Central Park-Style Weddings in Baltimore

In New York earlier this month, I stumbled upon a wedding photo shoot taking place in Central Park. I'm assuming it was for a magazine, but it got me thinking about all of the wonderful ideas for an actual wedding in Central Park, and if we have any similar locations right here in Maryland. Afterall, with that type of scenery, you have the best of both worlds; the gorgeous landscape around you (in the Spring and Summer of course) with the city peeking over the tree tops. There are acres and acres of areas for bridal party photos and romantic shots. You can be whisked away in a horse drawn carriage. There is even a gorgeous venue that we passed called The Boathouse (you may have seen it in the movie 27 Dresses)!

So do we have locations like this right here in Maryland? Of course we do! Although none are quite the size of central park, there are numerous parks right here in Baltimore that offer the perfect place for a wedding with both land and city as your backdrop.

Patterson Park
http://pattersonpark.com/

Carroll Park
http://www.baltimorecity.gov/Government/AgenciesDepartments/RecreationandParks/Parks/CarrollPark.aspx

Druid Hill Park
http://www.druidhillpark.org/

Central Park Photo Shoot

 

SugarBakers Cakes

I just finished meeting with Ashely at SugarBakers Cakes in Catonsville. What a wonderful venue! Ashley was so sweet and the cakes were to die for! If you are searching for the perfect wedding or specialty cake, check them out!

SugarBakers Website

SugarBakers Facebook

You can also check them out on Groupon! As of November 28th they have a deal listed.

Groupon Deal

Greatest Marriage Proposal EVER

A friend of mine showed this to me and I thought it was the cutest thing! The title really says it all!

Brookie's Custom Creations

If you are looking for a fun and unique gift for someone, check out Brookie's Custom Creations! She does everything from birthday gifts and diaper cakes, to bridal baskets and more! My personal favorite is the Bridal Survival Kit! It comes with everything you could possible need on your big day.

http://www.facebook.com/brookiescustomcreations

 Bridal Kit

 Christmas Gift Basket

Ladybug Diaper Cake 

Toy Story Toddler Cake



Spring Colors for a Fall Wedding

When it comes to weddings, a lot of people stick to tradition. But not the couple whose wedding I attended and helped set up over the weekend! Typically when you think of a November wedding you think of a fall color scheme and fall themed decorations, and that's usually the case in my experience. But this couple went against the reds and oranges and opted for purlpe and yellow; and man did it turn out great!

Something to Consider: Food Stations

Food stations are more in demand than ever, and venues are offering them on their menus!

I have recently attended a few events where food stations took the place of the main course. There was no seated dinner, no served coffee and no pre-set salads.. and it was fabulous!

So this begs the question, are food stations an acceptable option for a wedding? Absolutely! Food stations are a contemporary alternative to a traditional buffet, and when done right, can be just as tasteful as a seated dinner. They offer your guests more options and will leave everyone, even your picky guests, happy! And when it's all said and done, who doesn't want to throw an event that pleases everyone? With everything from pasta and sushi stations, to mini desserts and cappuccino stations, you really can't go wrong.

Perfect Wedding Guide Launch Event- Pasta Station

Daniel McGarrity Photography

Proposal in the Sky

What a cute proposal! Alex looks shocked (and a little embarrased) as Arvin proposes to her on a Delta Airlines flight. The best part- This couple met on a Delta Airlines flight a couple years before.