Flashback: Steel Magnolias

For nearly twenty-five years, no wedding day has been complete without at least one Steel Magnolias quote.  Amusingly, one of the more minor parts of the film has become a major part of our wedding lexicon.  Just a few of our favorites...

"My colors are blush and bashful."
Now, we do not suggest making the "sanctuary look like it's been hosed down with Pepto-Bismol," but using two shades of pink allows for a soft and romantic effect.

The Grooms Cake

Everyone remembers the armadillo grooms cake, it is a hard creation to forget.  Don't be afraid to get a little wild with the grooms cake if you choose to have one at your wedding.  The grooms cake is a chance to be whimsical, silly or artistic.  It is also a chance for the groom to but his mark on an event that, let's face it, is usually about the choices of the bride. 

Janice VanMeter:

"You know I'd rather walk on my lips than criticize anyone, bit Janice Van Meter...I bet you money she paid 500 dollars for that dress and didn't even bother to wear a girdle. Looks like two pigs fightin' under a blanket."

There is only so much you can control once the party begins.  Just lean into it and enjoy- this will only happen once and you deserve to have just as much fun as the rest of the gang!

1950's Inspiration: Dreamy Gowns

Taking inspiration from Flirty Fleur's "Throwback Thursday", we would like to take a peek into bridal trends of the 1950"s.  The first aspect of the 50's that one must take in mind is that World War II was a time of rationing and re-purposing, brides in the 40's made do with what they had on hand and weddings tended to be smaller occasions.  In the post-war "wedding boom" that preceded the "baby boom", big dresses and lace were once again attainable and became the wedding style of the time.

With the success of Dior's "new look," Paris couturiers resumed operation and once again became the center for international fashion trends. Now that the usage of fabric had no constraints, The full, full and fuller skirt of the "new look" continued to gain popularity. Rounded and soft shoulders, an almost pinched waist, a pointed bosom and spike heels were the hallmarks of 50's Bridal wear.  The hourglass effect was further emphasized with crinolines and hoop skirts.     ~ Vintage Gown .com ~ 

 1950's era dresses had the dreamy femininity that still inspires women today to find the right man, the dream dress, the unique venue, the most talented photographer and  the perfect flowers to complement the entire occasion. ~YC~