Posts by Nicole Denton

With a love of planning just about anything — from her own wedding, to bridal and baby showers, to dinner parties, and more – Nicole is the Plunge Project’s founder and editor-in-chief. A New Jersey native, Nicole has called Knoxville, Tennessee home since 2004, where she currently lives with her husband Michael, two pit bulls, Shelby and Link and cat, Kity Perry. A University of Tennessee graduate, Nicole has a bachelors in communications and a career in public relations.

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{Bridal Style} 7 Fun Shoes to Rock Under Your Dress

by Nicole on 05.17.2012
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If you know me, you know I’m not a huge fan of the boring white wedding shoe. That’s why I like to periodically share a few of my favorite, less traditional bridal shoe options. Enjoy… {Goodie by Badgley Mischka} {Sazerac by Chinese Laundry} {Sierra by Jessica Simpson} {Cycile by Steve Madden} {Hands Up by Chinese [...]

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{Floral Inspiration} Baby’s Breath for Wedding Decor

by Nicole on 05.16.2012
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Like many people, I used to view baby’s breath as just a filler flower, but I’ve recently discovered how absolutely beautiful it can be on its own. Not only is is ultra-affordable, but it can make a huge impact when used correctly. Thinking about putting baby’s breath front-and-center in your wedding decor? Here’s a little [...]

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{Idea Worth Stealing} How to Stop Your ‘Maids Heels from Sinking in the Grass

by Nicole on 05.15.2012
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Having an outdoor wedding? If you and your ‘maids plan to wear stilettos and your ceremony’s on grass, lay little flat stones to stand on so their heels don’t sink into the ground! Talk about smart! {Image credit: Delightfully Engaged}

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7 Ways to Use Mason Jars in Your Wedding Decor

by Nicole on 05.14.2012
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Mason Jars are definitely a staple of any rustic and/or Southern-style wedding. Frankly, they’re a staple of life here in Tennessee, so I just love seeing all the amazing ways people use them in their weddings. That’s why I wanted to compile a big long list of my favorite ways to use Mason Jars in [...]

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{Brunch Starter} French Toast Bites with Warm, Fresh Strawberry Compote

by Nicole on 05.11.2012
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With brunch being a popular meal for events lately, I love experimenting with different tasty brunch recipes. Whether you’re hosting a brunch shower, bridesmaid brunch or a variety of other mid-morning events, it’s always a good idea to have some easy-to-eat brunch recipes in mind — like these delicious French toast bites with warm, fresh [...]

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The Wedding After Party: How to Keep the Party Going After the Reception

by Nicole on 05.09.2012
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Like many couples, Michael and I didn’t want our wedding reception to end. I swear it flew by in what seemed like an hour (although it was really 3!) Knowing our guestlist was predominantly young and many guests were from out of town, we thought ahead and planned an official wedding after party — somewhere [...]

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{Styled Shoot} Whimsical Garden Wedding

by Nicole on 05.08.2012
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Today, I’m going to keep the writing to a minimum because I have something seriously amazing to share! Organized and sent in by French wedding blogger Nathalie Bernard, this stunning, whimsical and romantic styled shoot is nothing short of amazing. Enjoy… Gorgeous, right? Vendor Credits Planning & Organization: La mariée en Colère Photography: FairyDaily Decorations: [...]

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Wedding Favors from American Bridal: Top 4 Picks of the Moment

by Nicole on 05.07.2012
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Let’s be honest – choosing wedding favors is not the easiest of tasks. The internet is flooded with options, so finding the exact right option for your big day could be one of the more difficult decisions you make. That’s why I just love American Bridal – it’s one website with TONS of options. So [...]

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{DIY} Heartfelt Mother’s Day Locket

by Nicole on 05.02.2012
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Today, I’m excited to share a very thoughtful yet inexpensive DIY project that Michael and I gave to our moms (and his nonny) this past Christmas. Although I couldn’t share it then (didn’t want to ruin the surprise), I feel like these make the perfect Mother’s Day gifts as well! All you need to re-create [...]

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{Beauty} Get Your Skin Wedding-Ready with Neutrogena Naturals

by Nicole on 05.01.2012
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Wedding planning can be stressful, and one unfortunate consequence of stress is not-so-wedding-ready skin. That’s why I’m excited to introduce you to Neutrogena Naturals, which not only keeps your skin looking flawless for your big day, but also doesn’t include and harsh chemical sulfates, parabens, petrochemicals, dyes or phthalates…because who needs those in their skin [...]

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