These are some of the cutest bachelorette invitations that I have ever seen. The design on the top is a sassy black-and-white silhouette, which screams look at me! I love everthing about these even the striped pattern in the background. However the best part is they come with scratch off cards that hide a dare that someone must perform and a dozen Bachelorette Bash Pins. This is a great way to liven put any party! Sassy invitation!
I have always wondered why almonds where apart of every wedding I have ever been to. I am not found of the almonds myself, and have only met a few that are. So I always wondered why it was a tradition to have them. Well I found my answer on Martha Stewart and actually they have a lot of symbolism and a great story you can tell your guests. You could always include the history of the almonds on a little card attached to the favor. That way everyone will understand their meaning. Here is the history.
“The use of almonds as favors has evolved in significance over the centuries. The ancient Greeks, and later the Romans, were fond of honey-coated almonds. Sweetened almonds later found their way to the celebratory tables of medieval Europe , when they came to be known as dragees. By 1850 the first commercially produced dragees, coated with colored sugar syrup, appeared. In Europe today, dragees are still fixtures at weddings, christenings, and confirmations.
Because the almond is a seed, it represents fertility, abundance, and fruitfulness. When a bitter almond is used in a dragee, the hard sugar coating produces a piquant contrast of sweet with bitter; the dragee thus represents an important part of the wedding vow: “for better or for worse.” Just as the couple has pledged to support each other in good times as well as in bad, those in attendance symbolically honor the marriage vows by partaking of the almonds.”
Save the date magnets are a fun way to get your guests excited for your wedding. Plus it gives them a keepsake that they can save for a long time. I love the one pictured above but they come in a plethora of designs and colors. If the wedding is informal, you could even use them as your invitation. It is something they can keep instead of the invitation, which most people toss soon after the wedding. See more styles!
Picking the perfect gift for you bridesmaids has to be one of the hardest jobs out there! You want them to like it and you want it to be something they will use. Every bridesmaid is different so be sure you keep in mind there personalities while choosing a gift. Remember, you don’t have to get the same thing for all of them; however it is a lot easier if you do. It is completely up to you. It is simply a gift to show your gratitude. To help you on this journey I have listed some gift ideas for your bridesmaids to get your wheels turning!
· Make a handmade friendship book for each person, filled with photos and other mementos of the years you’ve spent together
· Give them each a book which you picked out special for each person. Inside the front cover, write a personal note highlighting memories shared. It was a very thoughtful, and relatively inexpensive, gift. You can also add a monogrammed Book Mark
· Find charms attached to a ribbon and place them in the cake at the bridesmaid’s luncheon or bridal shower. Each bridesmaid pulls a ribbon and the charms have meanings (clover = good luck, wedding bells = next to get married, high chair = your life will be blessed with children). As a gift at the end of the luncheon, give them a CHARM BRACELETS!
· Personalized Tote Bags Give these alone or fill them with goodies that each person likes.
· Cozy Blanket ~ you can also get monogrammed blankets or photo blankets.
· Gift baskets full of lotions, soaps and other pampering items
· A manicure set
· a spa gift certificate
· A box of chocolates or other goodies they may like.
· A nice bottle of wine in a monogrammed wine bag
· Gift certificates to their favorite store, restaurants, or to cooking classes
· For a beach wedding do a beach bag and a towel
· For a destination wedding do gift bags full of goodies to help them enjoy and remember their trip. E.g. a New York destination bride might give a guidebook to the city, an "I love New York" t-shirt, a taxi cab ornament, a disposable camera, and some New York food treats.
· Buy books that have recipes and ideas for making your own beauty aids (lotions, perfumes, etc.). You can find books like these in the Health and Beauty section of your local bookstore. You can also giving each of them some fancy glass bottles to put their favorite potions in.
· Donate money to a charity for them and give them a card explaining which charity.
· Personalized Under Wear
· Makeup Brush Set
· Go to a paint-your-own pottery place and make a special piece for each person.
· Blown glass salt and pepper shakers
· Personalized Jewelry Rolls or Jewelry Boxes
· Key Chains, there are a Varity of choices E.G. monogrammed, Locket Key Chain, and digital photo key chains.
· Jewelry
· Monogrammed Robes and/or Slippers
· Set up make-up sessions for the whole crew so they can learn to apply there own make-up. These are free with purchase. Then supply each girl with a gift card for that cosmetic counter.
There are many variations in veil length, shape, color, edging, and embellishment, so we are here to help you make sense of it all. Creating the perfect look is as easy as 1-2-3.
1. Choose from a variety of lengths and shapes
2. Select the level of embellishment that’s right for you
3. Combine your veil ensemble with the perfect headpiece
1. THE LONG AND SHORT OF IT Veils come in several lengths, from short and sweet to long and flowing:
Blusher veil: To add a hint of formality to a longer veil, a lightweight tulle blusher is traditionally worn over the bride’s face during the ceremony. It is customary for the father of the bride or the groom himself to flip it back, revealing the bride’s lovely face. Most brides choose to remove the blusher for the reception.
