One of the most popular and classic bridal hairstyles has always been the chignon. This elegant hairstyle can be loose or sleek giving it either a traditional look or more romantic and soft style, fitting for any kind of wedding. Try the look for yourself  by gathering your hair in a low pony to one side or at the nape of the neck and pinning up the ends. You can wrap the ends around for a more traditional looking bun, or pull them out in every direction to achieve a more romantic look. The best part is that it looks great with curly hair,  straight hair, or with twists and braids for a more Greek goddess style. The style works with particularly well with birdcage veils and fascinators. We would love it if our hair looked this elegant every day!

chignons make for an elegant and graceful bridal hairstyle Via: 1. pauljohnsonphoto.com / 2. sarahvaughanphotography.blogspot.com /3. youaremyfave.com / 5. lesapea.tumblr.com / 4. & 6. stylemepretty.com

Bridal chignons with hair accessories

Via: 1. leopatronephotography.blogspot.com / 2. jenhuangphotography.com / 3. & 8. SMP/ 4. Jose Villa / 5. creativeinspiration.tumblr.com / 6. oncewed.com / 7. jacquelynnphoto.com

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So fall is officially here and it’s time to wipe off summer’s bronzer and coral lip gloss and embrace some serious makeup starting with hot red lips. Think you can’t pull off a look as bold as red lips? Take a look at our gorgeous models and you’ll see that there’s a shade of red that will work for everyone. We think the secret lies in lots of eyeliner and an air of confidence. Easy enough, right? Give it a try!

IMAGES: Left Column: 1. stefansistersbridal.tumblr.com / 2. thebeautydepartment.com / 3. theprettyblog.com / 4. weddingchicks.com / Right Column: 1. stylemepretty.com / 2. onewed.com / 3. prettychicblog.dk

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There is nothing more appropriate for a fall wedding than a honey wedding favor – don’t you think? With so many different ways to package honey (jars, bottles, tiny bears) and ways to decorate those jars (burlap and twine, scraps of vintage fabric, ribbon, wrapping paper), honey isn’t just the sweetest favor around, it can also be the cutest!

Board 1: Caroline Tran Photography via Style Me Pretty

Board 2: Column 1: Style Me Pretty / Bing / The Knot / Flickr / Column 2: Green Wedding Shoes / pictage.com / Rustic Wedding Chic

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We’re excited to start the week with lots of fantastic inspirations from BHLDN: six amazing tables designed by their super talented stylists. From paper fans and paper cakes to tiny terrariums and glittery birds, there’s sure to be something here to inspire you. As if we needed another reason to love BHLDN!

Theme #1: SLATE GARDEN
{turquoise + dandelion-hued glass, mixed woods, cool slate}
turquoise and dandelion-hued glass, mixed woods, and cool slateturquoise and dandelion-hued glass, mixed woods, and cool slate
Theme #2: GRAPHIC
{dots with stripes + micro prints; color blocking courtesy of patterned tapes}
dots with stripes and micro prints; color blocking courtesy of patterned tapesdots with stripes and micro prints; color blocking courtesy of patterned tapes
Theme #3: OISEAU
{classic elements lend a touch of formality, while birds flit about French blues + creams}
classic elements lend a touch of formality, while birds flit about French blues and creamsclassic elements lend a touch of formality, while birds flit about French blues and creams
Theme #4: MAD HATTER
{florals meet prints, candy colors, vintage tea cups + mismatching pedestals}
florals meet prints, candy colors, vintage tea cups and mismatching pedestalsflorals meet prints, candy colors, vintage tea cups and mismatching pedestals
Theme #5: THE NATURALIST
{terrariums overgrown with moss and greenery; crackled textures + Victorian ephemera}
terrariums overgrown with moss and greenery; crackled textures and Victorian ephemeraterrariums overgrown with moss and greenery; crackled textures and Victorian ephemera
Theme #6: PAPER MOON
{silver glitter, amber tones, and mercury glass glow softly; prose + music notes add texture}
silver glitter, amber tones, and mercury glass glow softly; prose and music notes add texturesilver glitter, amber tones, and mercury glass glow softly; prose and music notes add texture

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Today we’ll show you how to make a mirrored vase that you can use on your reception tables to make a big impact.  This is a very easy project: just five square mirror tiles, a hot glue gun, and a little bit of patience while you wait for the glue to dry!

Instructions: Take the square mirror tiles and gently scrape off any stickers. Clean with windex or something similar. Turn the bottom tile upside down and holding another tile at 90 degrees, carefully hot glue along the edge and press the tiles together. Move onto the next side and glue the bottom and side edges. You might have to hold the tiles together for a couple of minutes so the glue can start to dry. When the fifth tile is in place, allow to dry for a couple of hours before using it. Remember that it will not be water tight so you will want to place a small plant pot or glass inside for fresh flower arrangements.

And voila! A stylish and elegant vase ready for use!

Sources: designspongeonline.com and theartofdoingstuff.com

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