Winter White ... Snowing dessert

A decadent dessert spread in white, there's coconut flakes, marshmallows, icing sugar and white chocolate. Lovely.

Photo credit: All photos via Somewhere Splendid

Winter white ... Make it clear with drinks

Martha Stewart Weddings has an ingenius way to incorporate white into your drinks selection: Offer clear fruit brandies, served with rock candy. Drinks anyone?

Photo credit: Martha Stewart Weddings

Dress it... bride: Winter White

I love the modern silhouette of this Elie Saab dress from his 2013 Spring ready-to-wear collection, weaving patterns on the upper with a flowy pleated skirt. It's simple but yet so captivating. 

Photo credit: Style

Winter White: DIY accessory

There's nothing more personal than making a gift from scratch. Creating this pom pom for your bridal party is easy, and it can be used as a hair accessory, a dress corsage or a wrist corsage. Find out how to create this versatile fabric accessory on Martha Stewart Weddings.

Photo credit: Martha Stewart Weddings

Bag it: WInter White #2

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1. Grey geometric box clutch from River Island
2. Bottega Veneta Ayers trimmed leather clutch via Net-a-Porter
3. Concha ribbed half oval clutch from Judith Leiber
4. Lanvin Happy quilted leather clutch via Net-a-Porter
5. Alexander McQueen Dandelion Swarovski crystal, calf hair and leather box clutch via Net-a-Porter

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Winter White ... Pretty wrapped up

How pretty are these gift wraps! These wonderful gift wraps by Grey Likes Weddings are featured on Style Me Pretty and you can check out how unbelievably easy it is to create one of them. These will make a great centerpiece display.

Photo credit: Style Me Pretty

Winter White ... Single blooms

This makes such a visually stunning tables cape. I love that there are no big lush arrangements, just single blooms each displayed in beautiful glass and ceramic vases. The vessels holding the blooms are just as captivating as the arrangements.

Photo credit: Martha Stewart Weddings

Winter White ... Centerpiece

Setting out to create a centerpiece that consists of only monochromatic colors can seem boring, but think of the varied textures that can be introduced, and you may get a bit light-headed. It can be a simple arrangement of big showy flowers or a mix of small hi-lo arrangements. It can be the use of chiffon or tulle draped across the room or lace table runners lining the tables. Having an array of patterns create a sense of dimension to a muted palette, that's calming yet interesting.

Photo credit (clockwise from top left): The Pretty Blog , The Pretty Blog, Martha Stewart Weddings, Martha Stewart Weddings, Martha Stewart Weddings

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Bag it: Winter White

Fabric applique flowers adorn this lovely pleated clutch, loads of texture but the monochromatic palette pulls it all together.

Photo credit: The Pretty Blog

Style Board: Winter White

Cool white teamed with warm ivory, and infused with pale grey and blue, creates a wonderfully inviting palette. Given the muted colors, texture takes center stage. Lace and tulle, ruffles and spindly pines, they add amazing details to a winter white theme.

Photo credit (clockwise from top left): The Pretty Blog , Once Wed, Martha Stewart Weddings, The Pretty Blog, Martha Stewart Weddings, Grey Likes Weddings, Green Wedding Shoes

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Winter White

I love decorating with wonderful bursts of color, but there are some periods when I find a white on white palette strangely soothing, especially at this time of the year. Stay tuned for the style board of the month: Winter White.

Photo credit: Once Wed

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Bell Jar Displays

A really clever way of using bell jars to showcase a centerpiece. Display a small arrangement on a glass pedestal bowl and cap it with a bell jar, it's simple yet elegant. For stunning visuals when your guests enter the room, alternate the tables with the bell jar displays and tall centerpieces. 

Photo credit: All photos via Style Me Pretty

Hair Wave

Sleek and wavy, with a hint of retro, this is a great hairstyle for a formal wedding.

Photo credit: Style Me Pretty

Luxury in your hands

This Alexander McQueen Knuckle Swarovski crystal and leather box clutch would be a perfect addition to your wedding attire, and for many many occasions after. Red and gold work so wonderfully together, creating an amazing look of luxury.

Photo credit: Net-a-Porter

Splash of Watercolour

It's such a delight wearing color, even more so when it's a soft kaleidoscope of watercolors. With a great swath of cloth and their choice of dress styles, the girls will be joyfully counting down to your big day.

