July 28, 2006
Belt Buckles for Bridesmaids’ Dresses
Any girl worth her Cosmo subscription knows that belted dresses are all the rage. Indeed, formerly for the "Don't Mess With Texas" set only, big spangly belt buckles are now the it-accessory for every fashionista. In the same way a patent leather belt spices up a floral sundress, a sparkly honkin' belt buckle is just the thing to spice up sweet pastel bridesmaids’ dresses. Loop a grosgrain ribbon through the buckle and you’ve got yourself a thoroughly modern bridesmaids’ dress motif. And since these buckles aren’t exactly cheap, they make great bridesmaids’ gifts. For a prime example of how to carry off this hot look, check out this After Six bridesmaids’ dress.
Posted by jade at 07:34 PM
Pretty Packaged Bridesmaids’ Gifts
You're a woman of the world, so you're well aware of the saying good things come in small packages (diamonds, chihauhaus, and cheetos all spring to mind). But did you know sometimes small packages make really good gifts -- especially when they’re gorgeous little baggies perfect for holding candles, almonds, tea bags or other elegant wedding favors. Packaging your bridesmaids’ gifts into pretty little bags can transform ordinary gifts into arrangements of feminine beauty, and your bridesmaids will feel ladylike toting around these lovely party favors. It might even make up for that bridesmaid style that the girls argued over.
Posted by jade at 07:25 PM
July 21, 2006
Creative Flower Girl Gifts
Prepare her for future spring breaks in Cancun by investing in this timeless candy necklace kit. As long as she doesn’t get too near any wayward nibblers, this trend-proof jewelry piece should last her well into her teen years. Also, this chic accessory looks fab with bridesmaids’ dresses and bachelorette tank tops alike, so she'll be set for wedding jewelry for years to come. For tamer age-proof gifts, consider a lovely locket or sparkly necklace. Or just get her whatever you got as bridesmaids’ gifts, and she’ll love you forever no matter what.
Posted by jade at 10:47 PM
Avril’s Bridesmaids Dresses
Despite her steely rocker image, Avril Lavigne’s wedding to Sum 41 frontman Deryck Whibley was something straight out of the Barbie Dream House. Gorgeous white floral arbors, pale roses and stylish pink bridesmaid dresses accentuated the traditional affair thrown by an otherwise funky couple. For groomsmens’ gifts, the kind couple gave the best men the Hugo Boss suits they wore in the wedding. Hmmm, maybe you could get the bride in your life to buy your bridesmaid dresses as gifts for the gals? Bet she wouldn’t be so keen on that $300 sea-green chiffon, eh? If not, you could always be satisfied with a pretty sparkly necklace, which is what Lavigne gave as bridesmaids’ gifts.
Posted by jade at 10:34 PM
July 14, 2006
Cami Set Makes Lovely Wedding Shower Gift
Wedding showers can be dreadfully tasteless these days. After viewing all those edible undies, who really has the stomach to scarf down one thousand watercress and cucumber tea sandwiches? Of course the taste whose matters most is the bride’s. If you’ve got a pal who’s less Victoria’s Secret and a little more, uh, Victorian, why not keep the party palatable with this great gift: a sweet but saucy cotton cami set with floral boxers and jaunty red bow. And if the lack of latex rubs you the wrong way, think of it like this: respecting the bride now means good karma when it comes to the important things- bridesmaids’ dresses and bridesmaids’ gifts, that is!
Posted by jade at 10:55 PM
Bridesmaids' Secret Weapon
Odysseus had the Trojan Horse. Woodward and Bernstein had Deepthroat. And you, cunning bridesmaid, have the "Me and My Bad Girls" Photo Album. Once the bride’s tipsy and riding the bull at the bachelorette party, you’ll be in a much better position to re-negotiate those stunning lycra bridesmaids' dresses she so sternly vetoed while sober. And if she does put up a fight, no need to throw down! Just flash a photo worth a thousand words, then sit back and wait for the bridesmaids’ gifts to start rolling in.
Posted by jade at 10:46 PM
Benefits of Fall Bridesmaids' Dresses
Yellow python pedicure? By all means! Hairy godzilla calves? Go on, girl! With fall’s forgivingly floor-length bridesmaids’ dresses there’s no better time to embrace your inner peacenik or podiatry fetish du jour.
Autumn’s sweeping bridesmaids’ dresses are much more concealing than their tea-length summer sisters, which means it’s easier than ever to forgo the stiletto in favor of oh-so-comfy footwear. For instance, these awesome fuzzy slippers, festively embroidered with the “Bridesmaid” insignia.
