photograph by my friend wedding guest, Robin Dini I came across bonzie and instantly fell in love with their style. I knew I wanted something to change my look from ceremony to reception and their rococco antique stained tulle wrap was perfect! bonzie is an independant fashion designer located in Ireland. They often using “upcycled […]

Today I discovered some new beautiful pieces at jcrew while looking for a new dress to wear to an upcoming wedding that I am a guest at. Silk gazar Channing gown… I love the black ribbon! Although I think it could be accentuated even better with something by Emerson made. Silk dupioni rosette gown Gwen […]

The other day I was cruising etsy.com to be inspired or find something we might need for our wedding. I love etsy because it supports local and national small businesses, artists, and craftsman and in my book, those are the best businesses to buy from! I realized that I didn’t have a hankie to carry […]

One of my favorite fashion icons, Dita Von Teese, has launched a new 40’s & 50’s inspired lingerie line through Wonder Bra. Can you say Old Hollywood Glamour? I can’t wait to see the rest of the line — no doubt they are going to be nothing short of sexy and sassy. You can purchase […]

I’m sure no one is surprised that I have a long love affair with the Crew. The fact that I couldn’t even do this post without tossing some items into my shopping cart is pretty bad! Their bridal line is one of my absolute favorites — everything from the gowns to the party dresses — […]

A gown post is long overdue here on the blog and I thought I’d lead with some romantic and whimsical gowns. We are definitely seeing a prominent nod to romantic weddings this year in color, style, and fabric. Are you planning a romantic / whimsically inspired wedding? My interpretation of a romantic / whimsical dress […]

A few months back I stumbled upon a fabulous wedding gown in Wedding Gowns Magazine. It was form fitting, draped with amazing lace and super romantic — my kinda gown! I went to the designers website and was then introduced to the incredibly talented Heidi Elnora Standridge, a true Southern lady with a rich, gorgeous […]

On Wednesday I attended The Wedding Salon in Manhattan and while there, I met the lovely ladies behind Adorn Brides. I hadn’t heard of the company before our meet and greet, but the concept behind the company has been around for awhile. Adorn Brides lends fabulous jewels to brides for their wedding day and they […]

In case you don’t know: the planner is planning a wedding! Yes, it is a bit unusual and not the way things tend to work in my industry. I am a planner turned bride and I couldn’t be more thrilled. I haven’t divulged any details of my own nuptials yet and will probably refrain from […]