tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11566280318603191662024-02-19T18:22:16.174-08:00Bombshell BrideFor FABULOUS full-figured brides-to-be!African-American Brideshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17949914197114000898noreply@blogger.comBlogger94125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1156628031860319166.post-44375687924365231322011-06-16T13:35:00.000-07:002011-06-16T14:00:50.434-07:00Wedding Day Beauty Tips<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgapoqivvWh-7oBR9hSAhxC15PLkiVrnK-KDEpB6O_nEAz6zN2dola1MMFBIcQWz61yoiJfNJBlRE3i2wfPgLLrLgFtFJY7ShI5G02ArOB25PlwuDe_tKi4dphh-yGNNsmipOOejMGBk8Ik/s1600/julianalandis2.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgapoqivvWh-7oBR9hSAhxC15PLkiVrnK-KDEpB6O_nEAz6zN2dola1MMFBIcQWz61yoiJfNJBlRE3i2wfPgLLrLgFtFJY7ShI5G02ArOB25PlwuDe_tKi4dphh-yGNNsmipOOejMGBk8Ik/s320/julianalandis2.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5618925454083785666" /></a><br />-by guest blogger <a href="http://www.JulianaLandis.com"><u>Juliana Landis</u></a><br /><br />Aside from her dress, makeup is one of the most important things a bride can wear on her wedding day. All brides want to look their best on this day more than any other occasion, as the video and pictures taken will be viewed for years to come. Makeup Juliana Landis has some great tips for you and your readers to achieve that stunning look on such the special day.<br /><br /> <br /><br />Before the big day arrives it is very important to research makeup artists at least 3-6 months in advance in order to set up trial run. By doing so a bride can discuss their look/style and scan through magazines to guarantee they get the look they want on their wedding day.<br /><br /> <br /><br />Creating a flawless base that doesn’t look heavy or caked on is essential. To do this, Landis believes a good primer is essential. When preparing a bridal client at her studio, Landis likes to airbrush her clients to give them a flawless red carpet look, using Temptu, as they have a great color range for every skin tone and their silicone base covers all imperfections. Also suggested is the bride should stay away from shimmer powders and bronzers as it doesn’t always photograph well and try to stick with a matte bronzer. To avoid unwanted shine, Landis uses a yellow toned translucent powder concentrating on the forehead, nose and cheek area. The most important step in creating a beautiful “blushing” bride is – blush! A romantic pink color works well on lips and cheeks as beiges and nudes will wash out in the photos, something critical for a bride to avoid! A great color Landis recommends is Nars in Orgasm, it works well will every skin tone and stays put all day and comes in a stick form that the bride can keep with her and re-apply as needed.<br /><br /> <br /><br />Eyes should be as natural as possible to create a classic and timeless look that will remain in style for years to come. Landis likes to use a beige color all over the entire lid, with a taupe color in the crease and a sweep of peach across the lid. This color combination will give the appearance of a no makeup look. To give brides a very natural, pretty look, Landis likes to create a light smokey eye, that always looks great. If the bride has blue or green eyes I like to use natural copper colors with a taupe in the crease for contour, these colors will make the eye color pop. My brown eyed girls look great with deep plums again with taupe in the crease and keeping in mind to blend blend blend. Eyes should be lined with a soft brown pencil, and if needed, individual lashes can be applied to add a more dramatic look. Make sure to use waterproof glue, or better yet – have semi permanent lashes applied by a professional. These will stay put through the wedding day tears all the way through to the end of your honeymoon.<br /><br /> <br /><br />To ensure long lasting lip color, Landis suggests using a lip liner a few shades darker than your natural skin tone and fill in with lipstick applied with a lip brush. This technique will hold much better than lip gloss.<br />http://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gif<br /> <br /><br />For last minute emergencies at the alter, the Maid of Honor should keep a rescue kit containing concealer, lipstick, Advil, band-aids, safety pins and tissues!!<br /><br /> <br /><br />Juliana Landis is an LA based makeup artist and brow/lash expert providing an array of beauty services at Juliana Landis Brow & Lash Studio in LA. For further information, please visit <a href="http://www.JulianaLandis.com"><u>www.JulianaLandis.com</u></a>.African-American Brideshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17949914197114000898noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1156628031860319166.post-83836032256167805702011-02-26T16:32:00.000-08:002011-02-26T16:33:00.736-08:00Figure-Flattering Dress Tips<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguQvQq3iLMLNgtfHyQPBF_0X-CIggeQYxD7WuaC2Kmt5cHfuOrp05m3pyJRO22RkoFV0VnuTv0Q1nd9mutTGFhqhtxCaXwUmcasAbZ_g9A8jtaOeWBG_7vEtwTz3slITcaVW2v6difhn8/s1600/African-American+Brides+Post2-1.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 204px; height: 284px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguQvQq3iLMLNgtfHyQPBF_0X-CIggeQYxD7WuaC2Kmt5cHfuOrp05m3pyJRO22RkoFV0VnuTv0Q1nd9mutTGFhqhtxCaXwUmcasAbZ_g9A8jtaOeWBG_7vEtwTz3slITcaVW2v6difhn8/s400/African-American+Brides+Post2-1.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5496738070360388626" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><a href=" http://www.davidsbridal.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/TopCategoriesDisplay?langId=-1&storeId=10052&catalogId=10051"><u>Wedding gowns</u></a> and <a href="http://www.davidsbridal.com/Browse_Bridal-Party-Bridesmaids-All-Bridesmaid-Dresses"><u>bridesmaid dresses</u></a> can be difficult to search through when looking to compliment your best features. So here are some ideas for all you “soon-to-be” brides and your bridal party!<br /><br /> <br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Full Figure</span><br /><br />The best route is to not only highlight your best assets, but to tailor it to your figure. Like this David’s Bridal dress, an A-line, empire waistline gown is sophisticated and stylish, but choose your fabric wisely. Make sure it’s gathered in the right areas to accentuate your curves. If you do go for an empire waistline, make sure the waist isn’t too high underneath your bust.<br /> <br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Pear Shaped</span><br /><br />A full, A-line wedding dress is the best silhouette for wider hips and narrow shoulders. Try a gathered, asymmetrical waist that will show off your curves in a glamorous way. A V-neckline will flatter your bust and an ordinate sash to draw attention to you mid-area. It’s best to avoid column dresses; they tend to emphasize your hips.<br /> <br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Small Bust</span><br /><br />There is nothing wrong with creating a little illusion. You can use this season’s trends of bows and rosettes to add interest to your bust area with empire waistline. If you want an A-line silhouette, keep the bodice loose and consider slight padding to balance out the full skirt.