Symbolism in Gracyn’s Chapel
“On October 24, I messaged my friends back home and said “I’ve got to share with you my most favorite part about weddings: Symbolism!” I proceeded to give them a short run down on my take of your absolutely stunning venue there in New Boston. I’m no expert in these things but I do have a fondness for the meaning behind shapes and numbers and images – I’m convinced you do too. Even if you couldn’t say why you were drawn to these numbers and shapes, you intrinsically seemed to know. Here is what I found your venue to say through geometry and numbers:
First we begin with the doors. Of course they open as TWO. You would not have a single door to the chapel. Why? Because One is whole, complete and forever alone. Two doors represent the duplicity of male and female but also their balance. After all, we stand on two feet, reach with two hands, see with two eyes and hear with two ears. Two is the first even number. It represents the partnership that is about to come together. Traditionally the number 2 is considered feminine which is perfect for the bride who elegantly walks through these two doors and down towards her perfect opposite who awaits her at the front of the chapel.
As she walks down the aisle, there above the bride lay THREE beams over her head. 3 is a rather magical number. We get a sense of completion with the number three. Our fairy tales grant three wishes and we even count down to three when giving a child a chance to escape trouble. The first odd number and often considered male, three stands for the Trinity, Father, Son and Holy Ghost. It represents Wisdom, Understanding and Knowledge, birth, life and death and even virgin, mother and crone. These three beams stand as a testament to the bride’s life as she walks down the aisle. With all her family and friends looking on, they stand as witness to her past, present and future. Such a simple act of walking down a path to the front of the congregation is emotional not just because this woman is so beautiful but because it is symbolic of the girl she was and the woman she is now, and will become.
After stepping up TWO steps (how poetic) the bride and groom have come together about to be made one inside the number SIX. The chapel is cut out into an uneven HEXAGON where the soon to be couple now stand on stage. This is where the symbolism really takes off! Six is the perfect number. God created the world in 6 days. The multiplication of the number 2 and 3, the even and the odd, creates the number six making it the universal number for love. 6 can be split into two 3s. Three as we have already described, is a very magical number. Three makes a triangle. Two triangles make six points which form the Star of David. The star represents the old saying “As above so below”. How wonderful a statement when joining two people together under heaven here on earth! Six is universally known to be the number of marriage, union and perfection. It represents structure and order the same way a honey bee who walks on six legs and makes hexagons out of wax represents symmetry. The hexagon forms the “Flower of Life” which represents the union of everything. In summary, you have the couple standing in the most ancient symbolic shape of love, union and marriage - how perfect can you get!?
Oh but then we look past that first hexagon and we see much more clearly a PENTAGON. The number FIVE stands for all things human. 2+3=5 or when 2 (feminine) marries 3 (male) they create 5. This makes the number five the universal number for reproduction and life. We as humans have five fingers, five toes and when spreading out our limbs, we make five points. Humans have 5 vital organs and 5 senses. 5 is the number for man, so what does it mean to have a pentagon inside of a hexagon for a wedding? To me, this represents the couple’s place on this earth. As humans we are embraced by love and perfection. It surrounds us as the hexagon does over the pentagon. Under the love of 6, man (3) and woman (2) come together and marry (5), producing life!
Which leads us to yet another hexagon, the final shape in the chapel. This hexagon is the most obvious and the most pronounced of shapes. You actually have this hexagon decorated and it stands center stage. Of all the shapes you could have chosen, why this shape? Why six? This is my favorite piece because for this hexagon to stand inside of the pentagon, it pronounces boldly that as 2 and 3 marry one another and become 5 they create within themselves 6, the number of love and perfection. When I look toward the stage I see the first hexagon representing God in his perfection and love encircling the man and woman who are represented by the pentagram. But the man and woman have within them an even bolder and pronounced love that is being shown through by the hexagon inside the pentagon. They have come together to make God’s love evident through their own love. All of that is being said through these shapes and numbers!
