BRIDAL TRUNK SHOW: Amsale Bridesmaids @ The Wedding Library

WEDDING DEALS: That Something Blue

How can you not love finding your something blue on sale! You have to just love it. This beautiful Betsey Johnson Bow statement necklace would surely be the perfect final touch to your wedding outfit. It is even more perfect because it's on sale for at Piperlime for $61.99. Fab deal.

BRIDAL JEWELRY: JoJo Loves You

I love this beautiful ballroom pearl necklace by JoJo Loves You. Designer Josie Hewitt also makes custom wedding jewelry, if you don't fancy this one. See her entire collection on her web site.

FOR THE BRIDE: Take A Bow

This is just too cute for words. What a great alternative to a hair comb or tiara. Particularly if you are not having a formal wedding. The Alice bow is available at No More Twist Handmade.

WEDDING ACCESSORIES: The Perfect Clutch at Heidi Creations

I adore this dusty pink clutch. The color is so perfect and will add just a pop of color to your wedding ensemble. Available at Heidi Creations.

WEDDING DEALS: Vintage Statement Jewelry

OMG! The price of this drop dead gorgeous cobalt and blue demi vintage necklace and earring set is unbelievable. Available at 1900s Bride for $35.00.

WEDDING DRESSES: Vintage Beauty

I love vintage and this beautiful vintage wedding dress is no exception. I really love the ruffled sleeves. Available at Coral Vintage.

WEDDING DEALS: Ann Taylor Does Bridal

This is a great deal. The Briana Dress is available at Ann Taylor for $199.99. Yes, $199.99!

EDITOR'S PICKS: Wedding Dress Shopping @Shopbop

Thread, $495

I know that it is probably extremely difficult to pick your wedding dress online. But if you are adventurous enough to try, Shopbop.com may be your place. The majority of the dresses in their Wedding Boutique are under $1500. I was very surprised by that little fact. Also, their boutique carries names like Marchesa, Thread, Alice + Olivia, Ports 1961, and more for such amazing prices.

Here are few additional options under $1500:

Halston Heritage, $995

BCBG, $1048

Notte by Marchesa, $995


Temperly London, $1495

BRIDAL SHOWERS: Cutesy Table Decor

Could this be any more friggin' adorable? Love this idea as table decor for your bridal shower. So cute. Available at imeon design.

BRIDAL ACCESSORIES: The Sonnet Purse, Old is New Again

Old is definitely new again with this upcycled clutch, the Sonnet purse. Available at Which Goose.

BRIDAL SHOWERS: Wishing You The Best

Your guests definitely want to wish you the best. Let them leave their special wishes on the Wishing Tree by Hello Hanna. This is such a perfect centerpiece idea for your bridal shower.

FOR THE FLOWER GIRL: The Perfect White Linen Peasant Dress

Cute, right? So cute. It is so hard to find dresses for your little flower girl that are not rolls on top of rolls of chiffon and organza. You just want that adorable little dress for your beach wedding (or backyard wedding). Here it is. This white linen peasant dress is available at Laken and Lila.

NATIONAL STATIONERY SHOW: Rabbit Rabbit Cards

There were aisles upon aisles of cards and what not at the National Stationery Show. But there were a few places that made me laugh my a** off. One of those stops was Rabbit Rabbit Cards (sex, sap, and sarcasm). Audra Ann Ricketts is my kinda gal. I totally appreciate her sense of humor. She makes those cards that say the things that you really want to say but don't have the nerve to say. So now you can say it. Visit Rabbit Rabbit Cards to see for yourself.

Here are my favs (but there are so many other favorites):

Inside: Until then we will brace ourselves. congratulations!

Inside: Will You Please Come Over?

Inside: You are a b**** and I love you.

Inside: You brighten up my miserable day

Inside: Self absorption sure is time consuming

VINTAGE WEDDING DRESS: Beautiful Eyelet Halter Dress

I love this beautiful vintage eyelet halter dress. Such a lovely and simple dress option for brides who are having a more casual ceremony. Bare feet are optional. Available at Just Fab Vintage.

