Runway Roundup: Carolina Herrera Spring 2011

Carolina Herrera delivers an exquisite collection at her New York press show. Each dress in the collection was inspired by- and is a tribute to- the unique vision and daring style of an uncommon, distinct woman in history. Herrera pays homage to women like Grace Kelly, Georgia O’ Keefe, Martha Graham, Edith Piaf, Virgina Wolf, Anna Pavlova, Frida Kahlo, Mary Cassatt and more. Take a peak at her dramatic new collection:

For the entire collection, click here.

Images via Guest of a Guest.

Runway Roundup: Monique Lhuillier Fall 2011

Fab Frocks Friday: Bridal Market 2010!

It's bridal market 2010 and I can hardly wait to see the latest creations from my favorite designers!

I will be falling in love this weekend. Again. And again. And again. And again.

Image via Oscar de la Renta.

A Real Cinderella Story: Wish Upon a Wedding

I am so thrilled to announce the launch of the Southern California chapter of Wish Upon a Wedding this April 22!

Wish Upon a Wedding,a brand new nonprofit organization dedicated to granting weddings and civil union ceremonies at destinations across the United States to couples facing life-threatening illnesses, will celebrate the launch of their Southern California Chapter on April 22, 2010 at [Seven-Degrees] Laguna Beach from 6:30-10:30pm. To RSVP, please email laevents@wishuponawedding.org.

Founded by wedding planner, Liz Guthrie of San Jose Wedding Consultants, with the belief that no couple should ever be denied the chance to marry the one they love,Wish Upon a Wedding is the only organization of its kind in existence today.

For more information visit the Southern California Chapter Fan Page, the official Wish Upon aWedding Website, or follow Wish Upon a Wedding on Twitter.

The Wedding Salon Giveaway!

I'm giving away 5 pairs of tickets to the The Wedding Salon on April 12th from 4 - 9 PM at The Roosevelt Hotel in NYC.

Just leave a comment below {don't forget to include your email address} and 5 lucky brides will be chosen at random on Friday.

For more information on The Wedding Salon in NYC, click here. Good luck!

Update: just found out that there's an issue with the comment form. Email me at the.cinderella.project.blog@gmail.com to enter (or reenter)!

Love is a Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Yes, I love flowers and presents as much as the next girl, but it's those little things that make me feel like an extra special gal. Which is why my heart melts every time the Mr. makes me a grilled cheese sandwich. Cheesy, I know.

To celebrate my love for all things cheesy, the Mr. is taking me somewhere extra special. Yes that's right, we're heading on over to Clementine Restaurant in West Hollywood because April is National Grilled Cheese Month and they're serving Grilled Cheese Sandwiches all month long!

Every day there will be a different grilled cheese sandwich to delight the palette. Like the Anastasia's Dream a delicious blend of egg, pancetta, burrata, and tomatoes. Or the Dy-Ham-ic Duo, a punch of smoked ham, gruyere, on pretzel bread. Oh, and how about the Monte Frisco, turkey, ham and Swiss on French-toast-style sourdough?

If you love grilled cheese as much as I do, how about adding a few bite sized servings to your cocktail hour? Ah - grilled cheese sandwiches. Good for the heart and tummy!

Update: the Mr. suggests your grilled cheese sandwiches for the main course. Now if only they could set up a grilled cheese cooking station at your reception . . .

Images via Clementine.

Band Together

What a lovely shot! His and her wedding bands underneath a canopy of crystal.

Image via Brancoprata.

Fab Frocks Friday: Easter

Happy Good Friday and Happy Easter!

Image via Glamour UK.

Color Me Pretty

It's almost Easter and these pretty pastels are just to die for! Leslie from Color Me Pretty at Decor8 has done it again with the soft yellows, pinks and lilac tones of early spring.

Click here to see more of Leslie's gorgeous color stylings.


Images by Leslie Shewring via Decor8.

Farm Fresh

Take one spirit of Chanel, a dash of country, mix in with brilliant planning and styling (from The Stylish Soiree), top off with touches of gorgeous florals (from JL Designs), and you've got a recipe for a inspiring wedding concept!

Red hued florals set in milky white country vases look so chic, especially with their white floral counterparts. Black accents add a sophisticated touch to this country soiree. A charming tweed runner helps to set the mood.

Check out all the images of this upscale country living shoot here!

Images by Studio 28 Photography via JL Designs.