GameTime

As I was thinking about all the things I absolutely loathe about this picture, I realized that what I hated most were the things that we, at WB, complain about all the time.

Instead of being super repetitive we're gonna leave this one to you, dear readers.

What are the TOP 4 (believe me, there are more) things that we DISLIKE about this wedding party?

What are the TOP 2 (there are barely 2) things that we LIKE (well, find acceptable given what we're working with) about this wedding party?

For those loyal WB fans out there (youknowwhoyouare), this will easy.

Don't be shy and leave your answers in the comments below. As always, click on the picture for the larger version.

(Obviously, you don't have to give all 6 answers. We'll take anything!)

Don't forget to check back on Monday, December 27th 2010 for the answers!

So, READY...

SET...

JUDGE!!!

And from all of us at WB: Happy Holidays!

xox

UPDATE:

So. Even though only one devoted and loyal reader shared her answers with us (Thanks Val-Z!! You did a such a great job!!), we know that the rest of you were just waiting for the right moment to show your cards (right?? riiiight).

And now...the moment you've all been waiting for...the RESULTS!

DISLIKE:

1. matchy-matchy hell

2. inclusion of a junior freakin' bridesmaid

3. fur. fur shawls. fur/mexican poncho hybrid on the JFB.

4. tacky bouquets (flower/color/composition)

LIKE:

1. MOH in her purple dress (safe and maybe a little boring, but I'll take it)

2. flower girl's flowered headpiece (ouf. adorbs)

Thanks for playing!

Marchesa, Marchesa, Marchesa

Remember when Nicole Richie was all trashy and tacky on The Simple Life and was only viewed, at best, as Paris Hilton's (hilarious) sidekick?

Those days are gone.

Somewhere between then and now Nicole Richie became scary skinny, hung out with Rachel Zoe, became super boho chic trendy, dumped Zoe, stopped being scary skinny, hooked up with Joel Madden, had two babies, built a fashion empire, became an "author" and really emerged as the star of her BFF's reality show. Meanwhile, Paris is mainly known for stuff like this.

Nicole and Joel got married over the weekend and, I must admit, she looked stunning. Apparently, the wedding took place in the backyard of Lionel Richie's Hollywood hills home, which was transformed to look like a french garden with tents and flowers galore. Daddy Richie also surprised the bride with an actual ELEPHANT - apparently, she's wanted an elephant at her wedding (for good luck) since she was a little girl. Well, now I'm just jealous.

The bride wore not one, not two but THREE Marchesa gowns throughout the evening. I don't know about her other two dresses, but the one in the photo they released is stunning. I'm obsessed with the skirt. Of course all that tulle may not compliment everyone, but Nicole (and her itty-bitty frame) definitely pulls it off. I also love the lace bodice. The combination of the the long sleeves and high neck, paired with a classic chignon and minimal jewelry is perfect (has someone been reading WB?). The dress feels vintage and feminine, which makes it 100% Nicole Richie.

Rumor has it that Paris was not invited to the wedding. Scandalous.

Better to be Sari Than Safe

There's a reason why saris never made it to the west. Let's face it: white women tend to drown in them or come off as entirely unmemorable against their bright, overpowering colours. That's why white women cringe - but only superficially - when their white daughters marry brown sons and insist on carrying out his traditional marital customs.

Mom, will you dress the part?

I feel your pain, white mothers. I do.

This woman, however, not only dons the sari, she rocks it.


I take it back. She OWNS it.


Choosing a conservative palette and pattern that work for her and pairing them with bold, chunky jewelry, she sees her daughter's "will you dress the part?" and raises it an "I will stun the masses."

Well-played, MOB. You're the inspiration.

Re-post: Puppy Love

Don't think I haven't thought about it.

I mean, it makes a lot of sense: she's there for me when I need her emotionally, she looks after the house for me while I'm gone (when she's not wrecking the house while I'm gone), and perhaps most important (let's be honest), she's a pretty face and a warm body to come home to and to sleep beside after an annoying day of dealing with (shudder) humans. Why *wouldn't* I marry Eska?