Now, as fantastic as it is to see this symbolism, it delighted me just as much to not be able to find other shapes or numbers. You didn’t use any shapes past the number 6. A very wise move. After all, 6 is the perfect number for a wedding. Also, 7 is the number for virginity which is definitely not a number you want at a wedding! We count to six and that’s as far as it goes for good reason. 1 is not seen here because as I noted before, it is the loneliest number. The only other number we are missing is FOUR. Where is it? Where is the SQUARE? 4 represents the earth, foundations, and the four elements (water, earth, air and fire). The cross is also made up by the number 4 giving it the added meaning of protection. These things are all very important but are not very “fun” when compared to the other numbers. Leaving it out may have seemed the obvious choice. Only, you didn’t leave 4 out. You recognized its importance. You left 4 out of the chapel and instead had a square waiting for everyone to receive it OUTSIDE. This was so beautiful. Foundation and protection can be found in our family and when outside of the chapel, a place of unity and magic and love, the bride and groom step out and are celebrated by four. Yes, family can be a bit boxed in, stuck in their ways and unexciting but family gives every person their footing. Family acts as a person’s security and shelter just like how a four walled building stands as our home. I stood right next to the metal square you had standing on the patio as me and the rest of the family stood cheering Allie and Micah on for a kiss. I could not have planned that more beautifully myself.
The symbolism, the numerology and the placement of each shape was done to perfection and it moved me to write you this letter. I hope this brings you joy as it did me. If anyone ever asks you why you chose two doors to the chapel rather than one, or why there is a hexagon on the chapel stage or why a metal square stands proudly on the patio, I hope you can smile gracefully at their unawareness and share with them just a glimpse of the magic you have beaming in your venue. “
-Kilah Liles
Fall Mood Boards
Forget spooky season, it’s WEDDING SEASON! October is THE wedding month and my personal favorite time of the year - FALL. Here are three mood boards as inspiration for your fall wedding! This year the trend is BOHO and I have two words for you : pampas grass! What I love about the bohemian style is that you can put any twist on it to make it fit your vibe. It’s your wedding.. so have fun with it and match it to your personality!
Romantic + Bohemian
Moody + Traditional
Bohemian + Eclectic
5 Ideas to make your Summer Wedding so much Cooler
Let’s be honest, this Texas heat is downright disrespectful… but here are 5 ideas to cool off your guests at your summer wedding and give them a night to remember!
Pictures provided by pinterest.
A relief station. Texas mosquitos are a breed of their own and your guests will be so thankful to have access to some bug spray. You can also add hand sanitizer in there because well, covid.
Frose or Margarita Bar. Now we’re talking.. Who doesn’t love a margarita bar?? It is the perfect way keep your guests happy and cool!
Fans. You can turn your programs into fans or use something cute like this! I’ve also seen couples give out personalized hats or umbrellas as party favors, which is so cool!
Cotton Candy Stand. This one won’t necessarily cool off your guests, but when I think of summer I think of Pioneer Days. AKA, the hottest festival of the year Aug 18-21. How can you go to the festival and NOT get cotton candy?? We also have a Cotton Candy Cart coming soon to Texarkana! Go check out The Sugar Puff TXK on social media for updates! (This cart is not Sugar Puff’s but it will be just as sweet)
Snow Cone Stand. But wait, there’s more! Cactus Cones provides snow cones (with flavors such as wedding cake) and iced coffee! They can set up anywhere and everything I have tasted has been absolutely refreshing. You can reach out to them to book or contact me for their information!
Giving the Bride Away
In honor of Father’s Day, I did a little research and found the reason why it is tradition for the father to walk the bride down the aisle. It is a little sexist, but the tradition comes from the era when women were owned by men. It is the symbol of transferring the ownership of the bride from her father to her new husband.
Although this can leave a sour taste in your mouth, I believe it can also symbolize the confirmation that the bride’s family trusts the groom to provide, protect, and honor their daughter. A father-daughter relationship is a bond like no other. No one in this world can love a girl more than her father. So it actually quite poetic for the father (or father figure) to walk by his daughter’s side on her big day and to hand her over to her soon to be husband.
Cute Bridesmaid Proposals under $20
Now that you’ve got your man, it’s time to start thinking about the tribe to stand by your side!
I’ve found 5 different ways to ask your girls to be a bridesmaid and they are all under $20! Who doesn’t love Amazon! Click on the picture to start shopping!
These scrunchies are so cute and something your bridesmaid will use before and after the wedding. $12.99 for 7!
Who doesn’t love a dainty bracelet? $14.99 for 6!
Here is another cute and dainty bracelet with the script hidden on the inside! They also have one for your maid of honor. $10/bracelet
For all of my wine lovers out there! This would be so cute on a champagne bottle. “Pop the champagne, she’s changing her last name” $10.95 for 8!
I mean honestly, you can never have too many makeup bags! $19.99 for 4!
Whatever you get them, they are going to love it and be honored to be a part of your special day!
