Summer is here and things are heating up! I just wanted to pop in an share a few articles I've been passing back and forth with some local wedding pros. The goal is to make sure Austin brides are ahead of the curve when it comes to wedding trends and modern bride insight :) Enjoy the read!

Take a look at these creative (yummy!) ideas on how get rid of the boring buffet line, utensils, and expensive dinnerware at your wedding reception!

OK, if I had to go back and do it all over again I'd definitely consider having a 1950's housewife wedding shower! Such a fun theme idea. Love the aprons!

Can a wedding be totally inspired by books? But of course! And small details like origami and bookmark favors keep this affair intimate and unique.

OK, there are about a bazillion gorgeous details in this rustic, succulent wedding that it's truly impossible to narrow it down to just one. The decor is an amazing mix of burlap elegance and eclectic handmade accents. Tons of great ideas for hosting an outdoor wedding.

It's a topic that a lot of brides don't like to talk about: Inviting kids to weddings. Here are a few etiquette tips to remember when it comes to children and special events.

Sara from Burnett's Boards shares her thoughts on color theory, color palettes and how to combine them to produce an unforgettable, emotional impact.

There are plenty of things to consider when adding a mismatched bridal party to your event. This article from Belle the Magazine is a must-read.

According to One Fab Day, confetti has had a renaissance in the last couple of years. Here are 10 fun and unusual confetti alternatives you have to check out!

Nothing is better than free! Here's a handful of free elegant font downloads that you can incorporate into your wedding stationery or decor.

We continue to see a lot of the old wedding etiquette and traditions being pushed aside. Maybe it's time to re-evaluate today's modern wedding rules and consider doing away with a few?

Big tree, small weddings. Intimate Weddings shows us that tying the knot under the right tree adds a dramatic, romantic flair to the entire day. You're going to love this.

Pretty darn cute and all you need is tea cups/jars/whatever floats your boat and a little DIY skill to create these adorable teacup candles.

If you have 15-minutes then you have enough time to take advantage of these flawless bridal makeup tips from a professional makeup artist.

I'm not sure if you even need a good reason to make this polka dot cake, but it bet it would look great as a reception dessert.

Showcasing beverages and refreshments at your wedding just got a lot more chic thanks to Elizabeth Anne Designs.

Stop what you are doing and get ready to fall in love with this DIY framed wedding dessert table tray! I've showed this to a few planning brides... and they totally flipped over this idea!