Five Tips for Designing a Vintage Tuscany Themed Wedding

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Have you ever dreamed of having a Tuscan themed wedding in the Tuscany countryside but don’t have the resources to travel all the way to Italy?  Well, you don’t have to travel half way around the world to make your dream wedding a reality.  Here in California there are so many great wineries complete with rolling hills and sunset views that you can have your wedding at and the great thing is you do not need a passport!

The following are six tips to help you get started in creating a Tuscan vintage themed wedding:

  1. For us here at Inspirations by Gina when we think of the word vintage it makes us think of soft lace, beautiful details and rustic abandonment.  Also, we envision Tuscany with rolling hills, wine barrels, Italian cypresses and sunflowers.  When creating your Tuscan vintage theme, make sure that you mix earthy rough elements with softer fabrics and vintage pieces so that your wedding doesn’t look like a bad garage sale.
  2. Pick venue a that has an Old World vibe to it; it can be a winery, a hotel that is near a vineyard or even a private estate.
  3. Don’t overdo it with florals. Remember to have balance and that your venue’s landscape will probably speak for itself in terms of beauty so why over compensate?
  4. When you are figuring out how to decorate for your wedding, you don’t need a whole lot to get the look you want. Every detail doesn’t have to match exactly; it’s called mismatch perfection! You want to pair your décor with the surroundings.  Try pairing your tables with flowy fabrics and mix them with materials such as rustic wood, metal and/or brick to have contrast and texture.  Too much of a good thing makes everything look overdone and harsh.
  5. Pick a range of colors and don’t feel like you have to choose a maximum of three colors. Look at what the venue offers both interior and exterior, you will be surprised by what inspires you. Don’t be afraid to experiment.  You will know what is right when you see it.

 

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Rentals by Botanica Events and All About Events, Venue Villa San Juliette Winery, Floral Design by Noonan’s Wine Country Designs, Photo by Cameron Ingalls Photography

 

 

 

Succulents aren’t just for the backyard

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The weather is stormy outside and we love staying indoors this time of year and looking at cute DIY ideas for our clients. Why not give your guests plantable succulents! Succulents are easy plants to grow because they are drought resistant and can withstand colder climates better than some other plants. We like these easy DIY succulent wedding favors which can double as place cards too. The succulents were placed in tea cups that can be gathered from thrift stores, flea markets, garage and estate sales. The more you mismatch them, the better!

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Here is another example of what you can do with succulents. They are great for decorating and the possibilites are endless. Check out these succulents in cigar boxes. What is there not to love about these?

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