Umbrella Themed Bridal Shower

Happy Halloween!  We cannot believe November is coming tomorrow, which sadly marks the end of our wedding season this year.  We saw so many of our friends tie the knot, so it was a summer to remember.  Now that wedding season is wrapping up, it is time to start planning all those bridal showers taking place next spring.  Oh, how we love showering brides with beautiful gifts and lovely houseware. Showers can get a little repetitive at times, so we encourage you to think of creative themes fit for your bride to be.  One of our favorite themes we have seen recently is Spring Showers.  You can easily pull inspiration from all these pretty ideas, including feminine umbrellas, pastel raindrops, and white fluffy clouds.

Aren't those ideas just darling?  We especially love the paper cloud straws and the umbrellas sticking out of the hydrangea centerpieces.  Those would be great DIY projects for the snowy days ahead.  

Did these photos spark your imagination?  We would love to hear your ideas too!

invite and games | cupcakes | sweets table | cloud paper straws | centerpiece | umbrella drink stirrers

Detroit's Fox Theatre Engagement Session

There is nothing like a beautiful fall day in Downtown Detroit.  The crisp autumn air, the charming old buildings, and of course, a couple in love.  This engagement session took place at the Fox Theatre, where those intricate gold doors took center state.  The bride and groom-to-be kept things casual in jeans and sweaters, which was perfect for the sunny afternoon.

The Fox Theatre is a historic gem in Detroit, where only 6 couples get married a year.  If you are lucky enough to have this as your venue, you will have access to the gorgeous Grand Staircase and can even exchange I Dos on the iconic stage.  Packages start around $150 per person.  Interested? Then check out this stunning wedding I stumbled upon by Jess + Nate Studios.

That wedding looks like something out of a story book.  Be sure to visit Jess + Nate to see other magical moments from the wedding.

Today's post shows how we are constantly blown away by what Detroit has to offer.  Whether you are looking for a space to shoot your engagement photos or a location for your reception, there are breathtaking venues and backdrops everywhere.

Welcome to Inspired I Dos

We are so excited to welcome you to our new blog INSPIRED I DOs, your go-to-guide for inspiring your happily ever after.  We blog about everything from after you say Yes!... until you say I Do!  We share pretty photos and tons of information about engagements, bridal showers, event planning, and all the fun festivities leading up to your big day.  Some of our favorite posts include inspiration boards, photos from our own weddings, DIY tutorials, and photo galleries from real brides.  Even though we are no longer brides, we absolutely love all the romance, pretty details, and happiness that weddings bring.

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