9 Perfect Engagement Ring Alternatives

9 Perfect Engagement Ring Alternatives

Oct 13, 2017 | 0 comments

9 Perfect Engagement Ring Alternatives

 

Do you think your s.o. is going to pop the question in the near future? Here are 9 perfect engagement ring alternatives to hint at!

 

 

Peach Sapphire

 

This gorgeous peach and diamond ring is perfect for the artsy, but girly bride. The peach colour adds the perfect amount of romance to this otherwise modern ring. Diamond accents add some edginess to the elegant ring.

 

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I love you to the Moon Stone and back

 

This beautiful moonstone and diamond rose gold ring, is perfect for the laid back, boho bride. I love this ring. The thin rose gold band is the perfect pair with the large moonstone center.

 

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Branch Band

 

This different band with branch-like characteristics, matched with this rough stone works together in harmony. A perfect ring for an adventurous woman, who loves the outdoors. I’m thinking mountain top engagement!

 

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Rose Quartz

 

Rose quartz is actually a symbol of love and passion in Feng Shiu. What says I love you better than an oval rose quartz and gold engagement ring!

 

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Opal Goddess

 

This gorgeous opal stone engagement ring, screams mermaid princess. A stunning stone colour that is also pretty neutral. The diamond halo adds some glitz and some sparkle to the already sparkly ring.

 

 

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Raw Diamond

 

This ring is stunning for so many reasons. The original shape of the stone, will make your ring stand out. Long prongs holding the stone add a modern look. Finally, the hammered gold band adds to the rugged elegance of this beautiful engagement ring!

 

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Volcanic Art

 

This incredible ring is both stunning and a piece of art. A rawness of the stones, make this ring feel like an antique or treasure. The prongs are original and the two different types of stone add a uniqueness to this already unique ring.

 

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Peacock Green Sapphire

 

This ring is perfect (for me) for a couple of reasons. 1. It is a really gorgeous colour and 2. I love pear shaped engagement rings. Although, this ring is a little too large for me. The pear shaped engagement ring my fiancé gave me, was exactly what I wanted, even better, actually. It looks like half a heart, which for me represents my s.o. giving me a piece of his heart. I know, super mushy, but sometimes you have to be.

 

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Diamond Band

 

Maybe you’re someone who wants something simple. Or maybe you have young children and don’t want a big pointy ring getting in the way. This gorgeous diamond eternity band is a great alternative to the traditional engagement ring.

 

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9 Super Chic Save the Dates

9 Super Chic Save the Dates

Sep 14, 2017 |

9 Super Chic Save the Dates

Having a chic wedding but have no idea where to start when it comes to save the dates? Check out these 9 super chic save the dates to get inspired!

Save the date #1

Talk about glitter! This Save the Date is perfect for a chic wedding at a modern hotel. We love the shiny gold colouring and the mixture of script and serif typography.

Save the date #2

This next save the date can be found on etsy. It is a gorgeous rose gold and grey colour, but the perfect grey! This grey isn’t too blue or too beige, it’s the right amount of both colours. Perfect for any wedding. This hand written font mixed with a italicized serif is so elegant.

Save the date #3

This save the date screams greenery and rose gold wedding to us. The rough edges are so different from your traditional invitations. Large bold numbers are perfect for reminding your guests of your wedding. Perfect for putting on the fridge as a reminder as well!

Save the date #4

Minimalism at its very best. The debossed text is perfectly easy to read and makes this save the date super modern. The light grey colour on the paragraph text helps for readability without being harsh in any way. Beautiful!

Save the date #5

A soft romantic font as the heading for this save the date is just right. Mixed with the thin serif font, it is the perfect amount of chicness (< is that even a word?). Since the typography is thin, adding a shiny gold colour makes this save the date stand out!

Save the date #6

Want something with a little more colour? Why not use a romantic floral option. This save the date is still super chic, but is also adds a touch of liveliness. The fonts aren’t your typical serif fonts either. This invite has a thin script matched with a soft sans serif font.

Save the date #7

Deep blue with hints of gold– so chic! We love this card, the calligraphy mixed with the narrow sans serif font works incredibly well together. We also love the movement the paint swipes add to this save the date.

Save the date #8

What says “chic” more than a black and silver foil card. Doesn’t this scream 007 to you? Think modern venue, fancy (fast) cars, martinis– shaken, not stirred, and black tie dress code.

Save the date #9

Midnight Blue, gold and white are the perfect alternative to black and white. Normally, it is good design practice to use no more than two different font styles per project. For some reason, the mixture of these script, serif and sans serif fonts just work in this case. The shiny glittery gold back of the card adds some drama to this save the date!

