Trash the Dress

Trash the dress photo shoots are a controversial and growing trend in wedding photography. Trashing the dress involves essentially destroying the wedding dress to get artistic and unique photos and some object to the wasteful nature of the trend. However, what you choose to do with your wedding dress after "I do" is completely up to you!

Shot in the style of fashion photography, the trash the dress pictures often puts the bride in a setting where formal wear seems out of place. Trash the dress sessions allow for complete creativity on the part of the photographer as well as the subject. Going way beyond standard and stuffy bridal portraiture, the images are artful, beautiful and can really capture the spirit of the bride! Whether you're for it or against it, we can all agree that Trash the Dress shoots often produce unforgettable pictures. 

Del Sol Photography based out of Riviera Maya, Mexico has elevated the trend to an art form. Their under water photographs are some of the most striking trash the dress images around.

Photo Credit: Del Sol Photography

Weekend Wedding Links

• A timeless and elegant affair captured by Mark Hayes Photography.

• New York (state) state of mind by Kara Pearson.

• Gorgeous Colorado nuptials at Crooked Willow Farms by Jenni Maroney.

• Fall in love with this southern wedding captured on video by Todd Thiele.

• Smiles and laughter abound during a Vail wedding by Preston Utley.

Photo Credit: Mark Hayes Photography

Swank Stems Magazine Feature

The fabulous Nicole Iverson of Swank Stems has once again been recognized for her innovative floral design! Colorado Meetings and Events magazine featured her work in a full two page spread. From the dramatic tall centerpieces to small tea pot arrangements, Nicole's flowers add that special touch to a gorgeous design by Dramatic Events!

Photo Credit: Keri Doolittle Photography

Weekend Wedding Links

• Sweet treat heaven! This tasty toppings bar will have your mouth watering.

• My first, my last, my only. An artsy DIY wedding on Snippet and Ink.

• Personalized face stamps are sure to leave an impression.

• Sunshine and strawberries. Summer inspiration boards from Inspired by This.

• Gray, yellow and Gingham. An adorable LA wedding on Once Wed.

Photo Credit: Sweet Designs

Inspiration: Seating Cards

Your wedding provides endless opportunities to creatively convey the personalities of you and your beloved. When your guests are heading into your reception, you have the chance to wow them before they even get to their seats. Seating cards don't have to just be lined up on a plain table! Below are five unique and festive seating card displays.

Photo Credit:
Style Me Pretty

Martha Stewart Weddings
 Tropical Occasions

Weekend Wedding Links

• Comic books, creativity and disguises capture the spirit of this quirky and sweet couple on the UnBride. 

• Sweet and subtle or bold and big? Do it yourself wedding day hair accessories from the Wedding Chicks.

• This Hawaiian wedding inspiration board on Snippet & Ink will have you craving a tropical getaway. 

• Four things you already know about your wedding, but might not know you know from the Broke-Ass Bride.

• Traditional Cambodian nuptials are long, meaningful and absolutely gorgeous. Once Wed highlights a blended tradition wedding. 

Photo Credit: Amanda Patrice via The UnBride

Costa Rican Bliss

Craving some tropical wedding eye candy? This gorgeous beach wedding by Costa Rican wedding experts, Tropical Occasions, should satiate your hunger. This beach ceremony was beautiful, casual and a real celebration of love. For the full post, visit the Tropical Occasions Blog. 

Photo Credit: 

Julie Comfort

Tropical Occasions

Etsy Finds - Unique Cake Toppers

Couples are no longer stuck with the traditional stoic bride and groom to adorn the top of their wedding cake. Etsy, the mecca for all things hand made, has a wealth of unique options for wedding cake toppers. Below are five cute, quirky and off beat toppers we love. 

Nuptials, ninja style.

Love Birds

Lego Bride and Groom

Dia De Los Muertos Couple

There is room for the whole family!