Some wedding traditions have had their day but lots of brides still love the idea of incorporating ‘something old, something new, something borrowed, and something blue’ in to their wedding attire. Some of course are easier to tick off the list than others – you can borrow some jewellery from your mam, wear an old pair of earrings or your favourite perfume and of course you’ve your brand new amazing guna as your something new. But the blue part can be a bit trickier – in a sea of white or ivory, a lot of brides are looking to keep the blue part hidden. So we’ve rounded up some of the best ‘something blue’ ideas we’ve come across whether you’re looking to have your something blue as your own little secret or don your blue for all to see…
1. Wedding Shoes
There are lots of sneaky ways to work blue in to your wedding shoes – you can go all out and sport a beautiful pair of blue heels like these Badgley Mischka’s or if you prefer something a little more subtle, you could try your hand at painted blue soles. Some designers like Charlotte Olympia are actually making the job easier for you and are incorporating a little something blue on to each shoe design but if your budget understandably doesn’t stretch to designer shoes, some bow clips (available from Etsy) would be an adorable addition to your shoes.
Or if you’d rather keep your blue hidden, you can pick up ‘I Do’ stickers for the soles of your shoes in sparkly blue in the weddingsonline Shop or you can get your partner or bridal party to write a heartfelt message on the soles of your wedding shoes in blue ink.
2. Hidden Hearts
For those of you that don’t want your blue in plain view, a hidden blue heart could be a winner. Use fabric from a lost loved one’s clothing or your Dad or partner’s shirt to make it all the more meaningful.
3. Blue Bow
Sweet and simple, pin a tiny blue bow to the back of your dress to get your something blue fix. You can easily make your own fabric bow, or if you’re after a more personalised approach, NotontheHighstreet have a bridal tag that allows you to have a heartfelt message engraved!
4. Label Love
Thrifty brides have been making their something blue all the more personal (and secret) by stitching a cute message, the wedding date or the new partner’s name on their wedding dress. You can also pick up personalised labels that you can sew in to your dress – it’ll work as a sentimental keepsake and you get your something blue in there too on the QT.
5. Blue Bouquet
If you’re looking for a cute way to have a subtle ‘something blue’– introduce some blue flowers in to your bridal bouquet with some sweet bluebells or Alkanets.
If you don’t like the idea of blue flowers, use some tulle or blue ribbon (stripes could be fun too) to tie your blooms together.
6. Blue Nails
If you’re after a fun way to work in this tradition, use your nails as a palette for your something blue. If you’d rather a more classic polish for your finger nails, give your toenails a lick of powder blue or add a tiny blue heart as a cute and subtle nod to the tradition.
7. Blue Garter
Another way to work a hint of blue in to your wedding attire is through your lingerie – something as simple as a blue trim or teensy bow will do the trick. Your wedding garter (if you choose to don one for the day) is also a practical way to tick your something blue off your list, Florrie Mitton and Liberty in Love have some oh-so-pretty options.
8. Tears of Joy Hankie
If you’re sure to shed a few happy tears, have a hankie at the ready. It’s also a cute way to work in a hint of blue – vintage hankies are all the rage and you can pick up some really quaint designs with embroidered blue touches.
9. Blue Pin
If you’re looking to possibly tie in your old and blue and keep them hidden, this cute idea will work a treat. Attach a brooch (or a pin with your something blue hanging on it) to the lining of your dress or your bridal bouquet so only you know it’s there.
10. Blue Jewels
For brides that want to bring a dash of colour to their wedding day look, a blue statement necklace, earrings or bracelet is an easy way to incorporate beautiful blue. Browse the weddingsonline jewellery supplier directory for ideas for your Big Day accessories.
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