What Type of Wedding you Should Have According to your Zodiac Sign

We know about the specific characteristics of each astrological sign, but how might that relate to your wedding? Here are some suggestions for what type of wedding you may want, according to your sign.  

 

If you’re a fire sign… (Aries, Leo, Sagittarius)

You want an edgy wedding! Anything unique that makes a statement (like black lipstick) is right up your alley, especially when it comes to your wedding. You love to spread joy and energize others, so you probably also want a big wedding! This type of wedding is the kind that people never forget. 

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If you’re an earth sign… (Capricorn, Taurus, Virgo)

You dream about a traditional, elegant wedding. You want the veil and the white dress, and lots of roses! In your opinion, bridesmaids should all wear the same color dress, and weddings shouldn’t be do-it-yourself craft experiments. Your wedding will be a perfectly planned, magical experience for everyone, and your photos will be beautiful. 

 

If you’re an air sign… (Libra, Gemini, Aquarius)

 

You want a colorful wedding! The more creative, the better. At your wedding, there will be a lot of wooden structures to compliment the vibrant variety of flowers. Even the bridesmaids dresses will be bright! You love anything creative and playful, so your wedding is the perfect way to bring these ideas to life. 

If you’re a water sign… (Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces)

You want an intimate, minimalist wedding! For you, weddings aren’t so much about the production. Your wedding will be all about the people you’re with. You may not have any crazy flowers or decorations (though of course you want some!), but the modest feel will make your wedding such a personal experience. 

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Want to read more about weddings? Check out our blog for inspiration.

 

Written by Emma Brandt

Trending Greenery Wall Ideas for your Wedding

Greenery walls are such a fun photo backdrop, but what are some unique ways to spice it up?

Photo by Kylie Marie Photography

Putting a couch in front of the wall is perfect for posing in photos!! And putting flowers up adds such a natural touch.

Photo by Katie Wilson

NEON SIGNS!! We can’t get over how amazing this looks, especially in the dim lights. Such a perfect photo backdrop, and the extra hanging greenery adds even more dimension. 

Hello wedding cake backdrop!! If you’re looking for a unique background for your cutting-the-cake photos, this is the perfect place! 

Photo by Sabrina Fields

Loving this “Mr. & Mrs.” sign! There really are endless possibilities of what you can do with a greenery wall. From a wooden sign, to red flowers, to a cake table, everything looks good here!

 

Written by Emma Brandt

Seasonal Wedding Color Schemes

Fall – Rust, Sage, Cream, and Gold

Photo by Danielle Dziedzic Photography

For a fall wedding, rusty red and sage green are the perfect colors to create that autumn leaf feel. Adding gold accents enhances this fall color scheme, making it feel like you’re in a fall wonderland! 

Winter – Forest Green, Maroon, Silver, and White

Photo by Becca Grimm Photography

If you’re getting married in the winter, cooler colors are definitely the way to go. Using a pure white instead of ivory will look amazing with silver. Cooler shades of maroon and green will match perfectly, especially if there’s snow in the background!

Spring – Peach, Rose Gold, Cream, Yellow

Photo by Ag Photography

When we think of spring, we think of soft, warm colors. Pairing a peachy orange with cream and warm yellow accents creates such a colorful feel, without being too bright. Rose gold will compliment these colors beautifully! 

Summer – Sage, Purple, Ivory, and Salmon

Photo by Kylie Marie Photography

For a summer wedding, adding a bright colors to shades of green creates such a playful, natural feel. Salmon is such a warm, summery color! And ivory would bring out the warm tones of the other colors.

 

Written by Emma Brandt

Ten Tips for a Perfect Summer Wedding

Thinking of getting married in the summer?? Here are some tips that could save you from a heat disaster! 

