a modern wedding - for free!

Yourfairytale wedding is having the giveaway of every bride's dream: a free wedding dress. And who wouldn't want one of these elegant gowns? Click here for a complete list of the rules. Good luck everyone!

a modern wedding

1. wedding dress by KHCF $450.00
2. cake topper by amtonyan $45.00
3. cocktail toothpicks by nicegifts $3.40

shopping for pretend

Are you as ready for winter as I am? I'm ready to whip out my charcoal grey and strut my winter stuff!


1. carly dress in oyster gray by mydearthing $88.00
2. sterling wrapped drop earrings by MaddyAnne $18.00
3. cloaked & buttoned booties by anthropologie $258.00
4. evie - hood cowl by smittenkittenorig $48.00
5. ez canvas bag by Kinies $45.00
6. gray dress with handmade flower by YongS $59.00

a modern wedding

1. the carrie skirt by Rohm $325.00
2. silver orchid bracelet by TheJewelryChateau $44.00
3. gardenia clay flower by SimplyByBex $30.00

shopping for pretend

So I'm two workouts closer to fitting into a dress this cute. It's one of the many items from Modcloth that I'm adding to my wishlist. Only I don't want to order until I certain I'm at my goal size. The necklace I can't seem to stop wearing. I love it so much that I've sought out a new outfit to go around it (I know, seems backwards). And the belt has been in my shopping cart for about two months. I can't seem to decide on the color yet.

1. afternoon company dress by Modcloth $52.99
2. tiny pink flower necklace by MaddyAnne $19.00
3. cream skinny belt by ByTheBelt $13.00

a modern wedding

I came across the lovely Carolinasoma in a chat room this morning and fell in love with her dresses! Of course I had to feature one. So enjoy this beach themed wedding picked around her beach dress.

1. beach dress by Carolinasoma $350.00
2. sea stars for your hair by dreamsbythesea $21.00
3. white skinny starfish barrette by LandlockedMermaids $18.00
4. your names written in the sand by braggingbags $9.99

a modern wedding

It seems like most of my finds have been coming from the front page on Etsy lately. The other day I spotted this beautiful Grecian dress which led me to this gorgeous dress. I'm loving this reconstructed vintage comb in the soft pink hues paired with the dress. And where there's soft pink, there must be sage green.

1. floor length dream dress by MagnolijaDRESS $250.00
2. judith - vintage millinery comb by whichgoose $45.00
3. simple stripe invitation by Cheerupcherup $4.00

featured artist

oneaviandaemon

isabel's picnic dress $150.00

Tell us a little about yourself. I’m Naomi from One Avian Daemon. I love to sew and to design clothes. I like anything with pockets and a twirly skirt, and I look best in dresses with a fitted waist, so you’ll find a lot of those things in my shop. When I’m not making clothes I work in a neuroscience lab where I have to wear a paper coat and shower caps on my feet, and daydream about beautiful dresses.

twirling halter dress $150.00

How did you become interested in creating? My godmother Neva taught me how to sew. When I was about seven she showed me how to thread a needle and tie a little knot in the end, and we made a small purple pillow. When I got older she showed me how to make curtains, doll clothes, and eventually my own clothes. She bought me my first sewing machine, and found me a summer job working for a costume designer. Neva was always very supportive of my sewing, and of anyone’s attempts to create anything. She died a few months ago and I miss her a lot. Since then I’ve started teaching a seven year old friend how to sew, and I like to think I’m carrying on in Neva’s tradition.

tightrope mini dress $80.00

What is your inspiration? The people who wear my dresses. I love custom orders, because I get to learn a bit about the customer and make the perfect dress for her. I’m inspired by all the beautiful variety of body shapes and personal styles. The clothes in my store have a fairly consistent look because they’re mostly the clothes I’ve made for myself, but I love the alchemy feature on Etsy, because it lets me work with people who have different body types and different styles.

sage green formal dress $210.00

What is your favorite piece you've made and why? I don’t really have a favorite piece, but lately I’ve been wearing my Seaside Seersucker Wrap Dress a lot. It’s nice for summer since it’s so light.

spotted on etsy

Time to lose the baby weight! What's my motivation? New clothes! I love dresses and can't wait to get into some cute ones. Here are some fabulous ones I've found on Etsy--and they're all beautifully handcrafted.

