Wedding Inspiration of the Week x

Hello lovely people!

This week is a lovely quiet week after the busy baby shower event of the weekend. I must say they're lots of fun, and a great way to celebrate with mummy to be! 

Well folks lets talk shop. Wedding Inspiration of the Week, yes we're at that point in the week again were i love to share with you some of the imagery on our pinterest boards. They're fun, colourful and hopefully a helpful tool for you in the Wedding planning process. So lets get cracking......

I have to say there is a lovely revival of everything purple. There are so many levels of purple but luckily they are all rather key and mixing different tones is more on trend than one particular hue. 

Flowers are an obvious choice to showcase this rich, jewel like trend. The flowers in the image below are a real statement feature with their colours echoed in the table cloth. They look expensive, opulent, and ooze style. They look well thought out and are super no matter what our quirky British weather is doing! (image from pinterest)

The next image is a great mood board showing purple as a splendid core colour in many forms. Bouquets to table arrangements, button holes to cakes, shoes to dress, etc. A lovely detail to note here is how the pinky purples are mixed with the blue purple hues. They are all rather deep tones but depict a rather royal taste. All you would need are the Beckhams thrones and you'll have a right Royal day :)

(wedding.theknot.com)

If you feel all those berry tones are a little full on why not include whites and creams to soften the look. Why not have pops of green foliage for a more natural display. I adore the lavender, white, aubergine mix in the bouquet below. The stark contrast between the colours is creative. your guests will be ever so impressed with the selection. (image from stylemepretty.com)

Now for the most exciting and important part. The dresses!! EEkkkkkkk. Look how stunningly beautiful the candy lilac dresses look against the crisp white bridal gown, complimented by the array of purple tones in the floral arrangements. If you don't want to be so bold in the colour choice you could always go for calf length dresses with berry tones shoes and flowers. Or why not divide the bridesmaids in different colours depending on their status i.e flower girl, chief bridesmaid, younger bridesmaids, using deeper tones for the older girls and lighter for the younger, even opting for white/ivory for the flower girls with a purple sash. The ideas are endless xx

(image from styleunveiled.com)

Wedding Quote of the Week x

"He's my home now.....It makes me almost want to cry. He's the father of my child, and I'm the mother of his child. I'm finally a part of a family, and it's a miracle." - Drew Barrymore

Wedding Buy of the Week x

Hello hello hello!

For our lovely brides to be who are currently scouring the web for unique accessories. Look no further we have yet another newbie to share with you!! This site is full of exciting pieces which, if i'm honest I don't recall seeing anywhere else! Cha ching ladies!! A tad excited I eagerly beavered through the website to choose this weeks 'Wedding Buy of the Week', it wasn't easy!! There is so much choice, I literally struggled to choose. Then all of a sudden - poof......I spotted the 'Gemma Sutton and Donna Crain Boho Princess' head dress. OMG, wowzers, stunning. I am absolutely lost for words. 

If your a boho bride looking for the perfect piece to dress your tussled locks. We may have found 'THE' piece. At £290.00 it's a little pricey but I say money well spent. Unique and stylish this hair ornament will look amazing. Ok so i've been holding you in suspense for too long......take a peek now.....

Boho princess £290.00

Check out 'Luella's Boudoir" now at http://luellasboudoir.myshopify.com

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Made with TLC x

Hello Fairy bugs thanks for joining!

We have a lovely little treat for you this week, something a little different to our usual bridal focused features........this one is for our yummy mummy's to be! Baby shower favours folks and these lovely little numbers were specially ordered with a neutral, Hungry caterpillar theme in mind. Our nifty little strawberry creations were filled with jelly babies and given at the end of the baby shower as a token of thanks to all the attendees. Would you like a peek? here goes....... bibbidi bobbidi boo.....

If you would like to discuss and arrange favours for your baby shower email us at

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we can bibbidi bobbidi boo for you too xx

Wedding Inspiration of the Week x

Hello to all our lovely brides to be! Welcome and thanks for visiting our blog :)

It's 'Wedding Inspiration of the Week' day, with this weeks theme being all about, colour, vibrancy and Summer fun. 

For our brides who have a white, ivory or off white wedding dresses, here's some lovely ideas for you to add a colour pop to your day. Let's take it away folks.....

