Ceremony and Reception


16 Ways to Turn Wedding Instagrams Into Keepsakes

by Azure

Nearlyweds and newlyweds seriously heart Instagram. The wedding sign above says it all! And giving your guests a special hashtag to use while posting memorable moments from your I Do's to Instagram is essential these days. But what can you do with all those awesome hashtagged Instagrams after your big day? Well, let me tell you! The options are endless! Wall Art for Your Newlywed Nest - One of the below is eco-friendly too, can you guess which one? Jewelry Gifts for...

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Primary Colors to Brighten Up the Wedding Day

by Azure

Primary colors don't have to be for the classroom, brideys! As you can see from the inspiration board above, blue, red, and yellow can come together beautifully and brighten up your wedding day! It's a classic color combination that many couples overlook, and works especially well for carnival-themed weddings and casual outdoor I Do's. You could infuse retro touches or bold Pop Art nods, and use primary colored ribbons to create fab DIY backdrops, chair accents, photo booth props,...

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A Beautiful Sunset-Inspired Wedding Color Palette

by Azure

There are few things more spectacular than a sunset on a clear day. And after my Chicago Bulls got crushed by the Heat last night... I needed something to boost my spirits. The answer? A sunset-inspired wedding color palette! Once I finished the inspiration board above, I was instantly obsessed! And feelings of serenity and tranquility took over. The sunset-inspired palette combines some of my very favorite colors for weddings- peach, coral, aqua, sand- and satisfies my...

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Wedding Blogs We Stalk (and you should too)

by Azure

We know OneWed isn't the only inspiring wedding blog out there... and it seems every day, a new bridal blogger hits the scene. With so many different sources of inspiration to choose from, we wanted to share our list of the best wedding blogs around. Ready to roll?? In no particular order... 100 Layer Cake Rock n Roll Bride Ruffled Merci New York Wedding Chicks The Knotty Bride Hot Pink Brides The Broke-Ass Bride A Practical Wedding The...

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5 New Etsy Wedding Favorites

by The Broke-Ass Bride

Signature orbs wedding guest book alternative by Etsy seller Once Upon a Paper Ah, Etsy. That ever-flowing font of wedding inspiration. I'm several years out from my own wedding at this point, but whenever I go on Etsy, there's always something that pulls me right back in to the land of weddingdom. Once your big day is past, you will definitely miss the Pinteresting, Etsying, and general wedding web surfing. Your life will feel strangely empty for a little while, but then life...

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Pretty Pastel Wedding in Florida

by Azure

Real wedding by Tonya Beaver Photography Anelle and Jeff live and work in London, but they decided to get hitched destination wedding style in the beautiful town of St. Augustine, Florida. Because Florida boasts warm weather all year round, the couple was able to tie the knot February! I couldn't get enough of Anelle's mix and match bridesmaids! Each lady wore a flowing, full-length gown in a different pastel shade, and held a romantic bouquet of pink, ivory, and peach roses. I...

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Collect + Share Your Favorite Inspiration with NEW Ideabooks!

by Azure

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OneWed Launches Ideabooks To Become A One-Stop Shop For Brides To Collect, Organize And Share Inspiration. Seattle, WA, May 3, 2013 – OneWed.com today released Ideabooks to put actionable inspiration brides can actually plan with one click away from being saved and shared. With tens of thousands of photos, and hundreds of new images added daily, nearlyweds can say goodbye to the painstaking task of trolling the internet for inspiring photos and head right...

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5 Things NOT To Forget In The Throes of Wedding Planning

by The Broke-Ass Bride

Source: Style Me Pretty Here's what no one tells you when you're piecing together your dream wedding, years in advance of meeting anyone who even remotely qualifies as husband material: wedding planning is intense. It could very well be one of the most stressful periods in your entire life. No one's going to mention that when you finally get engaged either. (People don't like saying that kind of thing to the bizarrely happy, I suppose.) If you find yourself dealing with a...

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How To Be A Delightful Wedding Guest: 13 Do’s and Don’ts

by Azure

Wedding season is here and I for one have an extra special big day to attend this weekend. I'm doing a reading (and hope I don't trip or trip over my words!), and want to make the bride and groom proud! Chances are you also have a wedding coming up, so you may be wondering how to be the best guest you can be. Wonder no more, because we've got you covered! Read on to learn what it takes to be a delightful wedding guest... DO RSVP. Duh! This is a no brainer right? Well any...

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Fuchsia + Violet paired with Elegant Navy and Cream

by Azure

Some brides like bright and bold, others prefer muted neutrals. But who's to say you can't have both!? The inspiration board above proves that you can, showing hot + classic colors going together like peanut butter and jelly! Do you love it? Tell us what you think in the comments section below!

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13 Baseball Details That’ll Knock Your Wedding Out of the Park

by The Broke-Ass Bride

A cheer erupts as two teams take to the field for one glorious show. The sun is casting a warm light over the crowd and the grass is a perfect crisp green. Emotions run high as folks gather to hail their favorites. Beers are cheersed and high-fives are had. And one thing's for sure: He sure snagged a great catch! It's baseball season. And wedding season! And for anyone who has a love of America's Pastime, there are few greater marriages than the old ball game and your big day!...

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9 Subtle Ways to Gamify Your Wedding

by Azure

Want to infuse fun into your wedding day without getting too casual, or throwing off the elegant vibe you worked so hard to create? I know the feeling! Luckily, with sites like Pinterest and Etsy delivering endless inspiration to get your creative juices flowing, it's easier to pull off than you may think! So stand firm on the "No dunk tank at the wedding" rule, and try one of these more subtle options... 1.  Wedding Crossword 2.  Reception Dance Off 3.  Puzzle Guest...

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