We admit it, stripes have become our latest obsession! We’ve already crushed on sassy black and white stripes, but now we’re smitten with delicate and romantic blush, and we’re loving the trend of blush and white stripes in weddings! Such a beautiful way to add a bit of texture to your decor, gown, and even cake!

1 – pink striped escort cards from Farewell Paperie, image by Britt Chudleigh via Snippet & Ink \ 2 – gorgeous blush and ivory tabletop designed by Beth Helmstetter, image by Steve Steinhardt via Southern Weddings \ 3 – Ian Stuart gown with blush stripes, image by Mademoiselle Fiona* via Style Me Pretty \ 4 – blush and white striped drapes via Rosenberry Rooms \ 5 – blush striped cake from Erica OBrien, image by Lane Dittoe via Munaluchi Bride \ 6 – pink striped bridesmaids skirts, image by Tessa Barton Photography via Something Borrowed \ 7 – pink bow tie and seersucker suit, image by David Newkirk via Well-Groomed \ 8 – place setting with pink striped napkin, image by Lauren Larsen via Southern Weddings \ 9 – blush-striped linens, image by welovepictures via Style Me Pretty \ 10 – striped flower girl dress from J Crew, image by Heather Kincaid via Brides

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Vi and Joseph’s modern Dallas wedding is a study in stark but romantic contrasts. Bright pink BCBG Max Azria bridesmaids dresses against Vi’s Romona Keveza Collection gown and blush colored lace Valentino shoes were the only colors in the all-white Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, where the ceremony was held. At the uber-stylish reception at F.I.G.: Fashion Industry Gallery, pink and purple flowers by Luxe Petals crown round tables covered in plum linens. In keeping with the minimalist theme, the all-white cake from Paris Bakery is a classic detail in the sea of contemporary. Ivy Weddings did a fabulous job of capturing every special element of the day, thanks to meticulous planning from Significant Events of Texas. We hope you love this amazing affair as much as we do!

Photography – Ivy Weddings \ Ceremony Venue – Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center \ Reception Venue – F.I.G.: Fashion Industry Gallery \ Floral – Luxe Petals \ Event Planning – Significant Events of Texas \ Catering – CN Catering \ Bakery – Paris Bakery \ Officiant – Rev. Ken Byrd \ Rentals – Celebration Event Rental \ Videography – JChristopher Films \ DJ – DJ Super T \ Transportation – CitiSedan \ Photobooth – LeForce Entertainment \ Bridesmaids Dresses – BCBG Max Azria \ Hair Stylist and Makeup Artist – Adrienne Schoech of Legacy Salons & Day Spa \ Gown – Legends by Romona Keveza Collection \ Shoes – Valentino \ Sash – Nina \ Jewelry – Nadri Jewelry Group \ Suits – Hugo Boss and Kenneth Cole

This is just one of those weddings we can’t stop looking at! Kelti and Chris were married at Austin’s Commodore Perry Estate surrounded by breathtaking gold and pink details. First stunner: Kelti’s gown, a dreamy Vera Wang confection from Casa de Novia Bridal Couture. Bridesmaids chose their own version of rose gold dresses, and everyone carried lush bouquets by David Kurio Designs. Caplan Miller Events assisted Kelti and Chris in carrying out their day, which included clear reception tents with chandeliers, green and brown china and details on the tables, and a perfectly over the top cake from Polkadots Cupcake Factory. We’re in love with these amazing images from Diana M. Lott Photography and Eclectic Images!

