A long sleeved gown with a 10lb taffeta skirt may be the dress of your dreams when you try it on at the bridal shop, but when you’re walking down the aisle in the blazing hot sun, it can turn into the dress of your nightmares. Avoid that wedding day drama with a light, airy gown. Whether you want to go for the boho goddess look with a lace crochet wedding dress, or keep it classic with an off-the-shoulder tulle gown, these 10 dresses are all breathtakingly gorgeous, and will keep you cool on your wedding day.

This blue-grey tulle gown from DreamandDress is très magnifique, non? 

 Featuring a plunging neckline, flat waistband and mermaid-shaped skirt, this gown from TheodoraJamesArmoire is über flattering.

We can’t take our eyes of this ethereal gown from MywonyBridal. This dress is made with five different colors and types of material, including silk chiffon.

With elegant, off-the-shoulder neckline, a beaded belt, and a sleek, A-line skirt, this tulle dress from BoudoirWedding is fit for a princess!

Look for a wedding dress that is truly one-of-a-kind? This lace boho dress from Reclamationbytrista is custom made with reclaimed fabric just for you!

You deserve to be swathed in luxury on your wedding day. With layers of hand draped silk chiffon adorned with exquisite lace details, this gown from MywonyBridal is fit for royalty!

The delicate polka-dotted ruffled sleeves on this blush gown from DreamandDress prove that when it comes to wedding dresses, it’s all in the details!

How stunning is the blush skirt on this gown from DreamandDress? Holy swoon!

Looking to check off your something old & something new? WildAzaleaDesigns takes pre-loved gowns and hand-restores them, for a unique, utterly gorgeous boho look.

AngellureBridal re-invented the classic strapless gown with this elegant blush gown. We love the bodice, which is accented with floral appliqués.

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The right pair of earrings can instantly elevate your bridal look, and more importantly, draw more attention to your beautiful face! Any one of these eight exquisite pairs of crystal bridal earrings from Etsy would look fabulous with your bridal ensemble.

We love the vintage style of these delicate drop earrings from SheetaDesign

Yes, a piece of jewelry can be both dainty and dramatic, as proven by this earring set from SheetaDesign.

Let your inner royal shine with these Meghan Markle bridal earring replicas from TamarAndTalya.

You’ll be glowing in these fabulous crystal earrings from SarahWalshBridal.

With countless five-star reviews from brides, you can’t go wrong with these rose gold studs from iloniti.

Dazzle everyone with these dramatic cluster earrings from BlingBaddaBoom.

These classic pearl earrings from DreamIslandJewellery will be treasured forever!

Holy glamour! We’re swooning over these rose gold earrings from LuluSplendor.

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Brides who love all things vintage, take note! Elizabeth and Ross’ San Diego wedding is filled with details that will make you swoon. From the bride’s fabulous outfit, complete with a vintage dress and hat, to a darling vintage cake topper, there’s nothing not to love about these nuptials!

The couple tied the knot right across the street from their house at the Alcazar Garden in Balboa Park, with Elizabeth’s sister as the officiant. After the ceremony, the couple visited three destinations. First, they stopped at their house for French champagne and homemade herb and citrus cakes (cake before dinner? Count us in!), then the wedding party went to the couple’s favorite neighborhood, Buona Forchetta, for dinner, wine and more dessert. They finished off the night at Kindred, a vegan death metal craft cocktail bar.

Thanks to Let’s Frolic Together for sharing this fantastic wedding with us!

Elizabeth, 38 & Ross, 40

Location: San Diego, CA

Wedding Date: December 7, 2017

Number of Guests: 15

Wedding Cost: We didn’t really set a budget, instead we made a wish list and worked from there. Our parents generously gifted us photography and champagne/dinner. The total including my ring was about $10,000.

Wedding Ceremony Location: Alcazar Garden, Balboa Park, San Diego, CA

Wedding Reception Location(s): Cocktail Hour: Our Home; Dinner: Buona Forchetta, South Park, San Diego, CA; After party: Kindred

Why did you decide to have an intimate wedding?

We initially wanted to elope with just the two of us, but as we started planning we realized that we wanted to share our commitment with our immediate families and a couple far flung, decades-long friends. Having recently lost two very dear family members, we wanted to end the year with a celebration of our own little family.

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

One of the best things we did was establish our vision at the very beginning of planning.  By staying focused through the planning progress we were able to avoid most challenges and realize our vision.

Was it difficult to pare down the guest list? 

Not really, once we decided on just our closest family, the guest list made itself.

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

Not really, all our friends and family were really just happy for us. We told anyone we thought might be a little hurt in advance and they were all very supportive. We set an email announcement to go out at the same time as the ceremony so no one felt excluded or left to find out on social media.

