Still looking for ‘something blue’ for your wedding day? We’ve made a list of some of our favorite Etsy finds that work as blue wedding accessories.

Our only necklace to make our list is this lovely apatite gemstone piece by MoonTideJewellery . A blue necklace is perfect if you want to keep your “something blue” hidden, by tucking it into your dress. After the wedding, this necklace could easily be hung up somewhere special, or worn every day!

For a little splash of blue, this dainty gold cuff by EwelinaPas is decorated with a small aqua stone. We love how easily this bracelet brings a bit of color to your overall look without being over-bearing.

If you haven’t found your wedding earrings yet, this pair of aquamarine earrings by TwoCloudsJewelry  are not only beautiful, they are the definition of the perfect “something blue” for your big day.

We are completely in love with this beautiful paper flower crown by SQUISHnCHIPS. Mixed in with white, pink, and yellow, this crown is a perfect “something blue”.

This gorgeous set of blue flowered garters by FallenStarCoutureInc is a great way to add a bit of blue, and a bit of bling, at the same time. 

This stunning pair of glitter heels by ammiejoyce is girly and bold. We absolutely love a good pair of statement heels!

For a more subtle something blue, order this little blue heart clip by PollyMcGeary . You could even slip this blue heart into your sleeve or the inside of your dress if you want to keep your something blue a secret.

If you want to keep with tradition, but you don’t feel like wearing anything blue, let this ring box by BellaBrideCreations  do it for you. Plus, you can use this keepsake as a jewelry box after your wedding.

This lapis bracelet by eacarjewelry is unique and handmade, just for you!

Another way to secretly incorporate this tradition is with a sweet and meaningful pin, such as this one by CherishUs. This pin fits perfectly hidden inside the bottom of the skirt of your dress.  

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Flower girls are a significant part of the wedding process. Why not give them accessories that will help them fulfill their role in style?

Here are 10 great accessories from Etsy that will do just that.

Replace the out-dated baskets with this flower-trimmed wooden basket by braggingbags. This one would be great for a rustic wedding.

We absolutely love the idea of the flower girl announcing the bride’s arrival with the help of this gorgeous brass bell by ClothandPatina.

Another alternative to a plain white basket is this beautiful wooden flower basket by InesesWeddingGallery. You even have the option of engraving your initials and wedding date.

To add a little something extra to your flower girls dress, this cute flower belt by rosyposydesigns should do the trick.

Instead of tossing petals, let your flower girl join your bridesmaids in carrying a bouquet such as this gorgeous fabric flowered bouquet by MySecretFace.

With this personalized bracelet by GlamAndCoJewellery, your flower girl will forever have something to help her remember her first walk down the aisle.

We love individual thank you gifts for the wedding party, and this sweet flower necklace by TheCharmedBelle is no exception.

This sweet personalized sign by ThePaperWalrus is the perfect way to get everyone smiling as your flower girl walks down the aisle.

Turn your flower girl into a fairy with these adorable flower girl wands by shopwillynilly. Everyone will love seeing her walk down the aisle with a big smile, while waving around her magic wand.

Finally, why not replace the traditional flower petals with some paper confetti by PaperboyParty. It’s a great way to get this great party started.

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Caitlin and Shawn originally set out to have a big traditional wedding, but as their anxiety over the idea of a large guest list grew, they opted for an elopement instead. For the bride, however, the thought of not having her father walk her down the aisle was too heartbreaking a notion to even consider. So, in lieu of a traditional elopement without any guests, the couple chose to invite their immediate family to join them in Kauai, Hawaii at the Na Aina Kai Botanical Gardens. The newlyweds agree that it was a decision that couldn’t have been more perfect for them and their non-traditional ways.

A huge thank you to wedding planners Modern Elopement by Moana Events for sharing this beautiful elopement with us, and Sealight Studios for the gorgeous photos!

