2013 is a great year for weddings with tons of unique wedding theme ideas being introduced that follow a more vintage feel, as well as very unique and exciting color schemes. When you are looking on the runways at the moment, the latest trends are lots of lace, flowing dresses that are slightly loose, and low backs with illusion necklines. These are what you should be looking for, but how do you translate this into your wedding theme? Well, here are some great ideas that you can take some inspiration from.

Mint green is the latest color trend in weddings at the moment, with bride's maid's dresses being made of chiffon and other soft, flowing fabrics. Cakes are being made mint green and lots of other retro elements, which add a very 1930's feel to the entire wedding. For a more contemporary feel, bride's are even choosing to go for a pale mint green dress, or just a mint green sash. With mint, you can go for the more modern looking designed which can be fitted and have larger skirts, or you can stick to a plain, simple, slim cut dress.

This is one of the top wedding theme ideas that everyone is going for nowadays, with gold or orange hues being used as accent colors. Often the mint green dresses look amazing with peach colored flowers. What's great about this color is that it is soft and romantic, yet also masculine enough for the groom and groomsmen to wear. Grey suits are often paired with a mint green shirt or white shirt with mint green tie.

Vintage is definitely in at the moment in terms of wedding theme ideas, with exquisite wedding gown designs epitomizing the era of the 30's and 40's, with hints of the 20's as well. This is all thanks to new movies like The Great Gatsby and other trends. Vintage means lots of lace and beadwork, straight flowing dresses with billowing lace or chiffon sleeves, low waist lines, and plenty of fringes. The runways at the moment are showing very intricate designs, with elegant lines and pretty cuts. Some offer some interesting additions such as sheer neck and shoulder coverings, sheer and lace backs, and lace capped sleeves.

For wedding theme ideas, going for a relaxed country garden weddings lends itself perfectly to a vintage dress and vintage styling. You could even go for a full on 30's theme where the guests can also dress up. Vintage can also work in a hotel that is designed in the style of that era. Accessories for vintage weddings will include the long, traditional veils, and well as cloche veils, which are very Great Gatsby-esque. Beaded headbands, and lace with netting worn over the face are also popular and can add a hint of glamorous drama.

Another interesting wedding theme for this year is that of rainbow colors. Gone are the days of picking a single wedding theme color or perhaps 2. Nowadays brides are opting for every color under the sun. Traditionally bride's maids all wore the same color or perhaps alternating colors, but in 2013 it is perfectly en vogue for the bride to stand out in a white, sleek, modern satin gown, and each bride's maid to wear a different color dress, sticking to bold colors of the rainbow. This makes the theme slightly easier to assemble as you don't have to be overly concerned with matching everything perfectly. You can choose a combination of any flowers you love, decorate with anything you like.


So, there you have it! Three brilliant wedding theme ideas that will give you great décor and wedding dress ideas!

If you've dreamed of walking down the aisle in one of your favorite couture wedding dresses, it's worth seriously considering turning your dream into a reality. After all, you probably don't plan to walk down the aisle again, so it may be worth splurging on a gown that makes you feel like a princess!

Quality
When you purchase a couture dress, you can expect it to be crafted out of high quality materials including the finest lace, silk and beads. While you may be able to find a similar looking dress that is cheaper, the craftsmanship won't be the same. Remember, there's no point ordering a dress with exquisite lace detailing if the lace is cheap and tacky.

VIP experience
When you shop for couture dress you'll feel like a VIP as the staff will do everything they can to make your fitting special. Not only do shops and boutiques who sell couture wedding dresses offer larger more comfortable dressing rooms but they often treat customers to free glasses of champagne and finger food.

No regret
If you splurge on your dream dress you'll have no regrets. After all, there is nothing worse than looking back at photos from your wedding and wishing that you'd spent a little more to walk down the aisle in your dream dress.

Can be kept as a family heirloom
If you purchase a couture dress it will still be in perfect condition in twenty or thirty years' time. A couture dress would also make the perfect family heirloom and would be a lovely gift to pass on to a daughter, niece or god daughter one day.

Unique styles
If you splurge on a couture dress you'll be able to wear a design that's both timeless and fresh. After all, you don't want to walk down the aisle in a cheaper dress, that you're not in love with and that every girl in town will be wearing on their wedding day.

The Price
There's no doubt that couture wedding dresses are significantly more expensive than regular wedding dresses. However, if you can only afford to splash out on a couture garment once, it's sensible to splash out on your wedding dress as your wedding will be one of the most important days of your life.

Timeframe
Depending on the brand or model of dress you're interested in you may need to book your fitting well in advance, in case your dress takes a few weeks or months to be shipped to you. While you can buy cheaper bridal dresses off the rack, couture dresses are normally only available in a limited number and need to be ordered well in advance.

So if you've got your heart set on a Romona Keveza gown or a Vera Wang gown, don't let others put you off or tell you that it's too expensive. A couture dress is worth every penny! After all, your wedding is your special day and you deserve to walk down in the aisle in the dress of your dreams. So what are you waiting for? The sooner you book a fitting the sooner you'll be able to try on as many couture wedding dresses as you'd like! Start your search here...

Oftentimes brides have imagined the perfect theme for their wedding!  One that fits the personality of the bride and groom to a T.  Maybe she wants a beach wedding, or a vintage wedding.  I've seen theme's as unique as rock and roll weddings and weddings with a classic movie theme!  The possibilities are endless!  Sometimes it can be difficult to find a wedding cake design that perfectly matches the theme as unique and customized as the couple.  However, there are a few easy ways to create a cake that fits into your wedding perfectly!

The easiest way is to incorporate color onto your wedding cake.  Many December brides have a Christmas theme.  By placing some red ribbon around the bottom of each tier, the cake magically coordinates with the rest of the reception.  A popular spring color combination this year is green and peach.  By creating a peach colored cake with a green scroll on the sides, it transforms from a design that could be at any wedding into a one of a kind cake that can only fit into your wedding!

Another option is to add elements from your wedding décor onto your wedding cake.  If you are decorating with burlap, place a burlap band around the center of each tier.  Is your reception filled with floral arrangements?  Are roses bursting out of every vase on every table?  Add a beautiful cascade of fresh roses on your cake! 

One way to guarantee your cake design is 100% unique to your theme – replicate a focal point in your wedding!  Do you have a beautifully elegant design on your invitations?  Ask your baker to create that image on your cake as well.  I've even had brides bring me photos of their dress and ask me to re create the lace design.  Guests rave over the way brides tie in their dress with their "wedding cake"!

Lastly, consider your location. Match your wedding cake to your surroundings. If you are having a beach wedding, add some white chocolate sea shells on your cake.  For brides getting married in the city, one option is to create the city skyline on the side of each tier! 

There are many ways you can customize your wedding cake to fit your theme. The best way to decide is to sit down and consider these options. See which idea you are drawn to the most and then personalize that idea to fit your theme and wedding cake!