Seaside & A Vintage Bride

During our Fashion shoot last year in Seaside, Florida Webz Media captured some fun and flirty photos of a vintage bride in Seaside’s Motorcourt Cottage – the perfect setting for a vintage bridal shoot! The bride was dressed from head to toe in a vintage birdcage veil, vintage style short gown and vintage style footwear!

It was the Motorcourt Cottage in Seaside that made this vintage shoot come to life! If you want a vintage motel experience, head to Seaside and stay at the Motorcourt. Park your car, rent a bike and explore the beauty of Seaside!

If you are looking for a destination wedding, Seaside is the place! There are a number of breathtaking areas in Seaside for a lavish over the top wedding, or an intimate, smaller scale wedding. And for portraits, the locations are endless. From traditional destination beach photos, to vintage bridal shots like these, there is something for every bride in Seaside!

For more information on Seaside Weddings visit www.cottagerentalagency.com/Weddings

For more information on bridal portraits and bridal swag contact Webz Media and look for them in the current issue of Southern Bride and their new line just for brides, Queen Bee Bridal Swag!

Gown by Watters

Bridal Hair by Eston Salon

Bridal Make-up by Make-Me-Up by Danielle

 

2012 Wedding Gown Trend: Open Back

Happy New Year! It’s 2012 and we are so excited for what this year has in store and all the fabulous inspiration we look to bring all of our Southern Brides!

Our first trend topic this year has to do with wedding gowns. One popular trend we expect to see in 2012 when it comes to wedding gowns are gowns with an open back! While we have been seeing some open back wedding dresses over the years, some of the new designs will make this romantic look even more desirable for brides!

An open back dress can be classic and sexy at the same time. The front can have your classic look, while the open back will make such a statement as you walk down the aisle and later at your reception during your first dance! This style of dress also makes for some of the most stunning bridal portraits!

An open back dress is perfect year around, but we think they are especially beautiful for summer and beach weddings! But designers are making open back dresses for 2012 in a variety of styles and for all seasons! 

{photo by Michael Allen Photography}

Santa Baby, forgot to mention one little thing, A RING

“Santa baby, forgot to mention one little thing, a ring
I don’t mean a phone
Santa baby, and hurry down the chimney tonight”

Who doesn’t just love a little BLING for Christmas? And by bling . . . . we mean a RING! Here are some of our favorite ring shots by Christen Jones Photography!

The White Room & Elegant Weddings at the Wynfrey

The White Room is working hard on making this year’s bridal show Elegant Weddings at the Wynfrey the BEST yet! It will be a fabulous New York City style fashion show and runway event! Make sure to come to The Wynfrey on January 8th for all the latest styles in bridal couture and meet some fabulous vendors!

Some of the fun will include:

• 
  Local television celebrity, Jeh Jeh Pruitt, heading the line-up as the 2012 emcee!

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  Rhythm N’ Motion will get things kicked into high gear. They’ll start off with an exhibition, performing specially choreographed “first dances,” then they’ll show everyone some of those special (and fun) dance moves for the wedding party that have gone viral on You Tube these days.
• 
  Be sure to take a notebook and pen, because you’ll definitely want to take note of all the great tips when speaker Alene Gamel presents Now That You’ve Got Your Bling, What’s The Next Thing?(Isn’t that a great title!) Alene Gamel of  I Do, I Do! Wedding Planning and Consulting  is an amazingly talented planner and is known for knocking the sox off of brides, grooms and guests when it comes to here wedding designs! She was trained in Los Angeles, has over 25 years experience in the wedding planning industry, and writes a regular wedding column, Weddings 911, which appears each Sunday in The Birmingham News. Having worked in the travel industry as well, Alene has traveled to many of the popular honeymoon and destination wedding spots. (Lucky lady!)

• 
  Andy Tolar at Design Productions, LLC will be there and he will also be lighting up the runway for The White Rooms New York fashion show. Design Productions, LLC uses lighting to transform ballrooms, landscapes, and tents into a romantic environment. Columns of light, fiber optic curtains and the projection of names or initials are just a few of the services that they have provided for weddings.

