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Brideness.Net

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My girl Vie has just opened a new blog called Brideness.Net. This blog is perfect for all you gal out there searching for wedding gowns. Vie finds some of the most beautiful gowns out there and is sure to get your wheels turning on what you are looking for in the perfect wedding dress. Vie’s overall goal is to “help every future bride to shine and be joyful on their big day.” So check out the site, I am sure you will love it!

Changing the Present.Com

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When is comes to wedding presents sometimes, you just don’t need another toaster nor do you want a set of fine china. Often times when people get married they are already well established and have lived on there own. Many people do not want or need anything for the household. If this is the case with you, or you would rather give back to the community, then there is a site out there that you are going to love. Changing the Present.Com is a site that allows you to register for wedding gifts that help the community. Instead of registering for a toaster, you can register to help fight cancer, AIDS, or hunger. This site is a nonprofit organization and contains a multitude of charities to donate to. I have provided a link to a couple below, so check out the site and let me know what you think!

 

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A Beach Themed Menu

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If you are having a beach themed wedding and are looking for a unique menu, then you have to check out this menu option from Brides.Com. What first drew my attention to this menu was the dessert that looks like a little sand bucket. At first glance it looks exactly like sand but it is really a tasty little concoction from Will Goldfarb, Room 4 Dessert, nyr4d.com. For the main course there is an option of lobster or chicken. But if your family is anything like mine and doesn’t like sea food then I would substitute the lobster for steak. Either way this is one tasty little dinner menu that is sure to leave an impression!

The dessert: Citrusy mousse and passion fruit puree topped with a sunny cookie and shortbread “sand” to sprinkle on top.

The menu
Cocktail: Pomegranate martini

Salad: Grilled watermelon with tomato and basil

Main Course: Half Maine lobster with tropical fruit relish or chicken turnovers with smoked tomato salad, both served with sweet corn and warm sweet potato salad

David’s Bridal Gown Style H9274

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Check out this new addition to the David’s Bridal collection. I absolutely love the new take on a classic design. I love the new wedding dresses that have some color in them. I love color myself and I am ecstatic when I see color in a wedding dress because it is out of the ordinary, even though it is gaining more popularity everyday. I am a sucker for the color red, so this gown is right up my alley. I could see this gown being worn at a winter wedding. Couldn’t you? However this gown is also offered in 15 other colors, so if you are not a red fanatic like me; no worries there are other colors to choose from. Plus is dress is a steal at only $599.00! See this dress!

Personalized Underwear

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Are you looking for something to make your wedding night extra special? Well our personalized underwear is just the thing. Whether it is a bride set or a completely personalized saying of your own, these undies are unique and sure to grab his attention. Plus our personalized Mrs.____ collection is a new and fun way to show off your new name to the one you love!

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Wedding Centerpieces

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Wedding centerpieces help tie together the look of your entire table setting. The centerpieces will influence the linens you choose, the size of the tables and even the number of guests you seat on each table.

It’s important to discuss beforehand the centerpiece options available to you with your decorator and caterer.

Things to keep in mind when selecting your centerpieces

The size of the wedding centerpiece is important. The centerpiece shouldn’t be so small as to get overlooked. But if it’s too large, there might not be enough room for other things like the place cards, cutlery, and crockery and in general the table may become too cramped.

The height of the centerpiece also needs to be carefully considered. If the centerpiece you choose is something thin like a beautiful candle, the height won’t matter. In fact you may need it to be really tall to get noticed. On the other hand if the wedding centerpiece is a floral arrangement, ensure that it is short enough that guests can see each other over the arrangement. Often people choose wedding centerpieces that are so overwhelming that guests cannot even see each other across them, let alone hold a conversation!

Of course, your budget will largely determine the wedding centerpiece you choose. Wedding centerpieces can be very affordable or very extravagant. It’s up to you to decide how much to spend.

You could also choose a wedding centerpiece that doubles as wedding party favors. This is a great idea because it allows you to combine your budget for the wedding centerpieces and the party favors and afford something better.

Wedding centerpiece options

Floral arrangements are the most common and traditional wedding centerpiece options. They can vary from small exotic arrangements to large effusive ones. If you want the wedding centerpiece to double as a party favor, think about placing a small potted plant that also acts as the place card holders, after the party guests can take their plant home. This works very well and merges with the wedding decoration for a garden theme party.

