Red Weddings on Etsy.com

In honor of Cinco de Mayo today, I thought I would post my weekly etsy finds on something with a little flavor - Red Weddings.  Now you don't have to wear red, or even have a red wedding to enjoy these little finds.  (and check out that dress!  and that fabulous little red clutch!)

Hatter Inspired Flower ($25) by Lillies For Lily / Poppy Evening Gown ($725) bu Ruby Pearl / Cranberry Martinit Swarovski Pearl Bracelet ($36.50) from JMG Design/ Red Favor Box ($2.50) by Simple Tastes  /  Lotus Flower Clutch ($75) by Upstyle/ Red Anemone & Black Feathers Set ($395) by Modage Florals 

A few more of my favorites ... (just love that bolero!)

Silk Cherry Bolero ($83) by Mary & Angelika / Garnet Earrings ($62) by Emma Bond / Felt Poppy Bridal Bouquet ($69) by Idotakeyou / Poppy Felt Flower Lariat ($48) by Big Frozen Melon / Moulin Feather Flower ($30) by Jenny Pickle / Cake Topper ($38) by The SnipPets

'Roses Aren't Just Red' Inspiration

Daily Inspiration

OK so I was poking around Martha Stuart Weddings & looking for a little DIY project to test out this weekend. And I came across this cake & just had to share. They consider this 'rustic modern'. i think it's adorable. (if a cake could be adorable?)

Pretty in Pink

Pretty in Pink at the Hotel Del Coronado - Brittany & Jarrod's Wedding!

This destination wedding was like a pink fairytale. Everything was pink- the nail polish, pink ribbons, the bridesmaids gowns, the flowers, even the ties - love it!   They also picked just the right setting for their outdoor wedding- the Windsor Lawn at the famous Hotel Del on the island of Coronado- (only a bridge away from downtown San Diego.)   What better place to travel to from Arizona for perfect seaside weather for their guests to enjoy!

An abundant layer of pink rose petals really made this ceremony site rich with color as Brittany was escorted down the aisle.

 To help save on the budget, the bridesmaid created their own bouquets of pink roses and black lilies wrapped with 2" pink ribbons. To help and keep their guest cool - pink fold-out fans. (available at online stores such as SaveOnCrafts.com or for those crafty brides, you can DIY with instructions from Better Homes & Gardens).  And to signify their union, Brittany &  Jarrod chose a long standing traditional of the dove release. (Click here to read more about the meaning behind the tradition - Dove Release).

Brittany & Jarrod (affectionately known as Barbie & Ken by some of their friends) were so happy! Everything turned out beautifully. As special treats to their guest, they included a candy bar of pink.  And flip-flips were available for those with fancy shoes who wanted to bust some moves on the dance floor, or just wander to the beach for some sea air.

A yummy chocolate groom's cake and a sweet white cake with pink roses for the couple to share. With candle-light and a classic Hotel Del chandelier, soft pinks lights and plenty of guests on the dance floor- what a reception!

Ceremony & Reception were held at the Hotel Del Coronado / Wedding Coordination by Nahid of Wedding Elegance /  Photography by Laura B Scott Photography

Ceremony Floral Inspirations

Bouquets

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