Hot Trends for 2014 Winter Wedding

The weather outside may be getting chillier, but for many of us winters make for amazing wedding seasons. There’s something about the inner warmth and joy associated with winters that makes a lot of couples settle for a winter date for their big day.

If you are among them, you’ll definitely love to learn about the hottest trends for 2014 winter weddings. We have put the best of the best in the following list so make sure to read it before you choose your wedding décor.

·         Sequins and glitter. There’s nothing more festive than sparkly dresses and décor and this winter’s really heavy on these. However, make sure you don’t overdo it and that you add glitter and sequins in moderation: your bridesmaids’ dresses, bit and pieces of the flower arrangements and/or parts of your China, glassware and/or flatware.

·         Dark red is very much “in” this winter and we all love it. If you want your wedding to look dramatic, romantic and slightly vintage, definitely go for the darker shades of red. It will look amazing both in your bridal bouquet and when incorporated into the centerpieces as well.

·         Blue has always been a very “winter-like” color and 2014 makes no exception from this rule. Aside from the all-time classics (such as ice blue), this year is very rich in blueberry shades of blue. Furthermore, plum and other shades of violet will look amazing with winter weddings too!

Flourtown Country Club is ready to host your winter wedding regardless of the décor you may choose. Our superb venue is really versatile and it will definitely suit your idea of a “perfect wedding” so do not hesitate to pay us a visit. We guarantee you and your guests will be impressed by the beautiful venue we have created and by the stunning landscape surrounding it as well.

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5 Ideas for a Glam Wedding

Your wedding is one of the most festive and beautiful events in your life. Naturally, you will want to shine and be happy about all of the things comprising this big day. If you are planning for a very glamorous and beautiful wedding, you should definitely read on. We have gathered the top 5 ideas for a truly glam wedding!
 

 

Choose a venue that really goes with the theme. If you can’t go for a really tall ballroom, choose something that feels airy and “open” because this will contribute a lot to the “grand” atmosphere you want to create.

 

      Lightning is everything when it comes to glam weddings, so always make sure to choose it the right way. There’s really no such thing as “too much”: garland lights, chandeliers, lamps and whatever else you find will do the trick and they will all add that special glamorous feeling you are searching for.

 

      Sequins, mirrors and shiny décor will reflect the light in a very beautiful way and they will contribute a lot to the overall look of your wedding reception. Also, don’t limit yourself to the centerpieces and floral arrangements when it comes to decorating your wedding in the glam style. In fact, choosing sequin table linens may be a very good choice as well.

 

      Since you will already add a lot of shine and sparkle to the décor, you should try to keep your color theme as simple as possible. Gold/white, silver/white and black/white combinations usually work best for this kind of theme.

 

      Big flower arrangements can be a great idea too. However, make sure you don’t overdo it with the other décor items if you want to keep it classy and elegant.

 

      Flourtown Country Club is the perfect wedding venue for glam weddings – so if you have your heart settled on this theme, do make sure to pay us a visit. We really believe our gorgeous location will make for a stunning wedding for you and your loved one!

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Fall Wedding Décor Ideas

Without any trace of doubt, fall is one of the most romantic seasons ever. Beautiful and sad at the same time, this season is one of the most popular ones when it comes to weddings – and not without any trace of doubt. The weather now is not too hot and not too chilly, the landscape makes for perfect pictures and everything in the air is elegant and graceful as well.

If you are planning your own fall wedding, you will definitely love to acquire some inspiration when it comes to your décor as well. We have gathered some of the very best ideas out there. Check them out and inspire yourself to create the most beautiful wedding ever!

 

1. Generally speaking, “fall wedding colors” range between yellow and orange (sometimes with black and red accents). However, these are not the only fall colors you can settle for. In fact, there is a very wide range of other colors that look splendid for this season: cranberry, dusty blue, plum shades and so on.

2. Everything can be inspired by the fall: from the food you are serving to the drinks your guests will have and from your bouquet to the table linens. However, if you do settle on a particular color scheme, make sure not to overdo it. You only need “accents” in these colors – not to use them on every single wedding item!

3. Leaves and twigs make for wonderful center pieces, so do not be afraid to use them. Even if your wedding colors are not yellow and brown, you can always ask your florist to spray paint the leaves in your chosen colors (dark plum shades for the leaves and silver for the branches, for example).

Don’t be afraid to use your imagination because here at Flourtown Country Club, we can offer you a wedding venue that is as versatile and as romantic as fall itself. Come pay us a visit and convince yourself that this is the wedding venue you have been dreaming of ever since you were a little child!

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How to Deal with Rain on your Wedding Day

As a Flourtown, PA wedding venue we've seen our share of weddings.  And as a professional we've made sure to eradicate any issues that come up but sometimes Mother Nature has a different idea.  So what would you do if during your outdoor wedding it started to sprinkle..and then pour rain?  Panic?  Not if you're prepared. 

Here are a few backup plans you can have in place for your Flourtown wedding day just in case it starts to rain:

• Tell your guests to bring umbrellas.  Girl you planned an outdoor wedding so it shouldn't shock your guests when you talk about covering themselves from the elements. 

