Southern Weddings

Welcome back to another spectacular Wanwisa Wednesday! Be sure to check out her previous posts I, II, III, IV, V, VI, VII, VIII, IX, X, XI, XII, XIII, XIV, XV, XVI, XVII, XVII, XIX, XX, XXI, XXII, XXIII, XXIV, XXV, XXVI, XXVII, XXVIII, XXIX, XXX, XXXI, XXXII, XXXIII, XXXIV, XXXV, XXXVI, XXXVII, IIXXXX, IXL, XL, XLI, XLII and XLIII for more fabulous wedding inspiration!

This week’s post celebrates a design element that is perfect for a transitional look! Baskets and basket-weave elements offer that laid-back garden party appeal perfect for a Summer wedding but also beckon the feeling of a bountiful Fall harvest. Fun for the in-between-wedding, check out some chic ideas and get inspired!

First Row: Tiers of basket-wrapped cupcakes are sweet and whimsical, basketweave chocolate shortbread cookies are works of art, cool down with mini ice cream servings in basket-shaped cones {all via Martha Stewart Weddings}

Second Row: Stamped basket-weave designs lend escort cards some elegance, centerpieces arranged in baskets instead of vases take on a laid-back look, a miniature berry basket adds a fun twist to a classic cake {All via Martha Stewart Weddings}

Third Row: Send guests off with basket-filled goodies! A sweet parting gift of fresh berries is very summer-chic while apple-filled baskets evoke Fall in New England {both via Martha Stewart Weddings}. Let guests have their pick by placing take-away burlap bags by baskets filled with fresh produce {via Brides.com}

Fourth Row: Straw hats and paper parasols in a large basket have a preppy appeal and a multi-tiered cake looks deliciously sweet with basket-design layers and daisies {Via Brides.com}

Bottom Row: Basket centerpieces, basket chargers and large flower filled baskets lining a ceremony path all make up a lovely design for a chic garden wedding {via Brides.com}

Until next Wednesday! Xoxo, Wanwisa

Welcome back to another spectacular Wanwisa Wednesday! Be sure to check out her previous posts I, II, III, IV, V, VI, VII, VIII, IX, X, XI, XII, XIII, XIV, XV, XVI, XVII, XVII, XIX, XX, XXI, XXII, XXIII, XXIV, XXV, XXVI, XXVII, XXVIII, XXIX, XXX, XXXI, XXXII, XXXIII, XXXIV, XXXV, XXXVI, XXXVII, IIXXXX, IXL, XL,  XLI  and XLII for more fabulous wedding inspiration!

Today’s inspiration is perfect for the sweet-toothed bride and groom. Check out some lovely ideas for sugary favors to sugar-coated cakes and gorgeous candy-colored accessories and dresses for bridesmaids.

Top two rows: All via Martha Stewart Weddings’ gallery of candy favor ideas – maple candies are perfect for New England brides, the nostalgic bride and groom can give out old fashioned candies in lovely foil cups – the super-nostalgic can wrap up their favorite chocolate bars with childhood photos, nature lovers would love “rock” candy and lobster lollipops are perfect for a beach-side affair, salt-water taffy is the perfect pastel treat, vintage print bars are chic and whimsical and adorable lollipop towers are perfect for any soiree.

Third Row: Three gorgeous candy-inspired cakes – a jelly bean design, a peppermint-candy inspired 5-tiered cake, and a licorice theme beauty. {via Martha Stewart Weddings}

Fourth Row and rightmost photo from Third Row: check out some lovely details from Bride.com’s “Candy Land” design! I love the fun lollipop centerpieces, a variety of candies look chic in old-fashioned jars, and escort cards get a sweet touch.

Fifth Row: Accessorize your bridesmaids with J crew’s satin derby clutch available in a slew of candy-chic colors.

Bottom Row: Looking for sugar-sweet dresses for your BM’s? Check out J crew’s cotton cady Erica Dress and silk chiffon Juliet dress.

Until next Wednesday! Stay Sweet! Xoxo, Wanwisa

Welcome back to another spectacular Wanwisa Wednesday! Be sure to check out her previous posts I, II, III, IV, V, VI, VII, VIII, IX, X, XI, XII, XIII, XIV, XV, XVI, XVII, XVII, XIX, XX, XXI, XXII, XXIII, XXIV, XXV, XXVI, XXVII, XXVIII, XXIX, XXX, XXXI, XXXII, XXXIII, XXXIV, XXXV, XXXVI, XXXVII, IIXXXX, IXL, XL and XLI for more fabulous wedding inspiration!

Polka Dots – I just love them. They can be whimsical, bright and fun or elegant and subtle – and as a motif, polka dots are super easy to work with. It is a refreshing theme that feels young but is tried and true – a staple in design for as long as I can remember. Take a look at some of my favorite polka-dot inspirations and try out one or two of these ideas for your big day!

First Row: For a chic and subtle look, line your invitation envelopes with polka-dot paper! Or wrap up your favors in a dotted con-shaped box or a classic cube topped with a bow. Add some demure dots by wrapping a dotted ribbon on chic bouquets. {all via Martha Stewart Weddings – Decorating with Dots}

Second Row: A fun and fresh way to approach polka dots is to dress your flower girl in something bright and cute {via Martha Stewart Weddings – Decorating with Dots}. For the adults, try dot ties or bow ties! {both by Me and Matilda via Martha Stewart Weddings}.

Third Row: For a truly witty and gorgeous look – check out Jennifer and Ray’s wedding details! A unique a fabulous escort card display where each card features fabric that matches the napkins at that guest’s table. A modern dot monogram makes a chic motif for their invitation suite and place setting! {all via Martha Stewart Weddings}.

Bottom Row: Fashionably-dotted – a sweet gown by Michelle Roth Couture {via Brides.com}. Dotted fondant covered individual cakes {via Brides.com}. A ball of mums plays off the sweet polka dot design on the chair runner {via Brides.com}.

Hope these have been fun and inspiring! Until next Wednesday! Xoxo, Wanwisa