Styled Shoot

Paper Wedding Dress

Erin Olsen ·

Yes, you read that right. This wedding dress was made out of paper, and boy was it incredible.

Let’s just take a minute to pick our jaw up off the floor and admire this work of art. Incredible... Just incredible.

Burgundy and White Paper Wedding dress

After endless hours of dreaming, brainstorming and designing, this creation came to life. It was handcrafted to perfection with each piece accounted for and hand placed to create such a masterpiece.

This styled shoot began with the unimaginable paper wedding dress and soon transformed into a chic and unique shoot, blooming rich with color.

Fern inspired stationary displayed on burgundy table linen
Harvest table in front of criss cross backdrop
wedding favors in glass box
Wedding bands on red ribbon
head table under three chandeliers with rented linens and napkins

Knowing we had to match the talent of the incredible paper dress, we researched and designed a backdrop that would not disappoint. Choosing to incorporate the colors of the dress in the backdrop we criss-crossed the burgundy and gave it space to illuminate the depth and feel.

burgundy and white backdrop design for wedding ceremony in Minnesota

There were so many incredible vendors involved in this project, including Sadie’s Couture Floral. Their ginormous fern arrangements provided the texture, volume, and color that this shoot needed!

silver satin table linens with fern greenery and burgundy candles
burgundy candles on silver candlesticks
Silver linen with burgundy napkin displayed on head table
wedding cake with burgundy linen draped over table
Head table set up with burgundy accents and fern greenery
guest plate showing menu and burgundy napkin
Burgundy and white paper wedding dress styled shoot in Minneapolis Minnesota

I don’t know if another shoot could ever beat this one! I am still in shock of all of the talent involved in making this idea come to life.

Paper dress being modeled in front of white and burgundy backdrop

Wedding Planning

What to do 3 weeks before your wedding

Erin Olsen ·

Feeling a little bit stressed out? We are here to help!

First thing is first, breathe in and back out. It is going to be ok, and you are going to get MARRIED! Don’t forget to keep celebrating that amongst the crazy details of the last few weeks.

Here are a few tips to help you feel a little less stressed and a little more excited!

Take a final head count

This can be a daunting task, but it will make such a big difference. Finalize the numbers for your venue and make sure you have a completed, easy-to-read table plan.

Create an overly detailed wedding day timeline

Try to include more than just when the ceremony starts and when the reception ends. It can include things like who is bringing your name cards and where should they be placed? Include who is transferring your overnight bag and when? Add the time your vendors are planning to arrive, what they are doing, and where your decor goes at the end of the night. All of these things can allow for a more relaxed day rather than trying to figure out details in the moment. Share this timeline with the wedding party, family, vendors and a coordinator for a more relaxed day.

When we arrive-

Wondering when We’ve Got It Covered will arrive? Most days we have multiple events and therefore can’t be everywhere at once. However, we can guarantee that it will be done before your event begins. Have a specific time you need it ready by? Contact us with that information as soon as possible so we can schedule you in.

Confirm the details with your vendors so they aren’t surprised or left guessing

1.Color Change?

Did any of your rental items change color? From white to ivory perhaps? It is easy to make these changes as you plan during your engagement, but don’t forget to let your rental company know of the switch.

2.Number change?

Along with colors, do you have any number changes? It is pretty typical that about 10-20% of your invited guests will RSVP regretfully and so it is important to inform your venue and any other vendors involved. Tip: Rent a few extras in case your numbers change last minute.

3. Size or style change?

Look over the style and size of your tables. Did you change to rectangle tables? Are you using rounds? Make sure your linen sizes are correct to avoid day of frustration.

Payments

Hopefully you have already created some sort of schedule months ago of what planning and payments need to happen and at what time in your engagement. Sift through that timeline to see if any other unseen payments that need to be made. Your payment and final numbers for your decor rented from We’ve Got It Covered, is due 15 days prior to your date.

Organize decor and accessories

Sort through your decor and organize it by where it goes. This is a good way to see what you are missing and if you need to make some last minute additions!

Make sure all necessary marriage documents are brought to the venue and are ready to go

Don’t forget the marriage documents! Something that can easily be forgotten if not put in a place to remember.

Iron/steam anything needed

Have you tried on all of your apparel and made sure its looking clean and pressed? Some last minute touch ups might need to be made before the big day!





Wedding Planning, Inspiration

Step by Step - How to Piece Together Favorites

Erin Olsen ·

Are you wondering if your wedding ideas will all come together to create that breathtaking image in your mind? 

