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Something Old & Blue: Vintage Blue Brooches 01/11/2012
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Photo: www.RetroSugarAndSpice.etsy.com
Photo: www.RetroSugarAndSpice.etsy.com
Knock out your “Something Old” and “Something Blue” with a beautiful blue vintage brooch. Attach the brooch to your bouquet, bridal sash, or even transform it into a pendant that can be worn on a necklace chain.

Type in “Blue Vintage Brooch” in the Etsy search string box and your search result will reveal thousands of shapes and styles to choose from. Check out some lovely pieces I found during my search this morning:
Photo: www.DistintElegance.etsy.com
Photo: www.DistintElegance.etsy.com
Photo: www.gjc828.etsy.com
Photo: www.gjc828.etsy.com
Photo: www.MindiLynJewelry.etsy.com
Photo: www.MindiLynJewelry.etsy.com
Photo: www.RMSjewels.etsy.com
Photo: www.RMSjewels.etsy.com
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Lollie Couture Giveaway Winner Announced! 01/02/2012
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Photo: www.lolliecouture.etsy.com
Photo: www.lolliecouture.etsy.com
Congratulations to Danielle B., the winner of our Lollie Couture Bridal Accessory giveaway! Keep an eye out for an email from Lollie Couture with instructions on how to claim your $50 Lollie Couture shop credit good for garters, clutches, ring pillows and other bridal accessories.

I also want to thank our readers for entering the giveaway and sharing your stories of love.

Lollie Couture Bridal Shop: www.lolliecouture.etsy.com
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Bridal Shoes That Sparkle! 12/29/2011
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Lately, I have been seeing a growing trend of shiny, glitter, sequin, and bedazzled bridal shoes. Check out these bridal shoes that will definitely make you sparkle on your wedding day!
Photo: www.annemariephotography.com
Photo: www.annemariephotography.com
Photo: www.bridalized.etsy.com
Photo: www.bridalized.etsy.com
Photo: www.jimmychoo.com
Photo: www.jimmychoo.com
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Photo: www.lulus.com
Photo: www.lulus.com
Photo: www.lulus.com
Photo: www.lulus.com
Photo: www.stylemepretty.com
Photo: www.stylemepretty.com
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"Something Blue" Wedding Bouquet Charms 12/23/2011
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Photo: www.SissyPretties.etsy.com
Photo: www.SissyPretties.etsy.com
Love Sissy's Pretties' “something blue” wedding bouquet charms! These lovely handcrafted bridal accessories come in several different shades such as midnight blue pearl or Tiffany inspired blue crystal. The attached sterling silver cap is handstamped with the couple’s initials and wedding date.

Simply thread a ribbon through the jump ring at the top of the charm and tie around the bridal bouquet for a unique added touch. After the wedding, these beautiful charms can be incorporated into a charm bracelet or necklace for a memorable keepsake.

Visit
www.SissyPretties.etsy.com to order your “something blue” wedding bouquet charm!  
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Giveaway: Lollie Couture Bridal Accessory 12/21/2011
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Photo: www.lolliecouture.etsy.com
Photo: www.lolliecouture.etsy.com
Back in August, I blogged about Lollie Couture’s custom garter line that features beautifully handcrafted garters adorned with a variety of delicate and rich accents. Our friends at Lollie Couture are back to offer one of our lucky readers a very special holiday treat! The winner of the Lollie Couture giveaway will receive a $50.00 shop credit that can be used for a custom Lollie Couture garter or another custom bridal accessory such as a clutch, bridesmaid’s gift, or a ring pillow.

Visit
www.lolliecouture.etsy.com to check out the Lollie Couture product line and then follow the instructions below to enter to win the Lollie Couture giveaway.
ENTER TO WIN THE LOLLIE COUTURE GIVEAWAY:

Enter by emailing
nikki@theuncommonevent.com with your name and the phrase "I want to win a Lollie Couture Bridal Accessory!".
Winner will be announced on January 2, 2012
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...And A Silver Sixpence In Her Shoe 12/12/2011
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Photo: www.silversixpence.com
Photo: www.silversixpence.com
Yesterday, I blogged about “Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue, and a silver sixpence in her shoe.” Stick with tradition and purchase your authentic wedding day sixpence from Silver Sixpence. These genuine English coins start at $8.95 with the option to choose a year that may be of special importance to the bride and her family. Each sixpence comes with a lovely card that explains the tradition of the sixpence in the shoe. Makes a wonderful gift for the bride-to-be!

Visit
www.silversixpence.com to order your silver sixpence.
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Something Old, New, Borrowed, Blue... 12/11/2011
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The complete original saying is: "Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue, and a silver sixpence in her shoe." The last part often gets left out, but is very important as it speaks to the origin of this tradition. A sixpence was a silver coin worth six pennies in England between 1551 and 1967. It is often inferred from this information that the tradition is of English descent dating back to the Victorian era.

Something Old – This symbolizes the bride’s connection with her family and her past. Family heirlooms such as vintage engagement rings, wedding rings, veils, and details from a mother or grandmother’s wedding dress are wonderful ideas. Embroidered handkerchiefs are also very popular.

Something New – This symbolizes the optimism for the new life that the bride will begin. The item often comes in the form of a gift from the groom’s family to signify the connection between the bride and her future family. Wedding gowns, lingerie, jewelry, and other new accessories are great choices.

Something Borrowed – This symbolizes that the bride’s family and friends are there for her on her wedding day. The item usually comes from a happily married friend or family member to signify that some of the wedded bliss will rub off on the bride herself. Veils, headpieces, shoes, and jewelry that friends and family members wore at their weddings are perfect choices.

Something Blue – Incorporating something blue to the wedding day attire means love, faithfulness, purity, and loyalty in many cultures. Blue lingerie, hair accessories, and wedding bouquet florals are very popular picks.

Sixpence – I explained earlier what the sixpence is; but how does it fit in? The sixpence is traditionally placed in the bride’s shoe to attract wealth to her new marriage. Some say that a bride has the best luck when the sixpence is placed in her left shoe. Pennies and other coins can be used in place of the sixpence.
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Custom Photo Necklaces 11/09/2011
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Photo: www.glassychicboutique.etsy.com
Photo: www.glassychicboutique.etsy.com
These custom photo necklaces are lovely keepsakes that can be cherished forever. What a wonderful idea for the groom to take one of the couple's engagement photos and incorporate it into this necklace for a thoughtful wedding day gift. Or, have the necklace made using wedding day formals of the couple for a special anniversary gift.

Visit
www.glassychicboutique.etsy.com to order your custom photo necklace!
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Beautiful Bridal Clutches 10/24/2011
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Photo: www.angeew.etsy.com
Check out these gorgeous bridal clutches handcrafted by Etsy designer Angee W. These lovely pieces are each carefully designed and assembled with special attention paid to details such as color, texture, and material. You even have the option to further personalize your order with custom embroidery and photo linings. Take a look below to see an example of an Angee W. clutch showcasing a treasured engagement photo. Makes for a wonderful wedding keepsake or personalized gift! 
Photo: www.angeew.etsy.com
Visit www.angeew.etsy.com to view the entire Angee W. bridal clutch collection.
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Victoria's Secret Bridal Collection 10/11/2011
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The Victoria’s Secret bridal collection is your one stop shop for all of your wedding lingerie needs. The collection features a wide array of gorgeous clothing, sleepwear, and accessories. Perfect for bachelorette party gifts, wedding day attire, and wedding night wear. Below are my top favorite picks from the Victoria’s Secret bridal collection. You can view the entire collection at www.victoriassecret.com/sleepwear/bridal-collection.
Victoria's Secret Bridal Collection
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