If you and your bridesmaids have tussled a time or two over bridesmaids’ dresses, why not make like a good bride and dispense these fab fuzzy slippers as bridesmaid’s gifts? So cute and comfy, your girls will shake their tail feathers all night in their secret groovy slippers. Think of them as a bridesmaids’ answer to Birkenstocks.
Posted by jade at 10:35 PM
July 07, 2006
Bridesmaid Proposal #3
If you have out-of-town friends you would like to have as bridesmaids, it is still possible to creatively invite them to be in your wedding. Consider sending them a bridesmaid invite card with a magazine cut-out of their bridesmaids dress inside. For full dramatic effect, send the bridesmaids dress itself (they’re going to have to get it altered anyway). Whatever you send, don’t forget to include a sweet personal note entreating them to say “I Do!”
Posted by jade at 11:00 PM
Bridesmaid Proposal #2
If you have a particularly fashion-conscious posse, take them to the local bridal boutique and say, “All right girls, I’ll make you a deal. You pick the bridesmaids dresses, and I get the honor of having you accompany me down the aisle.” Not only will you instantly win best bride of the year, you and your girls will have a blast shopping for bridesmaids’ dresses, accessories, and shoes. Hint: Hearing your girls squeal over an ideal necklace or garter? Now’s the time to keep your eye out for good bridesmaids’ gifts.
Posted by jade at 10:56 PM
Bridesmaid Proposal #1
Got an introverted pal you can’t quite see strutting it all in a chiffon bridesmaids’ dress and stilettos? Soften her up when you send her “The Bridesmaids Guide” with a cheeky inscription like “Think you can have this memorized in time for my wedding on May 5?”
We’re sure your bookish babe will love this guide to bridesmaiding and immediately agree!
Posted by jade at 10:53 PM
How to “propose” to your bridesmaids
Let’s face it, these days, asking someone to be your bridesmaid is a pretty tall order. You’re asking them to wear matchy-matchy bridesmaids’ dress, plan the wedding shower and bachelorette party, and possibly jet off to some place exotic like Bora Bora for a destination wedding (okay so it’s not all bad). Still, asking someone to be a bridesmaid is a meaningful moment and should be executed in style. That’s why we’re debuting this series on How to Propose to Your Bridesmaid. Enjoy!
Posted by jade at 10:49 PM
July 01, 2006
Wedding Invitations Get a Makeover
Heavy. Embossed. Smelling vaguely of Elmer’s. How many times have you opened one of those dreadfully adult wedding invitations with the giant black font that instantly makes you feel about five years old? Well, now you really can feel like a kid when you open a wedding invitation, but in that yummy carefree way you used to feel when you were in the third grade and you’d get new stickers. Weddingstand’s new line of festive, funky wedding stickers add just the right amount of intrigue to your invitation, for a winning presentation that makes you feel seduced, not subpoenaed. Wear a sticker as a badge of bonding beneath your bridesmaids’ dresses or give them out as creative wedding favors to bring out the inner third-grader in all of us. Just remember; no switchsies.
Posted by jade at 12:20 AM
Bridesmaid Gifts Branding
Occasionally, in the weary work of wedding planning, it is inevitable that a brideslave (we mean bridesmaid) or maid of honor might momentarily forget her place….. as your personal minion, that is. In order to avoid dressing room duels or bachelorette party fights, cleverly nip these uppity inklings in the bud with these bridesmaids gifts: girly hot shorts with each attendants’ title printed in rhinestones. From “Bride” to “Bridesmaid” or “Maid of Honor” you will be keeping your wedding party clad while keeping the caste system clearly in place, even when you all are wearing nothing but crinoline- oh, did we mention they’re wearing Scarlet O’Hara-themed bridesmaids' dresses? And they say you never did anything for them...
Posted by jade at 12:10 AM
Pearls Make Girlish Bridesmaids' Gift
Despite their love for beef jerky, Jackass, and wine in the box, you know deep down your bridesmaids are classy chicks. Just look at the elegant bridesmaids' dresses they selected for your Big Day! But somehow you’re a bit worried your girls’ inner Grace Kelly might not show through in the wedding photos. Never fear, a site called Weddingstand.com has the perfect bridesmaids’ gifts needed to transform your girls from cheap to chic quicker than a tattoo cover up kit. The answer, dear darlings, is pearls. From pearl combs to pearl hair pins and sweet little pearl clips that would look perfect at a beach wedding, these baubles will have your bridesmaids looking precious as kittens with one simple clasp. Just remember to keep those claws in...
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