I love, love, love inspiration boards. I don’t know how people plan weddings without one. For me, it was indispensable. I’m pretty sure that without having a clear cut, readily accessible place to keep all my ideas, our wedding would have been one hot-ass mess. I even printed my board out when I went to find ribbon, flowers, etc.!
That said, obviously I’m big on having an overall vision. I like cohesion. I like to know where everything is going, if you will. Judging by my past here on the ’bee, I always have been.
That said, one of my most favorite post-wedding series are the “inspiration vs. reality” posts. I absolutely love seeing how brides pulled everything together to create a wedding based on their inspiration. Mrs. Peep Toe’s wedding was bright and festive, Mrs. Sand Dollar had a rustic affair, Mrs. Cheeseburger’s was classy and elegant, and Mrs. Flamingo’s wedding was pure vintage glamour. Oddly enough, I’m at a loss for words to exactly describe our wedding, so I’ll just show you!
Our wedding inspiration:
Photos via Snippet & Ink / Swatches via 100 Layer Cake
Our wedding reality:
Photos via Jessica Charles Photography / Swatches via 100 Layer Cake
What do you think, hive? Is my reality close to my inspiration? Did/do you use inspiration boards to help with planning?
Nicely done, Rainbow!! I love the execution board even more than the inspiration board.
@mclove: Agreed! Everything came together so beautifully, Rainbow. 
I’ve referenced our inspiration board so many times during the planning process, and can’t wait to make a “reality” board of our own!
perfect translation! my inspiration board is like 10 ppt slides right now… i need to trim it down x_x
I think you did a great job of keeping the overall feel of it while still making it your own! Congrats Rainbow!
Wow, nice job!! Your own board is better than your inspiration board! I think yours reflects your colors and the feel much more clearly.
Just one inspiration board? I may have a problem… I’ve probably put together 5 now, and am in no way done! But I’m sure one day closer to the date I’ll have an all-encompassing I-Board like yours.
I have to agree with the other posters, your board looks better then your inspiration!
These are my favorite kind of posts! I love seeing the inspiration board replicated so closely. I did the same thing for my wedding 
I think yours turned out fabulous, and looks like a dead ringer for your event! Nicely done Rainbow!
beautiful! i feel like we don’t have a cohesive direction, just a bunch of ideas floating around in my head! making a inspiration board seems to be what i needed! thanks!
Wow! That is amazing how close the inspiration came to the actual wedding! Well Done!
STunning!
WOW! I think your reality was way better than your inspiration! The colours are incredible.
This may sound dumb, but how exactly do you make an inspiration board? I’ve seen them online- I think Dessy.com and theknot.com have them all made up. But really, how do I make one? And when I make what should I do with it? How?
Those last 2 questions don’t make any sense. I meant, what should I do with the board once I make it? How do I use it?
I think it looks so good! The colors are spot on!
It honestly looks like your actual board was the inspiration for your inspiration board! How about calling it “Glam Romance?”
Totally nailed it! And I love @Miss Bacon: ‘s idea of “Glam Romance.” Yes.
Mrs. Rainbow, Tampa Age and Occupation: 22, Makeup Artist Fiance's Age and Occupation: 25, Electrical Engineer/Programmer Engagement Date: November 27, 2008 Wedding Date: May 2010 Venue: The Gamble Plantation About Me: I'm a quirky (and slightly Type-A) freelance makeup artist who was born in Washington State, raised in Alabama, and now living with my one and only in sunny Florida. I'm fashion and beauty obsessed, and have recently discovered my inner domestic diva extraordinaire. I'm a wannabe chef, decorating addict, and trying desperately to be as crafty as possible---albeit only with a glue gun. I'm hopelessly in love with my fiance, and all things sparkly and feathery. Despite the glittery exterior, I'm a total hippie on the inside. When I'm not making up pretty faces, I love doing what I can to help people, animals, and the environment. Someday the FI and I will change the world, but first we're tackling our modern-vintage-Marie-Antoinette-meets-Alice-in-Wonderland inspired wedding. I just can't wait to be Mrs. Rainbow!
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