Inspiration: Buttercream Wedding

Inspiration Board by Susan Ohanneson, Red Letter Weddings and Events, Bakersfield, CA

A Buttercream Wedding: Ceremony and Reception at Rose Garden Weddings of Bakersfield on a private ranch on the Kern River just minutes from downtown Bakersfield, catered by the Cafe Med. The bride's inspiration and color scheme comes from her Tiffany & Co. canary yellow diamond engagement ring (at a mere $10,100!) so she decided on a monochromatic scheme of buttery yellows and creamy ivories. Bridal gown is an ivory strapless gown with a fitted bodice draped in asymmetrical crinkled chiffon with an A-line ball skirt of layer upon layer of ultra-fine tulle topped with point d'esprit and a sash of silk charmuse. From the J.Crew collection, item 13324, sizes 0-12, $3000. Bridal shoes have beautiful knotted detailing at the toe with a modified 3 1/4 inch pump in ivory. "Lola" by Fifi, $176 at www.myglassslipper.com. I would suggest a fingertip-to-chapel lenth train in plain ivory tule with headband, depending on bridal hairstyle. Bridemaid's gown is a strapless full-length crinkle chiffon with pleated bodice and draped skirt in buttercup by Lela Rose Bridemaids, style LR144, sizes 00-30W, $298. The wedding vintage-style wedding cake is ivory buttercream and features a golden cascade of sugar paste lilies. Invitations are "Claire" by Gwyneth Paige, vintage-inspired with a yellow-quilted background and scrolling brackets in yellow with just a touch of spring green.www.gwynethpaige.com. Bridal flowers inslude roses, orchids and calla lilies. Flowers and tablesettings by Effloresce, Santa Barbara Designs,www.effloresce.com. Table favors are terra cotta pots of spring herbs and also serve as place card holders. DJ by Aaron's DJ Service. Photographer of choice: With Love Photography, Bakersfield CA www.withlovephotography.co

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Inspiration: California Diva Chic!

Inspiration board by Susan Ohanneson, Red Letter Weddings and Events, Bakersfield, CA

Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort and Spa, San Luis Obispo (www.sycamoresprings.com) is an idyllic destination venue where the bridal couple will be pampered like the celebrities they are on their Big Day. We've done a fresh take on the ubiquitous pink and brown color scheme using Pantone's 2011 color of the year, "Honeysuckle" teamed with Pantone's "Rose Coral" and "Nougat."  The bride is wearing a white feather headpiece in place of traditional veil, designed by Harriet, British milliner to the smart London set (www.byharriet.uk) with a short strapless wedding gown a la Carnaby Street with dropped waistline and rose detail at the ruffled hem by Dere Kiang. The bride will sparkle on the dance floor in crystal evening sandals by Martinez Valero. The groom's nehru suit provides a sleek, modern look that shows his individuality--great for the guy who doesn't like wearing ties. Bridesmaid's strapless chiffon dress with shirred bodice and matching flower detail at natural waist in cappucino by After Six Bridesmaids. Pink Rose and feather fascinator by Aftershock, London (www.aftershockplc.com). Coordinating "Stella" platform pumps with peep toe and ruffled vamp details by Pour La Victorie. Floral designs in lush California tropical pinks and corals by Panacea Floral Event Design, SLO (www.panaceaflowers.com). Table setting and linens by Bella Signature Design (www.bellasignature.com). Custom invitation suite, "Pretty Blossoms" by Oh Louise! (www.ohlouise.com). Wedding cake from The Cakery, SLO (www.slocakery.com).