We're BLUSHING!

We want to share what others have recently said about Lela New York!

We are voted #1 Invitation choice for 2008! in Mojito Brides.com
"Lela New York Invitations Takes my breathe away. These invitations are what every New York Bride should have."

Newport Weddings says "They are perfect for that Newport Sea Side Wedding."

Thanks again!
Lela

Printing 101

There are many printing techniques to choose from when designing your invitations and stationary suites.
Here are some basic invitation printing techniques to know:

Letterpress: An art that started in and around the 14th century. Many are now returning to this classic art for their invitations and stationary and has become very popular.
Printing plates are made of imagery and type and pressed onto paper leaving a concave impression of super clarity.

Engraving: An art that started in the 15th century. A design and type is etched onto a printing plate and ink is later drawn over the plate. The plate is then pressed onto paper leaving a raised ink image of high quality.

Foil Stamping: It is a special technique that uses metallic foils pressed onto paper leaving a raised impression. It's affect is vivid and dramatic. The most popular foils are metallics such as gold and silver.

Embossing: Is a specialty technique that creates a raised 3D version of an image. It does not use any inks and is created when an etched plate is pressed onto paper. Creates beautiful detailed work and really stands out on dark papers.

Offset Printing: Also known as "flat printing". A printing plate is made of an image and transfered to paper.

Digital or Laser printing: There are no plates used for this printing technique. High end laser and wide format printers take digital files and transfer them onto paper.

Lela New York specializes in all of these, hope this helps you in your decision making!

Hair accessories

Picture Credit: People Magazine Dec'07/Jan'08

I love all the new hair accessories bride's can choose from today. From pins to barrettes, and clips with crystals, I say don't forget your hair!

Hair STYLE!

Photo Credit: People Magazine Dec'07/Jan '08

I hope everyone enjoyed the holidays!
Here's some great hair styles I found in this months People magazine.
I love the new half up half down look!

Metallic Python Pouch!

photo credit: People magazine Dec'07/Jan'08

Check out this amazing pouch I found from Vivre.
It will hold your makeup essentials for your wedding day!
It's stylish and chic and comes in three metallic colors.

Bridal Makeup- Spotlight Bobbi Brown!

photo credit: Bobbi Brown website

I love Bobbi Brown cosmetics! I use it everyday. But she also has a line especially for your wedding day! She gives step by step directions on her website.
Her concealer brightens and doesn't crease, it's my favorite.The bridal look is simply beautiful, it will make you look your best for your day and for your pictures! And with step by step directions it's a no brainer.

Shoe Spot Light - Christian Louboutin!

I love these shoes!!! They are perfect for the metallic trend going on right now! They are every girls dream shoes. It's your wedding day, live it up!

From top to bottom: "Bling Bling Peep-Toe Pump", " Lady StrassV-Strap Sandals", "Glitter Pump", "Champagne Satin, Metallic Lizard Skin". Available at
Saks
Bergdorf's
and you can see all of Louboutin styles at their website: www.christianlouboutin.com

Metallic Clutches!

Picture from: Marie Claire December 2007

I love these metallic clutches from Marie Claire's December issue. They are small and elegant enough to wear the day of your wedding and chic and versatile enough to wear on your honeymoon and days after!

Happy Holidays!

Wishing all of you a happy and safe Thanksgiving filled with peace, love and laughter!

Warm Wishes!
Maria

Silver and Gold!

Picture: The Knot New York Metro/Fall/Winter 2007.

The latest trend... Silver and gold! Here you can see how beautiful it looks in the latest issue of The knot magazine. From decor to favors to invites that gleam! Sprinkle some of these precious metals and it's a sure hit!

At Lela New York we have may options to help make your wedding sparkle! Here are just a few.

Paper : Choose from silver, gold , opal oh my!


Inks: Metallic inks, gold and silver foils.