• 
  Last but certainly not least,  Melissa Moore Bogardus and her team will bring fabulous runway looks to all of the gorgeous models! Melissa is a hair and make-up artist obsessed with creating the perfect look. She loves fashion and gets her inspiration from faces. She has a Master of Cosmetology, has trained and worked as a freelance artist in venues such as Birmingham Alabama, Las Vegas Nevada, Nashville Tennessee, and Miami Florida. She works in TV, film, print and fashion shows, but pageantry and weddings are her true passion. She is also the official beauty sponsor for Mrs. United States of Alabama and has been since 2001.

Luxurious Gift fit for a Bride

The greatest gift is a painting of your wedding gown! It will not only be a beautiful piece of art for your home, but a beautiful, one of a kind piece that you can pass down in your family! And talk about a fabulous anniversary, birthday or Valentine’s Day gift! Wish it could be for Christmas? Contact Kristin Wolfson, Artisit – and arrange to have it done after Christmas and wrap a lovely note telling the one you love the exciting news! She will be excited to start the process and work with Kristin to create her custom wedding dress painting after the holidays!

A bride spends her whole life thinking about her wedding dress. As a little girl you are dreaming of the dress you will wear on your wedding day. It’s a magical thought and even more magical when the day comes that you find THE dress. After the wedding is over, you pack your dress away and you have your photos, but how would you like to really make your wedding dress a piece of art to enjoy for the rest of your life?

Kristin Wolfson, an amazing artist out of New Orleans, has created a modern way to cherish your wedding dress forever. A friend immediately thought of Wolfson when she envisioned presenting her daughter-in-law with a unique piece of artwork on her wedding day.

Wolfson coupled her creativity with her fashion design skills to create a life sized wedding dress painting . . . and you can have one too!

A wedding dress is a huge investment that is worn for one glorious day and then hibernates in your closet for eternity. Why not turn it into a statement piece for your home? It is the perfect luxury bridal gift that will make any bride feel like a celebrity!

To find out more about having your wedding dress turned into a beautiful piece of art, visit KristinWolfsonArt.com or contact her at KristinWolfsonArt@gmail.com

Grand in Green

Weddings this time of year are some of the most beautiful! Many brides choose colors that compliment the season: black and white, deep plum, royal red, silver and gold, and beautiful shades of green! All of these colors make for a stunning winter, holiday wedding!

Christen Jones Photography recently captured a beautiful wedding in downtown Memphis at the magnificent Cadre Building and the bridesmaids were grand in this stunning shade of green!

This particular shade of green is perfect for Fall and Winter weddings! The style is also great because it allows the ladies to wear the dress again if they have a formal event! I know if I had this dress – I would be wearing it again!

Green is also a great color that allows you to mix in other colors easily. Here shades of yellow, red and orange blend well for a Fall wedding. Browns, blacks, and classic white would also work beautifully with this shade of green! Not to mention that this shade makes for some beautiful, eye catching photos – and especially makes the bride stand out in her white gown!

To see more of this lovely wedding, visit the Christen Jones Photography Facebook page!

The Woodruff-Fontaine House presents . . . Nouveau Nuptials

Wine tasting, bridal gown fashion show, cakes, flowers, make-up artists, photographers, invitations and more!

All of this can be found at the Woodruff-Fontaine House on December 8th! See below for more info and check out theWoodruff-Fontaine House on Facebook for more details and updates on this event and others!

Go with a friend or as a couple and let the planning begin!

Anthony & Co Jewelers OPEN HOUSE

ANTHONY & CO

JEWELERS

OPEN HOUSE

FRIDAY, NOV. 25^TH (BLACK FRIDAY)

10AM-6PM

Come by and join us for an open

House at our NEW LOCATION!  Browse

Our engagement ring, fine jewelry, and sterling

Silver selections!  And register to

Win a pair of diamond stud earrings

Valued at $4500.00!!!!

