Man About Town.

It's been a while since we touched on the subject of Groom's style, and I still stand by the fact that Male Celebrities with their glamorous events [and personal stylists] are an excellent way to get a feel for what is in right now.

In bringing you all this post, I am gorging myself on another of my celebrity crushes. What a good excuse to indulge, this blogging business!

Joseph Gordon Levitt has come a long way since his 3rd Rock From The Sun days, and so has his style.

I have no problem in basing a Groom's outfit on his style!

The left is is my favourite outift from all of these. I love the quirky Waistcoat! How about a casual t-shirt and blazer look for a morning-after brunch?

Having a casual wedding? Why not try suit trousers, with corresponding shirt, tie and jumper? Another option is an open collar and mismatched jacket and trousers.

I love the colours in this shot. The navy suit and burgandy tie... to die for!

Don't be afraid to mix those colours up!

Any requests for celebrity eye candy?!

What is your favourite groom look?

Breaking The Rules.

Boutonniere flowers have become badges.

Bouquets of roses have become bouquets of buttons.

White Wedding gowns have become any colour Wedding gowns.

So by today's DIY, personalised Wedding standards, who says Bridesmaids need to wear matching gowns, or even a dress?!

There are some adorable outfits around at the moment. Mismatching your ladies is definitely a trend, why not take it to the next level?
Here are a few of my favourite cute outfits.

  one, two, three, four

These are a few of my favourite things.... Link Love!

Ah, another week begins!
I hope you didn't get up to anything too strenuous over your weekend!
I have been out at various social occasions four nights in a row and have done some serious eating. I'm about ready for a meal at home!

I thought it would be nice to share a few links today!
I have been surfing the interwebs on my two days off in a row! *gasp* And I have stumbled upon some wonderful goodies.

Here are some of my favorite items from my web-surfing;

1.
MOUSTACHE MUGS!


Perfect gift for the groomsmen, don't you think?
These mugs cracked me up the first time I saw them. They make me think of the nose coffee cups.
By This man.
avilable here, here, here.

2.
Nommy Fleurs

How's about a gorgeous real wedding? Check out this beauty from Grey Likes Weddings.
I love the mix of herbs and flowers for the arrangements. Such a relaxed, romantic feel, and no panic stations required for the DIY flowers. Yum!

3.
Victoria n' Bird!

Lovely little Etsy Shop.
Lovely little Blog.
I find myself squeeing with excitement every time I find a new NZ vendor who makes amaaaaaaaaazing goodies. Those smock dresses are too cute!
Ohhhhh Emmmm Geeeeee!
Perfect little dresses for a day-after-wedding picnic, don't you think?

4.
Foxes.

I stumbled upon Victoria n' Bird as above, and subsequently stumbled upon Foxes.
Foxes = a treasure trove of contemporary design and handmade goodies by New Zealand Crafty types.
Yummo!
Below are some of my picks via Foxes;

one, two, three, four

I hope these yums have helped you through your mondayitis!
H x

Mix and match

Some delicious bridesmaid and bouquet inspiration for your thursday.

Row four is my personal favorite. I love Sarah Seven!

Peach dress- sarah seven,flowers via green wedding shoes, green dress- Dior, flowers- brides cafe, navy dress- kate unger, flowers via snippet and ink ,yellow dress- sarah seven, flowers- brides cafe, Dress- Phillip Lim, flowers- brides cafe.

Flashing, Lights

I am the first to admit that I am not the most fashion forward out of the team here at The Ivory Dahlia. But I have stumbled across some lovely hair styles, and a few frocks from 'Hollywoodland' in my web surfing. So thought I would give the fashion/beauty side of things a go!

If I could have anybody's hair, it would be Kristen Stewart's. It makes me wish my hair would grow longer than shoulder length. =[
This hairstyle almost makes me weak at the knees! It would look perfect at a low key wedding, and wouldn't need a veil!

I would also like to introduce you to my new favourite Hollywood couple. Shia LaBeouf and Carey Mulligan. I saw "An Education" last month, and fell in love with Carey Mulligan. These are two of the most stylish celebrities around. I love her short crop, and the Vintage-Modern style they have both adopted. Love love love!
The style on the left is sooooo cute for a wedding! Imagine teaming that with a birdcage veil. Adorable!
And the dress on the right? I have no words. The colour is gorgeous. And the silhouette is to die for.

image credits; Kristen, Shia&Carey,

Do you have any Hollywood fashion favourites right now?
I'm looking at far too many beautiful dresses!

New Zealand fashion- Cybele

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We are in love with these gorgeous looks from New Zealand's own Cybele

Picture your bridesmaids in these styles.

See more here

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Outdoor images photographed by Olivia Hemus. Other images via Cybele website

look book-Makeup

From pretty to glamorous to dark and mysterious. Makeup will complete your look for the big day so here are some of the latest makeup trends to help you choose.