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20 Fun Photo Ideas for Your Thank-You Cards

One of your first (and more important) post-wedding tasks is to send out your thank-you cards. Many couples include a wedding photo with each cards, either through a custom design or by placing a photo inside the card. But how do you choose the perfect photo for your cards? Make your job easier by planning ahead and taking a picture specifically for your cards. Here, 20 creative ideas we love.

By: Kristen Klein

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20 Fun Photo Ideas for Your Thank-You Cards

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August 2

Photo credit: 

Carolina K. Smith M.d. / Dreamstime.com

Tip of the Day: If your budget doesn't allow a lot of wiggle room for photography, find a professional photographer without a wedding portfolio. "By finding a professional photographer who specializes in portraits with experience of shooting your big day will help them expand their portfolio and provide your wedding budget with a large discount," says Serban Enache, CEO of Dreamstime.com.

Plus, check out 20 Insanely Cute Wedding Photos to Cheer You Up.

August 1

Photo credit: 

Ashley Brooke Designs

Tip of the Day: Take some time to craft a heartfelt thank-you speech to say on your big day. And, don't forget to thank others for their wedding help throughout the entire planning process, not just on your wedding day. Think: Your groom, parents, in-laws, bridesmaids, vendors, and wedding planner. You should also send each a handwritten thank-you note to express your appreciation as well.

Plus, check out 25 Ways to Give Thanks at Your Wedding.

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25 White Wedding Cakes the Traditionalist Will Love

The white wedding cake is so underrated — its traditional reputation is often pushed aside in favor of the bold and the beautiful seen on today's modern cakes, rife with color, unexpected details, and trendy adornments. But that's not to say white hasn’t got flair of its own — there’s something timeless about its beauty, and if traditional isn’t your thing, there are plenty of ways to give it a re-spin for a fresh take without compromising its ability to stand the test of time. Just take a look at these ideas.

By: Hillary Hoffower

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  • White Wedding Cake

    White Wedding Cake

    White-on-white icing stripes create a minimalist and contemporary feel, while a cacti cake topper adds a pop of color and desert whimsy.

  • White Wedding Cake

    White Wedding Cake

    Frosted rosettes lend this buttercream cake traditional romance, emphasized by long, slender tapered candles and a brass cake stand.

    Photo Credit: White Loft Studio

  • White Wedding Cake

    White Wedding Cake

    A small two-tiered cake offers simple, clean lines adorned with fondant flowers for a timeless look.

    Photo Credit: Josh Gruetzmacher / Cake by The Whole Cake

  • White Wedding Cake

    White Wedding Cake

    Pastel confections top this single-tier cake for some springtime charm.

    Photo Credit: Paula O’Hara

  • White Wedding Cake

    White Wedding Cake

    An assortment of wild feathers bring Old West elegance to a three-tiered cake.

    Photo Credit: Pablo Laguia

  • White Wedding Cake

    White Wedding Cake

    Simple white is jazzed up with effortless texture and botanical organics.

    Photo Credit: Loft Photography LLC

  • White Wedding Cake

    White Wedding Cake

    A crepe-like texture and wild festoon of roses and brambles combine for pure romantic elegance with a hint of vintage.

  • White Wedding Cake

    White Wedding Cake

    From faux pearls and swirls to ruffles and pleats, white fondant details create an air of grand opulence.

    Photo Credit: Caroline Studios

  • White Wedding Cake

    White Wedding Cake

    This towering masterpiece takes the classic white cake for a slightly modern spin, mixing rounded and square tiers, while cascading fondant florals and white ribbons bring a traditional touch.

  • White Wedding Cake

    White Wedding Cake

    Inspired by an English garden, this floral lace patterned cake is sweet not just in taste, but in its intricate and delicate details as well.

    Photo Credit: Blaine Siesser

  • White Wedding Cake

    White Wedding Cake

    A white-on-white polka dot pattern manages to be both playful and sophisticated, edged with gold ribbon and a modern cake topper for a bit of spunk.

    Photo Credit: The Twins

  • White Wedding Cake

    White Wedding Cake

    Iced rivets give this cake a sleek, refined feel understated in beauty.

  • White Wedding Cake

    White Wedding Cake

    Cable knit details and a topper of pinecones and berries make this miniature confection ideal for a festive holiday wedding.

    Photo Credit: Cornelia Lietz

  • White Wedding Cake

    White Wedding Cake

    This unique cake is balls of fun, with white sugar ball details brimming the edges of both tiers for a bubbly look.