This man felt a similar way about his dog, Honey. They tied the knot yesterday in Toowoomba (oh, and woo her, too, he did!) at a lovely ceremony attended by 30 of their family members and closest friends, human and canine.

Congratulations to the lucky couple! Seriously. I mean, let's not mince words: Honey is no spring chicken. At 5 (that's, like, 33 in dog years), she isn't getting any younger, and Guiso did well to capitalise on her maturity. Those hips won't always be so functional.

Wedding: 3D

The Internets are blazing with news that Prince William and Kate's upcoming royal nuptials may be broadcast in 3D.

You know, so everyone can feel like they're right there...or something.

Hmmmmm.

While I think that it's kind of amazing, and will probably go out and pick up a pair of 3D glasses the minute this news is confirmed, I can't help but ask: is this really necessary?

And although that may be a stupid question to ask since we are talking about THE royal wedding, I just find it...odd.

What do you guys think?

Trashy?

Crazy?

Amazing?

Omgiwanttobroadcastmyownweddingin3Dsoguestscanenjoytheceremonyfromthecomfortoftheirownhomes?

Sound off in the comments below!

April 29, 2011.

Save the date.

Prince William and Kate (they like calling her Catherine now) Middleton are tying the knot in approximately 5 months!

What do we know?

She got Diana's engagement ring. It's going down at Westminster Abbey. April 29th has officially become a public holiday in England, Wales, Northern Ireland and (probably) Scotland.

I find this all quite exciting. I love anything and everything involving the royal family. They clearly live in their own unique world, and you know what? I just can't get enough.

Everyday we learn something new and bizarre about them - strange and dramatic details about their security team, royal "lessons" Kate is obliged to partake in, pre-engagement fertility tests, etc etc. There are even reports suggesting that the Queen thought Kate was too "common" after witnessing her mother chew gum at Prince William's graduation ceremony!

Amazing, non?

I live for this stuff.

For up to date news and (obviously) rumors involving the wedding of the decade, be sure to check out WB! We'll be reporting everything involving The Dress, guest list, wedding party, flowers, entertainment, hats (who's surprised?), scandals (if we're lucky) and more.

I wonder if we could get a live stream going on the 29th?

(A)+ Size

O.M.G. But for reals.

CW has just released a MONUMENTAL onslaught of ads for its upcoming show, "Shedding for the Wedding."

Shit just got real, y'all.

A spin-off the love child of "The Biggest Loser" and Say Yes to the Dress," this next reality TV sensation has been in the public eye at least since press release back in May, but is only set to hit the small screen mid-season 2011 (exact date TBA).

You DO realise what this means, right?

Inspirational drastic weight loss + fairy tale ending come true = Oh dear Lord, we have a cryer.

Neighbours, grab your kids and get them in their swimsuits: admission to the water-park down your street is free.

Oh yeah. It also means INFINITE material for INFINITE posts ...... mouahahahaha. Thanks, CW.

PS: somebody get Jillian Michaels a husband and some kids and maybe a dog or two. Everybody knows Bob is the better trainer.

I was gonna go get hitched, but then I got high

Barbara: Wow, Greg. We really thought this would be a good idea, didn't we?

Greg: I remember the night we came up with the plan. Your lesson had gone terribly that morning. Your meeting with your supervisor had gone worse, and the only thing waiting for you when you got home was your grant application rejection.

Barbara: We smoked a lot of pot that night.

Greg: You wanted to get married right away. You said it would be smarter to combine our incomes.

Barbara: Wasn't it?

Greg: You said we could have the party in your supervisor's backyard

and get the first years to cater.



And what would look nicer for a fall wedding than your new patterned dress and dark tights?


Barbara: Did we really get Justin to officiate?



Greg: You insisted.

Barbara: But hadn't he JUST defended?

Greg: He read from his dissertation at the ceremony. Don't you remember?


Barbara: Greg, we smoked a lot of pot that night, too.

Greg: Yeah. The cake was too small.

Barbara: Aww! The newbies remembered that I love tomatoes!

Just Click your Heels

It's really all about the shoes in this one.

I don't particularly like the dresses. They're not totally offensive, but the fabric is difficult and the color is dated.