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9 Fantastic Fall Centerpieces

9 Fantastic Fall Centerpieces

Sep 5, 2017 | 0 comments

9 Fantastic Fall Centerpieces

 

Are you planning a fall wedding that is just around the corner? Have no idea what to do about your fall centerpieces?
We have 9 fantastic ideas to help you out! Take a look below.

 

White Antlers & Pumpkins

This first idea is great if you’re having a really colourful wedding, but you want your centerpieces to be a little more subtle. You can take this idea and add a few pops of colour, or go for the all white look. Either way, this centerpiece is so different and so beautiful, especially for a fall wedding.

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Apple Cider, Anyone?

The second centerpiece we are going to look at is a stunning apple-vine centerpiece. Complete with different size pillar candles, this centerpiece would be perfect for a vineyard, orchard or even a golf course. No matter the venue, this gorgeous decoration is perfect for a late summer or fall wedding. 

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Succulent Pumpkins

This next centerpiece, number three, is a gorgeous d.i.y. succulent filled pumpkin. This is a seriously gorgeous centerpiece, nothing like your traditional fall decorations. If you’re having a greenery themed fall wedding, this may be the perfect centerpiece for you! Click on the link below the image to find the d.i.y. instructions.

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Oranges, Figs, Berries & Leaves

This orange or tangerine table runner, is our forth centerpiece. This screams fall. This amazing mixture of berries, leaves, figs and citrus adds richness to any table. The colours are perfect for a fall wedding, or even a rustic winter wedding. You could even use this centerpiece for a Thanksgiving or Christmas get together. Stunning!

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Pumpkins, Candles, Leaves

This warm and inviting centerpiece is a fall wedding classic. Our fifth fall wedding centerpiece is colourful, cheery and elegant. What is fall without the colourful changing leaves and the spectacular pumpkins, anyways. Adding white taper candles and lower pillar candles add romance to the rustic looking decor. Fall in love with this gorgeous focal point.

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Mason Jar D.I.Y.

Centerpiece number six, a d.i.y. mason jar and handmade flower decoration, is rustic and perfect for a fall wedding. The colours are perfect, but you can change them according to your theme. You can also switch the fabric flowers for tissue flowers or even natural flowers. We love the twine around the mason jars, which add to the rustic fall feel.

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Fall Flowers & Vines

Our seventh fall wedding centerpiece is a beautiful, orange, red and green flower and vine vase. A simple, yet elegant focal point for your guests to enjoy, while they converse and await their food. The simple brown fabric adds to the autumn feel and gives the table extra warmth.

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Colourful Leaves & Candlelight

This eighth centerpiece is the ideal (and inexpensive) option for a fall wedding. What’s the point in killing flowers for 25 table decorations for one night, when you can gather already fallen leaves. This is a great option when you’re trying to stay on budget, without looking cheap. Use mod-podge to keep the leaves where you want them and to protect them from the flame of a tealight candle. Or carefully place them in the jar and haphazardly add them to the top.

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White Pumpkins & Antlers

Our final centerpiece, number nine, is similar to the first centerpiece we looked at, although, very different as well. This centerpiece will be front and center stage at your wedding. The antlers, flowers, berries and foliage pour out of the gorgeous off-white pumpkin. This is not your traditional table decor, but it is spectacular all the same!

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5 Steps to Choosing a Wedding Theme

5 Steps to Choosing a Wedding Theme

Aug 31, 2017 | 0 comments

5 Steps to Choosing a Wedding Theme

Congratulations, your engaged! Planning a wedding can be both exciting and frustrating, but we’re going to help you with your first step. Choosing a wedding theme should be one of the first steps you take (choosing a date should come first). You’ll need to think about a few things in order to choose your theme: colours, season, location/ venue, decoration and restrictions.

 

Colours

Let the brainstorming start. Close your eyes and think of the perfect wedding. What colours come to mind? What sort of look do you visualize? If you like modern elements think of golds, silvers and rose golds. Or maybe your idea of the perfect wedding is at a beautiful cottage, in this case, think neutrals. The next step season may also determine your colour scheme. If you want a fall wedding, think deep oranges, reds, purples and yellows. A summer wedding may look more bright and cheerful and a spring wedding full of pastels. Winter weddings can have the cool look: blues and silvers, or a warm look: reds and golds.

In any case, when choosing your colour scheme think about these element: bridesmaid dresses, grooms men’s ties, flowers and decor. You don’t want to choose bright yellow as your main colour if your bridesmaids look terrible in yellow.

