bust and hips, small waistline DO: Almost anything!

AVOID: Very high or very

low necklines,

Too much detail The Well-Endowed - full bust, hips and waistline DO: Keep it simple

Minimal beading

Full skirt

V-waist and V-neckline

Princess and A-line dresses AVOID: Form-fitting styles, Too much detailing

The Inverted Triangle - full bust, small hips

DO: Simple bodice

Minimal sleeve detail

Basque waistline

Full skirt with beading, bows, pleats, etc.

AVOID: Low-cut dresses, High waistlines, Slim skirts

Beads, sequins, lace or appliques on bodice

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Master the Wedding Save-the-Date

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any couples’ weddings take more than a year to plan. Couples want all of the special people in their lives to witness their vows, and giving guests advance notice can ensure as many loved ones as possible attend the ceremony.

To be certain that guests have ample notice to clear their schedules, many couples now turn to save-the-date cards, which announce weddings well in advance of the actual wedding day.

Save-the-date cards once were reserved only for weddings that required travel or special circumstances, such as destination weddings. But the cards have now become commonplace for all weddings.

That’s because many people plan vacations or business trips anywhere from four to six months in advance. Busy people require plenty of notice to include this important date on their calendars, particularly when wedding dates fall during popular travel seasons or around the holidays.

Save-the-date cards are typically mailed six to eight months prior to the wedding, though some are sent as early as a year before the big day. Once a date and a location is secured, save-the-dates can be ordered and mailed.

Save-the-date cards require couples to assemble their guest lists well in advance of the wedding. Everyone who will get a wedding invitation should also receive a save-the-date card.

There’s no turning back once cards are sent, so couples will need to be certain everyone they want to attend is getting advanced notice.

It’s acceptable to mail savethe-date cards even if some wedding day details are still up in

the air. Guests really only need to know the date and location of the wedding. Couples also can use the save-the-date card to direct invitees to a wedding website where guests can learn the details of the wedding as they unfold.

RSVP information does not need to be included on the savethe-date card.

Save-the-date cards are much less formal than invitations, so couples can have fun with them.

They can showcase couples’ clever personalities or funny quirks. WG

When searching for the save the dates, we absolutely loved the idea of magnets... it is the perfect reminder for people because they can stick them on the refrigerator. After coming across these on Etsy, we knew they would be perfect for our rustic farm wedding.

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