Gorgeous Shoes!

{christian louboutin}

it's mid-week and sometimes, gorgeous shoes are just what a girl need to make to friday :) enjoy!

{diane von furstenberg}

{fendi}

{christian louboutin}

{giuseppe zanotti}

{valentino}

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WHAT'S NEW IN THE GOWN GALLERY?

Boho is here. Meet the new version of MUSETTA. A mix of imported Chantilly laces on the bodice. The full skirt is silk chiffon lined in crepe backed satin. Cap sleeves and accented with a gold braid tie belt.

Want to see more images of Musetta? Available through Etsy or custom order at Amy-Jo Tatum Bridal

Dress of the Week

Papilio 2010 Bridal Collection

Chic Chandeliers

A touch of blink is always beautiful.g. What better way to incorporate the blink factor to your event than the forever-elegant Chandeliers.

Ballrooms, haciendas, and even tents and gardens, are perfect for chandeliers. Chandeliers add a feel of elegance to a contemporary-modern wedding and bring an extra luxurious effect to the classic reception. Have Chandeliers as a feature in your wedding, you will thank me later!

1 Photography Jeff & Julia Woods

2 Photography Elizabeth Mesina . Design Lisa Vorce of Oh How Charming!

3 Photography Alexandra Kolendrianos

4 Design Details Event Planning

5 Design Joy de Vivre. Photography Ian Grant

6 Photography Adeline & Grace Photography

7 Photography Jeff & Julia Woods

8 Photography Karen Wise

THE COLOR OF HEAVEN

Credits: Oh Hello Friend, Nicole Hill Gerulat (6), Simply Hue

Part of the joy of being a bride is celebrating white in all it's purity and clean lined chic. Enjoy this board from Brancoprata that I found on SMP clearly illustrating the texture and illumination of heaven . . .

Perfect Tulips

on thursday my mom and i are hosting a baby shower for my sister. she's having a boy! i am so excited! we just finalized the menu over the weekend (a wonderful butter lettuce salad with champagne dressing to start--it's amazing!) and this week will put together the tablescape. i think we are going to go with bunches of tulips for the flowers. so sweet, so pretty and perfect for a baby shower, don't you think? i found this wonderful DIY project from Brancoprata. wonderfully fresh and simple. love it! check out their post for the complete instructions.

Endless combinations...

good morning!
oooh, these are so fun! bridal shower, rehearsal dinner, weddings...i feel like making up a reason to buy them :)

{images from Imagine and Make via Chewing the Cud blog}

THE SHORT VEIL

The short veil has many names: petal veil, birdcage, fly away, blusher. The good news is, there are no rules anymore about pairing short veils with short dresses. Whatever works is the guideline and has more to do with following proportions and personal style. The shorter ‘fashionista' veil has not only gained in popularity, it's a bridal fashion fixture. My client Monique put it succinctly: "I'm sure glad I chose a birdcage. Now, I won't have to worry about rearranging or when to take it off. I can enjoy my day. " There's something chic, even edgy about a bride sporting one one of these small veils. As early as the 1990s, Vera Wang was matching up short pouf veils with very formal silhouettes. Whether she wanted to show off the extraordinary back details of her gowns or usher in a new look, I don’t know; I only know the juxtaposition this duo created worked. Like Monique, most brides say the number one thing about wearing a shorter veil is, they don’t have to do any adjusting in that switch from the solemnity of ceremony to big time partying hearty. Shorter veils are easy to maneuver around in and stay put whether you’re exchanging vows, cutting cake or dancing. Typically they are made out of either tulle, the standard light weight bridal veiling, or, netting—wider and crisper, offering a more structured and chic look. Since small veils are here to stay awhile, it will be interesting to see what designers come up with the next few seasons with all the new fabrics and materials out there.

Leah C

Castle Bride Couture

Jade Rose Designs

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Brenda's Bridal Veils

Megan Hamilton

Amy-Jo Tatum Bridal

COURAGEOUS AND GORGEOUS RUSTIC ROSE

Here's a real courageous, gorgeous move for all of you out there contemplating color. Observe: This bride is sporting hot pink . . .not only is her gown and headpiece a totally allover vibrant pink, her flowers and over all color scheme spell out all shades pink.

Thank you Sharise from Urban Engagements for putting all this loveliness together. More of her inspiration boards can be seen by checking out her site . . .

SHADES OF PEACH AND CORAL

What redhead wouldn't love this board. I admit it, I'm naturally attracted to these tones and once I got a load of the vintage threads all lined up monochromatically, this board went up. Love to claim credit but this is the work of the very talented, So Much Love over at SMP. You can catch her blog, of the same name and see (and read if you know Portugese) all about her unique take on fashion, weddings, decor and crafts to name just a few things.

Gown Friday!

hollywood glam is what Jenny Packham does best and her 2010 fall collection is no exception. complete with sleek and traditional silhouettes, her designs offer a dramatic, feminine look that i have always loved. what do you think? do you like her contemporary vintage style?
hope you have a wonderful weekend, and i will see you on monday!!