ACCESSORIZING- CRYSTAL HEADPIECES

Add a little sparkle to your wedding with a crystal headpiece. If you're looking for a headpiece that isn't too crazy or over the top, but you're tired of veils, then the crystal headpieces are a great option! These are absolutely stunning, classy, sophisticated, and fashionable.

ACCESSORIZING- FEATHER HEADPIECES

You all remember Carrie Bradshaw's wedding headpiece. This fashion icon made anything she wore instantly in style. After the movie was released, you could find feather headbands everywhere. There was no exception in the bridal industry. Feathers are a hot trend for brides. You can find them on the gowns, shoes, and bouquets, but my personal favorite follows Carrie's headpiece.

ACCESSORIZING- HORSEHAIR

Horsehair is a huge part of the bridal industry, but until now most people didn't see it or even know what it was called. Horsehair is not in fact horse hair, but instead a plastic banding used for the making of bridal gowns, evening wear, and hats. It is stiff and holds shapes well. Below it is used at the hem to add volume to the skirt.

Lately, horsehair has been used all over the wedding scene. It has become a major trend (thanks to Vera Wang) to use it for accessories. Veils are so last year (and hundreds before that). It's time for something new, and right now anything other than a veil is in.

BLACK BY VERA WANG

Vera Wang, known mostly for her high end bridal line has decided to take over the market. This bridal queen is no longer out of reach. She started a line at Kohl's called Simply Vera, a line at David's Bridal called White by Vera Wang, and her newest venture takes her into the world of menswear.

Black by Vera Wang is to be sold at Men's Wearhouse stores starting in Spring 2012. The tuxes will be rented starting around $220.


WWD was able to get the inside scoop and described the new looks. "The inaugural collection will be offered in two contemporary fits and colors, one black and one gray. Both will feature a slighter, shorter jacket, 30.5 inches versus the standard 31-inch length, as well as a narrow 2 1/2-inch lapel. The black tuxedo will feature a two-button jacket with a notch, grosgrain lapel, side vents and flat-front pants with grosgrain stripes. The gray model will also be two-button, but with a satin-edge notch lapel, side vents and classic flat-front pants. The models will be offered in standard, slim and big and tall sizes." -Women's Wear Daily

BEBE GOES BRIDAL

Bebe is starting the New Year with its resolution. Out with the old and in with the new. Bebe will no longer be known for its somewhat trashy chic style but instead for elegance? That's right. Bebe is releasing its first bridal line!

The line will launch March 2012 and will be sold at four of its stores including Oak Street in Chicago, Soho in New York, Rodeo Drive and Aventura in Los Angeles. It will also be available at www.bebebridal.com. The dresses range in price from $900 to $2,500.

The collection was designed by Rami Kashou who some of you might remember from Project Runway. He was the runner up on the show and is making a comeback in Project Runway: All Stars.

If you're wondering where all the sparkle and glitter is, fear no more. There is also an accessory line which is sure to dazzle.

GARDEN WEDDING

The Bride and Groom

The Ceremony

Having a garden wedding is easy. Use what is around you for inspiration. Try using park benches instead of chairs for seating. Hang things from the trees like lanterns, beads, or chandeliers. And a trestle makes the perfect alter.

Place Cards

Hanging your place cards from a laundry line is a cute touch.

The Flower Girl

The Bridesmaids

Drinks

It's no garden party without some homemade lemonade. Lemonade is refreshing and goes perfectly with the theme.

The Reception

For the reception, don't be afraid to use bright and vibrant colors. With a grassy green backdrop, the colors are sure to pop! Remember to always have a back up plan just in case the weather gets unruly.

Centerpieces

To create garden centerpieces you can use floral arrangements or take it a step further by adding items like branches, bird cages, and candles.

The Cake

I love the contrast of these cakes with the theme. They fit the garden theme without being floral.

RUSTIC WEDDING

The Bride and Groom

The Bouquet

Bridesmaids

Sundresses and cowboy boots create the perfect look for rustic inspired bridesmaids. Stick with dull colors for the dress for a vintage feel.

The Ceremony

To get a rustic feel during the ceremony, try to find a location with wood beams, a stone fireplace, or tin roofing.

Place Cards

These cinnamon place cards are simple to make and cheap!

Guest Book

Instead of putting out the typical guest book, have people write love notes and leave them in a distressed suitcase that can be bought at any antique store.

The Reception

The best way to create a rustic/chic look at your wedding is to have the wedding at a barn and to install beautiful chandeliers. The contrast between old and new creates the ambiance.

The Centerpieces

To make the centerpieces you can use anything from antlers to flowers.

The Cake

The Favors

NAUTICAL WEDDING

The nautical wedding theme is perfect for beach weddings, beach lovers, and venues with a lake view. Pull the theme together by using items from the beach, boats, and the colors navy and tan.

Engagement Photos

Using fishing nets, sea shells, and/or starfish at the venue or in pictures creates a nautical backdrop.

Invitations

Using rope instead of ribbon on the invitations is a creative way to close the envelop. Talk about tying the knot!

The Bride and Groom

Bridesmaids

Using navy blue and white as your main colors is great, but don't be afraid to add another color like yellow, red, or green for accents.

The Bouquet

The Ceremony

Using soft chiffon draping, dried grasses, seashells, and star fish at the ceremony all set the mood. Even if you aren't near a beach or boat you will feel ready for the open seas.

Guest Book

Instead of the typical guest book, why not have them write a message in a bottle. You can keep the bottle and/or break it on you anniversary to read the notes.

Table Settings

The Cake

Place Cards

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