Kendra Scott Color Bar

Kendra Scott jewelry is often seen on the pages of magazines and can be found in stores like Nordstrom, but I just discovered the Color Bar online. First choose from 26 styles of rings, necklaces, earrings and bracelets. Then, customize … Continue reading

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Guest Book Idea

Snow & Graham, a Chicago company, offers a variety of beautiful products, from note pads and greeting cards. These make for great gifts or a treat for yourself! I am a huge fan of their calendars. Generously sized, I think … Continue reading

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Valentine’s Day Cocktails and Dessert

I found this adorable Valentine’s shoot on 100 Layer Cake, complete with directions for a cocktail and dessert… simple to do, yet impressive looking! I love love love strawberries and chocolate. Have a fantastic Valentine’s Day!

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The End of Vintage Weddings

For the past few seasons, it’s been vintage everywhere: mason jar vases, DIY projects in brown kraft paper, chalkboard signs, intentionally mismatched decor. Weddings have had a sweet and casual feel that extended to almost every aspect of the event, … Continue reading

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Now That’s a Playful Proposal!

When my husband was a little boy, he owned a Grumpy Bear Care Bear. When he was being, well, grumpy, his mom pulled the stuffed animal out to soothe him. Many years later, while I was studying abroad in Rome … Continue reading

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White House Black Market Gown Sale

White House Black Market is one of those great stores where I can always find something I like. With the recent addition of bridal gowns, they have just about every occasion covered! Snag one of four dresses now for 49% … Continue reading

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SAG Awards

Awards season continued on Sunday evening with the Screen Actors Guild Awards. Here are some of my favorite looks from the night. I’m really starting to love all the lace! Which did you love?

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Valentine’s Day Gift Idea

I just saw the most adorable tea set on Open Sky. It’s a set of 6 heart shaped cups and saucers in a variety of colors, available with a gold or silver rim. It reminds me of a cappuccino in … Continue reading

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New Postage Stamps & Rates

The U.S. Post Office has announced a rate increase and the release of a new 65-cent wedding stamp (with a one cent increase). The design, which originally debuted in 2009, features a cake designed by DC-based pastry chef Peter Brett … Continue reading

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Local Spotlight: Alice Padrul Wedding Gowns

Alice Padrul is a wedding gown designer based in Chicago. Her collections feature beautiful, floaty dresses with romantic touches. She also offers couture gowns at her West Loop Studio. If you’ve ever really liked a dress at a bridal shop, … Continue reading

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