Wednesday Wedding Wishes, Num. 31

Haute Bride Trunk Show

The San Fransisco bridal accessory label is having a trunk show this Friday and Saturday at Patsy's Bridal Boutique. If you were thinking about incorporating a lovely vintage piece into your wedding day ensemble, then make sure to check it out and receive a 10% discount. Haute Bride has a variety of vintage-inspired accessories from feather headpieces to gorgeous cuffs ranging in prices from $1o0-350. Make sure to check it out and get 'inspired'.

Wednesday Wedding Wishes, Num. 30

'Project Runway' designer, Carol Hannah Whitfield, launches her Southern inspired bridal gowns.

Inspired by Charleston, South Carolina’s high society and luxe boho vibe, the frocks are sassy and sophisticated without being stuffy. Made of 100 percent silk (organza, chiffon, duchess and hammered satin, charmeuse), the collection focuses on flattering silhouettes with details like handmade trim, textured fabric, handmade flower appliques, and perfect draping.
Options include long and short hemlines, flowy and form-fitting styles, and white and ivory hues.
Most importantly, the wedding dresses are comfortable and lightweight, so you can actually enjoy your monumental day. The gowns range is price from $1,000-$5,000.

Available online at carol-hannah.com.

Wednesday Wedding Wishes, Num. 29

Register for Romance brought to you by DailyCandy Weddings
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Register for something you really need — a romantic and memorable honeymoon. Marriott’s Honeymoon Gift Registry lets your friends and family all chip in to send you to your dream destination. Start by making a wish list of hotel accommodations and amenities — say, a deluxe villa in Honolulu with daily couples massages (it was a stressful wedding). Your guests can contribute any amount they choose to all of the items. When all is said and done, you’ll get a Marriott HoneymoonCard loaded with the total cash amount gifted — so you’re free to change your mind and opt for Tuscany instead. Now through August 1, friends and family receive twenty Marriott Rewards points for every dollar they give. Plus, when your registry contributions reach $1,000, Marriott donates an extra (and very useful) $100.
Learn more about Marriott’s Honeymoon Gift Registry online at marriottregistry.com.

Wednesday Wedding Wishes, Num. 28

Sending your dear family and friends home with a delicious treat at the end of the night is always an appreciated nosh, especially after dancing the night away at your wedding reception! So then you ask yourself, what should we send home with our guests? There is the always fun candy bars, colorful candies in uniquely shaped containters always makes for a beautiful table scape. Then, there is the milk and cookie favor, who doesnt love a warm cookie and a glass of milk at the end of the night?!! So, you have made the decision to make your favor edible so why not send your guests home with an international delight they are sure to enjoy, the French macaron! Visit www.pannadolce.com where they can customize your macaron flavors, colors and even the packaging. Panna Dolce's mission was to develop an authentic Laduree-style French Macaron that was true to its classic french roots yet resilient enough to ship cross-country. It took five long years, but they finally figured out the perfect recipe to make the macarons incredibly tender and delicious yet strong enough to handle the shipping process to any corner of the U.S. Each piece of perfect pillowy culinary art explodes with flavor. They are sure to be an international hit with your guests!
Happy 'favoring'!

Wednesday Wedding Wishes, Num. 27

Recently I visited one of our favorite wedding blog sites, Style Me Pretty, and saw a new tool featured for brides. Apparently Google Docs has developed some very useful templates specifically for planning your wedding. From creating and managing your guest list to developing to-do list's there are 20 templates that you can use to make your wedding planning experience more enjoyable. Also included on each template are helpful tips from industry leaders in their category that will prove to be great FREE insight. Planning your wedding should be a fun experience so remember that and being organized is key!!

Wednesday Wedding Wishes, Num. 26

I'm sure you all have heard of the discount fashion websites like, Gilt Groupe. You can snag current fashions at deep discounts and who doesn't like a great bargain?!! This weekend they are offering a Wedding Weekend with Martha Stewart Weddings, beginning March 12th. All you need to do to gain access to this and other sales is to simply join the group, no fee. Log onto www.gilt.com and you are all set to shop till you drop in the comfort of your home. Not only do they have women's fashions, but they also have men's fashions, children's fashions, home accessories, gifts and vacations aka a fabulous honeymoon!
Happy Gilt-less shopping!!

Wednesday Wedding Wishes, Num. 25

Recently I received an invitation to a friends wedding shower and it was so different then your usual cocktail party, I thought I would share. The invitation was sent electronically to my email, but not an evite, an actual invitation. You clicked on the envelope and out came the very pretty invitation, the site used was paperlesspost.com. So, what theme is the shower you ask, we are going bowling, how fun! I haven't been bowling in years and when I shared the invitation with my husband he was excited too. Planning a shower is always fun, but being creative is even more exciting and keeps guests interested.
Happy 'Showering'!!