Watercolour Dreams ... DIY favor tags

This little project is a great DIY to add some personality to your favors. Create as many designs as you can in horizontals, verticals and diagonals. Just make sure that you use the same colour combinations for all your designs. Don't be too preoccupied with similar designs not looking the same. The subtle differences are all part of DIY projects and make your creations feel more personal.

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Industrial Cool ... Getting the basics right

Finding the right venue may be the hardest part of the process, but once you've nailed it, everything else just falls into place easily. Dress up the tables with simple flower centerpieces and utilize sheer fabric to balance the heaviness of the bricks and metals. If the venue offers tables with great character, do skip the table linens, and go with translucent table runners. Bits and pieces of decor strewn round the venue are all you need. You will want to keep the overall look raw and a little unrefined.

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Industrial Cool ... It's in the details

It's in the little details scattered into the decor that really makes your wedding stand out. Think light bulbs as seating card holders, chalk boards displaying your menu, and metal buckets and wooden crates holding wedding favors. 

Photo credit (clockwise from top left): The Pretty Blog, Magnolia Rouge, Louise Georges Yves, Green Wedding Shoes, The Pretty Blog

Dress it ... bridesmaid #2: Industrial Cool

Let your bridesmaid choose from a soothing palette of slate grey, pale grey and taupe. Keep the style of the dresses similar, it could be pleating of the skirt or ruching of the bodice or length of the dress. This will create a more coherent look among the girls but still maintain that individuality for each of them.

Photo credit: Elizabeth Anne Designs

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Industrial Cool ... Statement backdrop

I absolutely adore the brick wall. It creates a big statement, is part of your chosen venue and makes for a great backdrop for photos.

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Industrial Cool ... Party Setup

This look works best when the furnishings available are slightly mismatched. Mix wooden chairs with worn out metal ones, and throw in a few benches for that bit of quirkiness. Fairy lights and hanging pendant lights are simple lighting options, but you can add visual impact with a stunning chandelier or hanging glass tea light holders. If your venue has mostly white walls or floors, it will be fun to incorporate vibrant flower centerpieces. If luck is on your side and you find a venue complete with brick walls and raw concrete floors, neutral or white centerpieces will provide a bright and airy contrast. 
What I really love about this look is that there's no uniformity, everything is just a tad mismatch. So just go ahead, let loose and be creative.

Photo credit (Clockwise from top left): 100 Layer Cake, Green Wedding Shoes, Green Wedding Shoes, Green Wedding Shoes, The Pretty Blog

Style Board ... Industrial Cool

The venue is the all important factor when it comes to a theme like this. Get that right, and you are halfway through your decor. Look out for raw brick walls and concrete walls, wooden tables, an array of metal and leather chairs and glass windows. Then add little details to bring some feminine touches: cream or white translucent fabric as table runners, small arrangement of flowers in glass jars and metal pails . I love the pop of colours that flowers can bring to the decor, opt for bright orange, yellow and fuchsia. If you prefer something neutral, then cream, whites and green will do the trick. It is really just about letting the venue take center stage, so don't deck out with luxurious fabrics and huge flower arrangements.

Photo credit (clockwise from top left): Green Wedding Shoes, Green Wedding Shoes, Green Wedding Shoes, Green Wedding Shoes, Snippet & Ink

Industrial Cool

A recent visit to a cafe for an early morning cuppa had me bowled over. Yes, the coffee was good, but what drew me completely was the raw industrial interior: the brick walls, concrete and glass panels, wooden tables, metal pendant lights and leather armchairs. There was a surprising warmth to the decor that made me want to just sink into that armchair and indulge. It may seem odd to have such setting for a wedding, but it's cool and masculine, a refreshing change from the usual. Soften the look of the raw furnishings with layers of tulle and lace. 

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Dreamy Ruffles .... A little DIY

Tulle pom poms, light and airy, play up the soft texture of the dahlias and lilies in the centerpiece. These pom poms can be easily handmade, adding fun visuals to your decor. Check out Martha Stewart Weddings for this quick DIY.