<br /><br /> <br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Boyish Figure</span><br /><br />Showing off you best features, such as your legs and tummy are perfect for brides looking to create curves on their wedding day. Embrace this year’s runway trends and opt for a mini or shorter hemline. Sheath, column and A-line silhouettes will unexpectedly show off your best features while creating the appearance of a fuller figure.<br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Chic Maids</span><br /> <br />Is your bridal party a mix of sizes and body types? A great option for your bridal party is to do bridal separates that will flatter each body type. You can keep the same color palette and skirt length, but have each bridesmaid decide whether they would like a strapless, V-Neck, halter, blouson, or asymmetrical cut top.African-American Brideshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17949914197114000898noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1156628031860319166.post-75338183337180772712010-11-18T08:57:00.001-08:002010-11-18T09:02:54.806-08:00Wedding Gown of the Day: Simple Elegance<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxg0nUnhb9MO5aBvpZT9RTM_Y-Eb7cHuNemeE-uGQJE-FSQq6PNovrTznvL2tJfrPhOhVb16xG6SIQCGtDi3KeQCDHRbJNgbH7WoRBq4kApYaehYj7EMOJ-puXML5TPpK_ZN2-XAnPe1E5/s1600/sydneyscloset.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 266px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxg0nUnhb9MO5aBvpZT9RTM_Y-Eb7cHuNemeE-uGQJE-FSQq6PNovrTznvL2tJfrPhOhVb16xG6SIQCGtDi3KeQCDHRbJNgbH7WoRBq4kApYaehYj7EMOJ-puXML5TPpK_ZN2-XAnPe1E5/s400/sydneyscloset.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5540936248641609666" /></a><br /><br />"Unforgettable" Style 1011<br />from <a href="http://www.sydneyscloset.com"><u>Sydney's Closet</u></a>African-American Brideshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17949914197114000898noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1156628031860319166.post-30372174433610942972010-09-03T19:30:00.000-07:002010-09-04T08:25:14.658-07:00Avoiding Floral Disappointment On Your Wedding Day<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFlfl6UnvnFrS0IC62MIlX9P83uiYgqkG43MblgaU18D4RsYNcwquj75TaDoHQrWGMWRmn2tksjWxEa8DEKlCu0LHW_1TuNITr2x9IrxK44Um482BlFUO5PXQzGyMOMnZb5jYmOgtzIdEI/s1600/iStock_000007177967XSmall.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 234px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFlfl6UnvnFrS0IC62MIlX9P83uiYgqkG43MblgaU18D4RsYNcwquj75TaDoHQrWGMWRmn2tksjWxEa8DEKlCu0LHW_1TuNITr2x9IrxK44Um482BlFUO5PXQzGyMOMnZb5jYmOgtzIdEI/s320/iStock_000007177967XSmall.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5513072427459094194" /></a><br /><br /><br />Most brides have fond memories of their wedding day decor. But if there is one area that seems prone to problems, it's floral arrangement. The good news is that you can do a lot to avoid disappointment with your flowers by asking then right questions when interviewing for a <a href="http://www.yellowpages.ca/business/00570200.html"><u>florist</u></a>. <br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Are you a full-time florist? </span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Do you paint/airbrush flowers to fit a color scheme?</span> (And let them know if you don't want this done!) <br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Have you handled events of this size before?</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">What time do you arrive to set-up your equipment?</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">How many weddings do you do per year?</span> <br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Do you have a portfolio and a list of referrals?</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">What style do you specialize in? Romantic? Traditional? Modern? </span><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;"><br />How far in advance will you make my centerpieces and bouquets?</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;"><br />Do you require a deposit? </span><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;"><br />Do you provide a written contract? <br /></span><br /><br />What are some other questions that are important to ask? Let us know! :)Brickhousehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04876809284363518114noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1156628031860319166.post-9226006110595836522010-08-27T08:13:00.000-07:002010-08-27T09:25:30.192-07:00Affordable Wedding Dresses Online<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-0cp2gE-7WKuDP_V_S5UWrwcBFNLcnrY3d5usbNRwgsNLTryICf0IU1T451RCz2f5R5CVuFWvBWOw763dmCmzrWhrDchSUngkM1ISw-iLZetjFsTTpFgB1VzS3rhXd8OvntOwNmFxJ_AE/s1600/igigi0.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 148px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-0cp2gE-7WKuDP_V_S5UWrwcBFNLcnrY3d5usbNRwgsNLTryICf0IU1T451RCz2f5R5CVuFWvBWOw763dmCmzrWhrDchSUngkM1ISw-iLZetjFsTTpFgB1VzS3rhXd8OvntOwNmFxJ_AE/s200/igigi0.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5510122221812299538" /></a><br /><br />My apologies for the unintended break, but I'm back with lots of great stuff to share with you so get ready! I know that many brides today are looking for simpler choices in wedding dresses. I think it's partly because of the current economy, but also because simple-yet-elegant styles are in fashion right now. That's why some clothing companies are starting online bridal boutiques to cater to brides who want more casual options. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=185607&u=132516&m=293&urllink=&afftrack="><u>Bridal Boutique at Kiyonna.com</u></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmJi1BdlfRlXJrF6t_SNT7PlorIaeOVbMtFFuseT8e5SbGBGxiM4-FMkxXOBYg75to_w1j4ZWA8eeXGkGSQlADvaJCJUvXWhxcj2O4caed6NWg5sOAwabtQh3sjEpmmHlz8GDxfMBMrtg8/s1600/kiyonnaweddingdress.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 367px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmJi1BdlfRlXJrF6t_SNT7PlorIaeOVbMtFFuseT8e5SbGBGxiM4-FMkxXOBYg75to_w1j4ZWA8eeXGkGSQlADvaJCJUvXWhxcj2O4caed6NWg5sOAwabtQh3sjEpmmHlz8GDxfMBMrtg8/s400/kiyonnaweddingdress.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5510121463793350386" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">$420</span><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.igigi.com/plus-size-wedding"><u>Igigi</u></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxfdmOK1HNitFMUbvzuby7qCD8nMNsPAXo5TEAbQTuQoSd_Iw2NimN-jN9sNqb_zVB4rTgy4A9lKGn4jGabS3_4P9IA-Am0pUpL7i2DTqBX_Trsp5ZpT61EtUHcnTfjK1_wS-r2_mRJ0Y-/s1600/igigieveline-noshrug.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 297px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxfdmOK1HNitFMUbvzuby7qCD8nMNsPAXo5TEAbQTuQoSd_Iw2NimN-jN9sNqb_zVB4rTgy4A9lKGn4jGabS3_4P9IA-Am0pUpL7i2DTqBX_Trsp5ZpT61EtUHcnTfjK1_wS-r2_mRJ0Y-/s400/igigieveline-noshrug.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5510121212205995938" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">$320</span><br /><br /><a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=77861&u=132516&m=12392&urllink=&afftrack="><u>Plus Size Bridal</u></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgK2XS5h-uv4WuRvsV1wgF74a-gOqE4uiyQqWtqdXiZSL4B9IORmw6aQhxBJru0KQ9_3xcPBY3boSKHTUae3dx5J-ca-KyVr5WPjZ3fP8HBuDA0nzC-Tvsc8Cg_C2r-kzYQvKMrx_9nZwef/s1600/plussizebridal.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 302px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgK2XS5h-uv4WuRvsV1wgF74a-gOqE4uiyQqWtqdXiZSL4B9IORmw6aQhxBJru0KQ9_3xcPBY3boSKHTUae3dx5J-ca-KyVr5WPjZ3fP8HBuDA0nzC-Tvsc8Cg_C2r-kzYQvKMrx_9nZwef/s400/plussizebridal.