The bride gets to have the most fun with her wardrobe at a Roarin’ Twenties wedding! A lace gown with a beautiful portrait back is a statement of twenties elegance. And then choose to feature an intricate headband, birdcage veil, strings of pearls, or elbow-length gloves for a truly Roarin’ Twenties look!

The twenties were known for speakeasies. Create this look at your reception by having dramatic, dim lighting by the bar. And get the party going by hiring swing band! Your guests will have a blast swing dancing and it’ll make your party really stand out!

Wildflowers Photography

Check out this twenties inspired bridal party! Give your bridesmaids flapper dresses and complete the look with a darling headband. And for the groomsmen, adorn them in suspenders and bow ties! It all comes together to create the perfect look and feel of the twenties!

Remember that swing band you booked? It might be hard to swing dance in that bridal gown! Instead, enter the reception in this beaded flapper dress that goes perfectly with the theme, plus you can really get your dance moves on! (See, we told you the bride has all the fun with this theme!)

Incorporate the vintage atmosphere at the ceremony and reception with antiques such as vintage cameras, typewriters, teacups, and suitcases.

Do you love the idea of booking a swing band and finding a flapper reception dress Indy bride? If so, the Roarin’ Twenties theme is the one for you!

One of the hottest trends that you will be seeing in 2013 are wedding dresses FAR from the traditional white bridal gowns. Instead, you will see gowns in bold reds, deep purples, soft pinks, and lovely blues. So our question for you, Indy bride, is do you LOVE wedding dresses of these vibrant colors or do you HATE them?

Simply Bloom Photography

If you choose to wear a colored wedding gown, you are sure to turn some heads your wedding. Your wedding dress will be sure to be remembered among family and friends if you stray from the typical white! So if you want to make a statement on your wedding day, don a daring gown full of color! What’s so great about colored wedding dresses are they allow for so much creativity and fun incorporating your color scheme! The wedding gown can be the central visual focus of the day, which is the whole goal of a wedding gown, right?!

The downside to wearing a colored gown is that those with more traditional views may not approve. Brides have always worn white and some people refuse to believe they should wear anything but. The trick is to wear your dress with confidence. People will appreciate your want to be original and totally yourself on your wedding day!

What do you think of the colored wedding gown Indy bride? Do you LOVE it or do you HATE it?

While searching through images of colored wedding gowns, we found this amazing story of why this bride wore a purple wedding dress! So sweet! http://simplybloomphotography.com/blog/?p=1294

J.A. Alexandra Coordination & Design is a mother and daughter team with a vision to create beautiful memories for you on your wedding day. The pair have a passion for weddings and truly want each bride’s wedding to be unique and beautiful. We think they say it best when they say “We believe that a wedding coordinator is no longer a luxury but a necessity for today’s busy bride.” So true! And J.A. Alexandra offers packages that meet any budget, including full service planning, weekend wedding, and hourly consultations. More importantly, they offer personal attention and excellent customer service which makes their company stand out in the wedding industry. Check out their website for more information and to look through their amazing gallery! If you are like us, you will fall in love with their creativity and beautiful design! http://www.jaalexandra.com/

1. If you have already been shopping for a wedding gown, then you know there are TONS of different shades of white such as ivory, cream, antique, and eggshell. It is vital in an all white wedding to mix up your whites to create a beautiful landscape for your wedding. Tip: Hang crystal chandeliers around the reception space to create a dazzling effect to the room.

2. We are so in love with white canopies and tents strung with white twinkle lights. It creates such a romantic atmosphere for the reception!

3. Dress your bridesmaids in a shade of white that differs from your gown for a beautiful overall look! If you feel like white doesn’t create enough diversity, mix and match styles for more visual interest!

4. If you are going to do a white on white wedding, do it right-with pearls of course! Wear a trendy chunky pearl necklace yourself and then treat your bridesmaids to pearl earrings.

5. Go beyond having the perfect white wedding cake by making ALL of your desserts white! This makes your dessert table absolutely beautiful (and tasty)!