Lets start at the very beginning (yes i did have the sound of music theme tune in my head), invitations! You can make them super dooper personal by using colourful envelopes. I love the pink envelope with the rather simple, bold yet impressively modern slogan style. This alone gives connotations of a fun, colourful wedding. I actually love the invitation for a way to ask your besties to be your best men and bridesmaids. (image from raymondeejewelers.net)

Why not get your bridesmaids showcasing some fabulous, eye popping dresses. How lovely!! and the flowers could match too. Take a look at the coral dresses below. So chic and perfect for that summer time wedding, and with the weather we're having at the moment they're bob on! (image from bowribbonsandpearls.com)

A great way to bring the colour blocking is in the cake. I love the cake below for its delightful stripes in different colours and widths with a cluster of rainbow bright flowers on top. Again this is a simple but effective feature for your special day. You could even go that one step further and ask your cake maker to colour the sponge, either in your favourite colour or as a rainbow! (image from cakesbywade.co.za)

Now for some more fun ideas. This mini mood board shows some stylish easy peasy ways to add colour. Be bold, be brave and go full rainbow! Check out the gorgeous tulips. A beautiful shape in a variety of shades....stunning. How about colourful underskirts, bright lipsticks and floral headbands for the bridesmaids? Another way is to pick accessories with large vibrant jewels.....a bit of sparkle goes a long way and nobody ever misses the bling. Just remember if your going to do colour no colour can be too much, take inspiration from these images and you'll definitely get the summer fun wedding day of your dreams....

(image from weddinginateacup.co.uk)

One last thing, don't forget the guests. The best way to say thank you is with a yummy treat and our favours are made with TLC, personalised for you, and delivered to your venue, ready for positioning on your tables. Yes we make it that easy. Take a look at our pick 'n' mix style kilner jars........darling and real show stoppers. They will look ever so cute on your tables. For more information, ideas and prices email us at the-fairygodmother@hotmail.com xx

Wedding Quote of the Week x

"When i married Prince Rainier, I married the man and not what he represented or what he was. I fell in love with him without giving a thought to anything else" - Grace Kelly

Wedding Buy of the Week x

Hello Fairy bugs, thanks for joining!

Feeling inspired by all the transitional collections which are appearing in the shops I felt the need to search for something of a more wintery feel. Now i know i know the sun is shining and we are still in July! However i know there are a few organised busy bee's out there who like to get in there early so it's another tick off the list! (Very much like myself). 

I am a huge fan of Accessorize and can't resist a peek when i'm anywhere near! It's too tempting, all the sparkly beautifulness is a bit much for a magpie like me. So without fail in i pop. I literally can stand there in awe, and as previously mentioned all the new season delights are in.........one huge eeeek from me! 

I found this beautiful feathery delight, also referred to as 'Floral feather clip'. It's £17.00 and is worth every penny. This could be a great piece for bridesmaids if you are going for a sultry glam look, or if you are a guest, polish your outfit off with a little bit of 'wellllll-a'. It is new in but for our organised followers you can order online now at http://uk.accessorize.com

Floral Feathery clip £17.00

Wedding Inspiration of the Week x

Hello Fairy bugs! 

OMG this week is flying by........i actually think i have blinked and missed a chunk. I'm sure our brides to be have the same feeling sometimes. Well don't fear we're here to bibbidi bobbidi boo help and inspire! So run your peepers over this weeks 'Wedding inspiration of the Week'.

The thought in mind this week is effortless casual chic. Basically there are elements which, are effortless looking but really they are the perfect edge to the whole look!

So it's time to share this weeks pinterest imagery with you.

Single stem flowers have that raw freshly picked feel, and are so effortlessly glam just like the light pink peonies in the image below. Tied in a pretty ribbon they will be simple but striking. You could even add a few sparkles into the flowers or dust them lightly in glitter for that magical feel.

The dress shown below is a personal favourite. The cut is divine, the shape is stunning and the detail is breath taking. Teamed with the loosely made hairstyle below there is a real feel of 'it's my wedding and i just threw it together....isn't it fabulous' vibe! Perfect for our brides to be who are getting married abroad or (by current standards), having a fabulous british summer wedding. (images from thehunt.com and short-haircut.com).

So the perfect cake for this splendidness is one that isn't perfectly polished with clean edges. No. It should have ruffles and flowing lines, uneven details but still has that designer edge to it. So i wanted to share with you the cake below. Mirroring the hair style above it's gorgeousness comes from the fact it has an effortless ambience. (image from bridalguide.com).

