Spring is one of the best times for a bridal shower. And we’re gearing up for spring!
I’ve been doing a few things for Wedding Essentials Magazine and these free fill-in-yourself bridal shower invites are one of them. Three invites for three adorable spring themes: tea party, yarn and silhouette.
Download all three invites over on the WE blog!

This is the cutest idea I’ve ever seen.
The groom hired a photographer to capture the moment he proposed and kept it a secret. He then gave the bride the framed photo on their wedding day. Now that’s planning ahead.

Check out their gorgeous wedding here.

{photos by Alyse French Photography}

We super love this idea for a first anniversary. What a great excuse to put your wedding dress on and eat cake!

{from The Wedding Chicks, photos by Alea Lovely Photo + Video}

A great reception detail that is often overlooked is the place for guests to leave cards.  Think about it … the card drop is one of the first things your guests look for when they arrive at your reception.  Do you go with a little basket or a ferocious yet adorable card-eating pinata?

Photo by Soda Fountain Photography

We had no expectations going into the National Stationery Show so stumbling across PAPER florist aNeMone was beyond what we imagined. Ever. We’ve seen blinged out bouquets and felt flowers, but wowza….for paper lovers like ourselves, there’s nothing like seeing a paper flower bouquet.

{top photo by Suwanee Photography, bottom photos from aNeMone}

There are more aNeMone photos by Suwanee Photography here. Buy your own paper flowers HERE!

Colorful chairs in lieu of decorations. Why didn’t I think of that?

Simply awesome.

{photos by pier 23}

I know there are a lot of Facebook skeptics out there, so just trust me on this … changing your relationship status on Facebook is a big deal. The change shows up on all your friends’ news feeds so you get tons of congratulations or WTFs, depending on the change. That’s why I think it is perfect that Eclectic Images Photography documented the switch. It really is a moment the couple will remember.

Check out more photos from this wedding at Style Me Pretty.

Table arrangements too tricky? Try a communal table. This one from Style Me Pretty is so awesome and beautiful.

{photo from Style Me Pretty, by Gia Canali}

If you’re going dark brown, you better be going Coffee Liqueúr. It brings a level of elegance no brown has brought before. Pair Coffee Liqueúr with a light nougat for unmatched elegance or a bold deep teal, phlox or bamboo for rich and savory.

Bride and Groom from Love & Lavender, photo by we love pictures
Cake from Merriment, photo by Elizabeth Messina
Just Married Sign from Martha Stewart Weddings
Origami Table Setting from Green Wedding Shoes
Flower Candle from Ruffled, photo by Brady Puryear
Hair Piece from Style  Me Pretty, photo by Studio 28 Photo
Programs from Elizabeth Anne Designs, photo by Christina Carroll Photography

Check out the our full Fall Color Report.

Soothing, zen-like cedar is perfect for your eco-conscious outdoor wedding. Let nature inspire your colors by pairing it with other shades of green and a little brown. For fun, throw in some red-orange which will really POP!

Macaroons via Style Me Pretty
Menu photo by Ben Godkin Photo
Photo booth pic from Design Love Fest.
Vase photo by Jagger Photography, Floral Designer: Holly Flora
Cake from Wedding Simple

Check out all the colors included in our Fall Color Report.