let them eat (my) cake.

Well, NOW we're talking.

Why wouldn't I want a giant cake of myself on my wedding day?

Bad Romance

Reading Manolo Brides, I came across these:



which, I can only imagine, were designed for the Gags.

Breaking with Pattern

So far, the only print we've seen in our wedding research is the ever hideous newsletter we posted about months ago. Oh yeah, and that one MOH dress that we really liked. So when we saw this:

we didn't really know what to think.

Individually, the dresses are nothing spectacular. I mean, they're certainly pretty, but I have one just like them (only shorter) that I got for $30 at Suzy Shier. You feelin' me?


Still, it was brave of the bride not only to choose a pattern for her bms, but to go WAY out on a limb and put them in BLACK AND WHITE, and we always tip our hats to anyone daring enough to break with convention. What's more, she keeps it fresh and feminine by throwing in the soft pink bouquets. Sure, they're a little simple, but they HAVE to be: anything more elaborate would completely detract from and defeat the purpose of a patterned dress.

This is one of those "the whole is greater than the sum of its parts" things. I mean, the party looks gorgeous all together.


Not even throwing the bride in the mix throws it off-balance.


One caveat:
yes, ok, fine, it's now okay to wear navy blue and black together, and the "red and pink don't match" idea was thrown out the window years ago. Still. Unless directly requested by the bride (as per bridal party thematic specifications), it is a poor choice to wear a floor-length fire-engine red number to a wedding. ESPECIALLY when you will be made to hold pink flowers. Don't do it. Just think twice, for the sake of our love, for the memories ... This is getting serious ...

(Bonus points for anyone who can Name That Quote ...)

Are shoes even too much to ask for?

It's no secret that I hate beach weddings.

But I just find that they are simply too difficult to pull off properly. Sue me.

Here is a prime example:

I don't know what I find more offensive.

The fact that the groom is wearing a wooden-beaded choker necklace.

Or the groomsmen in general. I mean, look at those outfits! And they're barefoot, for God's sake! BAREFOOT! And the best part is that everyone else is wearing shoes! I cannot believe that I actually found myself RELIEVED when I noticed that groom was wearing (hideous and atrocious) flip-flops!

It's as though the flight carrying the original groomsmen was late, so the bride and groom just replaced them with the resort's hotel staff!!

Beyond unacceptable.

And while we're here, I'm just wondering what is going on with the bridesmaids. I think separately, each dress isn't too bad. But mixing it up with these green-and-black combinations is cheesier than Velveeta. Also, these people clearly didn't read the WB bouquet guides.

Birds of a Feather Flock Together

Yes yes, ok, fine. You've seen a lot of "feathery business" on here lately, and maybe you're annoyed. Well guess what? Our celebrity guest contributor, Jen Watson, is NOT. In fact, she's sent in a whole gaggle (by google) of images from a recent wedding that employed the feather-flower 1-2 punch to maximum effect. Have a gander:


This, dear readers, is a real-life example of what we have referred to (just in our last post) as a "fearless bride." Texture. Pattern. Variety - a mixed media bouquet, all within classic, earthy tones. Let's have a closer look:


What more could you possibly ask for, you ask?

The same thing applied to the bridal party.

But wait, it doesn't stop there. This bride brought her floral theme full-circle by applying it to the groom. Why leave your man out while you have all the fun? Every bird does, after all, have not one but two wings.

We love it. Many thanks to Jen for this exceptional find, and well-done, bride!

Color me...

You've seen our Guide to White Bouquets, so we thought it was only fair to share our thoughts on bouquets of the colored variety.

Intrigued?

Read on.

A Guide to Colored Bouquets

by: WB

DO mix it up! Want to stick with the same type of flower? Well then choose a few shades of color to work with. Afraid of using too much color or too much of that flower? Well then spice things up with a variety of flowers!

DO try and embrace some bright colors! Just because you're getting married, doesn't mean the only color palette you can use involves pastels. This bride's wedding was in October, so she chose autumn-friendly tones of orange, yellow and red. How lovely!

Summer wedding? DON'T be afraid to use some darker hues! Sure this bouquet has a variety of flowers AND colors, but when it all works so well together, who could object?

DON'T be boring!! Even if you decide to stick with a one-color/one-flower bouquet, you can still keep it interesting. Feathers! Buttons! Stripes! Bows! Don't be afraid to show a little character, Brides! Or, you will likely just put your guests to sleep with your predictability. No one wants that.

But please, DON'T overdo it! You don't want to seem like a boring bride, but you don't want to give your guests a seizure either. Are those ribbons I see? Was there an Awful Bouquet contest to be won?

DON'T get stuck in the 80s. No matter how many times your mother tells you that V-shaped cascading rose bouquets are "classic", don't listen. She is dead wrong. And probably just reminiscing about her own wedding.

And on on the topic of roses, DON'T opt for the usual red rose bouquet. Been there, done that. Oh, I see, you want to seem a little more original by adding "diamond" studs? How predictable. I'm still grossly unimpressed by your efforts, Bride.

Moral of the story: Fun and original = good. Boring and dreary = bad. But at the same time, try and stick to a theme - choosing either a specific flower or color. No one wants a train-wreck bouquet. Or do they?

Still not sure what is right for you? Let's take a look at a few examples:

For the Traditional Bride:

Soft colors, rich textures, and an intriguing arrangement. A bouquet can be classic, yet still interesting and youthful.

For the Dramatic Bride:

Want to make a statement? Not afraid of a little black? Is Vivienne Westwood your idol? Then this calla lilly bouquet is for you! Incredibly chic and gorgeously dramatic.

For the Fearless Bride:

Colors! Feathers! Pearls! Borderline offensiveness! You don't care. If it's different, you want it. So show those roses-toting brides a thing or two, with this feathered masterpiece!

For the Bride Who needs to Keep her Hands Warm

So you're having a winter wedding. And you want a bouquet AND a fur hand muff...at the same time. Compromise? Never! Just get yourself the innovative Hand Muff Bouquet, and get ready to throw any taste you may have left, right out the window!

For the Bride Who loves Valentine's Day...a lot

Don't you just love hearts? They're just so....romantic! And isn't your wedding day supposed to be about romance and love!? Well then it's only obvious for you to have a heart shaped bouquet! Who cares if the guests gag in your face each time they lay their eyes on the atrocity in your hands? You're in love! And you want to show it! With flowers! (puke)

For the Bride Who has Lost her Mind

Why of course you want an Ardene- inspired beaded bouquet! I mean, nothing is better suited for your blue trimmed dressed! Although, something is definitely missing in this picture....Ah yes. Elbow length gloves. Also to be found at Ardene's. One-stop shopping for our crazy (albeit lovable) Bride!

These are a Few of my Favourite Things

Feathers. And flowers. Together? As long as we're on a bouquet kick, we thought we'd ask.



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