Just For Guests

Dresses to wear to a WeddingIt’s likely that you’ll attend several weddings in your lifetime, often as a guest. Each wedding will be very unique, and depending on the atmosphere of both of the ceremony and reception, you’ll be expected to dress accordingly. These days, modern couples don’t put many restrictions on the attire of their guests. Many ceremonies are casual, and any semi-formal dress or outfit will do. However, there are a few occasions in which you might find certain attire will be more appropriate. For example, themed weddings, such as those taking place on a beach, might require a specific detail like sensible footwear. The venue can also be a good indicator as to the expectations of your outfit, as a more conservative or formal dress would be more suited to a cathedral or ballroom.

Many wedding guests choose to draw from their current wardrobe to find their outfit, while others may purchase a dress specifically for the occasion. There are many places to find appropriate dresses to wear to a wedding, no matter what the overall style of the ceremony and reception may be. You can shop at your favorite stores and still find the best look for the big day, without worrying about any restrictions. If you plan on purchasing a new ensemble, a good idea would be to make sure it’s something you could wear for other occasions. You can even pair it with a shoe you already own, and cut down on excessive expenses.

Wedding attire is predominately easier for those apart of the wedding party. For example, the mother of the bride or ring bearer might have a specific outfit designed for them, to match the palette of the ceremony. As a guest, you’ll only be expected to avoid the most obvious faux pas, and generally choose an outfit that suits the occasion. Bright colors, casual shoes, and fun accessories are all widely present in a modern wedding. The best advice for wedding guests would be to make sure you know what the bridesmaids, and wedding party, will be wearing and try to steer clear of choosing an outfit that looks too similar. Finding a selection to choose from won’t be hard, as many online shops such as Very.co.uk offer a broad range of attire to choose from. Getting the right outfit that suits the occasion, and your own personal style is easy when you utilize your online resources.

Chic Pomander Escort Cards

Really love these pomander escort cards from Angel & Angela’s Wedding featured on Elizabeth Anne Designs. The whole wedding was chic, modern, and featured bold colors with natural elements. The Bride herself created the stationary, along with these clever guest seating cards.

Pomander Wedding Escort Cards

Credits: Photography.

Hilary Duff’s Wedding Cake

A big highlight in the Wedding World recently has been the marriage of Hilary Duff and Mike Comrie. With a stunning Vera Wang gown, plenty of roses, and a “warm and cozy” atmosphere, it really was a gem. My favorite part by far however, (her dress a close second) was the cake. A simple, “vintage home made”, elegant tiered cake… minus the frosting. Amidst an abundance of cookie-cutter weddings, this cake really stands out. A cake without frosting was a really nice touch and very unique, and perfectly matched the overall feel of the wedding. With the contrast of the soft pink roses, cream frosting and golden brown cake layers, I’m really in love.

Gallery of Hilary’s wedding, as a feature in OK magazine, found via Dog N’ Bird!

Hilary Duff's Vintage Wedding Cake

Credit: Image, Courtesy.

Vintage DIY Reception

Simple, beautiful, and inexpensive. This DIY reception decor was apart of Catherine and Hans’ wedding over on iDIY. It just goes to show, you can have a classic and stunning wedding on a small budget; this wedding was done with just 3 months and $8,000 to spare. All the DIY details and the vintage theme really make this Seattle wedding memorable.

Vintage DIY Wedding Reception

Credits: Photographed by Goudey Photography.

Mango Madness at Cream Cake Co.

Our friends over at Cream Cake Co. are having an amazing July special! Check out their delicious Mango combed cake offer. A fantastic discount on an irresistible cake. Perfect fresh flavor for summer time weddings!

Not familiar with Chicago’s fabulous Cream Cake Company? Check out this post we did here, on this fantastic wedding cake vendor.

Wedding Cake Special Offer

Cream Cake Chicago

When planning your wedding, finding a baker that can provide a custom wedding cake is a must. This is often at the top of every bride-to-be’s list. You will need a cake that suits your reception’s style, as well as one that tastes as good as it looks. Cream Cake Chicago is the perfect choice for any Windy City couples!

Whether you are a lover of chocolate, or the classic white cake, you will have a variety of choices and fillings to choose from. Flavors for the white cakes include almond praline and banana nut, with plenty of fruity flavors ranging from coconut pineapple cream, lemon raspberry, and strawberry supreme among many others.

For their succulent chocolate cakes, you can choose complimentary flavors such as: Bailey’s chocolate, chocolate mousse, cookies and cream, mocha and raspberry truffle just to name just a few.

Cream Cake Chicago

Besides just the amazing flavors and designs, the Cream Cake Co. has a friendly, personalized service you won’t find in commercialized chains. Each cake is baked from scratch and made to order, to be fresh and customized for your wedding. So if you are searching for the perfect Wedding Cake in the Chicago area, then you know who to go to. Visit their site for more stunning cake designs and information on how to make an appointment. If only I were in the Chicago area, I would have stopped by for a tasting of their amazing cakes!

Wedding Cake Chicago

Eat Cake, Be Merry!

Just in love with these stunning cake designs from Eat Cake, Be Merry. Wow! The bold patterns like on the retro flower cake is just fantastic. Perfect colors and perfect for spring. I also love how sharp the design of the monogram cake is. They can do everything from clean cut designs, to intricate floral, to modern patterns with a retro feel. I’m just obsessing over their work! Check out their site for more cute cake designs for parties as well.

Modern Spring Wedding Cake
Bold Creative Wedding Cake Design

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