The bridesmaids tradition takes its origins from the Roman Law: bridesmaids dressed identically to the bride were required, so that mischievous spirits who were believed to attend the wedding would be confused as to who the Bride was!
Bridesmaids as angels
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Today’s tradition is bit different and the role is more – I would say, “practical”.
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She has to be supportive, always available for a wedding shopping spree, help out throughout the wedding, calm the bride down when stress gets the better of her and help her in having the happiest and most memorable day.
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Indeed the bridesmaid role has always been very important. If you have the pleasure of being asked to be a bridesmaid consider it a honour!
Bridemaids invitation!
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Overall I think that the hardest part comes with the choice of the bridesmaids dresses. You are in search for something that needs to be glamorous and fit perfectly on every single bridesmaid.
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It’s a difficult task! Especially if the girls are living in different cities or they can’t meet up for make a choice. Bridesmaids usually need to be identical or with alike outfits. The style or the color liked by the bride may not match with your personal taste but there is always a good solution!
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Here are our tips on how to choose the proper dress and style with some fun – without falling in a dreadful adventure:
1. The wedding is the bride special day. Therefore if she asks you to wear a certain style but is not the outfit you would normally wear, then you should bear in mind that it is the dress the bride likes and suits her taste.
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2. If she ask your opinion regarding what would you like to wear, use simple and elegant choices. Elegance is a synonym for beautiful that has come to acquire the additional connotations of unusual effectiveness and simplicity.
Ulyana Seergenko
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3. Focus on details and accessorizes. Use flowers, bags, hats – suggest the use of simple but very elegant elements that can transform your dress into something special and unique.
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4. Suggest to have a themed wedding. This can help with the selection of the dress, in having more variety, as well as a lot of fun and unforgettable pictures!
Vintage mismatched dresses
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“Gone with the wind” style
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5. The color plays a key part – The bride can opt for a tonality or few colors to be combined; but most commonly happens that she wants to stick to just one. Cross your fingers or find an agreement with all the bridesmaids before the bride proposes one specific color!
Similar colors – different style
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5. Ok, you girls should all wear the same dress. But why don’t play with some “wow factor” – something unusual to wear but always fitting well with theme, color, style of the wedding??!
Have something unique, play with the theme, use some meaningful detail to personalize the style of the brides its always fun and can turn into something beautiful.
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Remember: being a bridesmaid will be one of the most enjoyable things you will ever experience – and every bridesmaid is inimitable.
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When it comes the time to deal with wedding details – we recommend you not to forget to include some personalized and inspired welcome bags!
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Be creative and choose the proper container that reflects your style!
Italian wedding bag!
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Gather simple but personal ideas and build up an experience where your family and friends will enjoy every single item.
Pick something cute that goes best with the feel of your wedding. It can be anything from a custom printed tote, jars filled with something unusual, lovely baskets and boxes, to very simple arrangements.
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Tuscan wedding bag
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Jam and honey wedding gifts
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It should be always something that reflects you and your wedding. So now take note of some of those useful ideas when designing your welcome bag.
1. WELCOME LETTERS
Welcome letters should be short and sweet.
Handwritten are always more personal and will make your guests feel special.
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2. WEEKEND LINEUP
It’s a good idea also to put in cards or special notes to guests which outlines all the events of your wedding, hinting at the proper dress code and any important detail they should be aware of. Include contact info, key locations, and times is a good idea too.
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3. PLAY TOUR GUIDE
You should provide your guests with a map of the area, and point out awesome things to see or do in their down time. Point out some delicious ice cream shop, special places with amazing lookouts, recommend some local pizza restaurants that you really love..
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4. LOCAL CULINARY HIGHLIGHTS
It’s always nice to fill the gift bag with local goodies, just to give your guests a taste of your destination! Souvenirs also are the perfect way to help remind your guests what a wonderful time they had at your event!
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5. ADD SOME FUN AND PERSONAL TOUCH
Add anything that relates to the couple’s personality. Special labels on water, some funny inside joke that only your guests would understand, or thank you notes personally signed in ink – are great final touches to your gift bag.
And have fun when designing it! You can always include “recovery or survival suppliers”, as well as funny vintage photos of you and your guests!
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6. REMEMBER THE KIDS!
If children are attending the wedding, keep them in mind when preparing the welcome bags. Perhaps you will want to create a child-specific items they will enjoy while on vacation.
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7. LEAVE A THANK YOU NOTE
Don’t forget to thank you your guests for travel extra miles to enjoy your wedding.
Make it personal -
and smile.
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A brand new Russian stylist – Ulyana Sergeenko - has made a theatrical debut on the fashion scene, astonishing the public with her impressive look. We love her style and we are dreaming to do a wedding a’la ” Gone with the wind”…
Ulyana Sergeenko
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Ulyana has designed a line with a distinctive touch, starred by avant-garde pieces, reflections of her cultural background. Indeed Sergeenko’s clothes have a mix of traditional soviet-inspired influences, an infusion of legendary fashion moments and modern sophistication.
