I’m so excited to share with you a new[er] blog stuffed full of ideas, inspiration, resources, and photos - Engaged & Inspired! The creator of Aspiring Couture, Allison, brings you fresh, modern, chic ideas from the wonderful world of weddings. Recently engaged herself, Allison started the blog to provide fellow brides with “a complete bridal resource offering top inspiration, gorgeous detail ideas, fabulous suggested vendors, and a wedding shop full of hand-picked original designs”.
My favorite part of Engaged & Inspired has to be all the great eye candy – tons of fabulous photo inspiration that I simply can’t get enough of. I forced myself to pick just one to share with you here…. don’t you just ADORE all these great tags!?
Providing all the pretty pictures ties in perfectly with the services Allison also offers via her blog – custom, made to order inspiration boards (with a bunch of extras). All you have to do is send her a few photos of things that represent your style, venue (if you’ve already tied it down), color choices, etc., and she’ll send you the following:
- A full cohesive plan with plenty of details, to pull your wedding style together.
- “How-to’s” and “Where-to’s” for purchasing and creating items from the idea board so you can execute wedding plans efficiently
- A suggested list of vendors to work with that fit your style and budget. (Researched by us in advance to ensure quality of service!)
- Suggested design plan for setting up the venue, or how to add in those details that you can’t live without.
Such a great idea, especially for the bride that needs a little help getting the creative juices flowing. So, go see all of this fabulousness for yourself, or email Allison directly – allison@engagedandinspired.com.
A few weeks ago I got to get a behind the scenes look at MyGlassSlipper.com. What can I say…I know people! Actually, a sorority sister of mine is the Senior Marketing and Operations Manager at their headquarters, not too far from where I live, and she gave me the grand tour (thanks, Megan!).
MyGlassSlipper (along with BridalShoes.com) carries tons of options for the shoe-loving bride. Designers include Paris Hilton, Kate Spade, Stuart Weitsman, Freya Rose, Badgley Mischka and more. Of course, you can also do the dyeable thing too (for you or your bridesmaids) – they offer lots of colors to pick from.
Megan emailed me today to tell me about these two new shoes they just got in from a small London based designer (Freya Rose). I had to share them – here they are (Avalanche and Della, respectively)!
I love just about all of the Badgely Mischka options, too. I’ll take one of each, thanks.
Any crafty brides out there? I stumbled upon an absolutely fabulous blog (via Mrs. Diane – thanks!) that you simply MUST check out – Ruffles and Stuff!
Creator, Disney, posts some of the cutest projects that anyone can do. Here are a few of my favorites, that might also be a nice addition to your wedding day. Check them out!
I’d be alright with a diet made up entirely of wedding cake. And candy. But, since that would probably land me some unwanted flab here and there and a few clogged arteries, I’ll stick to just looking…
These bold beauties feature simple white cakes with touches of black that really pop. They make great focal points in a reception and well, are almost too pretty to cut into. Enjoy this sugar free, calorie free eye candy!
I am absolutely OBSESSED with escort card trees. Whether you go all out and pay a ton to have one done for you or roll up your sleeves to DIY, you simply can’t go wrong with these eye-catching beauties! Check out some of the inspiration photos below!
Happy Halloween to all the Blogger Brides out there!!!
I know Halloween parties are all about the creepy, scary, disturbing decoration. Which by the way, I love it !!!
However, if you are thinking of some elements a little bit more sophisticated for your wedding celebration, there out tons of ideas out there. You can definitely incorporate some elegant touches without running away from the theme.
Here are some inspirations for the Halloween Brides.
Any Twilight fanatics out there? I’m definitely one (yes, I admit it!), so I was THRILLED to see this article from InStyle. The magazine asked top designers to sketch their ideas of Bella’s dress (4th book). Check out what some of them came up with – love ‘em!
Even if the color red is not a part of your wedding scheme, you’ve got to love these pictures.
The red was so elegantly blended in this celebration, that everything looks spectacular.
How simply and creative the flowers were arranged at the isle for the ceremony…
Very original details for great inspirations. I just can’t get over the cake table with the submerged flowers.
It has been raining much to much these days, at least where I live, so I’ve had to make use of the rain boots. While they aren’t particularly my favorite accessory, they sure are useful. So, today I wanted to share with you some rain boot inspiration…with a wedding twist, of course!
Is your big day expecting rain? Plan ahead. Rain or shine, boots and umbrellas can make for some super cute photo opportunities. Check out the image below from Kerry Morgan.
Fall is my absolute favorite time of the year. I adore the crisp mornings and cool evenings, the color changing leaves, and of course, the fabulous fall fashions! Another plus to chilly autumn days? Delicious warm drinks.
Even if you’re not going with the stereotypical burnt oranges and yellows and chocolate browns for your fall wedding, these yummy beverages would be a treat for any guest. Set up a station and serve a signature drink, or serve them all at their own special bar. Check out below for some that sound particularly amazing.
Preparation:
In a large saucepan, bring all ingredients to a boil. Strain and serve hot spiced cider hot in mugs. Makes 12 cups of hot spiced cider. [Source]
Preparation:
1. Put milk into a microwave-safe container and cook on High in microwave for 2 minutes. Mix in chocolate, sugar, and cinnamon. In a small bowl, whisk an egg until smooth, then mix it into the chocolate mixture.
2. Return to microwave and cook on High for 3 to 4 minutes or until foamy (be careful not to let it boil.) Whisk until smooth and pour into 3 mugs. Garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired. [Source]
Wassell
* Okay, so technically this is dubbed a “Christmas” drink, but I think it’s delicious year round.
Ingredients:
* 1 1/3 c. sugar
* 1 qt. water
* 2 whole cloves
* 4 sticks cinnamon
* 4 whole allspice
* 3 c. orange juice
* 2 c. lemonade
* 2 qt. apple cider
Preparation:
Boil sugar and water for 10 minutes. Add spices. Let stand for 1 hour. Add other ingredients. Serve warm. [Source]
Irish Vanilla Coffee
Ingredients:
* 1 1/2 oz Bailey’s® Irish cream
* 1 1/2 oz vanilla vodka
* 4 oz coffee
* 1/2 – 1 oz whipped cream
Preparation:
Pour into a coffee mug 4 oz. of coffee. Add 1 1/2 oz. each of Bailey’s Irish Cream and Absolut Vanilla Vodka. Stir lightly and top, if desired, whipped cream. [Source]
Hot Tea
Not too many instructions here. Buy a few packs and let guests chose whichever flavor they’d like to steep. Harney & Sons is my fave – adore the Passion Plum!
