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Add some Sparkle with a Brooch + 10% off at With This Bling
Bridal Brooches - add sparkle to your wedding wardrobe or your wedding bouquet
Brooches are a great way to add some bling to your attire especially for a wedding. Brooches are a perfect addition to a sweater, jacket or shawl that you wearing with your dress or perhaps attach one to your purse for an ultra glam look. If you're the bride-to-be, consider adding a brooch to your bouquet or how about to each of your bridesmaids bouquets? The brooches can serve as gifts for your bridesmaids that they will wear after the wedding and remember your special day.
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Brooches come in a variety of sizes, styles and colors. Some of the more popular designs are the traditional floral and pearl brooches while ones trending now for summer weddings are starfish and other beach themed brooches.

Do you have a unique way to use a brooch for a wedding or other special event? Share your ideas here in the comments or on With this Bling's Facebook Page.

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Custom Wedding Jewelry with pearls, brooches and rhinestones from T's Studio Jewelry . . . unique designs for you

Get ready to be wowed today with the gorgeous custom wedding jewelry created by Teresa of T's Studio Jewelry. Teresa loves to design the perfect piece for your special day and has many pre-designed creations available in her shop. She can even create custom designs for you. Along with earrings, bracelets and necklaces, you can even find hair bling, cufflinks and watches at T's Studio Jewelry. Below is a sampling of Teresa's bridal jewelry and her colored jewels which are a perfect choice for your bridesmaids. My personal favorite {especially for the holidays} is the red pearl necklace . . . what a statement piece. I love how Teresa combines beautiful pearls with brooches and rhinestones to create a truly unique design.

Bridal Pearls - bracelets and chandelier earrings from T's Studio Jewelry
Holiday Jewelry : Red Rhinestone Earrings and Colored Pearl Statement Necklace from T's Studio Jewelry
Pearl and Blue Crystal Stud Cluster Earrings from T's Studio Jewelry
Colored Pearls and Crystal Stud Earrings from T's Studio Jewelry

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Bridal Sashes and Bridal Belts from With This Bling

One of my favorite accents on a wedding dress is when a bride incorporates Bridal Sashes & Bridal Belts. They can turn a very pretty simple dress into a WOW wedding gown by adding a touch of style and glamour. They also help you achieve the look of a designer wedding dress but at a budget-friendly price. At With This Bling you will be able to find the most gorgeous Floral Bridal Belts and even Bridal Belts with Crystal Brooches. Another bonus with bridal belts is their ability to accentuate the waistline which creates a glamourous look and sleek figure.

With the Floral Bridal Belts you can opt for one that blends in a bit more with your dress for a subtle accent in either white or ivory, or you can go for a floral belt that adds a pop of color to your dress.

Bridal Belt with Fuchsia Peony Flower Clip, Floral Cluster Applique Wedding Sash Bridal Belt, Flower Accented Wedding Sash Bridal Belt, Bridal Belt with Black Floral Feather Fascinator & Crystals

The Bridal Belts with Crystal Brooches add just the perfect amount of bling for the extra dazzle to your wedding gown.

Bridal Belt Sash with Silver & Pearl Snowflake Brooch, Bridal Belt with Rhinestone Fleur de Lis Brooch, Bridal Belt with Vintage Crystal Floral Brooch, Bridal Belt with Antique Silver, Pearl & Crystal Brooch

13 Weddings Trends and Ideas I Love

With today being Friday the 13th I thought it would be fun to do something that I've actually never ever done on my blog before. I am going to share with you my favorite wedding trends and ideas that I'm currently loving - 13 of them. Are any of these your favorite? Would you add any to the list?

1. Ombré Ruffle Cakes {this actually combines 2 of my loves - ombré and ruffles in one delectable treat}
from Cakes Decor - design by Fondant Flinger

2. Tea Cup Vases {so dainty and so romantic, plus I do love mini centerpieces}
from My Vintage Party

3. Mini Food {any food on a small scale is just so eye catching, especially sliders}
from Jessica Monnich Photography

4. Hankie Garlands {maybe they're finds from a flea market or from your family's collection, but this is a great way to bring a fun splash of color to your event}
from 100 Layer Cake

5. Confetti {I love it in any form - whether on food or used in decor}
from Sweetapolita

6. Sparkly Glittered Shoes {add a bit of bling under your dress}
from Kristen Weaver Photography

7. Mini Bundt Cakes {mini treats for dessert instead of a large cake - such a fun idea}
from Always with Butter

8. Invitations with Hand-Drawn Illustrations {Invitations with a personal touch from the artist mean so for both the couple and the guests receiving them. This one happens to be the latest addition to my etsy shop}
from Wedding Girl

9. Signature Drink {can be either a cocktail or mock-tail}
from Valley and Co Lifestyle

10. Chalkboard Menus {such a great idea and then you have a great decor piece for your new home}
from Studio Julie Photography

11. Purple Weddings {still in love with any purple wedding I see}
from The Brides Cafe

12. Edible Favors {guests love going home with sweet treats, my current love is mini pies}
from Marisa Chee Photography

13. Brooches on Dress Sashes {I love dress sashes and when you add a bit of bling, the wow factor goes way up}
from Wed Plan