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November Favorites – Flowers, Shoes, Outfits, and Decor

By Chie

I can’t believe it’s been a month since we’ve first released this round-up feature of our monthly favorites and here we are again, giving you some of the standout and interesting bouquets, cakes, details, outfits, & shoes we have compiled throughout the month of November. Enjoy lovelies for it was a month filled with amazing wedding details!

Bouquet

November Favorites Flowers, Shoes, Outfits, and Decor — BellaDiva Photography | View More Photos from the Event

When I first saw this butterfly bouquet, I already knew that this will come up again during the monthly favorites. Not only is this idea unique but it looks so pretty too!

Attaching a goPro camera to your bride is probably one of the most creative idea to document a whole different point of view. Although the main purpose of this is to capture the groom’s reaction as his bride comes down the isle, it’s fun, as well, to see what your guests’ reactions are.

Cakes

Life Long Studios | View More Photos from the Event

Whittaker Portraits | View More Photos from the Event

Details

Wieland_Smart_CakeKnife_Photography_IMG0738_low — CakeKnife Photography | View More Photos from the Event

To find your seat, you must find your seat! Hah, get it?

Enriquez_Strider_Love_in_Photographs_DSC9951_low — Love in Photographs | View More Photos from the Event

SpencerDavies_Malekian_Dekker_Photography_029_low — Dekker Photography | View More Photos from the Event

Stout_Hoffman_Whittaker_Portraits_1305_SJW9711_low — Whittaker Portraits | View More Photos from the Event

Swartz_Morris_BellaDiva_Photography_AshleyIsmael114_low — BellaDiva Photography | View More Photos from the Event

Tarifa_Leviste_Whittaker_Portraits_1979CMW9973_low — Whittaker Portraits | View More Photos from the Event

They totally went Tiffany blue on everything, even the snacks! Yum.

Outfits

This is blue and orange’s month! Different hues and shades of these colors make for such a fun and lively wedding. But we still do have other color palettes in store for you when it comes to wedding outfits.

Swartz_Morris_BellaDiva_Photography_AshleyIsmael420_low — BellaDiva Photography | View More Photos from the Event

Tarifa_Leviste_Whittaker_Portraits_1277CMW9486_low — Whittaker Portraits | View More Photos from the Event

Enriquez_Strider_Love_in_Photographs_DSC0710_low — Love in Photographs | View More Photos from the Event

Wieland_Smart_CakeKnife_Photography_IMG1846_low — CakeKnife Photography | View More Photos from the Event

Jankowski_Reyes_Life_Long_Studios_LifeLongStudios133_low — Life Long Studios | View More Photos from the Event

Shoes

Sometimes comfort is key…

Enriquez_Strider_Love_in_Photographs_DSC0027_low — Love in Photographs | View More Photos from the Event

gladue — Taliah Leigh Photography | View More Photos from the Event

Jankowski_Reyes_Life_Long_Studios_LifeLongStudios600_low — Life Long Studios | View More Photos from the Event

Swartz_Morris_BellaDiva_Photography_AshleyIsmael488_low — BellaDiva Photography | View More Photos from the Event

But sometimes, glam and heels are still worth it…

Stout & Tarifa — Whittaker Portraits | View More Photos from the Event & Whittaker Portraits | View More Photos from the Event

October Favorites

By Chie

We at Beach Bride would like to introduce this new monthly feature we have called “Favorites”. It will be a list of our best-loved and stand out bouquets, cakes, details, outfits and shoes. So readers, mark your calendars for we will release this kind of list at the end of the month. Also, this will serve as some sort of recap as we open a new month of weddings, engagements, and bridal features! Feast your eyes!

Bouquet

October Favorites — Off BEET Productions | View More Photos from the Event

Cakes

From intricate details to simple designs, we just can’t resist putting these two opposite cake styles by each other so you can see the beauty of both.

Details

Early birds won’t have a reason to be grumpy by the start of the ceremony. This crossword puzzle will surely buy you a few minutes if things are running late.

Worroll_Shaffery_Donna_Cheung_Photography_FB0119_low — Donna Cheung Photography | View More Photos from the Event

cassidy — Off BEET Productions | View More Photos from the Event

details — Bohemia Photography | View More Photos from the Event

porter — Sachel Samone Photography, LLC | View More Photos from the Event

Webb_Edgerton_Tangled_Lilac_Photography_Edgerton2033_low — Tangled Lilac Photography | View More Photos from the Event

This simple but gorgeous white dress was perfect for Simone’s wedding in Hawaii.

mcnamara — Karma Hill Photography | View More Photos from the Event

gwn — Bohemia Photography | View More Photos from the Event

Shoes

webbPORTER — Tangled Lilac Photography | View More Photos from the Event & Sachel Samone Photography, LLC | View More Photos from the Event

collage — Off BEET Productions | View More Photos from the Event

Lynne_Taylor_ZuaniaGrafia_JoiShelby33_low — ZuaniaGrafia | View More Photos from the Event

Average Wedding Costs: What to Expect

By Rachael

If you’re about to start planning your wedding, you’re probably already thinking about what it’s going to cost you. According to various studies and a lot of research, there are some average costs for various aspects of a wedding. You’ll find those below, which might help you determine what to expect when it comes to paying for your wedding.

