Ann Taylor is having a great mark down.  There are some really good deals on bridesmaid dresses.

All the dresses below (and more) are only $59.88!!

Silk Crinkle Strapless Dress  (also available in espresso and rosette)

Shawl Collar dress by Unger

Black Satin Dress by ABS

Mariah Charmeuse Halter Dress

Credit – Ann taylor

For your outdoor summar or fall wedding, try adding these baskets brimming with fruit, they will imbue a reception with rustic charm. Martha  filled Nantucket baskets in various sizes with warm-toned fruits: pears, apricots, and two kinds of apples. She also added small baskets laden with arranged blond cherries  at place settings for guests to take home; Replace them with any fruits in season or your favorite color or fruits.  Tie them with tiny bows to match your wedding color.

Credit – Martha Stewert Weddings

My friend Bev and Matt are recently engaged.  (Congrats Bev & Matt!) While we talk about her wedding planning last weekend, I was inspired by her to write about DIY centerpiece ideas.   When I got married I save a lot of money by making my own floral centerpieces, you can see them here.   Below are some other ideas that I loved, easy to make, and easy for the wallet.

Candles with Plumeria- The bride bought different height of vases from IKEA and she ordered her votive and candles (with 7.5 hrs  burn life) online.  She also ordered her plumeria online through Mokokai Plumerias.  Cost per centerpiece was under $40.

Tall Vase with flowers – Start with tall cylindrical vases filled with water, add flowers, and floating candles. SIMPLE!!

Colorful Fruits – How about add some colors to your tables by displaying a vase full of colorful fruits.

You can find affordable vases at SaveOnCraft.  For flowers, try your local costco or wholesale florist.

Credits- pic 1-2 weddingbee, pic 3-6 the Knot

What can be more romantic than candle lights at the reception.  We found these absolutely beautiful votive candle wrappers that are so affordable at Damask Diva.  They can add so much more to your reception than just regular votive candles.  There are multiple different patterns and colors to choose from and they are priced from $6.50-$8.50 for a set of 15 wrappers.

Credit – DamaskDiva on Etsy