New Arrivals-Add Something Blue to Your Wedding Dress

The days of a simple white or ivory wedding gown are all but gone. Today, it is becoming more and more widely accepted to add color to designer wedding dresses. Modern designer wedding dresses offer a wide variety of hues and accent colors as a refreshing alternative to the traditional white wedding dress. The addition of color to wedding dress has allowed a bride to walk down the aisle comfortable in their own unique personal style. Adding something blue to your wedding dress is a great way to stand out and give you an extra edge which can make your big day even more memorable. 

Satin Strapless A-Line Wedding Dress with Handmade Flower Accented Waist
Generous Smocking Bodice.
Lace up Closure.
Handmade Flower Accented Waist.
Chapel Train.

Lace Strapless Mermaid Wedding Dress with Beaded Bow Waistband
Scallope Edged Neckline.
Lavish Lace Appliques.
Beaded Bow Waistband.
Lace up Closure.
Chapel Train.

Chiffon Strapless Empire Wedding Dress with Ornamental Designed Waistband
Pleated Bodice.
Ornamental Designed Waistband Tie at Back.
Lace up Closure.
Sweep Train.

Satin and Tulle Strapless A-Line Wedding Dress with Wide Ribbon Two-Tier Skirt
Simple Bodice.
Lace up Back.
Satin Waistband.
Ribbon Two-Tier Skirt.

Taffeta Strapless Mermaid Wedding Dress with Blue Bow Sash
Lace Appliqued Bodice.
Blue Bow Sash.
Lace up Closure.
Back Button Extend into Chapel Train.

Unique Wedding Ceremonies Around the World

Different country having wedding in their own way, the royal couple may have opted for one of the ceremonies which mark weddings in these countries, some of them quite exotic. Here's a look at some of the wedding traditions celebrated all over the world.

A Turkish wedding combines elements of Western-style ceremonies with local religious traditions. Weddings are mostly held in luxury hotels and the bride will wear a white gown, adorned with a red sash, the color for good luck in Turkey. She and her husband will sit at a special table together with the witnesses, and an official will conduct the civil ceremony.

In the Muslim country of Morocco, the wedding ceremony takes up several days. Habits and customs are changing but five days prior to the wedding, the negaffa, older women who prepare the bridal chamber and the bride on her wedding day, still play an important role. The bride is given a purifying bath, then her hands and feet are decorated with henna designs, kohl makeup is applied to her eyes and she is dressed in her wedding caftan and jewelry.

The traditional Korean wedding ceremony is steeped in Confucian values. Every gesture and move is strictly regulated and follows a protocol. The ceremony starts with a photo session, often in a beautiful garden, then the bride's parents move to where the ceremony is to take place and wait at the wedding table for the groom's party to arrive.


 

Bride and groom in Japan come together either by a love match or through an arranged marriage. The ceremony itself is an extremely elaborate and extravagant affair and in modern day Japan is a combination of western style marriage and traditional Shinto ceremony, often held in a Shinto shrine located in a hotel where the entire festivities ,including dinner and reception, take place. Photographs play a great role and so does the dressing of the bride who has to change outfits several times during the ceremony.
 

Germans tend to be either Catholic or Protestant and the exchange of vows takes place in church  following the civil marriage in the Standesamt. The bride wears a white gown and walks down the aisle on the arm of her father who gives her away to the groom waiting for her at the altar with his best man.
 

Depending on region and religion, wedding customs and ceremonies in India vary greatly. However what they all have in common is that they are lavish affairs and symbolize more the social coming together of two families than the union of two individuals. Prior to the wedding day. Bride and groom are attended by seven unmarried females who apply a paste made from sandalwood, turmeric and rose water to the couple's face, hands and feet. The couple are not allowed to leave home after that until their actual wedding day.
 

Most Mexicans are Roman Catholics and the wedding ceremony take place within the church. Godparents play an important role in the tradition. The madrina de arras holds 13 coins which have been blessed by the priest and which symbolize the joint finances of the couple. The madrina de velacion is a woman of confidence to whom the bride can always turn for help and advice. Other godparents carry wineglasses for the wedding toast.

