Anyone who knows me well should know that I am a big supporter of all things USC–as in The University of Southern California.  Now, while my husband and I both attended the university, we did not have a USC themed wedding.  We did, however, throw the idea around.

So, with football season fast approaching, I got to thinking – what would a USC-inspired wedding look like?  Below are just a few examples of how to incorporate cardinal and gold throughout a formal event, such as a wedding.  If you didn’t attend USC, I think many of these ideas can translate into any school color scheme.

Image Sources from L to R: Garter Belt, Bouquet, USC Football Cake Topper, Couple in Front of Tommy Trojan, Football Centerpieces and Table Numbers, Stadium Cake, Velvet Cupcake, Red and Gold Place Setting

Since the Fourth of July falls on a Saturday this year, it’s a popular day for weddings. Are you attending any Fourth of July weddings? Would you incorporate red, white and blue accents into your ceremony as a nod to the national holiday?

One of our stylish staffers recently attended this stunning wedding between Grace and Onwing at the Four Seasons Resort in Wailea, Maui on April 17, 2009. The intimate celebration included 40 guests who traveled to Hawaii for the event. Photographers Bill Stockwell and Scott Drexler of Photos on Maui took these beautiful photos.

We love the bursts of vibrant red and the luxurious elegance found in every detail! They even used our wedding menus to complete their sophisticated look.