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5 Hot Spring Wedding Trends

Are you planning a Spring wedding? Well, this season it's all about updating the classic wedding details with fresh, inspired-by-nature elements! Take a look!

1. Spring Wedding Color Trends

Soft, romantic color palettes made up of barely there hues are big for weddings this spring. Brides and Event designers alike are using lots of pink, lavender, robin's egg blue and green. Pair a soft color palette with lots of texture like warm wood, branches, milk glass and even copper.

2. Spring Wedding Dress Trends

Big, frothy wedding gowns with a fairy-tale-esque aura are all the rage for spring brides. We're talking layers of soft tulle, light draping along the skirt and small organic details like fabric flowers and vines made of appliqued sequins.

3. Spring Wedding Reception Trends

Designers are taking a simple, well-executed and refined approach to table design. Think: long, wooden tables topped off with pretty fabric runners and fresh springtime flowers (like peonies, ranunculus and hyacinths). Also, for Spring- using tons of candlelight for the tables — from small, colored-glass votives to tall, mercury-glass candelabras and even vintage oil lamps!

4. Spring Wedding Stationery Trends

Sophisticated yet down-to-earth elements are hot for stationery. To accomplish the look, designers are creating invitation suites that showcase a mix of paper (like vellum, cotton paper stock and recycled paper) and printing techniques (like digital, hand calligraphy and letterpress). The look is textural and earthy, yet elegant and refined.

5. Spring Wedding Food Trends

Choosing the food for your wedding, in most people’s eyes, is the most important part. You want your guests to enjoy the delicious tray pass items, dinner and yummy treats that you provide along the way. For the upcoming 2013 wedding season, the trend is for brides and grooms to provide their guests with the most unique/interesting food options that they can find. Try adding on a surprise station at the end of the night to really WOW your guests! Limerick Golf Club can offer you a wide range of options to allow your guests to experience something different that they have never had before and will really make a great impression! Try adding an ice cream, soft pretzel or even slider station to really take your reception to the next level!

To host your wedding or book your next event with us here at Limerick Golf Club, contact Sandra Visnov at 610-495-6945 ext: 103. We look forward to meeting you!

Real Weddings: Jesse and Ashley

Jun23

What a perfect day for an outdoor wedding held on our beautifully maintained golf course! Ashley and Jesse were married at Limerick Golf Club on May 18, 2012. They had a gorgeous ceremony which was exclusively held on the greens. As you can see, their photos turned out flawlessly! Chris Hayes Photography did a wonderful job snapping all the important photos of the day!

While the bridal party went out to take more photos during cocktail hour, guests dined on hot butlered hors d'oeuvres. Executive Chef Shawn Kane prepared: Shrimp Cocktail, Chicken Teriyaki Skewers, Brushetta and Scallops wrapped in bacon.

After speeches and first dances the appetizers and entrees were plated and the guests enjoyed Honey Baked Ham and Chicken Italiano.

The wedding cake was so creatively decorated by Diana at Sweet Addictions Bake Shop. The colors of the cake reflected the groomsmen and bridesmaid dresses.

The colors and little details in Ashley and Jesse’s wedding really made the day that much more special and unique. It was a pleasure working with this couple and from everyone here at LGC we wish you both love and happiness for many years! Congratulations Ashley and Jesse from all of us here at LGC!

Real Weddings: Jeff and Liz

Jun15

Liz and Jeff’s wedding day had finally arrived! Their wedding was held at LGC on Saturday, May 26^th. Booking their wedding ceremony and reception seems like it just happened yesterday. It was my pleasure to work with Liz, Jeff and especially Liz’s parents to make their day everything they wanted it to be and more!

The ceremony was gorgeous but the bride was even more beautiful! Thanks to Cully Craft Photography for the stunning photos! The shots are beautiful! See for yourself!

With all of their closest friends in attendance and celebrating in the joy of the event, it was a truly a fabulous day to remember. Liz and Jeff, thank you for letting us share in your special day!

Real Weddings: JR and Kelli

May26

JR and Kelli hosted their wedding at the Limerick Golf Club on Saturday, May 5, 2012. They held both their wedding ceremony and reception at The Loft. Kelli worked with the colors purple and ivory- which worked so well together and complimented the room well. We saw these two colors everywhere from the bridesmaid’s dresses, to the linens and even the wedding cake. The bride and groom had a beautiful day for photos! Dave Morgan at Stylish Images did a great job at capturing these breathtaking images!

While the bridal party was out taking their photos, guests enjoyed cocktail hour and their hot butlered hors d’oeuvres which included: chicken cordon bleu, Italian brushetta, chicken teriyaki skewers and spanikopits. All of the guests really seemed to enjoy the 5 hour continuous open bar as well! After the salads were served the bridal party made their grand entrances along with first dances. Dinner was followed shortly after with entrees of Chicken Marsala and Filet Mignon!

