It's time for the another round-up of the Weekly Wedding Photo Challenge. This time, it's all about accenting your special day with Chandelier wedding decor.

When it comes to Chandeliers - there's something so beautiful about the ambiance they can create at wedding ceremonies and/or wedding receptions. Ballroom receptions or those under a tent or in a barn are all perfect locations for adding chandeliers. There's of course the chandeliers that are full of bling and sparkle and then there's the more modern style of chandeliers. These can look more like hanging lampshades or the hot new geometric trend of chandeliers. You might even spy the gorgeous chandeliers that are handmade with fresh greenery and even fruit. Which chandelier style is your favorite?

Enjoy the photo inspiration of all the chandeliers and be sure to follow along online as the Photo Challenge continues all year long - each and every week. Credits are below the montage.

Credits: {from top to bottom right - row by row}
crystal chandeliers at wedding ceremony photo by Rae Leytham Photography // geometric chandeliers // chandelier with hanging crystals // flowers on a crystal chandelier // fresh greenery chandelier with oranges // modern chandeliers

I'd love to hear which chandelier wedding decor style you are loving in the comments below. And, of course, I'd love to have you join me online for Creative Wedding Inspiration every day . . .

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You’re going to love the wedding trends I’m sharing today as I'm unveiling the best in creative weddings from 2016.

But, first - let me say a few things for those of you that are returning in the new year or who are coming here for the first time . . .

I want to take a moment to say Happy New Year to . . .
~ all the brides returning to my blog this year
~ all the newly engaged couples finding my site for the first time
~ all the creative wedding pros looking for the best way to market their business in this ever changing industry where social media continues to play a big part in being seen and found by brides

I’m a firm believer that 2017 is the year of Instagram. At the end of last year, so many new features were added that have made this social media platform the best it has ever been.

I am so excited for 2017 and to continue expanding on the amazing connections I’ve made thru Instagram. I can’t wait to grow and make more connections to keep building an amazing community of creative business owners and brides looking to plan their creative wedding.

Instagram is one of the most powerful social media platforms {along with Pinterest, but I’ll save that for another day}. Today, it’s all about Instagram - a terrific platform for growing your brand and reaching opportunities you never knew existed. I'm now ready to share my most liked Top Nine Instagram Posts from 2016 with you. I love how the posts that made the final cut match so well together and while I personally thought brighter colors would have been the winner - I can definitely see what my audience is loving the most with these choices. Are you ready for the results? . . .

What’s Hot from Creative Weddings in 2016 to give an insight into the trends for 2017

Natural Elements with Brown and Green

Maybe it was a sign that Pantone would choose Greenery for the color of the year?

Lace on wedding gowns + table linens

Glitzy rose gold topped wedding cake

Pretty Sparkling Bridal Headpieces ~ with an adorable dog as a model

Great Ring Shots

Speaking of Ring Shots . . . Did you know that Week 1 of the 52 Weeks of Wedding Photos Challenge for Wedding Pros is all about Ring Shots? 

Glitter on Wedding Shoes

Fun Wedding Drinks with fancy drink stirrers

And, of course, each post in the Top Nine features what I LOVE blogging about . . . fresh ideas for creative weddings - like the table number on a marble slab - isn’t this a great idea?

Now, it’s your turn. Please leave me a comment and let me know what element you love the best from my Top Nine most liked Instagram Posts from 2016? What are you excited to see more of in 2017?

When it comes to saying Cheers at your wedding, there’s so many amazing designs of personalized toasting glasses available. There’s styles just for the bride and groom or you can personalize an entire set of toasting flutes for the bridesmaids. You can even ask your girlfriends to be your bridesmaid with a toasting glass.

Today I have gathered a great collection of handmade wedding toasting glasses for you to choose your favorite{s} from - each one customized for you from etsy artists. Which one{s} will you be toasting with at your engagement party or wedding reception?

PS: If you spend $50 or more on your first-ever purchase at etsy, you will receive $10 towards your next purchase. But, hurry as this offer ends December 12th, 2016.

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1. These Bridesmaid Proposal Champagne Flutes can be personalized with your choice of names, titles and date - from Flowertown Weddings

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2. Stemless Wine Glasses for Bridesmaids : A perfect choice for your wine enthusiast bridesmaids, mothers, grandmothers, or even as wedding favors.

3. Personalized Wine Glass : Surprise your bridesmaids with a truly unique hand painted wine glass. Flower bouquets, names and dates, titles or other personalized sayings. Can be added at no additional cost.

4. Etched Bridesmaid Wine Glass : Laser etched glassware starting at $10

5. Personalized Beer Mugs for the Wedding Party

6. Personalized Eat Drink and Be Married Wine Glass : Beautiful stemless wine glasses that you can customize to your liking. Makes an elegant addition to your wedding day.