Photo credit: Style Me Pretty

Volume up

I love dramatic hair for weddings, there's no better time to show off a great hairdo than on the big day, but of course one that fits the wedding theme and dress style. This shoot featured on Grey Likes Weddings shows off wonderful styling for the bride and groom, and the bridesmaid as well. Enjoy!

Photo credit: All photos via Grey Likes Weddings

Feathered Hairpiece

Such a beautiful way to dress up your hair. You can choose from such a wide array of pretty feathers, and it's a great project for the girls to work on together while having tea. 

Photo credit: Green Wedding Shoes

Favors in a bag

A clutch filled with pretty blooms that the girls will be delighted to hold onto. When your party's over, they will be able to use the bag for a day out in the city.

Photo credit: Style Me Pretty

Roll out the ribbons

Photo credit: 100 Layer Cake

No fancy flower arrangements needed, just simple twirls of ribbons. Ribbons are tied to the chairs along the aisle with a sprinkling of flower petals, lanterns hung overhead the ceremony area, and a ribbon curtain decorates the end of the aisle. I love that the decor really complements the garden setting. The greenery stands out, while the decor still holds it own.  

Hanging flower lanterns

I've been pondering for a while, what theme to focus on for the month of November. But I'm having such a bad block, nothing is calling out to me for attention. So for November, I will, instead, throw up bits of pretty details that you can use for your wedding, with some improvisation.

Photo credit: Green Wedding Shoes

I adore these handmade lanterns, fashioned from lampshade frames and paper flowers. So adorable and really perfect for garden parties. Look for lampshades in various shapes to add visual impact, and hang paper flowers from the frame in your wedding color. Check out the post "Wedding Inspiration with Tangerine Tango" on Green Wedding Shoes.

Go Green ... Succulent favor

It's a place card and a favor for your guest. A small potted succulent with the guest's name doubles as a gift.

Photo credit: Green Wedding Shoes

Dress it ... bride: Go Green #3

Photo credit (clockwise from top left): Brides, Valentino multi-strand swarovski crystal necklace via Net-a-Porter, Erickson Beamon envy gunmental plated swarovski crystal bracelet via Net-a-Porter, Style Me Pretty, Reem Acra, Kotur Breen Snake minaudière in wintergreen

Go Green ... Bouquet

Photo credit: Martha Stewart Weddings

An all green bouquet that is absolutely stunning, slight variations in hue with lots of texture.

Gift it ... Go Green

This is such a wonderful way to wear a different watch to match your attire: have interchangeable straps. Choose from a wide selection of colours and patterns. I'm sure the girls will love this fun gift from Griffin & Cooke.

Photo credit: Martha Stewart Weddings

Dress it ... bride: Go Green #2

Photo credit: (left to right): Style , Style, Style

I love that chartreuse works so well for both fair and dark skin tones. The lighter and brighter hue is great for dark complexion, while the darker hue really shows off fair skin tones.

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Dress it ... bride: Go Green #1

Photo credit: 
1. Vera Wang Spring 2013 ready-to-wear via Fashionlogie
2. Anya Hindmarch Valorie bells embellished glitter-finished leather clutch via Net-a-Porter
3. Vera Wang Spring 2013 ready-to-wear via Fashionlogie
4. Kenneth Jay Lane Navette statement necklace via Shopbop 
5. Arabelle long dress in silk chiffon via J.Crew
6. Badgley Mischka Macee bow pumps in platinum via Shopbop 

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Bag it ... Go Green

          Photo credit:
          1. Lanvin crystal embellished metal frame clutch via Net-a-Porter
          2. Stirrup evening bag with spur detail via Gucci
          3. Matthew Williamson embellished suede clutch via Net-a-Porter
          4. Cara clutch in chartreuse via Oscar de la Renta
          5. Bottle green city leather Demanta clutch via Alexander McQueen

Go Green ... Ceremony Decor #2

This is such an amazing way to dress up the aisle, something unconventional and definitely chic. A collection of vases, baskets and vessels to hold flowers, the varied textures and heights of the arrangements add interesting visuals. 

Photo credit: Style Me Pretty

Go Green ... Ceremony decor

Swooning over this amazing ceremony arch created from driftwood, succulents and orchids.

Photo credit: Style Me Pretty

Go Green ... Centerpiece

Photo credit (clockwise from top left): Style Me Pretty, Green Wedding Shoes, Green Wedding Shoes, Green Wedding Shoes, Green Wedding Shoes

Style Board: Go Green

I love the crispness of dark green and chartreuse against stark white, there's a huge sense of calm and airiness. Use succulents, airplants and fillers to create great centerpieces and bouquets for that refreshing change from flowers.

