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October 2009 - Posts

Bridesmaid Bouquet Alternative - Balloons!

Posted Friday, October 30, 2009 5:55 PM

Okay so I know there have been a lot of balloons lately like here and here -- but this is new to me! > More the flower type? Check out our bridesmaid bouquet photos ! Photo: Michele M. Waite Photography ( MicheleMWaite.com/blog )

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Wedding Reception Ideas - Pumpkin Decor!

Posted Thursday, October 29, 2009 10:21 PM

Everyone loves a pumpkin patch… especially at a wedding! Using pumpkins to decorate your reception that double as favors, why didn't I think of that?! So adorable, and love the use of different colored pumpkins. Top it all off with a beautiful rustic

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Blue-and-White Mini Inspiration Board

Posted Wednesday, October 28, 2009 7:23 PM

Blue and white is one of the most popular wedding color combination searches on The Knot, so, for all of you blue-and-white brides, here are some my favorite things in your palette! > See more blue-and-white wedding details. Right: Vintage-inspired

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In the News: Judge Asks, "What's the Harm in Permitting Gay Marriage?"

Posted Tuesday, October 27, 2009 6:06 PM

"What would be the harm of permitting gay men and lesbians to marry?" This was the question Judge Vaughn R. Walker posed to lawyer, Charles J. Cooper two weeks ago in a California court room: "Your honor, my answer is: I don't know," Mr. Cooper said.

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Posted by Knot Anja

Celebrity-Inspired Mini Inspiration Board

Posted Tuesday, October 27, 2009 1:15 PM

In honor of Elisabeth Moss (aka Peggy Olson from "Mad Men") marrying SNL cast member Fred Armisen this past Sunday at The Foundry in Long Island City, New York, I put together a little inspiration board of what their wedding could have been like. Going

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Engagement Photo Idea - A Feather Pillow Fight!

Posted Monday, October 26, 2009 7:08 PM

Well after seeing this feather-pillow-fight-colorful-balloon engagement photo shoot, it's official: I'm obsessed with Erin Hearts Court Photography (not to mention this awesome couple). If you're like me, you will probably also love photographers Courtney

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Wedding Cake Idea - Use a Heart Cake Topper

Posted Friday, October 23, 2009 6:12 PM

I love how the cake design is ultramodern, right down to the acrylic stand, but the topper has a sweet, child-like vibe, perfect for you Valentine's Day brides! Photo: Studio 306 Photography ( http://www.studio306.com ) Cake: Gateaux, Inc.

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Our Photo Editor Blogs! City-Inspired Engagement Photo Shoots

Posted Thursday, October 22, 2009 6:52 PM

I'm so excited to introduce our awesome Real Weddings photo editor, Rebecca Crumley (aka, "Crums") -- it's Rebecca's job to find all of our Real Weddings. Needless to say, she knows hundreds of photographers! Stay tuned for more blog goodies from her...here's

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Wedding Dress Idea - Wear a Dress that's Two Styles in One!

Posted Wednesday, October 21, 2009 7:04 PM

Clearly, we really like short reception dresses around here, but if you dread doing a full costume change, look into Adele Wechsler's convertible dresses. The ball gown skirt easily comes off! Imagine your guests' faces when you enter the party in the

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Anne Barge Wedding Dress -- Tea-Length Ball Gowns

Posted Tuesday, October 20, 2009 7:40 PM

It's formal and flirty -- a slightly shorter-than-floor-length hemline on a ball gown like this one by Anne Barge is just begging for a pair of sassy shoes and a big open dance floor. p.s. Speaking of dance floors, I made an after-bridal-fashion-week-night

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Wedding Dress Idea - How About a Short Reception Dress?

Posted Monday, October 19, 2009 4:35 PM

Spotted this sparkly number at the Lela Rose show this weekend (in case we haven't talked about it enough already, it's Bridal Fashion Week ) -- a fun party dress -- perfect if you're looking to change into a second dress for the reception! Photo: CLARK+WALKER

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Behind-the-Scenes of The Knot LIVE - Check Out RentTheRunway.com!

