So, I wanted to share my 2009 Fall/Spring picks from some of my favorite designer. Of course we have the heavy hitters like Vera and Oscar, but I wanted to bring in a few more affordable designers as well. So, today we are featuring my favorite wedding dresses from 8 different design houses. I would love to hear what YOUR favorites are, as well!

First, up…who else, it’s Vera!

all images via Brides.com

I have to admit, this isn’t my all time favorite collection…but some of the designs are definitely up there. I love the way that Vera brings a sense of modern femininity to every style. She knows that a girl wants to look as beautiful as she’s ever looked and she designs gowns that are all about the pretty. The colored sashes only add to the glamour and sophistication of each gown. In all candidness, you’ll never go wrong with Vera.

So much more to come, but in the meantime, head over to the Little Black Book Blog where today is the last day to vote on your favorite Love at First Invite design for the chance to win a FREE letterpressed invitations suite!

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Clockwise From Top Left: Apple image via {frolic!}, wheatgrass by Leo Patrone, lantern by Michelle Rago, flat vases by Todd Events, moss by Brides.com, Grapes by Todd Events, Oranges by Brides.com, Pears by Leo Patrone

By using fruit, wheatgrass, vegetables, moss, antique lanterns, sea shells, japanese lanterns, candles (the list goes ON and ON)…you can save a bundle while still achieving a completely stylish, chic look. Plus, it allows you to really get creative and let your inner Martha completely shine!

On that same note, I am always getting emails from brides who are looking for some interesting centerpiece ideas…so tell me, what are YOUR ideas for non-floral centerpieces?

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One way to really trim your budget is to hop on the teeny-tiny vases trend. Tons of perfect little containers, whether they are clear, white or fabulously colored, filled with small bunches of your favorite stems.

Clockwise from Top Left: Image by Rebecca Thuss, glass vases by Ooh Events, hurricane vases on Brides.com, medicine jar vases on Brides.com, purple hued florals in tiny white vases by Brides.com, tarnished silver vases on Jamali Gardens

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Top Row Left to Right: boxes by Artfool and Bride.com / Center Row: by Farmer Julie / Bottom Row Left to Right: Michelle Rago and Rebecca Thuss

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Dress via Brides.com /  Drink photo by Union Photography via The Knot /  Pink bouquet via Martha Stewart /  Bunting from Not On the High Street / Invitation from Dauphine Press /  Raspberry sorbet photo /Stacked teacups via Country Living /  Centerpiece photo by Oakley Photography via TheKnot

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Art Glass Lanterns, West Elm; Bridesmaids dress, style 83362 in Watermelon-David’s Bridal; Peony in Green Vase-dkimages.com; Pink Satin Pumps-zoe.pixyblog.com; “Pink Peonies Bouquet”, Sanra Austoni-flickr.com; “Peony & Dots” invitation-einvite.com; Photo from lpwines.com; Namecards and tablesetting: Jenny & Chris, Rutherford, CA, brides.com

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Car by Wonderful Wedding Graffiti/Flowers by Fleurish Floral/Cake Topper on Brides.com/Milk Bottles by Alyssa Ettinger on Etsy/Boy and Girl by Bride and Bloom

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From Emily…(From Left to Right, Top to Bottom)

Photo #1:  Taken at Krug Estate Vineyard / Photo #2 & #3:  Snippet and Ink /Photo #4 Melissa Sweet via Brides.com / Photo #5 & 6 via Beau-Coup / Photo # 7 by Snippet and Ink / Photo #8 by TSOGB / Photo #9 lilribbers by Etsy / Photo #10 on Crafty Rachel Knot Bio

From Emily…

I think incorporating pops of blue and green will go perfectly with the brides preferred color scheme, definitely “shabby chic”.  I love the strands of ribbon with place cards attached.  This would be gorgeous blowing in the wind at the entrance of the reception.I think purchasing various vintage, antique vases and filling them with peonies, roses and gardenias would make beautiful centerpieces! I see this bride wearing a beautiful vintage inspired, lace gown.  The bow, sweet little lace flutter sleeves, and the buttons down the back are oh so romantic!

I think wine cork place cards would be perfect to sit at each guests seat. The candle wine corks would be great to place on the tables for a sweet glow, and romantic feel as the sun goes down during the reception. Considering the wedding is outdoors and in May, guests would probably appreciate having a fan to cool off with.  These beautiful raspberry colored fans would be so cute to sit on guests seats and you could possibly even tie the program to each guests fan.

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