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Birdcage Veils for the Glamorous Bride

Anum — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:24:49 +0000

If you’re a non-traditional bride looking to follow the most fashion-forward wedding trends of 2010, a birdcage veil might be just what you’re looking for. These vintage-inspired headpieces combine a soft net veil that covers part of the face, and is embellished with flowers, feathers and jewels. This trend is truly dramatic and glamorous and will make a bold statement on your wedding day. What’s your take on birdcage veils, are you a fan of old-hollywood-esque glamour, or would you stay with something more traditional?

L to R: Angle style French tulle birdcage, Jamie vintage couture veil, Karen Birdcage Veil, Ivory Blusher Birdcage Veil, Vintage birdcage veil, Emma Russian Net with Rhinestones

Top Wedding Cake Trends (and Invitations to Match!)

Katie — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:44:34 +0000

The Knot recently released a slideshow of seven top wedding cake trends to look for in the coming wedding season, and we were happy to see that many of the trends perfectly matched up with our favorite wedding stationery trends as well. Here’s a glimpse at the the luxurious looks you’re sure to see throughout 2010:

Trend: Sophisticated Monograms

Trend: Global Patterns

Trend: Dramatic Color

What’s your favorite 2010 wedding trend?

Flashback to Film: The Perks of Film Photography

Katie — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 19:36:04 +0000

Digital cameras might be all the rage, but that doesn’t mean film is dead just yet. There are a ton of artistic photographers who are dedicated to giving film a comeback, and the results of their work are truly dazzling.

Many of you may have noticed how Dan & Julie’s Real Wedding was full of unique photos, bright colors and interesting shots—that’s right! It was all shot on high quality film, printed and then scanned in to create digital prints.

You Look Nice Today Photography is a big proponent of film photos. I know it might be scary not to have the benefit of instant digital feedback, but it might be worth a try if you want truly unique photos with a fresh, artistic flair. Just look at how gorgeous some of these shots from You Look Nice Today came out:

Will you be giving film photography a try? Why or why not? Let us know!

Rent the Runway Makes High Fashion Super Easy

Katie — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 20:51:59 +0000

One of the hottest new trends in online shopping has made it easier than ever to get gorgeous without spending a fortune. Rent the Runway lets you rent dresses from top designers, wear them and return them in a pre-paid package via the Netflix model. They’ll even send you the dresses you order in two sizes to ensure they will fit!

It’s a fun new way to find the perfect dress for your engagement party, rehearsal dinner, holiday parties and more. Here’s what would be on my wish list for holiday party season, from Versace to Dolce & Gabbana, Narciso Rodriguez and Diane von Furstenberg (oh my!):

Fall Wedding Trends to Look Forward To

Katie — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 16:31:48 +0000

As we get ready to say a fond farewell to summer, we can’t help but to get excited about the fall weddings headed our way. Although most fall couples have already planned every detail to a tee, the rest of us simply can’t wait to see how you blended the best of 2009’s wedding trends into your autumn ceremony.

We’re antsy to see earthy, moss-covered centerpieces, slate gray bridesmaids dresses and vibrant jewel-toned color palettes. In fact, the luxe colors that make fall weddings so deliciously elegant are some of the things we look forward to most.

As we anticipate a new season full of style and glamour, we give you some of our favorite fall wedding invitations and other trends to inspire your own thoughts of fiery autumn sunsets and the fluttering leaves to match.

Vibrant Color

Rustic Charm

Simple Elegance

Chalkboard China Obsession

Katie — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 14:56:45 +0000

I am obsessed with chalkboards. I want to hang them up everywhere—in my house, around the office and everywhere else I go so I can write and doodle all day long. Then I remember how dusty they get and come to my senses, but I’m still downright obsessed with these adorable chalkboard china pieces I found on Earth Friendly Weddings.

What a charming centerpiece idea! And I love the idea of guests writing their names on their wine glasses at your rehearsal dinner or engagement party. Check out Chalkboard China for more ideas!

Planning a Posh Winery Wedding

Katie — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 21:19:15 +0000

A friend of the family contacted me this morning asking what I thought made a stylish winery wedding. After doing a little research, I’ve decided that the best winery weddings have a few things in common:

They embrace the rustic appeal of the environment in a charming way.
A soft glow gives the entire celebration a subtle, golden look.
They never take the theme too literally.

Rustic weddings are often the most romantic. From cobblestones to earthy moss, bare branches and rich, dark wood, everything about a rustic wedding can invigorate the senses and make your guests feel like they are on a weekend getaway—even if they are only a few miles from home.

Part of creating this magical ambiance involves choosing the perfect lighting. Since a lot of wineries are dark and stacked high with old oak barrels, tea lights are a natural choice for brightening up the space and taking advantage of the rows and barrels. Hundreds of tea lights artfully arranged can make your guests feel like they are in a truly enchanted space. You can even opt for electric tea lights if you are concerned about fire hazards!

Finally, don’t feel tethered to a wine theme. Hosting the event at a winery makes certain design elements a natural choice, but this elegant Provincial Poetry wedding invitation is just as stylish, sophisticated and elegantly suited for a winery wedding as this Wine Country wedding invitation. Allow yourself to be creative!

Plan Your Wedding with Photos

Katie — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 15:13:48 +0000

I spend part of every morning pouring over wedding photos to find inspirational images to share with you. I love scouring the web to find chic new wedding ideas, but if you are pressed for time I highly recommend browsing through the photo galleries on Project Wedding.

You can filter the thousands and thousands of photos by category, and then use tags to narrow the selection down to exactly what you want. Or, if you are like me, you can click through every single one to find your favorites!

I love building little inspiration boards using different images in conjunction with one another. I love the rich jewel tones of these floral arrangements, the matching cake (from a completely different ceremony!), sleek dress and pretty, side swept hair.

By arranging photos together like this, you can form a better idea of the exact type of celebration you want to have. After all, a picture’s worth a thousand words!

Inspiration Board: Ruffles

Tara — Thu, 14 May 2009 23:37:58 +0000

Every morning, I come in to work, sip my coffee, and my coworker and I pine away at the designer clothing for sale on sites like Rue La La and Gilt Groupe (I’m probably going to get in trouble with her for spreading the word about these sites–the best!). For the past couple of months, I’ve noticed a pattern–every single dress, skirt or top that I look at has some sort of ruffle incorporated in to it. Of course, this shouldn’t come as that much of a surprise to me. One of the top trends featured on the runway during Bridal Fashion Week was ruffles. The luxurious layers and curves that ruffles make can be gorgeous if worn correctly. Check out this inspiration board in honor of the ruffle!

From Top to Bottom, Left to Right: Elizabeth Fillmore Ruffled V-Neck Gown from Brides.com; Layered Sterling Chiffon Ruffles Ring from Etsy; Ruffled Wedding Gown from Wedding 53; Amy Dress by Ines Di Santo from Brides.com; White Silk Backless Dress from Etsy; Two-Tier Ruffle Wedding Cake from Nicky Grant.

What’s your style? – Belle Fleur

Lea — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 21:23:19 +0000

In our last post in the What’s Your Style? series, we look at the belle fleur. The garden bride embraces the beauty of nature in a charming and refined way. Her wedding invitations reflect the magnificence of the natural world, incorporating emerald green leaves and bright blooms with fresh, modern design.

Marriage Garden Wedding Invitation

From L to R: Orchid Green Wedding Cake; Green Wedding Bouquet; Garden Place Holders; Green Wedding Reception; Apple Martinis

To past posts in this series, view:

To download a complete version of our 2009 style guide, click here.