The Art of Being Fashionable: Old Photos

The Art of Being Fashionable: Old Photos: "One of my favorite blogs, Honestly WTF , had a posting about a new site called Dear Photograph where you take a picture from your past an..."

THIS IS AN AMAZING IDEA!! It's something I thought of doing for engagement photos. Reenacting a photo of my grandparents and my Fiance's. But I never thought of going back to the same spot! Incredible!

Secrets of the to-be-wed

Like every "secret" society, sorority, organization or even group of close friends- secrets exists within the "to-be-wed" tribe. Want to be in the know? Well, I will let you in on some of the unknowns.

1. Who is Crafty Eddy?

Have you heard that name in passing and thought who is this man?

Well Crafty Eddy is in fact a secret of the to-be-wed tribe. But..what does he do? Why he is a monogram cake topper maker! Yes, seriously, that is what he does.

A photo of his work. Reach Eddy here: Craftyeddy@gmail.com

Perhaps you want to check out his website... Sorry! he doesn't have one. He's reachable by e-mail only. But, I promise you, if you are looking for a monogram cake topper he is the go-to-guy. Not only that, but he works alongside a woman that will Bling your cake topper if you so chose. Just e-mail him with what you are looking for, and he will shoot you an e-mail back with photos of what he can do for you!

2.Luna Bazaar

Ok, maybe this one is not sooo secretive. I mean, there is a website so you don't have to track them down.  Do a quick google search and you can find them. But I think every bride to be, and especially every budget bride to be knows about Luna Bazaar-- and if you aren't a bride, you likely...don't.


Luna carries everything from paper lanterns and parasols to jewelry for your bridal party and favors-- and everything in between.

Looking for a parasol? A pillow cover? A favor box? visit: www.lunabazaar.com

PS. Want to DIY a paper parasol with a "thank you" or an initial. Visit here for the DIY tutorial:
http://www.projectwedding.com/wedding-ideas/diy-thank-you-parasols

PPS. In addition to Luna Bazaar, check out Oriental Trading (ya, it's not just for teachers!)

3. Personalized Etsy aka the new Alchemy
Notice I didn't say "personalize your wedding with etsy"...uh---everyone knows that! I mean personalize your Etsy. Did you know that Etsy vendors are very talented? Ya, obvi. But did you know that if you see an etsy shop and you like what they are making, doing, providing-- that you can personally contact the seller and ask for customization? Well, you can.

A while back Etsy has a thing called "ALCHEMY" that has since gone bye-bye. It was basically an e-bay where you requested a service. IE: "I would like 200 fuschia pink and blue organic soaps made as favors and I want to pay $1 each". All the Soap makers would clamor about and yell "yes I want to supply that". In reality, they would Bid on what you wanted made. Basically, they were providing you a quote for their personalized service.

While Etsy rebuilds Alchemy and makes it better- they suggest to simply do the human thing- reach out! Yes, make personal contact. E-mail the Etsy seller and  tell them what you want and how much you are willing to pay and simply ask "can you do this?". Most likely, if it's in their area of expertise and they accept the price- you are on your way to personalization city.

It's a great way to get already cool, funky stuff Etsy produces, in a more personalized way.

How To Ruin a Wedding

Yup! You read the title correctly. I just came across this somewhat humorous article on theknot.com. There is an expert below. Head to theknot.com to read the full article.
All of these things, by the way, have happened at actual weddings. Any wedding guest horror stories you have to share?

Ways to Ruin a Wedding:

1. Speak up During the Ceremony

We've heard the horror stories-- the "Are you sure?"  from the minister, the "Don't do it man" groomsmen comment and the vocal grandmother using her time as a reader at the pulput to offer her humble opinion. Yikes.

Instead: Any reservations about the relationship should be brought up in private long before the ceremony.

2. Stick your Fingers in the Cake

Believe it or not, guests do this. There's nothing cute or okay about touching the piece de resistance of the reception menu. Besides the sanitary factor, wedding cakes are expensive and should only be handled by three people: the bride, the groom and the caterer.

Instead: It sounds ridiculous and should go without saying, but if you can't get close to a wedding cake without touching it, don't go near it.

3. Wear White
We don't care if it's the middle of summer and your little white sundress is the most flattering thing in your closet. Do not, we repeat, do not wear white to someone else's wedding. Most brides have been looking forward to their moment in the spotlight -- as the only one in white. While it's true no one could possibly upstage the bride, it's considered the ultimate guest dress no-no. The other color to avoid wearing at a wedding? Bright red.

Instead: Colorful tones like pinks, yellows and purples are all fair game. Just stay away from anything in the white and ivory color family.

4. Spill Anything on the Bride
That gorgeous white wedding dress more than likely cost the bride a couple thousand. And while she probably won't have another reason to wear it again, a drink spilled on the wedding dress still ranks as one of the worst mistakes a guest could make.

Instead: You can't be too careful holding a beverage near the bride. If you have a glass of red wine or Coke in your hand, put it down.

5.Give a Roast Toast
Just because you have a microphone in your hand that doesn't give you free rein to tell the most outrageous college drinking story or reveal what happened in Vegas. It's also not the time to talk about old boyfriends or reveal the groom's most embarrassing habits.

Instead: Give your speech the grandma test. If it's not PG-rated and something you'd be comfortable telling her, it's not wedding reception toast material.


Need help being the perfect guest?
http://honeymoons.about.com/od/weddingsaway/ht/wedding_toast.htm
http://bestmansduties.com/
http://www.diyweddingspeech.com/
http://www.modern-manners-and-etiquette.com/wedding-guest-etiquette.html