Wedding Inspiration of the Week x

Hi fairy bugs,
Happy Friday, we hope you've have a fun and eventful weekend planned!

We're a tad loved up here as our grandma and grandad are celebrating their diamond wedding, yes 60years! Wowzers! Weddings back then were very different, there was not the glitz and glam of today. Taking a look through their wedding album the simplicity is stunning, it's almost thrown together to create a "make do and mend" style. Lace was the trim of choice and effortless seaming formed chic dresses. 

Baring this in mind we have pulled together imagery from our Pinterest boards showing off a modern, chic twist on this outstanding beautiful simplicity. 

Noting the bridal parties dresses they echo the lace feature and clean lines of a wedding back in the day but, are pieced together in newer more current shapes. Remember you don't have to go OTT to create a dream wedding. 

The floral poses and button holes are inspired by make do and mend with their freshly pick from a meadow feel. Naive, raw and effortless they speak volumes. 

Candles and floral arrangements are a little more extravagant on the tables but this will set your room up for the day. Keeping pieces small, positioned at different levels will create the feel of grandure without the cost. 

Notably the cupcakes are following in line and are very delicate. The key here use of the correct nib, coloration and display. Show them off tall and proud to create impact and let the colour blocking do all the talking. 

Colours are also key and we have chosen to show navy with ivory as this creates a bold impact. The tones of the colours compliment each other and have just the right contrast to create depth and interest on your special day.

Happy planning xx

Images from top left to right:

modaweddings.com, themajesticvision.com,

ruffledblog.com,

stylemepretty.com, pinterest

Weddings......it's in the detail x

Hi fairy bugs,

Welcome and thanks for joining us here in the blissful world of weddings. Our job is to inspire you on your way to your perfect wedding day.

For this weeks "weddings.......it's in the detail" we found a rather nifty way of advising your guests on what goodies you have lined up for their Wedding breakfast feast. Mmmmmmmm yummy.........a little note to say your getting fabulous food is a great way to wet their tastebuds. Plus if your create a little cutlery wrap as shown below you could always add a personal note at the end. Oooo we love a 2for.  Menu and keepsake! It's just another way to bring a personal touch to your special day xx

Weddbook.com

The National Wedding Fair

Hi Fairy bugs,

get your diaries open, pens at the ready, for information on one of the biggest jam packed Wedding Events in the North West!!

If your planning your wedding and you want to know whats the most on trend dress style, what the newest cakes are and what the newest stationary is?? Then this IS the event to attend. Full to the brim of everything you need to plan a successful Wedding day, and with the best in the business attending you will certainly pick up fabulous hints and tips or as we like to state Bibbidi Bobbidi Boo.

3 whole days of Wedding expertise and know how and over 250 suppliers under one roof......you'd be mad to miss out. There will be stands for bridal wear, menswear, venues, photographers, honeymoons and outstandingly beautiful catwalks.

Excited... you should be there's lots more: a vintage area, designer flower market, inspirational sessions, the designer area and bars and restaurants. phew.....we said jam packed! Now for the important information......

This amazing event will be held on 15th & 16th March 2014

Tickets are available here: The National Wedding Show

There is also the option for VIP tickets which include:

reserved seating at the catwalk show

complimentary glass of fizz on arrival

a beauty box full of cosmetics

unlimited access to the VIP lounge

fast track entry to the show

plus more VIP benefits

Opening times:

Saturday 15th March: 10am - 6pm

Sunday 16th March: 10am - 5pm

So we'll see you there folks xx

Wedding buy of the Week x

Hi Fairy bugs,

welcome back to this weeks "Wedding buy of the Week". For our newbie brides to be this is a little helping hand from us on the best buys and suppliers in the business. Whether jewellery, lingerie, hair accessories, shoes, dresses etc, you'll find exciting buys right here. You never know it may save your a couple of hours browsing.......if you've missed previous weeks write ups, don;t fear. You can catch up in our archives :)  (phew).