    Photo Credit: Ryan Flynn Photography

  • White Wedding Cake

    White Wedding Cake

    Effortless meets polished in thick spreads of icing that give glimpse to the naked cake underneath. Fresh floral and fauna add color in traditional tones.

  • White Wedding Cake

    White Wedding Cake

    Three square tiers take on floral details with a dash of vineyard chic.

    Photo Credit: Jose Villa

  • White Wedding Cake

    White Wedding Cake

    A buttercream cake plays up mouthwatering texture with fresh dahlias and garden accents for a rustic charm.

    Photo Credit: Ashley Photography

  • White Wedding Cake

    White Wedding Cake

    A trio of cakes get a taste of seaside elegance, with floral adornments in hues that mimic the ocean and clamshell toppers.

    Photo Credit: Ether and Smith

  • White Wedding Cake

    White Wedding Cake

    This beauty gets a soft Hawaiian bent with tropical ferns perched on every tier.

  • White Wedding Cake

    White Wedding Cake

    Perched on a gilded pedestal and dressed in a waterfall of fondant, this four-tiered cylindrical cake is every bit classic.

  • White Wedding Cake

    White Wedding Cake

    A square cake is summertime fine, accented with bold green and fresh citrus.

  • White Wedding Cake

    White Wedding Cake

    Lavish fondant features of lace, pearls, and plush quilt, trimmed with a ring of sparkle, take a cue from the 1920s.

  • White Wedding Cake

    White Wedding Cake

    More disk shaped than cylindrical, this silky cake has a mod feel and dash of sophistication.

    Photo Credit: Mint Photography

  • White Wedding Cake

    White Wedding Cake

    Macrame-inspired details and amethyst-hued flowers make this cake a bohemian masterpiece, a look completed with an indie chic suspended display of tassels, wood, and foliage.

    Photo Credit: Jordan Voth

  • White Wedding Cake

    White Wedding Cake

    The white cake gets a rustic feel with a semi-naked finish and organic topper of greenery and blueberries.

    Photo Credit: Whitney Heard

25 White Wedding Cakes the Traditionalist Will Love

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Melt-Proof Makeup for Summer Weddings

These warm-weather tips from the experts will keep you looking gorgeous from dawn to dusk.

By: Kayla Hayes

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  • Eyes

    Eyes

    To avoid a makeup meltdown Kimara Ahnert, New York City-based makeup artist and beauty expert advises opting for waterproof mascara.

    Try: YSL Beauté Volume Effet Faux Cils Waterproof Mascara

  • Lips

    Lips

    "Less is more during the summer," says Chanel Temple, a resident makeup artist at Hourglass Cosmetics. “Wear a pop of color on your cheeks and lips — it will elevate your look.”

    Try: Hourglass Opaque Liquid Lipstick in Canvas

  • Face

    Face

    To freshen up post-ceremony, Lijha Stewart, director of artistry and education at Make Up For Ever, suggests having loose powder on hand to remove excess oil and shine.

    Try: Make Up For Ever Super Matte Loose Powder

  • Face

    Face

    "Properly prepped and primed skin will ensure long-lasting makeup during your nuptials," explains Keri Blair, MAC Cosmetics senior artist.

    Try: MAC Prep + Prime Zone Treatment

  • Hair

    Hair

    “Have a stylist blow out your hair the day before with products that offer great control and style memory,” says Matt King, stylist at Fox & Jane

    Try: R+Co Motorcycle Flexible Gel

  • Hair

    Hair

    "To combat frizz and humidity without weighing down the hair, apply product only on the ends," states Allison Rappel, a colorist at Antonio Prieto Salon.

    Try: Kérastase Paris Discipline Spray

  • Face

    Face

    Hydrated skin is paramount for achieving an oil- and shine-free face explains Rebecca Restrepo, Elizabeth Arden global makeup artist.

    Try: Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Miracle Hydrating Mist

  • Face

    Face

    “In addition to the SPF you layer on for skincare, use a foundation that contains SPF if you’ll be spending all day outside,” Restrepo counsels.

    Try: Charlotte Tilbury Magic Foundation SPF 15

  • Eyes

    Eyes

    "Avoid chunky glitter or anything with a lot of texture, and go for velvety formulas with a soft iridescence or matte finish," says Ashlee Glazer, Smith & Cult beauty ambassador.

    Try: Smith & Cult Book of Eyes Eye Quad in Interlewd

Melt-Proof Makeup for Summer Weddings

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