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My Wedding: 5 Things I’d Do Over Differently

May 30, 2011 By dena 1 Comment

My wedding was definitely the best day of my life. (This was one-upped after I gave birth for the first time, but at the time, things couldn't have been better.) A perfect golden California day. A glorious dress with my mother's breathtaking lace veil. Surrounded by all the people I loved most. Marrying the guy of my dreams. How could it have gotten better? Oh, it could have, but just a teeny-tiny bit, and just in the small details! I was a very laid back bride and pretty much said "OK!" to … [Read more...]

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Wedding Hair Inspiration: Highlights

January 19, 2011 By dena Leave a Comment

Your hair color will contribute something special your wedding day hairstyle. If you are considering getting highlights, make sure you test them out way before your wedding day, so you can adjust the shade if necessary (or cover them up if you really hate them!). Whether you want something subtle or a whole new look, highlights are a fun way to change your look. Make sure you have a reliable hairstylist, and then use this Hair Inspiration Gallery from iVillage to find that perfect look. All … [Read more...]

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Gorgeous Wedding Flowers by Color

April 11, 2010 By dena 1 Comment

If you've already picked your wedding colors, you may be wondering what type of flowers will match your theme colors. It's a good idea to do some of your own research before you visit the florist, this way you can compare prices in advance, and find out what some other options are if the flowers you like are unavailable, out of season, our beyond your budget. For a gorgeous array of photos depicting bridal bouquets in every shade of the rainbow, Martha Stewart Weddings has a gorgeous gallery! … [Read more...]

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White, with a Splash of Color

April 7, 2010 By dena 1 Comment

Although colored wedding gowns are one of today's popular bridal trends, there is something special about wearing an all-white wedding dress (by "white" I am of course including shades of white too, like cream and ivory). But if you are thinking "white equals boring," think again! It can be anything but dull, especially when you throw in dashes of color in charming, sometimes unexpected places! Shoes Colored shoes peeping out from below are one of the easiest (and most fun) ways to add color … [Read more...]

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Black is Back… For the Bride!

December 1, 2009 By dena Leave a Comment

Black is beautiful, trendy, and flattering. This is what many fashion forward brides are thinking, even as they contemplate their attire for the big day. Black dresses embellished with lace and pearls are an attractive choice, but those who do not dare go the whole way are simply adding touches of it, in the form of piping, embroidery, or long gloves, reports the Daily Mail. Not only is black an elegant and unique choice for a bridal gown, in these difficult times it's an economical choice, … [Read more...]

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Groom Style: Classic & Colorful

April 30, 2009 By dena Leave a Comment

So much attention is paid to the bridal gown, that we think it's time we give some attention to the guy’s attire. That's what Geoff White states on his Photography blog, and we agree with him! This amazing San Francisco wedding photographer is a big fan of khaki suits for outdoor weddings, and also loves seeing a suit personalized with a cool tie. These grooms prove that you can be classy yet colorful at the same time. Cool and confident, in a sharp, well-cut suit, bright tie and … [Read more...]

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Hello sunshine: The yellow wedding!

July 29, 2008 By dena 1 Comment

For brides who want something pretty and feminine, but are weary of pink, yellow is a hot alternative. If the color yellow makes you think of fuzzy baby chicks or iconic smiley faces, think again! When done right, yellow is fun, fresh, and sweetly elegant. WedSmack offers the following four tips on how to keep it real: - Color Block. Take a tip from home interiors and go for fresh-looking bouquets filled with chunky, alpine-white flowers. Then pop in a few super-bright yellows (like … [Read more...]

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Top 5 Wedding Dress Trends for 2008

March 9, 2008 By dena Leave a Comment

A wedding dress, in my opinion, should be timeless, elegant, flattering, and stunningly gorgeous. That said, sometimes you find the perfect dress that also happens to be a look hot off fashion's runway. Here are today's top 5 wedding gown trends! 1. Sassy Silhouettes It's all about the "modified A-line," mermaid gowns, and dropped waists with fluted skirts. 2. Lovely Color Designers are "hue happy" right now, creating gowns with colorful trimming and sashes, flowers and … [Read more...]