Lately I’ve seen some really creative guestbook alternatives. Most couples don’t ever look at the guestbook after the wedding – so I love the idea of making it a piece of art! Check out these unique guest sign-in ideas.
Stamps have always been a hot collectable… but not exactly for young women planning a wedding. Recently we’ve seen a resurgence in vintage stamps on wedding and event invitations. Some couples spend their entire engagement collecting cool vintage stamps that represent them or the invitation recipient. (For example you find some stamps about quilting and knitting for your aunt who likes to sew.) It’s just another part of your invitation that you can customize and coordinate. Higher face value stamps are harder to come by so you should snatch them up when you can. (Check your local YellowPages for stamp stores.) You could always put a relatively old stamp (say 1990s) paired with an interesting 1 cent stamp from 200 years ago. Make sure you get uncanceled and unused stamps. You’ll end up spending a little more than face value (the amount shown on the stamp) but your guests will be wowed!
One of the big trends in stationery at the moment is blind letterpress. Basically, it’s letterpress but without ink. The result is a beautifully subtle pattern with some serious texture!
Usually the wedding rings get all of the styling glory in photographs. Not any more! Check out these awesome shots of invitations… styled to perfection!
Photo booths are always a huge hit at weddings. But did you know the customization options are almost endless?! Check out these awesome backdrops and props!
My favorite is a glitzy sequin backdrop that you can diy or purchase ready made from Drop it Modern.
I love the interactive chalkboard background. And how adorable is this faux wall with the frames?
We’ve all come to love Ombre and we’ve incorporated it into everything from our hair to florals to even our nails, but there’s a new guy in town and he’s Ombre’s cooler step-brother that we just can’t get enough of: ”Dip-Dye”. The main difference between ombré and dip dye is in the color transition: instead of the smooth gradient from color to color you see with ombré, taking a dip means a more intentional, daring shift from one shade to the next. I personally love this trend, and can’t wait to style my brides in a daring dipped bridal gown.
- Lulu Amin, November Lily
I’m loving the unexpected pop that dip dying gives to paper and it can easily be DIYed. Here’s how:
Before you start, it’s important to know that different types of paper will take dye differently and uncoated stocks are best.
Materials:
Paper (duh)
Some kind of bucket to put the dye in (at least 8″ deep)
Stiring utinsil
Rit liquid (or powder) dye
Directions:
Fill your bucket/pot/tub with (at least) 6 inches of hot water. Stir in dye slowly and add more water if it’s too dark or if the color is too light, add dye. Holding your paper as straight as possible, dip into the dye mixture to desired depth. Keep your paper in the dye until it turns the desired color. Hang to dry.
Our guest blogger, Lulu, is the Founder and Bridal Stylist at November Lily – a luxury boutique bridal styling-house. She is also the creator of this Fall’s chic bridal event: BRIDES BAUBLES & BLUSH – The ULTIMATE Bridal Styling & Fashion Event! For more great bridal styling tips and trends be sure to visit her at www.facebook.com/novemberlily or www.novlilybride.com
xoxo,
Sources: Gowns by Givenchy, Martha Stewart, design*sponge, swoonstudio.blogspot.com, ohhappyday, sayyestohoboken, momtastic,
Invitations don’t have to be limited to words on paper. They can be interactive! How cool is a madlib RSVP card? Or a board game save the date? Check out these inspiring pieces that combine stationery with entertainment.
Add some technology with a QR code (a barcode read by smart phones) that links to your wedding website.
This save the date actually ties a red string into a knot as the card opens. Here’s the translation:”KNOT: LOOP THAT IS FASTENED AND LOCKED SO IT IS DIFFICULT TO RELEASE, AND THE MORE ITS ENDS ARE PULLED APART THE MORE IT TIES TOGETHER.”
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