Georges Hobeika – Paris Fashion Week Primavera | Spring 2010

Photo Credits: Wireimage

At any wedding, the aisle runner is a focal decoration during the ceremony. But who says all aisle runners have to be plain and white? Sure, we’ve all seen the couple’s monograms on the aisle runners or the rose petals sprinkled everywhere. But why not try an alternative option?

Jesi Haack Weddings

David Tutera

If you’re not a huge fan of all things floral, skip bouquets for your bridesmaids and have them carry something besides flowers. There are so many alternatives to the traditional floral bouquet!

Know someone old enough to appreciate an 80’s high school theme? Well, if you are planning a party, look no further! Perfect for an 80’s party.

Heather Crosby, Art Director and Designer, came up with this unique invitation.

Heather’s brother and his wife Shayda met way back in high school. Prior to their marriage, Heather threw them a school-themed, backyard barbecue engagement party.

If you want to copy this idea, all you need is:

Supplies:

Lined notebook filler paper
Pack of colored markers or pens
Color photo copier
Envelopes
Custom photo stamps from PhotoStamps.com (Your Picture on Real US Postage)

You write your invitation using colored markers using 80’s high school phrases and acronyms like T.T.L., P.P.S., K.I.T., Write Back, 4 Eva, Don’t Ever Change, and others. Popular Eighties Terms found here. Cross out misspelled words and use a lot of exclamation points. Add your notebook paper to the color photo copier and copy the amount of invites you need. Click here for instructions on how to folding your invites into secret passed note squares.

Shhhh……

I like the concept and design scheme of the two Australian designers that make up Mooza.

How fun would it be to use these signs on your wedding reception bathroom doors?

Their signs are hand crafted from an acrylic base, and then topped with unique papers & sealed off with a thick resin coating (this creates an effect of a ceramic/tile).

Picture this as part of decor at a child’s party.

You just attach them individually to any flat surface with – reusable adhesive (that they supply). They are very light. If you wanted to apply them permanently
you would just use double sided mounting tape.

Visit Mooza Designs here.

A woman’s wedding day is the one day most have been dreaming about all their life, and some may have envisioned every detail to the “T”.

But some women, unfortunately, dread the day of finding their wedding dress. Why? Because finding a “plus size” wedding dress for the full-figured fashionista desiring a couture dress can really be a slim picking. Most are tired of being offered the typical A-line dress with the same ol’ styling. They want a dress that will show their beautiful and sexy curves; not cover them up.

However, the good thing is, the plus size fashion world is really evolving and so are the selections.

Cc. Elaine, an intimate design studio “infuses creativity & passion with innovation & style to produce High Fashion Bridal wear for The Modern Bride Who Deserves To Be Different”. That’s a mouthful, but Cc. Elaine backs it up with its Femme Luxe line catering to the bride sized 12-32.

Go here to see more of Cc. elaine’s collections.

These wedding “cakes” aren’t for everyone, but if you are planning an alternative wedding or just want something besides the regular ol’ traditional wedding cake, these are some really cute ideas.

Hostess Wedding Cake

Donut Wedding Cakes

Pie Wedding Cake

How can one go wrong with a classic buttercream frosting and cute little paper rosettes below? How sweet and simple.

Homemade Wedding Cake

Chocolate Fountain Wedding Cake

Cheese Wheel Wedding Cake

Milk and Cookies

I like the idea of edible gifts as favors. I actually prefer homemade favors which personalizes them even more. You can do this for a wedding, shower or party. They would make great housewarming gifts, too.

Photo Credits Above: design*sponge

Photo Credits Above: Cookie Wedding Favors by StonyBrookCookie.com, Mini-Pie Favors via MarthaStewartWeddings.com, Burlap Sacks with Fresh Apples by Miki Duisterhof via Brides.com, Lovely Mix Personalized Hot Cappuccino Wedding Favors via AmericanBridal.com, Home Brew Beer Wedding Favors by Chris Boar from CB Photography, Mini Oil & Vinegar Bottles with Personalized Labels Favors by Beau-Coup.com, Jam Jars Wedding Favor by Steven Myers Photography via OnceWed.com, Maple Syrup Fall Wedding Favors by Chris Boar from CB Photography, Pickled Rhubarb Favor Jars by Sarah Tew via TheKnot.com, Caramel Apples Kit for Wedding Favors by KingArthurFlour.com, Candied Apples Favors by Miki Duisterhof via Brides.com, “Fabulous Fern” Gourmet Brownie Pops Wedding Favors by FavorIdeas.com, Coconut Macaroon Cookies Favors by KingArthurFlour.com, Chocolate Chip Cookies with Leaf Favor Tags by MyJeanM.com, Personalize Monogrammed Cookies AmericanBridal.com

Photo Credit: Once Wed

When was the last time you saw an old fashioned lemonade stand at a wedding? Instead of just serving lemonade, why not set up an actual lemonade stand for your guests? The concept of a wedding lemonade stand is perfect for summer weddings. It will keep your guests refreshed and hydrated.

Photo Credit: JK Photography

Photo Credit: Wedding Chicks

Who says Lemonade Stands must be outdoors?

Photo Credits: AC Ellis Inc.

You can find a bevy of vintage lemonade drink dispensers here.
Customizable lemonade printables here.

Ikea has a cute “lemonade-ish” Forhoja Kitchen Cart if you want to shell out 100 bucks.

Every time I see a gift basket that was given to someone I always think I could have made it for half the price and chosen some better things to put inside.

Which is why these elegant gift baskets created by D-Tales Event Designers caught my eye. They are unique, and not your generic basket which clear cellophane bags suffocate. Really inspiring for a DIY project, don’t you think?

Simply Elegant

Pretty in Pink

Holiday

Baby Shower

Cozy Night

A Taste of Italy

Angels Among Us

Wine and Wilderness