Bridal Accessory Details: The Garter
May 29, 2009 Bridal Accessories, Brides Only
These simple and stylish garters by Julianne Smith are a little extra special for you on your wedding day. You can wear it as your “something blue” under your dress, keep it hidden to surprise your groom, or use it for the garter toss during your ceremony. No matter how you use these garters, they are stylish and a perfect fit for any bride.
Julianne Smith’s garters come in a variety of colors - from white and cream, to garters with touches of blue, to black, pink and brown and with polka dots. She also offers custom embroidery, such as the first “I Do” garter featured above, to put your wedding day or custom saying on your garter.
Tags: accessories, garter
For the Groom: Creative, Custom Boutonnieres
May 27, 2009 Grooms Only
Fritts Rosenow is the site behind these lovely little custom made boutonnieres for the groom (and groomsmen). The gallery features tons of cute boutonnieres which are whimsical and fun, made to fit the personality of the groom or groomsmen wearing it. It allows your groom to express himself on his lapel without the use of a traditional floral boutonniere. It’s another wonderful way to further customize your wedding and the little details of your big day.
Tags: boutonnieres, groom, groomsmen
Alternative Non-Flower Wedding Bouquets
May 25, 2009 Bridal Accessories, Brides Only
Most brides will have their wedding bouquets made out of real flowers, either by doing it themselves or having a florist create it for them. One tiny drawback to have a bouquet made out of real flowers is that eventually the flowers in the bouquet will start to wither, and unless it’s dried or preserved, it can only be viewed again in wedding photos. An alternative to this would be to have a bouquet made out of other materials, such as fabric or buttons, to have an everlasting bouquet that be can preserved or passed down.
Here are a few ideas for alternative wedding bouquets that do not use real flowers. All of these wedding bouquets below use alternative materials, such as buttons, felt, fabric, silk flowers, and feathers in lieu of real flowers.
Bridal Felt Button Bouquet by RibbonsNBowsBoutique (via etsy.com)
Chocolate Covered Strawberry Bridal Button Bouquet by reallybadkitty (via etsy.com)
Peacock Feather/ Pink Hydrangea Bouquet by AprilHilerDesigns (via etsy.com)
The Ruby Rose Wedding Bouquet by letters4lilly (via etsy.com)
Traditional Elegance Bouquet (uses “Real Touch” silk flowers) by modagefloral (via etsy.com)
Tags: bouquets
Wedding Inspiration: Green Wedding Cakes
May 22, 2009 Cake
by sweetishhillbakery, via Flickr
by Jamie Anderson, via Flickr
by Andrea’s SweetCakes via Flickr
by Rebecca Sutterby via Flickr
by Spoonful of Sugar Bakery via Flickr
Photo by jmacego. Cake by Cakes Be We.
Tags: cakes, inspiration board
Summer Bridesmaid Dresses
May 20, 2009 Bridesmaids
Dress up your bridesmaids in fun, summery dresses for your wedding this season. We picked a few of our favorites, which are all available in fun, bright colors. These picks will also help your ‘maids in the quest to wear the dress again - all for under $200.
Top Left: Anne Klein Silk Halter Dress from Macy’s. Also available in Black. $188.
Top Right: Ruffle Neck Dress from Martin & Osa. Also available in Black and Olive. $99.50.
Bottom Left: Silk Chiffon Juliet Dress from J. Crew. Available in 11 colors. $180.
Bottom Right: Lydia Empire Waist Dress from Ann Taylor. Also available in Espresso. $199.
Tags: bridesmaid dresses, dresses
