Showing posts with label style. Show all posts
Showing posts with label style. Show all posts

Tuesday, July 12, 2011

Top looks from Paris Haute Couture Fall 2012



Worth Coutre


 Armani Privè
prints inspired by Japan mixed with sharp sartorial design



Chanel Couture

torch shoes! I love the peplum jackets and the feathered skirt, doesn't it look like a pompom?

 Givenchy Couture
Amazing fringe purse!

Giambattista Valli 
feathers galore

Jean Paul Gaultier Fall 2011 CoutureJean Paul Gaultier Fall 2011 Couture
parrot feather dress
tailed bustier and  feather collar
the controversial Jean Paul Gaultier

an overview of Dior Couture: an overload of prints and colors, it's just my opinion but they look more carnival costumes than dresses

Givenchy Couture

Wednesday, June 16, 2010

This bride is now looking to walk down the aisle in style with these custom Aisle runners

Hello!

Now that I have been looking for decorating accessories for my wedding day, I had to begin with the first step. The first step down the aisle that is ;)
Logo by Lela New York Invitations

Have you seen these amazing aisle runners by The Original Runner Company.
From custom blinged out runners to hand painted monograms The Original Runner Company has you covered! I LOVE these!

Aisle runner by The Original Aisle Runner
Aisle runner by The Original Aisle Runner
Aisle runner by The Original Aisle Runner

I also have been loving this new company, Petal Happy, based out of brooklyn. They came up with the cool idea of  having petal aisle runners. These custom aisle runners are a nice way of walking down the aisle on petals without leaving the stains of real petals that some religious establishments don't allow.
Aisle runner by Petal Happy
Aisle runner by Petal Happy
Aisle runner by Petal Happy
Enjoy!

Saturday, February 20, 2010

This one is for the Bridesmaids :)

Hello,
Yes, we LOVE our Brides, but this one is for your wonderful ladies that will help you when you are having a mini breakdown :) Please be good to them when picking their bridesmaids
dresses.

Here are some of my FAVES:

Michelle Williams of Quail reently launched Quail Bridal, focusing exclusively on bridesmaids. She says "Bring anything that has the exact color you are looking for, whether it be an umbrella, a t-shirt, a sock, anything! And we will find a match." (via East Side Bride)


Also, NEW is BCBG's Wedding collection which has pretty bridesmaid dresses as well as accessories. See the pretty picts below!

Enjoy!

Saturday, December 19, 2009

It's Holiday and Engagement Season. What to give??

Did you know that the holidays just happens to coincide with Engagement Season :)

About 40% of couples get engaged between Thanksgiving and Valentine's Day.


Here are a few Gift giving ideas from Get Married.com an online source for weddings that will help out and set the mood.



Top 11 Gifts for a Newly Engaged Bride (or Groom!)

He popped the question! She’s over the moon. How do you show her you’re here to help celebrate this gi-normous life changing event? Here are 10 girly gifts to give your sister, soon-to-be sister, childhood confidant or BFF, a.k.a bride to be. Plus we could never forget the groom so we’ve got him covered as well.


1. Plan Ahead

The best gift you can give a bride is organizational skills. Bestow a bright and funky planner on her to get her started down the aisle.

http://shop.getmarried.com/Magazine/Shop-Savvy/2909-GM30518-Turquoise-Brides-Planner.pro

Turquoise Bride’s Planner, $15.99


2. The Spitting Image

For the fashion-forward friend, give a personalized, unique illustration that expresses her personal style. From every hair color to every style of dress, there’s a framed and matted creation that will remind her of her inner fashionista.

Fashion Illustration

Prismeradesign.com, $20 for 5 x7


3. The Bridal Party

Pamper her with a collection of shower gels inspired by wedding traditions. Sure to get the beautiful bride ready before the big day, this set includes a 6 oz Wedding Cake Ultra-De

licious Shower Gel, 6 oz Bubbly Ultra-Rich Shower Gel, and a 6 oz Bridal Bouquet Ultra-Feminine Shower Gel in a signature box.

Bridal Party by Philosophy

philosophy.com, $30


4. The Princess Bride

For bridal royalty. Inspired by the tiara gifted to Queen Mary, enjoy this bride tank top - something old on something new. An ideal present for the princess bride.

shop.getmarried.com, $29


5

. Etiquette Lessons

Ok, you don’t have to spring for a whole lineup of classes. Just buy your gal pal Emily Post’s Wedding Etiquette in hardback. It’s the go-to-guide for the classy, thoughtful bride. Make sure she never makes a misstep.

http://www.amazon.com, $18.47


6. Hands Down The Best Gift!

Only the newly engaged know how embarrassing it is to have scruffy cuticles and unpolished nails. E

veryone is always grabbing your hand to ooh and aww. Buy her this kit and her hands will be ready for show-off showtime!