Photography – Diana M. Lott Photography \ Second Photographer – Eclectic Images \ Venue – Commodore Perry Estate \ Floral – David Kurio Designs \ Wedding Planning, Day-of Coordination, and Event Design/Styling – Caplan Miller Events \ Stationery – The Pink Tulip Invitations & Stationery \ Calligraphy – Ahavah Designs \ Catering – Kurant Events \ Bakery – Polkadots Cupcake Factory \ Rentals – Townsley Designs and Retrospective Vintage Rentals \ Linens – La Tavola Fine Linen Rental \ Band – Hot Sauce ATX \ Lighting – Filo Designs \ Transportation – Transportation Consultants \ Ceremony Musicians – Barton Strings \ Band – Ava Arenella \ Hair Stylist – Erica of ROAR \ Makeup Artist – MMC Makeup Artistry \ Gown – Vera Wang \ Bridal Salon – Casa de Novia Bridal Couture \ Jewelry – Sam L. Majors \ Shoes – Rene Caovilla \ Reception Dress – Marchesa \ Suit – Ralph Lauren Black Label \ Ties – Custom from Coutures by Laura \ Shoes – Berluti

Nothing touches our heart at weddings more than seeing all the love that pours out of them.  The love between the newlyweds, merging families and all of the guests who have gathered to witness the union just makes us melt.  It’s a feeling we cherish so much we wish we could bottle it up and keep with us at all times.  That’s one of the reasons why we love thoughtful wedding favors: they serve as wonderful keepsakes of a love-filled day that we can remember for years to come.  That’s also why we have a major crush on Weddingstar.  They have favors in all shapes, sizes, forms and flavors that can be customized so that they are the perfect takeaway from an amazing celebration.  We also heart them because they are hosting a big giveaway for our readers!  Today we’re sharing some of our very favorite favors Weddingstar has to offer, so sit back and be inspired for your big day!

We are so excited for Weddingstar because 2013 marks their 30^th anniversary!  They have years of experience in the land of wedding accessories, and their collections prove it.  We are crazy about the Stylized Owl Salt & Pepper Shakers and the Antique Style Key Bottle Opener (pictured above) because they are so beautiful and functional.  You can search for favors by filtering by theme, color or season on Weddingstar’s website.  Or, if you’re like us, you’ll just look through them all so you don’t miss any of their amazing options.

Weddingstar also has a wide array of wedding accessories that extends beyond favors.  Whether you’re looking for caketoppers, photo booth backdrops, menus, or table numbers, Weddingstar has it all, so be sure to browse their website for your viewing pleasure.

And without further ado, we’d like to give the details to the Weddingstar Pin to Win contest happening this week for EAD readers!  To win a $350 gift certificate to Weddingstar, just repin one of the above images, and post the link to your pin in the comments below!  You’ll have until 9:59 AM PT on May 24 2013 to enter, when a winner will be drawn at random.

For those of you not lucky enough to win the contest, we have a special discount code! To receive 15% off of your order, enter the code MAYBRIDE15 (expires May 31st, 2013). Happy shopping!

This lovely garden party—set at the Cape Cod Lavender Farm in Harwich, Massachusetts—is just perfect for warm, breezy May days! The shoot was conceptualized and created for Bliss Celebrations Guide by Stacey Hedman and The Perfect Plan, and we love all of the vintage details mixed with the rustic table. Desserts, macaroons, and cake from Sin and Sweet Indulgence are so pretty set against the backdrop of pastel ribbon streamers! Claudia Seyffert of Bliss Celebrations added her stylistic touch to the tablescape, combining floral china with lots of gold and gorgeous spring blooms by Patrice R. Milley Floral Designers. Such a fun and fancy affair—see all of the beauty in the gallery!

Photography – Stacey Hedman \ Venue – Cape Cod Lavender Farm \ Floral – Patrice R. Milley Floral Designers \ Event Coordination – The Perfect Plan \ Event Design/Styling – Claudia Seyffert of Bliss Celebrations \ Catering – Root Catered Events \ Desserts – Sin and Sweet Indulgence \ Calligraphy – Sharon Morgera \ Rentals – Be Our Guest, Inc., and New England Country Rentals \ Linens – Tabletoppers, Inc. \ Conceptualized and created for Bliss Celebrations Guide