Wedding Ideas, Wedding Trends, and Wedding Galleries
Weddings by Lilly
Wedding cake trends have certainly changed over the years, but the array of options keeps widening, leaving even more creativity and thought to be put into choosing and designing a wedding cake in 2012. I've found the new wedding cake trends to be ultra-chic and romantic, but yet on a more simplified side. Instead of the big white cake with ornate iced flowers and leaves, brides are choosing a … [Read more...]
Winter wedding bouquets with pinecones are a simple and economical choice, yet with a rustic and chic touch for your winter wedding. They look especially stunning for an outdoor wedding with lots of white and green incorporated into the wedding color scheme. They also really stand out next to a winter white wedding dress, or perhaps just a few pinecones scattered into a white wedding bouquet to … [Read more...]
Light Bulb Vases - what a simple, easy, and beautiful diy idea for flower vases. You can either choose to mount the bulb to some sort of base to use them as standing vases, or use wire to use them as hanging lightbulb vases. I also like the idea of using burlap & lace, ribbon or twine to disguise the metal section. Gorgeous! What You Will Need: Clear lightbulbs in any shape Needle … [Read more...]
You've got to love the mason jar! it's simple yet charming used as a vase for your wedding! Change the look entirely by wrapping it with twine, ribbon, lace, or even burlap. For more photos and mason jar ideas, check out my mason jar gallery. … [Read more...]
A Rustic Wedding Theme can be put together for bride's of all personalities, whether you're laid back and simple or whether you like all the glitz and glamour that goes along with a traditional wedding. A rustic or country wedding is also a green and budget friendly wedding idea, with a lot of cost savings in the diy rustic wedding projects and the ability to use elements and decorations strait … [Read more...]
Country casual meets sexy & sophisticated - the perfect combo! A burlap and lace wedding seems to be the perfect combination, almost representing the rough and rugged side of the groom , and elegant and feminine side of the bride. A simple and ultra-romatic parity for a wedding. … [Read more...]
Not only is a vintage wedding timeless and romantic, but it can also be done on anyone's budget with just a little bit of resourcefulness and creativity. Many designers are creating wedding dresses with a vintage feel, but also with a modern day bride's style in mind. This is also the perfect opportunity to use your grandmother's dress (yikes!) but with a few modern, sexy alterations - remove the … [Read more...]
One of my favorite wedding flower choices - the anemone. I love the striking contrast in color between the petals and the center of the flower. They make especially beautiful bouquets, and are becoming very popular adorning a vintage inspired wedding cake. Because of their unique beauty, you can even make your entire wedding theme around them, incorporating them into your wedding invitations, … [Read more...]
The great thing about paper flower crafts, is that with a little bit of resourcefulness and creativity, you can incorporate them into your wedding day for free, using newspaper, vintage books, paper bags, and scrap paper. You can also use things like buttons or pieces from old jewelry to add a little pizzaz. I've never been a huge fan of paper flower centerpieces, but after being inspired by … [Read more...]
It's all about the small details! It's amazing to me how mason jar crafts can make for such beautiful mason jar centerpieces, candle holders, lanterns, and even old fashioned drink jars - perfect for decorating your wedding, AND, on a budget, might I add. Mason jar centerpieces make for really fun and easy diy projects that just requires a little bit of creativity with old and new items. They … [Read more...]
Not only is this a unique and fun way to set up your seating arrangements at your wedding ceremony, but it certainly has it's advantages, too. It makes it easier for everyone to see the bride and groom say their vows. A round seating arrangement works perfect for the outdoors, leaving you with plenty of room to work with. However, if you have a focal point that you are paying a high premium to … [Read more...]
Having an outdoor wedding reception makes it a little easier to decorate because you've already got the natural elements working for you - the flowers, trees, shrubbery, birds, butterflies, sunshine, and blue skies. Because you are outdoors, your decorations can be rather simple yet still stunning (depending on your location and backdrop) so choose a location that will be fitting to the theme … [Read more...]
Every bride wants a little bit of shimmer on her wedding day, whether it's just a touch or a whole lot of dazzle in every aspect - from rhinestones and glitter to diamonds and crystals. Check out these amazing wedding dresses and accessories. I especially love the bridal bouquet, using brooches made of pearls and shimmering rhinestones. And, those garter belts, they're gorgeous! I love the … [Read more...]
You will be showcasing your wedding bouquet on your long walk down the aisle, and hopefully preserving it as a keepsake, so make sure you put your personal touch into the design of your bouquet by discussing the look and feel you want with your florist. Or, if you are designing and putting together your own bouquet, go for it! This can actually turn out to be a fun and rewarding project that … [Read more...]