I DO, however, like what is being done with the shoe situation. I think it looks both youthful and fun that their shoes are each a different color (even though some shades might match the purple of their dresses more than others) and that the bride opted for purple.

I kinda wish the the bridesmaid on the far left would have chosen a brighter color (yellow? orange?) and worn a higher heel, and that all the girls would have actually worn the same style of shoe (like the cute round-toe red and green pairs, and I assume the bride's as well)...but what can you do?

Compared to some of the wedding catastrophes WB has witnessed lately, this is cute and kind of unique.

I'll take it.

Honor Chair

Is that what I think it is?

Is that LOVE CHAIR?

A GIANT love chair at the honor table for the bride and groom? That is both padded and made of white pleather??

I mean, let's not kid ourselves, if I had it my way I would probably spend my entire wedding reception sitting on an (elevated) throne, sans honor table.

But this is just....strange?

For that "Jeans and a T-shirt" kind of couple...

Loyal reader "Ro" recently came across this set of pictures, and couldn't resist the urge to share it with the rest of the WB community.

I was thinking of the different ways I could possible introduce this post, and for the first time in my life I can honestly say that I am at a loss for words.

Just take a look for yourselves:

and this:

one more:

Ok. Like, WTF??

Besides the obvious (this is both ridiculous and completely unacceptable / are you both insane? / this is taking flip-flop wearing brides to a whole new level / why are you both dressed exactly alike / you look like 12 year old siblings who have to pose for one of those tacky family photos from Sears), I just think that this is a total slap in the face to all your guests.

Your guests who got all dolled up for your damn "special" day. Who got their hair did. Who got their nails did. Who are stuffed in their Spanx. Who are wearing killer footwear. Who are decked in their most uncomfortable suit and tie.

THIS is how you thank them?

By being unable to last in your wedding dress and tux past the ceremony??

Shame on you.

Shame on you both.

I am completely BORED by you.

i tip my hat

Finding a suitable dress for the mother of the bride or mother of the groom can be a daunting task. The MOB and MOG should look sophisticated and age-appropriate, but still chic and glamourous. Unfortunately, most boutiques out there don't offer anything interesting. The dresses are either tacky and overdone (too many pleats, too many ruffles, too many rhinestones) or simply boring and matronly (just because she's your mom, doesn't necessarily mean that she wants to look like one. there is a fine line between being age-appropriate and being granny pants). So what's a mom to do?

Well, thankfully, this MOG is here to show us all how it's done.

BAM.

How amazing does she look?

This woman OWNS it.

She's chic. She's sophisticated. She's sassy. She's flirty.

Not only is this a gorgeous color on her, but the cut is flattering and interesting. And I absolutely love that it's short!

And what about the hat. Oh, the hat.

I seriously LIVE for this hat. I mean, this woman is ready for tea with the Queen! It's so dramatic and adds so much flair, but somehow isn't over the top ridiculous.

Perfection.

MOBs and MOGs, take note. And grab a hat! A headpiece! Anything with a feather!

And don't be afraid of adding a little sass to your look.

The Wrong EmPHAsis, the Wrong SyllAble

"accent" (noun): an element, distinct from those surrounding it, used to denote special importance/significance or to draw particular attention to something (or to itself in an ensemble).

Or, what makes a 'detail' a 'détail.'

Accents on wedding chairs: acceptable comme idée, but be sure to flex your circumflex in the right direction, or you'll fall a little, well, flat.

Hate it or love it, this is a détail:


this is another:


and here, finally, a third:


They might not proclaim earth-shattering statements to write home about, but if nothing else, they make for a (short) conversation piece.

This (and let's, for the sake of argument, ignore how atrocious this spectacle is in general), in any colour, no matter how you tie the knot (or bow), is not even a detail, let alone a détail:


We keep seeing chairs 'accented' this way and ... yawn ... I'm too sleepy even to be böred.

FML: The Wedding Edition

Sometimes the whole "pets-at-weddings" thing can go horribly wrong.

Thankfully, this bride seems to have a good sense of humor.

(unrelated: the lady with the large hat is my new style icon)

(UPDATE: for some reason we are having technical difficulties with this video. apparently Firefox users (and perhaps others as well) cannot see it. if this is the case, just click here to watch it on YouTube)

WB, j'écoute

Remember when we showed you this?


