Bridal Photo Shoot Inspiration | Vintage Vixen

This beautiful, vintage bridal photo shoot was shot by NYC's amazing photographers Andrea & Marcus. I love the whimsical style and added details of the shoot.  Don't you love the flowers in her hair? And check out her shoes! What do you think? Are you a vintage vixen?

Details:
Hair Stylist: Hex & Beauty
Floral Designer: Style Decor
Dress Designer: Andie McGuire

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Tuesday Shoe Day | All About Lace

So this Tuesday Shoe Day is all about lace! Don't you love all these black laced shoes! Which ones are your favorite? I love the Louboutin cut-out booties and the scalloped Jimmy Choos are to die for! So elegant and chic!

Details:

Valentino open toe pumps, $885
Christian louboutin booties, $1,495
Alexander McQueen peep toe platform pumps, $699
Jimmy choo shoes, $995
Giuseppe Zanotti platform pumps, $650
Oscar de la Renta peep toe high heels, $795
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A NYC Real Wedding | Photo Crush | Angelica Glass

Take a look at this real NYC wedding, shot by the amazing New York photographer Angelica Glass.  She is so talented! I love her unique style and her ability to capture emotion and wedding details. This wedding is absolutely beautiful! I love all the details from the pink flowers to the dessert bar! Yum! I also love that the couple added their venue, New York Public Library, into the wedding decor, like the table cards. Such a neat idea! What do you think? Do you have a photo crush too?

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Did You Miss It? | Weekend Recap

Real NYC Engagement Photo Shoot
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Rice Butterflies | Throw Paper Butterflies Instead of Rice
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Thursday Trends | Cutest Wedding Trend Ever | Love Birds
The love birds wedding trend is by far one of the cutest trends yet...


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Enjoy!

Kristin Wolfson | Modern Wedding Dress Paintings

Kristin Wolfson has been able to combine her love for fashion and creativity with wedding dress masterpieces! In attempts to capture traditional bridal portraits with a modern twist, Kristin creates each piece to be a life size momento of your special day!  What a great keepsake for your home, they are so beautiful!

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Casting Call | Ladies here is your chance to be the star

Hello Ladies!
So we have heard that there is a new reality show seeking successful, wealthy engaged couples for high-profile documentary airing on Bravo TV. We're looking for affluent couples in New York City, Los Angeles and San Diego (and all surrounding areas) who are set to wed between September and November 2011. Why can't it be you!? Send your names, phone numbers, date of wedding and a paragraph about why you and your significant other would be right for this documentary series. Contact: newlyweds@vpetalent.com and make sure to tell them Lela sent you ;)

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Thursday Trends | Cutest Wedding Trend Ever | Love Birds

The love birds wedding trend is by far one of the cutests trends yet!  I just love all the different variations of cake toppers.  You can even personalize them to fit you and your groom's characteristics like number 3 and 4. Super cute! This trend can also be found in many other wedding details like table settings, place cards and wedding jewelry. Which one is your favorite?

Details:

1. How Do I Love Thee?

2. Tamryn Kirby

3. Saying "I Do" in New York

4. Tamryn Kirby

5. Red Light Studio via Etsy

6. How Do I Love Thee?

7. Elegantly Iced

8. Morgann Hill Designs

9. Wedding Mountain

10. Meghan Stone Designs via Etsy

11. Jewelry Deli via Etsy

12. Little Things Favors
Enjoy!

Rice Butterflies | Throw Paper Butterflies Instead of Rice

I wanted to share with all of you this new beautiful wedding product, that maintains the tradition of throwing rice...with a twist!  Rice Butterflies are made completely out of rice, using an actual grain of rice with rice paper and rice glue! They are to "fly" to the newlywed couple, bringing them blessings, good fortune and prosperity, without the pain of being hit by the grains. :)

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Tuesday Shoe Day | Jimmy Choo Wedding Shoe with a Wow Factor!

I absolutely love these Jimmy Choos embellished with Swarovski crystals. They would be sure to WOW everyone on your wedding day! What do you think, aren't they amazing?

Photos via Net-A-Porter

Enjoy!

A NYC Real Engagement Photo Shoot

I wanted to share with all of you this fun and super cute summer NYC engagement photo shoot, shot by Manhattan's Carmen Santorelli Photography.  Don't you just love all the bright colors?

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All About Monograms | Wedding Reception Inspiration

So today we are finishing up our monogram week with lovely wedding reception inspiration!
Check out the silverware, how cute is that?! And the chair covers are just too cute.

Details:
1. Floor Lighting via Visions Lighting & Sound
2. Floral Centerpiece via The Knot
3. Monogrammed Favors via Martha Stewart Weddings 
4. Candy Favors via Martha Stewart Weddings
5. Chair Covers via Say it With Stitches
6. Flower Monograms via Manolo Brides
7. Wine Bottle Candle via World Couture via Etsy
8. Monogrammed Silverware via White House Grey Barn via Etsy
Enjoy!

All About Monograms | Wedding Ceremony Inspiration

There are so many options for your ceremony to use your monogram. And for some of you it will be the first time you can use his last name and incorporate it in your three letter monogram. Here are just a few ideas...

