Boutonnieres, Thinking Outside The Box + Giveaway!
NOV 03Hi all, it’s Krista. I’m back with another Etsy round up and a giveaway! This time I decided to expand on Melissa’s previous post with some more unique boutonnieres. 10 Crasepdia Boutonnieres FayeMarie $85.00 ATHENA SERIES Boutonniere PompAndPlumage $14.00 Eco Boutonnieres made to ord… MontgomeryBloo… $8.00 2 Boutineers peacock feather… Rationale $26.00 Eco Flower Carnation [...]read more
Get the Look: Colour Palette No. 4
OCT 27Deposit for a gray brooch po… Noaki $160.00 Rustic Earthy Guestbook with… RomancingJulie… $49.50 honeysuckle bouquet … 3 Po… pomtree $12.00 Sunflower Yellow Birdcage Ve… amandaarcher $40.00 Pomander kissing ball cream … suzie2q $21.95 All About a Bow – Amber Yell… DavieandChiyo $78.00 Love Bird Dress, Charcoal Gr… amandaarcher $200.00 Charlotte Yellow & Sparkle E… [...]read more
Beautiful Outdoor Wedding in Greece
SEP 26Sometimes I’m amazed by how far geographically this blog reaches brides. I received an email from Sara, a wedding planner in Greece (SP weddings) who had some good news to share. I have been a blog fan for around a year and a half and wanted to write a short email to thank you for [...]read more
Vera Wang Bridesmaids for Davids Bridal
JUL 07I’m so excited and have been waiting to share this with you! As you know, Vera Wang has teamed up with David’s Bridal to create a new line called “White”. And while you’ve already seen the bridal gowns, here’s a look at the new bridesmaid dresses. Again, Vera doesn’t disappoint. The dresses are classy and [...]read more
New Gown Looks from J. Crew
JUN 08I am totally loving the latest wedding gown designs over at J. Crew. They’re simple, understated and SO perfect for a modern bride. Not interested in ordering dresses online or going down to the States to search for a dress? Consider “alternative” collections such as Nicole Miller & Jenny Yoo and always consider bridesmaids dresses [...]read more
Hi / Low – Glam Bride!
MAY 30Happy Monday :) When I read magazines, I absolutely love the high/low options. It really goes to show that you can have the same look for a lot less. Let’s face it, we aren’t all made of money! Shopping List: Shoes – Jimmy Choo : $1000 Silver Clutch – Jimmy Choo : +$1150 Gown – [...]read more
Let’s Wrap This Up!
MAY 13Weekend…oh goodness how I wish you could have come sooner. My whole week has been filled with appliance shopping. I was totally looking forward to it, but somehow there’s just too many choices out there. Why can’t there be an iphone app where I can put in the features that I want, a price, some [...]read more
Bridal Belts & Sashes
FEB 24I am in absolute love with these belts which add that little bit of “ooooomph!” to your wedding ensemble. Gorgeous! And if you’re looking for something handmade, you definitely should check out etsy. Here’s a couple I’ve come across that I think you should look at. I’m definitely a flower girl! {one, two, three} {images: [...]read more
Something Blue
JUL 27I am a big fan of emersonmade and love checking ou their site whenever I get a chance to. Here’s one of their blue fabric flowers which would be adorable on any wedding dress. Apparently they’re coming out with their own clothing line, so that’s equally exciting. So chic! {images: emersonmade}read more
Personal Update: The Dress!
MAR 18Yesterday I spoke with a freelance writer for the Calgary Herald about wedding blogging and through the conversation I realized I have yet to post about my dress! With just 10 weeks to go, the time for getting the dress altered is fast approaching. From what I’ve learned, alterations should be made no earlier than [...]read more
Pretty Belted Details
FEB 22Happy Monday…oh who am I kidding? mondays are never fun! It’s been a while since I’ve checked out Jennifer Behr‘s accessories and was delighted to see that she’s expanded her belt collection alongside her already existing hair piece collections. I think these pretty belt details would be such a nice embellishment on any wedding gown…and [...]read more
Cap Toes!