7. Bride and Groom Wedding Glasses : These customized Bride and Groom Wedding glasses would be adorable at the couple's table for the reception.

8. Hand-painted Lace Wedding Flutes : These wedding flutes are hand painted with acrylic paint and decorated with white lace, black bow with rhinestones

9. Personalized Bridesmaid Wine Glasses : Laser etched wine glasses with a pretty feather motif

10. Rose Gold Dipped Stemless Champagne Flutes : Pretty glass flutes with a rose gold dipped bottom

11. Hand-Painted Wedding Toasting Flutes : Made to resemble the bride and groom

12. Rustic Chic Champagne Flutes : Toasting glasses with handmade flowers and bead accents.

13. Mr and Mrs Toasting Glasses : These glasses are the perfect wedding gift for the bride and groom.

14. Customized Champagne Flutes : These personalized champagne glasses are a perfect choice for mimosas at a bridal shower or for a wedding toast.

15. Bride and Groom Toasting Glasses with Wedding Date : Choose from curvy pilsners, classic pints, stylish round whiskey or wine glasses that are personalized for your wedding day.

When it comes to your wedding day, it's fun to spread cake {or edible goodness} into every moment of your wedding day. I'm thrilled to share these Wedding Cake Ideas from the blog's Pro Team Member Davina of Hallmark Events and Wedding Styling in London with you.

Here's some Unique Ideas to Spread Wedding Cake {or edible} Sweetness Into Your Wedding Day in a Way Your Guests Will Be Sure to Love

Suspended or Uniquely Stacked Wedding Cake

There's stacked wedding cakes and then there's STACKED wedding cakes in unique shapes. Like this stunning one from Elizabeths Cake Emporium in London. Isn't this fantastic with the hand-painted flowers?

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Personalized Cupcake Toppers

How fun is this idea? Present your guests their very own wedding dessert with a cupcake topped with a glittery name.

Cupcake Favor Boxes

Your guests will love being sent home with a sweet reminder of your wedding to enjoy either later or the next day {maybe for breakfast?}. These great cupcake favor boxes are the perfect choice to hold your wedding cupcakes in. You can choose from a rustic design, clear box style or a silver elegant box design. Which one will you choose?

Individual Wedding Cakes for each Table {or guest}

Why not surprise each guest with their very own mini cake at their place setting? You could even have one mini wedding cake as the table centerpiece that is just the right size to feed all at the table. And, think outside the box and go for something not expected. Maybe something with chocolate, frosting and fresh berries . . . like these Mini Double Chocolate Berry Cakes from The Kitchen McCabe

I'd love to know which of the above is your favorite wedding cake or cupcake idea? Please let me know in the comments.

The other day I was thinking of something fun and new I could share with you to make your wedding planning a bit more fun. And, what better way than to share some pretty wedding treasures with you. I love finding unique wedding ideas that I can share to provide inspiration as you get ready for any of the upcoming events you'll have before saying I Do and for the Big Day.

I'd love to hear which ideas you're loving by leaving me a comment or simply liking the post if you're pressed for time. See complete details on each item below. Please note: this post contains affiliate links.

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The Ultimate Wedding + Honeymoon Planner Bundle for $23.09 {digital} is the ultimate wedding planner bundle that is designed to help you track and plan the most magical time of your life. This bundle includes 3 of the most essential planners and journals that a bride-to-be would possibly need . . . Ultimate Wedding Planner, Ultimate Maid of Honor Planner and Ultimate Honeymoon Planner. There's a total of 84 pages and by grabbing these planners bundled together, you save 25%.

This large Paper Flower Wall backdrop from Paper Flora {$460+} is perfect for weddings and events. This large groups of paper flowers includes 16 flowers in 4 different sizes in shades of pink and ivory. They will cover an approximate area of 3 feet by 4 feet and make any space look like a showcase. They're perfect for use a photo booth backdrop or behind the dessert table.

The White Ceramic Pumpkin Baker Set {on sale for $14.96} not only makes for a great bridal shower decoration, but the set is a great gift for the newlyweds.

The Honeymoon Vibes Tshirt {$28} makes a perfect gift for the bride-to-be or to simply buy for yourself and pack into your suitcase.

These Nolia Studs {$38} are from the family-run jewelry label Sorrelli designs. Celebrate your event with gorgeous statement pieces illuminated with sparkling Swarovski crystals.

This Kraft Wedding Guest Book {$45} from Paper Peach Shop is the perfect touch for Rustic Chic Weddings. Each book features 100 blank pages and comes complete with a white grosgrain ribbon attached at the top of the spine.