Inspiration Board #8: Carnival

This board was inspired by Victor Sizemore's photos of a Carnival Themed Wedding in Anaheim, CA. You really must check them out - the wedding was so incredibly unique and looked like everyone in attendance had a super fun time. I will admit this isn't for everyone...it would require a pretty adventurous couple to pull off. But if you're looking to create an event people will talk about for years and years, this may just be the wedding idea for you.

1. Photo by Vallentyne Photography
2. Carnival Poster via Chica and Jo
3. Cornish Cream Tent from the Arabian Tent Co.
4. Ice Cream Cone Basket via Wedding Trikes
5. Cupcake by bookgrl (Flickr)
6. Ring Toss game from Stitch of Gold
7. Carriage from One of a Kind Pony Party

Gifts for the Bride: Take 1 - Non-Traditional Bachelorette Party Gift

If you're my age (yes, I'll admit I'm 30), you've probably been to your share of bachelorette parties. And everyone knows the bride recieves plenty of lovely lingerie at these events. But if the bride is having a pretty large party (so you know she'll be getting plenty of lacey numbers), and you know she's visiting the beach on her honeymoon, it might be fun for a couple of friends to put together a beach-styled gift. You could throw together some items like a white bikini, flirty cover up, floppy hat, flip flops, trendy beach bag, and an elegant beach towel. In other words, you're helping her be a sexy, stylish bride outside of the bedroom too :)

From Top (L-R):

1. White Bikini from J Crew
2. Ruffle Cover Up Dress from Victoria's Secret
3. Velor Block Print Beach Towel from Lands End
4. Beach Hat from Luxury Divas
5. Retro in White Flip Flops from Havaianas USA
6. Lacoste Summer Terry Cloth Bag from Zappos