Are you less of a traditionalist and more the kind of girl who wants a unique wedding gown with a modern feel? Oh, have I got just the thing for you. I have been seriously loving striped wedding gowns lately, and you can check out my favorites below. Regardless of whether you choose bold or subtle striped details, I can guarantee it will give you a sleek, modern look!
1. “Hilton” by Amsale…simple perfection!
In the past few years, photo booths have become all the rage at weddings. Love the trend but want to kick it up a notch? Enter the concept of the “Turtle Booth”…a slow-motion video booth of your friends and family being silly. Seriously, how fun is this??
Sometimes, the best thing you can do when something goes wrong is to have a laugh about it. That’s what we’re going to do today…over other people’s disasters, that is! Here’s what I’ve been loving on the Interwebs lately:
1. 13 Big Day DIY Disasters That Will Convince You to Hire a Pro.
Attention, people! This is seriously the deal of the year. I love Wedding Paper Divas…they have gorgeous wedding invitation and save the date designs, and compared to many other companies, they’re relatively affordable. Still, costs can add up. That’s why I’m beyond thrilled to share this amazing deal: 30% off everything on their site now through March 10th with code ANNIVEXCLUSIVE. This is so big, y’all. WPD occasionally has 20% off sales, but I don’t think I’ve ever seen 30% off. Run, do not walk, over to the site now and start shopping for all your wedding-related paper goods!
These days, you can get cake in just about any flavor, color, and shape. The options are truly endless, limited only by the laws of physics and how much money you have in your wallet. I don’t know about y’all, though, but lately I have found myself craving simpler things. Is this a sign that I’m getting old? I’m not sure. Regardless, I think you’ll all agree that these classic white wedding cakes are truly beautiful and timeless. Am I right? You won’t ever look back on your wedding photos and laugh about how “2010s” your mint green chevron wedding cake was. Hello, gorgeous:
1. The ultimate classic: Three tiers of white wedding cake perfection. Of course, I adore the pearl accents.
Today’s Internet roundup (aka the wedding-related articles I’m loving on the web lately) is all about saying yes to the dress! So many brides stress about wedding dress shopping, but I personally believe it has the opportunity to be the most fun part of wedding planning (it was for me!) if you do it right. Without further ado, here’s what I’m loving:
1. How to Brace Yourself For Wedding Dress Shopping – Okay, so I don’t think you necessarily need to brace yourself (you’re not walking into your boss’s office to get fired, people!), but these are great things to think about before you go so that you are mentally prepared and can strategically plan your shopping. This will make it much more enjoyable in the long run!
I just love finding deals for you, belles! LivingSocial is currently offering a discount on tickets to the Greater Carolina Bridal Show in Durham: $10 for 2 tickets, which is half off the regular price. The show will take place from 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. on March 1, 2015 at the Durham Convention Center. You can find a list of the vendors that will be at the show on the show’s website. In addition to meeting local area vendors, you will also have a chance to see two bridal fashion shows and win lots of door prizes!
Are you looking for a fun and fresh idea for your bachelorette party? Look no further! What could be better than your own private wine tasting? Wines for Humanity, a wine tasting company serving Wake, Durham, Orange, Granville, and Person Counties in NC, brings the fun to you by traveling to your personal residence for a wine tasting. As you sample, your wine consultant will teach you how to taste wine and pair the various wines with food. The best part? They help prevent homelessness by donating 12-17% of their proceeds to a local organization that helps community members who are struggling with their utility bills. Oh, and LivingSocial is currently offering a discounted deal one one of their wine tasting packages, so that’s pretty fabulous as well.
It is officially that time in the middle of winter when I am desperately craving color. Green grass, deep blue skies, golden sun…I want it all! If you’re more than ready for spring and summer like I am, you are going to love Hope and Ian’s engagement session courtesy of Dianne Personett Photography. Their photos are sweet, laid back, and saturated with beautiful colors. Enjoy!
When my own beautiful mother was searching for her MOB dress, she had quite a time finding something that felt like “her.” All of the dresses marketed for MOBs at the bridal salons had jackets, which my mom never wears. Many of the dresses were cut quite straight, leaving my mom saying again and again, “This feels like a bag!,” or “I feel like I’m wearing a sack!” And yet, heading for the bridesmaid section again left her feeling like she was in the wrong place. The dresses often felt too short, too low-cut, too casual for a MOB. While my own mother ended up going the custom route for her dress, I don’t think that has to be the only way for other youthful MOBs who want fashionable wedding attire. Here are some beautiful dresses I’ve rounded up that are stylish, tasteful, and elegant…perfect for your sweet mama!
