Not everyone wants to slice a cake on the big day. Above are some photos to inspire you to think outside of the box when it comes to choosing the right "cake" for your wedding day. After much browsing on Pinterest and the web, the possibilities are endless. We've even come across a beer can wedding cake for the groom! The most popular kind of cakes seem to be cupcakes or doughnuts, but we like the idea of going the cookie route--imagine the flavor options!

source: stylemepretty.com, 100layercake.com, and chicvintagebrides.com

If your wedding is in the spring, summer, fall or winter you can grab inspiration from a rustic style wedding. Especially if your reception takes place outdoors, it is great to utilize the natural elements of the space around you. Pick up accents from the wood in your chairs to the trees and greenery around your tables to help play up your rustic themed tabletop. Not only is it unique and simple, but many of the supplies are cheaper than some other decor options.

Take a cue from some of these weddings and bring out your outdoors-y side! Other inspirations as well: 1 // 2 // 3
**Images from our Pinterest and stylemepretty, oncewed, and 100layercake

Congratulations to our 2013 VOW Bridal Booth Winners! All of the displays were especially spectacular this year.

 

Best in Show
First Place - Farm Fresh
Second Place - Just Cupcakes
Honorable Mention - The Team of Style Events, Stage Right Lighting, AFR Event Furniture and Affordable Luxury Event Rentals

 

Marketplace
First Place - Nancy Rosen Events & Paperdolls Stationary & Invitations
Second Place - Twisted Sisters Gourmet Cupcakes

 

Best Table Top
First Place - Black Iris Floral Events
Second Place - Graceful Design

 

Non Industry
First Place - Ice Art
Second Place - Matthew Edward
Honorable Mention - Unique Sweets & Accessories

 

People's Choice
First place - Gourmet Gang
Second Place - Emily Weddings
Third Place - Cavalier Golf & Yacht Club
Honorable Mention - Chef by Design Catering
Honorable Mention - Vivid Expressions

 

Farm Fresh

Just Cupcakes

Style Events, Stage Right Lighting, AFR Event Furniture and Affordable Luxury Event Rentals

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March 31,2012
Evening Reception at Half Moone Celebration in Norfolk
Cathy is the owner of East Beach Catering
Photography by Grant and Deb Photographers

Visit the Vow Bride Magazine Booth
at these upcoming Wedding Shows for 2013

**Unforgettable Weddings Bridal Expo**
Sunday, April 21, 2013
2:00pm to 5:00pm
The Williamsburg Hotel & Conference Center
50 Kingsmill Road Williamsburg, VA 23185

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**Unique Weddings Bridal Expo**
Sunday, September 22, 2013
2:00pm to 5:00pm
Great Wolf Lodge
549 E. Rochambeau Drive
Williamsburg, VA 23188

**Bridal Open House**
Friday, April 19, 2013
7:00pm to 9:00pm
Coucoon Signature Salon & Spa
1556 Laskin Road #132
Virginia Beach, VA 23454

**Bridal Boot Camp Wedding Expo**
Jul 28, 2013
Crowne Plaza Hampton Marina Hotel
700 Settlers Landing Road, Hampton, VA 23669

**Distinctive Weddings Bridal Expo**
Aug 25, 2013
Holiday Inn Va Beach-Norfolk Hotel & Conference Center
5655 Greenwich Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23462

**Unique Weddings Bridal Expo**
Sep 22, 2013
Great Wolf Lodge Williamsburg
549 E. Rochambeau Drive, Williamsburg, VA 23188

**Show 50**
Nov 24, 2013
The Founders Inn and Spa
5641 Indian River Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23464

**Winter Blast Wedding Show**
Jan 19, 2014
Newport News Marriott at City Center
740 Town Center Drive, Newport News, VA 23606

**Spring Love Wedding Show**
Mar 30, 2014
Princess Anne Country Club
3800 Pacific Avenue, Virginia Beach, VA 23451

Tangerine Tango! Speak Out Against Hunger

Tuesday, September 18th 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Cavalier Golf and Yacht Club

1052 Cardinal Road | Virginia Beach

"Sept. 6 marks the start of the Hunger Action Month "Go Orange" campaign by foodbanks here and nationwide. Orange is the color of hunger...Partnering with other organizations, the Virginia Peninsula Foodbank and the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore will promote events, activities and food drives to bring awareness to hunger." - Lakeshia Artis from Inside Business

Tangerine Tango

Co-chairs: Kim Wadsworth and Robin Simmons

Fashion, Libations*, Auction, Bites, and Entertainment

Tickets $40 in advance at

http://foodbank.ticketbud.com/tangerine-tango-fashion-show

757.627.6599 for more information

*Cash bar. First beverage included with ticket purchase.

Keep your wedding simple with a bold color like navy. Use accent colors like blush, grey, and creams.  Try a bold pattern, or mix up place settings with table cards, and natural elements. 

KIM WADSWORTH | Editor In Chief Growing up in the fashion industry of New York City, Kim Wadsworth continues her lifelong relationship between beauty, fashion and style with the creation of Vow Bride. The genesis of the publication was based on a need Kim sensed growing in the Hampton Roads community in 2000 to offer a visually exciting resource guide for brides marrying in Virginia. For over a decade, she has sourced out new venues and vendors specializing in weddings; showcasing what they can do to make the day beyond extraordinary. Editorial spreads gracing the pages of Vow Bride have been photographed in every possible Virginian location: from wineries and plantations, to beaches and museums. Continually excited about the unlimited realm of possibilities offered to brides choosing Virginia and more specifically, Hampton Roads as the place to tie the knot, Kim is thrilled that readers will now be able to experience the magazine and all it has to offer, on line as well.

Vow Bride is recognized as the wedding resource for brides looking for decidedly different vendors to make their "day of " dreams come true. Vow was recently awared Honorable Mention for "Wedding Wonderland" and the Silver for "The Big Idea."  Also, it was the recipient of the 2011 Gold GAMMA magazine award for Best Single issue, Vow Bride continues to raise the bar on "visual ingenuity and informative content it offers readers." The wedding possibilities in Hampton Roads and beyond are endless. What a thrill to share all of our extraordinary vendors and locations with brides in search of the perfect place to celebrate this once-in-a-lifetime day! We hope you enjoy this interactive site and that it continues to be a 'Go To' place for all of your bridal needs.