Ulyana Sergeenko
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Ulyana Sergeenko
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Her catwalks are like a russian fairy tale theatrical show - orchestrated by her fantasy and ethnicity. A dream about a world where elegance is the main protagonist of our daily life.
Ulyana Sergeenko
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Ulyana Sergeenko
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This striking style fits perfectly for a A Gone With the Wind wedding theme. Classic, romantic, elegant, with vintage decor, and red roses.
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Generally, the looks are unabashedly dramatic, with familiar components.
Dresses pulled together with retro Russian aesthetic hints made by corsets, balloon skirts, and vintage ruffles.
Ulyana Sergeenko
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A gorgeous collection of bustles, ballgowns, embroidered details like handmade lace, straw weaving, and hand-painted porcelain buttons nipping up the back of gowns.
Ulyana Segeenko
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And the parasol – a fun and elegant touch straight out of the film.
Ulyana Sergeenko
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Overall – for their elegancy, style, and sophistication – all those models are imposing their presence as modern and dramatic brides.
Ulyana Sergeenko
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I hope that soon Ulyana will focus on the production of a dreamy wedding line.
Beyond any doubt she will surprise again the public with her outstanding vision.
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According to fashion magazines and latest trends Emerald Green seems to be the colour of the year.
You can believe it or not, but actually there is a special reason for that: Pantone. This company is perhaps the icon of colours and it is they who get to choose the color that the entire world-wide fashion and design industry follow to set collections and trends.
Most of the trend watchers thought the deep ocean Monaco Blue, would have been the choice instead this year. But not at all, Pantone went for the green Emerald. So should we all say thanks to Pantone for this?
Anyway, decorating in 2013 is definitely going to be fun for lovers of green, and we are happy with that!
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We’ve loved it so much since it made his apparence at the Wonderful World of Oz and named Emerald.
It immediately brings to mind precious gems, plus it is sophisticated and luxurious, it has a touch of vintage and it is timeless..
It seems like some colors have more staying power than others and this is the case with Emerald, as over the seasons, it is still up to the best choice.
Green is definitely a must in fashion collections, including wedding trends and home collections.
Dresses By Michel Kors and Valentino
Shoulder Bag Gucci, Green sandals Gucci Jewels Clutche Valentino
Dress by Issa Books by Etzy
So whats the reason for that? According to Pantone press release, the official reason for choosing Emerald, Pantone 17-5641, is it “enhances our sense of well-being further by inspiring insight, as well as promoting balance and harmony,”
We must add: it is chic and sopisticated and almost perfect for any scheme. So yes, we can can imagine why our clients choose this pallette for their wedding day. Perhaps, small details, like green heels, or a green tie, or what about a green cake? .. We have choosen some images for you. Truly unique!
Lounge by Designers blok.
Ties and dresses courtesy image by The Society Bride
Cake and drinks by Society Bride, Table decors by Lover.ly
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Gorgeous Keira Knightley in Atonement by Just so pretty
Home decors by Glamourdrops
The Emerald is definitely chic and relaxing. On top of that this colour is thought to possess powers of luck and hope.
We think that, with so much beauty and green around us 2013 must surely be full of luck.
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Well, Christmas time is definitely coming. Even if you don’t celebrate Christmas, you must love the atmosphere around it.
So what makes Christmas so special, what makes us feel in the “Christmas mood”?
For some of us, it’s the hustle and bustle of cities with a backdrop of Christmas lights, the smell of roasted chestnuts and mulled wine. For others, the crowded vintage markets, people walking home carrying a Christmas tree and the radio playing “Let It Snow”. Then it is time. Every year it ‘s the same and every year it is so special and different at the same time.
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First, it is not Christmas without a Christmas tree or festive home décor. Choose the colours you prefer, remember it can simply match with a winter mood, choose some neutral notes like grey or taupe and add some Christmas colours like green or reds, even oranges, or some fruit for a special touch and never, never forget the lights! Lights, candles and fairy lights, anything on that kind, is good to create a magical atmosphere.
Personalize everything: a mirror, a door, a window, small details… what else?
Christmas can be very special for our brides to be and those who have recently tied the knot or have just moved into the new house!
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If your count down has started, discover ways to make it really special. Here are some ideas to spend fashionable days and buy fashionable things for less!
-Buying local, from markets and charity shops is a good way to feel close with our community, sharing something with them and helping people.
-Go to a vintage market on a cold and crisp Winter’s Sunday. This can really help you to feel the Christmas spirit. If you are lucky and if you have an eye for good bargains, markets are the right place for you.
-High street shopping can also be a possibility. Keep an eye on prices but for your Christmas shopping and atmosphere, it is definitely worth a try.
Some colourful ideas for your home from Notting Hill Market in London, images by Chic Weddings
Sweet, nice and soft ideas at Selfridges
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Online shopping can be easier and cheaper if you haven’t got much time , it can be helpful, but of course you don’t get the same feeling.
Here some ideas for presents: books you can find online, prices from £15 up to £70. Very stylish!
