While most people think of a wedding as an extravagant, formal event with attire to match, a short dress can be a great option for brides looking to add a more casual, playful element to the day. Short dresses are also super practical for outdoor weddings and summer season weddings - you will stay cool and comfortable, and you won't have to worry about the hem of your dress dragging on the ground all day. The short hemline is fun and flirty, but sticking to a classic black and white color scheme with sparkling rhinestone accents keeps the look chic and sophisticated.
Butterfly motifs have been super popular this year in fashion and home decorating, so why not extend that to your wedding? Not only are butterflies beautiful, they are also the perfect symbol of the season and of the new life you and your spouse are beginning together. You can also use them to add color and life to your wedding décor in unexpected ways.
The weather is starting to heat up, leaves are beginning to appear on the trees... before we know it, summer - the season of weddings - will be here. It's always a good idea to coordinate the color scheme of your wedding with the season, especially if you're planning an outdoor ceremony. For summer, a bright, cheery color palette of sunny yellow and punchy fuchsia is just right. Add a few accents of slate grey to cool it down, and you get a look that's unique, modern, and pulled together.
1. Great invitations can set the scene for your whole wedding and create a buzz months before the event. I love how these handmade invites mix modern and vintage motifs. Matching save the dates, RSVP cards, and direction cards are also available, all from Bloom Invitations.
2. Don't be afraid to mix contrasting colors. Your bridal party will thank you for not making them spend money on dyed-to-match shoes they'll never wear again! This flower girl looks absolutely adorable in her yellow and white sundress with silver-grey ballerina flats. Photo from Martha Stewart Weddings.
3. Pay attention to the details to make it a memorable day. This tiny handmade jewelry box covered in
If you're looking for a fresh, modern color scheme for your wedding, look no further! The contrast of bright, vibrant red against crisp, cool aqua has a unique, contemporary feel that is sure to make your wedding unforgettable. Plus, this color combination is so versatile that it can work for any season and any style - from traditional summer nuptials to an eclectic winter wedding.
Photo from 100layercake
You've been dreaming of your perfect wedding day forever, but let's face it – something's bound to go wrong. And when it does, you want to be prepared. A wedding survival kit can help you conquer all those little emergencies that can crop up and threaten to ruin your day – from a stain on your gown to a late vendor to an untimely migraine! Stash everything in a cute little bag that your Maid of Honor can have on hand all day. Here's my checklist of the most important things every bride should have in her wedding day survival kit.
So while you're out soaking up your newly married life and taking pictures with your new husband and wedding party, your guests will likely be arriving at your cocktail hour or reception. Traditionally, this is the time when they sign the guestbook as a rite of passage before being allowed to enter the shindig.
For this special edition of Splurge vs. Steal, spendy designer bridal shoes will go toe to toe (literally!) with their less expensive – but equally chic – counterparts. I found some absolutely gorgeous shoes, and grouped them into six categories according to style– classic, feminine, casual, glamorous, offbeat, and romantic. I hope this guide helps you find a pair that suits your style perfectly!
When we finally found our venue, it took us a lot longer than I thought it would. We live in a pretty big city with several different price points. Of course, I was wrong.
Even though we started planning about a year before our wedding date, finding a venue ended up taking about 5 months. There were some things I think I could've done to make the process easier, but some things I feel I did really helped ease the burden.
A monogram is a great way to add a personal touch to your wedding stationery. The best part is, a monogram can work for anyone – from the most traditional of couples to the most unconventional.
You can work with a designer or calligrapher to come up with a monogram that suits you to a tee – or even design one yourself! For my wedding, I designed a bright, bold emblem using the initials of our first names – L & R. Our invites turned out beautifully, and everyone loved how unique and personal they were.
Here are my top five picks for monogram invites – from classic and timeless to hip and modern!
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