JAN 26I have no idea why, but I have this affinity for two tone flats. I’ve been seeing them a lot more this season and I think they would be so utterly chic and unexpected under a big white dress. {all available at the following online stores: revolveclothing.com (my fave!), neiman marcus & j. crew}read more
Hold It Tight
OCT 21Check out these pretty clutches from MISMA on etsy. I think they would be a nice gift for your bridesmaids or serve as a punch of color with your wedding gown. {images: MISMA}read more
J. Mendel
SEP 27Speaking of J. Mendel, I thought I’d check out his collection after posting so much about the one worn by Kate Walsh. {images: style.com}read more
Feminine Charm
AUG 09I adore pearls! I think I have a gazillion pairs of pearl earrings (ok..some aren’t real =P) and a couple pearl necklaces. I’m hoping to incorporate some pearls along the back of my wedding gown and on the wrap of my bouquet. Pearls are the traditional details that add a feminine touch to any outfit. [...]read more
Beauty Bolero
JUL 30I love this delicate, yet ornate bolero from toccata on etsy. {image: toccata}read more
Veils of Personality
JUL 17While I’ll be wearing a traditional veil, I can’t help but think what it would look like to wear a unique veil that isn’t quite ‘mainstream’. {images: sara gabriel}read more
i love factory
JUL 08I am always on the lookout for unique hairpieces, so I jumped when I saw these handsewn head pieces from i love factory. Check out their site for more chic designs. {images: i love factory}read more
Accent Pretty in Dusty Rose
APR 23Some pretty finds from J. Crew‘s new arrivals…lots of soft pastels – silvers, whites & pinks!read more
Back to Old Hollywood Glamour
APR 15With all the buzz of birdcage veils among brides today, it seems as though the look has now transcended to the red carpet. At the premier of the movie Grey Gardens, actress Drew Barrymore was head to toe old Hollywood glamour, wearing a vintage nude-colored Alberta Ferretti gown, birdcage veil with jewelled hair pieces, and [...]read more
Wedding Finds in Ottawa
MAR 11{McCaffrey Haute Couture} I just got back from my trip in Ottawa and thought I’d share with you some of my beautiful wedding finds. Last time I was in the Nation’s capital, my taxi drove past a boutique bridal shop on Sussex Dr and I made a note to myself to check it out the [...]read more
Ribbon Stone-Bead Accessories
MAR 02{Paloma Blanca} So yesterday I had posted about the beautiful Paloma Blanca gowns. I couldn’t help but notice the pretty ribbon beaded necklace & bracelets. I love how they used the necklace and wrapped it around the wrist to create the bracelet. I like that the bracelet serves as a stylish alternative if a bride [...]read more
Grammy Fashion & Hairdos
FEB 09Amidst all the crazy Grammy fashion from last night, there were a couple standouts. Take for example, Katy Perry & Kate Beckinsale who both channeled ‘glam’. Zooey Deschanel & Audrina Patridge (not liking this hairstyle – it’s reminding me of a half-princess leia) Miley‘s formal hair and drop down earrings & Katy Perry‘s pink lipstick [...]read more
Mantilla Veils
JAN 27{theknot.com} There is something so romantic and traditional when a bride wears a mantilla veil. The piece itself commands attention placing all eyes on the bride as she walks down the aisle. I am strongly considering this, however, it ultimately depends on the type of dress I will end up choosing. In my opinion, a [...]read more
A Hint of Saffron
OCT 31J crew has some very cute rosetted clutches in bright saffron (shown above), light fushia, ivory, bright azul (blue), and black. I was particularly drawn to the saffron clutch, which can be complemented with a bouquet of cala lilly sunrises, as shown above, or bright gerber daisies. {bouquet: theknot.com, clutch: jcrew}read more
Statement Cocktail Rings
OCT 29Came across these glamorous cocktail rings at J. Crew and had to share them with you. These cocktail rings show that bigger is better and floral designs are definately making a statement. I think it’s nice to add a little flair to a wedding ensemble that tends to be monochromatic white. It’s also a nice [...]read more
Designer Slides for Brides: Deals
JUN 04A bride will be on her feet all night long, so why not pamper them? Here are some designer slides by Fendi and Prada that just so happen to be on sale. Left: Fendi Bow Slide in White Leather $490 $315 Right: Prada Patent Degrade Slide in White/Taupe $420 $315read more