fringe dress by MyLolaFashion $119.00

vintage reconstruction dress by metamorphosisnyc $170.00

lotus cadence by seductive $63.00

fiorello dress by Lirola $145.00

olive grey asymmetrical dress by LaBronz

wind of change by aftershowershop $40.50

saffron dress by pamelatang $148.00

spring me summer dress by emilyelizabethcoutur $49.00

no sleep till brooklyn dress by GinaMicheleVintage $82.00

draped cocktail dress with bag by AliceCouture $325.00

coral runner dress by patriciavalery $78.00

a modern wedding

Earlier I came across this short and lovely in lace wedding dress that had me smiling at its sweet simplicity. I imagine the feel for a ceremony that fits this dress being serene and neutral with a touch of a happy color. In this wedding, modern elegance meets vintage charm in a sophisticated yet still comfortable event.

1. Lace Tiered Wedding Dress by yourfairytalewedding $599.00
2. Antique Cocktail Forks by Hammerman $15.00
3. Touch of Class Kissing Ball by AngelloftCreations $28.00
4. Engraved White Beach Pebbles by sjengraving $120.00

Be sure to visit the featured artist's shops.

shopping for pretend

I have to say, I am loving grays this year, and this flirty plaid dress is definitely being added to my wish list. Along with these silver flats that remind me of a modern Grecian goddess and this lovely peach handbag, you've got a soft ensemble ready for a walk by the shore.

1. Allison Wonderland Dress by shopwonderland $184.00
2. Mini Truffle in Peach by morelle $217.00
3. Seychelles Up and Away $59.95

a modern wedding

Something I really miss is having a wedding to plan. Sure, that was almost five years ago, but I still think of how I'd redo my special day if I could. Not that it wasn't perfect. But is one wedding really enough for a girl?

Here are some etsy finds that would be a good match for my "next" wedding. Well, maybe for a vow renewal in the upcoming years.

1. Anson Street Dress by TheWeddingCollection $2485.00
2. Passionate About Peonies by dkdesignshawaii $100.00
3. White Chiffon Clutch by HeidiCreations $105.00
4. Delicate Four Leaf Earrings by zulasurfing $55.00

Please post your wedding items if you have any others you'd like to share!

shopping for pretend

If you haven't noticed, I'm loving these honey bee earrings right now, and I've started thinking about something new that can go with them. These springy flower clips from a brand new Etsy shop are just darling (and they happen to be on sale). And I dream of having a waist to fit this lovely powder blue dress. There's only a few weeks left until that possibility can come true. :) Of course, there will most likely be several more weeks (or months) before it can ACTUALLY happen. A girl can dream though, I suppose...

Anywho, back to what's important. Check out these artist's shops for other great finds:

1. Light Blue Pleated Collar Dress by Ananya for $60.00
2. Honey Bee Earrings by MaddyAnne for $14.00
3. Lemon Lily Flower Clips by ShadesOfHeaven for $14.00

Shopping for Pretend

PRETEND SHOPPING

Mom's Day Out

It's a Wonderful Top in Grey $34.99

1970s Vintage Skirt $24.00

Stuart Weitsman 'Apron' Sandal $375.oo

Pretty at the Park

1980s Vintage Terry Cloth Shirt $16.00

Elizabeth and James - Drapery Silk Shorts $265.00

Calvin Klein "Kailey" $145.00

Night on the Town

Grecian Goddess Dress $129.00
Steve Madden - Nanciee Blush $79.95

Shopping for Pretend

Maddy's Wish List

After discovering sadieolive's Etsy shop yesterday, I've been in a very vintage mood. Pretend shopping online always seems to soothe my not-so-skinny-right-now blues.

Lirola
Spring Dress With Secret Garden Belt Bundle Listing

This dusty rose handmade dress with its soft drapes makes me want to pull out my lace gloves for a vintage tea party. Maybe when I'm not pregnant, I'll be able to fit in this.

SparklePeach
Triple Orchid Necklace in Gold

This dainty little necklace would nestle perfectly between the swooping collar of the dress.

whichgoose
sara - embellished vintage shoes (6)

Not that I wear a size 6 (more like a 9 and a half...on a good day), but I just LOVE these shoes! I've always been a fan of whichgoose's shop, and now that she's added some shoes just makes me want to follow up on her posts more.

DavieandChiyo
Pink Marshmallow

This gorgeous clutch is lined in silk and matches the dress perfectly! Not only that, but it's on sale!