Gloves with a wedding dress. Yes. We vote yes.

I've been on a personal mission to bring hats back.  I wear them every opportunity that I get. Mostly because I like to feel fancy.  Gloves give me the same kind of goosebumps.  So incredibly feminine.  I found this lovely little wedding on Geneve Hoffmans blog, please do have a look.  This bride has great style.

One hot wedding

I don't know about you but here at Weddings by Socialites we all love a little sparkle! This recent craze over sparklers, after your wedding ceremony, sounds like a great idea to us! Not only is it easier to clean up than rice & rose petals but it adds to the magic of the day.

(and of course makes an even more magical photograph)

You can find these unforgettable decorations at Sparklers Online.

Thank you Shannon Ho Photography for this fiery photo!

Ring Finger Studios Cupcakes and Diamonds

Honestly.  Could there be a better match? Pink cupcakes topped with the most gorgeous wedding engagement rings ever?

Photo by Ashley Brockinton

Tara Rose designed these beauties and many others.  I love that they are conflict free.  If you can, visit her website and her shop in Miami.  Again, honestly, they're gorgeous.  How do I know?  I tried every last one of them on and it was like the best hour of my life (slight exaggeration).

Stunning Flower bloom backdrop

Hands down this is the most unique, I could die over this, backdrop I have ever seen.  My best guess is that there was something ugly to disguise.  This is a genius response if so. I am enamored with the cream, ivory, champagne and gray in what looks to be roses, peonies, tulips, and other soft petal blooms.

The lighting keeps the enormity of the blooms from being too much. This is as romantic as it gets.  I really want to sit at this table.  I came across this image via Jacin of Lovely Little Details. Visit her blog; you'll find more gorgeous there.

Perfect Wedding Pair

A good pair of shoes are hard to come by and when put together with a good man they are irresistible.

Thank you Victoria's Vintage for providing us with a dynamic duo.

Comfort food lovin'

Mac & Cheese is not just for kids anymore! If the cold weather leaves you with a sluggish feeling you might need a quick pick me up.We think this twist on the classic homemade mac&cheese comfort food with cauliflower or squash is just the cure.

Makes 4 servings
2 - 2 1/2 cups dry noodles
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 Tbsp flour
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup cooked and pureed squash or cauliflower (I use butternut squash)
1 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar)
4 oz cream cheese
1/2 tsp salt
1/8 tsp paprika
1/8 tsp pepper
Cook noodles as directed, cooking until al dente.
Meanwhile, in separate pan, heat oil, add flour stirring until it is a paste. Add milk and cook over low heat, stirring constantly until mixture becomes thick and starts to bubble (about 4 minutes). Add vegetable mixture and cheese, stir until melted. Add cooked noodles.

Thank you Linea's Great Blog of Recipes for the great recipe, appetizing picture and soul warming food.

Spice up your cocktail hour

If you are looking for an easy way to spice up your at home party, this inexpensive, innovative idea is perfect for you and your significant other.

All you will need is:
Cinnamon
Wine Glasses (you already own)
&
Stencils

On your big day your guests are going to want to toast to you and your honey, having the word "toast" already on the glass will definitely help break the ice.

We love this DIY from Celebrations at Home. To get the original idea and instructions be sure to visit The City Cradle.

All veil the bride.

We all know how crucial finding the perfect veil is, but is it possible that super cute headpieces maybe giving veils the boot? Whether you like a more traditional look or are maybe searching for an edge, I think we can all agree that a beautiful headpiece can bring out an exceptional side to your wedding look.

Thank you Bridal Hood Blog for your pretty pictures and unique styles.. We are in love.
This beautiul look can be found on The English Dept's website.

Seating made Simple

Maybe our Kindergarten teachers had the right idea. The simpler the better. This chalkboard idea makes seating assignments for weddings cheap, simple and unique. Not to mention unforgettable.

Thank you Sparkle & Hay for being "Rustic & Chic"

Have a sweet tooth?

Something sweet to hit just the right spot. Having cupcakes can be a great touch to any wedding reception.

Thanks to Caroline Tran for taking the photo!

Loving red details

Although the holidays have come to an end that does not mean you have to quickly whisk away all the red decorations you own to your storage unit. If your looking for an accent color that screams Love, Desire & Passion please carefully rethink what the color red means to you.

We might just have to add that to one of Kelly's favorite things which was just featured in the Spring/Summer addition of The Knot Florida. Thank you The Knot for reassuring us that the color red can play all year round.

Most lovely bridal hairstyle

There is nothing better than sticking to your true colors. When choosing the perfect hairstyle for your big day try doing something that you are familiar with. Something that will remind your man of every reason he fell for you in the first place.

 

We love the classic loose braid thank you Brides.com for taking us back to basics.

Ballerina Bride Blues

Something old. Something new. Something Borrowed. Something Blue.

Thank you to Sole Shebang for introducing us to such a perfect touch to such a timeless tradition.

Found Via Twitter

Craving a little lace in your life? Who isn't? These cute tape rolls add perfection to any simple decor you may have lying around. Thanks so much to Paper Garland Blog by Paloma Naderi for finding this fun cocktail hour detail.

Found on Etsy by Nothing Elegant

An emotional first glance photo

Actually, its taken just moments before.  It's a hold your breath image, isn't it? What happened 5 seconds later between Krista and Chris later was just as priceless.  I had forgotten about this image (it's from 2006) until I came across it again on Brooklyn Bride. This was such an amazing wedding.

This photograph is art.  The artist is Julie Goodacre.

Gray, Yellow, Black. Favor, Program, Snack

These were from Audrey Snows wedding.  I just like the picture.  And the lemonheads.

Pretty neat how you can make the simplest candy chic isn't it?