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5510121700665761698" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">$318</span><br /><br /><a href="http://www.dpbolvw.net/click-1622978-10764477"><u>Milanoo</u></a><img src="http://www.tqlkg.com/image-1622978-10764477" width="1" height="1" border="0"/><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmVzNsw7UTyPaVtG1jZcIDyFaOkc6pDiLIVS2ugDoawkNWdQ5Z7KkZA6g__znT2Qga_-OyOffXiP6C3Por5ctOeGWa0xYaVZ8gh-tIM0_NoakW14Glzhu3iWC1LYVToXWV6qLa8Q3ox-MR/s1600/milanoo.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 288px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmVzNsw7UTyPaVtG1jZcIDyFaOkc6pDiLIVS2ugDoawkNWdQ5Z7KkZA6g__znT2Qga_-OyOffXiP6C3Por5ctOeGWa0xYaVZ8gh-tIM0_NoakW14Glzhu3iWC1LYVToXWV6qLa8Q3ox-MR/s400/milanoo.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5510125511647511026" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">$168.99</span>Brickhousehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04876809284363518114noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1156628031860319166.post-76230713838126126102010-06-17T12:33:00.000-07:002010-06-17T15:10:45.842-07:00Bridal Bliss on Essence.com<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhErIRlO-wmZFEbp3L8Hym4Z6ybXvr2cnLibz5lGwMpqYLS6jqtfkwWKkcFxIub2Ci4itl20-zSchMy5aWiWpElZM9tJatHnnouxLuF4jaWLloRTHJo2qq9U6QM5E6rgZpBRU_e9S4XfK4H/s1600/kishaeric.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhErIRlO-wmZFEbp3L8Hym4Z6ybXvr2cnLibz5lGwMpqYLS6jqtfkwWKkcFxIub2Ci4itl20-zSchMy5aWiWpElZM9tJatHnnouxLuF4jaWLloRTHJo2qq9U6QM5E6rgZpBRU_e9S4XfK4H/s400/kishaeric.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5483868186661258578" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiz4qs1Wb-P3x4UQ7PLkb4ZzEM3W9VBVUPJImifoBNcd8Z4zaCgnG16h48_Q4HbB7IJjJuMt9CqpztfBfDNrBYWSD0un710LSDnagw9cJhGVwow_JOXRx5JKTFxOJ5QlrZlNk8iU8Or-1uI/s1600/kishaeric2.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 260px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiz4qs1Wb-P3x4UQ7PLkb4ZzEM3W9VBVUPJImifoBNcd8Z4zaCgnG16h48_Q4HbB7IJjJuMt9CqpztfBfDNrBYWSD0un710LSDnagw9cJhGVwow_JOXRx5JKTFxOJ5QlrZlNk8iU8Or-1uI/s400/kishaeric2.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5483868106689858706" /></a><br />Love this!<br />Kisha & Eric<br />See more pictures from their wedding on <a href="http://www.essence.com/relationships/bridal_bliss/kisha_cameron_eric_dingle.php"><u>Essence.com</u></a>African-American Brideshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17949914197114000898noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1156628031860319166.post-22681397396850527792010-04-29T10:49:00.000-07:002010-05-19T08:35:12.959-07:00Muppet Wedding CupcakesWe can't ignore the fact that lots of couples are tossing out the traditional wedding cake in favor of cupcakes. Today's whimsical confections are designed to look like the ever-popular Muppets. <br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQSULoa_-7fcY0HbB0SMguqWdL0zPnhWCeNVkacCI0TgswcGnN3Vo7RcTd-SoOzRdm-lRAQqrLIgcgsKWG1mh923lbe-4_gD1JchPJ2Bk0-UtvTe6GIRwrDQJJHrKCouIF9jZwdEwKT8tF/s1600/0cupcakes1.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 277px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQSULoa_-7fcY0HbB0SMguqWdL0zPnhWCeNVkacCI0TgswcGnN3Vo7RcTd-SoOzRdm-lRAQqrLIgcgsKWG1mh923lbe-4_gD1JchPJ2Bk0-UtvTe6GIRwrDQJJHrKCouIF9jZwdEwKT8tF/s400/0cupcakes1.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5465622385145776002" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiofHP_Ct93WsC7k0wEWs4XmIcPj1uO39cqW4WoHTehAByTC9Sq92gGbJ9tzouzEiJCdmgLoW4Jucvx5LiVlcmeG4fTsWD2ez-1Zz_ZPME3X8RXDMLGV4R_Y1Q2wm9aXt-4Fp4Xqw7LmmG/s1600/0cupcakes.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 188px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiofHP_Ct93WsC7k0wEWs4XmIcPj1uO39cqW4WoHTehAByTC9Sq92gGbJ9tzouzEiJCdmgLoW4Jucvx5LiVlcmeG4fTsWD2ez-1Zz_ZPME3X8RXDMLGV4R_Y1Q2wm9aXt-4Fp4Xqw7LmmG/s400/0cupcakes.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5465622198832978626" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzcXbV5xj19z6cNWGN6naOqEO1o1dHg8ejmKk2Lj4b7ubn06gfWhbjA2U6Z7n9tL88mzkSz4S7LBa_n340cpgZWLLwqbDD-HJMyUBnqOQsYXzb4L4FkDl8WWyzilDHO4XQLzSDWpRdZ7eW/s1600/0cupcakes2.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzcXbV5xj19z6cNWGN6naOqEO1o1dHg8ejmKk2Lj4b7ubn06gfWhbjA2U6Z7n9tL88mzkSz4S7LBa_n340cpgZWLLwqbDD-HJMyUBnqOQsYXzb4L4FkDl8WWyzilDHO4XQLzSDWpRdZ7eW/s400/0cupcakes2.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5465621941344697170" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxj1wcpKnuPnvyY1qm82ODp9rB0GgLUC8PihLOlaDi8XgV7WLm4CXm8T5-x62GzlmKVyLzGYP2ZULH0kPJJUDief1Rd9nO7cqldilRRZyOJ6k1PjsbZGqOw6WwSgMP2Qob1ZXFsWf18eR7/s1600/0cupcakes3.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 225px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxj1wcpKnuPnvyY1qm82ODp9rB0GgLUC8PihLOlaDi8XgV7WLm4CXm8T5-x62GzlmKVyLzGYP2ZULH0kPJJUDief1Rd9nO7cqldilRRZyOJ6k1PjsbZGqOw6WwSgMP2Qob1ZXFsWf18eR7/s400/0cupcakes3.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5465620743450680850" /></a><br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Tipped off by <a href="http://cupcakestakethecake.blogspot.com/2010/04/muppets-wedding-cupcakes.html"><u>Cupcakes Take The Cake</u></a><br /><br />Cupcakes by <a href="http://CupcakeOccasions.co.uk"><u>Cupcake Occasions</u></a></span><br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=223448&u=132516&m=25843&urllink=&afftrack="><img src="http://www.shareasale.com/image/25843/LCI_Paper_300x250_2.jpg" border="0"></a>Brickhousehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04876809284363518114noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1156628031860319166.post-71464997507352851302010-03-18T10:52:00.000-07:002010-03-18T10:59:35.600-07:00Linda & Harriett's Signature Save the DateCheck out this beautiful custom save-the-date from <a href="http://www.lindaandharriett.com/"><u>Linda & Harriett</u></a>. It's letterpressed with soy-based in onto 2-ply cotton paper. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4Bq-T3Kdp1FwS9cNg0DK5b0VacIMtCq3VOHdotuPmVxoYpTyJsAezORu_T1Hz9TIq8UXFOtR6fwVA7WrTdYuibKm15p_0p86DgUX-9Fq1EU2u07CkwnqH0VlRpI8qtifIGgBlxAjofwvy/s1600-h/std_signature.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 390px; height: 390px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4Bq-T3Kdp1FwS9cNg0DK5b0VacIMtCq3VOHdotuPmVxoYpTyJsAezORu_T1Hz9TIq8UXFOtR6fwVA7WrTdYuibKm15p_0p86DgUX-9Fq1EU2u07CkwnqH0VlRpI8qtifIGgBlxAjofwvy/s400/std_signature.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5450034864419017042" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKngGsMLb1bVlAjfuHPVN1ImokKowqnryTCv-wz0ikHRMlg3eBPFvokGac0wTJuDcNehCXq-FvEeIyp9YGTZHqYuFw4htSPI2jyU36kWmKouqpnzHB2wTUeZoILdvWzorbX27xYO3MIvu_/s1600-h/std_signature3.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 390px; height: 390px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKngGsMLb1bVlAjfuHPVN1ImokKowqnryTCv-wz0ikHRMlg3eBPFvokGac0wTJuDcNehCXq-FvEeIyp9YGTZHqYuFw4htSPI2jyU36kWmKouqpnzHB2wTUeZoILdvWzorbX27xYO3MIvu_/s400/std_signature3.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5450034639198230130" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNSDATt-kZdh-tdO8TdsP6xbeies0Ey9A5P0k_hhm-0yv-uReCppXl9FNxBANvnWsQZRjYBzvToVHqFcIQho_85zig__IAhwzwY9N0fJolUmyfNHs6zZ4i-EfdZTX4Gok_e4BDE5EJ5WEZ/s1600-h/std_signature4.