Bridesmaid Portraits & Though Very Humble

Holly Darling July 11, 2012

Yesterday, sweet Linda shared an outfit she would wear if she were attending my wedding (adorable outfit, by the way, no?). I also mentioned that she actually did have a small part in said wedding, and I would love to share it with you today!

You see, Linda happens to be a super talented artist. Besides posting her daily outfits and illustrations over at Little Tin Soldier, she also runs a cute little etsy shop- Though Very Humble, where she sells custom illustrations. (seriously - check it out. Too cute).

So I asked Linda to do portraits of myself with each of my bridesmaids (and flower girl) as gifts to all of them. And I could not be any happier with the way they came out. Seriously, how amazing are these?! I framed them, wrapped them up all pretty, and gave them to my girls at our rehearsal dinner. And you know what? They loved them too. I mean, how could they not? Seriously. Seriously.

So go check out Though Very Humble and all of it’s adorable-ness. I promise you, you won’t be disappointed.

And, why yes - that is a sneak peek of my dress, in illustration form :)

Guest Post: Linda of Little Tin Soldier

Holly Darling July 10, 2012

Hey Everyone! While I’m away getting hitched and enjoying our honeymoon, I’ve asked a few friends to step in for me and keep HollyDolly alive and running.

Today we have Linda from Little Tin Soldier. Linda is the sweetest. And she has even had a part in my wedding planning (come back tomorrow for that)! But today, I’ve extended a virtual invitation, and asked her to come up with her best wedding guest outfit.

Hello, Holly Dolly readers! I’m Linda from Little Tin Soldier, and I’m absolutely tickled to be a virtual attendee at Holly’s wedding. Over the past couple of years, Holly has become my go-to crafting friend. She’s creative, sweet, and darling. I know she’s going to be a beautiful bride (a little bird might have shown me pictures).

Summer weddings are my favorite; they always include bright sunshine, pretty flowers, and cool treats. For weddings, keep your attire ladylike to ensure attention is focused on the most important lady— the bride! A polished sundress or a simple blouse and skirt combination in pastel colors work the best for me. I added a fun, handmade necklace because Holly loves arts and crafts, and the clutch easily holds a phone or digital camera for pictures.

Now, if we lived in England, I would top off the entire ensemble with an incredible fascinator, perhaps one with a little prancing pug and flowers. But instead of a crazy hat, I’ll bring along a sweet little card.

Congratulations to Holly and Zach!

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Outfit details:
Top: Soft Joie
Skirt: Thrifted (silk)
Clutch: Andé (vintage)
Wedges: Nine West

Linda P.

I style, draw, doodle, and storytell at little tin soldier

Find me on Twitter @littletinlinda

Visit my little design co. THOUGH VERY HUMBLE

Guest Post: Meanz of Koi Story

Holly Darling July 6, 2012

Hey Everyone! While I’m away getting hitched and enjoying our honeymoon, I’ve asked a few friends to step in for me and keep HollyDolly alive and running.

Today we have Meanz from Koi Story. I’ve asked her to share an outfit that she would wear if attending my wedding.

what i wore:

mint green vintage dress from Hill Vintage (similar)

light tan heels from Target (similar)

leaf ring from Icing

dconstruct resin bracelets from DMAC gift shop (similar)

Hello Holly Dolly readers, Meanz here from Koi Story! I am so excited that Holly asked me to guest post for her while she’s off getting married! She’s actually getting married tomorrow! Isn’t that excited, I am so happy for her.

So, Holly asked me to pick out what I would wear if I were going to her wedding, and what is better than a mint green vintage dress!? I think that mint green is such a perfect summer color because it’s so cool and refreshing. I also paired it with minimal accessories so the dress gets all the attention!

Tell me about your perfect wedding attending outfit!

Bits & Pieces: Wedding Preview

Holly Darling July 4, 2012

You guys, It’s almost here. In just three days….. I’m getting hitched. I know, right?! I can’t believe it’s almost here. The last year of planning, and working, and DIY-ing is all coming together now. I’m excited. But nervous. But excited. And anxious. AAAAAAH, this is crazy.

(photo by Lindsay DeDario Photography)

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(photo by Lindsay DeDario Photography)

So this is where I leave you. But don’t worry, I didn’t forget about you! While I’m gone for the next few weeks, I have some friends lined up with some fantastic guest posts, as well as a few things I have prepared for you myself. So don’t go anywhere!

Well then. Au revoir, my friends. I’ll see you all in 3 weeks!

(p.s - if you want a sneak peek at any of our wedding and honeymoon adventures before I’m back, follow along with me on Instagram (username: hollyjollydolly). I’m going to be stepping away from my computer for a few weeks, but that doesn’t mean I won’t sneak in a little Iphone action:))

Blogiversary (And A Winner!)

Holly Darling July 2, 2012

Hey guys, It’s my blog birthday! Two years ago, I started this blog. If things weren’t so crazy right now, I might be able to properly celebrate, or at least come up with some better words. But my mind is a little pre-occupied right now. So instead, check out HollyDolly’s Archive. It’s awesome. Fo Realz.