Lanterns can add a lot to your decor and wedding style. They can be incorporated into any theme, and at any time of year. As Summer leaves us and we begin to think about Fall and Winter, lanterns are great for the shorter days as they can provide romantic lighting to all different parts of your wedding day. Below are five ideas, but truly the possibilities are endless!

1) Centerpieces:

2) Aisle Markers:

3) Guestbook/Welcome Table Decor:

4) Ceremony Location Decor:

5) Reception Decor – Hanging from Ceiling

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So you’re thinking about poms on your wedding day? Here are a few alternative trends we’re loving (with links to how-to’s)!

Yarn Poms. This is a somewhat labor intensive task, but the outcome is really beautiful. You can do them in all different colors. We’ve seen them in different hues of gray, yellow, blue, etc. If you want instructions on how to make them, go over to ruffledblog.com, they do a how-to with Jessica of Wednesday Inc.

Flower poms are something your florist can pull together for you pretty easily as they have all of the tools needed. This is a babies breath hanging pom, which is so elegant and simple. I love this idea! {Photo Credit: Jonathon Ong}

These fabric poms are an alternative to the tissue poms, and provide a must more professional look for a wedding.  Head over to oncewed.com and for a how-to from Ashley of Dolci Odille

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Jill Thomas Photography via stylemepretty.com

Happy Friday Everyone! A few people close to us are dress shopping today, so we wanted to do a dress-inspired post. There are so many gorgeous looks out there and often when we go dress shopping we draw a blank on what to tell the boutique when they ask, “what style dress are you looking for?”  One of the things you want to make note of is the Fit, Bodice, Material, and Skirt Style. Also, if you do or do not want any embellishments (beading, embroidery, etc). This will make your dress shopping experience so much easier.  Below are a few of our favorite looks, and we’ve broken down the elements for you. You can also check out our wedding dress gallery full of current designer gowns that may help you “explain” your dress desires!

{Sophia Tolli}
Dress Details - Fit: A-Line | Bodice: Sweet-Heart | Material: Tulle and Taffeta | Skirt Style: Ruffled

{Priscilla of Boston}
Dress Details - Shape: Fit n’ Flare Gown | Material: Organza | Skirt Details: Embroidered

{Lord & Taylor}
Dress Details - Fit: Strapless Sheath | Bodice: Sweet-Heart | Skirt: Pleated

{Alita Graham}
Dress Details - Fit: Ball-Gown | Bodice: Sweet-Heart | Material: Organza | Skirt Style: Ruffled