Caitlin, 28  & Shawn, 28 

Location: Kauai, HI

Wedding Date: July 15th, 2015

Number of Guests: 12

Wedding Cost: The elopement package was around $5,000. The additional reception was around $2,000.

Wedding Ceremony Location: Na Aina Kai Botanical Gardens, Kauai

Wedding Reception Location: The St. Regis Princeville, Makana Terrace Restaurant

Why did you have an intimate wedding?

We wanted to focus on the intimacy of a wedding and not the stress of planning a party. We started out wanting the traditional large wedding and reception, but we both felt anxiety with the idea of it, and we held off planning for a while. When we finally decided to elope, everything fell into place and it just seemed right and very us.

What are some of the challenges that you faced planning an intimate wedding?

Our family and friends were a little upset at first. It took a little convincing, but they eventually realized it was very much our style. We’re not very traditional, we dated for almost 9 years before getting engaged, so I don’t think anyone was surprised; maybe just a little disappointed. We did end up having a small reception the following month so that helped as well.

Was it difficult to pare down the guest list?

Not really. The allure of an elopement was the small guest list. We knew we wanted it to only be our immediate family. We also thought about just running away and doing a more traditional elopement with just the two of us. I almost lost my father a few years ago, however, and the thought of him not walking me down the aisle was heartbreaking. We still wanted to be surrounded by the love of our parents and siblings. I think that by not having the large guest list, it allowed us to focus on them as well, and the joining of our two families.

Did you have any ‘issues’ with the small guest list from friends and family? If so, how did you address them?

A little, at first. Our parents did freak out about not inviting everyone we knew, especially Shawn’s parents, who are a lot more traditional. Shawn’s dad is from Nigeria, their weddings are typically very large, and he was shocked that there were only 12 people there. He kept saying “Is this it? Where is everyone?”. I think everyone realized this was very much our style though, so they couldn’t be too upset.

What were the highlights of the ceremony?

The surprise of it all was a little nerve-wracking, but exciting at the same time. Not knowing what it would look like, and walking down the aisle and being blown away, it was very surreal. Not only was I walking down an aisle to marry my best friend, I was absolutely mesmerized by how beautiful it was! After the ceremony Shawn told me the same thing, he didn’t know any of the details so he was even more surprised! The way the sun shone through the leaves of the hardwood forest, it was just majestic.

What were the highlights of the reception?

The reception location itself was stunning. It overlooked Hanalei Bay and all of the beautiful mountains. There was a gorgeous sunset right at dinner. And it was coincidental that they started doing the Mailani dinner show the same night of the week. So we got to watch some of the best cultural dancers on the island. No one knew about it except my dad and I. I wanted to keep it a surprise for everyone, and I’m glad I did because they were totally surprised! Especially Shawn, he loved it.

What was the best thing about having an intimate wedding?

We keep saying that it was such a magical, stress-free day, and that’s exactly what we wanted it to be. We were able to focus on each other, and just enjoy our day together. It was intimate, romantic, and such a rejuvenating way to start the rest of our lives together.

What advice do you have for couples who are considering an intimate wedding?

I would say go for it! You won’t regret it, and your wallet and your sanity will thank you. Just don’t skimp on the photographer!

Vendors:

Photographer:  Sealight Studios

Design and Coordination: Modern Elopement by Moana Events

Flying all the way from New Zealand to the Dominican Republic for their wedding meant that cutting the guest list was essential in order to keep costs low for Evelyn and Chad on their big day. A destination wedding, however, allowed them to invite everyone they wanted knowing that many of the invitees would be unable to attend. With 28 of their closest family and friends joining them for their tropical nuptials, the newlyweds wanted their celebration to be fun and lively (they opted to dance the merengue and the bachatango for their first dance instead of a slow dance) while still keeping things intimate and relaxed for everyone involved – like a big family vacation!

Big thanks to Asia Pimental for capturing the fun and festivities so we could share Evelyn and Chad’s big day with you today!