We also had two guests who weren’t enthusiastic about attending an event with multiple locations.  In the end, they attended the ceremony and skipped the reception activities.

What were the highlights of the ceremony?

My sister presided over the ceremony and had us all in tears from the very beginning. Having just our families in attendance meant the ceremony could be tailored to our vision of love and marriage, making it deeply personal.

What were the highlights of the reception?

From French champagne, to homemade herb and citrus cakes, to truffle infused handmade pasta, the small guest list allowed us to offer really decadent refreshments.

Following the ceremony we held a cocktail hour in our home adjacent to the park.  As we would be moving on to dinner later in the evening we knew we wanted to have a little bite to eat and settled on having cake before dinner.  After trying quite a few too-sweet cake options, I decided to bake my own.  Using my beloved Kitchen Aid my mother had given me before she passed away and a New York Times recipe, I made our slightly lopsided, Charlie Brown wedding cakes. Both olive oil cakes, I chose Lemon-Lavender and Orange-Rosemary to pair with Veuve Clicquot rosé champagne.

We held dinner at our favorite neighborhood restaurant, Buona Forchetta, where we have been regulars since their opening shortly after we met.  Upon arriving, we found that the team had beautifully set our table with flowers they had arranged themselves just for us; we were both so moved by this gesture! As we often do on our date nights we ordered entirely too much food, and both wine and laughter poured easily course after course. We ended the meal with dessert #2, a beyond delicious berry tart, made and presented by Nona herself!

We wrapped up the evening by meeting a few friends across the street at our favorite vegan death metal craft cocktail bar, Kindred; before heading home and falling into our own bed exhausted and so so loved.

What was the best thing about having an intimate wedding?

The small guest list allowed us to take our very favorite people to our favorite places; the intention was for the day to feel like our best days together in our little neighborhood.  We were able to spend time with each of our guests and build really special memories of a wonderful day.

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

Do it!  The smaller guest list will allow you to make everything much more personal. The best part is being able to splurge on decadent things you wouldn’t be able to afford or coordinate for a party of 150.

Vendors:

Photography: Let’s Frolic Together

Restaurant/Dinner: Buona Forchetta

Flowers: Native Poppy

Hair: Marisella Rene, Hyde-Edwards Salon & Spa

Cake Topper & vintage accessories: Bad Madge

Bride’s Dress: Unique Vintage

Bride’s Hat: Roselein Rarities

Groom’s Suit: Suit Supply

After Party: Kindred

Ring Setting (with heirloom stones): Harold Stevens Jewelers

Ditch the generic ‘Be My Bridesmaid’ card and opt for something special and unique. From the tv show Friends to Beyonce, these 10 pop culture-inspired cards are sure to make your bridesmaids smile!

Assure your bridesmaids that you’re not like a regular bride, you’re a cool bride with this card from WereIntoIt.

Go retro with this ‘Stand By Me’ card from Pensandneedlesco.

This Romy and Michele card from CHALKSCRIBE is practically guaranteed to make her LOL.

Hold up… You need these Beyonce bridesmaid cards from BespokeBrideShop!

Oh. My. God. You’re getting married! Propose to your bridesmaids with this sweet Friends card from MollyBurchDesigns.

This Friends theme song card from BetterLeftSaid may actually make your bridesmaid burst into (happy) tears.

Show your besties how lucky your are to have them with this ‘Felix Felicis’ card from ClassyCardsCreative.

This cute card from CreativeCousins2 will delight your fellow marauders!

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Have you seen one too many floral bridesmaid robes? Enter bridesmaid button-ups. They’ve been buzzing lately, and it’s not hard to see why. They’re sleek, comfy and oh-so cute. Oh, and you won’t have to worry about wardrobe malfunctions during the getting ready shots (buttons keep things closed much better than a slippery satin sash!).

Your bridesmaids will think you spent a fortune on them for these monogrammed shirts from ELRILEYGIFTS. They look über fancy, and they’re under $30!

Unlike bridesmaid robes, these Oxford shirts from EverlyGrayce are nice enough to be worn to work after the wedding.

Your tropical beach wedding would not be complete without these gorgeous palm leaf shirts  from Piyama.

These luxurious boyfriend shirts from WhatALuvely will become the most comfy pair of pjs your bridesmaid own!

Meet your new fave beach cover up! Isn’t the tropical print on these shirts from PremiumRobes fabulous?

You’ll love lounging around in these  sophisticated shirts from SweetThoughtBoutique.

The elegant bride will adore these stylish cotton bridesmaid shirts from IvoryHaus.

Wedding day stress will melt away when you’re wearing this cozy flannel shirt from SSweddings.

You can’t go wrong with these classic button-downs from SweetThoughtBoutique. They come in 17 colors!

You’ll feel 100% ready for your walk down the aisle in this monogrammed shirt from PerfectlyPersonalNWA.

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