L.O.V.E. it! - Lemon Lace Studio

I came across this lovely number by recent fashion graduate- Paulea from Missouri.  This is the perfect dress for a more casual tea party wedding or as a second dress for your outdoor reception. -

($495)

To see more of Lemon Lace Studio's online shop - click here!


For more wedding dress inspirations:
Safari Wedding Dress inspirations
Inspiration: BCBG
Inspiration: Wedding Dress

Useful Information about Your Dress:
Questions to Ask Your Dressmaker!
Eco-friendly: Preowned Wedding Dresses

Twigs & Honey

I just found some lovely new wedding accessory must-have items by Myra Callan on her etsy.com shop - Twigs & Honey.  They are soft & feminine; sweet & sexy; elegant & romantic. And well you just have to check them out yourself ...

Bridal Mini Hat ($285) Custom made to order. 

Silk Tulle Lave Trim Veil ($225) / Double Anemone Silk Flower ($150) hair piece / Crystal & Velvet Head piece ($200)  / Dot Lave Triple Blossom Garter ($55) / Sea Spray Mini Hat ($380)

Double Layer Tulle Russian Veil ($65) /  Triple Silk Belt ($165)  / Custom Order Feather Flower ($115) Triple Silk Flower Necklace ($135) / Handmade Silk Bloom ($70)

   Based out of the Portland area, Twigs & Honey began in 2008 with a goal of introducing a line of modern hair  accessories.  A completely self-taught artist, Myra's inspirations come from the environment around her. She uses a beautiful array of organic textures, elegant colors & creative accents to each of her handmade pieces.  To find out more about Twigs & Honey & view more items:

Website : www.twigsandhoney.com

Blog: www.twigsandhoney.blogspot.com

Shop: www.shop.twigsandhoney.com

Wedding Whites on Etsy

Blusher Birdcage Veil ($27) by YJ Design / Ostrich Feather Accessory ($98) by Twisted Crystals / White Organic ring ($59) on La Chica De Los Anillos / Lily Ivory Shrug ($210) by Holly Stadler / White Angel Ring Pillow ($150) by Tiana Che / Anna Eco-Friendly Dress ($550) by Thread Head / Persophone Dress ($950) by Prizy Sebastian / White Blossom Corsage Brooch ($65) by A Alicia Wedding / Pearl Nugget Earrings ($16) by Wired Out Designs Vivienne Headband ($195) by LoBoheme / Melissa Mantilla Veil ($75) by Marisol Aparicio / Shabby Chic Birds Cake Topper by Romancing Juliet / Emilia Ivory Shoe Clips ($26) by Jurgita Handmade .

Inspiration: Soft Pastels Behind the Dress

One of my favorite shops on etsy is LoBoheme.   There are just so many lovely finds in this shop. But I thought I would share this sweet custom item. LoBoheme will design your custom garter to a color & material of your choice. 

Check out this lovely custom find on their shop. 
And to check out their 2010 collection - click here!

Yellow is all the Rage on Etsy

This season, yellow is all the rage! And I know that I usually post my etsy finds on Wednesdays but I could resist sharing some of these lovely finds a few days early...

Lovebirds Save-the-Dates ($15)  by Kim Custom Gifts / Handmade Satin Flower Appliques ($6.99) by Juja Crafts / Chiffon Flower Necklace ($14) by Lovely and Amazing / Snap Clutch ($35) by ModDot / Blue & Yellow Boutonniere ($15) by PishPosh / Honey Tones Flower arrangement ($50) by Flores Del Sol / Haute Pastel Yellow ($89) by Nostalgia.

Intertwined Headpiece ($75) by House of Elsa  / Scalloped Lace Ring 22ct gold ($250) by bcm999 / Bridesmaid Ranunculus Feather ($39) by Y&J Design  / Mango Scarflette ($35) by Scarflette / Canary Dress Silk Chiffon ($425) by Holly Stalder.  

Fancy Paper Lanterns on Crafty Nest

Plain paper lanterns made fancy by Craft Nest.  This is an easy do-it-yourself project to add a little pizzaz to your paper lantern decorations. Check out Crafty Nest for the instructions.

Click here for another easy DIY project for making potted seating place cards.

Eco-Friendly Items on Etsy

We can all do our part in small ways to help preserve the environment. And for my weekly Etsy finds I searched out some great little enviro-friendly items including a fantastic bridal gown from one of my favorite handmade Etsy vendors, Your Fairytale Wedding, recycled paper invitations from Foosie Design and an herbal party favor for your wedding guests from Favor Creative ... 