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Dreamy Ruffles ... Cakes

These lovely ruffly cakes look so delectable. Delicate piping make the cakes look heavenly. Don't you adore the ombre cake, I'm not sure if anyone would bear to cut it.

 Photo credit (left to right): Postcards & Pretties, Martha Stewart Weddings

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Dreamy Ruffles ... Bouquets

Wouldn't you love to keep these bouquets forever. Dahlia, peony and roses work their magic in the bouquets, bringing an explosion of texture thats both feminine and classic.

Photo credit (clockwise from top left): The Bride's Cafe, Brocade Designs, The Bride's Cafe, Brides, B.loved

Dress it ... bride #3: Dreamy Ruffles

There's something so fun and youthful with having frills on short dresses. This will be a perfect choice for a chic city ceremony.

Photo credit (left to right): Amsale Spring 2013 via Martha Stewart Weddings, Reem Acra Fall 2013 via Martha Stewart Weddings, Marchesa Fall 2013 via Martha Stewart Weddings

Dress it ... bride #2: Dreamy Ruffles

Column and fit-and-flare dresses are very wonderful for showcasing gentle ruffles. Their streamlined silhouette coupled with the volume of the ruffles make for a feminine and chic look. I love the fit-and flare look as an updated version of the trumpet silhouette.

Photo credit (clockwise from top left): Camille Styles, Vera Wang Fall 2013 Collection via Martha Stewart Weddings, Oscar De La Renta Spring 2014 Collection via Martha Stewart Weddings, Vera Wang Fall 2013 Collection via Martha Stewart Weddings

Dress it ... Bride: Dreamy Ruffles

Ball gowns are the classic way of showcasing beautiful ruffles. It can be small intricate frills, or big graceful waves. A slim fitted top will balance the full skirt, and a neat chic hairstyle will ensure that the ensemble is not too busy.

Photo credit (clockwise from top left): Monique Lhuillier Fall 2013 Collection via Martha Stewart Weddings, Vera Wang Fall 2013 Collection via Martha Stewart Weddings, Reem Acra Spring 2014 via Martha Stewart Weddings, Pronovias 2013 Glamour Collection, Vera Wang Fall 2013 Collection via Martha Stewart Weddings

Dreamy Ruffles ... Frilly blooms

Your go-to bloom for ruffly petals ... Carnations. They are frilly and come in a huge array of colours, the best thing is that they are budget friendly. Peonies, ranunculus and dahlias make a big impact with their luscious blooms, and lovely structure.

Photo credit (clockwise from top left): Camille Styles, Camille Styles, Camille Styles, Grey likes Weddings

Dreamy Ruffles ... Chair back waterfall

You have got to love this. It's romantic, it's subtle, and it's perfect for the theme. The use of sheer chiffon or tulle balances the voluminous curves of the ruffles. 

Photo credit: Style Me Pretty

Style Board: Dreamy Ruffles

Ruffly handmade pom poms and frilly luscious carnations are the perfect accessories for our theme of the month. A neutral palette brings out the dreamy delicate beauty of the ruffles. Indulge!

Photo credit (clockwise from top left): 100 Layer Cake, Style Me Pretty, Bridal Guide, Pretties and Posies, Grey Likes Weddings, 100 Layer Cake

Dreamy ruffles

Ruffles have recently been HUGE on my list. Ruffled neckline paired with a basic pencil skirt for work, and a simple tank top with a pair of ruffled shorts for fun day out.  It's amazing how they can add such wonderful detail to a simple piece. Check out the ruffles on this gown, so pretty.

Photo credit: Dolce Pazzia

Head over heels ... Gleaming Neutrals

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              1. Michael Antonio Love Me pumps in Rosegold Metal via Heels.com
              2. Vince Camuto Gernetto sandal in petal via Shoe Box
              3. Patent sandals with ankle straps via Zara
              4. VC Signature Amazone peep toe pump in nude via Shoe Box

Head over heels ... White out

Go all out with the whites by pairing your gown with white pumps. I love the gold detail on this pair by Jean-Michel Cazabat.

Photo credit: Piperlime