Make a Perfect Choice for Your Fall Flower Girl Dresses

As October is already here, Fall has already approached. To get you in the mood for the cooler weather, changing leaves and the excitement fall weddings bring, we thought we'd give you some great fall flower girl dress ideas. If you are planning a fall wedding, there are lots of wonderful dresses you can consider that will make your little flower girl feel like a little princess. Here are some tips to help you make the perfect choice.

First, consider the fabric. Your flower girl's dress material does not have to match your bridesmaids' dresses, although it should complement them. For fabrics, instead of the usual satin, you can try velvet, flocked taffeta, or organza. All of these fabrics will look amazing in whatever your choice of fall colors, and will certainly have enough of a princess feel to please your little flower girl.

Next, consider the style. It can be quite sweet for the flower girl dress to contrast slightly to your bridesmaids dresses, so if your attendants are wearing tea length gowns in your fall wedding, consider putting your flower girl in full length. Also have your flower girl try on styles that are both straight and full, although she will probably want a full skirt as it looks more like a princess.

And then, choose the color. Fall wedding colors are some of the most gorgeous you can imagine - from rich russet and sunflower yellow to more traditional colors accented with splashes of forest green or chocolate brown. Continuing with the contrasting look, if your bridesmaids dresses are forest green, consider sage for your flower girl. Warm yellow and pastel yellow, sapphire and pale blue, the fall color combinations are endless.

Finding A Suitable Wedding Shoes

A perfect wedding dress always related with a matching wedding shoes. However, you do not have to spend a lot of money on the wedding shoes. This article provides some ideas of where to find less expensive shoes and some creative ideas to glam up your feet.

Go for a versatile shoe. In the summer months, most shoe shops have plenty of plain white satin shoes. They're easy to come by and generally not too expensive. The benefit of white satin shoes is that you can dye them after the wedding, so you'll get much more use from them then you thought.

Embellish your feet. If you buy plain shoes, why not try embellishing them yourself? You can buy really pretty beads, clips and feathers from haberdasheries or accessory stores, then simply arrange them in your desired way and attach them with some glue.

Find a cheap shoe stockiest. On the high street there are a number of places to find cheap wedding shoes. Look in the department stores and stores that cater for end of line, end of season, etc. stocks.

Avoid wedding shoes boutiques. Many of the wedding boutiques and wedding dress shops stock shoes but a word of warning, don't buy your shoes from them. Often they're overpriced and you'll be able to find something similar on the high street for half the price. Unless of course, there's a sale on.

Beach Theme Wedding Invitations Inspiration

Every couples want to make unique their wedding. One of the most unique wedding is beach wedding. Before thinking about beach wedding, Couples pallaned about wedding invitations. Getting beach wedding invitaions samples is not so difficult. Here are some samples of beach wedding invitations.

Beach Postcard Invite

A postcard-style wedding invitation provides a great opportunity to add a tropical image that will make your guests long for sun, sea and sandy shores. Make sure that the postcard is made from high-quality paper and includes decorative borders around the photo. Place the "save the date" text above the image and the wedding date below. Design the back of the invite as you would a normal postcard with further details and the recipient's address.

Starfish Invite

Use a standard wedding invite and place inside a decorative matching envelope. Wrap a large ribbon around the envelope and use a glue gun to attach a starfish to the knot of the bow, for a dramatic but classy, beach-themed finish. Send the completed invite in a small decorative box. Remember to pick a ribbon that matches your wedding colors.

Sand Vial Invite

For a genuinely beach-themed invitation, replace the starfish with a vial of sand. Wrap a large ribbon around your traditional wedding invite and tie at the front in a bow. Choose a vial containing just one type of sand, or you may choose a decorative sand vial with colorful layers and images crafted to the side of the glass. Attach the sand vial to a thread and sew to the underside of the bow's knot. The vial should hang about an inch below the knot of the bow. Mail the invite to guests in a small box.

Flip-Flop Invite

For a fun invite that is particularly appropriate for a younger couple, have the "save the date" text printed onto flip-flop shaped cards. Glue the cards to the back of an actual flip-flop for a snazzy invite that your guests are sure to remember. To mail-proof the invite, use a small flip-flop sized box and place a sheet of cream-colored tissue inside. Add the flip-flop to the box and cover with small polystyrene balls. Cover with tissue paper and place the lid on the box.

