Vermont Vows Magazine

Like many autumn-hued foods, such as pomegranates, pumpkins & apples, the persimmon reaches perfection as the weather cools. Ranging from yellows & oranges to deeper reds, this chilly-weather fruit mirrors the vibrant colors of fall foliage. Include persimmons in jams, chutneys & baked goods, or draw inspiration from their rich color palette in other aspects of your wedding day. Bridesmaids dresses & bouquets are the perfect way to make an autumn palette pop, or make a bold statement with persimmon-inspired jewelry.

For some truly sweet inspiration, why not incorporate mocha into your wedding celebration! Brew up some treats to warm your guests & melt their hearts with cool-weather inspired favors such as hot chocolate or mocha-inspired candied apples.

We love the idea of incorporating the autumnal almond hues into your fall festivities. Almonds can be used in many creative ways to compliment your nuptials. A variety of dark & light brown colors as well as some creams & golds make for the perfect fall wedding palette. Almonds can even be used to add some flavor to your celebratory feast as a topping on some sweet treats including roasted almond cupcakes & cake pops.

Listen up, all of you sweet brides out there! Vanilla is no longer synonymous with boring & bland. This week, we're feeling inspired by a bevy of tasty Vanilla treats, sure to make a splash at any fall wedding.

Cotton candy can add a playful & fun twist to your celebration & there are many ways you can incorporate this into your special day!

Be inspired by the colors of cotton candy when it comes to fashion. If you want to break away from traditional, choose a pink wedding dress. A pale pink gown will look romantic & sweet. Or choose a gown in white & have your bridesmaids dress in sweet shades of pink to go along with this idea! Add a touch of pink to your groom & groomsmen with a fun pink tie!