My Inspiration Board
December 12th, 2007 @ 9:32 am by Mrs. Cupcake
I have really been wanting to create an inspiration board for my wedding. I have been collecting photos since day one (well, er, before day one!), and I was ready to put everything together to see if I like the direction things are going in. I spent some time getting all the images together in a QuarkXPress layout. I have been worried that the colors won’t be vivid enough, or that they’ll be too vivid and not classy enough, or everything won’t represent my “vintage charm meets modern whimsy” theme quite enough, but now that I have my inspiration board together I’m confident that I’m happy with where things are going!
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I’ll be honest — a lot of the images were collected before I thought about crediting sources; I’m going to try to get as many as I can at some point!
A few things I’ll point out:
- The ring towards the top left is my ring from A. Jaffe. I don’t have to worry about what band to choose to go with it, because A. Jaffe already makes one! Check!
- The blue dress towards the bottom left is the latest bridesmaid’s dress that I found; it is an Alfred Sung creation. I normally don’t like halters, but something about this halter is done in a more retro/vintage way, and I think the dress is just charming. It would go perfectly with everything else that I am imagining. It is a new 2007 style, and the style number/color options are not yet listed on the website. It is shown online in an icy blue color, but with the magic of photoshop I made it a lovely peacock blue. If I’m lucky, they’ll offer something similar to this, or perhaps a nice purple jewel-tone?
- The photobooth at the top right represents an extra that I’d reeeaaaaaaalllly like to have at the reception; I am still working on talking my mom into that one!
What do you think about my board? Is there anything you’ve seen out there in wedding world that you think would be an excellent addition to it?
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16 Responses to “My Inspiration Board”
This is probably the nicest I’ve seen! Beautiful!
These could be the perfect vintage looking shoe to go with your dresses.
http://www.piperlime.com/browse/product.do?cid=37075&pid=541603&scid=541603012
Pretty! My colors are purple and green as well; I was inspired by irises, one of my favorite flowers.
wow that’s gorgeous! the colors are beautiful - looks lush and classy yet also natural and inviting. can’t wait to see it come together with your plans and projects!
Wow I thought I was the only one left in the world who still uses Quark. Lovely inspiration board! And by clicking on the Quark link, you reminded me to upgrade from 7.3 to 7.31 so thank you!
I love the button inspiration. So cute!
Very pretty, it def caught my attention!
wow, your board is so refreshing!
You are I are thinking on the same wavelength. I have some of the same pictures stored in my computer that you have on your inspiration board!
I’m looking forward to more of your ideas! Great work, Miss Cupcake!
loooove it, Ms. Cupcake. I am having a photobooth. We are not telling anyone about it (besides bmaids) because of our fear that the parents will think it is “weird”. It is in the misc section of our budget, and it has slid past so far. JUST DO IT!!!! 
Thanks for the compliments, everyone! I’ve gone through lots of color schemes and “themes” (although I hate to use that label!), and I finally feel happy with the progression of things! I’m sure I’ll change my mind a few more times, but I’ll be sure to keep you all in the loop
Yup, I still use Quark, but am starting to transition to InDesign — we had to use Quark at my last job because we did a lot of pre-press and our software didn’t get along with InDesign…. but my new job is strictly Adobe-driven so I’m jumping on the InDesign bandwagon!!!
ooh! i adore your board. the purples and soft greens looks fantastic together! ceci new york makes some purple letterpress stationery that is in your theme. third one down in this post:
http://www.elizabethannedesigns.com/blog/2007/10/30/ceci-new-york/
just in case you need some invite inspiration!
I love your inspiration board! Might be my favorite so far 
I especially love the hairstyle in the middle left of the board….so pretty!
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Mrs. Cupcake, Philadelphia
Age and Occupation: 27, Graphic Designer
Fiance's Age and Occupation: 29, Construction Project Manager
Engagement Date: February 10, 2007
Wedding Date: September, 2008
Blogging Since: December 7, 2007
Venue: The Desmond Hotel in Malvern, PA
About Me: Mr. Cupcake and I hit it off at a Halloween party and immediately began a long-distance relationship. After two years, he moved to my neck of the woods, and a year and a half after that, he proposed at the “place we fell in love.” I am a true perfectionist who enjoys designing and creating more work for myself, so wedding planning is my perfect outlet. Mr. Cupcake and I are both old souls, and we hope to weave that aspect of our personalities into our wedding day.
Excellent Job!!! Very pretty… but of course the eye candy is A+ your a graphic designer
I havent used Quark in years… im an Indesign junkie now. You should try it if you haven’t already.
Can’t wait to read more…