Love and Lobster Coastal New England Weddings

Is 2012 really almost here? It seems like just yesterday we were introducing you to Wild Orchid Baking Company and gushing over touching proposal stories. Turns out it’s been almost a year since then, which got us thinking about all we’ve shared with you in 2011.

We’ve compiled Love & Lobster’s top read posts of the year, and you’ll find everything from décor to fashion to one beautiful love story. A few of the most popular posts appeared just in the last month, a happy discovery that tells us more brides and grooms are visiting Love & Lobster each day. Welcome all!

L&L: Best of 2011

10. Asking for the parents’ blessing: Our friend Beppie Cerf offered a parent’s perspective on sitting down with a daughter’s suitor.

9. Suckers for seersucker: It’s not just for Southern gents anymore.

8. Wedding inspiration: Pomegranate: That ruby shade and sweet flavor – what’s not to love?

7. Wedding inspiration: Tights: You can rock ‘em on your wedding day, too.

6. Mason jar lanterns: Sure, they’re trendy, but we can’t help but love these.

5. Photo booth props: DIY sunglasses and bowties, anyone?

4. Vendor tour: French’s Point: This stunning venue on Penobscot Bay is one of our all-time favorites.

3. The love story of Chris and Meg: York Harbor + lobster + these two lovebirds = perfection.

2. Saving the wedding cake: Learn where this offbeat tradition originated.

1. Unconventional wedding officiants: The pros and cons of being wed by a loved one.

What was your favorite post of 2011? Tell us in the comments.