Posted Monday, October 19, 2009 2:42 PM

I just spotted Carley in this gorgeous blue, beaded dress (she's preparing for the special Bridal Fashion Week edition of The Knot LIVE show) and here's an awesome bit of news: She got it at RentTheRunway.com -- an exclusive new website (it's invitation-only

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Posted by Knot Anja

Wedding Photography Idea - Day-After Photo Sessions

Posted Friday, October 16, 2009 7:41 PM

If the idea of running off with your photographer the day-of to shoot couple's shots (while your friends and family are over at the cocktail hour mixing and mingling), makes you feel a little left out, you might consider a day-after photo session. Okay,

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In the News: Interracial Couple Denied Marriage License in Louisiana

Posted Friday, October 16, 2009 10:23 AM

"Interracial Couple Denied Marriage License in Lousiana" -- this story (read it here ) hit the Associated Press this morning, and frankly, we're disgusted at such blatant bigotry. Two thumbs down. > Talk about it with other brides on the Planning &

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Posted by Knot Anja

Wedding Hair Accessory Idea - A Little Pink Bird

Posted Thursday, October 15, 2009 6:16 PM

While I do like the idea of a little dramatic makeup on the eyes or lips, and fun hair accessories like headbands and sparkly pins, I love everything this bride has going on here -- pretty, natural makeup; a simple neckline; a soft updo; and a little

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Wedding Monogram Idea - Use a Knot

Posted Wednesday, October 14, 2009 7:44 PM

Ampersand? Seen it. Plus sign? That too. A knotted shoelace in between the couple's initials? That's new to me. And it goes so well with their shoe theme -- check out the shoehorn favors! >See 235 more wedding monogram ideas. Photos: Joel Flory (http://www.joelflory.com

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Reception Idea for the Kids - Engagement Photo Coloring Books

Posted Tuesday, October 13, 2009 5:05 PM

This couple made coloring book pages out of their engagement photos for all their younger guests. I. Am. A. Fan. Photo: Mathew Morgan Photography ( Matthew-Morgan.blogspot.com ) > Get more wedding ideas for kids !

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Wedding Ceremony Ideas - DIY Altars

Posted Monday, October 12, 2009 10:23 PM

Making a big impact at your wedding ceremony doesn't have to break your budget. Jason and Julie of Omaha, NE, created an altar out of wooden frames and fabric (from IKEA!). --Kate Sypal >Get more ceremony decor ideas. Photo: Lindsay Trapnell ( http://www.lindsaytrapnell.com

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Flower Vase Alternative - Salt and Pepper Shakers!

Posted Thursday, October 08, 2009 6:12 PM

I'm nerding out over this salt and pepper shaker flower vase idea. So maybe it's too casual for your reception (unless of course you're going for the whole outdoorsy rustic-vintage reception vibe) -- but how cute would this be for a bridal shower or bridesmaid

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Wedding Cake Ideas - Macarons as Cake Decorations

Posted Wednesday, October 07, 2009 5:42 PM

It's two desserts in one: Colorful macarons (aka macaroons) on the outside and tasty cake on the inside. What guest could resist? >See more of our favorite wedding cake trends. Photo: Ira Lippke ( http://www.iralippke.com ) Cake: Payard ( http://www.payard.com

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The Office Wedding Giveaway - Win $979 to David's Bridal!

Posted Tuesday, October 06, 2009 6:51 PM

So Pam and Jim are finally making it happen. (It's a about time!) In anticipation and excitement for Thursday night's wedding episode of The Office, we're giving away $979 to David's Bridal. (That also happens to be the total cost of both her dress and

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Wedding Cupcake Idea - Add Paper Toppers

Posted Monday, October 05, 2009 6:55 PM

Cupcakes are cute, but to freshen up the dessert, just add toppers. The bride made these by cutting out bird shapes from pretty, patterned paper, attaching them to toothpicks, then sticking one in each cupcake. >See our top 90 favorite wedding cupcakes.

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Playful Engagement Photo Prop - Old Carnival Games!

Posted Friday, October 02, 2009 7:33 PM

Spotted this on Allyson Magda Photography's blog, this California couple's "Love Tester" engagement photo shot would make a cute save-the-date! Photo: Allyson Magda Photography ( Blog.AllysonMagda.com ) Speaking of engagement photos, we just launched

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Pretty Wedding Shoes That Give Back - Proceeds Benefit Brides Against Breast Cancer

Posted Thursday, October 01, 2009 6:37 PM

Bought your shoes yet? Bliss Bridal Shoes ( BlissBridalShoes.com )has a program going on this month to check out -- for every pair of wedding shoes sold in October, a percentage of the proceeds will benefit the Brides Against Breast Cancer Foundation

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