2016 wedding trends we love: rose quartz

We're loving the rose quartz/blush/pink gold trend that's pop up as a front running trend for 2016 weddings. Check out the lovely items we found on Etsy that would help make any bride's wedding a pretty hit:

Wedding trend of the year: rose quartz

A collection of wedding items featuring Pantone's color of the year and one of the top 2016 wedding trends, rose quartz.

Dusty Rose Quartz SEQUIN Tablecloth Select Your Size! Sequin Overlays,Gatsby Wedding,Glam Wedding,Vintage Weddings,Rose Gold Wedding VowWowDecor $85.00	Blush Earrings,Bridal Blush Earrings,Rose Quartz Swarovski Studs,Bridal Blush Earrings,Rose Quartz Earrings,Bridal Blush Crystal Earrings iloniti $43.00
Rose Quartz Wedding Shoe Clips,Bridal Shoe Clips, MANY COLORS, Satin Bow Shoe Clips, Bridesmaids, Clips for Wedding Shoes, Bridal Shoes ShoeClipsOnly $28.00	Printable Blush, Black and Gold Champagne Brunch bridal shower Invitation glassslipperdesigns $20.00
CLEARANCE - Fluorite, Quartz and Agate Blossom Hair Comb BuffaloGemstones £12.50	Rose Quartz Sequin Table Cloth 120 in Round Tablecloth Rose Gold Sparkle Glitter Sequin Table Cloth Wedding Cake Table Smashparty ChangesByNeci $134.00
Rose Quartz engagement ring - Delicate Jewelry - Pink stone ring in 14k Solid white gold / Everyday jewelry / CERISE by Majade MajadeJewelryDesign $360.00	Blush Pom Poms, Blush Bridal Shower Decorations, Rose Quartz Baby Girl Shower Decorations, Dusty Rose Nursery, Blush Bachelorette Party PomVillage $2.75
SALE, Rose Quartz & Gold Glitter Vases, Rose Gold Wedding, Wedding Centerpiece, Flower Vases, Wedding Vases, Table Centerpiece, Party Decora EverydayDesignEvents $13.50	Rose quartz dress, rose quartz short dress, Powder pink short dress Short light pink dress Knee length infinity dress short bridesmaid dress mimetik $108.00
Pink Rose Quartz Geode Stone Gold Wire Wrapped Bangle Bracelet SunandStoneJewelry $36.00	Silk flower wedding bouquet. Silk bouquet. Bridal bouquet. YOUR COLORS. Pink bouquet Blush bouquet Magnolia 2016 wedding trends. rose quartz kC2Designs $79.95
Pink Bridesmaid Necklace Blush Pink Floating Necklace Rose Pink Necklace with Swarovski® Pearl, Rose Quartz Wedding Jewelry ALittleBlingBoutique $29.00	Pink Bridal Sash, Bridal Belt, Wedding Belt, Bridesmaid Belt, Flower Girl Dress Sash, Pearl and Crystal Rhinestone Beaded Bride Belt LANA PrettyCountryBridal $22.99
Natural Rose Quartz Copper Ring Natural Rose Quartz Wedding ring Copper ring Copper jewelry Christmas Sale Electroplated ring ARTISUNtis $23.00	Rose Quartz Earrings in Sterling Silver, Rose Quartz Cabachon Earrings, Bride Jewelry, Rose Quartz Wedding Jewelry, Pink Quartz Earrings LindasJewelryShop $26.00

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Trends we love: black and white elegance

Black and white elegance is a big theme for weddings this year. This colour combo is sophisticated, sleek and elegant, making it the perfect combination for a more formal wedding. Bonus: it's easy to find decor and dresses. Here's some inspiration we've pulled together from around the web:

Image via Inlighten Photography

Image via hwtm.com

Image via Luxe Finds

Image via russwholesaleflowers.com

Light as a feather

Looking for a romantic idea for winter wedding bouquets? Feathers in a bouquet ooze romance and class. Here is an inspiration board we found on luxefinds.com:

Feathers are also a great way to incorporate an element of "fun" into your day. One of our favourite invitation suites we did was for a Paris themed wedding in Las Vegas:

Paris themed invitation by Glass Slipper Designs

To view the full Paris-themed suite, visit the photo gallery on the Glass Slipper Designs website.

