Old, new, borrowed, and... stylishly blue
If a bride carries each item in the English poem "Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue, and a silver sixpence in her shoe" her marriage will be fortuitous and filled with love, according to legend. Even the most tradition-allergic brides can find something whimsical in the rhyme.
Something old? The antique lace veil passed down through generations. Something new? Your smashing strapless dress, of course. And something borrowed? Your best friend's pearl earrings.
But wait: No blue in your bouquet or color scheme? No worries. Pick a detail that reflects your personality and aesthetic. You could pin a simple vintage blue ribbon to the underside of your gown. Or, snag Ray-Ban's iconic shades in funky aqua. Wear them for your beach wedding and happily ever after.
Ray-Ban Wayfarers, $139.95, from Sunglass Hut, www.sunglasshut.com
Retro brides and stylistas: Meet your "it" accessory: shades so cool, you'll want to wear your sunglasses at night and all reception long.
Heart silver key charm, $100 ($150 with chain), from
It's no secret who holds the key to your heart. Playfully announce your devotion with this silver necklace, part of Tiffany's crave-worthy "Keys" collection.
Aqua strand necklace, $88, from SBG Designs, www.sbgdesigns.com Forget pearls. Quartz beads are chunky and modern, but the delicate, pale-blue color won't overwhelm the rest of your tying-the-knot ensemble.
Dandyapple bobby hair pins, $6/set of 2, from Etsy, www.etsy.com
Most bobby-pin varieties aren't hardy enough for a bouquet, but you can still put the exotic flower on display with these satin hair pins. Secure one or two into a sleek updo for a hint of color.
Unforgettable Moments Diana T-strap peep toe, $44.99, from Payless, www.unforgettablemoments.com
Who says wedding shoes have to be ivory and bejeweled? There's something a little sassy about bright blue T-straps peeking out from under layers of tulle and lace. Lela Rose's dyeable collection for Payless comes in 64 colors and several modern styles. Be warned: The colors on the website aren't true-to-life. Stop by a Payless store to see the swatches in person before placing an order.
Middleburg Folk Art Studio Blue Bird cake topper, $63, from Etsy, www.etsy.com
Blue birds are a symbol of love - which spurred Middleburg Folk Art Studio to create this too-cute cake topper out of papier-mache;. All materials used are recycled, so these birds are also green.
Confetti-dot wide-band halter top and hipster, $46/top and $44/bottom, from J. Crew, www.jcrew.com
How about some blue for your honeymoon with this throwback polka-dot bikini? Lounge like a pinup girl and sip something with an umbrella - you deserve it. 