  1. Dress for the weather! Make sure you and your wedding party aren’t wearing anything too hot if you’re going to be outside!
  2. Take photos early! This way you won’t be stuck outside during the hottest part of the day.
  3. Wear sunscreen under your makeup! If you’re taking photos outside, you don’t want to get burned before you have to walk down the aisle

    Photo by Katie Wilson
  4. Make sure there’s space in the shade so your guests don’t get too hot… or burned!
  5. Start planning early and be flexible! Summer weddings are high in demand, so make sure you’re thinking ahead.
  6. Choose a venue with both indoor and outdoor space (like The Rutherford!). This way, you can enjoy the sunshine without getting too hot. 
  7. Keep the weather in mind when choosing your food. No one wants to eat hot soup in the summer heat!
  8. Plan your makeup accordingly! Avoid liquid makeup that might melt off in the sun. EVERYTHING should be waterproof!!

    Photo by Lanterns and Feathers Photography
  9. Don’t forget about fans. If your ceremony is outside, try to get some strong fans to blow on your guests!
  10. Stay hydrated!! Drink water all day, especially if you’re outside a lot. This will help to save your energy and even to cool down!

Hope this helps you to plan your summer wedding! You can never be too prepared! 

 

Written by Emma Brandt 

Third Time’s the Charm: A Rescheduled COVID-19 Wedding

Imagine planning your wedding for over a year, spending hundreds of hours picking out floral arrangements and bridesmaids dresses and decorations, only to be forced to postpone this carefully organized day… twice! Imagine the excitement and relief when you can finally have your dream wedding a year later.

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COVID-19 has been hard on everyone these past few years, including those who had been planning for a wedding. Jenna and Todd wanted to have their wedding over a year ago, but because of COVID complications, they weren’t able to get married until last Sunday.

They had planned to have their ceremony outside, in the beautiful courtyard, but of course there was a tropical storm! Fortunately, because The Rutherford has space for both an indoor and outdoor ceremony, they were able to hold out hope for a sunny wedding until the day before. Even though it ended up being inside, the decorations and florals were still stunning, and the brick walls made a perfect background for all their photos.

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Weddings never go as planned, and this one was no exception. But no matter how many plans we had to change, their wedding day was still magical and seamless. We were able to be flexible and accommodate everything that came up, and everyone appreciated having both an indoor and outdoor option. At The Rutherford, there’s nothing that we love more than making everything as perfect as possible for our couples on their special day. Flexibility, especially now, is one of our most important roles.

 

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Planner: Jennifer Dennis Monts – Love This Little City Events

Floral: Greg Foster

Music: DJ Tambition

Baker: Chelle Chelles

Bar: Southern Libations

Catering: Mike & Jeff’s BBQ

Photographer: Kelli McAbee

 

Written by Emma Brandt

3 Ways to Keep Guests Entertained During Your Reception

One wedding trend that we’re excited to see continue into 2020 is reception entertainment. While dancing is still the highlight of the evening, it’s fun to change it up and add in a few extras to spice up the night!

A Few of Our Favorites

Photo Booth

Help your guests remember the night with a photo booth! Selfie booths have become popular in the past few years and you can either have printed or digital options for your guest to keep. Customize it even more with a frame or filter just for your night!

DiPietro Photography

Interactive Food Station

Guests take their food seriously, especially if a long night of dancing and celebrating are ahead. Interactive and customizable food always excite and amuse people.

Some of our favorite caterers have A-MAZ-ING food options

  • Good Life Catering offers a made-to-order grilled cheese station and a liquid nitrogen ice cream sundae bar!
  • Chef 360 has a Mashed and Smashed Potato Bar.
  • And if you’re in the mood for pizza, Coastal Crust uses their food truck at weddings—which we love to see in our courtyard!
The Rutherford | Interactive Food
DiPietro Photography

Late Night Food

Keep people happy with late-night food. Pizza, French fries, and doughnuts are all popular options. Bringing your favorite food is also another way to add a unique touch to your wedding (Bite Squad delivery?) Maybe even throw in a coffee bar so people have the energy to keep dancing all night long!

For some incredible local options, check out Chef 306’s After Burner menu. Yes, you read that right—breakfast for dinner!

The Rutherford | Late Night Bites

What are you thinking about serving for your wedding?

– Audrey

Selfies with Brides

One of the fun traditions the owner of the Rutherford, Yasha has, is taking selfies with every bride!

In general, Yasha is pretty much the selfie queen. So it’s no surprise that when the Rutherford opened two years ago, Yasha started a tradition of taking selfies with all of the brides.

