Provide your team with a rejuvenating break from the office routine and foster creativity on the Atlantic Ocean with captivating panoramic views 🌊💻💡
Pro Tips By the Sea~ Breaking away from the office environment can actually boost productivity! By providing your team with a change of scenery they are more likely to feel inspired. Encourage outside the box thinking and generate fresh ideas against the backdrop of breathtaking ocean views at Blue Ocean! - bit.ly/3KDqHHf
Pro Tip by the Sea~ Stay close and connected to your partner throughout the night.
As obvious as it may sound, staying together is a lot harder than it seems. With so much going on and family members pulling you both in every direction it can be hard. So this is your reminder to stay close, whether you’re mingling with friends and family, taking photos, dancings etc. The day will be over before you know it and it’s the worst when a couple's biggest regret on their wedding day is that they didn’t get to spend enough time together. 💍✨
Pro Tips by the Sea~ 5 Fashion Hacks to remember on your wedding day ✨
📌 Pack a stain removing pen or wipes in case of surprise spills/ stains.
📌 Use magnetic veil weights. This will stop your veil from flying away in the wind and keep it neat throughout the day.
📌 Slip a pair of cushioned insoles into your shoes for that extra comfort.
📌 Secure your jewelry in place with eyelash glue so you don’t have to keep adjusting yourself or worry that your jewelry is facing the wrong way in your photos. It’s weird but it works!
📌 Be sure to carry around an emergency sewing kit for any unexpected fashion mishaps.
Pro Tips by the Sea~ Here's everything you should set aside for your wedding detail shots! 📸
🤍 All 3 Rings
✨ Wedding Day Perfume/ Cologne
🤍 Bridal Jewelry
✨ Invitation Suite
🤍 Vow Books
✨ Shoes
🤍 Hairpiece
✨ Veil
🤍 Extra ribbon or accents that resemble the day
✨ Something new, and something borrowed
🤍 Letters or any other additional stationary items like menus, etc.
Pro Tips By the Sea~ If you want everything to go smoothly at your dress fitting, here are 4 things you should buy/bring before you go:
✨ The shoes you plan to wear or a pair that closely resembles the height you are going for.
✨ If you know you want to wear spanx or a bodysuit underneath your dress, buy them before you go! This will ensure you get your dress fitted perfectly.
✨ Have the bra you are going to wear or a second one that can be sewn into your dress.
✨ If you already have some accessories picked out or something special like Mom’s necklace that you know you are going to wear, this is a great time to see how it will look with your dress.
Pro Tips by the Sea~ Embrace the season of snow and love with these 5 amazing Party Favor ideas, great for Winter Weddings by the sea 🎁✨
❄️ Personalized hot cocoa kits
❄️ Cozy blankets with monogrammed tags
❄️ Scented candles in wintry scents
❄️ Custom-made ornaments
❄️ Mini bottles of mulled wine
Pro Tips by the Sea~
📌 Make an Appointment: This is crucial for a focused and personalized experience and ensures you receive undivided attention from a consultant.
📌 Look for Inspiration: Before diving into dress shopping, gather inspiration from magazines, social media platforms like Pinterest or Instagram, and bridal websites to help consultants understand your taste.
📌 Choose Your Wedding Crew: Select a trusted few to accompany you. Keep the group small to avoid overwhelming opinions. Include people whose opinions you value and who understand your style.
📌 Trust Your Own Instincts: While opinions from loved ones matter, trust your instincts when it comes to how a dress makes you feel.
📌 Determine Your Budget: Set a realistic budget for your wedding dress before you start shopping. Consider alterations and accessories within this budget and be sure to talk to the consultant to ensure that you're only trying on dresses within your price range.
📌 Choose Comfort Over Everything Else: While it's important to feel stunning on your wedding day, prioritize comfort when selecting your dress. You'll be wearing it for hours, moving around, sitting, and dancing. Ensure the dress allows you to move comfortably and fits well.
📌 Don't Be Afraid to Say Yes: When you find the dress that ticks off all the boxes, don't hesitate to say yes! Trust that feeling of joy and confidence when you've found the dress that makes you feel like the most radiant version of yourself on your special day.
Pro Tips By the Sea~ The debate between having a sweetheart table or head table for you and your wedding party can sometimes be hard for couples to make. At the end of the day this is a personal decision based on what you and your partner prefer! Sweetheart tables can be more cost effective and are great for couples who want some one-on-one time with each other during the reception. It also allows your wedding party to sit with people they know. Head tables work best for honoring your closest friends and guests feel less separated from you.
Couples should consider their personalities, the size of the wedding, and the overall atmosphere they want to create when making this decision. There's no right or wrong choice – it's all about what feels most comfortable and special for the couple on their big day! 🤍🤍
Pro Tips By the Sea~ Here are 5 Bouquet Styles for Your Wedding Day 🤍
💐 Round Bouquet: This bouquet is traditional and elegant in style and can be designed as a tight cluster or more loose for an “airy'' feel. Also great for brides on a budget, as it can be created using the same flower type or a mix of different flowers and sizes, making it versatile and budget-friendly
💐 Posy Bouquet: Boasting a compact, round shape that fits comfortably in one hand, the simplicity of this style allows for creative freedom, accommodating various flowers in different colors and shapes. Typically, the stems are uniform in length, and minimal foliage is added, ensuring a clean and elegant look.
