Paper: Pillow Boxes

From a graphic designer out of Vancouver, BC, these small packages can be used for so many things. Favors, petals to throw down the aisle, name cards. The possibilities are endless. Find here on etsy.

Flowers: Cocktail Party Centerpieces

Check out these great ideas for small centerpieces at a cocktail reception. The key is lower - stature and key - with a wink to the overall decor. And the addition of lots of small candles adds the cocktail vibe for sure. From The Knot.

Favors and more: Bell'occhio

Oo la la. Bell'occhio out of San Francisco has a beautiful selection of paper and craft items. Featured here, a small red box, cocoa covered almonds, and wood tags. Take a look at their site for more items that will make you drool. Great ideas here for the DIY favors. as seen in DailyCandy.

Paper: O Check

Out of Vietnam, O Check has fun light-hearted paper goods. Here, their "love box" made of wood can store your love letters and momentos, and the "love envelope" would be fun for a favor filled with goodies.

Vases: Ernest Miller

These organic vases by Ernest Miller of Minneapolis are gorgeous. Perfect for a special centerpiece or gift. Or for an outdoor function, since they take their cues from nature.

Decor: The BlumeBox

Does the idea of buying a bunch of vases that you 1. will never use again, or 2. have to figure out how to get to your reception location and back make you rethink flowers as centerpieces? Here's a solution...the BlumeBox. It's a recyclable vase that can be customized for your event. They come in bud size to 10 inches. An affordable and green way to use flowers at your wedding.

Unique Boutennieres

Think different when it comes to boutennieres. They don't have to be flowers. In fact, there are options - like wheat, berries and mint here - that are just as beautiful and much more unique. And it's easy to tie these elements in to your bouquet or decor to make sure it all connects. From InStyle Weddings.

Flowers by Laurie Cinotto

We found some more gems by yesterday's featured post - Laurie Cinotto. Not only does she do beautiful faux corsages, she does the most gorgeous actual flower work too! Her use of leaves and textures is amazing. Lucky are those in Seattle...

DIY Wedding Centerpieces

How cool are these DIY vases made from recycled light bulbs?! It's a great use for all those bulbs being replaced by low carbon ones. Simple. Cool.

Candle holders galore...

Candles are always a great way to create an intimate feeling in a space. And are a cost effective centerpiece alternative.

DIY Wedding Centerpieces

Look at these cool organic/nature inspired centerpieces that you can make yourself! From DesignSponge ,where there are instructions on how to make them.

Wedding Lighting

Dramatic lighting is an easy way to transform a space and create a feel you want for your wedding. Here are some gorgeous examples from colorful to understated. You can keep your table decor pretty low-key if you have funky lighting as well - everyone will be looking up. And just a cluster of lighting can have a great effect without having to cover every area of space of the venue.

Chandeliers: Inspiration

Wow! We think you can tell a lot about a person by what type of chandeliers they like. It's like looking at flowers or dresses...it helps you define what type of style you are drawn to. The top two are from a designer named David Wiseman who uses influences from the outdoors to create these amazing chandelier designs incorporating the ceiling itself or a collage of many lights. The bottom two are from a shop in London, Graham & Green. They have tons of great home ideas for both indoor and out. We heart London... Anyway, remember inspiration for your wedding comes in all places. These chandeliers are one way to focus your style sense.

Centerpiece ideas

Here are two centerpiece ideas. The lotus bowls from Pottery Barn are reasonable (on sale for $20/2), simple and beautiful with a floating orchid or other bloom. The orange tea pot is a quirky alternative, but the color and detailed features of it make it both useful (why not fill with green jasmine tea for guests) and beautiful. Especially for centerpieces, you can think super creatively - anything goes! As long as it feels like you and the style you are trying to establish.

3D Fabric Centerpieces

Look at these beautiful 3D fabric pieces. From textile designer Jessica Preston, she uses fabric to create origami-inspired pieces for fashion, interiors and public display. Imagine these on the center of your reception tables? They are so different and could be made especially for your look and feel. Love these...

Flowers: Red and not Roses

We LOVE these flowers from Nancy Birch in Rhode Island. Using simple garden flowers like dahlias and hydrangeas mixed with berries can look modern vs. english garden-like. Plus the color combination of warm tones in dahlias and cool tones in hydrangeas play off each other so well. If you're lucky enough to have a farmers market nearby and are getting married in the warmer months, you can put these together yourself.

Single Flower Bouquets

Simplify your bouquet by using just one type of flower. You can get some at the local farmers market and wrap the stems with a silk ribbon. Even if you have a floral designer do it, you can still save money by using one type of flower. And they are still beautiful and even more striking in their simplicity...like these (from the knot).

Champagne flutes

Look at these amazing champagne glasses. They are modern, fun, and actually functional - they keep your drink cooler because of the inside out design. Designed by Alissia Melka-Teichrowe, these hand-blown glasses are finally available on Rarechic after being on backorder for some time. Only $60 for the pair, they are a must for the style seeking bride.

Centerpiece ideas

Another different, beautiful and affordable centerpiece idea. Sugared fruit! Set in a shallow bowl on tables. It looks delicate and seasonal with muted colors to match your day. Plus they are edible! We found this great idea here - click to find the directions on how to actually do it. Yum.

Chandeliers

I am in love with chandeliers lately. The lower one is from my FAVORITE location in Minneapolis, Bar Lurcat. I was also recently at Hotel deLuxe in Portland which had amazing chandeliers in their entry way. The upper chandelier is from Coco Chanel's apartment in Paris. There is something about the light reflecting off of crystals that creates a magical glow and environment. Everyone looks good in that light!