Flower Crowns from Always Ari

Summer is almost here, and all I see are poolside days, beachfront eating, and lovely days enjoyed outside. I love summer, but what I love even more, are summer weddings. As you know by now, I am obsessed with all things wedding, and when you throw it in the summer months, my heart is happy.  Summers in Southern California are just perfect. The weather is breathtaking, sunshine is shining oh so brightly, and the stunning beaches are simply amazing. So, to make things even more fabulous, add some gorgeous head accessories for the summer brides and their maids, and it is a perfect summer day. My current obsession?  Flower crowns. They are trending right now, and I can see why. I  instantly want to infuse every inch of my life in beautiful florals; wildly glamorous, uber bright, bohemian floral crown kinds of florals. I found something pretty lovely in my inbox which I am super thrilled to share. Gorgeous floral crowns all beautifully designed and put together by the fabulous and oh so talented Arianna Garibo of Always Ari. Five lovely floral crowns are about to inspire you, and bring you a sudden burst of gorgeousness.

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  • Mauve Colored Flower Crown: A full headed flower crown which is one color all wrapped around in the most beautiful of ways. Simple, lovely, and just so gorgeous.
Model: Dessie Mitchison
Photographer: Brosius Photographics
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  • Peaches and Cream Crown: A peach and cream floral arrangement full of gorgeous cream and peach roses and rose buds.  Perfect for the bride who wants to have a total boho/hippie look. 
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  • Hydrangea Crown: A quarter size flower halo, in white hydrangeas. This size is bit more casual. It is something you can wear daily. It can add a total chic touch to a simple crop top and jean shorts.  It also can be wore in so many different ways: Either as it is shown in the above image as a way to separate a girls side part, worn as a regular head band or even to decorate a pony or bun! Don’t like white? Don’t worry, this style comes in all different flowers and colors. Whatever color you love!
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  • Half Flower Crown: This half head halo in yellow roses and a leather strap is gorgeous! A more casual look with the leather strap, and then add a pop of color, and it can make any outfit stand out.  Imagine your bridesmaids wearing this gorgeous piece to compliment their dresses and bring together the whole wedding look. How cute will this be for an outside garden wedding?
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  • Crystal Vine Halo:  This one is my absolute favorite piece. I love them all, but if I had to choose,  this one is so pretty. This crown is all about the pink crystal vine which wraps around and creates a beautiful hair accessory. It gives an almost fairy-princess feel, for a boho princess bride. The crystals come in pink, clear, blue and green. How cute is this look when paired with a neutral high-low, flowy dress, leaf ring, bangles and pop of color stretchy bracelets? A total bohemian look. This look is darling and perfect for a bridal shower. Simply stunning!
Model: Dessie Mitchison
Photography :Martin Zen

Top Five Bridal Hair Accessory Trends

I love accessories! Whether it is a rose gold oversized watch, colored bangles, or a fabulous purse, accessories make the outfit! So why not accessorize on wedding day? Hair accessories are one the ways that a bride can make her wedding gown stand out.  What are the hottest hair accessory trends?

We asked hair expert, Gina Ludwig who is the director and owner of Hair Comes the Bride, to tell us! Ready to find out whats hot?

  • Embellished Hair Flowers: Hair flowers have been popular for a few years now, but we are now seeing more brides opt for a hair flower that is embellished. How stunning!

  • A Pop of Color: Who says your hair accessory has to be white?  Perfect for a destination wedding, you can keep it fun with a vibrant tropical hair flower.  I love it!

  • Anything Vintage Inspired: From the 1920s to the 1970s.  Anything vintage is hot right now. I love this Audrey Hepburn inspired mini tiara, it is so vintage!

  • Bold Signature Pieces: It seems as though brides are going one way or another.  Either natural and understated, or they are choosing to make a statement with a bold signature piece. Bold is better! Look how fabulous this look is.
  • Celebrity Inspired: Celebrity inspired pieces are some of our most popular.  From Kate Middleton’s tiara to the Twilight comb, to this replica of Kim Kardashian’s rhinestone headband. Gorgeous!