August 2010 - Posts
Posted Tuesday, August 31, 2010 7:21 PM
Cute, right? Photo: Kella MacPhee ( KellaMacPhee.com )
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Knot Anja
Filed under: Reception Ideas
Posted Tuesday, August 31, 2010 12:21 AM
A new take on the mix 'n match -- keep the chairs uniform, but switch up the colors. Most definitely a fun and novel way to add a little retro and color to your reception scene! > Check out 2600+ more clever reception ideas Photo: Kampphotography (
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Posted Saturday, August 28, 2010 2:54 PM
Sunglasses extreme! Diana and Noah were clever to personalize their wedding date on some shades. They also double as a great photo prop... and for dance parties to "I Wear My Sunglasses at Night!" > See 1000+ more favor ideas Photo: Marie Labbancz
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Knot Rebecca
Filed under: Favors
Posted Thursday, August 26, 2010 6:55 PM
Yum. Just, just yum. This incredible creation was made by Austin Cake Ball for a party The Knot threw for all the top wedding vendors in Austin, Texas. > See all wedding cake photos !
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Posted Thursday, August 26, 2010 12:49 AM
Make your guests fall in love with the classics again when you give a deck of cards for favors! I love the color-coordinated ribbons tying them up, definitely a fun and useful (not to mention fat-free!) favor. Gin-Rummy anyone? > See 1000+ more genius
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Knot Rebecca
Filed under: Favors
Posted Tuesday, August 24, 2010 7:01 PM
While the maid of honor's face in this photo is truly genius, it's the wedding sign that this couple had made for their outdoor ceremony that I find totally memorable and steal-worthy. Photo: Jonas Peterson Photography ( JonasPeterson.com ) > See all
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Knot Anja
Filed under: Ceremony Ideas
Posted Tuesday, August 24, 2010 12:25 AM
Simple, stark, beautiful. Let the environment do the talking for your engagement session! Of course, there's a gigantic prop that's very important for a shoot like this. So if you want to go retro all the way, set your splurge on the wheels! Beautiful
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Posted Friday, August 20, 2010 4:34 PM
I’ve seen couples who get tattoos of wedding rings for their big day, but I love how personal this monogram tat is. (A is for Amanda, the lovely bride!) Certainly seems like a classier way to say "Jeremy + Amanda 4 EVA," doesn’t it? Photo: Marisela Varga
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Posted Thursday, August 19, 2010 6:01 PM
We’re all a bunch of wedding nerds here at The Knot, but even I flipped when I saw this adorable engagement shoot: They met at math camp, and then they fell in love. How perfect is that? I give it an A+ (eh? Get it?). The best part is that the idea is
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Posted Tuesday, August 17, 2010 8:06 PM
Just a warning: After watching this, you'll wonder why you ever had doubts about hiring a videographer. Watch the video ! > 7 creative videography ideas
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Posted by
Knot Anja
Filed under: Photo + Video
Posted Monday, August 16, 2010 5:59 PM
Instead of the typical escort card, this couple gave out home-made fabric hair pins and bow ties to all their guests. This idea screams photo-op if you ask me! > See all escort cards Photo: Aaron Shintaku ( AaronShintaku.com )
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Posted Friday, August 13, 2010 5:05 PM
One of our favorite editors, who used to work on TheNest.com , Hallie Goodman, sent us this idea... From Hallie: "I went to the coolest wedding celebration ever. My friends, Matt and Tiffany threw what they called a cake cutting party . The duo had been
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Posted Thursday, August 12, 2010 7:43 PM
We read a lot of creative proposal stories but this one has a nice visual aid, which puts toward the top of my favorite proposals! Click on the image above or watch this wedding proposal video here ! > Find the best videographers in your area
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Posted by
Knot Anja
Filed under: Photo + Video
Posted Thursday, August 12, 2010 12:13 AM
Over the blue garter belt idea? Wear that something blue with pride (don't hide!). > Check out five more new "Something Blue" ideas Photo: Jennifer Skog Photography ( JenniferSkog.com ) PS: If you're into boudoir photography, be sure to check out Jen's
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Posted Tuesday, August 10, 2010 11:12 PM
Let's pretend for a second that we're not going to discuss how cute a Vespa exit is (let alone a PINK Vespa!), but the custom silhouette sign here is just beyond adorable. My precious! > Check out 100+ more clever transportation exit ideas Photo: Azelle
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Posted Monday, August 09, 2010 7:26 PM
I've heard of french fry bars, mashed potato bars, and even chip bars, but this is a new one to me! Photo: Arrowood Photography ( ArrowoodPhotography.com )
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Posted by
Knot Anja
Filed under: Reception Ideas
Posted Friday, August 06, 2010 4:44 PM
Today's a special day at The Knot... the company picnic! So, in the spirit of the fun we'll have this afternoon, I want to call out my favorite trend in weddings right now... field games! So if you're planning an outdoor wedding this month, go ahead and
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Posted Friday, August 06, 2010 12:35 AM
Check out what this bride did! She hit up a local craft store and bought wooden hearts, colored them with a wooden dye pen, and glued a fastener to the back. Easy breazy for an adorable DIY boutonniere! (Plus, I spy with my little eye something blue for
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Posted by
Knot Rebecca
Filed under: DIY Ideas
Posted Tuesday, August 03, 2010 6:23 PM
I'm OB-sessed with this little beauty made by Sweet and Saucy bake shop in Long Beach, CA. So sweet, simple, and timeless. > See all white wedding cakes Photo: Sweet and Saucy ( MySweetSaucy.com )
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Posted Monday, August 02, 2010 11:22 PM
Long benches make for clever ceremony seating (love!). But then dress your seats with a pretty lace runner and you're all set for an elegant rustic chic setting! > Get 1000+ more ceremony decor ideas Photo: Bonnie Berry Photography ( BonnieBerryPhotography.com
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