Winning Gold

This February we find ourselves smack in the middle of the closing ceremony of the Winter Olympics and the red carpet at the Oscars.  And what a time for GOLD!  

Gold is still one of the hottest wedding accents and we are still in love.  These are a few of our favorite subtle gold touches to add to any wedding color scheme for a winning pop of fabulous! 

1. a gorgeous gold sequins cardigan worn over the wedding gown (Real Simple)

2. gold foiled invitations create great expectations (Wedding Paper Divas)

3. a gold ribbon farewell (etsy.com)

4. bold gold vases add the perfect touch of glam (societybride.com)

5. simple gold ribboned wedding cake (Wedding Wire)

6. a gold wedding band is a classic accent to any style engagement ring (Cartier)

7. gold table numbers to make the guests tables extra special (etsy.com)

Cheers!

Jen

10 Favorite Celeb Weddings of 2013

We're taking a fond look back at our favorite celebrity weddings of 2013, because you never know what might inspire something fabulous...

Kate Bosworth & Michael Polish

August 31, 2013

Philipsburg, Montana

Why we loved it:  hoedown rehearsal, mountain backdrop, and anti-Hollywood

Huffington Post

Christina Ricci & James Heerdegen

October 26, 2013

New York City, New York

Why we loved it:  chic gown, intimate, and NYC

People Style Watch

Michelle Kwan & Clay Pell
January 19, 2013
Providence, Rhode Island

Why we loved it: military, east coast, and class 

Daily Mail


Keira Knightley & James Righton
May 4, 2013
Southern France

Why we loved it:  recycled gown, low-key, and hipsters

US Magazine

Princess Madeleine of Sweden & Christopher O'Neill
June 8, 2013
Stockholm, Sweden

Why we loved it:  royal wedding... enough said

US Magazine


Jimmy Kimmel & Molly McNearney
July 13, 2013
Ojai, California

Why we loved it:  star-studded yet fun and personal

US Magazine

John Legend & Chrissy Teigen

September 14, 2013

Lake Como, Italy

Why we loved it:  Vera Wang gown & a Stevie Wonder performance

People

Seth Meyers & Alexi Ashe
September 1, 2013
Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts

Why we loved it:  lace veil, gathered bouquet, and true love

E! Online


Kaley Cuoco & Ryan Sweeting
December 31, 2013
Santa Susana, California

Why we loved it:  pink Vera Wang, upside-down wedding cake, New Year's Eve... we could go on!

Bridal Guide

Kelly Clarkson & Brandon Blackstock

October 20, 2013

Walland, Tennessee

Why we loved it:  sunflowers, farm, and an all-lace gown

E! Online

Cheers to the 2014 weddings!  The best is yet to come...

Jen

FLE Update: 3 "Little" Things

In this holiday season of cherished time with family and friends, I wanted to share a piece of my family with you all along with a little update.

Blake Ryan - 1 week old - Photo Credit: Loretta Hoover

1 Just what have "we" been up to?  Four Leaf Events has taken a break from weddings this past season and for a very special reason (we'll get to that). This year I have been serving on the board for Wish Upon A Wedding and remained very involved in the wedding community. During this time our dear Jaimee has jumped industry professions and has been pursuing her photography passion with the beautiful Jennifer Driscoll Photography!  But don't be surprised if you see her around here every now and then... We love her too much to let her go entirely.

2 The reason for my much needed break this season is my pride and joy baby Blake! He burst into our lives on March 4th and has consumed every joy-filled minute since then.  He is a spirited, red-headed replica of my husband bringing smiles to everyone he encounters.  Blake is 2 months and 4 teeth older now, but here is a glimpse of our little bug at 7 months old!

[All photo credit: Loretta Hoover]

3 What is next for Four Leaf Events? More! (On the business end, that is, not babies just yet.) We are currently working on big updates to the FLE brand and how we serve you. We will be taking on a select number of clients for this upcoming 2014 season. As usual our focus will be on quality of service, not weddings-by-numbers. I am looking forward to working, sharing, and growing with you in 2014!

Merry Christmas!

Jen

FLE Anniversary: Nick & Shannon

HAPPY ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY TO NICK & SHANNON!

Grace Michael Photography

Today we are celebrating a beautiful couple as well as a wonderful organization!  Nick and Shannon were married a year ago today all thanks to Wish Upon A Wedding: a nonprofit organization that provides weddings for couples facing terminal illness and serious life-altering circumstances.  AWESOME! 

Grace Michael Photography

Just after finding out the unbelievable news that Nick's cancer was now in remission, this wedding became a wonderful celebration of new life.  I feel blessed to have been able to be a part of this beautiful third wish granted for Indianapolis.  Read more about their wedding day on the Wish Upon A Wedding BLOG.