💐 Nosegay Bouquet: A tightly clustered arrangement, with flowers bound closely and stems cut uniformly. These bouquets usually incorporate an abundance of greenery, more than most bouquet styles and is a popular style for bridesmaids in the form of a smaller arrangement.
💐 Asymmetrical Bouquet: These bouquets are made to not look the same on both sides. They are styled to have one side of the bouquet noticeably higher than the other or include an accent piece on one side that the other doesn’t have. A mix of foliage and florals are added to allow for more variation.
💐 Cascading Bouquet: Formal and classic in style, these bouquets spill gracefully downward, over the bride’s hands creating a “waterfall” effect and are typically made to have a round top that narrows toward the bottom. Almost all kinds of flowers work for this style of bouquet.
Pro Tips by the Sea~ 3 Posing Tips Every Bride Should Know:
📷 Pay attention to your posture: Avoid slouching and stand up straight with your shoulders relaxed. Good posture will elongate your body and exude confidence.
📷 Distribute your weight: Shift your weight onto the leg that is further away from the camera for a more flattering pose. This can create a natural S-curve in your body that looks more elegant.
📷 Bend your joints when posing: Engage in natural movements for those candid moments your photographer might snap, but when it’s time to strike a pose, consider placing your hands on your hip with your fingers pointing toward your back side. This will pull back your shoulders and highlight those collarbones.
A great wedding photographer will give you guidance and help you with where and how to pose but knowing these 3 tips will ensure you’re more comfortable in front of a camera and can better follow their direction, allowing them to capture that perfect moment 💍🌊📷
Pro Tips by the Sea~ What to practice at the Wedding Rehearsal:
📌 Run through the ceremony so everyone knows who’s walking down and when.
📌 Make sure your bridal party knows where to stand during the ceremony.
📌 Practice what happens when the bride and her escort make it to the front of the ceremony. If the parent is the escort they will typically share a hug and congratulate the bride.
📌 Go through the exit plan and decide if you want your bridal party to follow or hang back if the couple plans to stop halfway down the aisle for a photo.
Pro Tips by the Sea~ Rooms with sunny, panoramic ocean views paired with a brunch buffet are the perfect start to your new beginning! Choose between a private brunch space with omelet and waffle stations or a Sunday Brunch by the Sea in the Seaglass Dining room. Whatever suits your style and budget, our team creates dreamy mornings while you watch the waves lap gently beneath your feet. This is a great opportunity for you and your partner to thank your guests and even gives them a chance to see you off before the honeymoon! 🥞🍳🤍🌊
Pro Tips by the Sea~ There are a lot of reasons to include a signature cocktail at your wedding, but in the end, it's up to you! We strive to make the planning process as easy and stress free as possible and that's why Blue Ocean includes signature drink options in your bridal packet. From our sampler sips that help get the party started to our cocktail hour wine pass and Sangria Station options, impressing your guests has never been so easy! 🤍🥂
Pro Tips by the Sea~ There’s nothing worse than running into problems on your wedding day, especially when it comes to the bride and her look. Follow these tips before the big day and you’ll be extra prepared!
-💄Makeup Trials: Having a run-through before your wedding day ensures you’ll find the right look for you & you’ll know your makeup artist will get it right when it actually matters. Be sure to take pictures during the trial to see how your makeup look will appear in images with and without flash.
-💧Hydrate!: Drinking plenty of water and using products that hydrate your face well before the day of your wedding will help your skin and allow for the best makeup application.
-☀️Consider the Wedding Season: Summer brides should try to prep the skin a while beforehand and work with an anti shine and water-resistant primer. Fall/Winter brides would benefit from a more full coverage foundation that won’t make the face too dry.
-🚫💧 Waterproof Products: Waterproof makeup is your best friend! If you tear up here and there you know your makeup will remain intact.
Pro Tips by the Sea~ If you’re planning a wedding on a budget, it can be really easy to get carried away with the guest list. Here’s some ways to cut down the list so you and your partner can have an unforgettable celebration without breaking the bank:
📌Consider present and future: Make a rule that you don’t invite anyone you haven't seen or spoken to in the last year. This makes it easier to take distant relatives or old friends off the guest list.
📌Plus-Ones: Be selective with plus-one invitations and try to only keep the option for guests in long-term relationships or those with spouses. This eliminates casual dates/ people you don’t know very well.
📌Having a child-free wedding: This is a great way to narrow the list down. You can save some money and it can often make a wedding more enjoyable. Having children there is of course great but this is something to think about.
Choosing a color scheme for your wedding day is a big decision for couples to make. This sets the mood for the day, bringing all your decor together for a gorgeous and cohesive look. Here are some color palettes we've been loving recently and we hope they spark some inspiration for any brides to be out there! 🎨🤍
Pro Tips by the Sea 🌊🖥️~ Creating your own wedding website is the perfect solution for simplifying the wedding planning process. Not only can sharing important event details help your guests find all the info they need in one place but it’s also great for sharing photographs, keeping track of RSVPs and more. Get creative with it and share your love story or add a FAQs page.
There are endless online tools to help you along the way and you can even password protect your site so only your guests can see it. The opportunities to stay organized and on top of your planning are endless with this bridal hack! 🤍🤍
I followed my heart, and it led me to the beach…❤️🌊