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 390px; height: 390px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNSDATt-kZdh-tdO8TdsP6xbeies0Ey9A5P0k_hhm-0yv-uReCppXl9FNxBANvnWsQZRjYBzvToVHqFcIQho_85zig__IAhwzwY9N0fJolUmyfNHs6zZ4i-EfdZTX4Gok_e4BDE5EJ5WEZ/s400/std_signature4.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5450034421204917138" /></a>African-American Brideshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17949914197114000898noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1156628031860319166.post-50215142922609037312010-02-17T14:38:00.000-08:002010-02-17T14:58:10.204-08:00Wedding Dress of the Day: Bonny<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSm4TjprKATuX4s3slk96J4RaiF-fh7FA1R_KCxAZGd-sFXWtcLlOKlxTi10WUuWZdJQaZVCiUoo43vXyPV5M6TaVatYUfvd03-zRH33LrCRZ5xUkjMmNQIeW4ZFRM45C1DBhSTPmO95VT/s1600-h/bonny1807l.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 280px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSm4TjprKATuX4s3slk96J4RaiF-fh7FA1R_KCxAZGd-sFXWtcLlOKlxTi10WUuWZdJQaZVCiUoo43vXyPV5M6TaVatYUfvd03-zRH33LrCRZ5xUkjMmNQIeW4ZFRM45C1DBhSTPmO95VT/s400/bonny1807l.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5439350114943850066" /></a><br /><br /><br />Bonny Bridals<br />Style #1807African-American Brideshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17949914197114000898noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1156628031860319166.post-68177500806517935522010-01-11T14:29:00.001-08:002010-01-20T11:58:46.505-08:00Find of the Day: Filigree EarringsGoing for the drama, Glamour Girl? Check out these detailed Filigree Earrings by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=vl_other_1&listing_id=34537708"><u>Veriska</u></a>. They're just $28.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXA9S8UG7a6kg1YSQaAKOVw9QvSZOtV7DbwucXNawzs-OpYS5X-G0Ws2Vn58tXQ7ncXQ_aTHvKtgXSkBztcDSgP3FwJQhOLVPgCPr2jNCai8bhLloVAOHI570j__QFBjb3iN2nNXCYvzL0/s1600-h/veriskaearrings.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXA9S8UG7a6kg1YSQaAKOVw9QvSZOtV7DbwucXNawzs-OpYS5X-G0Ws2Vn58tXQ7ncXQ_aTHvKtgXSkBztcDSgP3FwJQhOLVPgCPr2jNCai8bhLloVAOHI570j__QFBjb3iN2nNXCYvzL0/s320/veriskaearrings.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5428913642399523650" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEineQr7CjnNnyP-NBKUj3ycAwkFadreTg_SuEjfDp4156v_vrMX-O7EqZ8ChowbIBjLM-99h5ng1GnBkEQhtTBwtIki2ctHWAPf5BOlOm7ydKkjJTdSr_PLwotK8urXY33Aw3tzAzbURf5q/s1600-h/veriskaearrings2.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEineQr7CjnNnyP-NBKUj3ycAwkFadreTg_SuEjfDp4156v_vrMX-O7EqZ8ChowbIBjLM-99h5ng1GnBkEQhtTBwtIki2ctHWAPf5BOlOm7ydKkjJTdSr_PLwotK8urXY33Aw3tzAzbURf5q/s320/veriskaearrings2.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5428913514575090034" /></a>African-American Brideshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17949914197114000898noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1156628031860319166.post-71840231042123775842009-12-30T09:29:00.000-08:002009-12-30T09:38:03.134-08:00The Fern Leaf Bangle<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipR5-KgE7sneTbaclzEJKVYB7dVj-yLl5yVpSUReRhQ5KHbYaMY2Xv7Y1nvVtRPJ7qUc-U3nvW-ICgQM3L3YCSFsChjI9cA7EXMH-MPtQdBkEKimsIXSgMm8iWDhdPOKPLAYqz5T8OgK9O/s1600-h/FernLeafBangle2.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 302px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipR5-KgE7sneTbaclzEJKVYB7dVj-yLl5yVpSUReRhQ5KHbYaMY2Xv7Y1nvVtRPJ7qUc-U3nvW-ICgQM3L3YCSFsChjI9cA7EXMH-MPtQdBkEKimsIXSgMm8iWDhdPOKPLAYqz5T8OgK9O/s320/FernLeafBangle2.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5421084646991031730" /></a><br /> This gorgeous creation was crafted by <a href="http://www.emilyelizabethjewelry.com"><u>Emily Elizabeth Jewelry</u></a>. It's called the Fern Leaf Bangle but there's more to it than meets the eye. Its designer was inspired by Marilyn Monroe (who would be considered plus-size by today's standards) in the movie "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes." The bangle is offered in non-adjustable and adjustable versions. The non-adjustable style is ideal for larger wrists and can even be worn further up the arm. <br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJlLFatg67nSE8E9ae8fEjAs5GxtQACirwroYHIt6saDQb65mD1qucYou3YGElVVHK6kK1qVkZi2Vp3yMsAXs3nJwA2lhen5PF0bVNwyitw1Veh5QbUvJ_8bIYT9YhyphenhyphenG1tt-Gsg0rewBX5/s1600-h/FernLeafBangle1.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJlLFatg67nSE8E9ae8fEjAs5GxtQACirwroYHIt6saDQb65mD1qucYou3YGElVVHK6kK1qVkZi2Vp3yMsAXs3nJwA2lhen5PF0bVNwyitw1Veh5QbUvJ_8bIYT9YhyphenhyphenG1tt-Gsg0rewBX5/s400/FernLeafBangle1.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5421084482332517426" /></a>African-American Brideshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17949914197114000898noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1156628031860319166.post-34645391460404595102009-12-07T13:33:00.001-08:002009-12-07T13:34:55.304-08:00Getting a Grip: Bridal Clutches<a href="http://click.redgaloshes.com/click?a=1884&o=01-015266"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 182px; height: 182px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIMdEiKbudaYwpRgrsO0cObiF8KvttOt5NmKnFhzJgBYAb0NF6QVLXFvz0DE6jH5ik96s7tGNqU23p7LT6lHcOJ2H8o8tfcv0M7gb9PNoSFc3VsoSwkB0WUHWeg4ZA2qPYf0KHC9GU7nNy/s200/clutch.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5282679524760927458" /></a><br /> If you haven't heard by now, clutches will be all the rage for brides in 2010. But there are lots of shapes and styles to choose from that are clutch-like with various amounts of ornamentation. Just a few examples:<br /><br /><br /><br><br /><br><br /><br /><strong>Grace Stardust Clutch</strong> <br /><a href="http://click.redgaloshes.com/click?a=1884&o=01-020324"><img src="http://media.redgaloshes.com/sq/182/012272.jpg"></img></a><br /><br /><strong>Blue Tux Satin Clutch</strong><br /><a href="http://click.redgaloshes.com/click?a=1884&o=01-019917"><img src="http://media.redgaloshes.com/sq/182/012192.jpg"></img></a><br /><br /><strong>Aria Clutch Purse</strong><br /><a href="http://click.redgaloshes.com/click?a=1884&o=01-020344 "><img src="http://media.redgaloshes.com/sq/182/012293.jpg"></img></a><br /><br /><strong>Elizabeth Beaded Clutch Handbag</strong><br /><a href="http://click.redgaloshes.com/click?a=1884&o=01-015993"><img src="http://media.redgaloshes.com/sq/182/010164.jpg"></img></a><br /><br /><strong>Coloriffics Clutch</strong><br /><a href="http://www.kqzyfj.com/click-1622978-10534013?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.houseofbrides.com%2Fcj.php%3Fsrc%3Dcj%26url%3Dhttp%253A%252F%252Fwww.houseofbrides.com%252Fproduct.php%253Fproductid%253D20636&cjsku=SKU20636" target="_blank" onmouseover="window.status='http://www.HouseofBrides.com';return true;" onmouseout="window.status=' ';return true;"><img src="http://static.houseofbrides.com/files/images/dt/d/d_146087.jpg" border="0" alt="Coloriffics Wedding Handbag Style HB225"/></a><br /><img src="http://www.awltovhc.com/image-1622978-10534013" width="1" height="1" border="0"/><br /><br /><br /><strong>La Regale</strong><br /><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-1622978-10534013?