• Provide your guests with umbrellas.  Some brides choose to take matters into their own hands and provide umbrellas for their guests.  We have quite a number of wedding professionals that provide the cutest umbrellas just in case.

•  Trust your wedding professional.  Because you hired professionals they won't even bat an eye if it starts raining.  A true wedding professional knows that rain is a possibility and they'll have prepared for it....so no need to stress about it.

•  Embrace it!  Hey so it's raining on your wedding day..have fun with it.  Wedding photos will be much cuter if you're smiling in them.  Don't stress over what you can't change.  Live life by this motto and you'll never have a bad day..rain or shine.

Of course, our goal here at the Flourtown Country Club is to ensure that your wedding day is perfect.  As we mentioned a true wedding professional in Flourtown will be prepared for come what may.  So give us a call and we'll help ease your mind as to what happens if it starts raining.

Planning an Amazing Rehearsal Dinner

The rehearsal dinner is part of your wedding celebration that allows those closest to you to get together in a more relaxed setting. However, it's not enough to just get everyone in a room and put some food down.

Along with a great meal, you should also consider having some entertainment. This can be a DJ, band, or something fun like karaoke. This will allow your guests to relax and have a bit of fun after the meal. It can also help break the ice for family members who might have met before.

The other thing to think about is who to invite. Traditionally, the guest list for the rehearsal dinner is limited to the members of the wedding party, immediate family members, and the officiant. This keeps the group small and allows for a more intimate event.

Just like the rest of your wedding, your rehearsal dinner takes planning. You should make sure you have an excellent venue to host it. This can be your wedding venue or another local spot that is right for the event. If you're planning a wedding and want to find a fantastic Philadelphia venue. To find out more about what we offer, give us a call today!

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How to Choose a Wedding Color Palette

Do you know what your wedding colors are going to be? If not, don't worry. It's easy to choose the perfect wedding color palette.

A wedding color palette should be made up of your main color, a few shades of that color, a complementary or contrasting color, and a neutral tone. This gives you and your wedding designer the basis for a rich, vibrant wedding style.

For your main color, think about your favorite colors or the colors of your favorite team. Alternatively, if you've found a decorative item that you want to use in your wedding, this can be a place to find a color. Pick out one color and set this as your main color.

Your main color will generally be used for things like the bridesmaids' dresses, the groomsmen's ties and vests, and other big splashes of color. By adding in a few shades of the color, both lighter and darker, you can give depth to your wedding color.

A complementary or contrasting hue is a way to give your wedding an even more impressive style. This will make your main color really pop, too. This color can be added in across your wedding in small ways, such as in the centerpieces, napkin rings, or other details.

A neutral tone is essential as a background for the rest of your colors. This can be white, but also consider an off-white or grey for some color combinations to really look their best.

Another way to get inspiration for your color palette is to look at your venue. If you're looking for a truly inspirational Philadelphia wedding venue, give us a call today!

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Planning Ceremony Seating

When your guests arrive at your wedding, they will need some guidance about where they should sit. Whether you follow tradition or not, you’ll need to make plans for your wedding ceremony seating.

Traditionally, a wedding ceremony would have a bride’s side and a groom’s side. This would be behind them as they stood at the front. In times when the bride and groom did not have friends in common, this was an easy way to arrange guests.

However, most of today’s couples share friends. This means that many of your guests might not easily fit on one side or the other. You can accommodate this fact in a few ways.

The first option is to stick to a bride’s side and groom’s side for most guests and have ushers who seat everyone else according to where there is space. This keeps both sides of the venue even, but still has a nod to tradition.

The second option is to invite guests to sit where they like. This means that family members may also mix and mingle so there really are no set sides. In this case, an usher can still help keep the guests evenly spread through the room.

A final option is to do away with sides altogether by removing the aisle. This means a creative entrance for the bride and bridal party, but can ensure that everybody feels they are there for both of you.

A great way to start planning your ceremony seating is to work with an excellent Philadelphia wedding venue. If you want to find out more about having a wedding here at the Flourtown Country Club, give us a call today!

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How to Make Your Walk Down the Aisle Memorable

There are several times during a wedding that are memorable and surely the walk down the aisle is one of them.  But brides are choosing to look past the traditional "here comes the bride" music and add some flare.

Here are three ways brides are adding something extra to their walk down the aisle:

• Lights - Bring down the lights  or change them as the bride enters the room.  Or, backlight the bride so that she appears to be glowing.  

• Music - The traditional wedding march is a safe back-up but brides want people to remember their wedding as different.  So they're adding a show tune, top 40, or something that sparks a memory.  

• Action - Who says that tradition can't have a little oomph?  Some brides and their bridal entourage show off their excitement by dancing down the aisle.  It's great fun for guests to watch...and yes, they remember and talk about it later.

Traditional.  Tradition with a twist or outright original, weddings are what you make them and we here at the Flourtown Country Club are ready to make your wedding dreams a reality.  Please give us a call and let's talk about your vision.