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Now that we're coming out of "engagement season," we all have friends that have recently gotten engaged. The hard question is, what to get them? Here are some fun ideas that can help the new bride-to-be get the ball rolling on her big day! The Perfect Tote Bag LL Bean Etsy These adorable totes will help get the bride off to a great start on the planning process. Don't stop there - you can fill it with things like business card holders, magazines, and tissues, making it an amazing survival kit for the bride! Champagne and Magazines Source The first thing that every bride wants to do is dive right into those wedding magazines, and nothing accompanies that better than a nice bottle of champagne. This is a beautiful way to give the bride both! What is your go-to gift for your newly engaged friends?

Cherry blossoms are perfect for a spring wedding, especially since they symbolize love, affection, and are an omen of good fortune - and spring is when they are in full bloom! The blossoms also give a feeling of softness and romance, while the branches can make a huge visual impact. There are some amazing ways to incorporate these beautiful flowers into your wedding. Source These beautiful centerpieces use cherry blossoms, as well as peonies, ranunculus, and sweet pea, to create a romantic pink table setting. Source We love this chuppah - the cherry blossoms create such a beautiful frame for the ceremony. Source This cake is just stunningly bursting with them too! What do you think about incorporating cherry blossoms into your wedding?

As a follow up from Monday's post about Instagram , today we thought we'd go to the other side of the "aisle" (yes - pun intended!) and talk about a new trend popping up, the "Unplugged Wedding." We're all so connected in today's world with our mobile phones and Twitter, Facebook and Instagram, but do you really want pictures like this? Technology Wedding via Wedding Wire Technology Wedding via   The Offbeat Bride Some couples are opting to ask their guests to turn everything off for their big day, or at least the ceremony. Instead, they're nicely asking guests to focus on the reason for the day and the happy couple making a commitment to each other, letting the professionals take the amazing pictures you're paying them for. Unplugged Wedding Sign via Diva Productions I think I land somewhere in the middle...I love the idea of a completely unplugged ceremony, but think it would be a fun to see all the candid shots from guests at cocktails and

Instagram , while  it doesn't compare to your professional photographer by any means, it's a fun way to get your guests involved in the picture taking process! For those who don't know, it's basically Facebook and Twitter for photos.  Here's how to do it: #Hashtags Source Creating a specific and unique hashtag for your guests to use allows you to easily search for pictures of your wedding. Another perk is the instant ability to enjoy some pictures of your big day. Profiling Source Creating a new Instagram profile for your event is a great way for your guests to follow your wedding and tag you in their pictures! Are you encouraging guests to  Instagram  at your wedding?

Balloons are a fun and whimsical detail to add to your wedding! Not only do they add a unique element, but there are so many different ways to use them. Whether it be for your save the dates... Source or as part of your reception decorations... Source There are so many ways to incorporate balloons into your special day! How are you planing to use balloons at your wedding? Or are you not on board with this trend? Comment and let us know!

When you think of tropical flowers and sunshine and sand, Birds of Paradise probably come to mind. But have you ever thought about using them in your wedding?  Check out these gorgeous images from  Alexan Events  that I'm sure will convince you: Bird of Paradise Boutonniere via  Alexan Events How elegant is that boutonniere?! Loving these bouquets too! Bird of Paradise Bouquets via  Alexan Events They are so sleek and modern but still have an air of romance perfect for a wedding.  This last shot is just as beautiful for incorporating Birds of Paradise into the reception: Bird of Paradise Centerpieces via  Alexan Events I just love how different they are and how colorful! Would you use them as your signature flower?