If You Are Finding Garden Wedding Favors

If you're the earthy type and want to share your passion for nature's beauty, this collection of garden themed favors is just right for you. Some of our most beautiful favors can be found here. From bold floral sachets, to flower seed filled tins there's sure to be something perfect for the nature lover in you. These gifts are also great for outdoor weddings and bridal showers, or a classy event in the fall.

Nature's gifts are many, but the butterfly is truly among the most spectacular. And these multifaceted crystal butterfly design place card favors certainly capture the spirit of this exquisite natural marvel. A perfect way to add a touch of splendor to any event, each is features a textured square clear glass base with a metal wire extending upward to form a coiled place card holder behind the crystal butterfly.

These cherry blossom themed candle tins offer a round shape, the perfect housing for our elegant 2 oz. candles. The tins themselves feature a bold label, which you can customize in a variety of colors and designs to invoke whatever theme or style you want, making for the perfect addition to travel or honeymoon-themed bridal showers or receptions.

Our Flower Bouquet boxes are so popular, we decided to add a fall and winter version. The boxes feature flower bouquets on the lid. A gorgeous grosgrain style ribbon with the look and feel of silk. We have also added a new mini lavender buds sachet to the line of fillings.

Wine related favors are all the rage. And these A Perfect Pair bottle stoppers bring that rage to an all new adorable level. Each features a nesting pair of realistic colored poly resin pears printed with the slogan A Perfect Pair and accented with glistening rhinestones sitting atop a sturdy chrome conical base encircled with a black rubber gasket.

The Perfect Wedding Hairstyle Trend for 2013

If you're getting married this year, you have a lot of planning ahead of you. From finding the perfect wedding dress, to your hairstyle, makeup, and that's just getting things planned for you. You still have a long check list of things to take care of. Luckily, well with my help it will be easy to find the perfect hairstyle. All of the latest 2012 wedding hairstyles are based off of popular hairstyles that will look classic in photos (as you view them in the future) but still look trendy and current on your wedding day. Look below to see some of the hottest hair trends for the 2012 season.

Get Inspired By Braids

Half Up Half Down

Side Ponytails

Updo

Floral Accessories

Fall Wedding Favors

One of the best things about fall is the vibrant color palette. Warm earth tones that reflect the changing leaves make an elegant display at a fall wedding. Some of our most beautiful favors can be found here. From elegant leaf coasters to vibrant orange and red candles and our most popular fall leaf soap petals. Here are some fabulous ideas for your fall themed wedding.

 
Perhaps nothing else signifies autumn quite as perfectly as the falling leaves.  Brilliant and crisp, the leaves make a spectacular blanket of color on the trees and on the ground below. And, these bottle opener fall favors capture the essence of this icon in a lasting and useful way.  

Your guests are sure to enjoy the touch of fall's splendor that these festive place card holders will add to your event tables. Each gold toned metal favor features a sturdy round base with a wire leaf-shaped place card holder top. Decorated with sparking bronze rhinestones, these versatile place card holders are also suitable for holding a photo or note in your guests' homes. These favors come with fall themed place cards enclosed.

Here's a handy addition to anyone's purse or pocket. And this cute little lip balm favor gives you the unique opportunity to seal it with a personalized kiss. Each favor features a round container with luscious vanilla flavored lip balm inside, topped with a screw-on lid fit for easy application of the label of your choice.

They'll be stopping up the wine bottle but there'll be no stopping the memories each time your guests make use of these festive favors. Each favor has a sturdy metal core lined with a black rubber stopper rim topped with a stylishly-tilted leaf silhouette. Finished with a sparkling bronze organza bow and a designer leaf shaped thank you tag attached.

Top 5 Hottest Honeymoon Destinations

Once the wedding is over and the last guest has left, most couples look forward to their honeymoon -- five days, a week, maybe more, of unwinding, relaxing and spending quality time together in an exotic spot somewhere around the world. Honeymoons come in all shapes and sizes -- a beach vacation, a safari, a ski trip -- and are based more on the couple's joint-personality than on tradition. This list is just a snapshot of the world's 5 hottest honeymoon destinations.

