Wedding Shoe Clips

What a wonderful way to add a pop of color or a bit of sparkle to your wedding day shoes.   Watch out -- these wedding shoe clips just might upstage your dress!

More wedding shoe decorations

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Red, Black and Taupe Wedding Theme - Inspired by Burberry

When I saw the smartly coordinated attire of the bridesmaids and groomsmen, the colors made me think of Burberry's famous Novacheck pattern.   Dressing the groomsmen in taupe was such a stylish choice.   A red, black and taupe color scheme is ideal for those wanting a Burberry-inspired wedding that's not too literal (i.e. sans Novacheck).   Resources follow.


Image credits & resources:
Table number, Flower girl basket, Damask favor boxes;  Bridal party (eltonanderson.com);   Reception table (Beauty is Taste) ;   Coffee cups (Green Vintage Photography);    Cake;  Moet & Chandon Imperial champagne

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Beach Wedding Theme in Blue Hues

Check out the details of this lovely blue beach wedding theme at our Unity Sand Ceremony and Beach Wedding Blog.



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Pine Cone Wedding Decorations

If you thought the pine cone wedding decorations in our earlier post were special, you'll surely appreciate these.    Pine cones are such an inviting addition to winter wedding decor.   Resources below.


Invitation;   Pine cone bouquets (rusticweddingchic.com);   Cloched pine cone (brabournefarm.blogspot.com);   Tablescape (theknot.com)

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Whimsical Wedding Cakes

Wouldn't any one of these whimsical wedding cakes add a fun element to your reception?   I love it when couples bring their personalities into wedding details.   Don't be afraid to share your whimsical side.

Add more humor with a funny wedding cake topper.


Images courtesy of Wedding Flowers and Reception Ideas

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Winter Wedding Favors Put Snowflakes Front and Center

Your winter wedding guests are sure to warm up to these charming and oh, so practical winter wedding favors.    Isn't it interesting how each favor type has a different snowflake pattern the same as in nature?



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Convertible Bridesmaid Dresses - So Versatile

These convertible bridesmaid dresses by twobirds can be twisted and draped 15 different ways to flatter each one of your bridesmaids and be worn again and again.   Available in vibrant colors and multiple lengths, the dresses are a wonderful way to complement each bridesmaid's style while maintaining a cohesive look.



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Personalized Wedding Plates

Aren't these personalized wedding plates something special?   What a lovely way to personalize your reception, shower or anniversary tables.



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Fall Wedding Cakes

With Thanksgiving just days away, I'm definitely in a hearth and harvest sort of mood.   I just want to enjoy the beautiful autumnal colors before the twinkling lights and yuletide decorations take over.   These fall wedding cakes definitely showcase the beauty of fall palettes.



Images courtesy of:   Row 1:   cakewrecks.com, saralynnpaige.com   Row 2:   theknot.com, cakewrecks.com



Images courtesy of:  Row 1:  budgetdreamweddings.com, brides.com   Row 2:   bride.ca, brides.com

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Sage and Yellow Wedding Theme

I have to be honest about the inspiration for this sage and yellow wedding theme.   While watching Dancing With The Stars last night, I was drawn to the color scheme in the Ricki Lake interview room.   The deep sage walls and saffron yellow window treatments complemented each other in the most beautiful way!    Don't you agree?    Resources follow.


Image credits & resources:
Table number, Flower girl basket, Personalized ribbon;  Olive tray/spreader favors;   Bride w/bouquet, tablescape (weddingobsession.com);   Cupcake picks;    Couple under tree (utah-weddingphotographer.com);  Bridesmaids (dipity.com)

Gotta Love!

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Insuring Your Wedding Rings

Don't let the hustle and bustle of the holiday season result in loss or damage to your wedding rings.   During the winter months, it's easy for rings to come off simply by removing a pair of gloves.

Insuring your wedding rings is easy and affordable at Jewelers Mutual.    Should you ever experience loss, theft or damage to your jewelry, you're covered for the full value of the jewelry and you get to choose your own jeweler for repair/replacement.

Get a free, no-obligation quote by entering the retail value of your jewelry item and your state at jewelersmutual.com.

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Teal & Apple Green Beach Wedding Theme

The modern blooms on the wedding cake inspired this elegant teal and apple green beach wedding theme.    The invitation complements the cake so perfectly that it seems they were made for each other.   Resources below.


Image credits & resources:
Shell place card holder, Invitation;  Cake (thecakeblog.com);   Bouquet;    Bridesmaid dress (designpillblog.wordpress.com);  Groom boutonniere (theknot.com);   Shoes (zappos.com);    Favors station ;  Starfish w/bow (beachweddingsinflorida.com)

Gotta Love!


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Wedding Welcome Bags - What To Include

For out-of-town guests, wedding welcome bags are a thoughtful and appreciated gesture.   Weary travelers are always happy to receive an assortment of delectable and practical items.

What should be included in your goodie bags?   It's always safe to start with the basics:   a map of the area, transportation info, area attractions, pain reliever, water bottles, tissues, notepad & pen, gum, and mints.   For late nights in the hotel room, guests will be grateful for munchies and entertaining items:   microwave popcorn, nuts, crackers, jam, cheese, sausage, cookies, fresh fruit, beverages, crossword puzzles and playing cards.

Personalize your bags by:    (1) including treats associated with the area, (2) printing your names and wedding date on items, or (3) enclosing a note.   Package all of your goodies in containers that are suitable to your wedding theme if possible (pails for beach wedding, cowboy hats for western wedding) or opt for eco-friendly totes that guests can use again and again when they return home.


