Modern brides are opting to put a spin on traditional wedding customs and some simply omit them altogether.   If you’re a modern bride and want to approach your wedding with fresh ideas, here’s a custom you may want to forego: The tradition of the bride and groom not seeing each other before the ceremony is being set aside by many couples to allow for creative pre-ceremony photography.   By scheduling a photo session an hour or two before the ceremony, couples are able to capture special privat
Source: http://thingsfestive.blogspot.com/2009/10/traditional-wedding-customs-challenged.html

I’ve never physically met anyone else who collects sea glass ( other than my two kids and my husband and a few brief encounters with strangers on the beach.) Sure, I’ve connected online with dozens of other sea glass collectors, but I’ve yet to have a face to face conversation with another sea glass collector. In fact, many people in these parts barely know what sea glass is. Them: “What are your plans this weekend?” Me: “I’m going to the North American Sea Glass Festival in Erie, PA.”
Source: http://www.intimateweddings.com/blog/sea-glass-rocks-the-north-american-sea-glass-festival/

I am a writer, so naturally I love typewriters. Yes, I am grateful for word processing (I rely heavily on ‘delete’), but I can’t help but be nostalgic for the past. I like the idea of using the typewriter as a guest book for weddings. Typewriters are so photogenic – plus it’s a walk down memory lane for some of your older guests. The wedding + typewriter trend seems to be still alive and well. BTW, Craigslist and Kijiji are both great sources for vintage typewriters. Here are some of m
Source: http://www.intimateweddings.com/blog/typewriter-wedding-cool/

Wheat isn’t just for eatin’. It makes for lovely wedding decorations . Here are some wheat wedding ideas that are perfect for an autumn wedding: Photo: Project Wedding Photo: Project Wedding Photo: The Knot Photo: Project Wedding Photo : In Style Weddings Photo: Holly Ann Ricker Photo: Wish Special Events Photo: The Knot Photo: Designer PI
Source: http://www.intimateweddings.com/blog/its-a-nice-day-for-a-wheat-wedding/

(TrendHunter.com) On the Maxim site, the Maxim wedding seating chart decodes the traditional seating plan of the wedding, breaking it down to show you exactly how your seat is chosen. Because, when it comes to weddings,…
Source: http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maxim-wedding-seating

(TrendHunter.com) On the Maxim site, the Maxim wedding seating chart decodes the traditional seating plan of the wedding, breaking it down to show you exactly how your seat is chosen. Because, when it comes to weddings,…
Source: http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maxim-wedding-seating

Curious as to which hairstyle is most requested by brides? Do you know how to style your hair to most flatter your face, your wedding style and your wedding dress? Get professional advice and schedule a “practice” styling appointment before your big event! Check out these variations of the “bun!” Today, the chignon, knot, ponytail, and hair twist dominate the way brides want to wear their hair for their  weddings .
Source: http://www.storkie.com/blog/index.php/trends-and-ideas/and-the-bun-wins/

Photo: Edyta Szyszlo PhotographyA big thank you, merci, danke, grazie, dziękuję, gracias, tack to everyone for your support!  Smitten Stick’s launch has gone better than ever imagined. It’s only been 48 hours roughly and we’ve felt the love. We’ve even sold out and relisted on Etsy a couple times! I love that the blog community loves us, and we love you!  Thanks to Once Wed, Clover & Bee, Rock N Roll Bride, Brooklyn Bride and Snippet & Ink for taking the time and shouting us out!  Please visit S
Source: http://www.edytaszyszlo.com/blog/2009/10/16/thank-you-from-smitten-sticks/

Photo: Edyta Szyszlo PhotographyA big thank you, merci, danke, grazie, dziękuję, gracias, tack to everyone for your support!  Smitten Stick’s launch has gone better than ever imagined. It’s only been 48 hours roughly and we’ve felt the love. We’ve even sold out and relisted on Etsy a couple times! I love that the blog community loves us, and we love you!  Thanks to Once Wed, Clover & Bee, Rock N Roll Bride, Brooklyn Bride and Snippet & Ink for taking the time and shouting us out!  Please visit S
Source: http://www.edytaszyszlo.com/blog/2009/10/16/thank-you-from-smitten-sticks/

Photo: Edyta Szyszlo PhotographyA big thank you, merci, danke, grazie, dziękuję, gracias, tack to everyone for your support!  Smitten Stick’s launch has gone better than ever imagined. It’s only been 48 hours roughly and we’ve felt the love. We’ve even sold out and relisted on Etsy a couple times! I love that the blog community loves us, and we love you!  Thanks to Once Wed, Clover & Bee, Rock N Roll Bride, Brooklyn Bride and Snippet & Ink for taking the time and shouting us out!  Please visit S
Source: http://www.edytaszyszlo.com/blog/2009/10/16/thank-you-from-smitten-sticks/