Dog n' Bird Artful Wedding

Best Of: Pop Of Blue China Pattern

Bird — Thu, 09 Sep 2010 04:01:50 +0000

Best of Dog n’ Bird: ’something blue’ is one of the site’s popular searches. Dior’s china pattern dress is a true original; it’s always fun to see something new.

Originally posted June 24, 2010 – Make a move no one sees coming. John Galliano, Christian Dior Haute Couture Spring/Summer 2009 as seen on Wedding Whims. See the entire whimsical yet Victorian collection, including a runway shot of the dress above.

Best Of: A Button Candy Wedding Cake

Bird — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 04:01:42 +0000

Best of Dog n’ Bird: buttercream was trending, these frosting dots in the form of candy button strips sparked happy ’80s memories. Feeling something = good.

Originally posted May 10, 2010 – Almond pound cake iced in vanilla buttercream and fondant with royal icing candy dots. Sure to delight. From a candy cake collection on Postcards & Pretties.

A Look Back: Best Of Dog N’ Bird

Bird — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 13:52:17 +0000

All this week revisit this site’s most popular stories of all time, look back at the ideas and find out why they were huge.

Best Of: Patent Heart Wedding Heels

Bird — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 04:01:39 +0000

Best of Dog n’ Bird: gradient color is always huge on the blog, these affordable heels hit the mark for the trend of bridesmaids wearing different color shoes.

Originally posted July 6, 2010 - Form and function, beyond cute with a reasonable heel. $47 bucks for one pair, cheaper if you buy a lot to gift your ‘maids. Spotted on The Blushing Bride.

Long Weekend: Steal One Last Moment

Bird — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 04:01:13 +0000

“There shall be eternal summer in the grateful heart.” – Celia Thaxter. Photo credit: Sloan Photographers. This bride’s mother made her dress (see more).

BBQ Wedding Treat: Fun Marshmallows

Bird — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 04:01:14 +0000

A DIY treat as we head towards Labor Day. Use food coloring pens to customize marshmallows for BBQ weddings or showers. Pop on sticks to make pops. Directions and templates for these five picnic drawings at The Decorated Cookie.

Butterflies: A Huge 2010 Wedding Trend

Bird — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 04:01:09 +0000

A transformative and beautiful metaphor, butterflies are not just for your stomach. Click here for a ton of ideas starring these bright, fluttering beauties.

Red butterfly garlands from World Buyers as interpreted by Pacific Weddings. Photo: David Murphey & Kara Matsunaga.

Incredible paper sculpture by Su Blackwell and monarch butterfly dress (Credit).

Burlap favors from a rustic butterfly themed bridal shower by Amber Karson Events. Photo: Abby Jiu Photography via Ruffled.

Butterfly cake as seen on the cover of Martha Stewart Weddings, spotted on Wedding Nouveau.

Two wonderful Etsy vendors spotted on the Indie Bride – Clear Cut Crafts (above) has over 150 butterflies for decor or baking, Kaang Accessories has butterfly headbands (purple piece shown is $20) and clips in a variety of colors.

Hidden gem shoes – Aruna Seth with Swarovski butterflies via Weddinggo. Now a little something for the grooms, like butterfly cufflinks ($24 on Etsy).

Or a silk origami lapel pin boutineer ($11 on Etsy).

Collage credits: Butterfly garland via This Neck of the Woods on Etsy. Cake – Clear Cut Crafts via Indie Bride. Butterfly headpiece via Which Goose. DIY bouquet via Martha.

Print This Out: Romantic Wedding Hair

Bird — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 04:01:37 +0000

Textured, wavy tendrils and a loose braid across the forehead, a modern update to the tight plaits seen earlier this year. Credit: Captured By Mikki, more pics at Utah Bride Blog, including this Trifecta Design & Floral bird’s nest bouquet.

Game, Set, Match: US Open 2010 ‘Love’

Bird — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 04:01:47 +0000

A real wedding that shows personal details are just as fun as trends. This couple met on a tennis court and that’s where the groom proposed… head to Utah Bride Blog to see more. Photo credit: Bruce Gardner.

Video: Taylor Swift Grows Up in “Mine”

Bird — Sat, 28 Aug 2010 17:08:48 +0000

Taylor Swift falls in love, gets married, and becomes a mom in the brand new video for her new hit, “Mine.” Watch her journey as you dream about yours.