Weddings and What to Wear

Weddings are my favorite, this year I got to be a bridesmaid!  This was for my cousin's wedding two weeks ago now but it really was a great day that completely knackered me for the following day.

I think I'm a little bit obsessed with weddings, I once did a whole projects on them in AS Fine Art.  I also used to work in a florist during my business administration apprenticeship so I got to meet several brides and learn about the flowers for a wedding.  This will all be very beneficial when I plan my own wedding in the future.

But for now I would like to share a few wedding looks with you as I seem to have a fare few suitable dresses in my wardrobe.

Please note these clothes are not current collections in shops but I will note where they came from in case they have something similar.  Please excuse my chubbiness.

Look 1; 70s Chic - Tried and Tested

Hat:  Essential

Jacket; H&M

Dress; Forever 21

Necklace; Superdrug

Watch; Michael Kors

Clutch Bag; Primark

Wedges; Top Moda (Las Vegas market)

Look 2; Floral Flip

 Flower Hairclip; Primark

Blazer; Matalan

Dress; Raw

Handbag; Primark

Heels; New Look

Look 3; Floral Nude

Flower Headband; Home Bargains (Still have them)

Dress; Oasis

Clutch Bag; New Look

Heels; New Look

Look 4; Posh Pink

Fascinator; BHS

Dress; Mela Loves London

Handbag; Primark

Heels; New Look

Look 5; Slinky Mermaid

Fascinator; Debenhams

Blazer; Matalan

Dress; Lipsy

Heels; New Look

Look 6; Smart Rouge

Fascinator; Home Bargains (Still have them)

Necklace; Primark

Blouse; New Look

Belt; Boohoo

Skirt; Red Herring

Clutch Bag; Primark

Heels; New Look

I think the key to these looks is the accessories that pull it all together into wedding worthy attire.  So a fascinator, hat or even just flowers in your hair really amp up the glamour.  The jacket or cardigan and bag can really liven up any dress.  And of course a pair of heels or wedges finish the look but remember to bring flats if you want to dance the night away.

My top tip would be to pick a colour that complements you or the wedding theme and stick to a maximum of 4 colours for everything else.  And if you are wearing a print such as florals just stick to one or two items such as a dress or just heels and matching bag.

Mad on this Month

Yes I know it is only just into August but I am just addicted to...

Pinterest!  And yes I am very late to the party on this one but I kept coming across it on Facebook and just signed up last Saturday.  Firstly I looked at all the hair and beauty inspiration and naturally made a board for that.  Then came the wedding ideas!  No, I am not engaged or planning a wedding but this is fun.  I can see why so many brides just need Pinterest, it's very neat.

Now I'm at a point in my life where im starting to think about moving out, so of course I am now matulously planning each room with the help of Pinterest.  And it's so great how you can clearly see a person's tastes in one snapshot and share things with them that you may not know they like as well.  My personal decor taste is modern with a twist or touch of French feminism.

Also I couldn't leave fashion and shoes out so there is of course a board for each.  I'd love to see some your pin boards!

So please follow away and don't forget pin...

https://www.pinterest.com/elsybaby/