What do you think Indy bride? Is the classy white on white wedding scheme perfect for you and your groom?

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Where can you get vendor expos, mini workshops, wedding professionals, cocktails and dinner, a fabulous fashion show, and a party on a rooftop all in one location? The Bridal Jam on August 18, 2012 of course! They will also be having contests, prizes, and over $1,000 of giveaways! We found a run-down of the schedule on http://www.indyweddingideas.com/BRIDAL-JAM-.html to show you just how jam-packed this day will be! Take a look:

Adorn your cake with your wedding flowers for a modern look plus it helps to tie the look of the reception room together.

Peonies in a teacup? Yes please! We love this look for reception tables because it is so cute and so easy to do!

Create an arch out of peonies for a beautiful centerpiece at the ceremony to say your vows under. And it’ll smell great too!

Laura Ashbrook Photography

Put a large single blossom in your hair for a stunning look that would be perfect for a backyard or modern wedding.

Arranging vases of bouquets throughout the day will help to make the wedding cohesive. Place vases next to the guest book, desert table, reception tables, and anywhere else you can think of! Tip: Make the vases different sizes and shapes as well as the bouquet arrangements. This variety will add gorgeous visual interest to your wedding.

Last but not least, here is a quick tip to help you save loads of money (to spend on your dress of course)! We suggest choosing a flower that can be grown in your backyard. Not a green thumb? Ask family or friends who are to help you out growing the flowers for your big day. Not only is this a great way to save money, it would also be a fun activity for you and your fiancé to enjoy together! Are you ready for your flower infused wedding Indy bride?

Pros:

1. You will be assured you won’t offend any guests by asking them to pay for drinks.

2. Complimentary drinks are a way to “give back” to the guests who have paid for travel expenses, vacation time, and a wedding gift.

3.  An open bar is has a bit more elegance and class than a cash bar.Guests are able to relax and have fun without worrying about the price!

Cons:

1. An open bar means that guests will most likely drink more than they perhaps normally would. Drunk guests can easily turn into embarrassing or awkward situations! A good way to avoid this is to have the bar open only at certain times during the reception, like during the toasts.

2. Worry about tipsy guests driving home can place stress that you just don’t want on your wedding day! Consider a venue that offers transportation or overnight accommodations for guests if you are worried about this.

3. The expense of having an open bar is the biggest reason why couples opt for a cash bar. Couples say they would rather spend more money on other aspects of their wedding rather than the bar.

What do you think Indy bride? Will you and your groom be treating guests to an open bar or will opt for a cash bar at your reception?

Three Nails Photography

Do you remember the “ROYGBIV” from elementary art class? You certainly will need to remember the 7 colors of the rainbow for your bridesmaids! (Just in case you have forgotten, the colors are red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, violet!)

Christian Cruz Photography

If you don’t want to have your brides wearing all different colors, no problem! Accessorize your bridesmaids with colors of the rainbow. We love this idea of each girl holding a parasol. Or, each girl could wear different colors of shoes. Tip: If you go with this option, make sure the dress color will match all of the shoes!

Three Nails Photography

For the groomsmen, deck them out in brightly colored suspenders with different boutonnieres. You can definitely get away with doing this at a rainbow inspired wedding!

Laurel McConnell Photography

The reception is where you can really have some fun with a rainbow color palette…starting with your wedding cake. Your guests will be pleasantly surprised when you cut into a white frosted cake to reveal the colors of the rainbow!

Set up an old fashioned soda bar for your guests at the reception. This is not only a treat for guests, but all of the colors make it perfect for a rainbow reception!

Last but not least, you absolutely MUST have a rainbow as a backdrop at your wedding. Ok, maybe not considering you can’t control the weather, but there’s no harm in wishing right?

This vibrant theme isn’t for the faint of heart, that’s for sure! How about you Indy bride? Are you daring enough to use rainbow as your bold wedding theme?