A lovely detail which, would be full of fun and personality, a perfect representation for you day would be a picture frame surrounded by lovely messages and funny quotes from your guests. A great way to capture your too cool for skool vibe :)

(image from confetti.co.uk).

Now our favourite moment. Favour time!!! Why not continue the laid back look with a super dooper treat for your guests! (made and delivered by yours truly). Scrumptous milk chocolate hearts with white chocolate drizzled lovingly over them. Your guests will be thrilled :) for more info check out our favours tab above! For order enquiries contact us at the-fairygodmother@hotmail.com let us bibbidi bobbidi boo for you x

Wedding Quote of the Week x

'I love being married. It's so great to find that one special person you want to annoy for the rest of your life' - Rita Rudner

Wedding Buy of the Week x

Hello fairy bugs!

Well what a weekend! feeling hot hot hot.........it's been a bobby dazzler of a weekend so much so a pic nic was on the cards. I got my pretty little basket, packed it full of yummy goodies. Invited a few nearest and dearest and bobs your uncle pic nic funtimes. Which, got me thinking about gifts and presents, especially 'thank you' presents. 

I was doing the usual internet tooting and found 'Blossom'. A site with pretty much all the wedding accessories you will need. Erm no really.......it's jam packed. There is something for everyone and every taste. Feeeeewwwww this will save you time scouring lots of websites. 

I picked out these gorgeous earrings with the thought behind them being for the bridesmaids. Not only would they make the most beautiful 'thank you', keepsake gift but will be a great piece to sparkle and shine with a traditional wedding up do.

The elegance earrings are £28.00 and really do have lovely detailing, and if your bridesmaids are anything like mine they'll love a touch of sparkle too. Get your mitts on them now at http://www.blossom.co.uk

Elegance earrings £28.00

Wedding Inspiration of the Week x

Hello Fairy bugs and what a super, wonderful, marvellous heat wave we are having! I hope your finding time to enjoy the sunshine. 

This weeks inspiration has been inspired by the weather and all the beautiful dresses (summer styles) which, are floating around at the moment. So we say 'Baby's got back'. No really! The back is just as important as the front and in the case of all our fashion conscious brides out there.......this ones for you!

One of the key features, and relatively new trends for wedding dresses is the detail on the back of the dress. Yes its all about the wow factor when you walk back down the aisle as well as walking up it. Whether it's a lace panel, cut out detail, beading or a rather large bow, it's a staple detail which will show you have the wedding know how! Plus you'll be so on trend, your guests will be ever so impressed. 

There is also a rather canny functionality to the open back too! Whether you are here in the UK (with our super tropical temperatures) or abroad, having an open back will also allow you to be cooler. Let's be honest some of these dresses weigh a tonne so a little help on the ventilation side will be a treat (trust us)!

Lets take a peek at some of the dresses i've been ooooooing and coooing at on pinterest :)

 

Now i don't know about you but there is a real sense of glamour with  lace and beaded back details. They are classy and elude fashion awareness. The great thing is no matter your shape of style of dress you prefer the back detail works. Keep your eyes peeled when booking your appointments and give a few options a try you'll be glad you did. 

Don;t forget to ask your boutiques to show you options they carry so you don't miss out on any of the treasures they stock. Enjoy xx

Wedding Quote of the Week x

"If you find someone you love in your life, then hang on to that love" - Princess Diana

Wedding buy of the Week x

Hello Fairy bugs!

Welcome to this weeks 'Wedding buy of the Week'. We're showing the Mother of the Bride some love this week! Well every Mother of the Bride wants to look their best, and most adore a substantial fascinator. So guess what we have for you!! A Lovely website, new to ourselves called 'Chesca'. Full to the brim, (if not bursting), with gorgeous fascinators and hats. Mums are going to be spoilt for choice. There is so much choice, different colours, styles, shapes etc. Let's not forget about the other accessories offered, shapers, shrugs, knitwear, jackets and lots more to boot. Check Chesca out now at http://www.chescadirect.co.uk

We've picked out this stunning 'White and Black trim curved Hatinator' to show you. Now lovelies this little beaut is on offer it was £99.00 it's now £55.00 - such a bargain. Don't miss out there is a hat size guide on the site to help you :)

Hatinator now £55.00

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50 Favours for......

