Thursday, June 4, 2015

Five

From honeymooning in Hawaii and adopting kitties to mourning the loss of loved ones and purchasing our first home together, Stephen and I have faced a whirlwind of adventures – both good and bad – ever since saying  "I do" on June 4, 2010. Today, we celebrate our first five years, and look forward to the next.  






(Photos via Alex Neumann Photography)

Happy anniversary, my dearest friend!

To follow along with our latest adventures, visit my lifestyle blog, High Heels & Flip-Flops. 

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Monday, January 26, 2015

Reminder: Now Blogging @ High Heels & Flip-Flops

Hi everyone! Thanks for stopping by! This is a friendly reminder that I am no longer updating this site, but am still regularly blogging via my lifestyle site, High Heels & Flip-Flops. I'm also contributing wedding and lifestyle-related content to Brit + Co each week, and have continued sharing relevant content via the Bicoastal Bride Facebook page.

I hope you'll come say hello in one of those three places! This site will also remain live as a helpful resource for those seeking wedding ideas and inspiration.

Damien Smith Photography

Thank you for reading and supporting Bicoastal Bride!
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Wednesday, October 9, 2013

All Women Stalk Roundup: October 9, 2013

It's been a little while since the last update, but for those who are following along, here's my latest (and final) roundup of AWS posts. Even though I'll no longer be blogging over at AWS after this, I'm hoping to continue sharing new advice-focused pieces via my personal blog, High Heels & Flip-Flops, in the near future. Are there any specific topics you'd love to read about? Feel free to let me know!

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Thursday, September 5, 2013

Sponsored Post: 40 Percent Off New Cantoni Font for Weddings, Parties & Events

Back when I was editor of the Weddzilla Blog, I had the honor of working with many amazing contributors, including talented lettering artist Debi Sementelli, owner of Dallas’ Lettering Art Studio.

Like other former Weddzilla bloggers, Debi has kept in touch throughout the past couple years, and I was thrilled when she recently contacted me to announce the launch of her new Cantoni font, which strikes me as being just perfect for a rustic wedding, whimsical baby shower, end-of-summer BBQ or just about any other type of event for which you're looking to create eye-catching invitations, signs and more.    




In addition to the gorgeous lettering itself, I absolutely love the unique graphic ornaments seen below! 



Best of all, now through October 5, Debi’s offering a 40 percent discount to all of my readers who purchase this one-of-a-kind font. Simply visit the Cantoni page at MyFonts.com to see an overview, view pricing options and make your purchase using the code heatherw. Depending upon the number of sales, I may also become eligible to receive my own discounted or free font package. 

Check it out today, along with Debi's other two original fonts, Belluccia and Dom Loves Mary.
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Tuesday, September 3, 2013

Real Wedding Inspiration: Southern Summer

With Labor Day weekend now officially over, there’s perhaps no better way to bid summer farewell than by reflecting back upon how this year’s season first began. While for you that might have meant taking an inaugural trip to the beach or firing up the grill, for me, the early days of June brought the opportunity to coordinate a unique Southern summer wedding for my former classmate Lia and her fiance Matt.

Even though it was a cold day in January when I first met up with her, Lia’s clear vision for an intimate vineyard celebration – complete with a cocktail-style reception and plenty of creative touches honoring the couple's mutual love of books, wine and the rolling Virginia countryside – immediately intrigued me and made it seem as if summer was already just around the corner.

Here, I hope you’ll enjoy a selection of photos from Lia and Matt’s wedding day as shot by the talented Helen and Heather of Honey Hill Photography, who captured everything from the adorable bird-themed cake topper to the innovative wine-cork guestbook and outdoor picnic games. 






Lia, carrying a basket filled with baby's breath and a beloved book, made her way down the aisle to "Storybook Love" from The Princess Bride while close to 80 relatives and friends looked on. Keeping things simple and laid-back, both Lia and her bridesmaids went barefoot throughout the day. 









Post-ceremony, the couple and wedding party posed for photos all around the grounds of Paradise Springs Winery, including alongside an historic cabin where Lia and her bridesmaids had spent time getting ready earlier in the day. Meanwhile, guests enjoyed taking part in either a group wine-tasting or improvisational comedy show.  








During the reception, guests were free to mingle inside a rustic red barn, where a wine-cork guestbook and basket of homemade cookie favors welcomed them, or outdoors on the lawn, where picnic tables offered everything from books and magazines to playing cards, cootie catchers and Connect Four games. The couple's first dance to "Come Rain or Come Shine" by Don Henley was the perfect way to kick things off. 






Showcasing a vine-themed design and handmade "love bird" topper, Lia and Matt's cake was a huge hit. A delicious array of food and drinks featuring buffalo chicken dip, pulled pork sliders, lemonade and sweet tea was also displayed nearby, while various other tasty bites were hand-passed throughout the afternoon.

Congratulations, Lia and Matt, and thank you for letting me be a part of your day! May you make many more wonderful summer memories together.

Venue:
Paradise Springs Winery in Clifton, Virginia  

Catering: 
Janelle Bowles 

Officiant: 
Dave Johnson 

Photography: 
Honey Hill Photography

Musicians: 
Carol Gaylor & Bruce Katsu

Bakery: 
Wanda's Cakes

Coordination: 
Heather & Stephen Walrath
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