Photo credit: (clockwise from top left) Style Me Pretty, Martha Stewart Weddings, Grey likes weddings, Martha Stewart Weddings, Style Me Pretty, Style Me Pretty, Martha Stewart Weddings, Style Me Pretty

Cool Days ... Bouquet

Lovely bouquet, big on texture minus the big blooms.

Photo credit: Santa Barbara Chic

Bag it ... Cool Days

Photo credit:
1. Double gusset beau clutch from Rebecca Minkoff
2. Danielle faceted rectangle clutch from Judith Leiber
3. Little Edie purse in casablanca blue from J Crew
4. Metal frame clutch bag in cobalt from Asos
5. Classic Velo bag in Lagoon from Balenciaga

Cool days ... Backdrop

Creating a backdrop may sound like a mammoth task, but there are lots of options available to help you create that masterpiece perfect for your wedding. Lengths of ribbons and cloth bring wonderful softness, and handmade paper pinwheel fans add interesting dimension and texture to a display. Try one that fits your style.

Photo credit (clockwise from top left): KaLice Events on Etsy, Emmaline Bride,  Handmade by Sara Kim, Adaura on Etsy

Cool Days ... Munch on cakes

Photo credit (clockwise from top left): Project Wedding, Delightfully Engaged, The Sweetest Occasion, Brides

Dress it ... bridesmaid: Cool Days

Lovely aqua ombre maxi dress, it's a great way to incorporate mint, turquoise and cobalt blue without going all out with any one colour on the dress.

Photo credit: Chelsea Flower ombre dress via Late Afternoon

Dress it ... bride: Cool Days #3

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1. The pleats on the skirt of this Antonio Berardi mint green dress adds a youthful flair, a wonderful option for your bridesmaid. Antonio Berardi Resort 2011 collection via Style.
2. The turquoise waistband is a great play of color, pair with a subtle mix of texture, makes this dress a great closet addition. Jill Stuart Spring 2012 ready-to-wear collection via Style.
3. Mint green is a refreshing breather from the sea of white wedding gowns. Reem Acra Resort 2013 collection via Style.

4. The construction of this gown is amazing, beautiful colour and detail at the waist. Vera Wang via Martha Stewart Weddings.

Cool Days ... Drink it up

Signature drinks are a great addition to a wedding, guests get to sample a concoction that reflects your tastes and it's a wonderful way of incorporating your wedding theme into the food. Can't decide on what cocktails to serve? Work with a bartender to come up with some great mixes, and invite the girls for a cocktail sampling bridal party. It'll be lots of fun. 

                                    Photo credit: 
                                             1. The signature mint cocktail via Guest of a Guest.
                                             2. Blue Lagoon via Inspired Style Weddings.
                                             3. Blue Mojito Splash via Roberts & Co Events.
                                             4. Bleau Bar Mint & chip cocktail via Delish

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Dress it ... bride: Cool Days #2

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                                1. Reem Acra blue gown from Resort 2013 via Style

                                2. On the dot ring via Kate Spade

                                3. Issa ruched silk chiffon dress via Net-a-Porter

                                4. Gloria clutch via Kate Spade

                                5. Sergio Rossi cachet pressed suede pumps via Shopbop

                                6. Elie Saab Ready-to-Wear Spring 2012 via Style

Cool Days ... Getaway Van

Everything in this shot falls into place, the mint green gown and vintage Volkswagen van. Just a touch of florals and ribbons to decorate the van, and don't forget to add the "Just Married" sign at the back.

Photo credit: Mint Wedding Inspiration via A Lowcountry Wedding Blog

Dress it ... bride: Cool Days #1

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1. A gold or champagne gown accented with turquoise embroidery is perfect for showcasing you wedding colours. Elie Saab Fall 2012 Couture via Style.

2. This leather jacket is a vibrant blue, and adds that chic edge to your attire. YSL leather biker via Net-a-Porter.

3.  Kenneth Jay Lane polished gold and enamel earrings via Shopbop.

4. Jimmy Choo Tame crystal-embellished suede pumps via Net-a-Porter.

5. This wonderfully intricate woven clutch is coloured a brillant turquoise, an excellent choice for accessorising a turquoise accented gown. Bottega Veneta intrecciato silk-moire knot clutch via Net-a-Porter.

