The October issue of The Best Wedding Sites Magazine is here . . .

So excited to share with you the cover of the October issue of The Best Wedding Sites Magazine. Congratulations to Kim of Something Floral and Urban Fire Studio for her photo on the cover for October. Starting tomorrow, please join in for a fun month with the interactive online magazine as I feature amazing real weddings, shopping by color features and so much more. This month the color palette is all about grey and black with pops of yellow and a few other colors thrown in the mix as well for fun :) Please join in the with the "mix & mingle" format and leave your comments. Plus, the giveaways for this month have launched. Enter to Win Here.

I also want to thank all the returning and new advertisers for this months issue - you can see the great vendors to the right. Please be sure to visit their sites and show your support.

Winners Announced : Best Wedding Sites Magazine Giveaway #7

It's time to announce the winners from the September issue of The Best Wedding Sites Magazine - particpants were asked to write what comes to mind when they hear the color palette of navy blue and yellow for a wedding.

The winner of the dark blue floral barrette from Tilley Jewels is Avital of San Francisco, CA
My alma mater, UCLA -- where I met my fiance! Great color combo. Thanks for this chance to win and for your really great website.

The winner of the Glitz and Glamour package from Wilton is Betsy of Brooklyn, NY
Preppy, preppy, preppy!  Navy and yellow is such a crisp, bold combination, which makes it perfect for a nautical themed wedding.  I love the look of a crisp, navy bridesmaid's dress with a simple bouquet of yellow flowers-- my favorite are super-bright poppies.

The winner of the handpainted parasol from Kio Kreations is Alicia of Leavenworth, KS
I think of the New England states and nautical theme. I'm not sure why but the color are so striking and it makes me think of the east coast with all the lighthouses and boats, etc. Beautiful colors

The winner of the $50 gift certificate for shopping at Brides Village is Amanda of Charleston, WV
I LOVE IT!! My wedding will be these colors and I am looking forward to finding all kinds of cute decorations. I am soo excited to start buying decorations with this color scheme it is killing me!!

I will be sending out an email to you all to confirm your winnings.
Please note: winner(s) have 48 business hours to reply or another winner will be selected.

Inspiration Board : Navy Blue + Yellow ... a clean, classic & elegant affair

Today we are joined by Erin of Sparkle and Hay who has created a classic and elegant inspiration board in this months color palette of navy blue and yellow. Erin writes . . . "When I think of a navy & yellow wedding palette I immediately think of clean, classic & elegant affair.  Bowties maintain the sophisticated feel, but add a playful touch to balance the formality of the clean lines." Don't you just LOVE those tiered cakes?

Images, clockwise, from upper left:
Martha Stewart Weddings, Suzanna March Photography, Flutterby Cakes,
Chara Nicole, 100LC, , The Knot, bridal beauty blog, weddingdecoridea.com

Much love to Erin for joining us today. Please be sure to visit her blog, Sparkle and Hay . . . your destination for "inspirations for a rustic chic wedding".

It's All In the Details : a navy + yellow coed bridal shower at U of M's 50 yd line

You may remember seeing last months photo shoot of the coed bridal shower held at the 50 yard line of the University of Michigan stadium from Lisa of Gabbi Grace Events, Kim of Something Floral, and photography by Jackie of JACQART and many more vendors. They were participants for the September Wedding Vendor Challenges on Brenda's Wedding Blog. Today we're focusing on the details from the shoot and you can see so much more from the shoot here. Including the DIY tutorial for the No Sew Napkin Wraps from Kim. And, we can't forget about the spectacular floral "M" that was made by Kim from 100 gold silk/artificial carnations. It's absolutely stunning!!!!!!

Above photos courtesy of Kim from Something Floral. The photos below are by Jackie of Jacqart.

Venue: The University of Michigan Stadium - The Big House
Props {Official Football Jersey(s), Football and Helmet}: University of Michigan Athletic Department
Concept and Design: Lisa of Gabbi Grace Events and Kim of Something Floral
Planning & Styling {Rentals: Chavari Chairs, Chair Pads, Table Linens and Sweets Table design}: Gabbi Grace Events
Photography: Jackie Blair of JACQART
Flowers, all floral designs, and milk glass bud vases: Kim of Something Floral and Something Spectacular
Milk Glass Rentals: Hul-Bee Weddings and Events
Gold Plated Flatware and Chargers Rentals: Dynamic Designz
Stationery {menus, banner, chair tags}: LePenn Designs
Cake Bites: Cake Bite Delights
Fresh Fruit Cheese Cake: Produce Palace
U of M table runner, napkin liners/inserts, and napkin rings/wraps - sewn and created by Kim

It's All In the Details : a modern nautical inspired shoot + textures + patterns

You may remember seeing last months photo shoot from Miriam of Glam Candies, Samantha of Papermints, florals from Unforgettable Events, beautiful photos by Jessica Elizabeth Photography, and sweets by Eileen of Cucamonga Cakery. They were participants for the September Wedding Vendor Challenges on Brenda's Wedding Blog. Today we're focusing on the details from the shoot and you can see so much more from the shoot here. Including great tips from Miriam and all her ideas behind the shoot. And, just some of the amazingness includes a candy bar invitation, life preserver donuts, blueberry mojitos, seashell topped cupcakes - and so much more.

Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something BLUE

From Kate: As the old adage goes, brides everywhere cannot overlook four key elements on their wedding day; something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue! Jewelry is a great way to add a touch of this all-important color to the wedding day mix. Please enjoy a small sample from Margo Siegel PR's beautiful, blue fine jewelry options. {please note: yes, the prices are quite steep for many, but all girls love to dream, right? And, you never know - the ring below would even make a GREAT wedding band.}
Dana Rebecca Designs Melissa Louise Ring - 14K Black Rhodium with Sapphire - $1,320

Dana Rebecca Designs Jessica Blair Earrings - 14K White Gold with Diamonds, Sapphire and Fresh Water Pearls - $2,640.00

CALEO 18K Yellow Gold Pinch Cocktail Ring with Rose Cut Lapis and Diamonds - $1,650

MEUS Designs Sapphire Drop Earrings - 18K Gold and Blackened Silver with Blue Sapphire - $4,940.00

An eclectic backyard wedding in Connecticut with the sweetest extra touches

[Fairfield, Connecticut]

Marisa of Sassy Mouth Photography is back again this month with another stunning navy blue and yellow wedding. The wedding of Kelly and Dave moved smoothly along with the coordination from Weddingistas. Marisa said the wedding day "one of the most perfect days I have ever seen in my life for a wedding. It turns out that Kelly consulted the farmer’s almanac while choosing the day, and what a right prediction it was. A total dream." Before the ceremony, Marisa met the girls at Southport Harbor for some photos with the bride and her bridesmaids. And, then after the ceremony - there's an amazing reception with lots of details - including a table of cakes, favors filled with canned goodies, shutters to hold the escort cards, and much more. Oh, and there's also the loveliest centerpieces - simple and oh, so pretty vases with hydrangeas and a sweet little table number card tucked in the center.