Tabletop fountains make for exotic wedding centerpieces. They can certainly add an Asian feel to your entire wedding reception. Place votive candles around the fountain to give an exotic feel.

A crystal bowl filled with rose petals floating in water makes a great wedding centerpiece. You can add floating candles if the wedding reception is at night. The roses not only add romance to the atmosphere, but their fragrance will enhance the entire wedding decoration.

There are many options available when choosing your wedding centerpieces, and they are a big part of the overall wedding decoration, so give them the attention they deserve. You’ll be surprised how much they bring to your reception.

Via

Breathtaking Wedding Up-Do

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When I found this up-do picture, I totally fell in love! This Audrey Hepburn inspired up-do is a new take on a classic style. The loose cascade of tousled curls, which is complimented by a sleek swoop bang, brings attention to the face and makes the eyes pop. The crystal and rhinestone comb, add a touch of elegance to an already glamorous style.   See more views of this style! 

   
 

Get the Look Bridal Make-Up from Bobbi Brown

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There are a ton of cosmetic retailers out there that will give you great tips to achieve a great wedding look. Bobbi Brown is one of those resources. They give you step by step instructions to achieve the look they are displaying. Of course they are trying to get you too buy the make-up to achieve that look. However, it is cheaper to buy the make-up and do it yourself than to get it done in the salon. Plus you will have all the make-up on hand, if you need any touch-ups. The one thing I would say about doing your own make-up on your wedding day is to practice and try a couple different looks to see what you like. With that said here is the step by step on how to achieve the look pictured above.
 

  1. Eye Cream- Pat a lightweight eye cream, under the eyes to smooth skin and prepare it for concealer.
  2. Moisturize- this will give you an even application of foundation and prevent cakeiness in those dry areas.
  3. Concealer- Concealer brightens up your face and lifts your look in pictures. Apply Creamy Concealer Kit on dark circles using the Concealer Brush. For extra-dark circles, start with a Corrector, then layer on your regular concealer. Never apply concealer on eyelids; it will cause eye makeup to smear and crease.
  4. Yellow Toned Foundation: Flash photography emphasizes pink tones, so be sure to even out your skin with a yellow-toned foundation. Start around the nose and mouth where there’s redness, then blend out to the rest of the face.
  5. Powder: Powder is a wedding day essential. Set concealer and foundation with Sheer Finish Loose Powder to make them longer-lasting and to ensure that skin looks matte in pictures. Keep Blotting Papers in your purse for touch-ups throughout the day. These powder-free papers absorb excess shine while leaving your makeup looking flawless.
  6. Eye Shadow- Sweep a light Eye Shadow from lashline to browbone applied with the Eye Shader Brush. Follow with a medium shadow on lower lid using the Eye Shadow Brush.
  7. Eye Liner & Mascara- Define eyes with black or brown Long-Wear Gel Eyeliner on upper lashline with the Ultra Fine Eye Liner Brush. Match with a black or brown Eye Shadow along lower lashline with a slightly damp Eye Liner Brush.

    To open up eyes even more, curl lashes before applying mascara. Finish with two coats of Lash Glamour Lengthening Mascara.

  8. Blush- For a pretty flush that lasts through the ceremony and reception, use two shades of Blush. Bobbi recommends using a touch more Blush than usual to avoid looking washed-out in your wedding day pictures.

    Apply a neutral Blush on the apples of cheeks with Blush Brush, blending up into the hairline, then downwards to soften. Finish with a pop of brighter blush, just on the apples of cheeks.

 

Great Tips from Bobbi Brown
 

For fresh, dewy cheeks, opt for Cream Blush Stick. For a sheer stain on cheeks, use rosy shades of Pot Rouge For Lips And Cheeks.
 

Neutral and pale lipsticks look washed out in photographs, so choose a Lip Color that’s one to two shades brighter than what you normally wear.

To make lipstick last longer, line and fill in lips with Lip Liner before applying your lipstick.

For precise application, use a Lip Brush to apply your lipstick.

Finish your look with a touch of Lip Gloss to make lips look fuller.

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