Styleboard: Cool Days

I love the coolness of mint cream. The colour pale and soft, is enough to cool you down on a hot summer day, with a caprioska in hand of course. It makes a wonderful colour palette teamed with turquoise and cobalt blue. I envision the colours for an urban wedding. A white loft space decorated with white table linens, dotted with mint, turquoise and cobalt blue decor. 

Photo credit: (1st row) The Pretty Blog,  Style Me Pretty, (2nd row) Martha Stewart, 100 Layer Cake, (3rd row) Green Wedding Shoes, Ruffled, The Pretty Blog

Arm Candy ... Country Blue

These cuffs are a wonderful addition to a denim inspired outfit. The use of denim and leather provides good contrast of colour and texture, and gives a raw edgy feel to a feminine flowy maxi skirt.

                                Photo credit: 

                                 1. Denim and leather patchwork cuff via Cynthia Desser 

                                 2. Belted denim cuff by MBraze via Etsy

Where's the party ... Country Blue

I pictured the theme of the month splashed out at a venue with white washed walls, simple rustic furnishing, and an awesome outdoor for plenty of fresh air. My take on a few places that will work wonderfully.

Photo credit: Wild Oats via Boring Go Where, Dempsey House via I-S Asia City, The White Rabbit via Daily Icon, Marmalade Pantry @ the Stables via Urban Journey

Bag it: Country Blue

Photo credit (clockwise from top left): Classic leather shoulder purse via Coach, Chloe Marcie denim & leather shoulder bag via Net-a-porter, City bag via Coach, Chloe Marcie mini leather shoulder bag Net-a-porter

Dress it ... bride: Country Blue #2

Photo credit (clockwise from top left): Topshop Denim Bustier Top via Style Dealz, Miss Sixty Denim Bustier via Asos, Linea Pelle Daisy Wide Belt via Shopbop, KORS Michael Kors Creston Wallabee Booties via Shopbop, Monique Lhullier Bouquet Dress (Fall 2012 collection) via Bride To Be Australia

Dress it...bride: Country Blue #1

Photo credit (clockwise from top left): Denim & Supply Studded Chambray Western shirt via Ralph Lauren, Vintage Corset Belt Brown via Vince Camuto, Lanvin Silk Blend Tiered Maxi Skirt via Net-a-Porter, Beauuty Cognac Leather Booties via Steve Madden

Style Board: Country Blue

A good pair of jeans will probably last you a lifetime, it's so much part of our wardrobe, more for some, a little less for others. For those who are in love with the comfort of denim, it just seems such a no brainer to make that a part of the wedding theme. I imagine the pairing of chambray blue with crisp white, accented with dashes of navy. For a modern take, keep with a venue that's filled with white-washed walls, long tables and chairs. Display flowers in rustic wooden crates or steel buckets. The look is effortless chic.

Photo credit (clockwise from top left): Style Me Pretty, Once Wed, Style Me Pretty, Green Wedding Shoes, Style Me Pretty, Bash, Please, Green Wedding Shoes

Bag it ... Gift it in a bag

Searching for a thoughtful gift for the girls may be tough when there's so many choices out there. I've always been very fond of the idea of packing a gift bag instead. What can be better than stashing a lovely straw bag with a beach towel, refreshing face mist and a great read! Select a bag that can be slung over the shoulders or hung on the arms for greater versatility. This large basket bag from Zara is a perfect choice.

Bag it ... Beach Getaway

1. The vibrant shades of orange, pink and yellow are a wonderful reflection of the setting sun, perfect for a late afternoon celebration by the beach. Rebecca Minkoff Ikat Oversized Minaudiere via Shopbop.

2. Sparkles add such great details to an evening clutch, especially so when combined with a graphic pattern. Metal Bar Sequin Clutch via Miss Selfridge.

3. This raffia box bag has an unassuming earthy feel, a perfect complement to a color-rich dress. Raffia Box Bag via Zara.

4. The scallop trim on the flap looks like you've just picked it out from the ocean. Cream Beaded Scallop Clutch via New Look.

5. Detour from the usual rectangle clutch, and go for an interesting shape that opens up like an oyster. Cream Hard Straw Oyster Bag via Warehouse.

6. Ruffles give an added dimension to the bag, almost resembling the ocean waves. Cream Satin Ruffle Purse via New Look.