Professional Manicure/Pedicure Nail Kit

sephora.com, $42








7. With This Ring

You know she wants to tell the world he put a ring on it—without having to say a word. Get her this fun-key ring to show off a bit. She’ll toss her house and car keys on it and every time she pulls it out will be reminded she’s headed for wedded bliss.

With This Ring Crystal Engagement Ring Keychain

shop.getmarried.com, $4.90


8. It’s a Wrap!

Comfy terry cloth wraps are always a favorite gift and can be personalized with her future monogram. Get her ready to be Mrs. Happily Ever After.

Terry Cloth Bath Wrap

shop.getmarried.com, $36


9. For Her (and Him)

Give your friend a boudoir photo session she can use to surprise her fiancé. A hot trend for brides to be, noir-inspired shots can be tasteful (think more Dita Von Teese, than Playboy) and will get her in the mood for her wedding night. Tell her to smile and work it, you sexy thing!

Boudoir Photo Session

ashiraphotography.com, price on request


10. Sweet Siblings

Tell sisters and soon to be sisters-in-law how much they mean with a sentimental token. Personalize this folksy, sweet frame by sliding in a childhood photo. Sugarboo Designs uses quotes from luminaries and simple classic style for thoughtful gifts she’ll love.

Sister, Open Your Heart by Sugarboo Designs

Poopsies.com, $85 and up


11. For the techie, gadget groom:

Forget cord confusion, the Duracell Mygrid allows for all of your electronic devices to be charged at once.

Duracell myGrid Charging Pad

Amazon, $76.79


Happy Shopping!

Wednesday, December 9, 2009

Fall/Winter Real Wedding Inspiration



Just got these beautiful images from amazing photographer Laura Klein.
This Real Wedding took place at the Mountain View Grand Resort & Spa.
Laura's images are breathtaking! Capturing the amazing views of the locale.
The Luxury purple silk wedding invitations and stationery were designed by Lela New York.

Enjoy!


Monday, July 13, 2009

Lela New York's luxury wedding invitations featured in S'Wonderful & S'Marvelous Blog

Hi everyone!
Wanted to pass along this amazing blog called S'wonderful & S'Marvelous.
They recently had a vintage post and Lela New York's wedding invitations were featured.
Here is their post:

Vintage Inspirations for the Modern Bride

Friday, July 10, 2009

And the S'Winners are ... {Top 5 Vintage Inspirations}

Photo Courtesy: Pelaez Photography
{Best Bridal Adornment Inspiration}

WOW - I didn't expect such a great response to our call for some VINTAGE INSPIRATION ... I am so excited to report that submissions came from ALL over - Seattle, Vancouver, NY, and even some wedding professionals from the UK! It was definitely hard to pick versatile images and inspirations and thought it would be best to categorize the submissions & credit our FAVES as well as their own blurbs about their submissions ... So, ENJOY!:


*BEST ALL-AROUND VINTAGE-CHIC STYLE*

Photo Credit: Gemma Reynolds

Submitted by: Gemma Reynolds, Photographer {London}
http://www.gemmareynoldsphotography.com/

"I am a wedding photographer and have recently been in the May/June Conde Nast Brides Magazine's wedding directory as their Central London Wedding Photographer. (and they've asked me back for the jan/feb 2010 issue too!) This image speaks "vintage weddings" to me. The organ as the backdrop, the pretty cake stand with a wonderful mixture of cakes and real flowers cup cake style, and of course, the stunning brides in carefully selected Vintage wears from Luella's Boudoir. I hope you like my photograph too!"

Well Gemma, we LOVED your yummy photo shoot soooooo much that we also wanted to post another cutie submitted by your friend - UK planner Tiffany Grant-Riley:



Photo Credit: Gemma Reynolds

Submitted by: Tiffany Grant-Riley, Planner
http://www.grantrileyweddings.co.uk
http://www.grantrileyweddings.blogspot.com
Tweet: @VintagePlanner

I had to submit an image from our photo shoot, shot last week for my new promotional material. It's so fresh I only got some of the images back yesterday so this is an exclusive for you! I run a vintage wedding planning company in the UK, specializing in vintage wedding design from the 1920s to 1960s and I styled our latest shoot with a 1950s afternoon tea and fairground theme. The idea is meant to appeal to the fun loving bride who loves her classic, lady like vintage fashion but still loves good old fashioned fun!



