Wedding Day Song Ideas: Cat Power, Lena Zavaroni & Badly Drawn Boy

A few more wedding day appropriate songs.  As always, find the whole playlist on YouTube and enjoy!

Cat Power - Sea of Love

Lena Zavaroni - Mama, He's Makin' Eyes at Me

Badly Drawn Boy - I Love N.Y.E

(for an instrumental processional or recessional?)

Leave me your favorite love songs in the comments :)

Wedding Dress Wednesday - Reem Acra 4832

I splurged this weekend on the Summer 2013 magazine of The Knot for no other reason than--you guessed it--THE DRESS on the cover!  I wasn't even looking for it, but when I walked past it in the magazine aisle and saw the cover I literally said out loud, "I need this," grabbed it, and continued about my errands.  (I couldn't help it!  Must've been the feathers...) So I thought it only appropriate to make it this week's wedding dress.  Friends, I present 4832 from Reem Acra's Fall 2013 Collection:

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Gorgeous!!  I love this little flapper-esque number.  It's so flashy and glamourous!  Albeit on the risque side with it's very revealing material.  Nonetheless, this is a good sign that the Roaring 20's and Gatsby style is still a hot trend for weddings!

And how amazing are the accessories?!  The headpiece on the cover model is actually an earring from Tejani--clever idea.  The shoes are Stuart Weitzman.  Then, when you dive inside the magazine, you find my new favorite clutch: a fan-shaped, crystal encrusted masterpiece called Samira by Clara Kasavina (comes in crystal + clear, crystal + denim and gold):

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UPDATE (7/28/13): Get this look for less at David's Bridal!

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Ruched Charmeuse Gown with Tiered Feathered Skirt Style D3586: Strapless ruched charmeuse dropped-waist bodice; Tiered feather organza skirt adds tons of drama to this already beautiful dress.

There are one or two (dozen) more dress in the magazine that I fell in love with, so those will be popping up in posts to come.  Plus, I plan to touch on some great new trends coming up in bridal fashion, so keep an eye out for more dresses!!

Have a fantastic rest of the week everyone and thanks for dropping by!!

Wedding Day Song Ideas: Labrinth (ft Emeli Sande), Eric Clapton (w Jeff Back & Jimmy Page), Ben Rector, & Coldplay

Bit of an eclectic selection this week, but I hope you find something you like!

Labrinth ft Emeli Sande - Beneath Your Beautiful

Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck & Jimmy Page: More than words

Ben Rector - When She Comes Around

Coldplay - Fix You

Listen to the running playlist here.  Enjoy!

Wedding Inspiration: A Patriotic (Fourth of July) Wedding

For most people, the Fourth of July is a fun occasion that means gathering with friends and family at a backyard BBQ or maybe a potluck by the lake.  Wherever you are, you know you'll be out in the sun, there will be lots of delicious food to eat, and at the end of the night there will be a spectacular show of fireworks.

Fourth of July and wedding don't always go hand in hand.  The wedding season has a bit of a lull during July and August, due to it being hot and prime vacation time.  But I've spent the past few days imagining how to plan the perfect Fourth of July themed wedding.  Here are a few ideas I came up with...

Venue Ideas

A little backyard wedding coziness at a beautiful old white house.  Take, for example, (1) the one and only Martin's Point Plantation on Wadmalaw Island, better known as the house that Noah fixed up for Allie in The Notebook (2) an adorable white house complete with a white picket fence and a white WedSafe Tent in the backyard, and (3) The Old McMullin House in Salt Lake City, UT.

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Dress Ideas

Short, airy and pretty is the way to go!

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(1) BHLDN Daisy Doll Dress by Anna Sui: square neckline, 3/4 sleeves, lace details & bow back (2) Lucky Dress Shop MW5468: Simple Ivory Ball Gown Knee-length Wedding Dress With Sleeveless (3) Ellie by Angels Bridal Boutique: Simple white tea-length wedding dress (4) Nordstrom Pleated Jersey Dress in Ivory by Suzi Chin for Maggy Boutique (5) BHLDN Jola Dress by Yoana Baraschi: French-inspired lace embroidered on silk organza

(6) ModCloth University of Marilyn Dress in Cream: Hollywood-inspired halter dress with pleats adorning its tied top, cummerbund-like waist, and flowing circle skirt (7) Alfred Angelo Style 2041: Rose applique lace and satin cocktail-length wedding gown with a sweetheart neckline (8) Kiss the Dress WD160: vintage strapless organza tea-length, short beach wedding dress (9) David's Bridal Style ES9895 by Galina: short dress features unique satin bands and modern 3D floral appliques, strapless, satin, organza (10) bupop.com Style 4836: Strapless cocktail dress with silk organza petals on skirt and satin ribbon sash in ivory

Decoration and Detail Ideas

Have fun with variations of red, white and blue, especially in fabrics and paper.  It's okay to sneak in some nautical features for 4th of July and Labor Day weddings--especially if you're having a beach wedding.  All stars and stripes are welcome!  

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(1) Red, white and blue pocket invites by Pink Piggy Design (2) Dress your maids in stunning bright red, strapless dresses (3) Minimal pops of bright red and blue for your reception (4)
Paper Rose Boutonnieres in red, white and blue by Etsy Seller TheLittleRedButton
 (5) Fabric Flower Birdcage Veil (6) Neutral pinstripes to keep the color light, accent with red tie or boutonniere

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(1) Brides dress: L106 Ally by Amsale Little White Dress Collection; Bridesmaid Dresses: Jenny Yoo + Dessy (2) Letterpress firework invites by Bella Figura (3) No summer event is complete without lemonade! (4) Patriotic tablescape (5) Red heels and blue striped socks!

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(1) Stripes, sunflowers, picnic tables and old red trucks (2) Dolly Couture The Edmonton: this gown features yards of soft rolling organza over satin and lovely beaded lace at the portrait neckline (3) Little Guy 4th of July Bowtie by Etsy Seller PetitePeanut (4) Red and blue menu full of delicious summertime picnic food (5) Drop-waist, scalloped lace, strapless, knee-length frock (by Aria?) (6) For a casual, DIY solution: decorate with bandanas (7) Don't forget the grand finale!

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(1) A simple line of red balloons to decorate outside (2) Paper goods by Hello Lucky: lively red/white striped ribbon to hold place cards with wooden clothespins (3) Bridesmaids in navy satin fitted dresses with a white sash and red heels (4) Pennant flag banners and lights all over the trees help make for a casual yet intimate picnic-style reception that works well in daylight and the dark!

So many ideas!  But I'll say, overall, keep it light and fun.  It's summertime, so let in the sunshine and playfulness on your joyous occasion.

Share with me in the comments how you would plan a patriotic-and-summer-themed wedding.  Have a happy (and safe) 4th of July, friends!