Average Dress Cost

On average, a woman will pay approximately $1,099 for her wedding dress. To save, purchase last season’s dress or shop online.

Average Wedding Costs: What to Expect — Photo Source: dress2015.com

Venue Cost

The average cost of the ceremony site is about $1,393. You can save money by hosting your wedding at your own home or the home of a family member. Also, booking the venue during the week can save you money as well.

The average cost of a reception site is much more; over $12,000. Of course, this is on average, so not all brides pay this much, and you don’t have to either. Host your reception in the same place as your ceremony or attempt to get a deal from your vendor.

Average Cost of Flowers

The average cost of flowers is approximately $1,988. Brides can save money by choosing flowers that are local rather than having them imported, and by choosing more greenery than blossoms. Also, choosing wildflowers or other flowers that are considered “weeds” but are still beautiful will also help.

Catering

Per head, the average cost of catering is about $61. You can save money by having a “potluck wedding,” or by cooking your own food. You may also want to go the less traditional route of just serving hors d’oeuvres or dessert. This is becoming more and more popular amongst brides.

By knowing what to expect, you can take steps to ensure that your wedding costs less than average and that you’re saving money!

Choosing the Wedding Dress that Best Flatters Your Body

By Rachael

When it comes to choosing the wedding dress, you need to consider a few things other than the color or the designer. If you want to choose the wedding dress that will best flatter your body, here are a few things you’ll want to think about.

The Hourglass Shape

If you’re an hourglass shape, you can wear just about any style of wedding dress. However, those that will best accentuate your natural features include the mermaid style dress, the A-line or princess style wedding dress and the column or sheath style.

Choosing the Wedding Dress that Best Flatters Your Body — Photo Source: blog.julep.com

Tall and Thin

If you’re tall and thin, there are a few different dresses that will look stunning on you. This includes the mermaid or trumpet style dress, the column or sheath style dress and the ball gown cut wedding dress.

Petite

If you’re more on the petite side, you’re going to want to go with the column or sheath style wedding dress, the A-line or princess style wedding dress, or the empire waist cut. These will flatter your body and make you appear taller.

Apple

If you have an apple body shape, the cuts that will make you look fabulous include the A-line or princess cut, the ball gown cut and the empire-waist dress. They hug the curves above your waist and then flare out, hiding areas of your body you may not be comfortable with.

Pear or Full-Figure

Finally, women with pear body shapes or those with full figures look stunning in empire waist cuts and ball gown cut wedding dresses.

Use these tips to choose a wedding dress that will look absolutely amazing on you.

Beach Bridal Wedding Trends for 2013

By Rachael

If you’re going to be a bride in 2013, you’ll be glad to know that this will be a rich year when it comes to wedding trends. Brides are now trying things they’ve never tried before, as they move away from the traditional and really start expressing themselves through their wedding décor and fashion. Here are some great beach bridal wedding trends for 2013.

Wedding Dresses

Beach brides will look fantastic in organza, tulle or chiffon, all of which are going to be popular in 2013. Soft fabrics and layered fabrics are all becoming more and more popular. Reminds us of a great bridal selection at topwedding.co.uk. Floor-length styles are coming back into fashion, but many beach brides will wear shorter fashions, including above the knee dresses and calf-length dresses. In terms of color, stark white is out while brides are favoring off-white and pastel colors.

Beach Bridal Wedding Trends for 2013 — Photos Source: parisbonbon.com

Wedding Accessories

There are several wedding trend expectations for 2013 when it comes to accessories. Wraps made of those same sheer fabrics are becoming popular, and are a great way for a bride to shield her shoulders and arms. Bird cage veils and hair fascinators are very popular right now. In terms of jewelry, brides seem to love pearls, crystals and rhinestones and surprisingly, many are wearing crystal brooches as accessories now.

Hair Styles

Many brides have started wearing messier updos, rather than the sleek styles from a few years ago. Braids are very popular, including the traditional braid and the mermaid or fish-tail braid. Hair combs and headbands are extremely popular as well, and sure to become more popular in 2013.

Braided Hairstyle — Photo Source: chicvintagebrides.com

Bridal Hairstyle — Photo Source: lanedittoe.com

Bridal Headband — Photo Source: weddbook.com

If you’re planning your 2013 wedding, use some of these trends to give you inspiration when planning your dress, accessories and wedding hair style.