Looking for a super cute vintage monogram to show off your new last name initial? Look no further than The Wedding Chicks. Just enter your choice of colors, your initial, your wedding date, and ta-da, your custom monogram will be mailed directly to you immediately! Here’s one that I made for myself to test the capability.

Check out all the cute ways you can use your new monogram!

I was at a wedding this past weekend and all the bridal party was discussing (besides the beautiful bride of course!) was that they couldn’t wait for Mad Men to return! So when I came across this DIY Save the Date inspired by Mad Men over at The Wedding Chicks, I couldn’t resist blogging about it! With plenty of colors to choose from, you’ll definitely be able to find the right mix for your own special day!

What better way to announce you’re “taking the plunge” than to do so, literally? Check out this awesome save-the-date announcement inspiration from Steep Street where the bride & groom-to-be donned wedding gear and jumped in feet first, so to speak!

I saw the photos from this shoot on GreenWeddingShoes and had to share it with you all! Love Love Love the soft colors mixed with romantic pops of color.

There’s no rule that says you have to get married in a traditional place of worship — even if you plan to have a religious wedding.  When choosing a ceremony site, first examine your shared history as a couple and mutual interests for inspiration.

Are you and your fiance into art?  Having a small intimate wedding? Consider an art gallery!

Love animals?  How about you and your groom tie the knot at a Zoo?

Outdoor Zoo not your thing?  Prefer indoor aquarium exhibits?  Then consider the Georgia Aquarium.

Is one of you a pilot?  Or maybe just never outgrown the fascination of all things aeronautical?  Then consider renting an airplane hanger for your site!

Zoo photo courtesy of  LA’s Furious Photographers.

I can hardly think of anything more fun that browsing through all the dress designs that were showcased at Bridal Fashion Week.   Based on everything I’ve seen, here’s my top 6 trends in Wedding Gowns.

Trend 1: Pops of Color

General wedding tradition dictates that the wedding gown will be all white.  Well, not so, says one of the top trends of 2010.  This is not to say that the dress has little to no white, but it’s totally hot to have a hint of color in your wedding dress!  This could be a beautiful colored flower or bow, it could also be a colored streak or ribbon around your waist.

Trend 2:  Bows

NOT the super poofy kind that adorned the worst bridesmaids dresses of the 80’s… but rather more beautiful satin creations as small accents.

Trend 3:  Metallics

When I first heard that some bridal designers had metallics in their dresses, I was a bit worried.  Gawdy, anyone?  However, these designs give you a bit of shine & glamour, without feeling the least bit “over the top.”  This fashion can be built into the details of your dress, be added on with a shiny gold/silver sash, or hinted at with glitzy shoes.  Beware of too much.  This trend can go wrong quickly in bad hands.

Trend 4:  50’s Flair

Is everyone obsessed with Mad Men?  By looking at the runway, one might think so!  Plenty of classy tea-length styles and tulle skirts were found.  And it’s oh so cute!  Especially for an outdoor summer wedding, or a rustic fall wedding.

Trend 5:  One Shoulder Dresses

This trend has been huge in Hollywood during 2009 and now it’s carrying over to wedding gowns.  And I love it!  One of my favorite designers is Maggie Sottero and she’s all over this!  So, say “so long” to strapless, and welcome the asymmetry!

Trend 6:  Tiers & Raw Edges

Whether it’s chiffon, organza, tulle, or even feathers (my personal fave), designers are layering tons of fabric to create dramatic dresses.   When I think of this, I immediately think of Monique Lhuillier, and her designs worn by Heidi Pratt and most recently Molly (as in Jason & Molly from The Bachelor).  They are stunning… soft, yet dramatic.  I’m using the same Vera Wang dress I used earlier as an example.  This dress is lovely and shows how the trends can easily be combined, and still be classy.

Bridal Fashion by Vera Wang, Sottero & Midgley, Amsale, Alan Hannah, Justin Alexander, Maggie Sottero, Reem Acra, Monique Lhuillier