So here's the question: what do you guys really think about garters? Personally, in the past I never really liked them - most of the ones I came across looked a little cheap and nasty, and I kind of hate the whole bouquet/garter toss traditions anyway. But here's where I love a garter - in a bridal boudoir shoot or in those pretty getting ready shots where you see the garter isn't just an unnecessary extra, but a really pretty part of the bride's foundation garments. Something delicate and decadent and spoiley that makes her feel extra pretty. And sexy. And fabulous. Now that I can get behind. So I thought it was high time I rounded up some really gorgeous handmade garters that could easily fit the bill.
Top image: Ashley Kelemen via Style Me Pretty

Rhinestone wedding garter by Melinda Rose Design (left); Rose blush rhinestone garter by Melinda Rose Design (right)

Glitterati silk tulle garter by Florrie Mitton

Wedding garter by Garter Queen (left); Wedding garter with crystals (right)

Bridal garter by louloudimeli (left); Pearl garter by Gadegaard Design (right)

Ivory Venise Lace Garter by The Little White Dress (left); Brynn wedding garter by Gillyflower Garters (right)

Iris garter by Melinda Rose Designs

Bridal ivory lace garter set by Be Chic Accessories (left); Flora bridal garter by Gillyflower Garters (right)

Satin ribbon interwoven garter by Be Chic Accessories (left); Aphrodite beaded garter by Florrie Mitton (right)

Floral and leaf garter by Melinda Rose Design

Stardust silk garter by Florrie Mitton (left); Aphrodite beaded garter by Florrie Mitton (right)

Evelyn wedding garter by Le Gartier Garters (left); Sophia beaded rhinestone garter by Le Gartier Garters (right)

Navy and gold wedding garter by louloudimeli