Short veil: Lightweight and comfortable, the shorter veil is a fun option that adds a dash of whimsy to any modern gown, whether a tea-length or long sheath style.
Elbow length veil: Endlessly versatile and easy to wear, elbow-length veils are worn with the vast majority of gowns. Elegant and simply dramatic, the elbow-length veil puts a modern twist on the timeless tradition.
Fingertip veil: A very popular length, this style extends to the fingertips to create an elongated silhouette. The glamorous style is suitable for nearly any setting. The sheer effect coordinates easily with most gowns, from simple and unadorned to elaborate and ornate creations.
Chapel/Cathedral veil: The most dramatic and popular veil, the Cathedral length cascades to the floor in true fairytale fashion. Traditionally elegant, this length beautifully complements all formal bridal designs, from an elaborate ball gown to a modern sheath.
Shaping up
From oval to square, veils take on a shape all their own. For example, the exceptionally romantic, flowing mantilla, which consists of lace or lace-trimmed tulle, has a circular shape. Blushers are often square, while short or elbow length veils are typically oval. Fingertip veils are shaped like a teardrop or cape. Try each look to see which looks best with your face shape and gown style.
2. EVERY LITTLE DETAIL COUNTS
Beautiful Embellishments
Veils can be adorned with Swarovski crystals, pearls, beading or lace. Many of the veils in our collection are available exclusively at David’s Bridal and offer embellishments that complement specific gowns or make any gown look even more stunning.
The Cutting Edge
The edging, or trim, of a veil can add an interesting design element. Some veils have a simple raw edge or sleek piping for a contemporary look. Others boast elegant beading, classic satin edging, romantic ribbon accents or lace details.
Color Me Pretty
Veils have always come in various shades of white and ivory to blend perfectly with individual bridal gowns, but now you also have the option of colored edging or beading detail. David’s Bridal offers exclusive veils trimmed in beautiful hues that coordinate with the latest color-accented bridal dresses.
3. MAKE A MATCH Take note of our headpiece and hairstyle tips. Keep in mind that if you’ve chosen a glamorous up-do, many brides opt to wear their veil below the bun to show off both the hairstyle and veil. It’s not often you can get best of both worlds. With so many types of veils and headpiece options, you may appreciate some further guidance on how to put it all together. Learn how to create the perfect combination Source
This dress is really beautiful and it is available in a plethora of colors. This fact alone makes it very versatile. This dress would be a beautiful wedding dress but it would also be a great bridesmaid dress. This is a Satin gown with a dropped waist bodice and modified sweetheart halter neckline. Tufted skirt with pleated hem. Plus, this style is also available as a Junior Bridesmaid! Whatever you use it for, one thing is for certain, and whoever wears it will be simply stunning!
Brides are becoming very savvy and are going for bridesmaid dresses that can be repurposed. No longer will you find dresses that make you look like Little Bo-Peep. Brides are much kinder these days and picking dresses that are classy and beautiful. In doing so, many brides are opting for black dresses for their bridesmaids. The black dress is something that every girl needs in her closet. Plus, it is a dress that can be used over and over again for various occasions. The black dress is defiantly big right now and bridesmaids everywhere are thankful for that! Dress Pictured
Bridal Party Tees wants to thank you all for coming out to see us this past weekend. We sincerely hope you enjoy your free shirt! I have posted a picture of our booth that was displayed at the show. So…if you where not fortunate enough to make it to Houston , you can get a little glance at the show for free! I hope all of you who made it out had a wonderful time and compiled a huge list of ideas for your wedding!
Here is a cute little idea for all you tea lovers out there. Well actually anyone, because I don’t even like tea and I love this favor. This is a tea sachet and they are able to be personalized especially for your special day. Each silken fabric tea sachet is filled with natural whole leaf teas, rough-cut herbs and flowers. The sachets are individually hand crafted, and yield two cups of tea. The open weave of the fabric allows the tea leaves to unfurl, the flavors to mingle, and the robust tea to flow right through the sachet into your cup. The tea sachets are available in Ginger, Flora, Citrus, Mint, Jasmine, Earl Grey, Forte, Oasis, and Chamomile. Check it out!
Bridal Party Tees will be in the Houston Area this weekend! We will be attending the Bridal Extravaganza Show Saturday July 14th from 10am.-5pm. and Sunday July 15th from noon to 5pm. We will be giving away free t-shirts for every visitor to our booth. The Bridal Extravaganza Show will take place in the R.Brown Convention Center in Downtown Houston, Texas. We will be located in booth 1912, right next to the fashion runway. So make sure to come visit us. For those of you who can not make it to our show, I will post pictures when we get back but I encourage you to come because it will defiantly be worth your while!