* BEST VINTAGE-INSPIRED DECOR & ACCESSORIES *
Photo Credit: The Paris Apartment

Submitted by: Tracey Kumer-Moore, Planner {Las Vegas}
http://www.lvweddingconcierge.com/
http://lvweddingconcierge.blogspot.com
Tweet: @lvwedconcierge

My Vintage Inspiration is "The Paris Apartment",! and her blog as well, http://parisapartment.wordpress.com/. I adore this site and I visit it often. I just adore going through the Boutique and all the vintage inspired products; gorgeous accessories (which could provide stunning stylish touches at a wedding and enjoyed many years after or great bridesmaids gifts), art deco and "rococo" furniture, chandeliers, mirrors, lucite furniture (swoon), textiles, stationery.

Thanks Tracey! We LOVE The Paris Apartment, too! Such great vintage inspiration not only for weddings, but for home decor as well! Tracey also added these S'WONDERFUL ideas for the use of some of these items: "The Chanel Photo Frame - great for escort card or gift table decor. Art-Deco Vanity Tray is great inspiration for tray passing cocktails." Here are a couple more photos from The Paris Apartment:





*BEST CLASSIC & TIMELESS STATIONER*


Photo Credit: Lela New York

Submitted By: Maria Cerff, Creator & Designer {New York}
http://www.lelanewyork.com
http://lelanewyork.blogspot.com
Tweet: @LelaNewYork


"I'm the owner and designer of Lela New York ... Here is some vintage inspiration from my latest invitation designs".

Maria - thank you for the submission! I've seen so many AWESOME, innovative stationers and designs through the years, but being that this blog is mostly dedicated to featuring TIMELESS classics, I thought your invitations are elegantly designed and have a that little tinge of vintage & modern we LOVE @ S'Wonderful & S'Marvelous . Thanks again for sharing!





*BEST VINTAGE BRIDAL ADORNMENTS*

Photo Credits: Pelaez Photography

Submitted by: Gracci Pelaez, Photographer {Vancouver, BC}
http://www.pelaezphotography.com
http://blog.pelaezphotography.com
Tweet: @graccipelaez

"When our bride, Fareedah, booked us, she mentioned that she wanted to have an Old Hollywood Glamour look for her wedding. She wanted the hair, the makeup and the dress to reflect that. Most importantly, she wanted her veil to have that vintage vibe but with a modern punch. One time, I saw her post a shout out on her Facebook page that she's looking for recommendations for a veil. I took it upon myself to help her out for her veil search and sent her a few ideas. The one that stood out is a recommendation made to me by Angela Desveaux, the editor-in-chief of WedLuxe Magazine - a Vancouver-based designer, Heather Mandin of Parts by Heather (http://www.partsbyheather.com/). Fareedah went ahead and ordered a custom-made veil from Heather for herself AND custom-made hairpieces for her bridesmaids. You can find the hairpieces on her website via the links below: http://partsbyheather.com/#/collections/custom/custom-09/fareedah/http://partsbyheather.com/#/collections/custom/custom-09/bridal-hairpieces/
These hairpieces made her vintage look really unique. Attached are a few images from the wedding. Below is the direct link to the blog entry on our blog for more photos! We hope you like them as much as we did!


WOW & YUM is all I can say to that Gracci! I snuck a peak on your blog and added a couple more of my faves {ABOVE & below}. AWESOME work - and ya gotta LOVE a bride who is Craftsy! :p



*BEST VINTAGE-INSPIRED PERSONAL DESIGN BOARD*


Photo Coutesy: @TweetMyWedding

Submitted By: Mindy Howard, Twitter Extraordinaire {US}
Tweet: @TweetMyWedding

"A very quickly put together collage. From upper left; a menu from the cruises my Grandmother Howard used to take. A Christmas Card by Richard Howard he and his partner used to put together each year for clients. An amazing gown from TheFrock.Com. My GreatAunt Sylvia's wedding photograph. A funny double exposure I love, my Grandmother Howard and myself. A cute little frame with my Grandmother Cartier, my mother, uncle and aunt. To the right a picture of Emma Cartier and friend, young in Minnesota. Grandmother Nan Howard when she met Gregory Peck. Two more Christmas cards (They'd take the Oscar award winning movie and paste themselves in..hilarious)! Lastly a few of my little vintage trinkets."

Thank you so much for sharing your personal photos and inspiration collage Mindy! Vintage family photos of Grandma & Grandpa's wedding & old greeting cards are and will ALWAYS BE a mainstay in inspiring vintage-loving brides! LOVE it!

Many S'MARVELOUS thanks to all who submitted!

Thanks Candice!
You can visit her blog at:
http://swonderfulandsmarvelous.blogspot.com