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.houseofbrides.com%2Fcj.php%3Fsrc%3Dcj%26url%3Dhttp%253A%252F%252Fwww.houseofbrides.com%252Fproduct.php%253Fproductid%253D29725&cjsku=SKU9243" target="_blank" onmouseover="window.status='http://www.HouseofBrides.com';return true;" onmouseout="window.status=' ';return true;"><img src="http://static.houseofbrides.com/files/images/dt/d/d_196323.jpg" border="0" alt="La Regale Evening Handbag Style 21840"/></a><br /><img src="http://www.lduhtrp.net/image-1622978-10534013" width="1" height="1" border="0"/>African-American Brideshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17949914197114000898noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1156628031860319166.post-22610102357377346942009-11-18T14:02:00.000-08:002009-11-18T14:03:21.184-08:00Haute Mamas!<style><!-- /* Style Definitions */ p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {mso-style-parent:""; margin:0in; margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family:"Times New Roman";} @page Section1 {size:8.5in 11.0in; margin:1.0in 1.25in 1.0in 1.25in; mso-header-margin:.5in; mso-footer-margin:.5in; mso-paper-source:0;} div.Section1 {page:Section1;} --> </style><!--[if gte mso 10]> <style> /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-ansi-language:#0400; mso-fareast-language:#0400; mso-bidi-language:#0400;} </style> <![endif]--> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style=";font-family:Arial;font-size:10;" >In the last few weeks we’ve looked at wedding gowns and bridesmaid dresses. But what about dresses for the mother-of-the-bride or mother-of-the-groom? It’s important to remember that the mommies want to look great, too!<span style=""> </span><o:p></o:p>A bride-to-be recently asked me if there was a place where her mom to try on different options for the wedding. <span style=""> </span>I suggested she try David’s Bridal, where her mother could try on a variety of affordable dresses in a range of sizes.<span style=""><br /></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><br /><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style=""><b style=""><span style=";font-family:Arial;font-size:10;" >Sophisticated Mom</span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style=""><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvV5EmEuDAnPC-h5SHFmEqEWiT-wGx1MPpMYnDza84h7r1_pCk0zUC1hq3S2SxOYiLfhUgjg7ZKccAB959q80lId0YXrEgFAmFAb82bdvx3bH4lk0CbMZjgqs8SxxiW3h4jY1gln0ApmQ/s1600-h/Style8737.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 144px; height: 244px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvV5EmEuDAnPC-h5SHFmEqEWiT-wGx1MPpMYnDza84h7r1_pCk0zUC1hq3S2SxOYiLfhUgjg7ZKccAB959q80lId0YXrEgFAmFAb82bdvx3bH4lk0CbMZjgqs8SxxiW3h4jY1gln0ApmQ/s320/Style8737.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5356958268130357954" border="0" /></a><br /><b style=""><span style=";font-family:Arial;font-size:10;" ><o:p></o:p></span></b></p> <br /><p class="MsoNormal" style=""><b style=""><span style=";font-family:Arial;font-size:10;" >Ultra-Modern Mom</span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style=""><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhffJKMSbIJD0b4c6eFS-Qt0uqo8v-JXZIvcmIEBI6ohy2H0_u_CUUB_askYF4f0uGE3Q3a8nMowGbGvWrq9LGkFd6u64gaw4eUvSuTGULoeitfL0WEcA-S65M7SPAuDUF1f3aTcxbpwlM/s1600-h/style1090.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 144px; height: 244px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhffJKMSbIJD0b4c6eFS-Qt0uqo8v-JXZIvcmIEBI6ohy2H0_u_CUUB_askYF4f0uGE3Q3a8nMowGbGvWrq9LGkFd6u64gaw4eUvSuTGULoeitfL0WEcA-S65M7SPAuDUF1f3aTcxbpwlM/s320/style1090.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5356958564170802306" border="0" /></a></p><p class="MsoNormal" style=""><br /><p class="MsoNormal" style=""><b style=""><span style=";font-family:Arial;font-size:10;" >Couture Mom</span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style=""><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCg3Hf_iBmvzAORUNd0sdsADxRsZ2C-qw_zYEAVYWUitb8xl-8DVpZPtEGUyZRODkYvMBou6UWn42Jx6oVZZaNSMJ2UOJ0nM4pPGxdbEfhMSo-XGXoY9pcCvuPh2EGUgqbM2KJjKzx0aA/s1600-h/style9141.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 144px; height: 244px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCg3Hf_iBmvzAORUNd0sdsADxRsZ2C-qw_zYEAVYWUitb8xl-8DVpZPtEGUyZRODkYvMBou6UWn42Jx6oVZZaNSMJ2UOJ0nM4pPGxdbEfhMSo-XGXoY9pcCvuPh2EGUgqbM2KJjKzx0aA/s320/style9141.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5356958720121212754" border="0" /></a></p><br /><p class="MsoNormal" style=""><b style=""><span style=";font-family:Arial;font-size:10;" >Glam Mommy <o:p></o:p></span></b></p><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgS7nx51JONxRYbUZu9sSj50ytYHxcoKk5f7IIJ9kEjSr16lWnwM5Fdm0Hq7D3e_hLYSx1OequJ_HIESfkzWtuWDRxG2eVeHEZGn1VBTdi3zEaPPb2EghPyAOneKwg4SSNR31WRfGAqYpE/s1600-h/styleF23545.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 144px; height: 244px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgS7nx51JONxRYbUZu9sSj50ytYHxcoKk5f7IIJ9kEjSr16lWnwM5Fdm0Hq7D3e_hLYSx1OequJ_HIESfkzWtuWDRxG2eVeHEZGn1VBTdi3zEaPPb2EghPyAOneKwg4SSNR31WRfGAqYpE/s320/styleF23545.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5356959166462136226" border="0" /></a><br /> </p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style=";font-family:Arial;font-size:10;" >David’s is also having a sale right now, with some gorgeous gowns going for as low as $79. See more <a href="http://www.davidsbridal.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Category_-49998945"><u>mother of the bride dresses</u></a>. And if you decide to stop into David’s with your mom, please be sure to come back and let us know how it goes!<o:p></o:p></span></p><br /><span style=";font-family:Arial;font-size:10;" ><span style=""></span><o:p></o:p></span><p></p>African-American Brideshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17949914197114000898noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1156628031860319166.post-5633300721745666592009-10-29T10:16:00.000-07:002009-10-29T10:23:04.589-07:00Wedding Gown of the Day: BridalTM<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6ZzveU97WyZMfec1RIpKPpoOygqaNsmxSVTR2si2vShOQsWoyrQToMnm5nK1aBDKSnolSYp-4UIXT0wChkArIqmDnOq9-pw2TixzHcubXBGNqgh-MZHkGhD3-XqvSXfcvJIb0Y9PsRU-r/s1600-h/BridalTM4908T.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 299px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6ZzveU97WyZMfec1RIpKPpoOygqaNsmxSVTR2si2vShOQsWoyrQToMnm5nK1aBDKSnolSYp-4UIXT0wChkArIqmDnOq9-pw2TixzHcubXBGNqgh-MZHkGhD3-XqvSXfcvJIb0Y9PsRU-r/s400/BridalTM4908T.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5398073455028646066" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6WIGl6zv-xK7E1r1adA2_V3M5vBjHJEuGlkqEKiMJKRsqk2mE0Te9CzkGl17JoRVlGa7uMlgUKbCIjt0Y1rXMgnDqfotDfwU1ccMBefDgDIzOnP4MJ84CjyeMxEJcGiKznzauCq6O4RSo/s1600-h/4908T.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 299px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6WIGl6zv-xK7E1r1adA2_V3M5vBjHJEuGlkqEKiMJKRsqk2mE0Te9CzkGl17JoRVlGa7uMlgUKbCIjt0Y1rXMgnDqfotDfwU1ccMBefDgDIzOnP4MJ84CjyeMxEJcGiKznzauCq6O4RSo/s400/4908T.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5398073649870850066" /></a><br /><br />This gorgeous lace and chiffon creation is sold by <a href="http://www.bridaltm.com/Glamour/"><u>BridalTM</u></a>. May be worn with, or without, sleeves.African-American Brideshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17949914197114000898noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1156628031860319166.post-79897500322180820242009-10-14T14:12:00.000-07:002009-10-14T14:34:16.635-07:00Pearlicious Bridal Necklace<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2fAmzUXMZu10ezyC1HUuhXmAUbwn1xrRgcf984s9WnsS92fV6SK0e63Y81rbHqwp4IbI64_ifZc20OSYxijmai3cQMLjJTQCodEqcK_8WkNtXNnf29R7FjZNPnj4cNvXrffDmQyz1BPWK/s1600-h/tianache1.