Unique Wedding Guest Book Ideas
Let’s be honest.. Where does your guest book go after the wedding? Ours is in a storage container somewhere in my parent’s attic. (Sorry Mom)
There has been a trend going on for wedding guest book ideas that aren’t actually books .. and I am here for it!
The guest book is a wedding detail that you can personalize and really add some character to your wedding!
I’ve rounded up a few ideas off of Pinterest for you to see, but I encourage you to take the idea and make it your own. Be creative and have fun with it! This might even be something your groom can help with 🖤
For all of my travel junkies out there, this one is perfect for you
How fun is this for a guest book? We LOVE playing cornhole! Every time you play, you would reminisce of your wedding day
Okay this is a book, but still.. I love the idea of being able to look through and see each and every guest that attended your wedding
Jordan and Tanner had something like this at their wedding last weekend and it was such a hit! Their guests loved the idea!
Last, but not least - signing a Bible and highlighting their favorite verse. We’ve had several couples do this and I think it is so special. Of course, I always sign it at Ephesians 4:15
Memorial Day - Honoring Those We Love On Our Wedding Day
“Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal”
Wedding Days are one of the happiest days of our life. Although it can be difficult to create a memory without a loved one present, honoring them on your wedding day can bring you peace knowing they are smiling down on you.
I’ve found a few options on how to honor those who have selflessly put our country first and fought for our freedom. Today and everyday we thank them for our service.
Now here are ways to honor them and allow them to be apart or your wedding day:
All images were found on Pinterest
Tips when shopping for your Wedding Dress
Partnering with Gracyn Elizabeth Bride, we have hosted several VIB’s! They are so much fun and make wedding dress shopping a breeze. To make the experience even better, we have gotten together and come up with a few tips and tricks!
Style your hair like you would on your Wedding Day. This will make it easier to envision what you will look like on the day of!
Bring the undergarments you would wear on the big day with you. You know, the ones that suck you in the right places. Some brides have even left the appointment to run over to the mall to grab some real quick.
Go into the appointment with an open mind. We have seen time and time again brides walking in saying they want sleeves or don’t want strapless. Then they walk out with the dress of their dreams that was completely opposite of what they thought they would love.
Don’t stress about the dress size. Bridal sizing is completely different than normal clothes. So don’t get in your own head about the size of the dress. Focus more on what makes you feel good.
Remove your bra when trying on dresses. Most bridal gowns have great structure and foundation. Bras are not usually needed. Breast enhancement can also be added to the dress through alterations.
Why it is Good Luck if it Rains on your Wedding Day
I checked the weather forecast for the week and apparently it is supposed to rain for 40 days and 40 nights.. Okay, that is a bit of an exaggeration, but you get the point. I know how stressful it can be to depend on the weather for your wedding, but I recently discovered the reason why it is good luck if it rains on your wedding day!
Getting married is also referred to as “tying the knot”. Well, when you tie a knot in rope, if it gets wet, it is more difficult to untie. Therefore, when it rains on your wedding day, it is a sign that your marriage will become stronger!
So, future brides - stress no more about it raining on your wedding day! Not only will it bring good luck, but pictures are so much prettier when there is an overcast! I found a few off of Pinterest that are absolutely breathtaking!
Found on Pinterest. photo by Cody & Allison Photography
Found on Pinterest. photo by Olguin Photography
Found on Pinterest. photo by Van Middleton
Found on Pinterest. photo by Sam Hugh Photography
This one is my favorite. Found Pinterest. photo by Taylor Lenci
Wedding Shower Outfit Ideas
I went around town to the different boutiques and found beautiful dresses for bride’s to wear for their wedding shower! If you know me, you know amazon is my best friend, but I cannot stress how important it is to SHOP LOCAL.
When you shop local, you're making a personal investment in your neighborhood and community.... Money is kept in the community because locally-owned businesses often purchase from other local businesses, service providers, and farms. Purchasing local helps grow other businesses as well as our region's tax base. By shopping local, you are helping a family grow their business and you are helping your community. Bonus, the local boutiques in our area have the cutest outfits for you! Click on the photos below and start shopping!
Gypsy Waltz is an online clothing boutique based out of New Boston. Dana is the owner and a dear friend of mine. She loves what she does, and it shows! Also, how cute is this model!! Chandler is a bride to be getting married at Four Fifteen Estates in September!
Luna Boutique will forever hold a special place in my heart. It is the same place I got my bridal shower outfit from yeeeearrrrs ago. They are located in Texarkana and have amazing deals!
