How did the carnation get such a terrible reputation as a flower? Maybe all those grocery store bunches gave them a bad rap (especially the green and blue ones that are clearly dyed unnaturally) But let’s give them another chance!!! From now on, let’s use their scientific name- Dianthus

See how a simple Dianthus bunch can be made into a simple and creative bouquet? Change the color, add some bling, wrap with a gorgeous ribbon and….. a more subtle, traditional feel with a tad of bling and sparkle! ( I would TOTALLY load this up with a TON more bling, but you get the idea!)

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You take so much time in the grand details that you might just overlook the comfort of your guests. Lets look at a few ways you can make your wedding guests feel extra special
HYDRATE- especially if you are having your ceremony outside. I am personally biased because I am a huge fan of water (addicted actually lol) and ensuring your guests are hydrated and cool will make them happy in the sun! (plus it is a cute way to make it themed or personally YOU!)  Bottle your Brand is an excellent source.

SHADE: There is nothing worse than sitting in the hot sun waiting for the bride to walk down the aisle (trust me, if you haven’t had to wait 30 minutes for a ceremony to start you are lucky!) I just love the way one of our brides was able to inject their personality into their ceremony! (cute little story…. She walked down the aisle with a sweet plain parasol.  When the the ceremony was done, she picked up the DIY custom made one with their favorite ceremony. Here is a photo that I just love!)

Your guest will REALLY appreciate the thought and appreciate being shaded from the sun. Plus it makes for a great photo op! Here is an awesome site to check out.

Keepin’ Cool-
A breeze is always welcome when the heat is on!  How about getting some fans for “your fans”! Put them in a basket or on the chairs.  A few notes to note (i think i am double speaking today lol)

1) Do NOT get the little cheapie ones.  They don’t move any air for that cooling breeze!

2) Don’t feel obligated to get one for every person.  Men traditionally don’t use them (don’t ask me why) So if you have 150 guests, 75 will use them (approx)

Dancing the night away-
Ok, so a pet peeve of mine is a wedding guest who is walking barefoot at the reception.  And aghast that a bride is!!!!!!!!! (bring comfy ballet slippers my dear brides- and bring them to your dress fitting along with your heels) As your planner to put them under the sweetheart table so you don’t have to lug them around!!

Now back to your guests.  They too will want to dance but their feet will be killing them after 3 dances!  So look at these cute ideas that you can make your own!

Another cute little touch is to put the sizes on them…….. That way they are sure to fit! The ladies will be the ones to use them, so that too keeps the amount needed down.

Put the basket near the DJ and that will let them know!!!

So there you go! A few little tips to make your wedding guests comfy and special! Now i hope YOU feel a little bit special

I LOVE this dress for so many reasons

But for those Brides who are in LOVE with color, this is an amazing option.  Walk down the aisle in style and dance the night away with sassy elegance. What do you think?  Would you wear this for your bridal gown or leave it for your bridesmaids?

Totally loving this concept by Newlymaid! Check it out! I only wish I had been a bridesmaid at least once, lol.

Looking for a pretty way to DIY a special card for your future wedding party (but good ones are sometimes they are way too hard to come by.) I just found this card at margot madison and thought I would share it with you. The bouquet is a bright bunch of pink flowers, and the inside says “Will you be my bridesmaid at our wedding?”. You can download the file
HERE and add your wedding date and place, then print and fold (final folded size is 5×7, which fits an A7 envelope). I love the added the pretty bow to the bouquet to add a little softness (and a special touch.)