Fab Frocks Friday: Mother Plucker!

What's your plume of choice? Edgy and fierce or dreamy and romantic? Here's a bird's eye view on a few swoon worthy dresses for the guests and the bride that will have your heart feeling light as a feather!

Check out these two real world friendly options from Bebe and Shopbop for that straight off the runway look.

Happy Friday!

Images courtesy of New York Times Magazine, Harper's Bazzar, and Martha Stewart Weddings.

I'm Invited!

Who doesn't love being invited to a wedding? Yours truly just received her invitation to a friend's wedding and couldn't be more thrilled! As I gently opened the envelope, I revealed a tasteful and classic invitation perfectly matching my friend's personalitites.

Now the future Mr. and Mrs. both agree understated elegance is the way to go, nothing too ostentatious or contrived. So here are some elegant wedding invitations from Wiley Valentine and Kenzie Kate that celebrate hot summer love without being too obvious.

Proving that you don't always need a palm tree to say beach wedding, bright summer colors convey the same message with style and flair.

And a note to the bride and groom, the RSVP is in the mail!

Images via Wiley Valentine and Kenzie Kate Invitations.

King of Sole

A bride can't help but sparkle on her wedding day! Whether you want some ruby red slippers or something blue, here's some pretty treats from the King of Sole, Monsieur Louboutin, that will have you sashaying down the aisle in style.

Images courtesy of Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman.

The Great White Way

As you can tell, I love color! But if you are not ready to commit to a rainbow of color, consider the 80/20 interior rule.

Take a look at the gorgeous space above decorated with the 80/20 rule, creating an overall complimentary setting. Moreover, by using one bold color throughout the entire room, you can create a distinct statement. How does this translate to your wedding? While I show this design principle with white, please do make it your own with your preference of color palette.


Image courtesy of Faena Hotel + Universe.

Diamonds are a Girl's Best Friend: Michael C Fina Ring Sample Sale

Seriously, who could pass up this amazing event?

Renowned Manhattan retailer Michael C. Fina will be hosting the first designer engagement ring & wedding band sample sale at their store, located at 545 Fifth Avenue, on August 4-6, 2009 from 11a.m.-8p.m.

Discounts of up to 70% off retail prices will be taken on every sample designer engagement ring or wedding band featured in the showroom. Tacori, Jeff Cooper, Scott Kay, Verragio and Vera Wang, are just a few of the many designers that will be offered at a fraction of their value for a limited time only.

The hundreds of rings available range in style from modern to classic, romantic to vintage and are available in platinum, white gold, yellow gold and titanium.

A selection of center diamonds in nearly every cut will also be offered at below wholesale prices and available for viewing. For more information and restrictions, visit Michael C. Fina.

Not in New York? I hear Virgin America is also having a sale! Isn't it funny how life just works out?

Image courtesy of Michael C. Fina.

Fab Frocks Friday: A Must Sea Dress

Whether your style is a little classic or a little untamed, this Oscar de la Renta fab frock looks decidedly perfect. After all ladies, the dress doesn't wear you - you wear the dress.

Image courtesy of Neiman Marcus and W Magazine.

Oh Good Reef!

Uniform favors are always tried and true, but for an extra kick of style, how about showcasing your favors in thematically similar wrapping paper like these ones here from the imaginative mind of Rebecca Thuss?

While your location, flowers, colors play a definite role in creating your reception environment, so too will your favors if you infuse a little personality into them. Imagine, if you will, an unexpected display of brightly colored gifts decorating your reception tables and inviting your guests to discover the little treasure hidden inside. Take a note of these coral reef inspired favors that are just the thing for your summer wedding. So pretty I don't even want to open mine!

Image courtesy of Rebecca Thuss by Maura McEvoy.

On the Map of Style

You can never have enough of a good thing, so today I'm bringing you this delightful dessert buffet from Amy Atlas that features a few of my favorite sweet treats (macaroons and bite sized cupcakes!).

Corals, ocean blues, and summer whites come together to make a lasting impression on your guests, your event, and this blog . . . thank you Amy!

Images courtesy of Karen Mordechai and Aran Goyoaga.

World Traveler

Woe are we with all the worries involving money. If the unpredictable rise and fall of the stock market has you a scrambling for a financially friendly alternative to your bridal shower, how about a romantic environment close to home, but a world away?

Check in and check out one The SLS. Its softly lit ambient tones set off by Philippe Starck-designed décor create a chic and stunning environment for you and your guests. Who wouldn't be instantly charmed by such a display of confection?

Throwing It All Away

To toss or not to toss - that is the question. The tradition of tossing the bridal bouquet stems from medieval European times as a symbolic way for the bride to pass along good fortune and luck to one of her guests.

Whether you decide to include this tradition at your wedding is entirely up to you, but should you wish to share the luck, may I suggest including a smaller, but still lovely bouquet for the toss?

Here's a few blooms of various designs intended for just that purpose:

Images courtesy of Brides.