Grace Michael Photography

Another special thanks to all of the wonderfully generous local vendors who helped make this day possible:

Florist  Nana's Heartfelt Arrangements
Venue  Indiana Historical Society
Photography  Grace Michael Photography
Videographer  MK Wedding Story
Tuxedo  Circle City Tuxedo
Caterer  MBP Catering
Cake  Classic Cakes
Hair  La Dolce Salon
Makeup  Faces by Kathy Moberly
DJ  Sunny Moon
Photo Booth  Clikz
Accommodations  Columbia Club
Rentals  LGI Linens & Party Time Rental
 

Grace Michael Photography

*Be sure to check out the fantastic video trailer by MK Wedding Story HERE and the full video post HERE!

Many blessing to Nick & Shannon and their exciting year ahead!

Jen

FLE Anniversary: Charles & Audra

Happy 1 Year Anniversary to Audra and Charles!!!  

Bungalow Photography

One year ago today this bubbly couple tied the knot and Four Leaf Events was lucky enough to be a part of their special day.  Their wedding details were nothing short of classic and traditional, every young girl's dream!  Brandon and Katie at Bungalow Photography were the perfect team to capture their classic style (Check out their blog HERE). 

  

Bungalow Photography

Bungalow Photography

Audra was simply stunning!

Bungalow Photography

 Bungalow Photography

Bungalow Photography

Bungalow Photography

Bungalow Photography

The reception boasted several food stations that included, yes, sushi!  And our favorite, of course, was the ice cream sundae bar.  I highly recommend this for any wedding!

Bungalow Photography

Bungalow Photography

Audra was so impressed with Charles' dance moves.  It was one of the best and smoothest choreographed first dances we have ever seen!

Bungalow Photography

So much fun seeing past clients at weddings!  (Lauren & Cory)

Bungalow Photography

Bungalow Photography

Loved working with this precious mother/daughter team!  If only there were more girls in the family so we could do it all over again.

 Bungalow Photography

Congratulations to Mr. & Mrs. Long!  You are such a kind and gracious couple and I could not have asked for better clients.  I wish you many blessings and many, MANY more anniversaries to come!

Wedding Planner  Four Leaf Events

Photographer   Bungalow Photography

Florist  Kathy's Kloset

Ceremony  First Baptist Church

Reception  Ritz Charles

DJ  Circle City Sound

Cake  Classic Cakes

Makeup  Erica Foit

Jen

July's Flower: Larkspur

July's flower is the larkspur, and unless you are familiar with flowers, this is probaly new to you. While they are typically used as beautiful accents in bouquets, they make gorgeous centerpieces all on their own. The meaning of the larkspur, according to meaning-of-flowers.com, is "open-heart," which, in my opinion, is a very beautiful sentiment for a wedding.  As you can see, depending on what they accompany, they can add completely different moods to arrangements ranging from opulant and regal to rustic and whimsical.  Enjoy some of the different ways they are used!

Joys Florist

Joys Florist

Backyard Huppah

The Bride's Cafe

Sloan Photographers via Style Me Pretty

So while planning your special day, make sure you do so with an open-heart and have fun!

Jaimee

June: Roses

The month of June is the most popular for weddings, so it stands to reason that this month's flower is the rose. Being such a common love flower, this is a perfect occassion to take the color into consideration as each color represents something specific. So I turned to the trusty meaning-of-flowers.com to see how the meanings differed in color. Take a look at what the colors mean and how you might incorporate the meaning into your own wedding scheme.

 

Light Pink: grace, gentility, perfect happiness

Photo by  Taylor Jackson Photography bouquet by  Stemz via Canadian Bride

Dark Pink: thank you or thankfulness

Bouquet Bridal

Pale Pink: admiration, grace, joy

Photo by Polly Alexandre via You and Your Wedding

Orange: Enthusiasm or Desire

Martha Stewart Weddings

White: Charm, wisdom, secrecy, silence, reverence, humility, youthfulness, innocence

Luster Studios

Yellow: infidelity, joy, gladness, friendship, jealousy, 

Photo by SugarLove Photography via Butterfly Philosophy

Peach: immortality, sincerity, gratitude

Photo by Ryan Price Photography via Wedding Chicks

My personal favorites are pale pink and peach. They add such a romantic, whimsical element and I love the idea of their meanings. Weddings are obviously supposed to be about love, but the added meanings of grace, joy, admiration, and sincerity seem just as appropriate. Have fun, and make your wedding day uniquely you!

Jaimee