Sweet Romantic Bridal Gown ($799) by Your Fairytale Wedding / Unique Collar with Organic Silk  ($39) by Lilliput Chipmunk / White Wool Acorn Ornaments (12 for 6) by Green Baboon Designs  / Wedding Invitations 'Cynthia & James' ($4.55) by Foosie Design / Turquoise Hemp Bag with queen anne's lace ($45) by Lizura / Peaced Together Babydoll Dress  ($60) by Mountain Girl Clothing / Julian Boutonniere ($22) by Lint and Lavender / Blue House Slippers ($25) by Green Tea Vintage / Sea Glass Personalized necklace ($31) by Swept From the Sea / Seed Pod Place Holder ($12) by Thitaree / Lemon Balm Herbs Favor ($4.50) by Favor Creative / Misha Headband Felt & Peacock ($52) by Lint and Lavender / Half Carat Pebble Ring ($3800) by Single B Beautiful

Today's Inspiration: Pink Sugar!

I was searching my way through etsy.com today and found this cute pink wedding gown! Who says brides must wear white?  I'm thinking that to add a little something something to your destination wedding - why not add a little color?

Find this Kelley Pink Sugar vintage inspired gown for $965 and more at Bellini Bridal on Etsy.com 

Destination Weddings on Etsy

This weeks searches have turned up some interesting items for a destination wedding. Gifts for your bridal party, unique bouquets & cuff links, invitations and maps. Check it out...

Passport Invitations ($40) by Sproullie Designs / Custom Vintage Map Cuff Links ($36) by Bella Moda Artist  / Personalized luggage tag ($34) by Cest Suberbe / Hanalei Invitations ($9.50ea) by Ruby & Willow / Adrift Ocean Aqua Earrings ($28) by Hampton Jewels  /  Custom Hand-Drawn Keepsake Map ($12) by Tree Space Studio / Vintage Map Belt Buckle ($29) by The Map Shop /  Camera Necklace ($7) by Chinacherie

Safe Travel Ring ($11.50) by Dorkorama  / Estee Floral Eco Handmade Snack Bag ($6) by Sack Savers / Handmade Vintage Fabric Bouquet ($28) by Bedouin /  Rhinestone Jeweled Hair ($120) by Londonxox /  Green Sea Urchin Ornament ($15) by Eebeach / Barefoot Sandals Swarovski Crystals ($90) by Two Be Wed Jewelry

Eco-Friendly Idea: Recycle My Dress

If you are looking for a way to recycle your worn-once dress or just redesign your grandmother's wedding gown, check out this site - RecycleMyDress.com. Create an eco-friendly & original design from your dress so you can wear it again!

Bridal Shoes on Etsy

Etsy Find of the Week: Bridal Shoes & Shoes Accessories

Have a plain pair of shoes you love but are not fancy enough for your gown.  Try a clip to add a little pizzazz!

Rhinestone & Ostrich Custom Adornment ($42) at  Feathers & Frills /  Peacock Feather ($17) at StarzSelection

 Custom feather Clips ($55) at LoBoheme / Vintage inspired Ivory with Swarovski pearls ($42) at JurqitaHandmade / Peacock Handpainted Pumps ($80) at NoraKaren / Full of Grace ivory clip ($25) at theBrideGene  / Raspberry Bloom Shoe Clips ($9) at FrancineToukouBloom / Paris Wedding Shoe Clips ($30) at CMitrou / Bridal Ballet Flats ($68) at HydraHeart

Hair Accessories on Etsy

Today's find on Etsy.com - Hair Pieces!!

Dusty Pink Rose ($23) at MischaM / Feather & Magnolia ($20)  & Peacock set of 3 ($15) at Emilywootton / Off white Ranunculus ($38) & White Flower with Birdcage Veil ($72) at YJDesign / Gardenia ($20) at Smittenxoxo / Handmade Silk Peony ($54) & Tear-Drop Head Piece ($65) at WeddingAisle / Burnt Umber & Yellow ($35) at Alicia's Wedding / Glass Blue Vines ($35) at ChicAllure / Lovely White Feather ($20) at SweetGrassMill / Dark Red Countess ($45) & Violet ($55) at Smittenxoxo / Northern Lights ($40) at WhichGoose