The Rancher’s Wife! When you walk into the beautiful boutique, it is a whole vibe. The girls working there are incredibly sweet and helpful. They are located in Texarkana, but also have store fronts in Terrell and Canton.
Lastly, we have L & B’s Boutique located in Maud. Who would have thought Maud would ever have a boutique, but they are killing it. It is a small shop, but filled with cute clothing and shoppers. This sweet little shopper let me take her picture! Thank you Jessie!
Of course I had to get a little something from each boutique because everything was so beautiful! Soooo… that means I am doing a giveaway of everything I got! Whether you are a bride, know a bride, or want to be a bride - anyone and everyone can enter! To win this cute little bridal boutique package, share the blog on Facebook! I will announce the winner on our one month anniversary May 15th!
Advice from a Bride to a Bride
I have asked my previous brides (yes, two) to give some advice for your wedding day. This is what they have come up with:
Enjoy every single moment, because once its over you will be wishing that it wasn’t
Soak it all in.. the whole day, because it will be a blur
Bring card games to play with your girls while getting ready
Eat and drink water while getting ready because you won’t have time during the reception
Before leaving the bridal suite, make sure the ring bearer has the rings
Have your girls bring their dresses and shoes the night before to make sure they have everything
If you book a videographer, have them sound record your vows and add them to your wedding video
Before the wedding day, write out a list of all the people you want to take group photos with so you don’t leave anyone out
There will be hiccups, so roll with the punches and take everything in strides
Know that everything will come together!
Styled Photo Shoot - Mary Cyrus Photography
The TEAM
Photography and Creative Direction: Mary Cyrus Photography
Video: Captured by Kelsi
Coordination and Planning: Jade Lux Events and Design
Makeup: Elisa Maria Makeup Artistry
Hair: Master Hair Hero
Dress: Gracyn Elizabeth Bride
Florals: ETX Silk Floral Designs
Catering: The Guilty Pig
Cake: Pop’s Cakes
Tableware: JK Rentals
Stationery: Paper n Peonies
Woodwork: Phillips Forest Products
Signs: Stone House Decor
Models
Bride and Groom- Lithopolis and Queenie Miller
Bridesmaids- Sharmonique Manning and Jaharra Lynn
Cutest dog in the world: Ronon Cyrus
We did it!
Wow! What an eventful weekend! The Grand Opening, Rehearsal, Rehearsal Dinner, and the First Wedding! If you missed the Grand Opening / First Wedding, don’t worry - I have taken a thousand pictures.
Last weekend was a blast and I am so blessed that mostly everything went smoothly. It was a learning experience for sure. For example, boutonniere’s go on the same side as the pocket square.. Who knew? Also, double check that you’ve locked the round tables before putting decorations on them. And even before people are sitting at them. Pro Tip.
Like I said, it was a learning experience, but the first wedding being my brother, I could not have asked for a more perfect weekend. We laughed, we cried happy tears, and we danced the night away. Congratulations Mr. and Mrs. Carlow. I love y’all
Let’s look at a handful of pictures of the venue now that it is 90% finished. I am so excited for all of the weddings coming up who will create memories of their own that will last a lifetime!
The last Construction Update
Welcome Back!
This is our last construction update blog before the Grand Opening on April 15th! (We want y’all to be somewhat surprised at the Grand Opening).
If you are planning to attend, check out our Facebook event to let us know! We want to make sure we have plenty of refreshments for everyone!
Now, let’s check out our progress!
Plants are going in the ground! Landscaping is scheduled to be complete by Wednesday. (There will be sod/grass)
Cleaning up is not as fun, but at least we have a scissor lift! A cleaning crew will be coming soon to help!
The railing upstairs turned out so good! It was not what I had in mind, but Caleb really outdid himself!
Another picture of the awesome railing, but also.. We have speakers and a sound system now. Y’all, we were jamming all weekend long!
We added subway tile to the kitchen and it is looking so fresh, so clean.
In the kitchen, we now have a stove top, double oven, and a food warmer
Another exciting recent purchase - an ice maker!
Last, but certainly not least, FLOORING in Gracyn’s Chapel! It looks beautiful!!
A little close up of the flooring because, I am obsessed. Gracie Girl is coming together.
The Chapel Door
Stained glass was one of the first items we picked out. We even did it before breaking ground on the venue.
It is also something I have been most excited for, because as you know, I love giving each building a little character.
To tie in the old English nursery rhyme - Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blue, we decided to go with a blue color for the stained glass. It is even prettier than I imagined!