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Not all of us feel the same at Christmas, but for those people who love it , well there’s nothing better than spending time shopping, decorating or doing Christmas activities: cooking, visiting relatives or travelling. Whatever you are going to do, choose what makes you feel good, enjoy it and we wish it to be special for you.
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THIS YEAR, Tiffany and Co. celebrates its 175th anniversary. Tiffany and Young was founded in 1837 as a stationery emporium in New York City. In 1940, Tiffany moved to the current location on Fifth Avenue and focused on jewellery.
It has been long time since the original store opened and from then on the link between Tiffany’s brand and the colour became stronger and stronger. Nothing more than this brand with its classic Blue Box symbolises a company and a style.
Light medium robin egg blue color (Tiffany Blue is the colloquial name) is produced as a private custom colour by Pantone, with PMS number 1837- the year when Tiffany’s was founded.
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Now with its almost 240 stores around the world it continues to provide dreams and style in small gorgeous blue boxes.
This amazing blue color represents communication, creativity, and at the same time it is incredibly modern and chic.
Designers are now totally obsessed with it: clothes, shoes, jewellery and also stylish things for home collections.
French doors at Vicky Archer and Between your ears
Bed at Everithing Turquoise
Room decor at Sugar Luxe
Lemonade on Wedding by Color
Cups at The alternative bride
Cake at Happy Day Out
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Turquoise was a favourite of Victorian brides.Very simple and elegant, soft and sweet, it is almost perfect for weddings.
AS A BRIDE, you can play with the blue palette, and make turquoise your own, but if you are not a “Tiffany Bride”, you can still use the blue color in your clothes and decor.
WHETHER it is light or bright, the timeless style of this colour means the result will be chic and stylish.
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From sweet veils to romantic gowns, and vintage decors: brides have fallen for lace!
Every Winter and Spring, metres of beautiful lace make an appearance on the catwalks of the world.
It has been popular for over a hundred years, but never that glamorous. It is definitely trendy to say I DO with some lace on!
Romantic, sexy, classic, sophisticated, vintage or baby. Chantilly, macramé, rebrodé, in white and ivory with a pastel touch. Ornate and delicate: designers definitely know that lace is the perfect feminine touch.
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Also very versatile, whilst lace is romantic in style, it can easily surprise you and turn into a something new.
Carefully mixed to make sure its not too much but also not to minimal. Choose soft colours, more towards pastels or vintage palette, like greens for more nostalgic themes or pinks and greys to evoke a vintage theme.
A very delicate and almost baby looking style this version from Chanel, sexy and romantic the one on the left by Valentino.
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Dress Alfred Angelo at Brides.com, The Knuckle duster clutch by Alexander McQueen at Stylosophy
LACE IS ALSO the perfect choice for a vintage wedding DÉCOR: our brides know that we love it!
We love these lace table runner for your reception.
With Flowers you should go for very soft colours selection of wild flowers to reflect your theme. Consider using baby’s breath, orange blossoms, hydrangea, for example, and why not some fruit for an extra touch.
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Looking at the latest trends we don’t have any doubt: 2013 it is going to be a good year for the skirt! Silk and tulle, airy dresses made for fashionable brides.
Ladies, the skirt is back! So let’s find the perfect gown: what’s more, you can have fun and mix it with your favourite accessories too, bringing personality and elegance.
We love the design by Oscar de la Renta, Vera Wang, Monique Thuiller, Lazaro, Marchesa and many others, they are soft and delicious while adding volume and drama.
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Wheter in watercolours, whites or ivory the style it gives is definitely amazing. Maxi, light, soft and sexy, voluminous and… perfect with a bustier.
It will seem like it has just been borrowed from a ballet or an opera. Romantic, light, soft, rich, and never boring!
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Vera Wang dress on Marie Antoniette wedding photo shoot on Pinterest
You can choose to be more romantic and rich, or sophisticated and minimal like the ones designed by Marchesa and Monique Lhuillier
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Or why not plying with colours, we love this pastel version by Oscar de la Renta.
Whatever you choose, go with your personality and add some details to give it more character; the result will be unique.
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Today I am captured by millions of shades as the sun is shining here in Italy. Finally thousands of shades of colours are reflecting in the sky, the summer sunsets are almost here.
Looking at this masterpiece of mother nature, I start surfing for shaded colour tables and look what I have found! I love this! Great idea for a small table, or even better starting from the middle, Bride and Groom seats, towards the end, left and right. Imagine… pictures should be, then, taken from the top but a similar effect wouldn’t that be beautiful?
Of course all this should be complimented with a wedding cake, and a dress, and a wedding aisle…
Here some inspirations!
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It’s an obsession that is sweeping the nation. It’s a trend, that is covering the world. It’s a brilliant idea that has entrigued the hearts of many, and of mine. It is the Photo Booth Phenomenon!
Weddings far and wide have guests lining up to take a quick photo shoot for the bride a groom. Bride and grooms alike are enjoying getting these images printed and viewing pictures of all their happy guests. Photo booths are a great accessory for those who are camera shy. As they can have privacy, and when left with props and hats, who knows what will be seen on those photos!
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