This classically elegant e-session captures the love between “old souls” Fatimah and Cal. The autumn shoot in Drayton Valley, Alberta, Canada was photographed by Eternal Reflections Photography. Happy Friday, everyone!
We’ve been to a lot of weddings. And for every amazing reception, there’s one with music that makes us cringe. Let’s face it, disco should stay in the ’70s. And let’s not get started about synchronized dance moves. So we put together a list of songs we think should be banned from wedding receptions (with Youtube links if you don’t believe us):
1. Celebration – Kool & The Gang
2. We Are Family – Sister Sledge
3. The Macarena — Los del Río
4. The Chicken Dance
5. Let’s Get It On – Marvin Gay
6. I’m Too Sexy – Right Said Fred
7. YMCA – The Village People
8. Girls Just Want to Have Fun – Cyndi Lauper
9. Electric Boogie (The Electric Slide) – Marcia Griffiths
10. Cotton-Eye Joe – Rednex
11. Relax – Frankie Goes to Hollywood
12. Dancing Queen – Abba
13. The Twist – Chubby Checker
14. Boot Scootin’ Boogie – Brooks and Dun
15. Macho Man – The Village People
16. Conga – Gloria Estafan
17. Twist and Shout – The Beatles
18. I Will Survive – Gloria Gaynor
Did we miss any? Comment below!
Cherry reds and bright blues pop in this fun circus-themed wedding. We were inspired by sweet details like balloons, carnival food, pinstripes, and the amazing film, Water for Elephants. This wedding is perfect for the bride and groom who are still kids at heart.
Wedding dress by Jenny Yoo. Bridesmaid dress by ModCloth. Other images from StyleMePretty, GreenWeddingShoes, and Pinterest. Find more circus wedding inspiration on our Pinterest board.
Tags: carnival wedding, Circus wedding, Water for Elephants wedding
Rain showers didn’t stop Kelsey and Colin from enjoying their outdoor wedding in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. The morning of the big day, Kelsey went straight from the salon to buy bright green umbrellas and cute rain boots for her and her bridesmaids. The cloudy afternoon gave us these amazing photos by Just For You Photography. This adorable orange and green wedding will have you dreaming of spring!
Tags: orange and green wedding, rainy wedding, spring wedding
Take a peek at weddings around the world! If you’re looking for unique ideas to incorporate in your wedding, test out these traditions in Bhutan, Japan, and China. After all, who can say no to wedding sake?
Bhutan
Will and Kate weren’t the only couple to host a royal wedding in 2011. In Bhutan, a small Himalayan country, King Jigme Khesar, 31, married his commoner bride in an elaborate ceremony this past October. The young queen, Jetsun Pema, wore a gorgeous gold and crimson gown that took three years to weave. We’re loving these rich colors and luxurious fabrics.
Elaborate dances and musical performances by Budhist monks followed a traditional ceremony. The entire country, which measures its “Gross National Happiness” every other year, was shut down for the wedding day.
Tags: Bhutan royal wedding, Chinese wedding, Japanese wedding, weddings around the world
Originating in the South, the groom’s cake is a fun addition to the main wedding cake. The groom’s cake is typically a gift from the bride to the groom and usually represents the groom’s personality and interests. We’ve seen crazy groom’s cakes inspired by teams, hobbies, liquor, even fast food. The more unique, the better.
Serve the groom’s cake at the rehearsal dinner or as an alternative flavor at the reception. Slices of the cake can also be sent home with guests as wedding favors. According to tradition, if a single woman sleeps with a slice of this cake under her pillow, she’ll dream of her future husband. Messy, but worth a shot!
Here are some of our favorites (and yes, every cake below is 100% edible):
Tags: groom's cakes, wedding cakes
Beautiful AND talented! The leading ladies of the Golden Globes shined Sunday night, wearing gorgeous creations by today’s best designers. The red carpet provides amazing sources of inspiration for wedding gowns, makeup, and hairstyles, and establishes the fashion trends we’ll see throughout the coming months. Many of these designers also create breathtaking bridal collections.
