Fab Frocks Friday: Dress Up Time

Haven't you always wanted to be a little mermaid? Happy Halloween!


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Rustic Glamour

Of course we've all seen this brilliant rustic wedding, but one more time couldn't hurt especially with Fall in full swing.

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Wedding Wish Wednesday: Make Up Tips with Daniel Martin

Just as the right outfit isn’t complete without the perfect accessory, no look is complete without a fresh face of makeup. Such was the case at the Christos, Kenneth Pool and Amsale bridal shows this Bridal Market.

Celebrity makeup artist, Daniel Martin led the brilliant makeup team backstage at the Cristos, Kenneth Poole and Amsale Bridal Shows this past Saturday. Amsale’s inspiration draws from understated drama paired with daring, modern style. To complement the designs, Daniel prepped the skin with Koh Gen Do’s Oriental Plants Essence giving it a fresh, dewy complexion. When sculpting the face, Daniel used Koh Gen Do Fresh Face Cheek Color and Maifanshi Face Powder, enhancing the natural beauty and line of the cheek bone. Amsale also adores a bold, bright lip and by using Koh Gen Do’s Sheer Berry Lip Gloss and Pink Red Lipstick, Daniel was able to create a powerful lip without overwhelming the face.

"The Amsale bride is strong and confident. We focused on creating balanced skin and created dimension to the brows and cheek with sculpting shades. The eyes looked dreamy with liner on the inside of the eye with a few coats of mascara and lips were a healthy pink with a bit of sheen. Refined and polished beauty is the Amsale bride," said Daniel Martin

Koh Gen Do products are available at Barneys New York.

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Tuesday Shoesday: Black Lace + Ruffles

Black lace tights and amazing shoes? Always, always a good thing.

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Vera Wang Fall 2011 Collection

Ethereal, serene gowns were front and center at Vera Wang's Fall 2011 Bridal Collection. Hand draped pleating along the necklines, Chantilly lace, blossom skirts, horsehair trims, and wispy organza all graced the runway. With layered trains on each gown, each bride will look beautiful entering as she will exiting.

The collection . . .

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Oscar de la Renta Fall 2011 Bridal Collection

It was with absolute delight that I got to visit the hallowed halls of Oscar de la Renta and view the Fall 2011 Collection.

Of course, no one does a wedding gown quite like Oscar. Airy romantic tulle, fluid silk chiffon, tiered taffeta, all cut with the couture expertise that is the hallmark of Oscar de la Renta. Without further ado - the Fall 2011 Collection!

Scalloped lace and tulle embroidered gown + Ruched tulle mermaid with satin ribbon trim


Silk organza embroidered gown with spiral organza bands + Embroidered guipure gown with crinkle chiffon skirt and pink grosgrain ribbon


Silk organza embroidered cocktail dress with spiral organza bands + Ruched silk taffeta dropped waist cocktail with tiered balloon skirt


Silk taffeta and silk organza gown with tiered ruffle train + Silk taffeta sweetheart gown with tiered ruffle train


Silk faille bodice dress with ivory swansdown skirt + Silk faille strapless gown with embroidered carnations and silver buillion

Crinkle chiffon gown with bias band detail + Embroidered taffeta flower lace bustier with Dutchess satin princess skirt

Magnificent, aren't they?

Images via Oscar de la Renta.

Modern Day Fairytale

Bridal market ladies and we've got some serious fairy tale dresses hitting the runways! So isn't it just perfect timing that this editorial from Vogue has Anne Hathaway dressed up in dresses all brides dream of? Glamor and grace reign supreme with Oscar! Carolina! and Issac!

Fairytales come to life. Isn't it lovely?

Elopement

Travels, new places and discoveries on my mind. Wouldn't it be grand to steal away to some far away place and elope?

Pack your gossamer gown and favorite strand of vintage pearls. Don't forget to pick up a few blooms of white lilies along the way. You won't need much with love on your side.

Image via Flowers and Blossoms.

Monique Lhuillier Fall 2011 Collection + Trunk Show

When they speak of fairy tale dresses, they had Monique Lhuillier in mind. I had the pleasure of attending the Monique Lhuillier Fall 2011 runway show over the weekend and the collection was a floral fantasy come to life.

Inspired by the celebration of love and life, the collection heralded the comeback of romance and extravagance. Petals, leaves, rosebuds, delicate embroideries and lace, were all lightly-handedly woven into the collection. Divine gowns floated across the runway, setting many hearts aflutter, while darling short little white dresses proved to be the perfect thing to slip into for a night of dancing.

Can't wait for your own Monique Lhuillier gown? Make your way over to the flagship Melrose Place Salon for the trunk show. Truly you will not want to miss out!

Fab Frocks Friday: To Market!

Heading to NYC for Bridal Market ... cannot wait to see all the beautiful gowns! the sumptuous satins! the delicate lace! Oh Joy!

For the weekend read, that is if you can tear yourself away from the computer to see the latest bridal offerings this weekend ...

• Philippe Starck Ghost Chair Giveaway - yes you read correctly!
  
• Am I an Orchid? a Rannunculus? a Rose? Your flower style, decoded.
• Yarn re-imagined.
• Something naughty and something nice.
• Sweet news from The Loveliest Day - oh and did I mention desserts!
  

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Seeing Red

Oh my, I do like the vibrant hues of this splendid reception! With clear Louis XIV Starck chairs and lampshade covered chandeliers, Ron Wendt's inspired creation hits all the right style notes. Plus with long runner tables, the striking effect goes as far as the eye can see.

Magnificent!

Images via Ron Wendt Design.

So This Is Home

To the beauty of a grand bedroom. A simple piece such as a headboard makes all the difference. Luxurious, glamorous and just the thing you need to unwind from a busy day.

It's good to go home.

Image via Sarah Klassen.

Anniversaries

It's the cinderella project's two year anniversary - thank you so much to everyone that has supported this little project along the way!

Big changes here as a new year begins . . . like a move to New York City! So many new adventures! so much exciting inspiration! and let's not forget the weddings!

the cinderella project + nyc !


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Fab Frocks Friday: Chiffon + Cozy Wraps

For a cozy read this weekend . . .

• Isn't this a lovely wedding?
• A glamorous way to stay warm for your nuptials.
  
• Guest of the wedding style from a budding fashionista
• And who doesn't love a little sparkle in their step?

Image by Max Farago from Elle October 2010.

Bouduoir Session Tips

So you want immortalize your fabulous, chic, sexy, and always classy self in a boudoir session for the Mister. Of course for those of us not born supermodels, the thought of stripping down to our skivves can render us normally confidant modern women into demure Victorian maidens hoping to preserve our modesty.

Solution? Capture your stunning self in a few soft, unfocused shots. Not only will you be able to subtly mask all your worrisome spots, but the hazy quality gives you an ethereal mystery.

Image via Fashion Gone Rogue by Alvaro Beamud Cortes.