After dinner, guests enjoyed dancing along with the cake cutting! The cake was beautiful and was done by Diana Green at Sweet Addictions Bake Shop. The flowers on the cake as well as the flowers done for the ceremony and rehearsal were provided by Jenny Greenwald at Greenwald’s flowers. Everything looked perfect and beautiful for JR and Kelli on their special day!

It was a pleasure for me to work with such a fun couple. I wish you both the best and thank you for letting Limerick Golf Club share in your special day! Congratulations to you both!

Real Weddings: Tom and Jamie

Apr11

Tom and Jamie Dykie Jr. celebrated their wedding with us here at The Loft on March 24, 2012. This couple was very laid back and fun to work with! They opted for a more relaxed feel for their wedding and went with a butlered hor dourves and cocktail reception versus the 5 hour wedding package that we offer here at The Loft!

Jamie and Tom’s color scheme for the wedding was red and black! All of the centerpieces were beautiful and also reflected the room decor.

Jamie wore a gorgeous white and black gown with red pumps underneath!

The bride and groom chose a cupcake cake in place of the traditional wedding cake. We are seeing more and more cupcake cakes pop up this year- they are just so much fun! The great thing about the cupcake cakes, is that you get a few more flavors with this option versus the tiered wedding cake. Yumm!

Tom and Jamie danced the night away with close friends and family. The party went on into the late night and the couple actually ended up extending the reception an extra half hour! What a nice surprise!

It was great working with both Tom and Jamie and it was a pleasure helping them plan their special day!

Wedding Planning: Money-Saving Tips!

Apr1

Planning your wedding can become very stressful, especially when you start to add up the seemingly unending list of expenses. Most brides have a limit on their wedding budget but just because you may not have unlimited funds does not mean you are limited as to how beautiful your wedding day can be! So how do you pull off a one-of-a-kind, unforgettable, wedding day and still have money left over for a honeymoon? Follow these tips below and keep in mind that you do not need to blow your budget in order to have the wedding day of your dreams! Happy Planning!

Reception

1. Cut the guest list. This will slash your catering costs and save on invitations and even the number of centerpieces.

2. Think off-peak season or try setting the date on a Friday or Sunday and save thousands!

3. Hold your ceremony and reception in one spot- this will cut travel time for your vendors that you pay by the hour! This will also cut down on your flower and décor pricing!

4. Utilize larger tables so you need fewer centerpieces and tablecloths.

5. Shop the off-season for extra decor — get modern black vases on sale after Halloween and pretty pink ones after Valentine’s Day.

Flowers

1. Buy flowers that are in season.

2. Use more greenery than flowers.

3. Swap out costly flowers — did you know peonies can be five times more expensive than roses?

4. Stick to just one or two kinds of flowers.

5. Include non-florals, like lanterns and DIY centerpieces.

Food & Drink

1. Serve entree duets.

2. Skip the main course — apps and drinks are fine too.

3. Limit the Open Bar- Limiting a traditional open bar to a few hours can really cut costs

4. Think of having an afternoon brunch wedding! If you move your reception to the afternoon, you can help you save on food and alcohol charges. Food will be lighter and less expensive, and guests will drink less in the afternoon than in the evening (you hope).

5. Skip the champagne toast.

Cakes

1. Order a small one or two-tiered cake and then supplement cake with a larger sheet cake (hidden back in the kitchen).

2. Keep the add-ons simple.

3. Use fresh flowers, not sugar ones.

4. Reuse ceremony flowers for the cake table.

5. Skip exotic fillings like guava and mango.

Stationery & Favors

1. Get single-page invites to save on postage.

2. Give out one favor per couple.

3. Have favors double as escort cards.

4. Email your save-the-dates.

5. Make your own menu cards, escort cards, and wedding favor packaging.

Photo, Video & Music

1. Have a photographer you love but can’t afford the prices? Ask them if they have an associate shooter who will do your wedding for less.

2. Opt for a smaller band.

3. Hire a band or DJ who can do both the ceremony and the reception.

Will you be implementing any of these money-saving tips when it comes to planning your wedding? Lets us know how YOU have saved money when planning your big day!

Real Weddings: Colin and Lisa

Mar27

Colin and Lisa Walsh helped us to kick off wedding season this year on March 17^th – St. Patty’s day! What unusual weather we had for mid-March but they ended up having a gorgeous day! It must have been the “luck of the Irish!” The couple chose to hold both their wedding ceremony and reception at Limerick Golf Club. The ceremony was held on our outside patio for a comfortable 90 guests.

Colin and Lisa decided to go with a black, white and GREEN color scheme. The groomsmen looked dapper in their black suits with green vests and ties. Lisa wore a gorgeous gown and as a surprise touch of color, rocked the green heels in honor of St. Patty’s Day!