During the Rutherford’s first wedding season, Kaycee Hines’ wedding kicked off the month of May. It was only natural that she and Kaycee took a photo together.

From there, it just took off as a must-do on our event checklist. If Yasha knows she can’t be at the actual wedding, she’ll take on with couples during a planning meeting the week before. 

We love to become a part of a couple’s story and see all the planning and fun they have on their wedding day, and think of these selfies as a way to reminisce on all the excitement from their event.

Courtyard – Spotlight

Our best kept secret.  The Rutherford Courtyard.

We’re a little biased, but our outdoor space is our favorite—especially this time of the year! From wedding ceremonies to the reception, there are so many ways we’ve seen the space utilized and wanted to share a few of our favorites.

Continue reading “Courtyard – Spotlight”

The Rutherford – Quick Tips for Photo Ops

With all of the different elements at the Rutherford, photos can be taken in the style that fits your aesthetic.

Brick Room Windows

A fan-favorite spot for stunning and elegant photos is in our upstairs brick room. With the original hardwood floors, a brick backdrop, and tons of natural light from the almost-floor-to-ceiling windows, it’s no wonder that so many brides choose to have their photos taken here.

Brick Venue
Red Apple Tree Photography

Under the Lights

One of our favorite parts of receptions is when couples sneak away for a few shots under the lights. There’s just something about that post-wedding glow that makes these photos even more special and intimate.

Courtyard Bridal couple
Mathew Pautz Photography

The Greenery Wall

Our green wall is one of the most versatile spots for photo-ops! We’ve seen it used as a cake table background, an accent wall, and a place for some of those first kisses. Seeing how clients customize it always inspires us!

wedding cake table
Emily Bolt Photography

 

Be sure to ask our planning team for ideas for your special day!

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The Herticas + Their Sweet Day

On May 18th, 2018, I got to experience working my first wedding at the Rutherford.  I arrived at the venue while the reception was still being set up and managed to catch a glimpse of the decorations before the guests began to arrive. This couple’s vibe was very classically southern.

First Impressions

The Herticas are high school sweethearts, and the great thing about this wedding  was that whether or not you knew them well, you could figure this out on your own. For the cocktail hour, they placed several tall tables around the bar.  On each table sat a picture frame holding a photo of a memory from their relationship.  From their high school prom, to their first vacation, to when they bought their first house, they wanted to allow their guests to see as many special moments from their relationship as possible.

It’s all in the details.

I loved all of the small personal details that they incorporated into the space. They created personalized street signs with their names on them to say “Jake Junction” and “Tara Trail” that sat at the entrance of the dining room. Instead of a guest book they placed a wooden letter “H” on a table and placed a sign above it that said “Sign our love letter”. This was one of the many examples of them taking traditions and giving them cute twists. They chose a 1955 Chevrolet truck that had been converted into a wood fire pizza kitchen to cater their reception. They wanted the children attending the reception to have something to play with, so they attached bells, ribbon, and lace to wooden sticks for the children to wave around while dancing.

Coastal Crust Pizza
Coastal Crust Pizza

Standing Out.

The most unique thing about this wedding was the groom’s cake. The bride and groom’s favorite place to eat was Hooter’s, and they wanted to find a way to incorporate this into their wedding day. One of the ways they did this was by having Hooter’s cater wings to their reception, the other was by dedicating the groom’s cake to the restaurant. The groom’s cake was made at Couture Cakes, and was shaped like the body of a Hooter’s girl and was wearing a Hooter’s uniform. This was a very creative way to include one of their shared interests on their wedding day. One of my favorite touches was their tribute to their lost loved ones. They dedicated a table to the family members that had passed too soon to see them wed. There were pictures of these family members scattered on top of the table, with a plaque in the middle that read “We know you’d be here today if heaven weren’t so far away.”

The Groom’s Cake

This wedding was a wonderful, family-friendly event. It definitely had a sweet and intimate vibe. It was truly an honor to be involved in the Hertica’s special day, and this experience has definitely left me excited for the next time I get to work on a wedding. 

Best, 

KV