Bridesmaid dress trends for 2012

The Knot released three of the top trends for bridesmaids dresses in 2012 today. Here are the styles that are hot for 2012:


Trend #1: Bows

Image via The Knot

Trend #2: Bateau Necklines

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Trend #3: Two-Tone

Image via The Knot

Fall wedding feature drink

Feature drinks are still a great way to add a unique touch to your wedding. I came across this recipe for a hot apple pie shot and thought it would be perfect for a fall wedding! 

Ingredients and directions:

3/4 c. apple cider
1/4 tsp. vanilla extract
1/4 c. rum
cinnamon

Measure 3/4 c. of apple cider in a microwavable container. Heat in the microwave until very hot. Stir in 1/4 tsp.of vanilla extract, 1/4 c. of rum and a pinch of cinnamon. Pour into a shot glasses three-quarters of the way full. Top with whipped cream and dust with cinnamon. Serve immediately. Makes 5-6 shots.

Trends we love: Lace wedding dresses Part 1

I can't get enough of the lace wedding dresses that are popping up everywhere! To me, nothing says romantic like a gorgeous lace wedding gown. Here are a few of our favourites from around the web:

Allure Bridals

Allure Bridals

Lovely lace dress via Google.co.uk (sorry, could not find out the designer for this one)

Henry Roth dress via One Stylish Bride

Stay tuned for Part 2 next week where I'll show you some more of my faves!

Fun Photo Friday: Wedding booth advice

Photo from Dear Inspiration Blog

When NOT to DIY

It’s no secret that DIY is all the rage for 2011 weddings. But sometimes you need to step back and think about the golden question when it comes to weddings: is it really worth it? Here are some signs that it might be best NOT to DIY:

1) You have to buy too many supplies. For example, for invitations, you would need a variety of cardstock papers (at least 100 if you’re having 100 guests); a scoring board; a bone folder; several different types of adhesive; ribbon; ink for your printer; envelopes; embellishments; and ink and rubber stamps if you are getting crafty. If you're looking to buy pocketfold invitations, you're looking at $1.70 each for blank pocketfolds. For all of these supplies, you would be looking at $200 - $300 minimum, and that’s not counting your time.



2) You have a large quantity to make. For example, it might seem like a great idea to make your own packaging for your wedding favours, but if you have 250 to make, your time is better spent elsewhere (unless you have a long assembly line of family and friends, of course)



3) You’re not crafty. Sometimes you just need to accept the things you cannot change. If you’re not “naturally” crafty, chances are it’s going to take you waaay longer to do things than it should and they might not turn out the way you want them to, costing you more time and money in the end.



4) You just don’t have the time. When it comes to weddings, there is a never-ending to-do list. Time is money, so sometimes it’s worth it just to fork over the cash rather than saving $15.



5) You’re willing to pay a professional who can get it done right and save your sanity. Some things just need to be left to the wedding pro’s who do these things day in and day out.

Trends we love: cotton candy buffets

What a fun idea for a dessert buffet! Instead of doing the overly-done candy buffet, an up and coming trend this year is cotton candy buffets. It's a way to show guests your fun side and add a pop of colour to your reception.

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Trends we love: coloured shoes for the bride

In case you haven't guessed, I'm a little obsessed with shoes. I think one of the best ways to incorporate some "fun" into your wedding attire is to wear coloured shoes. For my wedding, my shoes were my "something blue." Some brides like to match their shoes to their main wedding colour, while other brides choose to wear their favourite colour of shoes regardless of wedding colours or theme. Whatever your take is on the trend, here are some cool photos from around the blogosphere:

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 My own "something blue"

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Trends we love: rustic chic

I just love the simple sophistication of rustic details. It's amazing how natural details can add so many chic details to a wedding. For those of you planning a rustic wedding this summer, here are some great ideas and photos to get you started:

Aisle decor from theknot.com

Barn reception on www.projectwedding.com

 Head table at my wedding (couldn't resist putting a few personal ones in here)

Mantle details from my wedding

Candle centrepiece on www.projectwedding.com

Refreshment station found on www.projectwedding.com

Placeholders found on http://www.projectwedding.com/

Twig centrepieces found on http://www.projectwedding.com/

Reception decor from http://www.theknot.com/

 Welcome sign found on http://www.theknot.com/

Wheat centrepiece found on www.projectwedding.com