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In the spirit of Love on this Valentine’s Day, we have a new Heart Wedding Inspiration Board on Pinterest. Hearts are the perfect symbol of love no matter when you get married. Whether or not you decide to style your wedding around hearts, there are plenty of fun elements to incorporate into your wedding.
   
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Who doesn’t want to plan their honeymoon at one of the hot spots where all the “cool newlyweds” go?! We came across Katie of Ever After Honeymoons. She is known as one of the best honeymoon planners in the business. Katie has ranked the top five hottest destinations of 2013. FIJI
Katie mentions that many of her clients love the privacy Fiji offers after all the wedding hoop-la. The island doesn’t disappoint when it comes to adventure either. Many couples love the snorkeling, kayaking, hiking, visiting small villages and the spa treatments. Tadrai Island Resort is couples only. Each villa hosts a private pool with an ocean view. The resort also offers great promotions throughout the year. One includes a complimentary helicopter transfer to and from the resort. Now that is arriving in style!
CROATIA
Croatia boasts beautiful beaches, unique culture, and magnificent national parks with waterfalls. It simply has it all for a couple. Villa Dubrovnik is the perfect blend of traditional and modern, featuring balconies right over the water perfect for any couple.
AMALFI COAST, ITALY
Amalfi Coast is known for its incredible ocean views and cute little shops. In this small villa, you’ll fall in love with the quaint family-run restaurants and shops. Walk through Villa Cimbrone and skip over to other nearby towns along the coast for true coastal bliss. Katie’s clients love to stay at the Hotel Palazzo Avino for its excellent service and ocean views. There are also a small beach area and restaurant right on the water.
ST. BARTHS
If your dream honeymoon is Europe, but you just didn’t have the time to explore all of Europe, then St. Barths is perfect for you. It is one of the most beloved destinations in the world. St. Barths is a French-owned island that gives you the South of France experience with its so chic and European vibe. Hotel Le Toiny is a treasured hotel for Katie’s clients. It is in a more private area of the island with private villas and pools. Plus only a short drive away are the best beaches on the island and a fabulous little town called Gustavia.
ST. LUCIA
St. Lucia will give you that Caribbean experience without the large crowds and large resorts of the other Caribbean islands. The island is so lush and green and has the most welcoming people. It is the perfect destination for active, adventurous couples. Not only are there plenty of fun water activities, but also the island boasts gorgeous beaches and incredible restaurants. A favorite hotel of Katie’s is The BodyHoliday. This boutique hotel has amazing fresh and healthy food, beautiful beaches, and a fabulous spa. Plus plenty of activities. The best feature is that everything is included, spa treatments and all!
{Photo Credits: Tadria Island Resort, Villa Dubrovnik, Palazzo Avino, Hotel Le Toiny, The BodyHoliday} Name: Solidago Color: Yellow Hue: Bright Solidago, also known as Goldenrod, is bright yellow country flower. The bright yellow adds a pop of color to any Midwest Floral Decor.
This Sioux Falls, SD Wedding was captured by Amanda’s Imagery. We love all the elegance and deep hues of their wedding at the Washington Pavilion. And how beautiful to have your ceremony and then lift the curtain to reveal a gorgeous reception set-up?
From Amanda: Sarah and Shawn celebrated their wedding at the Washington Pavilion October 13, 2012. Sarah was a very meticulous bride and all of her hard work paid off. Her deep jewel toned purple color scheme tied beautifully into the Pavilion’s majestic grand hall. After a ceremony in front of the grand stage, the curtain was lifted to reveal a gorgeous reception set up featuring tea lights suspended from towering bouquets of gnarled branches and spotlighting throughout to accentuate all the details to perfection. As an added bonus, Sarah and Shawn were a super laid back and fun couple to get to work with.
sioux falls south dakota wedding photography AMANDAS IMAGERY | sioux falls ceremony and reception venue WASHINGTON PAVILION | sioux falls wedding florist FLOWER MILL | sioux falls wedding cake QT CAKES | sioux falls wedding caterer LEONARDO’S | wedding dress designer SOPHIA TOLLI | shoe designer LULU TOWNSEND | wedding jewelry RIDDLES, THOMAS KNOELL DESIGNS, TIFFANY & CO. | sd wedding entertainment DAKOTA ENTERTAINMENT | wedding hair PLATINUM IMAGINATION
Every bride wants to look her best on the big day. Looking your best is also tied to how you feel about yourself. All too often we hear about extreme workouts and crash dieting just weeks out from wedding. Not only do these routes not create sustainable changes, they can be dangerous! The key to looking your best involves simple lifestyle changes and beginning these changes at least 6 months before you walk down the aisle, depending on your goals. Here are 4 tips to help you look (and feel) your best on your big day.
1. Set goals An example of a SMART goal: So much better than “I want to lose weight before my wedding”. 2. Eat more often! 3. Stay hydrated 4. Make small changes
Written by University of South Dakota Dietetic Intern Chelsea Rambo for Kelsey Raml, MS, RD, LN, Brown Clinic Registered Dietitian. |
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