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This one’s for the groom – The Eldredge Tie Knot
It’s all about the details!
Here is an attention grabbing detail that will definitely add a little flair to a simple tux or suit. The Eldredge necktie knot resembles a braid and can be achieved in 15 easy steps. If you plan on adding this feature to your groom’s or groomsmen’s wedding ensemble, keep the outfit simple and let the tie be the focal point. .
Need a little more help? Check out the video tutorial here.
Happy planning! xoxo
Bridal Shower Inspiration: Bride-To-Bee
Shower the bride-to-be with an event filled with honey. Here is a little inspiration for a “bee” inspired event. Enjoy!
{Sign, Bee Honey, Bee Cake, Drink Stirrers, Chair and Flowers, Small Sandwich, Favors, Candy Bar, Drink}
Happy Planning! xoxo
How to tell a bride-to-be her dress is ugly
What do you do when a bride-to-be emerges from the dressing room donned in her new wedding dress and asks those famous words, “How do I look?” If the bride has good taste you’re off the hook, but what happens when the dress is dreadful…
I was recently asked for an answer that I absolutely could not sugar coat, but when it is the bride’s day, the last thing anyone wants to do is ruin a moment and a friendship. So, what is a good friend supposed to do? Here are three tips to help you voice your opinion without getting uninvited to the wedding.
Don’t hesitate: Speak up if asked. Obviously your opinion matters and you shouldn’t feel obligated to love every dress. Plus, if you feel the bride doesn’t look her best and you feel you have a valid opinion, by all means now is your time to voice it, especially before the bride shells out hundreds of dollars. Give a reason why you don’t like the dress and offer an alternative. Maybe the dress isn’t fitted properly or the belt is too wide. Whatever the issue, remember it’s the tone and delivery that can save you in this situation.
Be supportive: Weddings are expensive and stressful and some brides commit to a dress because they feel “the perfect dress” is out of reach. I tried on about 50 dresses and after each appointment I was convinced that I would never feel like a bride. It took a few more appointments and dresses to finally settle on the perfect one. Patience is a virtue and sometimes a bride needs someone to tell her to breathe and take a step back before making a big decision.
You hate it, she bought it, now what: If the purchase has already been made and there is no looking back, you might think giving up is the only option. Not so fast! There’s always accessories and if Ke$ha can make a garbage bag look glamorous, you can make an awful white dress fashionable. Adding a statement necklace, a beaded belt, or fancy earrings can change the look of a gown and can be the saving grace in ensuring the bride looks her very best. Check out Anthropology, Bauble Bar, Etsy, and Charming Charlie for jewelry and accessories.
Do you tell the truth when asked “How do I look?” Leave a comment below!
Happy planning! xoxo
Words of Wisdom
“If you don’t build your dream someone will hire you to help build theirs.” – Tony Gaskins
Five Things Every Bride Needs
{A Great Pair of Shoes- That you can dance all night in}
{A Garter Belt- One to throw and one to save}
{Lip Gloss-To reapply after the ceremony and before pictures}
{A Clear Umbrella-Just in case it rains}
{A Great Group of Friends-To stand beside you}
Happy Planning! xoxo
If I Could Do It All Again….
If only we could practice our wedding day in order to get it absolutely perfect. Unfortunately we can’t but if we could and I could do it all again I would have…
- Not gotten married in a church
- Started the ceremony earlier
- Done a first-look
- Brought a pair of flip flops or flat shoes to the reception
- Drank the champagne (I heard it was delicious! We used Moscato..shh)
- Not waited till last minute to do the small stuff that took forever
- Remembered the card box
- Took more pictures with my bridesmaids
- Hired a videographer
- Extended the reception until 12pm
- Grabbed a few sliders and milkshakes to go from the “late-night” snack bar we had
Bring Em’ Out
It’s been three weeks since my wedding but there are still so many details to share. One in particular is the entrance song. You know the one the bridal party walks out to and the song the DJ announces the new Mr. and Mrs. too.
For our wedding we choose two pretty different songs. Take a look:
For the Bridal Party: Shipping Out To Boston – Dropkick Murphys
For the new Mr. and Mrs.: Bring em’ Out – T.I.
I loved them both for the same reason – the intro to each song was upbeat and mostly instrumental. So they worked out perfectly!
Happy Planning! xoxo
Top 5 Etsy Picks
Whatever your theme or budget Etsy.com is a great place to spend hours searching for the perfect detail for your big day. As a been there done that bride here are a few of my favorite vendors. They were all super easy to work with, professional, proficient and worth every penny.
::Save The Date Cards and Invitations:: by By Invitation Only
My Save the Date cards were something I struggled with make a decision on. Why? Well because this is the first thing your guest would ever see of your wedding and the wrong save the date can send the wrong message. I ordered from By Invitation Only and could not be happier with the quality of the product. I loved my Save the Date cards and could not be happier with my order.
::Cute Cake Topper:: by AnnaCrafts
I toyed with the idea of just ordering a simple monogram for our cake topper but simple sometimes doesn’t cut it. I searched Etsy for something a little whimsical and I feel in love everything Anna Crafts creates. Her attention to detail is amazing and my topper could not have turned out better. Below is the actual topper I ordered. It was designed to resemble my dress, she included my Valentino shoes and my grooms Chuch Taylors, and my long veil. The topper was shipped from Korea in record speed – Next day and only $25 for shipping.
::Sign In Tree:: by Bleudetoi
You wedding is a work of art and your guest book should not be over looked. I ordered the medium twisted oak tree and can not wait to hang it up. Bleudetoi is an awesome company and everyone commented on how cool they thought the tree was. Here’s a tip. Have your bridesmaids add their fingerprints and signatures first before you place it out. That way no one gets confused.
::Unique and Edible Escort and Seating Ideas:: by Vintage Confections
I spared no detail when it came to my wedding and I knew my escort cards were no exception. Sure the normal tent cards could have worked great but how could you pass up pretty pink lollipops that come in a variety of colors. I ordered three sets of numbers 1-9 in cotton candy flavor. These pretty pops not only look good they are delicious. They are creamy and dreamy and do not taste artificial at all. If you are plan on ordering you can give one number to each guest or one per couple – which is what I did. They run under $4 per lollipop.
::Garter:: by Brook Hunsaker Country Couture
My garter was a little bit glamorous, a little bit vintage and a whole lot of fun! I knew I couldn’t just have a regular garter so when I started searching for my thigh high accessory I went straight to Etsy and found a few I feel in love with. At under $30 I knew it was meant to be and Brook was super easy to work with and very accommodating considering I order just days before the wedding. It was really comfortable and came as a set with a garter to toss. 
Happy Planning! xoxo
RSVP
I sent my wedding invitations out last Friday and have been receiving the reply cards in the mail ever since. As exciting as it is, it makes the wedding that much more real.
Surprisingly, I’m not nervous about the actual wedding I’m more stressed about what happens after the wedding. For the past two years I have been a bride-to-be, planning and gushing in the limelight of wedded bliss. My time has been taken up by appointments, fittings and answering questions about color combinations, dinner options and music selections. My stress has been the result of choosing wedding cakes, bridesmaid dresses and staying on budget.
So, what happens after the wedding? Do you disappear and become the old married couple. Do questions switch from “When are you getting married?” to “When are you having kids?” I’m not prepared! I’m not sure I can handle it….
But then again…Is it really even that big of a deal or am I just over reacting…..
Happy planning! xoxo
