How sweet it is to be loved by... our clients!

We love nothing more than from a happy bride, so getting thank you notes is a little like Christmas around here! We got this little note from an adorable bride who was so much fun to work with and has a pretty great husband by her side too! What a lucky lady!

"Hello!
I hope that you are well! Just wanted to say thank you so much for all that you did. The flowers were just gorgeous and I continue to get compliments on them! I can't put into words how amazing the flowers and centerpieces were. We just loved them. They were so unique and beautiful!!! I am working on a great review to put on the knot, along with sending you a copy, just in case you want to use it. We are going through all the pictures and there were quite a few showing off the awesome flowers, so when we get our pictures back, I will definitely send you some, just in case you would like to use any of them on your site to show your beautiful flowers also. And you can at least see them in all their wedding glory!!! I even received a compliment from the person at the Conservatory on the boutonnieres and they had done hundreds of weddings. He said how they were so unique and how much he liked them. He said he hadn't seen anything like them before. They were perfect, it all was perfect! Thank you again and I will be in touch soon!"

Congratulations to a wonderful couple and cheers to a long and happy life together!

Amanda Hill
Co-Owner, Lucky You Productions

Alizarin Crimson or Venetian Red?

Oscar Wilde was once quoted saying, “Mere color, unspoiled by meaning, and unallied with definite form, can speak to the soul in a thousand different ways.” It is true that colors and our relationships with colors have a dramatic impact on how we feel. Whether it’s looking at beautiful artwork, picking out our clothes for the day or decorating a new apartment, colors can say a lot to someone without saying anything at all. Weddings are no exception--especially when this is the most important day to show all of your friends and family who you are as a couple.

My sister is getting married in a few months and I am intrigued by the fact that whenever I tell someone she is engaged, one of their first questions is, “what are her colors?” Well let me tell you, we are about to drown in fuchsia and turquoise. However, coming to that decision was one of the first steps and possibly hardest parts of planning her wedding. She really wanted the right ‘feel’ for her day. Colors on their own have meaning. Whether it’s purple meaning royalty or wealth, or green, which is the color of nature and life, all colors mean something and people have a reactions to the color choices picked for weddings. For example bright colors can make a couple seem energetic and vibrant, while earth tones can signify calmness, and anything yellow to me just feels happy. This is something that The Perfect Palette tackles (www.theperfectpaletteblog.com). This blog helps you to find, well, the perfect palette for your special day. Whether its romance or whimsy this blog helps you put the feel of your wedding to the perfect colors. Another genius website I came across was www.dessy.com/PANTONE. In 2010 The Dessy Group partnered with PANTONE to allow brides (and grooms) to coordinate your colors with Pantone Color Swatches that you can leave with your bridesmaids, florist, wedding planner & more. That way everyone can be on the same page with the exact color and feel you are looking for. No matter what, when deciding on a color scheme don’t be afraid to think outside of the box. Let color combination's surprise you, and go with what you like and makes you feel good. Because, after all, who said red and pink together aren’t anything but beautiful?

-Morgan Drawe

ECO-FRIENDLY WEDDING OPTIONS ARE EASIER TO FIND THAN YOU THINK!

by Rachel McCalla, Lucky You Weddings and Events Director

Going completely green at your wedding can be pretty tough. Doable, but tough. However, there are small manageable things you can do here and there that can really make a difference. Here are two great examples.

Just recently I found out this great website called called foryourparty.com! It offers tons of little items to make any wedding super special. One of them is a 100% recycled cocktail napkins that can be personalized to your wedding. Wow! Here's a direct link to the page: http://www.foryourparty.com/ecofriendly.php

BBJ is now offering linens made from recycled plastic bottles! They come in a natural and white! For more info on the linens contact our local BBJ Office at 314-9200.

Find out more info on how to go green in manageable ways in our latest article in St. Louis Bride Magazine!

Castellano Wedding!

Lucky You Productions (Floral and Decor Division) was proud to take part in making Tricia and Mike Castellano's wedding day an unforgettable event! Designed by Amanda Hill, Director of Floral and Decor at Lucky You, the bridesmaid's bouquets we made up of tulips, dendrobium orchids, spider mums, button pomps and hydrangea with black ribbon loops within the arrangement as an accent. The bride's bouquet was a showstopper with beautiful white Gerber daises, dendrobium orchids, spider mums and button pomps. The ceremony site was beautifully decorated inside and out. The door decorations were made of roses, bells of Ireland, Kermit pumps and wax flower. The aisle was adorned with pomanders made of button pomps, spider mums and chrysanthemums. Lastly, the cake was decorated with spider mums and white gerber daises. A special thanks to L'Photographie for the most amazing pictures!

Written By: Kelsey Juern

Trend Alert: Feather Frenzy!

Feathers are a fun addition to any chic brides wedding day. Celebrities have been incorporating feathers into their fashion looks and even their bridal looks (think Carrie Bradshaw in Sex and the City 2). This has sparked a huge trend that has influenced weddings. They can be incorporated through design elements to make your big day one of a kind. With so many different types and colors to choose from, feathers can be selected to go with a variety of elements in your wedding. You can incorporate them into your wedding attire, decorations, cake, and bouquet. As far as bridal attire goes, feathers add a texture that has been part of designer’s inspirations this year on the runway. It can be seen all throughout a brides wedding day look from the dress to the headpiece to the shoes. Maybe you are not ready to hop on the feathered dress train just quite yet, but you can still use them to add flair to other facets the wedding. Feathers can give off a romantic and whimsical vibe while still being modern and trendy. A huge benefit of the feather trend is they are relatively cost effective. Adding them to a price conscious bridal bouquet can make it appear more full and glamorous. The possibilities are limitless to what you can accomplish with this up and coming trend! Check out some more fun ideas from photos below!

Written By: Kelsey Juern

Photo Credits: Pico Soriano Designs, Carrie Patterson (Fine Art Weddings) and Melissa Bagley Photography

* Hot Trend* October Weddings

October is the new month for weddings! Brides are being romanced by the falling leaves and crisp autumn weather. What is there in October not to love? With the holidays around the corner, October really has such a generous warmth and coziness to it. It is a time to share and gather with family & loved ones, to celebrate!

When it comes to decor or treats for the big day, October brings the hint of apple cider, hot chocolate, pumpkins, comfort foods and treats.This comes full circle with many beautiful autumn shades of burnt orange, infused yellows, and smooth mocha browns. This fall season is also a great time to see brides include their country or rustic side into the big day! With so many bright festive fall colors and themes to choose from!!