Now, y’all know I am a sucker for cool back stories to make the venue even more special. Well this one came out of nowhere. We met with a stained glass specialist, Debbie Hogan, back in the fall. She had no clue where the venue was actually located. She only knew it was North of New Boston somewhere.
Well, after giving her the directions, as she turned off of Hwy 8 and rounded the curve, she almost cried…She lived on the property for the first 5 years of her life!! Is not that the craziest, but coolest thing?!
Below are a few pictures so you can see how BEAUTIFUL it turned out!
Full view of the front door of Gracyn’s Chapel. It turned out so good!
Close up of the stained glass from the outside.
My cutie husband installing the glass.
The view from inside. Obsessed.
Debbie Hogan, the stained glass cutter, former resident lol.
It’s another Construction Update
Happy Monday friends!
We are less than a month away and time is ticking. Yes, we are very stressed, but it is a good stress- right Caleb? =)
A few things that are going right now:
-The fireplace is being built
-The Reception Hall has been textured and has the first coat of paint
-The front doors of The Reception Hall are installed and painted
-The kitchen is starting to look like a kitchen
-Bathroom walls are up
-The accent wall in the Groom’s Loft has been designed
-Round Tables for the Reception Hall have been delivered
-The Bridal Suite furniture will be delivered this week
The front door really completes the sleek look of The Reception Hall. And that pile in the front are the round tables to go inside when ready
View from the sliding kitchen doors. Painting everything white made a huge difference. We didn’t think it was possible, but it looks so much bigger now.
View to the Groom’s Loft. There will be sliding doors up top and railing will be installed soon. The batten strips are for the accent wall upstairs.
View from The Groom’s Loft.
Peep the industrial sink on the floor for the kitchen. That sucker is huge!
Speaking of kitchens, the first coat of paint on the kitchen cabinets
There is a ton of storage space and there will be an island in the middle for caterers to prep food
The men’s restroom. Maybe a boring picture, but hey it’s progress
The Groom’s Loft
The walls have been textured and painted. Once the bridal suite was finished, I have been so excited to get started on The Groom’s Loft and give him some personality.
It is hard to see and I didn’t want to give it all away, but this is the accent wall. It is going to look awesome.
The beginning of a fireplace. One of my favorite parts of the venue. He used some of the original brick to make me happy, but also newer brick to make it safe. The four corner oranger pieces are from the original and have a star in the middle. The final fireplace will be about 9 feet tall.
How to Create your Wedding Guest List
Deciding who to invite or better yet, who is going to get upset about not getting an invite, is the most stressful part when planning your wedding.
I have thought about this for weeks and weeks trying to create a strategy to narrow down the guest list so that it will fit venue occupancy and wedding budget. Aaaaand, I believe I have got it!
So, lets get started!
First, you put together your entire list, anyone and everyone you, your parents, fiance, fiances’ parents can think of to invite to your wedding.
Secondly, you form two lists- the A and B list.
The A list consists of immediate family and close friends. The A list is the list of people who without a doubt will be invited to the wedding.
Then, everyone else goes into the B list.
Now that you have your B list, you take each person and follow the flow diagram below.
This make take several times going through the diagram until you have your final wedding guest list count. I hope this helps and if you have any suggestions on how to make this better, please let me know!
I sent a picture of a scribbled diagram on a piece of paper to my good friend, April Hackney, and she sent this back. She is so talented and can do pretty much anything! (you would believe me if you saw the drawing I sent her).
If you need anyone to create a sign or draw up something cute, she is the girl you need! Her social accounts on facebook and instagram are Charming Chalk Shop.
Construction Update
April is right around the corner and we have been working hard over here at Four Fifteen! The snow pushed us back, but this past week we have knocked off some BIG items. Thankfully the weather has been amazing and we are back on schedule. Whoop Whoop! The courtyard and sidewalks were poured and I am feeling so spoiled walking around on the concrete. Y’all, I can wash all of my shoes now! Landscaping is starting today and I cannot wait to see how it transforms the venue. It is going to be beautiful! We are to the point where we can start ordering furniture, mirrors, and light fixtures. Yesssss…The fun stuff!
I also want to take a moment and thank y’all for being so supportive and cheering us on throughout this process. I love all of the shares on social media and being stopped at Walmart to tell us how good the venue is looking. I feel incredibly lucky to watch my dream come true and to also have a huge amount of support from the community. So, thank you!
Okay, the reason you are here… See below the pictures of the progress!