So back to this week..... have you got a flower girl/s lined up for your special day? If so their outfits can melt the crowd and create a beautiful sweetness in your photos. A detailed dress can emphasise their part and personality on your wedding day. Just as important as the bridesmaid, flower girls are known for wearing fabulous styles which compliment the bridal party. Everyone wants their little angels to look adorable and what we have lined up certainly hits the nail on the head. So lets take a look at the Baby Javana dress from Monsoon. A steal at £48, this divine ensemble has layers of net shot with glitter and a lace bodice adorned with applique flowers. Perfect for darlings 0-3 years. How cute!! Just think how charming they would look waddling down the aisle. xx

Wedding Inspiration of the Week x

Hi fairy bugs,

Happy Friday! This week has flown by........and to be honest a little bit excited about yesterday's snowy attempt.

Are you ready for this weeks inspiration mood board......we're sharing with you a rustic charm perfect for brides to be who love "make do and mend" or even just have a passion for upcycling. 

It all started with this beautiful image of a rather rustic looking greenhouse (we say greenhouse but it's on a mass scale) the way the table is centrally positioned with an almost "Walton's" kind of family theme is beautiful. Raw, understated and unique.....it's all about sharing a special day together. From the vintage-esque table cloths to the "freshly picked" floral arrangements there's an innocence that makes the style so special. One detail which brings a really shabby chic, designer touch to this setting is the chandeliers. A sparkly beacon to bring a bit of ooo la la to your day.

Baring this in mind we have pulled together a few more images from our ever growing Pinterest boards to help you see how this style could work for you.

A super way to dress a space like this is by hanging meaningful quotes, cute phrases and imagery from your happiest days together at different points, at different levels, in a mixture of frames and colours. 

Let's also not forget about candles and floral attributes. Single stem flowers are pretty and mixing wild specimens offers depth and thought. 

Why not allow your guests to create a wishing tree full of love, notes and wedding day statements. All you need is mixed papers, a type writer, mini pegs and a tree of your choice. Bish bash bosh..... Or as we prefer to state bibbidi bobbidi boo.

Happy planning xx

Images from top left:

4bp.blogspot.co.uk, mods wedding.com,

Rusticweddingchic.com, Pinterest,

Etsy,

Stgeorgeweddings.com, pinterest Stylemepretty.com, 

Weddings........it's in the detail x

Hi fairy bugs,
It's mid week, the mornings are getting lighter earlier and wedding season is on it's way! So lots to celebrate and we know for our brides to be there's still lots to do. So if you have a moment, check out the below it may make your day a little less stressful and a little bit more special, (trust us this one is a talking point).

To hopefully inspire you this week we found an image which, sums up a rather fantastic past time, a trending hobby and something to keep not only the groom but all your male guests very happy. Craft beer! It's certainly growing as a trend and there are plenty of smaller breweries popping up across the country who can assist in this task. To be honest this is probably the best gift you could give "the lads". 

A place to socialise,  a wedding day pit stop, a way to encourage a good knees up........oh yes folks......a do it yourself bar! If you have someone who is a dab hand with a drill then you could be offering up some rather tasty beverags at a rather awesome beer station. If your from our neck of the woods (Bolton) why not consider "Dunscar brewery" or "Bank top brewery".  Becoming very popular these 2 brands could be supplying you with some of the finest craft beer in the north west! Tempted?

Why not create your own bibbidi bobbidi boo xx

                            

Sweetlittlephotographs.com

Wedding buy of the Week x

Hi Fairy bugs,

hope you've all had a fantastic weekend whether relaxing, shopping or planning.

Are you currently looking for the perfect hair ornaments?......well we wanted to share with you Caleira a lovely website full of tiaras, hair combs and hair pins specially chosen for Brides, Bridesmaids and prom princesses.

Full of sparkle, detail and pazazz the range offers a selection of styles suitable for all. If you are hoping to have divine continuity in your bridal party then you certainly need to take a look at this brand. 

With reasonable prices, a stylish offering and special delivery used, you know your in good hands.

Today we wanted to share with you the "Suzanne Bridal hair comb"at £75.60 (january offer £80 normally).  Delicate crystal flowers and leaves create a sophisticated bridal piece which will dazzle and shine throughout your special day. A perfect piece to compliment any bridal gown. Your little piece of heaven will arrive in a beautiful gift box, safe and secure until required, and doubles up as a perfect keepsake box for your wedding treasure. xx

Suzanne bridal hair comb £75.60