Evelyn & Chad

Location: Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Wedding Date: May 25, 2015 

Number of Guests: 28

Wedding Cost: $12,000 (not including flights as we came from New Zealand via Florida)

Wedding Reception Venue: Jellyfish Restaurant

Why did you have an intimate wedding? 

We wanted to have a party, but still be able to have a family-style dinner and keep our budget low since we were flying all the way from New Zealand. 

What are some of the challenges that you faced planning an intimate wedding? 

The seating chart was surprisingly the hardest part. With such a small group it is hard to know how some people will get along. It all worked out well in the end and everyone got along, but there were some challenges for sure during the planning. I heard from other brides who had similar weddings to mine that they decided not to have a seating plan. I think it is a good idea, but it just wouldn’t have worked for us.

Was it difficult to pare down the guest list? 

We had a destination wedding knowing that not everyone would be able to come. I have a big family and I love them all so I invited everyone and let them decide if they could make it. 

Did you have any ‘issues’ with the small guest list from friends and family? If so, how did you address them?

There was some pressure to keep adding to the invite list, but I had to be honest and up front. In the end everyone understood and enjoyed how relaxed the wedding week was. 

What were the highlights of the ceremony? 

Holding my husband’s hands as we recited our vows. Everyone cried. My dad walking me down the aisle. When we arrived at the start of the aisle, he said, “Hello, family!”. He doesn’t like being the center of attention at all so it was wonderful to see him so comfortable with everyone including Chad’s family who he just met on this trip. This wouldn’t have been possible if we had a large wedding and if we weren’t all staying at the same resort.

What were the highlights of the reception? 

Our first dance; everyone had sparklers lit while we did a bachatango and merengue dance. We didn’t want anything slow and sappy. While our guests were waiting for us, our three year old ring bearer decided to do his own show for everyone. It was wonderful! During the speeches, the best man (whose wedding we went to in Spain) took the Spanish tradition of calling out a couple’s names and asking them to kiss while the rest of the guests toast to them and shout out, “Viva!”. It added a lot of fun and almost was a thank you to everyone for being there. Also, the best man’s pants split when doing a slightly complicated dance move so my mom ended up in the bridal suite with him in his boxers while she mended his pants. 

What was the best thing about having an intimate wedding? 

We were a large enough group to have a party, but small enough for us to really enjoy everyone’s company. We were all on vacation together so everyone got to know each other beforehand and it made the wedding so relaxed and comfortable. 

What advice do you have for couples who are considering an intimate wedding? 

Do it! It’s so special to be able to spend time with your guests on the day and not feel like you’re trying to get around to everyone. It also means that you’ll have more time to soak it all in on the day. It goes so fast that it is important to take a step back and enjoy every moment without the pressure of having to divide your time between people you hardly know.

Vendors:

Photography: Asia Pimental Photography

Wedding Dress: Kimberley Day Bridal Designer

Reception Venue: Jellyfish Restaurant

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For decades, tea length wedding dresses have remained an unwavering trend. The tea length wedding dress is stylish, sassy, and perfect for an intimate wedding. Here is a list of some of our favorite tea length wedding dresses, exclusively from Etsy.

Firstly, who could possibly resist this beautiful pink tulle tea length wedding dress by LouiseRoseCouture? The stunning lace sleeves tie everything together perfectly.

This modest and fashionable tea length dress by DuskBridal is everything you could ask for!

This vintage style two-piece wedding dress by Leanimal combines old-school beauty with a modern twist.

Who needs a dress when you have this gorgeous tea-length tulle skirt by Sophiaclothing instead?

Sometimes, simple is best. This stunning white tulle wedding dress by CleoandClementine as the perfect example.

Short sleeves and ruffles truly make this dress by concettascloset a one-of-a-kind wedding dress design.

For another simple yet chic tea length dress option, this pure white design by JULfashion is exactly what you’ve been looking for.

Finally, vintage lovers will unite over this beautiful 50’s inspired wedding dress design by GinAndSinLondon. Who’s ready for some ice cream floats and a sock-hop!? 

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