Style Those Locks

I am obsessed with finding new ways to display my hair. Whether you're a bridesmaid, bride, mother of the bride or wedding guest, you are going to want to show off your tresses on the big day. Here are some looks that I am loving right now...

Soft tousled and braided up-dos via The Eclectic Life.

Dramatic, chic hair piece from bando.

Beautiful twisted pony via Project Wedding.

The Art of Gift Giving

It can be difficult to think of the perfect gifts to give to your bridal party. I mean, how many candles can one person really have? As the bride, I am sure that you want to to give all of your attendants something special, but eventually the practicality sets in and you are forced to find gifts that you can actually afford. For my own wedding this was a huge challenge with 10 bridesmaids and 12 groomsmen. Eventually I got creative and found a way to give our bridal party gifts they bragged to their other friends about. To help you consider some budget gift options, here is a collection of some unique gifts that are all under $30. And I adore all of them!

Gals: BefoRE Sun Made In the Shade Self-Tanner $28 from Arbonne; Pretty Cupcake Kit $19.99 from ModCloth; Chalk-A-Doodle Coasters $12 from Francesca's Collections; Castle Key Bottle Opener $12 from Anthropologie

Guys: Mustache Bandages $7 from Urban Outfitters; You The Man Mug $15 from Lenny Mud; Leather Pocket Phone Case $18.95 from The Fig Leaf; The Mustache Grower's Guide $9.99 from ModCloth