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2fAmzUXMZu10ezyC1HUuhXmAUbwn1xrRgcf984s9WnsS92fV6SK0e63Y81rbHqwp4IbI64_ifZc20OSYxijmai3cQMLjJTQCodEqcK_8WkNtXNnf29R7FjZNPnj4cNvXrffDmQyz1BPWK/s400/tianache1.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5392572108698683026" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBQ0vCrZ0y0j5Ki5CMOH5UoA7rPITtVJJ4peCEbFe-_GMh1gKJWRjKO1mTaX8TRT8bUqjBZpyd8MPuUQS2hqulMB6HSmOB4xYV_xbyyg5ZT6HkwAEtBgHthAvi4DCbXnT_UAOPTrHhLm2F/s1600-h/tianache2.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBQ0vCrZ0y0j5Ki5CMOH5UoA7rPITtVJJ4peCEbFe-_GMh1gKJWRjKO1mTaX8TRT8bUqjBZpyd8MPuUQS2hqulMB6HSmOB4xYV_xbyyg5ZT6HkwAEtBgHthAvi4DCbXnT_UAOPTrHhLm2F/s400/tianache2.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5392571976255356674" /></a><br /><br />Amorous Duchess Pearl Ivory Necklace<br />by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=7188052"><u>TianaCHE</u></a><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">$48.00</span>African-American Brideshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17949914197114000898noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1156628031860319166.post-52529002573435364272009-09-25T11:03:00.000-07:002009-09-25T11:08:30.283-07:00Alfred Angelo Strapless StyleDo you doubt that you can wear a strapless dress with confidence? Take it from me, you'll never know until you try one on. There is no other way to find out for sure. Lots of full-figure brides-to-be are stunned to see how lovely they look in a strapless gown. Here is a popular style by <a href="http://alfredangelo.com"><u>Alfred Angelo</u></a>:<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuMmvBdKHC4csmsGqTAbfb_727A-Xuow-IqEXqfJRpOEB7kiWr7FD9g8dl5lhvCQCx74S5hIiNMJfrvKg_xRKprEati0rISmjQ8YNXsztxwI6_3qIGkuuiep_pSndoJLRATS00cjxHvdp1/s1600-h/alfredangelo1505W.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 242px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuMmvBdKHC4csmsGqTAbfb_727A-Xuow-IqEXqfJRpOEB7kiWr7FD9g8dl5lhvCQCx74S5hIiNMJfrvKg_xRKprEati0rISmjQ8YNXsztxwI6_3qIGkuuiep_pSndoJLRATS00cjxHvdp1/s320/alfredangelo1505W.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5385468196831417266" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinBDVvkIG-Fzv3tsP9N3hfn0Vd26ORwW7l0q7CIP8s8uODJTGctTXU1VJLwFbUFgRgQht92_JojSDsshdLNHDW9zwfdcYdnfVlGJWnk5VhnJTJmIQtlFSH7CCtZVvRO_EMYLM1iFuLyHQ9/s1600-h/alfredangelo1505W-main.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 242px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinBDVvkIG-Fzv3tsP9N3hfn0Vd26ORwW7l0q7CIP8s8uODJTGctTXU1VJLwFbUFgRgQht92_JojSDsshdLNHDW9zwfdcYdnfVlGJWnk5VhnJTJmIQtlFSH7CCtZVvRO_EMYLM1iFuLyHQ9/s320/alfredangelo1505W-main.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5385468469033458130" /></a><br /><br />Alfred Angelo<br />#1505WBrickhousehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04876809284363518114noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1156628031860319166.post-43845796086074508592009-09-11T10:49:00.001-07:002009-09-11T10:54:21.066-07:00Groom's Cake<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh97yZUBMMp3CrS9ZHwfVKZfvaSGoe3vTszVX_8A8cZsVnOCuMmsMZnFrN-V8s_b31qeeOBZUoc3TdvII5q19WLbLlYha2oXirGXT50lZfnMVl1vG7rQmLcdQT6HBEQYxaZiRd93tfF6rZn/s1600-h/superman%2520grooms%2520cake.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh97yZUBMMp3CrS9ZHwfVKZfvaSGoe3vTszVX_8A8cZsVnOCuMmsMZnFrN-V8s_b31qeeOBZUoc3TdvII5q19WLbLlYha2oXirGXT50lZfnMVl1vG7rQmLcdQT6HBEQYxaZiRd93tfF6rZn/s400/superman%2520grooms%2520cake.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5380268650649486594" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Courtesy of Mimi's Garden</span>African-American Brideshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17949914197114000898noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1156628031860319166.post-88263158624244216162009-09-09T14:15:00.001-07:002009-09-09T14:15:43.226-07:00Wordless Wednesday: Overcome, Overjoyed<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaiB4UM8HqA5MHa_ePPjAOKCGUsnWf6y3vfN8dA31_D3ukwQkydDsgTHq2Mi3nuTISVfnvqeC52f6L4R3iCT_1P1DoRs8e8Jn3_UbCmTc6P-2QMvTTZeYDeBSAViuYq07cxy0UEyqt9RWV/s1600-h/shawnaherring.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 265px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaiB4UM8HqA5MHa_ePPjAOKCGUsnWf6y3vfN8dA31_D3ukwQkydDsgTHq2Mi3nuTISVfnvqeC52f6L4R3iCT_1P1DoRs8e8Jn3_UbCmTc6P-2QMvTTZeYDeBSAViuYq07cxy0UEyqt9RWV/s400/shawnaherring.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5330128556314514946" /></a><br /><br />Courtesy of <a href="http://www.shawnaherringphoto.com/">Shawna Herring Photography</a><br />Tifiny & Telly<br />Atlanta, GeorgiaAfrican-American Brideshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17949914197114000898noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1156628031860319166.post-26588688297200448852009-08-26T11:22:00.000-07:002009-08-26T11:26:09.851-07:00Plus Size Wedding Gown of the Day: Mori Lee<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgEvYyaigKNBh5C7-dj6qdCINteOwGe2j2USALTCSEd7Ue_Bb7mibnyEKj1SIbgIK1HrJ7jUJcUIXtzfJmaeIKL3cpjdYu8pqsXDaao8hhfOvVSm6tpgZm1d92ZhdcfkyLFdPvmSvZeBSE/s1600-h/morileejuliette.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 282px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgEvYyaigKNBh5C7-dj6qdCINteOwGe2j2USALTCSEd7Ue_Bb7mibnyEKj1SIbgIK1HrJ7jUJcUIXtzfJmaeIKL3cpjdYu8pqsXDaao8hhfOvVSm6tpgZm1d92ZhdcfkyLFdPvmSvZeBSE/s400/morileejuliette.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5374339926104302498" /></a><br />by Mori Lee Juliette<br />Style #3036<br />This gown is made of delicate chiffon with lace and comes in ivory or white.African-American Brideshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17949914197114000898noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1156628031860319166.post-30464434095066557442009-08-20T11:40:00.000-07:002009-08-20T11:41:34.239-07:00Save The Date Magnets: PosePrints.comLooking for something <span style="font-style:italic;">fun</span> in wedding stationery? Caricatures are becoming more and more popular among those who want to let their guests know they're in for a good time. Also, Save-The-Date magnets have been around for years because they can "stick around" as visual reminders before a wedding- and as mementos after the wedding. This week we found out that <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=96260&u=132516&m=14255&urllink=&afftrack="><u>PosePrints</u></a> is combining both ideas in their Save-the-Dates and allowing couples to customize them. Pop over to the <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=96260&u=132516&m=14255&urllink=&afftrack="><u>website</u></a> when you get a chance and take a look at some of the options. Here's one of our favorites: <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiL87lIkJON0FzV-LYAm6zc_QuU0jUYG7unYoY3pU3xBa5LXjXX3RfwTgTSRxbraIEq0srX_jfMtc9i-I0AZk0ny81aASsUUWSoPJsE286JhLvRf2y8B_zVW8lQKMoczTFb0TFB1DQnJtk/s1600-h/PosePrints+Save-the-Date+Magnet+2.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 156px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiL87lIkJON0FzV-LYAm6zc_QuU0jUYG7unYoY3pU3xBa5LXjXX3RfwTgTSRxbraIEq0srX_jfMtc9i-I0AZk0ny81aASsUUWSoPJsE286JhLvRf2y8B_zVW8lQKMoczTFb0TFB1DQnJtk/s200/PosePrints+Save-the-Date+Magnet+2.