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Season

The season you choose to have your wedding will have a big impact on your theme’s colour palette. You definitely won’t be having a winter wonderland theme with pastel yellows, blues and pinks. The season may also impact the look of your wedding. Maybe you want a rustic fall themed wedding. Chances are, your wedding will be within the fall months, otherwise your theme may look out of place. If you are having a destination wedding in the winter, chances are you won’t be having a white Christmas themed wedding. You can embrace the natural colours and go for a greenery themed wedding, or add a pop of colour! No matter when you’re planning your wedding, keep the season in mind.

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Location/Venue

Think about what sort of venue you want for your wedding. Do you see a barn wedding or maybe a wedding an ultra modern hotel. This will definitely impact your theme choice. You definitely don’t want an ultra modern theme at a barn or a rustic themed wedding at a modern hotel. The theme will clash with the venue, which will look like a mistake or just thrown together. Make sure your theme and venue compliment one another. You may also want to check out this article on How to Choose a Venue in 5 Easy Steps.

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Decorations

When your fiancé and you think of how your wedding will look, what sort of decorations do you see? Do you have a favourite flower that you’d like or maybe you love rustic décor. This will all play a big part in choosing your wedding theme. Someone who like clean lines will not want a rustic wedding theme. If all you can see is flowers as the décor, you should try to make that your theme. Have your wedding in a beautiful green house or in a garden. Decoration has one of the biggest impacts on your wedding theme. Try making a list of decorations you’d love to see and then another list of decorations you’d hate to see at your wedding. This might help eliminate certain theme ideas.

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Restrictions

Now that you know what sort of wedding you envision, you need to think of any restrictions you may have. If you’re doing a destination wedding, for example, you may want to have a vague theme in mind. Try not to plan every detail, unless you have access to a wedding planner where the wedding will take place. Countries like D.R. may not have the same flowers they have in the USA or Canada, so keep that in mind. The best thing to do is research the types of flowers available in the season you are going. Choose a colour scheme based on those seasonal flowers.

If you dream of having wedding with a campfire at the end of the night, make sure your venue allows this. A cottage theme may sound perfect in theory, but if you have over 150 guests, this may not be ideal. In fact, this may no longer be an option. Make sure you check the capacity for your venue!

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9 Wedding Cake Alternatives

9 Wedding Cake Alternatives

Aug 28, 2017 | 0 comments

9 Wedding Cake Alternatives

Dessert is an important part of a wedding. Most guests are expecting a wedding cake or cupcakes, but here are 9 alternative to wedding cake.

Rice Crispy Wedding Cake

Now this is a wedding cake that would make my older sister swoon over. Say hello to alternative cake one. You might think that a rice crispy cake can’t possibly be elegant. Well let me change your mind. This is a super elegant and romantic looking cake, even if it is made with the cereal we all loved as kids. Complete with burgundy flowers and eggplant-coloured ribbon, this cake is anything but childish.

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Cake Pops that Pop

Cake alternative two is a beautiful ombre cake pop cake. This cake is even topped with a cake-pop bride and groom. Perfect for a something blue themed wedding or even a winter themed wedding. This is a great alternative to the traditional wedding cake. Your guests will not be disappointed!

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Oreo Cookie Cake

Please don’t let my fiancé see this! Do you and your s.o. love Oreos? Cake alternative three may be the cake for you. Serve with milk, or hot chocolate in the colder months, and your guests will love it! This is not for the classic bride, but if you guys are planning a cottage wedding or a relaxed backyard wedding, this cake may be perfect!

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Doughnut Delight

All I can say is yum! Cake alternative four looks ah-maze-ing. If you and your fiancé love doughnuts, well then take a look at this doughnut tower. The different kinds of doughnuts add colour and texture to the tower. The addition of flowers on the top and a few flowers on each tier are the perfect touch. The only problem: you have to share with your guests 😉

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Ice Cream Sandwich Swoon

So you may not be able to have this cake alternative on display for long. You don’t want your tower of ice cream sandwiches melting! Number five is an ice cream sandwich tower. Complete with everything from the classic chocolate chip to red velvet, this is a great option!

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Crepe Cake

Cake alternative six is a gorgeous ombre berry crepe cake. This cake would be perfect for an outdoor wedding, a wedding in a greenhouse or even a rustic barn wedding. This cake screams summer. This is a light alternative to heavy wedding cake.

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Macaroon and Rose Pillar

The seventh alternative is a macaroon tower. This specific blush coloured macaroon tower is girly, elegant and so romantic. The addition of roses in between every tier is perfect. This could even work for an it’s a girl baby shower or a bridal shower. You can switch up the colours to match your theme, or go with the classic white or ivory wedding colours.

