Lavender truly is a versatile little bloom. Used to calm and soothe you before bedtime, fill up your garden with sweet scents and pastel colours, or, in your wedding florals. Although it’s not a common first choice when picking blooms for your bouquet, table or installations, it really should be. Here are a few clever ways on how to incorporate lavender into your special day:
Confetti
It’s hardy enough to dry without breaking, and won’t litter the environment like plastic and glitter will.
Bouquet or bridesmaids’ bouquets
If you’re going for a more dainty, rustic type of aesthetic, lavender is the perfect pick for a long-lasting and budget-friendly addition, or to use alone.
Add it to your invitation or stationary
A single sprig of lavender attached to your invitations or escort cards will last longer than most flowers and will subtly scent the paper as well.
Boutonnieres
Small and detailed flowers work best for boutonnieres to provide that extra bit of detail to the groom or groomsmen’s ensembles.
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In your altar or chuppah
It’s whimsical, a little wild and undeniably romantic. And because you need larger amounts of flowers to fill up the space, lavender offers a wallet-friendly alternative to more expensive flowers.
Use it in your hair
Instead of incorporating flowers that are bound to wilt and break off, pin small pieces of lavender sprigs and young blooms to your flower crown, in your updo or in your plait.
Decorate your lounge areas and tables
Take small vases or pots and place bunches of lavender everywhere your guests will be lounging or sitting, perfect for an al fresco setting with the added bonus of being a natural insect repellent. Alternatively, place bunches of fresh lavender along the centre of your tables instead of traditional runners.
Tie it to your chairs
Small bunches of lavender tied to your seating area or along your aisle make for a fragrant sillage that will envelop while your guests are seated.
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Bundles of rosemary and lavender to accent the ceremony aisle ~ best smelling aisle!
Add it to your dessert table or cocktails
Food-grade lavender sprigs add a floral and slightly sweet flavour to your cake, tiny desserts, and even your cocktails and G&Ts.
Give individual plants or seeds as favours
A gift that keeps on giving is the ultimate gift. Give your guests seed pods or a small lavender plant to take home with them, plant and eventually harvest.
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After binging the wedding movie watch list there are a few wedding dresses we just simply can’t forget. Even though none of the marriages are real, we can’t help but fall in love with these nuptial gowns. The list is endless, but have a look at a few of our favourites:
Funny Face (1957)
Audrey Hepburn and Fred Astaire star in this musical romantic comedy. Audrey wore a Givenchy dropped-waist gown. It consisted of a tight bodice and full skirt.
The Sound of Music (1965)
This classic film followed a postulant that eventually becomes a governess for a family of seven children and a widowed naval captain. Julie Andrews wore a beautiful A-line dress consisting of a V-neck and button-up bodice.
Ever After (1998)
This movie was inspired by the Cinderella fairytale. Drew Barrymore wears a Renaissance inspired wedding dress. It featured a pair of wings, beaded bodice, detailed sleeves and is often referred to as the ‘breathe gown’.
Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones (2002)
Natalie Portman starred as Padmé Amidala in the Star Wars prequels. When she wed Anakin Skywalker she wore a dress made by film costumer designer Trisha Biggar. The gown was very intricate and featured a lot of beads, pearls and lace detail.
Sex and the City (2008)
Set after the series that took place from 1998-2004, the movie sees Sarah Jessica Parker finally marrying Mr Big. Unfortunately, the wedding didn’t happen, but Carrie still looked as fashionable as always in her Vivienne Westwood dress.
The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1 (2011)
After three movies and the constant frustration of the famous Twilight love triangle, Bella finally chose Edward. Kristen Stewart looked beautiful in her simple and elegant Carolina Herrera gown. The back of the dress consisted of intricate lace and an open back cut.
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The first-look is the initial glimpse that your partner sees when you make your way down the aisle. Traditionally, your partner doesn’t see the grand wedding outfit until the big day. One bride-to-be, however, decided to add a humorous touch to her first-look reveal.
Megan Martin decided to pull the ultimate prank on husband-to-be Logan Martin. Instead of her future hubby seeing her for the first time she asked Logan’s best friend Ryan Sowder to take part in the big joke. As Logan waited with his back turned, Ryan made his way down the aisle in a wedding dress.
The muscular best man wore a strapless white gown and shocked the groom. Logan was completely taken by surprise and the prank resulted in endless laughter.
The happy (and funny) couple wed on July 19, 2019.
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With so many beauty trends out there, constantly being reinvented, it’s difficult to choose exactly what you want your make-up to look like on your wedding day. Take these 4 looks, straight from the runway, as inspiration for a look that will be striking and timeless to boot.
Berta Bridal
Clean, polished skin is enhanced with the slightest contour and the perfect feline flick. Round it off with a nude, matte lip.
Ines Di Santo
Skin is prepped to look fresh and dewy, only covering imperfections, and finished off with a smattering of glitter on the lids and a nude lipgloss.
Jenny Yoo
Softly smoked out lids and subtle bronzer make for a perfectly classic combo. A touch of peachy lipstick completes the look.
Justin Alexander
Don’t be afraid of a bold lip – just keep the rest simple. Bold brows make for the perfect addition to tangerine-stained lips, along with fresh rosy cheeks.
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