Details:
1. Bouquet wrap via Exclusively Weddings
2. Garter Set via JFY Bride via Etsy
3. Hankerchief via Bumblebee Linens
4. Cufflinks via K Murphy Designs via Etsy
5. Unity Candle via Exclusively Weddings
6. Ring Bearer Pillow via JFY Bride via Etsy
7. Aisle Runner via The Original Runner Co.
8. Monogrammed Parasols via I Do Originals
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All About Monograms | Wedding Cakes and Desserts

Monogram Cakes! Love them, they take center stage on your big day and why not use this opportunity to use your new initial you are going to share with your hubby ;) From modern, fab to classic and chic there are so many ways you can play with this great theme.

Breaking the monogram language down: Are you wondering why some monograms have one initial while others have two or three? Well here is the low down... You may use two initials before the wedding. They are made up of the brides first name and the grooms first name. For example, Mary and John would be M&J. After they say "I do" they can use the one or three letter monogram. For one letter monograms the initial represents the couple's last name that they are now sharing for the first time. Or they can choose to combine the first letter of their first name with their last name being in the center. So, if Mary marries John and their new last name will be Smith their new monogram will be MSJ. Therefore, your invitations should only have the two letter monogram and should not have the three or the one letter monogram but your wedding programs, menus and cakes can. Got it ;)

Details:
1. Let Them Eat Cake via Weddingbee
2. My Sweet & Saucy
3. Pink Cake Box
4. Whipped Bakeshop
5. Martha Stewart Weddings
6. Daily Mail
7. Pretty Stuff
8. Elegantly Iced
9. City Sweets & Confections
10. Wedding Cuts
11. Better Homes & Gardens
12. Whipped Bakeshop
13. Sweet Ambs Cookies
14. Whipped Bakeshop
15. Martha Stewart Weddings
16. Bees Knees Creative via Etsy
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Interview with NYC Jewelry Designer Michelle Zimmerman | Delicate Raymond

Are you in search of that "perfect" bridesmaids gift? Or maybe you are looking for just the right necklace or bracelet to help accent your beautiful dress on your wedding day?  Than look no further than NYC's Delicate Raymond, bringing you, as the name suggests, delicate, elegant handmade collections for any occasion! Each piece can be worn by itself, or simply paired with one of your own favorite pieces! We love the Monogram Collection and since this week we are talking about everything monogram this was a perfect.

As seen in several fashion and bridal magazines such as Instyle, Redbook, Glamour and Our Brides, and being worn by several celebrities including Mischa Barton, Carrie Underwood, Marcia Cross and Tori Spelling, Lela New York, interviews Delicate Raymond.

1. What is Delicate Raymond? And what services do you provide for the bride and groom?
Delicate Raymond Jewelry is famous for our custom designed Monogrammed jewelry. We allow the customer to choose coin size, chain style, and length, allowing her to "design" the necklace she has been searching for.With the recent launch of Delicate Raymond's bridal jewelry line, we are bringing the customization to brides for their most important day. We offer a selection of simple, timeless styles that can be coordinated with the bridal color party.

2. Any insider tips for the bride when looking for that perfect wedding jewelry?
I personally prefer pieces that are light and delicate, allowing me to wear a simple necklace, or to layer up with vintage pieces and diamonds.


3. Any bridal fashion trends you see happening in weddings and in fashion?
I have noticed that brides are favoring longer necklace styles to layer with more simple dress designs, that compliment a variety of necklines.

4. Do you have a favorite piece that you want to share?
I never step out of the house without my 30" Vintage Monogram Necklace, hand engraved with an "M" of course, for Michelle. I layer it with the 17" Panama Rosary in White Pearls.


5. How do you stay motivated, what inspires you?
I am inspired by the idea that accessories are supposed to "romanticize" your wardrobe. Delicate pieces that are hardly there, that can be layered up at a moments notice for a Glamourous "Golden" look.

Lela Tip: They recently launched a dedicated Bridal Boutique section on the website. All the jewelry selections can be color customized to match the bridal color party. How cool is that?!

xo

All About Monograms | Luxury Wedding Invitations

Hello! This week we are all about monograms. This popular trend has been exploding and we are here to show you the latest way to show off your lovely selves in print starting with Lela New York's Luxury Wedding Invitations and stationery. All these invitations have been custom designed to reflect the couple's unique tastes and color themes but they all have a monogram in common. What do you guys think? Monogram or sans monogram?

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Victoria Nicole and Ines DiSanto Trunk Shows | This Weekend!

Good news ladies, there are two trunk shows starting today and continuing through the weekend.  Come check out both the beautiful Victoria Nicole and chic Ines Di Santo wedding dresses in locations near you! For more information, please read below!

Victoria Nicole Trunk Show
August 12th - 14th
at
Wedding Atelier
103 Fifth Ave. 2nd Floor
NYC , NY
Appointment Recommended
646-638-3263

Ines DiSanto Trunk Show
August 12th - 13th
at
Bridal Reflections on Fifth Avenue
260 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY
Appointment Recommended
212-764-3040

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Wedding Favors with a Cause | Emily's Edibles

Evolving from an inspiring story, Emily's Edibles is a great place to get your wedding favors or gifts and also help a great cause! A majority of their proceeds go to fund research grants for the study of epilepsy in women. Read the full story here! Below are just a few things they have to offer.  Don't they look delicious? Yumm!

Marbled Fudge

Chocolate Chip Cookies

Variety Gift Box

Make it a favor!

Enjoy!

A NY Real Engagement Photoshoot | Brooklyn Bridge

This is such a cute and fun summer engagement photoshoot at the Brooklyn Bridge, shot by Jillian Modern Photography. The couple picked a great location! Any thoughts on where you want to have your engagement photoshoot?

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