More Topiary--This Time For A Beach Wedding

Seashell Topiary from RSH Catalog

Planning a beach wedding close to the holidays? These seashell topiary are the perfect choice. Whether you purchase them pre-made from RSH Catalog or make your own, these eye-catching centerpieces are perfect for using on every table or for your gift table and your place card table.

Unusual Vases

Photo from Elegant Bride 2009

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Don't you love these crystal vases? Add some simple white flowers and they make the perfect centerpiece. Floral designers agree that a great vase adds a luxe look to your flowers. So look at these crystal vases...gorgeous!

But look again--they aren't lead crystal, they're ice crystals! All these displays are carved from ice giving your tables a dramatic look without the investment in lead crystal. No Waterford or Orrefors here. Just their ice counterparts.  They evolve as your wedding reception does, changing ever so slightly as they melt. Consider finding a good ice carver who can bring your wedding from the great to the incredible!

The ice designs shown here are from Okamoto Studios. These are not inexpensive, so you may want to consider using just one on the bridal party's table. Go with regular crystal on the guest tables. Or if you want to splurge  (or are having a small wedding) go for the ice art!

Everything Peacock For Weddings

Peacock Feather Bouquets from Etsy.com

These bridesmaid bouquets made from peacock feathers are a perfect example of Ashley Lasiter's art. These feather bouquets won't wilt on a hot day. They are bright and bold and make their own statement. Ashley will wrap the handles in any color you like.

At just $20 each these bouquets are inexpensive and eye-catching all in one!

Bridesmaid bouquets made from peacock feathers from Etsy.com

Etsy artisan, Ashley Lasiter if from San Antonio Texas and designs for Oh So Sassy Boutique. She loves all things peacock! Perfect for the bride who knows what she wants, and it isn't what everyone else has!

Bridal Bouquet from Oh So Sassy Boutique by Ashley Lasiter

And the bride carried peacock feathers as well! Ashley didn't forget the bride. See her bridal bouquet, made with crystals and feathers, perfect peacock accents!

The wedding party all carrying bouquets by Ashley Lasiter from Etsy.com

So you whole bridal party can carry peacock bouquets. There are also boutonierres for the men and corsages for the mother of the bride and groom. 

Kissing Balls from Ashley Lasiter

Looking for a way to integrate peacock feathers into your outdoor ceremony? Try these kissing balls crafted by Ashley as well that are hung from shepherd's crooks. They designate the aisle and rows of chairs as well as adding a splash of color to your outdoor ceremony venue. They take those ho-hum folding chairs to the next level!

Also if you are having a flower girl consider having Ashley craft her a small kissing ball covered with peacock feathers to carry down the aisle instead of strewing petals. She'll love having something she can keep forever once the wedding is over.

Ashley has other peacock options as well, so visit her Etsy store and browse all day.  You don't want to overdo the peacock feathers, so choose with care!

See peacock inspiration boards on my post here and peacock feather wreath.

Trailing Wrist Corsage For Bridesmaids

Orchid Pink Wrist Corsage by Flower Girl Florist

Flower Girl Florist - the place to go for unique floral displays and body art. This wrist corsage with trailing orchids is stunning. No ordinary bouquet for this bridesmaid (or mother of the bride.) The addition of a butterfly and some leaves add to the display. Let me know what your favorite design from Flower Girl Florist is, see mine on WDW(Wedding Day Weekly) Blogging for Brides.

Flower Girl Inspiration Board

 

Source: shopruche.com via Kristi on Pinterest

An inspiration board of things for your flower girl to carry down the aisle! Individual photos from Style Me Pretty.

Whether she is strewing rose petals or other flower petals, having a great basket or carrier is key.

The hard thing with this group of photos? Choosing just one! Can you do it? What's your favorite? I'm still 'on the fence.'