Feather accents

I recently saw some beautiful and fun feather accents that I think will add romance and whimsy to your wedding day attire!

This Flapper inspired bridal headband is both vintage and glamorous. (Image via Twigs & Honey)

This elegant hair piece is simple and beautiful. (Design by Lo Boheme, photography by Katie Neal Photo)

How about something for the groom? This whimsical boutonnière is perfect to echo your own feather accent! (Image via Pomp & Plumage)

There is much to love about these beautiful peek-toes! They're rustic yet soft, old world and trendy at the same time! And I love that these can stay secret under the wedding dress until a timely reveal. (Image via Jessica Claire)

If you want to go all out with the feather inspired theme, there is of course your dress! How about this fun short number? (Photos by Jamie Beck for the blog Cup of Jo)

Be yourselves!

Photo by Oh Darling!

Do you like vintage? Or are you whimsical? Do you want classic and romantic? Or would you like to push the boundary and forget about traditions? As you embark on the exciting journey of planning your wedding with the one you love, one advice I would give is to "be yourselves!"

Your wedding is about you and your unique relationship. While it's appropriate to take into consideration your guests' needs, it's important to stay true to who you are. What are your interests? What would you say is your style? What is a special place or object or moment in your relationship that you want to celebrate in your wedding? Start with what's important and precious to you and you are on your way to planning the wedding to remember!

Inspired!

Today I met with a group of amazing women who followed their passions to realize their dreams. They have inspired me as a woman, a mother, and a professional. This first Red Jasmine post is dedicated to them...

As I feasted on the croissant from Paris and homemade jam by our perfect host, sipping gourmet coffee made fresh from the kitchen, I listened to these wonderful women share about their diverse background and interesting journeys. Some arrived via more traditional paths and others took various turns and career changes to be where they are today. The more I listened, the more I realized that we are all infinitely more than what meets the eye. We are not just one thing and our professional life is not separate from who we are as women, as people. One thing was clear: Who we are today is a culmination of the experiences and learning all along the way. And who we will be is much more a journey than a destination...

I feel blessed to journey together with these women. As I continue to sharpen my skills, refine myself and my craft, I will remember to offer my whole person to this passion. As I help a busy bride plan her perfect wedding, I will come not only with my professional experiences but also my personal insights as a woman, a wife, and a mom.

So this shall be the start of my blog, filled with wedding ideas and inspirations, tips and chronicles, all written by a real person, with her ups and downs, good days and bad, the woman behind Red Jasmine Weddings...let the journey begin...