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5364745895907456498" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxMfQT1RLLQFTEXpyGlh1UUI03FCj6ZTv_bIcN5l-Qi7K1hvSt9sKwiVW3lS0HckJJhAsNzs2wUIuyjwWzSz5KCjvwx0bkPZ7JPpdI_VA5EW9XzxL74Hfj6vU1nOMfSCSeVqlwS_IJncQ/s1600-h/PosePrints+Save-the-Date+Magnet+1.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 156px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxMfQT1RLLQFTEXpyGlh1UUI03FCj6ZTv_bIcN5l-Qi7K1hvSt9sKwiVW3lS0HckJJhAsNzs2wUIuyjwWzSz5KCjvwx0bkPZ7JPpdI_VA5EW9XzxL74Hfj6vU1nOMfSCSeVqlwS_IJncQ/s200/PosePrints+Save-the-Date+Magnet+1.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5364745975647195330" /></a>African-American Brideshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17949914197114000898noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1156628031860319166.post-37718685465690728222009-08-06T15:03:00.000-07:002009-08-06T15:09:00.568-07:00Bridal Boutique Madness!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6FmFDKZ8KoDWLN046pTi-X_1n6m5Gf24qkQRa7hU0PeLznlmXX0ygwXYBJsoiRysBnbsrh1fRSOB1B-U3QGJaXcLg5G9TWypWxvH3A_4bERn_jTUJCTaHzrHNwF2YtcC6DKxD2TIWHZET/s1600-h/running-of-the-brides1.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 133px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6FmFDKZ8KoDWLN046pTi-X_1n6m5Gf24qkQRa7hU0PeLznlmXX0ygwXYBJsoiRysBnbsrh1fRSOB1B-U3QGJaXcLg5G9TWypWxvH3A_4bERn_jTUJCTaHzrHNwF2YtcC6DKxD2TIWHZET/s200/running-of-the-brides1.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366976155257350002" /></a> Good grief! Have you been hearing all this chatter about the meanness of certain bridal boutiques? Apparently, it's enough to make some brides turn their backs on these shops altogther. No wonder Filene's Running of the Brides is more popular than ever. Many brides to be were already looking for ways around "boutique-ish" prices, as demonstrated by <A href="http://www.cnn.com/2008/LIVING/homestyle/07/01/pared.down.weddings.ap/"><U>THIS</U></A> article on CNN.com. <br><br /><br />And now it's come to this: Women being CHARGED to try on wedding dresses. Right now, it's only happening across the pond. But is it only a matter of time before this trend washes up on our shores? Shop owners say they don't have time to cater to women who aren't serious about buying a gown, or women who aren't even engaged but are trying on gowns "for fun". Read the full article <A href="http://www.news.com.au/dailytelegraph/story/0,22049,23938445-5006009,00.html"><U>HERE</U></A>. Well there ARE ways to get around all the mayhem. We'll have more tips next week. Stay tuned. <br /><br /><br><br /><STRONG>Tell us about your experiences (good or bad) with bridal boutiques in our comments section! </STRONG>African-American Brideshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17949914197114000898noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1156628031860319166.post-80688874338244768502009-07-30T12:17:00.000-07:002009-07-30T12:26:39.774-07:00Priscilla of Boston: For the Plussies!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRyQCjyTiTaXdD9JW1995X2v5U_uATyfRWrqIjXUgeBVeUXrRbTfU3xd7CkqwSE70eKEAUProjL7FvvG99C8Ttm0nfzExQBUkWWmWS9Nocalzli_royVWCcdqDuRsDr-TlqCtq_8wamfc/s1600-h/brian-cook-240.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 150px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRyQCjyTiTaXdD9JW1995X2v5U_uATyfRWrqIjXUgeBVeUXrRbTfU3xd7CkqwSE70eKEAUProjL7FvvG99C8Ttm0nfzExQBUkWWmWS9Nocalzli_royVWCcdqDuRsDr-TlqCtq_8wamfc/s200/brian-cook-240.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5363912383392557298" /></a> When Houston Rockets basketball player Brian Cook tied the knot earlier this month, his bride Victoria Velasquez (left) caused a sensation in a stunning gown from Priscilla of Boston’s Platinum Collection.<br /><br />But lots of non-famous brides-to-be are also discovering gowns from Priscilla of Boston thanks to the lush fabrics, beautiful beadwork and attention to detail. <br /><br />The newest Priscilla of Boston <a href="http://www.priscillaofboston.com"><u>bridal gowns</u></a> come with glam modern details like “crumb catchers” and empire waists, but also with vintage touches. Each gown is custom made and sizes go up to 24. The standard order time for gowns is around 16-18 weeks. Here are just a few of the gowns that can be custom ordered. <br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpvJGw7twPnMnVsUMtbnV5oy1KTLvleX9YCciOE8snq7ppTlktzForwJXnLJbmWMbsD40S68-6L_-KXhRoSZShK7k9UV-31lZPZV1B5itcdLAj5M9NqsgjbsiEsdOFhk6byHTXniZCHlU/s1600-h/priscillal286.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 128px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpvJGw7twPnMnVsUMtbnV5oy1KTLvleX9YCciOE8snq7ppTlktzForwJXnLJbmWMbsD40S68-6L_-KXhRoSZShK7k9UV-31lZPZV1B5itcdLAj5M9NqsgjbsiEsdOFhk6byHTXniZCHlU/s200/priscillal286.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5363913599349365474" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuAzDJ4QVCt2kagQwQc_dEpDG9nGLHx3QLBwf6SzgabDloCd78_EVAz6O0Tq_4CVRz_vEtsdfHoCcPWpN6Td4sM-8ih2lsrD7qUtmFyy_lOgMCNHlduob28GmOtgzbEJVir6Xu3hxugSg/s1600-h/priscillamandy.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 128px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuAzDJ4QVCt2kagQwQc_dEpDG9nGLHx3QLBwf6SzgabDloCd78_EVAz6O0Tq_4CVRz_vEtsdfHoCcPWpN6Td4sM-8ih2lsrD7qUtmFyy_lOgMCNHlduob28GmOtgzbEJVir6Xu3hxugSg/s200/priscillamandy.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5363913735371710034" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgK0rAMHZFhtfC2L7DC2-VhhvPXHr0H8lrz9EEVI260fDzTLT-C_TMHJXCVn5ZFeHjpRovleztQF2r9oz2DhQegWf64o3azu2-hQzWxG2kllptcUZrLUKkHOSZCs6KjhpME8OHjcOWQ8C0/s1600-h/priscillal284.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 128px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgK0rAMHZFhtfC2L7DC2-VhhvPXHr0H8lrz9EEVI260fDzTLT-C_TMHJXCVn5ZFeHjpRovleztQF2r9oz2DhQegWf64o3azu2-hQzWxG2kllptcUZrLUKkHOSZCs6KjhpME8OHjcOWQ8C0/s200/priscillal284.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5363914242531234930" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgl6dpPtHpbDWUtYBx6CbvOhDZnFNED7qsMeuPaJURwIXJreFc4eEOy1_RQ3irb6-decPn6KL8SKsRYltL1VqaMioRPm6Pp2rWt_5gKJB4CzPUNt5aANySmUSu4n7GJJp4TjVydcW8mqKI/s1600-h/priscillagstaad.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 128px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgl6dpPtHpbDWUtYBx6CbvOhDZnFNED7qsMeuPaJURwIXJreFc4eEOy1_RQ3irb6-decPn6KL8SKsRYltL1VqaMioRPm6Pp2rWt_5gKJB4CzPUNt5aANySmUSu4n7GJJp4TjVydcW8mqKI/s200/priscillagstaad.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5363914077288333090" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /> See more gowns and read about real bride La’Keidra O. Hardeman on the Priscilla of Boston website by clicking the picture below: <br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.priscillaofboston.com/realweddings_detail.jsp?bride=002"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 252px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyc9CEjEL6_9jkrFFLnxAlo1qODwIkIdFUnvMmXdbcZJ5EPAjDbhhTij5EutYGma8daES-1YupmTvP1Anb9W3Jf-NU7JlzduSX-IM2HS5GvF3HAKPF2H0zSOnKN08ajmLvM_ITmxEq_AI/s320/bride015.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5363913275976436882" /></a>African-American Brideshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17949914197114000898noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1156628031860319166.post-20284477522562656912009-07-15T17:19:00.000-07:002009-07-15T17:20:43.487-07:00The Sand Ceremony<a href="http://click.redgaloshes.com/click?a=1884&o=01-019612"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px;" src="http://media.redgaloshes.com/sq/273/011667.