SANTORINI, GREECE
Fall in love all over again with breathtaking views of the deep blue sea from cliff-perched towns on the Greek island of Santorini. Soak up the Mediterranean sun all day and enjoy one of the world's best sunsets at night.

BORA BORA
Bora Bora immediately conjures up an image of a newlywed paradise -- romantic overwater bungalows and miles of sun-soaked beaches perfect for traipsing around in a bikini.

IRELAND
Veer off the sun-and-sand honeymoon path for a romantic getaway in Ireland. The Emerald Isle's fairytale castles, lush countryside and cozy pubs -- perfect for warming up over a Guinness -- make for an unforgettable trip.

MACHU PICCHU, PERU
Take your love to new heights with a honeymoon tour of Machu Picchu, Peru's incredible Inca ruins, almost 8,000 feet above sea level. Start your new life together by crossing off a bucket list trip.

PORTUGAL
Looking for a blend of European culture and sexy beaches? Tour Portugal's picturesque old-world cities then head south to relax on the Algarve region's white-sand beaches.

Choose A Suitable Bridesmaid Dress

If you are the bride, you have the obligation to dress up your bridesmaid well; and if you are the bridesmaid, you must dress up yourself well to show your best friend's charm. So don't be bothered by how to select your bridesmaid dresses, I would like to introduce you some types of bridesmaid dress.

Do not conflict with the bride in fabric and design, you can received your friend and public praise on the wedding. Break the normal procedure, you have such more choices. No matter you choose what kind of bridesmaid dress, you must remember that the suitable bridesmaid dress usually the one you didn't think of.

Junior Bridesmaid Dresses - A New Force on Modern Wedding

It seems like that contemporary people always reveal a strong enthusiasm in exploring something new. This has been proven on their changing appreciation for beauty, style and fashion. This time, another sharp-cut transformation on their minds is detected: when most girls have been accustomed to inviting several even-aged friends as their bridesmaids, some brides-to-be tend to break away from this traditional rule. Girls between 3 and 12 years old appear on kinds of wedding as bridesmaids. They are called as junior bridesmaids.

Generally speaking, choosing junior bridesmaid dresses is similar to the process of selecting the bridesmaid gowns. Of course, the difference is that you should pay attention to the style that should highlight their age. Their role is quite important for your wedding so you should make sure the gowns for them are fitted.

Floral Wedding Dresses for You

Flower is a wedding decoration that could be seen on every ceremony. So this season, let's falling for floral wedding dress to keep up with the latest trend. Floral wedding dress do have different patterns and any dress decorated with flower elements could be counted. In lieu of water and sunshine, exquisite designed floral wedding dresses require only a beautiful bride to spring to life.

 
Taffeta Strapless Sweetheart Neckline Knee-Length A-Line Style with Flower Accents Satin Sash 
Detail description:
Softly Rouched Bodice.
Satin Sash with Flower Accents.
Pick-up Knee-Length Skirt.
Available in ivory, white and champagne.

Chiffon Sweetheart Neckline A-Line Wedding Dress with Unique Flowers on Hemlines
Detail description:
Unique Flowers on Hemlines.
Ruffled Bustier Design.
Available in ivory, white and champagne.

Taffeta and Tulle Strapless Neckline A-Line Wedding Dress with Rosette Skirt
Detail description:
Lace up Pleated Bodice Adorned with Beaded Waist.
Romantic Rosette Skirt with Chapel Train.
Available in ivory, white and champagne.

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No White Bridal Shoes, Try Colored Ones

A bride has a lot of planning to do related to her wedding day. But most importantly she must also focus on her bridal outfit. With the perfect dress and shoes you will surely be the attraction for the evening like any bride should be. Choosing the right pair of shoes can present its difficulties due to the huge selection. Brides can get a little confuse and don’t know what to pick. Some like bold and audacious looking models as well as colors. But some prefer to go with the traditional white colors.

But how if you are planning to have a colored bridal gown? Is it white still needed? Well it is quite difficult to find the perfect bridal shoes according the bridal gown but you still need to do many efforts. Pick the colored bridal shoes in gold, blue, pink or red according the bridal gown. Those colored bridal shoes also affecting the final look and first impression once the bride walks down the aisle.