Hi Fairy bugs,

`happy sunny weekend'! The BBQ's are going, cocktails are flowing and brides to be are no doubt getting more excited about their special day.

To our Brides to be.....have you yet decided on favours? These key little gifts for your guests are becoming more and more important as a feature at weddings. Why not check out our range (see tabs above) and let us Bibbidi Bobbidi Boo for you (aka we create and craft, make and deliver personalised favours).

As our "50 favours for...." seem to be popular i thought i would offer yet another treat for our delightful Brides to be. So folks, here goes!!

50 Choco cups for £120.00 + delivery

If you would like to book made and delivered favours contact us at: 

the-fairygodmother@hotmail.com

If you email us by midnight on Monday 8th July we'll knock 10% off your order xx

Wedding Inspiration of the Week x

Hello to all our brides to be :)

Thanks for joining us and checking out our blog! As most of you know Thursday is Wedding Inspiration of the Week day. Happy days!!

So this week we have opted for the theme of 'extravagance". Eye catching, breath taking, opulent and little bit too much (but it can never be too much) Wedding extravagance! We have a selection of imagery for you from our pinterest boards. So you can see whats trending and what we are falling in love with at HQ. For daily updates why not follow us on pinterest at http://pinterest.com/afairygodmother/

SO lets get cracking with the decorations. Think full and tall with a hint of sparkle. Oh yes the sparkle! It's a key highlight feature which, will polish off the whole look. Roses with diamanties in the middle, crystals in your vases or on your tables and even crystals dangling from your vases to give that expensive Hollywood feel. A great tip here is to use tonal colours; lots of whites, ivory's with hints of foliage and softer highlight tones to compliment them. The lovely feature in the below image is the smaller arrangements and crystal votives just to add that extra OTT loveliness.

The cake below has been featured on our 'Wedding details' board for a short while. It's sophisticated, classic and absolutely perfect for the "nothing can be too much" look. The folds of the icing are exquisite and the diamantie and pearl bands are a delightful touch for a chic finish.

Continuing the glamour, sparkle style we have found these stunning bridesmaids. They are in perfect uniform and look so dazzling in their floor sweeping, show stopping dresses. Pure elegance springs to mind and with the perfectly polished up do's there is the acquired ambience created. Now some brides may not want the attention panning onto the bridemaids! But not to worry wait until you see the show stopping inspiration for you.........

hello!!!! Bigger in this case is better and the volume is stylish with the soft flowing folds of lace trimmed tulle. This is how to keep the attention on you at an extravagance themed wedding! Perfect white will be complimented by the flowers, cake and uniform embellishment from the bridesmaids. Strapless with a shapely bustier and full bow add delicate feminine lines to match the flowing folds of the skirts. Wowzers!! You will be the belle of the ball

One last touch would be perfect favours presented lovingly on your tables for your guests. We offer and unique service to make and deliver favours. Design for you with your wedding and guests in mind. We can add personal messages and names. Take a look at little boxes of love. Filled to the brim with sweet treats. Delicate lace trim and unique tags will look expensive and thoughtful on your tables. For more information email us at the-fairygodmother@hotmail.com

Wedding Quote of the Week x

"He was sitting at the end of the bed, and he had no clothes on whatsoever...He was all tan. Has all those tattoos - which i love...And i thought, 'You done good, girl.' I sure wasn't thinking of his high pitched voice." - Victoria Beckham

Wedding buy of the Week x

Hello to all fairy bugs on this fine tuesday!

This week we have decided to feature one of our favourite online stores.......Glitzy Secrets. Not only do you find supreme, unique wedding accessories on this beautiful site but every order comes lovingly wrapped. Perfect if you are buying your bridesmaids gifts or if you just want to treasure your wedding accessories after your special day. 

Now one thing i must share with you is not to miss out on the 'Special offers' section, you'll find a delightful range with a little bit off to make your purchases that little bit more purse friendly. (Now that you have to love).

If you would like to try before you buy why not check out the Glitzy secrets stockists list. They've thought of everything.

Now for the selected accessory. We wanted to share with you the stunning "The Vine of elegance". The name is a perfect representation of this irresistible bangle. Clear crystals with faux pearls on a silver frame of delicately formed metal work. At £34.00 its a breath of fresh air. http://www.glitzysecrets.com

Vine of elegance at £34.00

Up close - Vine of elegance