When You Don't Want Him To Wear A Tuxedo: Andrew Nowell

Check out the fab menswear collection by Andrew Nowell @ DC Fashion Week.

It's For The Boys: Handcrafted Wood iPhone Cases @ Delight.com

Guys can be so hard to shop for. Especially when your guy has friends that like different things. Well, no guy could resist this too fab wooden iPhone case. This is definitely for the manly man. It's so sleek and is available in Walnut, Bamboo and Cherry finishes. Get a bunch for the guys for $39.50 at Delight.com. These are on backorder but Delight is expecting a shipment in early October. So go ahead and get ahead of the game.

The Best of NYFW: Dennis Basso

Of course, it is that time again. NY Fashion Week has come and gone. Who did I adore? Dennis Basso is leading the pack. I absolutely loved just about every dress from his Spring 2010 collection. There is something special about a man that knows what a woman wants. Goodness knows, I want! Here are my favs from his collection.












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What A Beautiful Face You Have: Estee Lauder's Makeover Tool

If you are working on perfecting your look before you meet with your makeup artist so that you can have a clue what to ask for, here's an amazing tool from Estee Lauder. It's their "Let's Play Makeover" tool. You can upload your photos and experiement with different looks. Get started here.

Jewelry Dilemma: Sugarloaf Craft Festival

Still looking for that perfect piece of jewelry to wear on your wedding day? You may find what you are looking for at the Sugarloaf Craft Festival. Get more details here.

What's New @ Ann Taylor Bridesmaids

A few years back, Ann Taylor jumped on the bridesmaid dress bandwagon. Here are a few dress options from their new line. See their entire line on their web site.

Mini Me: Mini RuMe Metallic Bags @ Delight.com

I love these mini metallic reusable bags by RuMe. This bag would be a cute way to package some goodies for your bridesmaids. Get it at Delight.com

DC/MD/VA Brides: Sample Sale @ Priscilla of Boston

Bridal lovelies, now through Sept. 21, Priscilla of Boston is hosting a five-day sample sale. Bridal gowns, originally priced from $1,500 to $8,000, will be selling for as low as $199, while bridesmaid and special occasion dresses can be snagged for $19.99.

Priscilla of Boston
8065 Leesburg Pike
Vienna, VA 22102
703-821-0167

Hours: Mon 10:00am- 6:00pm Tue 10:00am- 8:00pm Wed 10:00am- 6:00pm Thu 10:00am- 8:00pm Fri 10:00am- 6:00pm Sat 9:30am- 5:00pm

That 50's Thing: Fab Gabs Vintage

If you are a fan of "Mad Men" and are totally lovin' the fifties, then this is your dress. This William Cahill vintage dress is so beautiful with its tulle and lace, especially if poufy is your thing. Get this "Floating Dream" at Fab Gabs Vintage for $395.00.

When You Need to Add Some Drama: Colette Malouf

You made be looking for a little drama to add to your wedding ensemble. I have just the thing for you. One of Colette Malouf's gorgeous hair accessories would do the trick. See her entire collection here.

BRIDAL EVENT: Bridal Boudoir with Cosabella and Urban Boudoir

Urban Boudoir & Cosabella invite you to our Bridal Boudoir Event in New York City, Thursday, October 15!

Create your bridal lingerie registry with a certified fitter and Cosabella even provides you with personalized cards to give to your shower guests! You can select all the lingerie you want and your friends and family can easily shop at cosabella.com.

We will be showing work from recent Urban Boudoir photo shoots and sample albums and you can come and book your Urban Boudoir photo session! This event is limited to brides + 1 guest and space is limited so RSVP early!

RSVP to: rsvp@cosabella.com

The event will be held in Cosabella's NYC Showroom - 40 East 34th Street, Suite 1101

Statement Jewelry: Made Her Think

I love all that this necklace has going on. I would change to bow to white but otherwise, it is a great piece of statement jewelry for your special day. It's by Made Her Think and its available at Shopbop.com.

Sequin Darlings: Kate Spade

I love these little sequin darlings by Kate Spade.

The Beauty of Women: Urban Boudoir

We women are such exquisite creatures. Despite how imperfect you may think your body is, we really are gorgeous wonders. So I was overjoyed to hear from New York photographer, Lily Kesselman about her new addition to her photography studio, Urban Boudoir.

Urban Boudoir is a personal boudoir photography service for women in the New York area. Lily has an unique approach to photography and styling which helps you to create stunning images in an intimate setting. Whether you are looking for sexy, romantic or adventurous – her team can help you create a completely custom shoot tailored to your taste and style!

