Ever since shapewear was introduced there have been sighs of relief from women everywhere. Shapewear has made it possible for women of almost every shape and size to wear those more figure hugging and sexy pieces. Body Wrap, a collection of seamless and sophisticated pieces, offers adjustable cup sizes and immediate results, creating the illusion of a slimmer, firmer figure. There's a great selection of pieces in the collection and are so comfortable you'll forget you're wearing them! Visit www.bodywrap-shapewear.com to find out how you can feel even better on your big day!
Posted by Emilie Harrison
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These DIY origami invitations that Amy from the blog Eat Drink Chic sent out for her engagement party are amazing - the amount of time she must have spent on these certainly show her dedication to having the most perfect and unique invitations. Amy said that the most time consuming part of the process was hand stitching the translucent paper pockets. Well done Amy for thinking outside the square and creating something very personal - we can't wait to see your wedding invitations!
Check out Amy's blog to download a template to make these origami hearts.
Posted by Emma Henderson
**UPDATE: 8.april.10: unfortunately i have been unable to get a response from leah at smittenxoxo after a number of emails, and her shop has been closed temporarily.
i do hope leah gets back on her feet, and will consider putting the post back up once that occurs, but i cannot currently recommend her work in good faith.
{ custom heart tree pillow by cozyblue }
liz of cozyblue writes with a sweet idea for a wedding or anniversary gift -- the screenprinted/custom-embroidered tree pillow ("also available as wall art, for those with juice-dribbling kiddos or animals who like to claw"). or, for your friends growing families, the adorable custom family tree. thanks for writing, liz!
also clever:
{ cozyblue }
- three recent columbia grads started a company called chocomize.com, where you can custom-design your own chocolate bars as favors or whatnot. i like their story.
- max and margaret of unusually fine photography wrote with an unusually charming invite for new york couples to enter their free wedding-day photography contest by march 12. check out their fun portfolio.
- oxo is still flacking their free giveaway contest, happening each week. nothing wrong with free! acloserlookatoxo.com
I am very spoiled - people send me the most beautiful things. This little parcel arrived earlier in the week from Viola at Chewing the Cud. She must know me well as brown paper packages tied up with string are easily my favourite things! I can't go past kraft paper for a down-to-earth utilitarianism - it matches everything - and red & white striped twine adds a really special touch.
The little notebook has a quote on the front cover from Confucious - 'Wherever you go, go with all your heart'. What a lovely sentiment - this would make a great favour for guests at a wedding.
For more beautiful stationery inspiration do check their website as there are many more products to admire.
Thank you Viola.
Posted by Jane Cameron
I'm in love with talented Australian designer Lisa Brown's latest Winter 2010 collection. Launching this month, the collection captures a dreamy, feminine allure with her signature hand-washable silks, delicate embellishments and hand tied plait and rope details. This winter Lisa was inspired by a return to romance using decadent jewel colours, vintage inspired floral prints and indulgent hand knitted dresses. “I have always been inspired by the notion that fabric is the romance in a garment. Fluid texture, generous proportions, and attention to even the smallest detail are important in all my designs”, Lisa says. Winter 2010 is Lisa’s fourth major collection and includes new rich colours for her ever popular “poppy v frill dress” but also some strong, sculptural new looks featuring delicate gold embellishments in feature neck and back lines. The collection will be available to purchase in store from mid-February 2010 so visit www.lisabrown.com.au for stockist details.
Posted by Emilie Harrison
I know that sometimes (actually all the time!) my adoration of shoes seems a bit excessive and expensive but I have to admit I do love it when I come across a beautiful shoe at a great price. These Tony Bianco peep toes would make perfect wedding shoes. They're also available in black suede, which means there is a matching bridesmaid option. The best bit? They're priced at $159.95. Halleluiah! Visit www.tonybianco.com.au to view all their latest delights.
Gazelle in bone pearl. Also available in black suede $159.95
Posted by Emilie Harrison
I am so happy to have found these stunning necklaces from American designerElva Fields via the Shelter Interior Design blog. I absolutely adore them! Owner/designer Emily scours flea markets and auctions for unusual vintage and antique pieces and reconfigures them into beautiful jewellery. They would make such a statement with a simple, strapless wedding dress.
Elva Field necklaces would look gorgeous with a dress like this Lisa Ho number
Long Feather dress in nougat $12,999
Posted by Emma Henderson
When brand creator Shereen Nimbalker started the search for the ultimate dress for her autumn wedding, she quickly discovered that though the gowns were plentiful, uniqueness was hard to find. It was this that inspired her idea to launch www.manikinnbrides.com. Paving a new way in the Australian bridal market by creating bespoke wedding dresses available online, each dress is custom made in colour and size to match every brides dream. Manikinnbride is about taking fashion and on-trend elements and translating this to bridal wear. Elements of romance, drama and an underlying theme of Parisian elegance shape the collection. The collection will suit any bride that wants to create her own unique style for her wedding. Manikinnbride will launch this month and bridesmaids dress styles are also available. Gowns range from $240 to $2,000 with 15 new styles to be released every quarter. Visit www.manikinnbrides.com to view the collection.
Posted by Emilie Harrison
A candy buffet is the perfect addition to a 50s style wedding reception. We had a candy buffet at our own wedding instead of favours, and it was a huge hit with kids and big kids alike!
Image credit: Gemma Comas/Amy Atlas Events
By their very nature, candy buffets have a retro feel and bring back childhood memories of visiting the sweet shop for a quarter of Rhubarb & Custards. Consider giving your buffet a retro sweet shop feel with glass jars, scoops and paper bags, or choosing colours to match your scheme.
Image credit: Gemma Comas/Amy Atlas Events
The fabulous candy buffets featured in this post where designed by Amy Atlas Events. The New York based events company create the most amazing customised tables for weddings and events, you can see more eye candy on their website.
If you want to have a go at creating your own candy buffet here's what you'll need (click on the links for examples):
1. A table and some boxes to create different levels
2. Table cloth or fabric to match your colour scheme
3. Glass jars, bon bon jars, vases and cake stands
4. Metal sweet scoops
5. Small paper bags
6. Bunting to match your theme
7. Sweet jar labels
8. And lots of sweets of course!
You can also find some of the things you will need in the candy buffet category in our blog shop!
