REMEMBERING THE FIRST FIVE YEARS

Okay, okay—we were totally mocking the suggestion of writing down a line a day about the first five years of your marriage.  But then we thought back to The Notebook and how we shamelessly bawled our eyes out over Noah, Allie, and the story-of-their-love twist ending. Sigh. In that love-of-my-life-has-Alzheimer's-and-she-can't-remember-me (yes, we're spoiling it, and, no, we don't care) light, we fully rescind the snide comments we were set to make about this five year journal.  Record away, happy couples. Write down every first kiss and big fight. If nothing else, it'll make for excellent reading material for your grandchildren the day they uncover it in your dusty old attic.  

$17.96 at barnesandnoble.com

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MASON JAR PIES

There's only so much fondant this world can take, so kudos to the bride who replaces an overly-iced wedding cake for dozens of All Jarred Up's adorable little mason jar pies. We're suckers for the grape for obvious reasons (helloooo little heart), but the pecan, pear, and banana bread renditions sound mighty tasty, too.  

$7 to $11 each at etsy.com 

BRIDESMAID "THANK YOU" STATIONERY

From little Audrey Hepburns to L.A. stylistas, Hanna Nation's Gadabout stationery line is filled with all sorts of fashionable ladies.   And what a wonderful coincidence—so is your bridesmaid troupe. If you're looking for a way to say thanks for all their love and support, a set tailored to each gal's personal style—and affixed with her name, of course—just might be the ticket.  

(See more styles after the jump) 

The latest issue of Washingtonian Bride & Groom is on stands now! And it's filled with dresses for every taste, dozens of lovely real Washington weddings, advice from the area's most trusted wedding experts, and, of course, the indispensable Washington wedding vendor guide.  Get your free (!) copy here.  

Grown-up Taylor Swift would look a lot like this Seattle bride.  

So. Much. Puppy. Love. 

We love everything about this San Fran courthouse wedding.  Seriously.  Every last detail.  

Art Deco escort cards in black, white, and pink.  

Charley and Lauren's engagement sesh starts off fairly predictable, but ends totally adorable.  What can we say, we're suckers for train station shots.  

Thread Social is fave go-to party dress brand.  And now they make wedding dresses!?  Awesome. (P.S. Be sure to check out the bridesmaid options as well.)  

Scrabble banner! 

Postcards for the bride and groom! Such a great keepsake.  

A surprisingly chic circus wedding.  

Are your two favorite hipsters gettin' hitched? Bet they'll love one of K Studio's customized couples pillows.  

Do or don't? The bridesmaid-bridal switch.  

This Save-the-Date video is comprised of 1,000-plus photographs. Now that's dedication.  

THE MRS. HANGER

What better way to store your wedding dress than on a sweet iron hanger bearing your new last name? It's also, as Nashville-based creator Lila Frances suggests, a pretty hot little number from which to drape your honeymoon lingerie on later that night.

$25 at etsy.com/shop/lilafrances.  If you've got a different message in mind, the hanger can be fully customized with up to 14 characters.   

THREADED LETTERPRESS

This Bella Figura wedding invitation suite, designed by Tara Hogan, would go along swimmingly with any outdoorsy, nature-themed wedding, don't you think?