Wedding Trend: A Gypsy Affair

Start with shabby-chic, add a large dose of bright jewel tones, a sprinkle of exotic accessories, and a relaxed outdoor venue. There you have it: A Gypsy Affair. Theme your wedding with this up and coming style, and you are sure to wow all your guests.

Keep your wedding fashion simple, but surprising. Wear your hair loose or down, choose a dress with simple lines, and add one or two great accessories. Let your man rock a vintage suit with a bright tie or pocket square. Have your attendance wear mix and match outfits in a bold colors and patterns.

Encourage your guests to join in the fun. Have a basket of fun accessories and props to share, or let them make their own party hats to celebrate.

Since no wedding is complete without music, add some great gypsy acoustic music to your ceremony and turn up the dancing with music from Gogol Bordello. Try “American Wedding" or “Start Wearing Purple.”

Video of The Week: Danielle and Adam

What could be better than a fun loving wedding video to break through this winter haze?!? Check out Danielle and Adam's special day set to "Chicken Fried" by the Zac Brown Band:

Filmed September 10, 2010
Ceremony Location: The Inn at St. Johns
Romantics: The Inn at St. Johns
Reception Location: The Inn at St. Johns
Videography by Mike Staff Productions

Registry Must-Have: Organization

With the average age for a first wedding in Michigan being 28, it is true to say that most engaged people have at least an apartment or two of household items already.

This was definitely true of Marta and her new husband. Now in their first house together, and the only thing they seem to lack is a place to put everything. That is why she came up with these must-have items to add to your registry.

Guaranteed to ease the transition of two (households) becoming one.

These organization systems are a breeze to put up, and maximize space like no other. Register for this at Lowe's for a fraction of the cost at The Container Store or Ikea.

This new line of hangers from Real Simple are amazing. Half the space of traditional hangers (there is room for both of you in the new closet), plus they keep even sweaters hanging perfectly. Add them to your Bed, Bath and Beyond registry.

Take advantage of under the bed space with this great wheeled storage. Perfect for linens and off-season clothes. You can register for these at Target, Bed, Bath and Beyond or any hardware store.

Video of The Week: Katie and Billy

A little Bruno Mars and a great wedding video to kick start your weekend!


Filmed: October 16, 2010
Ceremony Location: The Inn at St. John's
Romantics: The Inn at St. John's
Reception Location: The Inn at St. John's
Videography by Mike Staff Productions
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Color Your 2011 Wedding with Honeysuckle

Another style update from our in-house newly wed, Marta...

antone has selected the bold, reddish-pink Honeysuckle as its 2011 Color of the Year, calling it "a brave new color for a brave new world."

While Turquoise, 2010's Color of the Year, served as an escape of sorts, Honeysuckle confidently goes a step further to encourage and uplift... Just what you want for your wedding day bliss!

Alone and paired with other colors, Honeysuckle has a bit of a retro vibe that is playful and classy. Perfect for Spring and Summer weddings! Plus, honeysuckle looks great on many different complexions. (Perfect for bridesmaid dresses!)

Mustache Mania

No longer reserved for the Off Beat Bride, mustache mania has swept the wedding community with its clever photo opts and wide variety of accessories. Check out a few of our favorite Mustache Musts:

The wedding couple sporting the 'stache.

Share the fun with your guests.

Register for these fun mugs at Up Town Avenue.

Table Names? Very cool!

And of course, the sweets! I'm lovin' these mustache cookies!

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Cool Custom Cuff Links

Customizing your wedding is a must. All your girls are dressed to a "T" - of course matching the theme and color scheme. But what about those groomsmen?

If you're not one of those converse wearing weddings, try this classy, and subtle touch: Custom Cuff Links

Everyone loves a little Betty White

Or tie in your sports theme with your favorite sports arena. This one is from Yankee Stadium.

Or how about a tech-y theme?

See all these and over 500 more at Etsy.com.