I have been waiting a while to share this photo shoot with you that I was able to participate in. But, with the 100th anniversary approaching on April 15th, today seemed like the perfect day. But, first a little bit of a background story on how the shoot came about. When I received an email with details on the Titanic Museum in Pigeon Forge I immediately contacted them about the possibility of a styled shoot. When I received the green light - I put a call out for nearby planners and photographers. Once I had Mayra of In Flight Celebrations LLC and Kristen Steele Photography on board, everything else fell into place. I was honored to be able to design the invitations, place cards and other coordinating chevron themed paper goods. The invitation and place card both feature a hand drawing that I did of the popular yellow flower known as Craspedia or Billy Balls/Buttons.

The following details of this shoot are from Mayra . . . This spectacular Styled Wedding Shoot was inspired by Titanic’s 100th Anniversary. We styled a very sophisticated and traditional Titanic inspired Wedding yet very modern in details like bright yellow bridal shoes; chevron designs on the Wedding Invitation Suite and Stationery and a festive Kids Wedding Table. Travel, nautical and a vintage influence all created the elements for the shoot’s décor and ambience.

Titanic’s Museum is a perfect and romantic location for Weddings and we carried the Titanic’s traditional and unique event icons with the use of the famous Heart Pendant and it’s color through the décor.

The typical black, white and red colors are elegant and symbolic to use on a Titanic Wedding. It’s magical to be inside the Titanic celebrating romance and to portrait a loving couple on the famous Grand Staircase. To celebrate their love with a reception having such a stunning background as is Captain Smith’s painting.

A Grand Staircase Dessert Table is an over the top experience with such a beautiful significance. Red roses were included in the décor and the desserts were not only beautiful and tasty, but they also coordinated with our Titanic color palette.

On the kids table we used all white candy to serve as centerpieces. The table is fun for the young ages with themed water bottles and delicious cookies in every seating. Passports, books and polar bears from the Titanic Museum’s shop complimented this table perfectly.

Vendor Credits:
Venue: Titanic Pigeon Forge
Photography: Kristen Steele Photography
Event Planning and Styling: In Flight Celebrations
Wedding Gown: White Lace & Promises
Groom's Tuxedo: Walker's Formal Wear
Wedding Invitations, Place Cards, Cupcake Toppers and Table Numbers: Wedding Girl
Bouquet and Boutonniere: Flora Organica Designs
Specialty Linens: White Table
Favors: Pamela Smerker Designs
Straw Flags: Go Against The Grain
Cookies: Lori's Place
Edible Cake Flowers and Cupcake Toppers: Edible Details

CHALLENGE GUIDELINES . . .
color palette: red, orange and brown
theme: bridal shower or wedding

 It's time for the 2nd submission of the October Wedding Vendor Challenges. Today's team consisted of so many amazing vendors including Tina of Weddings by Tina, photos by Kelly Freedman Photography and all the paper goods are by DBY invitations. And, there's even etsy artists that came on board for this shoot . . . The Caramel Jar and The Frosted Petticoat. Plus, even more vendors are listed below. Oh, and be sure to look closely at the floral arrangement - you just might spy some kiwi fruit :)

I will now let Tina explain the ideas and concept behind this elegant inspiration . . .

The theme was chosen in part because the 100th anniversary of the sailing of the Titanic is coming this spring. The thought of incredible luxury, with the deep colored furniture velvets, elegantly patterned wrought iron work, silky fabrics and daily afternoon tea as well as first class dinners was an inspiration for the fall tones and English High Tea bridal shower.

The invitation border pattern was designed by digitizing a photograph of a surviving first class salon mirror.  In place of the reflective glass sits the invitation to 'travel' in honor of the bride and groom, who will be journeying into their future together. The White Star line logo was used to tie the theme into the handmade caramel 'sweet treats' box labels as well as the luncheon menus.

The table number background (as well as the matching 'Sweets Salon' sign) uses a digitized fireplace grate image behind a door texture. The table number was inspired by the stateroom door plaques. To round it all out – dual sided ‘boarding passes’ with handmade chocolate keys take guests to their 'stateroom' table to enjoy good food and great company while celebrating the bride.

Vendor Credits:
Wedding and Event Planner: Weddings by Tina
Photography: Kelly Freedman Photography
Invitations and Paper Goods: Kasey of DBY invitations
Florals: Arjan, Flowers & Herbs
Caramels: Nicole of The Caramel Jar
Chocolates: The Frosted Petticoat
Rentals: Celebration Party Equipment Rentals
Baked Goods: Judy of True Confections

If you are are vendor and are interested in signing up for challenges
starting again in January, please let me know, I'd love to have you.