They also create one-of-a-kind custom Boudoir Books in a variety of styles or archival prints and display options. Their sessions make great gifts for brides that want to give something truly unique to their loved ones or women who want to celebrate their strength and beauty. Here are some amazing images from her web site. View more gorgeous images and get additional information on her service here.

WEDDING BOOK GIVEAWAY: And the Winner is...

There were some great worst case scenarios but the winner is....















...Couture Bowl. Congratulations! Your worst case scenario took the cake. There really isn't a good way to recover from that happening. Please email your contact information to bridalwishlist@gmail.com and I will send the book right out to you.

Bergdorf Goodman's Fashion Night Out

Join Bergdorf Goodman for their Fashion's Night Out on September 10th.
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Mega-Giveaway @ Southern Weddings

Here's another giveaway bridal lovelies. Southern Wedding magazine is having a Mega-Giveway and two of The Bridal Wishlist's favorites are participating. Mari of Bel Canto Designs is giving away a luxurious three-strand pearl necklace and Juli of Julianne Smith Garters is giving away one of her fab garters. You can get contest information here.

Also don't forget to enter our bridal book giveaway below! You could in win
WHAT YOU WILL WIN: The Worst Case Scenario: Weddings Edition

WEDDING BOOK GIVEAWAY: Survival Handbook: Weddings

Bridal Lovelies, It's a Giveaway. The Bridal Wishlist and Worst Case Scenarios are teaming up to giveaway one of their fab books in celebration of their new blog, Worst Case Scenario: The Worst Is Yet To Come.

WHAT YOU WILL WIN: The Worst Case Scenario: Weddings Edition.

HOW TO ENTER: Simply comment on this post with your worst case possible scenario that could happen at your wedding (of course the karma Gods say that it won't), but it will be fun to see what you come up with. Comments will be accepted until 10 pm on this Friday, September 4th.

THE WINNER: The winner will be announced on The Bridal Wishlist on Monday, September 7th.

So ladies, post away and be sure to check out their fab new blog.

When You Need A Moment: Eau Spa @ The Ritz-Carlton, Palm Beach

Opened in March 2009, Eau Spa at The Ritz-Carlton, Palm Beach offers the ultimate in rest, relaxation and rejuvenation with a menu of luxe facials, invigorating scrubs and sensuous massages. With the introduction of the spa’s Wedding Collection, brides, grooms and the entire wedding party now have a dedicated treatment menu from which to pamper and prepare for the magical day.



The five-hour “Here Comes the Bride” treatment features a Ruby and Sapphire Massage, Classical Manicure and Pedicure, hair, make-up and eyelash enhancements. For even more indulgence, “Bejewel the Bride” lasts 6.5 hours and includes a Ruby and Sapphire Massage, as well as a Platinum Facial, Platinum Chakra Cleansing, Diamonds-in-the-palm-of-her-hands Manicure, Diamond-on-the-soles-of-her-feet Pedicure, hair, make-up, eyelash enhancements and a healthy Eau Spa lunch.


Fine beauty and grooming services are available for bridesmaids with the “Bridal Party” treatment, which lasts 4.5 hours and includes an Eau Spa lunch, Eau De Massage, Classical Manicure and Pedicure, hair, make-up and a glass of champagne to top it all off, leaving the ladies in waiting feeling as special as the bride. “All the Groom’s Men” helps the gentlemen prepare, as well, with an Eau De Massage, haircut, express shave and blow-dry, finished off with a sip of the spa’s famed Diamond-infused elixir.

Eau Spa features 19 Spa Villas, including three spacious Couples’ Spa Villas, providing an intimate experience far beyond treatments, with lavish outdoor garden enclaves, oversized soaking tubs and al fresco rainfall showers for an open-air spa experience and ultimate relaxation either before or after the big day. Adjoining Spa Villas are also available and ideal for large groups and wedding parties.


Eau Spa is just the beginning when it comes to Ritz-Carlton wedding specialties. The beachside resort is home to four sophisticated wedding locales; couples can say their vows in the outdoor Courtyard, with an infinity pool and Atlantic Ocean as the romantic backdrop or one of the three ballrooms – Ocean, Plaza and Ritz-Carlton – adorned with decadent silk and chandeliers and spacious enough for any size gathering. For a more intimate wedding ceremony, couples can invite their closest friends and family to witness the exchange of vows in a fanciful oceanfront cabana. No matter which venue is chosen, the surf, sand and sunsets of Palm Beach are sure to imbue the day with tranquility and natural beauty.

Statement Jewelry Inspired by Africa: Walid

Walid Al Damirji has designed a line of jewelry that intersects vintage, with heirloom, with tribal Africa. These bespoke pieces, designed especially for Couture Lab, have a earthy but regal feel. I would style these pieces with an off-white or gold wedding gown for the perfect impact. See his entire collection here.