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Wednesday Wedding Accessory : Starfish and Butterfly Hair Twist-Ins

Looking for a little bit of sparkle for your hairstyle this summer? You will love these jeweled hair accessories from With This Bling.

​starfish and butterfly wedding hair twist ins from With This Bling
These gorgeous Crystal Starfish Bridal Hair Twist In's are encrusted with 16 genuine crystals on each piece. They're the perfect accessory for adding sparkle to any hairstyle.

These Crystal Butterfly Hair Twist In's will add sparkle and glamour to any up-do or hair style. Simply twist and spin the crystal accents into your hair and you'll have the perfect finishing touch with added sparkle. These dazzling little butterflies are perfect for the bride and bridesmaids.

Both designs come as a set of 24 so you will have plenty, maybe even some to share :)
What's New : Floral & Themed Wedding Collections from Daisy Days

Daisy Days has beautiful new wedding collections that you will fall in love with. No matter your style, you will be sure to find the perfect match for your wedding day.

Floral Collections:

For the timeless bride, there is the Vintage Lace Wedding Collection which features a guest book, pen, ring pillow and garters. This collection is reminiscent of 1920's Hollywood glamour and features lace with floral accents, bows and beading.

My personal favorite is the Floral Fantasy Eggplant Wedding Collection which happens to be my favorite color. And, I just love this particular shade of purple. This collection includes a Ring Pillow, Flower Basket, Guest Book, Pen Set, Unity Pillar Candle, Plain Taper Candles, and Keepsake & Toss Garter Set. The style is created with a matte satin eggplant featuring a layered floral embellishment and a black French netting with a clear gem in the center. This collection is also available in black.

The Taupe Rose Wedding Collection is super romantic and features a Ring Pillow, Flower Basket, Guest Book and Pen Set in taupe satin with a darker taupe sash. In the center there is a light taupe rose that has a rhinestone and pearl decoration.

If you love roses {which symbolize love and romance} then the Swirl Rose Collection is for you. This collection features a Ring Pillow, Flower Basket, Guest Book and Pen Set.

Themed Collections:

The Destination Romance Starfish Wedding Collection is perfect for any beach or destination wedding. Features include ivory matte satin, French netting overlay, pearl accents and starfish embellishments with rhinestone accents. The collection includes a Ring Pillow, Flower Basket, Guest Book, Pen Set, Unity Pillar Candle, Plain Ivory Taper Candles, and a Keepsake & Toss Garter Set.

The elegant Love Bird Wedding Collection features lovebirds that are embroidered on each piece with the branch and leaf detailing in hints of blue. The collection includes a ring pillow, flower basket, guest book, pen set and a keepsake & toss garter set.

The Peacock Wedding Collection is created with a hand-crafted satin featuring peacock feathers and Austrian crystal embellishments. The satin pieces are available in white, black or ivory. The collection includes many pieces including a Ring Pillow, Flower Basket, Guest Book, Pen Set, Pillar Unity Candle, Plain Taper Candles, and a Keepsake Garter & Toss Garter Set.

If you're looking to add a touch of drama to your event, the Black and White Damask Collection is ideal. It features a floral design that twists into little hearts with two Love Birds that are perfectly intertwined into the pattern. This collection features a Ring Pillow, Flower Basket, Guest Book and a Pen Set.

Top 5 Beach Wedding Cake Ideas

Are you looking for beach-theme wedding cake ideas? Well, I have a fabulous line-up just for you from Susanna of Kiss Weddings. And, the timing of this post is just perfect since I've just returned from our yearly vacation to the beach and my mind is still on the wonderful sounds of the ocean waves and walking barefoot in the sand :)

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When planning a beach themed wedding your options for cakes, beach wedding colors, decor, and themes are truly endless. Whether you prefer contemporary, traditional, or even whimsical – the most important thing is that you pick a look that you love - and then you make it your own.

1. The Simple Look Cakes

Trying to keep it super simple so that you can save? If so, simple sugar toppings or a simple (but unique) wedding cake topper on a homemade cake will do the trick.

The first is a simple homemade cake. But it looks so pretty and whimsical. We love it! The ocean makes the PERFECT backdrop for this fun little ensemble – don’t you think? The second beach wedding cake just uses a few delicate flowers creating a simple and sweet look.

2. The Seashell and Starfish Cakes

Everyone loves starfish! With this super cute starfish wedding cake topper you can’t go wrong. Another element that we just love about this cake – if you look closely at the bottom you will see there is faux sand and the bride and groom’s names are written in it. How cute is that?

In the second starfish cake you see how you can implement any flower you love into your beach theme and it still works! With the white on white look of the cake and the starfish it creates a very elegant look as well.

3. Tropical Flowers

There are so many beautiful tropical wedding flowers available that you may be tempted to go with these as your flower selection even if you aren’t planning a beach wedding. And this cake below featuring these beautiful green tropical flowers is to die for. Love it!

If you are considering a tropical wedding cake and are looking for a tropical wedding cake topper you CANNOT go wrong with using fresh flowers. 

4. Cupcakes

Who doesn’t love cupcakes? Since beach weddings are usually more casual they make the perfect fit with one another. Just imagine your guest sitting beach-side nibbling on one of these adorable and yummy creations. Does it really get any better than that?

5. The "Muskoka" or Adirondack Chair

Don’t feel like you have to go with the traditional bride and groom "mini-me’s" when deciding on the topper and design of your cake? Think outside the box and find other elements that represent your theme - like these super cool Muskoka Chairs. Here in Canada nothing says lazy summer days like these chairs. Add in a few seashells and it’s automatically a little more tropical.

Just because you are having a beach themed wedding does not mean you can’t have a sensational cake that still fits within your theme. Whether you desire something fresh and fun or something all-together fancy – if you love it, go with it!