Don't worry, We've Got It Covered! 

Here are 5 ways to guarantee a great wedding look you are sure to love! 

Wedding table set up with champagne table linen and surrounding chiavari chairs. For the centerpiece mercury glass candlesticks were used with flower bud vases and ivory napkins. Behind the table is a taupe backdrop and champagne pedestals holding g…

1. Pick a color scheme

taupe color
blush color
champagne color

2. Find a backdrop

This can be something unique from your venue like a big window, art on the wall, stonework, or a big fireplace. 

If nothing stands out...Choose your own statement like this taupe backdrop!

Taupe backdrop with champagne pedestals holding greenery arrangements complimented with glowing candles on the ground.

3. Add dimension

Use different heights and lengths in your wedding decor to create depth and visual appeal.

Another way to add dimension is a contrast color. Nothing too fancy or flamboyant (unless that's totally your cup of tea!), but something simple, like these greenery arrangements. It keeps your room looking lively and lifted rather than flat and dull. 

cylinder vase trio with floating candles
champagne pedestal

3. Pick your head table style, linen, and chair

To create the finished look a textured velvet linen was added with a Chiavari chair for the perfect sweetheart table!

champagne velvet linen with texture and shine
chiavari chair
sweetheart table with velvet linen and blush mercury glass candlestick decor

4. Add your centerpieces!

This is where you can be the most c r e a t i v e ! Put together an array of different items in your same color scheme, incorporate your contrast color, include your table number and maybe a few pictures and viola! You have a great centerpiece!

Mercury glass candlestick centerpieces on a champagne linen
White flower in a mercury glass bud vase on a champagne linen with a candle nearby
mercury bud vase holding a flower next to candlesticks
ivory napkin folded on a plate with neutral tone wedding decor

5. Lastly, put it all together and simply admire

Another great tip to make sure that your ideas come out flawless is to make your own mock table. Set it up and put together your centerpiece trying different things until you come to find something you absolutely love. 

Neutral tone wedding decor displayed with a champagne linen and a taupe backdrop. This look has a pop of color with greenery arrangements standing tall and ice chiavari chairs.

Real Weddings

A Fairy Tale Wedding in Albert Lea

Erin Olsen ·

Weddings are the day that every little girl dreams about filled with mystery and excitement. They dream about what their dress will look like, how they will do their hair, who will stand next to them and of course who will be the groom. These dreams are always filled with life, color, and love. A true fairytale.

And this wedding was just that - a true fairytale.

Private wedding ceremony on the shorefront.

With chairs in their place, the soft breeze billowing the draping, and the sun peeking through the trees, a beautiful ceremony began on a spacious, calm shorefront.

White ceremony draping on the arch near the shorefront
Soft white draping on the ceremony arch near lakefront decorated with flowers and whiskey barrels.

After a sweet, sweet ceremony came a lot of celebration. The cocktail hour and reception was filled with romantic colors and a lot of life, giving their guests a full wedding experience.

table decor including garland and lace overlays
wedding bouquet with pink and white flowers
taupe and white draping with twinkle lights and chandeliers
pink table linens with lace overlays and green garland centerpieces

As guests filled the reception space they were welcomed by a pleasant transformation of a family owned warehouse that was now an elegant display of beauty and grace, perfect for celebrating the newlywed couple. The tables were draped with pink linens and lace overlays. Flowers were hand selected and pieced together for a great garland centerpiece, lining each table.

Warehouse reception set up with draping and chandeliers with pink tables and lace overlays

Choosing to go with two different colors of draping provided the space a cozy and romantic feel while still giving a slight contrast from the other accent colors.

Head table display with three chandeliers and taupe and white ceiling draping
wedding head table backdrop with farmstyle tables and decor

And we can’t forget about the head table. It was a work of art. It was EVERYTHING. The groom hand made a beautiful backdrop that was the focal point of the entire space. Enhanced with three chandeliers and farm-style tables, it was nothing but perfection.

wedding day kiss under the chandelier decor at the head table surrounded by friends and family.

To end off this fairytale wedding was an intimate boat ride as if they were in the movie The Notebook. From start to finish this was a picture perfect fairytale wedding.

wedding day boat ride on a calm lake

Coordination : Rustic Elegance

Flowers: Bel Fiore

Decor: We’ve Got It Covered

Photography: LMCY Photography