Girl, you got it.

Thank you for listening.

First of Fall

It's finally autumn almost everywhere in the northern hemisphere but Baltimore - it's only a balmy 30 degrees celsius today in Baltimore. Still, even here, south of the Mason-Dixon line, drop in temperatures or not, the arrival of the fall equinox means the cultivation of the Fall Wedding alongside the abundant crop.

Among these are Fall Weddings Done Well.

This is an outdoor venue:


and these are great flower arrangements:


This:


that turns into this in the evening:


is the way to throw a party.

These are genuine seasonal bouquets and contemporary and flattering bridesmaids dresses in a fall-appropriate palette:


These are trendy shoes on every bridesmaid (for the sake of consistency):


This is grey-and-aubergine as God intended:

This is an appropriate cake and cake set-up:


Finally, this is a bride who, though her dress tends toward the snooze-fest, at least knows her accessories:


Charming. I am charmed.

Fall brides reading: just remember - you reap what you sow ... and that's not always a bad thing.

Adventures in Overkill

Ah yes.

The Art of Overdoingit.

While there some brides who bore me to tears, there exists another subset of brides who seem to want to do it all. While doing it all wrong.

Whatever do I mean?

Let me give you some visuals to work with.

Exhibit A:

Purple and Yellow. Yellow and Purple. Paired with the stiffest and most uncomfortable looking fabric ever. This is so matchy-matchy, my eyes are actually crying purple and yellow tears. And yet - do these shades even match? And what is up with all the different types of bouquets? Are those two MOHs? Why is that child holding a purse? Oh god. Is she a junior bridesmaid (let those words never be seen or spoken again)? This bride tried so hard to be cohesive that her bridal party just ended up looking like one hot mess.

Exhibit B:

This has to be a joke, right? I mean all those pleats. And silver. And sequins. And wind. Why, bride? Why? I think I would flat-out kill my wedding photographer if he would even suggest such a heinous pose. Also, I'm pretty sure the MOH got her fan at one of the stands they have outside of the Vatican.

Exhibit C:

Ack! I mean, I understand that the leather-jacket-over-dress look is trendy now, but this is styled completely wrong. The whole point of this look is for something very "tough" and "edgy" to be paired with something "soft" and "girly". So, if this was what the bride was going for, she should have chosen a more delicate and flowy bridesmaid dress in a lighter shade. This style of dress seems so "heavy" that the leather jacket simply brings it down even more. Also, this look is supposed to seem effortless, so those sleeves should be rolled up in a very haphazard way. I find it strange that the girls each have different jackets - I mean, the girl next to the MOH is wearing one that is way too long and the blonde bridesmaid at the end might actually have one with a hood! It's all so atrocious and overproduced. Not to mention that when you decide to have 10 bridesmaids, you should not have them in identical dresses because your bridal party ends up looking like some sort of weird army. Lastly, I don't even want to get into the bride's leather jacket or her boobilicious laced-up bustier top. Yet, when I look at her bridal party, should I even be surprised?

Overkill.

Get it now?

Hot and Cold

Last weekend, Katy Perry celebrated her Bachelorette Party in Las Vegas.

Apparently, Rihanna organized it.

Apparently, they're all sorts of BFF.

((groan))

I know.

What is the point of Katy Perry?

And does anyone actually *like* Rihanna?

Is Rihanna her MOH?

Who knows.

But I'm actually gonna have to give them some credit...

First, here they (along with other guests/friends/bridal party/whatever) are at some Cirque du Soleil show. Why is Rihanna the one in white? Even if it's not the day of the wedding, and maybe Katy Perry even gave her the "OK", it's still kind of a dick move, non? Anyways, Katy Perry looked nice in a dress that is typically "Katy Perry" and her little veil/top hat thingie is super cute (although I cannot endorse the purple and pink hair). So, ok. Fine.

The next day, the BFFs (and other guests/friends/bridal party/whatever) hit up some pool. Katy Perry was (thankfully) the only one in white. And her little tulle train/butt veil is kinda cute. Again - ok. Fine.

