As some of you know, my husband & I moved to Portland last Fall & we were gleeful with how many small businesses would suit our needs from now on: local beauty products, decorations, plants, vintage furniture, handmade dresses & linens – everything we needed to start a new home we could buy from a small business in our neighborhood.
Then Coronavirus happened. And like many of you planning weddings, we had to shift buying nearly all necessities (aside from food & thankfully flowers!) online. My plans to shop small & shop local were thwarted – I felt so defeated – then I remembered our Bridal Musings bestie, Etsy!
Whether you're searching for your dream wedding dress, bridesmaid dresses, engagement & wedding rings, wedding favors, stationery, linens, ribbons, signage, lighting or decor, Etsy has literally everything you could want in handmade & vintage form for your wedding.
So, even if your favorite neighborhood shops you planned to source from are temporarily closed or worse, out of business, you can still “shop small” and support artisans & small businesses thanks to Etsy‘s massive platform of creative entrepreneurs.
Better yet, if you still want to support your local community you can specify “shop location” in the filters as you shop to find local artisans in your area.
To inspire you, I decided to pick a trending theme & show how literally everything you need is on Etsy (& chic & affordable!)
A Whimsical Botanical Wedding…
Wedding Dress
Pink Wedding Dress by Angellure Bridal via Etsy
Tulle Wedding Dress by Sumarokova Bridal via Etsy
Akvile High-Low Two-Piece Wedding Dress by Jurgita Bridal
Engagement Ring
Pink Pear Morganite 14k Gold Engagement Ring by Melissa Tyson Designs via Etsy
Bridal Shoes
Floral Beaded Lace Bridal Heel by Bella Belle Shoes via Etsy
Andora Bridal Flats by Bella Belle Shoes via Etsy
Wedding Veil
Mantilla Lace Cathedral Veil by Sibo Designs via Etsy
Bridesmaid Dresses
Silk Cowl Neck Bridesmaid Dress by Undressed Shop via Etsy
Bridesmaid Jewelry
Real Pressed Pansy Earrings by Petal Connection via Etsy
Bridal Robe
Vintage Lace Bridal Robe by Mary Had a Little Lace via Etsy
Flower Crown
Hydrangea Dried Flower Crown by H Botanics Weddings via Etsy
Groom's Tie & Pocket Square
Josh & Fi Tie & Pocket Square by The Tie Garden via Etsy
Wedding Bands
Fields Hammered 14k Recycled Gold Wedding Band by Melissa Tyson Designs via Etsy
Wedding Stationery & Invitations
Floral Wedding Invitation Suite by Margaux Paperie via Etsy
Table Numbers
Pressed Flower Table Number by Smith & the Magpie via Etsy
Silk Ribbons
Botanical Dyed Silk Ribbon by Lancaster & Cornish via Etsy
Floral Confetti
Biodegradable Flower Confetti by Posh and Sparkle via Etsy
Plateware
Mix & Match Vintage Floral China Plates from Second City Treasures via Etsy
Candles
Handmade Dried Floral Candles by Old Nicks Witchery via Etsy
Table Linens
Rose Quartz Sweetheart Table Runner by Linen Lark via Etsy
Wedding Cake Topper
Just Married Bunting Wedding Cake Topper by Friendly Events via Etsy
Ring Box
French Oval Velvet Ring Box by Beloved Fine Jewels via Etsy
Wedding Favors
Custom Seed Wedding Favors by Plain Jane 2424 via Etsy
Custom Botanical Tea Favors by Mesnet via Etsy
Handkerchiefs
Mix & Match Vintage Floral Handkerchiefs from The Little Irish Shop via Etsy
We'll stop there because…whew we could spend all day on Etsy! If you're looking for even more online shoppables here are our favorite things on sale right now across the internet and here's everything you might need to buy for your wedding.
Is Coronavirus effecting your wedding plans & dress shopping? Find all of our COVID-19 wedding help here & don’t miss our Virtual Wedding Guide to help plan your digital day!