Reception Hall
View from the Groom’s Loft
The Groom’s Loft
The Groom’s Loft
The Groom’s Loft
Courtyard
Courtyard
Gracyn’s Chapel
Gracyn’s Chapel … that door #allthehearteyes
5 Tips on Getting Healthy for Your Wedding
Before we get started, I want to say that healthy does not equal skinny. Your beauty is not measured by your pant size. I’m going to say that again for the people in the back. Your BEAUTY is not measured by your PANT SIZE. Starving yourself will leave you miserable and in the end, you won’t be happy on the happiest day of your life. Disclaimer: I am not a nutritionist or personal trainer, but this is advice I wish I would have known when starting my fitness and health journey.
With that being said, here are 5 tips on making you HEALTHY for your big day.
Drink Water
If you know me, you know how passionate I am about drinking my water. There are so many benefits, but I’ll highlight just a few. Drinking water flushes out the toxins in your body, helps your body digest your food, and delivers oxygen throughout your body. Do you ever have a headache and then remember you haven’t had any water that day? Your brain needs the oxygen from the water to function! Lastly, but most obviously, It keeps you hydrated giving you more energy and mental clarity throughout your day. This is especially important during wedding planning mode.
Start small with a few bottles of water a day, and then work your way up until you get to the recommended amount - 3 liters a day.
If you’re looking for a water bottle, I carry my Hydrojug with me every where I go. The jug holds 2 liters of water and is just really freaking cute. I have an affiliated link with them that I’ll share below! (Tip: If you get a straw, it makes drinking water 10 times easier)
https://www.thehydrojug.com?aff=6313
Move Your Body
This one is obvious, but exercise! Working out at least 20 minutes a day will make such a difference, physically and mentally. Find what you enjoy and do it consistently. Yoga, weight lifting, spin, running, walking, etc. Your options are endless. Try different things out and find what works for YOU. I love lifting weights but you might enjoy hot yoga. Everyone is different.
Whatever it is, working out is going to relieve you of the stress you are holding. I cannot emphasize this enough, but girl move your body.
Each Nutrient-Dense Foods
Basically, stop eating crap. I’m talking candy, McDonald’s, coke, processed foods. Eat more nutrient-dense foods like leafy greens, fruit, and lean protein. I’m not saying you need to restrict yourself because it’s all about balance - the 80/20 rule. 80% of the food you eat is whole nutrient-dense foods, 20% of the food you eat is what you are craving. Don’t go on a diet or starve yourself, but eat the foods that provide nutrients for your body.
I track my food with the app MyFitnessPal. It allows me to see what I’m putting in my body and if I have room to eat that blueberry donut.
Sleeeeeeeep
This one is easy to neglect. You need 6-8 hours of sleep every night. It varies depending on the person because personally, I need like 9 hours of sleep. Sleep is so important because it’s giving your body a chance to rebuild muscle tissues from working out, replenish cells and restore energy after a long day of wedding planning.
Stop Obsessing over what You Look Like
You are surrounded by people who love YOU, not how much you weigh or how pretty you are, but you as person. They wouldn’t love you any more or any less if you looked different. Having negative thoughts about your body creates such a toxic internal relationship. I’ve always heard “if you wouldn’t say it to a friend, then don’t say it to yourself”. Obsessing over your body will bring you on a roller coaster of emotions and that is unhealthy for your body and your mind. So love yourself and give yourself some grace. The results will follow.
So many girls starve themselves and do endless amounts of cardio to prepare for their wedding, trust me I was one of them. Looking back, it left me exhausted physically and mentally. I was a basket case trying to get skinny for the wedding day and some would say a bride-zilla. Don’t be like me. Enjoy this time and use working out as an outlet to relieve stress and eat the right foods to fuel you body and brain. You deserve to be your healthiest and happiest self come your wedding day.
Construction Update - Bridal Suite Edition
The Bridal Suite is slowly becoming one of my favorites at Four Fifteen Estates. So much thought goes into designing a space for brides to get ready for the big day. We wanted to create a space for you to have as your own so why not build the cutest little house?! With natural lighting, plenty of vanity space, and unique touches here and there, we hope you love it as much as we do!
As you can see from the pictures below, the bridal suite is (almost) complete. A couple of items to check off include setting the toilet (fun stuff I know), hanging mirrors, installing faucets, cleaning, aaaaaand moving in furniture. The next time you’ll see the construction update - bridal suite edition, she will be styled and ready for the first wedding!
