There's nothing I love more than good ole' tradition, trends, weddings, and Southern hospitality.
Sure, not everyone considers Florida to be the deep dirty south, but that doesn't stop me from knowing a thing or two about Southern elegance and tradition.
So put on your seersucker dress, your Jack Rogers, and your pearls, and listen up to these five wedding trends that make your guests say "Bless your heart".
1. Bury that bourbon
Tradition states that if you bury a bottle of bourbon upside down in the spot you will be getting married one month before the wedding, that it will be clear skies and sunshine for your big day! The plus side, besides sunny skies, you get to enjoy that bottle after the ceremony. So what are you waiting for? Grab that shovel and get to diggin'!
2. Monogram it all!
The options are endless for monogram...in my opinion. From wearing your new monogram as a necklace after the ceremony to monogramming your bridal party's 'get ready' attire to even adding your married monogram to your wedding cake, the options just keep coming!
3. Classic cocktails
This is wear you can really get creative to put your own Southern twist on the bar! Perhaps you want to stay with the classic Mint Julep, or maybe you want to spice it up and add a spin to the Arnold Palmer. Anything cold and delicious, your guests are sure to love!
4. Bold Floral linens
Like any true Southerner, I know you love a good pattern. So why not add it to your big day? If you're thinking that pattern throughout an entire reception space is going to be too much, than perhaps just touches; the sweetheart table, a few of the guest tables, or even just have the linens on high tops at cocktail hour.
5. Country cooking
Mmm. I can smell it now, good ole' country cooking. There's just nothing better to share with the ones you love on your big day than warm and tasty catered home style cooking. Pass the biscuits, anyone?