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /> <br /> According to our wedding-watchers, more and more couples are using the Sand Ceremony- also known as the Unity Sand Ceremony- in their nuptials. Why is this trend becoming so popular? Well, there are several reasons. The sand ceremony has all the sentiment of the unity candle. But the sand ceremony is more practical than the unity candle for outdoor weddings. How many brides and grooms have struggled to light a unity candle wick only to have it repeatedly blown out by the breeze? Another reason this tradition is taking off is because sand ceremonies can involve other people, like children, who will be part of a blended family. <br /> <br /> During the ceremony the couple takes turns pouring different colors of sand from small vases into a center vase as the officiant reads a poem or blessing, until all of the sand is in the center vase. This symbolizes a union-- two becoming one. In some instances, children are allowed to take part by reciting a line from the reading and pouring sand as well. After the wedding, the finished sand-filled vase can be displayed in your home as a keepsake.<br />What do you need to pull this off? Not much: <br /><br />A nice glass vase<br />2 smaller vases holding colored sand (one will be used by the bride, the other for the groom)<br />Colored sand to match your theme. Or not. <br />Rose petals (optional) <br />A poem, reading or blessing <br /><br />We found these sets at Someday Treasures and My Spiritual Wedding<br /><a href="http://click.redgaloshes.com/click?a=1884&o=01-018775 "><img src="http://media.redgaloshes.com/sq/182/010697.jpg"></img></a><a href="http://click.redgaloshes.com/click?a=1884&o=01-018774 "><img src="http://media.redgaloshes.com/sq/182/011451.jpg"></img></a><a href="http://click.redgaloshes.com/click?a=1884&o=01-019625 "><img src="http://media.redgaloshes.com/sq/182/011680.jpg"></img></a><br /><br />If children are involved you can lay coins around the center vase and give them coins at the end of the sand ceremony. <br />Try these <a href="http://click.redgaloshes.com/click?a=1884&o=01-018947 ">Gold Unity Coins</a><br /><a href="http://click.redgaloshes.com/click?a=1884&o=01-018947 "><img src="http://media.redgaloshes.com/sq/182/010805.jpg"></img></a><br /><br />Rose petals are a nice touch. We like these from <a href="http://click.redgaloshes.com/click?a=1884&o=01-016752 ">Pick A Petal</a>.<br /><a href="http://click.redgaloshes.com/click?a=1884&o=01-016752 "><img src="http://media.redgaloshes.com/sq/182/007721.jpg"></img></a><br />But they're completely optional. Feel free to experiement with other floral accents like <a href="http://click.redgaloshes.com/click?a=1884&o=01-016013 "><u>bougainvillea petals</u></a><br /><a href="http://click.redgaloshes.com/click?a=1884&o=01-016013 "><img src="http://media.redgaloshes.com/sq/182/007115.jpg"></img></a><br /><br /><br /> or <a href="http://click.redgaloshes.com/click?a=1884&o=01-016014 "><u>lavender buds</u>.</a><br /><a href="http://click.redgaloshes.com/click?a=1884&o=01-016014 "><img src="http://media.redgaloshes.com/sq/182/007117.jpg"></img></a> <br /><br /><strong>Have you seen the sand ceremony done differently? Or do you want to add your own spin to it? Tell us all about it in our comments section. Also, if you're already married, feel free to submit pictures from your own sand or unity candle ceremony.</strong>African-American Brideshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17949914197114000898noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1156628031860319166.post-14874533043966769162009-07-07T07:52:00.000-07:002009-07-07T08:28:30.355-07:00Wedding Inspiration - Anne & AaronJuly 2009<br />Playa Del Carmen<br /><strong>All photos by Ashley Garmon Photographers</strong><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgp7t_uP_0hzrm9s-Bcn2JSmkdjcIVqPfRsfxW_ogzrRnQP4M8waUEeFCqLLvpZsiwHUDTEGD7Kyq6ys9NaoZ5pnsnn4g2oxAkgE1E483WnG2Q_n9RBW_SoWQpLjCkdVSDFbqNwh7lIj_VH/s1600-h/photosmashing.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 265px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgp7t_uP_0hzrm9s-Bcn2JSmkdjcIVqPfRsfxW_ogzrRnQP4M8waUEeFCqLLvpZsiwHUDTEGD7Kyq6ys9NaoZ5pnsnn4g2oxAkgE1E483WnG2Q_n9RBW_SoWQpLjCkdVSDFbqNwh7lIj_VH/s400/photosmashing.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5355740224803736466" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQfih_EaLX3u-wEI83nwUrm2CbLIzRwN5F0YZgXIH2kxi2XDGcPbuhz-aC8K0O69aZLWsksy97NlWTWuhLbT2HKrdMwu4o01xXx-zzNhp_ANwZmvVvHdUm7abYl99t_fgDFgqbm3vtTp4R/s1600-h/photosmashing2.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 265px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQfih_EaLX3u-wEI83nwUrm2CbLIzRwN5F0YZgXIH2kxi2XDGcPbuhz-aC8K0O69aZLWsksy97NlWTWuhLbT2HKrdMwu4o01xXx-zzNhp_ANwZmvVvHdUm7abYl99t_fgDFgqbm3vtTp4R/s400/photosmashing2.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5355740099670310706" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbro_SImgSmv-XR41ToyJtoM_gDemHpgoBUhcKREptXY2Y-UN4DGCHr6s-sky0uCvvwdL9mn8GCth0foLIAiUt3HF1GKsXdl_U_dPewepe8O4GTEEFrRUH6KzZkxPyZd4JXKta9mZdzADZ/s1600-h/photosmashing3.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbro_SImgSmv-XR41ToyJtoM_gDemHpgoBUhcKREptXY2Y-UN4DGCHr6s-sky0uCvvwdL9mn8GCth0foLIAiUt3HF1GKsXdl_U_dPewepe8O4GTEEFrRUH6KzZkxPyZd4JXKta9mZdzADZ/s400/photosmashing3.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5355739743516807906" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFBQwwzfVZPClJCxJAoPqsZVkQqLUJpZjrXhvDcznitxTYV30H1rFsGtSY9nGq8W4DeSs_ZrAejh0FM03AggmVb24JMIQTxI1RAN1GsdNgtk47BbTH6lhsbbOPAGj1uQMPZu8MNeE0wUPA/s1600-h/photosmashing4.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 265px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFBQwwzfVZPClJCxJAoPqsZVkQqLUJpZjrXhvDcznitxTYV30H1rFsGtSY9nGq8W4DeSs_ZrAejh0FM03AggmVb24JMIQTxI1RAN1GsdNgtk47BbTH6lhsbbOPAGj1uQMPZu8MNeE0wUPA/s400/photosmashing4.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5355739509092120178" /></a>African-American Brideshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17949914197114000898noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1156628031860319166.post-47271267576505919472009-06-25T12:14:00.001-07:002009-06-25T12:24:56.102-07:00Wedding Cake of the Day<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkPzJVgnomkoyw8_keTUxd-Louj6LPARxEYCmfDP5f2GXi0rIQIQq5ZKP4LgOcQ4EeeE97k8gKiTTNxIJGVVCsTqtXunJgT9YRYTAIXirIdzNPpuff_RWT4yARIJ0ciQDYEhOv_sViPHSE/s1600-h/onyx.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkPzJVgnomkoyw8_keTUxd-Louj6LPARxEYCmfDP5f2GXi0rIQIQq5ZKP4LgOcQ4EeeE97k8gKiTTNxIJGVVCsTqtXunJgT9YRYTAIXirIdzNPpuff_RWT4yARIJ0ciQDYEhOv_sViPHSE/s320/onyx.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5216936253027674626" /></a><br /> Since we've been talking about Black-and-White themes, we thought it might be nice to wrap things up on a sweet note. Take a look at this onyx creation made by <a href="http://www.aprilreed.com">April Reed Cakes</a> in New York.<br /> More colorful posts next week, we promise. But it's hard to beat the clean, understated elegance of Black-and-White!African-American Brideshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17949914197114000898noreply@blogger.com2