The 2012 Golden Globes was full of sophisticated elegance, classic silhouettes, and lush fabrics. Here are some of our favorites looks:
Charlize Theron in Dior and Kate Beckinsale in Roberto Cavalli
Emma Stone in Lanvin and Viola Davis in Emilio Pucci
Claire Danes in J. Mendel and Kate Winslet in Jenny Packham
Baton Rouge, the capital of Louisiana, is a city brimming with French charm, Cajun flavor, and American jazz. We love the idea of a balmy spring ceremony beside an old plantation house—ideal Southern elegance! Here are our favorite Baton Rouge vendors:
The Venue
Nottoway Plantation
31025 Louisiana Hwy. 1
White Castle, LA 70788
(866) 527-6884
nottoway.com
Photography
Bray Danielle
danielle@braydanielle.com
(225) 753-3601
braydanielle.com
Dress Boutique
Bustle Bridal Gowns and Accessories
7215 Highland Road
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 769-9455
bustlebatonrouge.com
Tags: Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Vendors
Smart phones have transformed heavy-duty bridal planning binders into savvy apps for the modern bride. Here are our seven favorites for iPhone and Android. The best part–they’re free!
Wedding Planning Complete (iPhone)
This fantastic app includes a budget and spending tracker, wedding checklists, countdowns, RSVP tracker, contact lists for guests and vendors, virtual seating chart, and countless tips and advice from wedding experts.
Wedding Plandroid (Android)
Perfect for both brides and grooms, this app helps track and organize your wedding timeline. It includes a countdown to the big day, guest lists statuses, a budget tracker, and a to do list catered specifically to your wedding’s timeline.
Brides Wedding Genius 2.0 (iPhone)
This “digital wedding binder” allows you to browse through hundreds of gowns and bridesmaid dresses, jewelry, and honeymoon destinations. The “find it” button shows you where to find the products at nearby stores.
iBridalGown Shopping Assistant (free for Android)
Track down the perfect wedding gown with this app. Create profiles of your favorite gowns with the salon info, designer, style number, price, and more. The app also reviews local bridal salons around the U.S. and provides basic information on fabrics, silhouettes, and other gown details.
My Wedding Concierge (iPhone)
This app is essentially Pinterest for brides–love it! Search through thousands of the best wedding blogs for inspiration, and save your favorite pics for future reference.
WeddingHappy – Wedding Planner (iPhone)
WeddingHappy takes the stress out of wedding planning. It provides a list of tasks with suggested due dates that you can input directly into your phone’s calendar. Organize vendor contacts, email the tasks to yourself or friends, and post updates of your progress on Facebook and Twitter.
Wedding Countdown Widget (Android)
This adorable little app counts down the days, hours, minutes, seconds, heartbeats, and kisses until your wedding day. So sweet!
Happy Apping!
Tags: bride apps, phone apps, wedding apps
The ceremony’s design details can be as personalized as reception décor. Countless ceremony venues provide a unique backdrop for wedding vows: a garden, hotel, church, beach, barn, backyard, art gallery, museum—we’ve seen it all!
No matter the location, you can personalize the ceremony venue with special details. Create a ceremony arch from a floral trellis, draped fabrics, paper garlands, an architectural feature such as a gazebo, or a piece of art. Lighting also brings a special vibe to the ceremony. Think dreamy pinks, soft glows, or shades that compliment the wedding’s color scheme. Paper lanterns, candles, and strings of miniature lights add romance to any evening ceremony. Traditional church weddings can also receive a touch of personalization with pew decorations of bows and bouquets, or with colorful aisle runners. Don’t hesitate to experiment with seating as well. U-shaped and circular seating put the couple at the true heart of the wedding, surrounded by friends and family.
Here are more great ideas to get you started:
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