Wedding Trends for 2014

I was so excited when I was asked to be a guest blogger and discuss Wedding Trends for 2014 by Bride Appeal. I have taken the liberty to list a few of my favs below, but please check out the entire article at http://brideappeal.com/blog/2014-wedding-trends.

 

Wedding Gown Trends

Bridal Market in October 2013 showed dramatic wedding gowns in shades of pink; dramatic backs; illusion necklines; tons of bling; and even pants suits.  The high-in-the-front and long-in-the-back wedding gowns are allowing the shoe to take the spotlight.  You will also see a lot of texture and three-dimensional appliqués on wedding gowns.

  

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Wedding Detail Trends

Wedding signage is taking over the ceremony and reception!  It is becoming a staple like wedding programs and menu cards.  Some popular signs you will see are “Mr. & Mrs.” on chair backs, “Pick a seat not a side” at the ceremony, photo booth signs that read “Grab a prop and strike a pose” at the reception; and “For your dancing feet” attached to a basket of flip-flops near the dance floor.

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Wedding Guest List Sizes

Guest lists are shrinking to around 100-125 guests.  The more intimate wedding of simply close family and friends are allowing couples to stretch the budget further plus give their guests more of an experience outside of dinner and dancing.  You will see restaurants and small boutiques becoming more popular for these intimate affairs.

 

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Please share some of your 2014 Trends in the comment section below.

Until next time...WEDologize!

Wedding Dress Trends

Bridal Market in October 2013 showed dramatic wedding gowns in shades of pink; dramatic backs; illusion necklines; tons of bling; and even pants suits. The high-in-the-front and long-in-the-back wedding gowns are allowing the shoe to take the spotlight. You will also see a lot of texture and three-dimensional appliqués on wedding gowns.
- See more at: http://brideappeal.com/blog/2014-wedding-trends#sthash.VUeQMV9M.dpuf

Wedding Dress Trends

Bridal Market in October 2013 showed dramatic wedding gowns in shades of pink; dramatic backs; illusion necklines; tons of bling; and even pants suits. The high-in-the-front and long-in-the-back wedding gowns are allowing the shoe to take the spotlight. You will also see a lot of texture and three-dimensional appliqués on wedding gowns.
- See more at: http://brideappeal.com/blog/2014-wedding-trends#sthash.VUeQMV9M.dpuf

The Chalkboard Takeover

The chalkboard craze for wedding ceremony and reception decor is blowing up all over the place!  You don't have to be a D.I.Y. bride to consider adding some chalkboard elements to your wedding day.  Check out some of the fun ideas below that can be incorporated into your modern wedding style:

Share your love story with wedding guests as they arrive to the ceremony

Position a chalkboard sign at the entrance of the ceremony or reception

Create a chalkboard-style wedding invitation

Consider table numbers with a chalkboard motif

Instead of individual menus, create a chalkboard menu for display

Chalkboard place cards attached to wine glasses...YES!!!

Until next time...WEDologize

(photo credits - Love Story; Invitation: Creative Market; Place card - South Bound Bride; Table Numbers - Chalk Style; Menu - LBFStudio; Welcome Sign - I Do Declare Signs)

Always Fabulous With Glitter!

Today's blog showcases a little bit of wedding inspiration when it comes to using GLITTER!  Yep, I always find things are a bit more fabulous when you add - dash - dust - overload on glitter! Enjoy!

...And when the wedding stress gets to you, pour a little glitter into your hand, make a wish, throw it in the air...and walk away :)

Until next time...WEDologize!

(photo credits - envelope liners; shoes; nails; table signage; centerpiece)

Wedding Clothespins By Design

Clothespins aren't just for hanging up your laundry anymore.  This handy household item has now become a fun wedding trend when designing a shabby-chic celebration or if you are diving into the D.I.Y (do it yourself) arena.  Check out some of the whimsical ideas we located using clothespins.

Awesome idea of using ombre-colored clothespins as a backdrop for a dessert table

Frames, ribbon, and mini clothespins makes a darling "picture" for escort cards

Cover an "ugly" wall with photos of you and your fiance' attached by clothespins to twine

You don't need ushers when you attach wedding programs to the guest chairs with ribbon and clothespins

Clothespins are a great prop for photographing the engagement ring and wedding bands

Hang your D.I.Y wedding signs by using clothespins

Until next time...WEDologize!

(photo credit:  dessert backdrop; framed escort cards; pictures; wedding programs; rings; D.I.Y. sign)