BIG News: If the shoe fits…

Dear friends, I’ve hit a big milestone in my bride-dom. I purchased shoes that I intend to wear with my wedding gown. Apparently the shoes you are going to wear on that day are imperative to the hemming process. Who would have thought? Now, I know you haven’t seen the actual dress but I will divulge that it’s white. wink wink.
What do we think? They were quite affordable ($109) compared to the Miu Miu’s I’ve been lusting after. And, don’t worry there’s a 60 day return policy in case the glitter actually looks like a kindergarten art project.
I’d love to hear your thoughts. I’m a shoe girl so I wanted something fun. I always wear heels, plus my intended is over a foot taller than I am so I never feel bad about wearing stilts. I figured out (when I wore flats to our engagement session) that I don’t look as small and fragile next to him as much as short and squatty.

Tahiti & Tulle

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A gorgeous setting for white dresses, bronzed skin, the sun, the sand and of course tulle. I’ve become particularly fond of the floral wreath and it looks stunning with her dark hair.

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images: pia miller by darren mcdonald on location in bora bora pearl beach resort & spa, styling by karissa fanning; via studded hearts, originally from the lane via {this is glamorous}

Bridal Baubles Inspiration (Something Blue)

The other day I was thinking, why not do your “something blue” in the form of jewelry? I’m not sure if that’s a popular idea but I am exploring it. Earrings or a bracelet in a blue hue could be divine and depending on your dress/accessories/atmosphere, could be as subtle or as attention-grabbing as you like. I’m probably not going to do a necklace but that could be beautiful as well.



This isn’t blue but I am slightly dying over it.

via Charm&Chain, Dannijo

The Second Dress

Oh Princess Kate. We already discussed how lovely she looked. I really adore her second dress but I am D-Y-I-N-G to see it without the bolero, aren’t you?

My Wedding Inspirations

Today is April 27th. That means our wedding is exactly four months away. I hyperventilated a bit when I realized. In honor of that and of the royal wedding (of course) I thought I’d share some of my wedding inspirations. If Kate Middleton forsakes Queen Victoria’s jewels for flowers in her hair I will never forgive her.

anything vintage or meaningful

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a jewel-encrusted gown

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a stunningly simple setting for the ceremony

Vogue Daily — Ana Meier and Daniel Creighton

shoes that sparkle

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a ranunculus boutonnière

on a classic tux

Burberry Prorsum Single-Breasted Wool Tuxedo Jacket

sneaks at the reception

Pavilion Sneaks

all the girls in light, feminine hues

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flowers in her hair

white wedding halo

honeymoons in far off places

a little new orleans flavor

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all photos via The Window Shopper (wedding)

Nuptials of Yesteryear

Aren’t these old photos so much fun? via BHLDN
 

Bridal Inspiration {BHLDN}

Fondant Tea Dress

I’m sure you’ve all heard of Anthropologie’s luscious new site – BHLDN. There is so much yummy bridal on the site. 

Agave Peep-ToesDuchess Lace CapeFirework Fringe SlingbacksPavilion SneaksSpun Sugar ShiftBeauregard HeadbandSilk Coil HatUnabashedly Gloves

All images from BHLDN

Bridal Inspiration {An Italian Wedding}

By David Burton in Rome for Italian Elle Bride, 2010

Bridal Inspiration {Editorial}

To honor the royal wedding, a lovely editorial by Vogue UK.

Photographer: Mario Testino, Stylist: Lucinda Chambers
Models: Arizona Muse, Krisi Pyrhonen, Madelene De La Motte, Irina Berezina, Karmen Pedaru,  Fei Fei Sun
via DJA

Bridal Inspiration {Vogue Russia}

A gorgeous editorial of Bridal Couture.


Roza Gough by Patric Shaw for Vogue Russia Brides, S/S 2011. Discovered via {this is glamorous} via Oh Fashion Models