Alternative Wednesday 22: Striped Bridesmaids

I have a thing for fun and quirky bridesmaids' dresses.  Striped dresses are very stylish and I bet your bridesmaids will use them again!  Here are some great examples of striped bridesmaids:

source: Kate Osbourne Photography

source:  Style Me Pretty

source:  two ellie

source:  Wedding Chicks

Alternative Wednesday 21: Colored Veils

Want to incorporate more of your wedding colors into your big day look?  How about a colored veil?  I'm loving this look!  And don't leave your bridesmaids out either, the look works for them too.

Oh Darling Photography

Landlocked Bride

Offbeat Bride

Etsy

Etsy

June Vogue via Shorty Bop

Sherri J Photography

 

 

Alternative Wednesday 20: Belted

My new obsession:  belts on bridal gowns!  And I don't mean "sashes" I mean for real belts.  Whether it's a sweet white style, a rustic brown addition or a more modern black belt... I love them all. 

sources:  A Beautiful Mess, Rock n Roll Bride, Green Wedding Shoes (x2), Elizabeth Millay Photography

Alternative Wednesday #19: Skirts for Bridesmaids!

If you want to give your  bridesmaids a modern look that they can wear again (and probably again and again and again...)-- dress them in stylish skirts!  It is also an affordable option with endless choices as far as colors, patterns and styles.  You can create a fun and flirty look, a classy look or a preppy look... the sky's the limit!

 

sources:  Wedding Chicks, Style Me Pretty, Martha Stewart Weddings, Emmaline Bride,Style Me Pretty

sources:  Wedding Bee, Postcards and Pretties, Style Me Pretty, Erin Kate Photography, Brave Bride

Alternative Wednesday #18: Yup, That's an Artichoke!

Artichokes have caught my eye!  Besides being totally yummy, they are also extremely visually striking when used in different elements of a wedding.  They are also eco-friendly because you will be using less flowers.  Both green and purple artichokes add a fun twist to a bouquet, centerpiece, escort card or even cake!  I think they would add a special touch to a Tuscan or Mediterranean themed wedding also.  Check back tomorrow for a really awesome artichoke filled wedding with an amazing artichoke inspired cake!

The Knot

Le Bonne Fluer

Adore by Trisha Dean Events

Kristen Weaver Photography

Something Green Events

Snippet & Ink

Snippet & Ink

Martha Stewart Weddings

Project Wedding

Kristen Weaver Photography

Alternative Wednesday #17: Plaid or Gingham for the Groom

How about a little fun with plaid today?  I love plaid shirts, especially on guys!  I think that this look works well for any wedding but it is definitely a great touch for a rustic wedding.

Green Wedding Shoes

Jonathan Canlas Photography

Jonas Peterson Photography

Elizabeth Anne Designs

Love and Lavender

Once Wed

Love and Lavender

Alternative Wednesday #16: The Bridal Bow

I have a crush on birdcage veils but today I am loving hair bows.  Big or small, white or colored, with or without a veil I love them all!  And stop back tomorrow for a bow filled theme Thursday board. Here are some examples I love:

Hair Bows Wonderworld

Beauty's Blog

Velvet Owl on Etsy

Green Wedding Shoes

Once Wed

 

 

 

Alternative Wednesday #15: Poster Guest Books

While I still love the idea of a thumbprint tree, I always like having more options to think about.  So when I spotted these poster guest books I thought they were a great, fun alternative.  It's a great way to show your personalities and your color palette or theme.  Plus, you'll have some amazing, personal artwork for your home!

these first two images are from We Met in a Bar's wedding:

Next is a fun and personalized poster from Jonathan and Cameron's wedding on Love & Lavender:

A few more fun ones:

Sparkle and Hay

 

A Brilliant Photo

Truly Smitten

And two from Etsy that I think are really awesome:

Love In Letters

Spread the Love

Alternative Wednesdays #14- Chunky Statement Necklaces

I am a jewelery whore, and I love big, chunky necklaces!  I especially love the way they look on brides.  It's a fun way to incorporate your color palette into your outfit and show a bit more personality. 

Christine Farah Photography

Landlocked Bride

Angela Miller

United With Love

United With Love

Perfect Bound

Style Me Pretty