Friday Fun Find - Flip Flops to Flip Over

Are you looking for a fun sandal to wear at your beach wedding?  Or maybe something for you and your bridal party to change into for dancing at the reception.  Check out these darling sandals from Oka b

This style, called "the Madison" comes with 4 interchangeable ribbons, including "just married" and"i do".  How FUN!

If you'd like something a little more "formal" in a flip flop, then rhinestone or pearl studded  might be for you:

Or, if you're looking for something a bit sweet and romantic, try "the Juliet", with a beautiful rose:

Best of all, Michiana brides, these sandals are available just a few doors down from Brides a la mode at Verandah Shoes  -- be sure to stop at Brides a la mode first for your 15% discount coupon!

Sandals not your style?  Maybe you're looking for a more traditional wedding shoe or something a bit funky to show off your style,  be sure to check out Verandah's wide selection of shoes for your wedding, your honeymoon or "just because".

Friday Fun Find - Say YES!

I'll be watching, will you?

Friday Fun Find - Fascinating Fascinators

Fascinators are head coverings, very popular in the 1920s made from lace, feathers, beads, pearls and crystals.  The were worn at occasions such as weddings and other glamorous occasions. Unfortunately, by the 1970’s fascinators had become passe’.

Luckily, in the early 21st century, fascinators made a comeback. A fascinator may be worn instead of a hat to occasions where hats were traditionally worn—such as weddings—or as an evening accessory, when it may be called a cocktail hat. It is generally worn with fairly formal attire.

Carrie Bradshaw made fascinators quite popular in Sex in the City:

 

And even wore a "fascinator style" veil at her failed wedding to Mr. Big

Wearing a fascinator for your wedding can make a real statement if you'd like to add a bit of color or a fun statement to your wedding attire.  Fascinators can be found at most bridal salons (Andrea's Bridal has a GORGEOUS one), but if you are looking for something truly unique and handmade, try Etsy.com.  Here are just a few I found by typing "wedding fascinator" in the search box on Etsy:

                From Etsy seller Damselfly Studio              

From Etsy seller Satanica         

From Etsy Seller Londonxox

As you can see,  fascinators come in many styles -- try one on and let me know what you think!

Friday Fun Find - Get Married!

Have you discovered this find? 

                                                                         

My DVR is set to record the TV show every Saturday morning at 9:30. Host Stacie Francombe connects with brides as they discover and express their unique bridal style, giving you tips along the way!

There's so much more than a weekly TV show!  GetMarried.com is a resource that every bride needs in her wedding planning arsenal.  You can research, get inspired, shop and connect with other brides.

If you're like me, you LOVE flipping through wedding magazines for ideas and inspiration -- Get Married Magazine hit the stands in 2009 and it is incredible!

Brides who sign up on GetMarried.com will receive a free issue of this great magazine -- now that's really a FIND!

Friday Fun Find - Bedazzler!

No, not that thing that puts sparkles all over your jeans, jackets and purses -- I'm talking about Bedazzle My BonBons!

These are delicious chocolate bonbons, covered in edible glitter!

I've had the opportunity to sample these on several occasions and all I can say is WOW!

As you can see, the bonbons come in a variety of colors and they would make quite a unique favor for your wedding reception!

check 'em out here

Friday Fun Find... what's on top?

Cake toppers have sure come a long way, Baby!

Remember the old plastic and tulle couples?  Then the PreciousMoments figurienes?  Now, couples are expressing their personalities"

Whimsical

From Etsy seller BlueButterflyDesign

Custom Made to look like you (or your pets)

From Etsy Seller Sophiasworkshop

From Etsy Seller gfelted

Themed

From Etsy Seller ShellScapes

Elegant

From Etsy seller Affordable CakeTopper

Just plain Fun

From Etsy Seller Bumponalogcreations

What's going to be on top of YOUR wedding cake?  We'd love to know!

Friday Fun Find - "Garter Girl" Julianne Smith Wedding Garters

Your wedding garter can be a fun way to express your personality on your wedding day.

Julianne Smith started designing custom wedding garters back in 2005 and hasn't looked back. From traditional to animal print or even eco friendly, her garters are sure to add that special something to your wedding day.

Check out Julianne's website to see the full collection or to inquire about your own custom made garter. And be sure to visit the Garter Girl Blog for more information and pictures of Jilianne's unique garters

Friday Fun Find, a "nest" for your ring

Today's Friday Fun Find was also inspired while attending Engage09 the Encore in Las Vegas. One of our favors was a beautiful porcelin egg from Paloma's Nest. I learned that Paloma's Nest makes gorgeous hand-crafted ring bearer bowls which she sells via her Etsy Store.
Here's what Paloma has to say about this bowl:

THE ORIGINAL Ring Bearer Bowl™ design from Paloma's Nest that has created a new tradition in weddings all around the globe. As featured in Brides Magazine, Brides to Be Australia, and more!
Our spin on the classic ring bearer pillow...a Ring Bearer Bowl™, sure to become a modern heirloom, for generations to come.

Now in stock and ready to ship within 7 days of your order!

This little white ceramic ring bowl is an exclusive Paloma's Nest design. It is hand crafted and stamped with the words TO HAVE & TO HOLD .

What makes it different from our traditional tiny text bowls (please visit our shop for these options and more!), is the two little holes near the top rim, through which I have laced a silky cotton cord to hold your rings for your wedding ceremony. This cord can be easily switched out by you for a ribbon that matches your wedding style...or to a blue cord for your "something blue," if you wish!

After the ceremony, the cord can be tied into a loop or a bow, and the bowl can hold jewelry, momentos or other treasures.

But that's not all...my favorite part of this piece is that the tiny bowl can also be hung by the cord, on a wall in a special spot (next to your wedding photo would be nice), in a shadow box frame, or on your holiday tree.

Each piece is handmade of fine white clay, and fired in our kiln; the bowls have a protective matte finish applied to the surface and are designed for decorative use only.
Bowls measure approximately 3.5 inches in diameter...they fit nicely in the palm of your hand.

Note that each bowl is indvidually made to order, and therefore variations will occur in the layout and shape...your bowl may not look exactly like the one in the photo.(Rings are not included.)


What a fun way to present your ring! Be sure to visit Paloma's Nest on Etsy and check back next Friday for another "Fun Find" for you wedding planning!

Friday Fun Finds - Sunday morning edition

Last week, I had the good fortune to attend Engage09 The Encore at the ultra-fabulous Wynn Encore hotel in Las Vegas. This gathering of luxury wedding professionals was more than amazing and I am so excited to be able to bring back some great ideas from the likes of Evenista Marcy Blum, cake guru Sylvia Weinistock and more to the Michiana community.

I learned about today's fun find at Engage 09 Encore and just had to share this!

JT Wines, located in St. Helena, California doensn't just slap a label on any old bottle of wine; they actually develop custom, private blends with exclusive rights…your wine is “yours”.

This bottle was developed exclusively for Engage09 Encore -- can you imagine having a wine made just for you? What great way to celebrate your union -- by creating a wine that not only can be served at your wedding, it can be given as a gift to your guests and it can become your own personal brand of wine for years to come.

Couples can actually go to the winery and work with the winemaker to create their own blend, or they can choose from the winery's selection. You can design your own logo and name for your wine. You could combine your names into a unique word that becomes your "signature". For example, I'm Kathy and my husband is George, we often call ourselves "GeoKat" -- how fun would it be to have our own "GeoKat" wine!

The possibilities are endless. Check out JT Wines website and if you'd like more info, please give us a call at Brides a la mode!