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Wedding Pie

The eighth wedding cake alternative is a beautiful wedding pie. This classic apple pie is anything but ordinary. The braided weaves and the addition of the summer flowers makes this cake perfect for a summer wedding. Think rustic barn or cottage getaway wedding. If you and your s.o. aren’t really big on heavy wedding cakes, why not have a wedding pie, I mean who doesn’t love a fresh pie? You can have any pie too: apple, rhubarb, berry, pumpkin, sugar and so many more options.

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Cannoli Castle

The perfect Italian dessert for a wedding. This cannoli tower is wedding cake alternative nine. We have mentioned cannoli towers as wedding cake alternatives before, on our 11 Modern Wedding Cakes post. The wedding tower on this page is made with pink flowers and looks more like a summer wedding cake. This cannoli tower would be perfect for a fall wedding, with the rich reds, oranges and purples. Take a look!

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Are you a modern bride or groom, who doesn’t want the traditional wedding cake? What do you think of these alternatives?

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11 Beautiful Beach Wedding Dresses

11 Beautiful Beach Wedding Dresses

Aug 23, 2017 | 0 comments

11 Beautiful Beach Wedding Dresses

You’re engaged, you chose a venue– the beach, and now you need to find the perfect beach wedding dress. Here are 11 beautiful beach wedding dresses for some inspiration.

 

Greek Goddess on the Beach

The first dress is a beautiful chiffon dress with ruching and a slit for your leg. The two straps add romance to the dress, as does the flowy style of the skirt. This dress is perfect for a beach wedding. Just imagine walking down the sandy aisle with the breeze off the ocean, wearing this gorgeous dress!

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Lacey Cutouts

Dress two is a beautiful dress has a mixture of materials: lace, illusion tulle and chiffon. With the tulle and lace straps, this dress is both romantic and sexy. Again, we see the sexy thigh-high slit on the side of the dress– just what you need on a hot day. Complete this look with barefoot sandals and a gorgeous bouquet with pops of colour.

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Lace Hi-Lo

This cute hi-lo dress, dress three, is perfect for a beach wedding. It screams “I’m getting married on a beach” in a good way. If you aren’t dying to jump into a classic wedding dress, this might be the dress for you. Even though this dress is a little more casual than your typical wedding dress, it is formal enough as a beach wedding dress. The mixture of lace and the sheer chiffon is so romantic. Imagine a beach wedding at sunset with you in this dress.

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Boho-Chic

The forth beach wedding dress, is this amazing boho-chic wedding dress. Complete with shiny crystals and beading. I see Great Gatsby when I look at this dress, don’t you? If you are a boho bride, this may be the perfect dress for you.

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Mermaid on the Beach

Not all beach wedding dresses need to be flowy. Dress five is a fitted mermaid dress with lace, ruching and tulle waves. The bouquet of peonies add to the gorgeous romantic look of this outfit. If you want a beach wedding, but you also want a more classic dress, why not go with a gorgeous mermaid style. Mermaids are, after all, from the ocean.

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Sheer Lace Fit and Flare

Dress six is a lace and illusion fit and flare. The low illusion neckline is exactly what you’ll need for a tropical beach wedding. Add a classic veil for a time-less look. Or add a headpiece for a boho-chic look, like the bride below has done.

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Simply Beachy

This seventh dress is simple, yet alluring. The ruched waist and flaring skirt is the perfect combination for a beach wedding. The open back add a little sexy to the dress. Add a floral crown and you’ll be the perfect beach princess bride!

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Long Sleeved Romance

Dress Eight is a long sleeves illusion dress that is anything but classic. Although the sleeves add a touch of modesty, this dress is sexy. If you’re getting married on the beach in a colder season, say January-February, this may be a great option. The flowy skirt has a great beachy feel, so you don’t have to worry about looking out of place.

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Wavy Beach A-line

A ruched strapless top with a full wavy skirt is dress nine. I absolutely love the fullness of this skirt. The waves are a perfect combination for a beach wedding. Imagine wearing this dress on a windy day. Perfection!

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Full Skirt & Open Back

Dress ten is another full skirted wedding dress, perfect for a beach wedding. The thin spaghetti straps are stunning with this backless dress. If you love a strapless dress, but don’t like being in a strapless dress, this is a great option. No need for a veil with this dress. Go for an up-do hairstyle so that your backless dress is front and center!

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Hi-Necked Hi-Lo

Dress Eleven is so breath-taking. This whole combination screams easy-going, fun bride. The greenery bouquet, the high-slit front and long flowy train is the perfect blend for a beach wedding dress. Adding a simple veil is all you need to complete this look.

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Are you getting married or did you get married on a beach? What does/ did your dress look like! Let us know in the comments below.

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