After the ceremony guests made their way from the patio upstairs to The Loft. While the bride, groom and bridal party navigated their way around the golf course- on the golf carts (which by the way- the guys LOVED!) for their outdoor wedding photos.

They really did get to take advantage of the great weather and Douglas Nevick, from DjN Photography was able to capture breath-taking photos!

While the bridal party was rendezvousing around the club, the guests enjoyed the start of the continuous 5 hour open bar along with hot butlered hors D’oeuvres. The hors D’oeuvres were prepared by head chef Shawn Kane and consisted of: BBQ Bourbon Balls, Beef Teriyaki Skewers, Scallops Wrapped in Bacon and Pigs in a Blanket.

Once cocktail hour was over the new Mr. and Mrs. Colin Walsh hit the dance floor for their first dance together. This is one couple that was truly adorable to watch. You could really tell they were enjoying themselves and were so happy to start this new journey of their lives together.

Continuing with the décor of their St. Patty’s day wedding- of course this theme did not stop at the wedding cake. Their festive and delicious cake was created by Diana at Sweet Addictions Bake Shop. What a creative job she did! The guests enjoyed adorable chocolate, vanilla, peanut butter and cookies & cream cupcakes with shamrock confetti.

It was truly a pleasure for me to work with both Colin and Lisa! Their outgoing and energetic personalities made helping them to plan their wedding such a fun and pleasurable experience! I wish you both love and happiness and thank you for letting myself and the staff at LGC help make your day a memorable one!

Spring has Sprung!

Mar20

Dreaming of tulips, sundresses, and swapping vows in a garden? From the save the dates to the wedding reception, here’s how to incorporate a little bit of spring into every wedding day detail!

Wedding Styles:

For a Classic Spring Wedding, work with Peony pink and leaf green

For a Rustic Spring Wedding, work with Chocolate brown and robin’s egg blue

For a Modern Spring Wedding, work with Poppy orange and celadon green

For a Vintage Spring Wedding, work with Pansy purple and butter yellow

For a Formal Spring Wedding, work with Warm ivory and candlelight white

Popular Spring Flowers:

Daises, Tulips, Roses and Peonies

Spring Cocktail Inspirations:

When considering a signature cocktail for your wedding in the Spring season there are a few factors you want to keep in mind! For your spring wedding, the perfect signature cocktail can help pull together a seasonal theme.

Many of your favorite fruits are synonymous with spring — combine those flavors with spirits and you can set a light, festive mood for your wedding.

Make sure to keep your cocktail fresh, fruity and light for your guests to enjoy.
Your signature cocktail should look as good as it tastes! Garnish the rim of the glass with fruit slices or add mint in the mix
Serve the cocktail blended instead of over ice to cool your guests down

Spring Wedding Dress Trends:

Trend 1: Flowers- Complement a spring garden setting with a floral-embellished dress.

Trend 2: Preppy Details- A gingham ribbon trim or a hint of polka dots could add the perfect finishing touch to an already gorgeous gown. Consider a dress with a pleated bodice or find a patterned sash to wear around your waist.

Trend 3: Sheer Fabrics- For a wedding dress that reflects the spring season, light and airy fabrics are ideal. Think chiffon, charmeuse, and organza.

Trend 4: Cashmere Cover-Ups- Nighttime temperatures in the Spring can drop into the 50s, especially in March and early April. Instead of a wrap, try a sophisticated cashmere cardigan.

Trend 5: Higher Hemlines- With short gowns becoming ever more popular on the runway, find a mini dress that will really show off your figure. Go for a tea-length dress paired with peep-toed heels for a fun and flirty look.

Style and Decor

Choose a spring color, and use a slightly different shade of fabric on each reception table. Your tables will look unified, but not matchy-matchy.

Invitations

Have a common springtime motif, such as a peony or a bird, printed on the invites.

Flowers

Have your florist pair your favorite springtime flower with fruits (ruby-red raspberries, luscious blackberries, or even strawberries) for a fete that feels as homegrown as a picnic in the park.

Menu

Fill large punch bowls with fresh lemonade, iced tea, and white-wine sangria, garnished with fresh lemons and fruit for a colorful drink menu.

Wedding Cake

Choose a flavor that’s light and fluffy, like a strawberry shortcake covered in pale pink fondant and topped with real strawberries or beautiful seasonal flowers.

Favors

Give bulbs or packets of flower seeds that guests can plant in their gardens or window boxes, tagged with a personalized label.

As we welcome Spring today and gear up for our seasonal weddings, we look forward to seeing these creative and refreshing ideas incorporated in your special day!

The Loft at Limerick

Montgomery County Wedding and Event Facility