Lastly, I have my (and their) pièce de résistance:

bwahahahaahahahahahahahahahahaha

While the giant penis is kind of predictable, the message is solid gold.

I'm not sure who came up with this - KP? Rihanna? Either one's assistant? Ordinary-person bridal party member?

Regardless, I will officially award them all - collectively - 2 points.

Not bad.

Vera + David = ??

When one thinks of David's Bridal, I doubt images of Vera Wang's gorgeous couture wedding gowns come to mind.

Yet (in probably her smartest move in awhile), Vera has actually teamed up with David's Bridal and created "White by Vera Wang", a line of high quality and affordable (signature Vera Wang) wedding dresses, each ranging from 600$ to 1400$.

I know what you're thinking, dear readers:

WHHHHHAAAAATTTT??

VERA WANG FOR THAT PRICE?? NO WAY! THESE DRESSES MUST BE HIDEOUS AND ACTUALLY BE MADE OUT OF TOILET PAPER!!!

Actually, no.

Take a look at the (first) 10 dresses unveiled:

Not bad, Vera.

Other than the sad looking dress on the bottom row (5th), I sincerely like what I see. Each dress is a distinct style, making the overall collection appealing and accessible to many different brides.

Personally, I'm crazy about the 3rd dress on the bottom row (who's surprised?). The folds on the skirt (the fabric looks so luxe!) and the one-sided sleeve makes it incredibly modern.

The best part is, most of these dresses look like they could easily be in the 2000$ + price range, especially with a Vera Wang tag inside.

(Note that the 3rd and 4th look on the top row were inspired by the gowns she created for Chelsea Clinton and Ivanka Trump, respectively).

So Fashionista Brides, get ready. The White collection (in its entirety!) will be in stores in February 2011.

Check out this video with Vera herself, as she gives you (and Oprah.com (therefore, the entire world)) an exclusive sneak peak.

Man of Honour

Egos and estrogen had run too high. As the gay ringleader of a pack of jealous girlfriends, Jerry knew he'd never make it to "Maid of Honour": there were too many female contenders for the position, and he was okay with losing -- after all, MOH was big responsibility, and he was happy, for once, to peruse the company at the promised open bar and let Rory handle behind-the-scenes.

It was *just like* Rory to get plastered the night before the wedding, lose the bride's gown, and run off with the first random Greek man who'd talk to her. And when it came down to it, of course Jerry had a spare dress on hand, because what else are gay best friends for?


But fuck if he was gonna compromise his mint new Prada kicks and carry it over the craggy cliffs himself - that was all Brother-of-the-Bride duty.

Girls Just Wanna Have Fun

We've all seen them: the drunken and barefoot team of matching pink t-shirts struggling to run through the red light at 2am. They are spearheaded by the lady labelled "Maid of Honour." Close behind her are others with "bridesmaid" stamped across their backs. Successfully across the street, their counterpart in white, a fuchsia "BRIDE" spanning her chest, chiffon veil stuck flat to her sweaty hair, awaits her most prized crew of friends for more shot-taking, sharpie-scrawling, random-stranger-photographing fun.

Oh, how we LOVE a good bachelorette party ...

Personally, I'm all about the debauchery. What's a girls' night out without the next-day's promised embarrassment? A ladies' night out.


Oy.

Am I the only one to lament the return of "sophisticated" doe parties? What's with all these small groups of women dressed tastefully in their hottest LBD and deadliest pumps? Re-wearable matching headbands? A bride distinguished not by a tacky piece of fabric flowing from her forehead (or by the token piece of male anatomy showcased somewhere near her face)


but by a cute headpiece and trendy pearls?


Come on.

24-size font on ill-fitting cotton across the boobs replaced with 14-size embroidery on lace intimates?



Whaaaaaaaaa?

This is NOT what Cyndi Lauper had in mind, I'm sure.

Good Enough to Eat

I'll give it to you: showers are tough, especially when it comes to food. I mean, you want to serve something tasty, but not at the expense of aesthetic appeal and entertainment value, right?

Right.

Consider this:

or even this:


a tasteful alternative to this.

You're welcome.

(courtesy Raw Sugr Creations)