Image credits & resources:
Eco-friendly tote, Personalized water bottle labels, Wedding tissues, Personalized mints, Personalized playing cards;  Personalized jam, Notepad/pen set;   Welcome basket on door (The Charmed Event);   Fruit (eatgreenmonkey.com)

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Planning a Wedding Menu - Dining Scenarios

When planning your wedding reception menu, there are several factors to consider.   Budget, number of guests, venue, and personal taste will dictate the direction your menu takes.

Sit-Down (Plated) Dinner

Works best for:    Receptions at a club, ballroom or catering facility.

Note:   It's assumed that plated dinners are pricier than buffets but this isn't always the case.   Ask for the actual price difference between seated dinners and buffets.



Buffet

Works best for:   Those who want multiple entrees and have a guest list of 100 or less (long lines can form).

NOTE:   Ask how long the food will sit out (for taste and health reasons) and if waitstaff will direct traffic to the buffet.



Cocktail Party

Works best for:   Couples on a tight budget and those with large guest lists.    Hors d'oeuvres cost much less than a sit-down meal.

NOTE:   It's best to start a cocktail party reception around 8:00 pm or so.   A reception starting at 5:00 or 6:00 pm suggests that dinner will be served.    Also, because a cocktail party reception involves lighter fare, it's best to keep it under three hours to avoid ravished guests as the party progresses.


Casual Outdoor Dinner

Works best for:   Couples who prefer a laid-back, informal dinner and venue.   Can be held in a backyard, barn or park setting.

NOTE:   If the reception takes place in the backyard of a private home, are you okay with catering staff in your kitchen?   Will the caterer bring a cook tent?  How will they keep food from getting cold?   How will you deal with insects?



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Love Bird Spring Wedding Theme in Powder Blue and Grey

What's more spring-like than flowers, butterflies and chirping love birds on branches?   The gorgeous Modern Branches cake from Bobbette & Belle provided the inspiration for this board in powder blue and grey.   I love when pastels combine with grey to create a soft yet sophisticated palette.


Image credits & resources:
Love bird salt & pepper shakers, Butterfly favor tag, Birdcage wishing well, Bird place cards;  Cake (bobbetteandbelle.com);   Menu card & mini cake (5ive15ifteen.com);    Bride;  Reception tables(theknot.com);   Bridal party (apriloharephotography.com);    Ring (greenwichjewelers.com);  Groom (ameliajohnsonphotography.com);   Shoes (Daniel Kiyoi Photography)

Gotta Love!

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Wedding Music: Beyonce's Latest Singles For Your Wedding Parties

If you're not among the tens of thousands of Beyoncé fans who have uploaded their wedding photos and set them to Love on Top, you can still get in on the fun.    Kaptur just announced the release of two more songs from her latest album.

Party and Celebration are the perfect songs to use as a soundtrack for photos from your engagement party, bridal shower or bachelorette party.


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What's Your Wedding Day Must-Have? - Brides Share

What's the one thing that has to be a part of your wedding day?   We recently asked brides-to-be to reveal their must-have wedding accessories and here are the responses we received.   Is your must-have listed?

• A Wish Tree:   Guests can write their wishes for us and hang them on the branches so we can always look back and remember that day!   -   Amanda N.
  
  
• Definitely, the cake.    We both have a sweet tooth and I know it's our priority for our wedding.    -   Soniely L.
  
  
• The one wedding accessory that I must have would be my necklace with my mothers' picture in it since she is no longer with me.   -   Shelley O.
  
  
• Wedding favors so my wedding guests will truly appreciate the gifts and favors as a keepsake of my wedding celebration.  -  Tatiana B.
  
  

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Wrapping Up Great Ideas at Things Festive Wedding Blog

Over the last couple of weeks, we shared some fabulous and inspiring ideas.   If you missed any of them, here goes:

Green & Taupe Beach Wedding

Couture Bridal Accessories

Pink & Red Winter Wedding

COLOR PALETTE & THEME IDEAS

• Pink and red wedding color palette for a winter wedding.

• An elegant green and taupe beach wedding theme.

• A more casual green and taupe beach wedding theme.

• A gold and grey wedding color palette perfect for fall.

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Gold and Grey Fall Wedding Theme

A color palette of sandy grey, charcoal, and shimmery gold create a fall wedding theme that's elegant and festive.   There's even a DIY project that'll keep guests entertained.


Image credits & resources:
Table number, Toasting flutes, Paper frames on easels, Invitation;  Favor boxes;   Reception tables ;    DIY Crescent moon photo booth;  Jewelry on letter (greylikesweddings.com);   Branches (design-seeds.com);   Cake (theartisankitchen.com);  Earrings (anthropologie.com);   Dress (lulus.com)

Gotta Love!

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Mismatched Bridesmaid Dresses, Bouquets & Shoes?

I'm all for mixing things up when it comes to bridesmaid attire, but I have to admit that this is too much even for me.   When it comes to mismatched bridesmaid dresses, the overall look should still be somewhat cohesive.   Granted the basic dress is the same, but the different brightly-colored bows, bouquets and shoes are rather distracting.    Not only are the bouquets different colors but made of different flowers as well.

Image courtesy of Ruth Anne Photography

These two looks, hit the mark in my opinion:

Image courtesy of Kellie Kano Photography

Image courtesy of Laura Murray Photography

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August Wedding Giveaway Winners Announced

Congratulations to our August 2011 SpaFinder Giveaway Winners.*   Here's how they plan to use their gift certificates:

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