Inspiration Board- before

You all keep asking so here it is.
The inspiration board that I created for the "Pretty in Pink" invitations.

Lela New York creates an inspiration board as a way to brain storm ideas to design a clients custom wedding invitations. From here we can pick and choose elements that we want to use in the design of the weeding invitation.
This particular wedding was in New York and we used the bride's beautiful couture wedding dress by Pnina Tornai for the inspiration of the graphics on the invitation.
I hand drew the lace detail that was printed on the custom invitation in silver and pink.
I loved the finish piece and Sky did too!

I hope you enjoy!

Pretty in Pink- New York Wedding Invitations

Pretty Pink Wedding Invitations!
Designed for a New York wedding.
Accessorized with Swarovski Crystals.

My FAVE Wedding Dresses - Fall 2008

Super Eye candy! My favorite wedding dresses. They are just gorgeous!

I love this Vera Wang, it's structured on top and free flowing at the bottom, so romantic!

Tara Keely's dress is beautifully smooth on top with a black belt detail, so classic.

Lazaro mixed my favorite details, a smooth satin with lace.

Kenneth Pool's Coverup is amazing!

Ines Di Santo's cover up is a small little cape that is so beautifully delicate.

I love this Carolina Herrera with all the pleated details.

Amsale is always clean and classic!

Couture Logos

A great way we at Lela New York personalize invitations is by adding a custom designed logo.
It's a modern way of having a monogram. It may include the names of our clients, their first initials and elements that are included in their wedding or part of their wedding theme.
It can include your flowers and colors as well. Here are some examples of Lela New York logos.

Wedding Cleanup

We love our wedding gowns to be clean and perfect for our big day. But every once in a while there is the accidental stain put on out pristine dress or the unfortunate bead that starts to fall off.
What shall a girl do when there's an emergency to take care of? Well I just found out about Hallak Cleaners emergency kit. And who better than a couture cleaner to take care of any little stain emergency. The kit contains 2 pre-spot formulas as well as other cool stuff like a sewing kit, adhesive straps , pins and more. For more info visit http://hallak.com/wedding-gowns.html.

Firestone Wedding

Picture from Us Weekly July 21, 2008.

I love Ivana's dress, shown here in US Weekly's July 21st issue. It's a Reem Acra gown and she paired it with Christian Louboutin Heels! I also love her hair tied back with a flower on the side, so chic and elegant.
For more of her wedding check the latest issue.

Get FIT!

Hello Everyone!

I am not a big fan of the gym, so when I heard of the Fit Flop, I was amazed that I can just do my normal everyday routine and still get in shape! Its engineered for lifting and firming in all the right places while you walk, and its great for summer and getting fit for your special day!
They come in a variety of colors and have a nice sporty look.

Picture by www.fitflop.com

Of course please always consult your doctor before starting any exercise routine. Read more about the fit flop and its instructions and precautions at : http://www.thefitflop.com/

NYC Themed Invites!

Lela New York created Nicole and Peter's invitations using a NYC modern theme and their purple and lime colors. The result a modern New York invitation with a touch of art deco and sparkle! My favorite NYC invite so far!

Bling Power!

Picture by US Wekkly issue:June 9, 2008

Check out what Hollywood is wearing lately! My fav, Mariah's 10 carat ring!!

Oscar de la Renta on Jenna Bush

Picture from US Weekly May 26, 2008

I just just love the Oscar de la Renta Gown Jenna Bush wore for her wedding.
The lace and delicate beading are so elegant and I love the cut! And check out her her engagement ring, it's the perfect something blue. For more on this US Weekly story get the May 26 issue.