I’ve been a bit behind in wedding planning for a while now. . . hence the sparse updates on this blog. Let’s just say this once-in-a-lifetime event really sneaks up quickly!
I’ve had a lot of trouble making decisions on everything from rehearsal dinner menus to table number design to what jewelry my bridesmaids will wear.It’s almost as though there are so many good ideas in my head, and even more on Pinterest, that it becomes overwhelming and hard to JUST PICK ONE! 🙂
I’m getting ready to order fresh orchid blossoms for the wedding. The company also offers fresh Orchid leis. . . and suddenly I’m wondering if I should order them for my bridesmaids.
Right now I don’t have any jewelry for my bridesmaids, because they are all so different that I didn’t want to get matching pieces that they may not wear again. The plan was to ask them to wear simple jewelry that wasn’t bright and colorful – either silver, gold, or pearl / white / cream. But I think the orchid leis could be a fun touch.
Here are the two I am considering – a green and white lei:
Or the all-white lei:
And here is a reminder of what the bridesmaids will be wearing:
My concern is that leis are a bit bulky, and may not look great against the white or cream colored dresses.
What do you think? Would simple necklaces be better, or do you like one or both of the leis?
PS: Lei Photos are from www.HawaiiFlowerLei.com
13 Comments
Necklaces!
Although the lei’s are beautiful, I have to second the bulkiness remark.
There are thinner leis out there. Check with another company. I took hula lessons for years and the ones we wore weren’t that full.
While the all white lei is beautiful, I think the necklaces are the better choice.
I love the leis, but I think necklaces would work better with the color & different styles of dresses. You could use the leis at the rehearsal dinner or something…but then again why add more expense. — Budget-Bride brain ticking away here. 😉
what about a fresh orchid hair clip
Oh! Yes, we are doing that!
No to the leis, yes to simple jewelry.
Wow.I love this post.Its really superb.Keep it up.
How about something made from your wedding invitation? http://www.spellboundbeads.com/shop-wedding.html
The lei’s are beautiful but seem kind of random and yes I think would be bulky against the dresses. What about using them as like head piece/garland kind of thing? I think that would be really pretty against the dresses. I also love this idea for bridesmaid shoes. They could pick the color! http://greenweddingshoes.com/diy-neon-toe-shoes/
I love that they are wearing different dresses. I think the lei’s will be a unifying theme.
Wrist corsages might work.