WEDDING JEWELRY: Vintage Statement Jewelry

This vintage rhinestone necklace is so beautiful. Vintage jewelry can make such a beautiful statement. Not to mention that vintage pieces are unique and are usually one-of-a-kind. Available at Bragging Bags.

FOR THE GROOM: What Time Is It? Erin Gallagher Knows

Erin Gallagher never ceases to amaze me. I had no idea that she sold cufflinks. Pretty fab cufflinks at that. I am especially loving these pair of watch works cuff links which are handmade from genuine antique watch works. Very unique for that unique groom. Available at Erin Gallagher.

NATIONAL STATIONERY SHOW: @NicStudio Launches New Collection

Nic shown her with her beautiful mother

One of my favorite people in the whole wide world is Nicole Block. Nic is the brilliant designer behind The Nic Studio in New York. I have to say that as far as good people go, Nic is the tops. We have been friends for years but hadn't met face to face until 2010. So funny.

But even more that a great person, Nic is a fabulous designer and illustrator. She has been working night and day on her new stationery line which she debuted at the stationery show. Her new line is fabulous. Even more so because every illustration on each invitation was drawn by Nic. Here are some not so great photos (I have got to get a new camera!!!). But you can see all of her current wares on her web site, The Nic Studio. This collection will launch on her web site some time this month.

WEDDING DRESSES: St. Pucchi Spring 2012

During Bridal Market in April, I visited the St. Pucchi suite to get an up close and personal look at the new St. Pucchi 2012 line. St. Pucchi is on the list of my favorite bridal lines.

I love the runway shows. But for me, I would much rather have the intimacy of a schedule appointment. Someone will take the time to explain each dress to you and I can take as many pictures as I want, the way that I want. A bonus for me was that the designer, Rani Totman was sitting there. She was so nice. She asked me what I thought about the collection. I told her that I loved it, as I always do. I love the drama of St. Pucchi. It's like being in a fairytale and you are the princess bride. So romantic. Visit St. Pucchi to see which one is your favorite.

St. Pucchi Spring 2012

NATIONAL STATIONERY SHOW: Is Your Groom A Forgetful Gentleman?

The National Stationery Show 2011 was so fabulous. It was wall-to-wall paper. I love paper. As an invitation designer, you have to love paper. So I was in a happy, happy place. Row upon row of fabulous invitations and fab cards to choose from for all of life's special events.

But lo and behold, there was one such company, that was just for the guys. So of course, I had to investigate further. Enter, Forgetful Gentleman. A company started by college pals, Nate and Scott who initially created these gorgeous cigar-turned-gift boxes for themselves and their friends who just cannot seem to remember life's important dates. The two also firmly believed that in this age of text messages, that the written word was dying (So do we!). As with most entrepreneurs, the two realized that these cigars boxes containing this fabulous correspondence system could be marketable. They were right.


Their Elephant Cards are a complete correspondence system that can be used to ensure these special life events do pass you by. To help you to remember, the Correspondence System includes access to personalized email and SMS event reminders through their online calendar management system. So when that day is approaching, he will receive an email and text message to remind him. The cards are called "Elephant Cards" because Nate and Scott believe that "men can sometimes be a little slow to action and need some prodding in the right direction..."


These sets are very masculine, modern and classy. Just how we like our men. There are two lines, letterpress and classic linen. Each cigar box contains the following:

• 12 letterpress or linen cards/envelopes (3 Thank You, 3 Happy Birthday, 2 Thinking of You, 2 Blank Correspondence Cards, 1 Congratulations and 1 Love You).


• Access to online personal event reminder system with customizable email and text message reminders.


• Matching envelopes with postage included with 4.


• Copy of A Forgetful Gentleman's Guide to Articulate Writing.


• 100% cotton paper from the same 15th c. Italian paper mill that produced Napoleon's wedding invitations and Picasso's art paper.

Such a wonderful gift for your guy or his groomsmen. Visit Forgetful Gentleman for more information or to purchase one of their correspondence systems.