Have Your Cake & Eat It Too!

One of my favorite parts of any wedding is getting to taste the delicious cake! I'm always sad when my piece is gone. :) Of course we got excited when we came across these edible favors from The Crumb Runner Cookie Co. Edible Favors are always our favorite! If you can believe it, these are actual stacks of cookies, iced and decorated to look just as elegant and fun as the wedding cake!

There are so many different flavors and styles to choose from, which makes it fun!

We also adore the look of these boxed iced sugar cookies from Martha Stewart Weddings. so cute!... so cute you might not want to eat it...(ohhh who are we kidding!)

gown friday!

happy, hot friday! so the other day i found this lovely little designer boutique downtown the in pearl called Olivia Belle, and it just so happens that they have inherited the spring 2009 nicole miller bridal collection! fabulous! but that is not all. not only does she have it in her store, BUT it's at sample sale prices of 50% off!! oh dear, please, all you Portland brides, get down there and check this out!

i met the owner, Lindsay, while i was in the store and she says they can order any dress if you are interested in others as well (though you don't get the killer sample sale, but a killer nicole miller bridal gown). and to top all this off, the entire designer boutique is all at amazing 30% off prices as well. lindsay's style is so chic, she has really done a wonderful job creating a fabulous boutique!

well, as you can guess, here is the spring 2009 nicole miller bridal collection! enjoy your weekend...and i am off to more potty training... :)

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Crowning Moments: Featured

I just went out today and picked me up one of these!! Always such an honor to be a part of such a great publication and So fun to see the feature that Brides Southern California Magazine did on Brian and Andrea's Wedding. It's such a treat to look back and remember all the fun details that we had such a great time putting together with the Spanish Crown Concept. For a look back go HERE!

Hugs to Andrea and Brian for being so dang cute and allowing me to have so much fun with them!! Special thanks to Leo Patrone too for being so awesome with the camera and the stunning photography! Be sure and check out his latest work too!

organic fabric wraps

good morning! have you guys seen these yet? beautiful organic fabric wraps from Chewing the Cud! i love how you can basically wrap anything, from boxes to bottles of wine, and they are so perfect too bring color and texture to a tablescape, and not to mention ideal for wrapping up wedding favors! and these little invites seem to match perfectly for a bridal shower, don't you think? visit their etsy shop to buy and for more wrapping inspiration check out there blog!



okay, one more thing...can i just have a little moment of silence for my household today as i embark on a long road taken by every mom of a toddler...potty training. oh dear. here we go. nervous, yes. prepared, who knows. ready to not change diapers one day, yes. pray for me ladies... :) and here is the little guy right here (the one standing not the one dangling of course :)).

Speakeasy at the Museum of the City of New York

With the dog days of summer upon us, are we the only ones looking for new ways to cool off?

The Museum of the City of New York recently opened its Speakeasy at 1220 Fifth (@ 105th Street). Come join us on the terrace next Wednesday as we enjoy a summer evening sipping a spirit (or two) and listening to tunes from the 1920s.

Wednesday, August 5^th 6:00 – 9:00 PM

Catering by Sterling Affair

Music by Elan Artists

Wedding Library vendors, don’t miss this opportunity to check out a unique New York City space and spend an evening with fellow Library Members.

Getting married? Contact us now to get exclusive access and a personal tour of the spaces available for weddings and special events at the Museum of the City of New York! This unique space dedicated to the history of the city is a landmark in itself and will keep your guests talking. Get more information on booking the Museum on our blog.

A $12 donation is required upon entrance and will get you a free drink and access to the first-floor galleries.

RSVP to Roey@theweddinglibrary.com to get the secret password!

Vintage Swimwear!

okay, i heard there are record lows over in Chicago right now, but here, it's crazy hot for us Oregonians and i just can't get swimming off my mind! so i thought this would be a perfect opportunity to share these amazing vintage inspired swimsuits from Zelda Sweetwater! what a way to make a splash on your honeymoon with a ultra feminine and sexy beach wear!! i love it!

SANTORINI BEHIND THE SCENES

Take a sneak peek at our behind the scenes footage from a fabulous wedding in Santorini/Greek Islands.... Thank you to Vicky & Peter for inviting us to share your special day!

chloe & reese

check out this new line of chic bridesmaid dresses from Chloe & Reese! Ardour is a fantastically flirty selection of dresses that offers everything from a short party dress to pencil skirts and ruffled blouses! love the entire collection--check it out here online where you can mix and match colors and styles till your heart's content!

The Enchanted Fairy Garden Party

How excited was I when I found these fabulous photos on Mark's blog Cake Marbella.

Having begged Mark to let me post these wonderful images, I found I was already watching this blog on my blog roll and lo and behold the photos came up again!

I was delighted to see it was the Marbella Mummies, Katrina and Nicola who run 'Fiesta Fiesta' which organises original, fun and creative parties to suit all ages and all budgets.

We love the creativity that went into this party and Mark your cupcakes look to die for :) When are we going to get our samples?!

and the winner is...

hello ladies! wasn't Couture Wedding Week just fabulous?!! i want to give a big THANK YOU to Cassandra, Mimi, Blair, Chelsea, and Carrie for the beautiful and amazing posts all week! if any of you missed last week or didn't have a chance to see each post i encourage you to check it all out--eye candy and inspiration galore!!

and for the first giveaway from Chickdowntown.com, Shoelover is the lucky winner of the couture Monya Handbag!! Congrats lady, and make sure you get a hold of me so we can hook you up!

enjoy your day--it's 100 degrees in Portland today...oh my, thank goodness for air conditioners and swimming pools :) see you tomorrow!

Couture Gown Friday & Chickdowntown.com Moyna Handbag Giveaway!

Couture Carrie here! Darlings, CC is so honored to be presenting the grand finale post for Couture Week here on Weddings Fresh!

A bride’s gown is always a special, memorable, and carefully selected piece, and a Couture piece elevates the wedding dress to an even more meaningful status. Haute Couture is painstakingly wrought by hand in the most elite of ateliers. In today’s post, CC offers a selection of pieces by true Couturiers, some intended as bridal gowns and others simply divine creations that may be worn by a more adventurous bride. Note the exquisite crafting, impeccable details, and singularity of these garments. And be sure to enter to win a glamorous Moyna clutch... Enjoy, darlings!
First photo: Vogue, September 1993. Runway photos are from Spring and Fall 2009, via style.com and nymag.com.
This and next: French Vogue, April 2006.
Christian Lacroix Couture
Jean Paul Gaultier Couture
Anne Valerie Hash Couture
Armani Privé Couture
Chanel Couture
Chanel Couture
Chanel Couture
Christian Dior Couture
Christian Dior Couture
Elie Saab Couture
Elie Saab Couture
Elie Saab Couture
Elie Saab Couture

Givenchy Couture

The following gowns could be worn by a bride who is daring enough to defy convention and wear a gown in a shade other than white or ivory.
Givenchy Couture
Elie Saab Couture
Valentino Couture
Christian Dior Couture
Christian Dior Couture
Christian Dior Couture

CC does hope you’ve enjoyed Couture Wedding Week and this post! Fabulous news for all you brides and fashionistas: Three Day Contest! Chickdowntown.com, the sponsor of Couture Wedding Week, is giving away one of these magnificent Moyna handbags! To enter, simply leave a relevant comment on this post. One entry per blogger, please. International contestant welcome! The winner of this gorgeous Moyna satin crystal broach clutch from Chickdowntown.com will be chosen on Monday, July 27, 2009. Good luck darlings!
xoxox,
CC