Easter Wedding Finishes

Easter is just around the corner and I imagine there are plenty of brides-to-be preparing their finishing touches for a wedding this weekend. So what to do when your wedding falls on the weekend of an iconic holiday? Embrace it of course…

Today is all about the Easter “finishes”; those little details that help blend a wedding and a holiday but don’t throw either out of sync. So… you will not find me suggesting an Easter egg hunt between the ceremony and reception, or even a carrot cake (isn’t that a bit too Easter-obvious)? Instead, the finishes can include small touches like place card holders in the shape of a nest (I picked out a few of my favorites because when done right, these can be too perfect to pick only one), or this stunning four tiered cake decorated with twigs (below). I couldn’t help but include a few fashion picks, but again this is about the finishing touches. The blue Priscilla of Boston bridesmaids dress isn’t at all over the top Easter; there are no yellows, oranges, or purples about it, but it is still bright for spring and blue for a toned down Easter color palette. The tie is the punch of color that this wedding needs! It blends two Easter colors and is sure to make the much anticipated color statement. And speaking of finishes on the fashion front, I couldn’t help but include a lovely light green mother-of-the-bride (or groom) dress and overcoat. This is just perfect for an early spring (and Easter weekend) wedding. This is a finish that is often overlooked, but not this time!

And finally the dress… never underestimate the power of the finishes, but don’t forget the most important pieces of a wedding either (think bridal gown)! I cannot take my eyes off the back lacing on this Vera Wang Spring 2012 gown. It is intricate and intense on top and light and airy on the bottom. This dress is the perfect finishing statement for an Easter weekend wedding.