(Drawing will be held Dec. 20th, 2011)

AND

RECEIVE 25% OFF ANY IN STOCK ITEM

 Anthony & Co. Jewelers

2080 Valleydale Rd. Ste 6

Hoover, AL 35244

Crazy for Navy

One color trend for weddings for 2011 is Navy! This is a great color year around whether chosen for a nautical summer wedding, fabulous fall wedding or whimsical winter wedding!

Navy can be dramatic as seen here:

{via bride.ca}

Or it can be a classic, sophisticated affair! 

{via blog.finestationary.com}

In our upcoming Winter/Spring issue of SB coming out in December, look for some oh so fabulous blue inspiration in navy and royal blue!

Don’t have something blue – have it ALL blue!!

 

Barefoot Bride New Location Party & Grand Opening

This weekend The Barefoot Bride will be hosting a New Location Sneak Peek Party on Friday, and then an Open House on Saturday!

Friday – New Location Sneak Peek Party  6-8pm

Saturday – GRAND OPENING 10-5pm

There will be big prizes from the following vendors:

Adel Amor Cosmetics
Southern Bride
Mid South Wedding Guide
Woodruff Fontaine House
AM Photography
Belmomento Photography
Brows by Emily
Jamazin Mobile Tanning
Inkblot Studios
Younique Confections
ArtJamn Paint Parties

AND that’s not all . . . look for door-buster prices with wedding gowns starting at $50 ~ AND all shoes $10!!

Join the fun:

The Barefoot Bride

 4726 Poplar Avenue #3

Memphis, TN

Miranda Lambert’s custom brooch bouquet by The Ritzy Rose

Miranda Lambert married fellow Country Music star Blake Shelton on a 125-acre ranch outside of San Antonio, Texas on May 14, 2011. She stuck to her Southern roots when it came to the planning and details of her wedding. The wedding itself took place in a romantic, lantern lit barn, as she wore her mother’s wedding dress and carried an amazing custom brooch boquete by The Ritzy Rose.

The Ritzy Rose is a labor of love for husband and wife team Jen & Jason Diehl. The name is a nod to Jen’s maiden name (Rose), and conjures up images of flappers and their deco lives nearly a hundred years ago. The company was born after the Diehls’ enchanting, whimsical wedding in 2010. After successfully planning their extravagant nuptials without the help of a planner, and using very few vendors, they set out to offer affordable custom designs and vintage goods to others.

Jen & Jason began with an etsy shop called The Ritzy Rose in the summer of 2010. Jen’s custom vintage brooch bouquets took off right away, and she began accepting commission orders through 2012. Brides also loved her pennant flags that say things like “Here Comes The Bride” or “Time To Cut The Cake”. Jen also stocked her online shop with a hand-picked assortment of vintage bridesmaids dresses, jewelry and other vintage accessories. Jen is incredibly inspired by the 1920s-1930s, and the 1950s- early 1960s. She focuses on items from these years.

{photos by Robert Evans Photography}

To see more stunning bouquets and creations by The Ritzy Rose, visit TheRitzyRose.com and find them on Facebook!

The White Room Presents: Victoria Nicole Bridal Couture Trunk Show

Attention Brides . . . . The White Room Bridal Salon in Birmingham is having a Victoria Nicole Bridal Couture Trunk Show on October 28th & 29th, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm by appointment (discounts available during trunk show only!) You don’t want to miss it!!

Since 2005, The White Room has had the pleasure of assisting thousands of brides in finding their perfect wedding gown. They offer an exquisite collection of gowns, veils, headpieces, mother of the bride, special occasion dresses, debutante dresses, jewelry and accessories. Located in the Cahaba Heights area of Birmingham, you will find classic elegance, sophisticated styles, exquisite fabrics and laces, experience and exceptional service.

The White Room

3161 Cahaba Heights Road

Birmingham, AL 35243

205.970.6767

Move over Black . . . . Grey is Back!

We’ve been hearing for a while that GREY is the new black. So move on over black . . . . grey is back!

Grey is a beautiful color choice for a wedding. It can be done year around! In the summer it can be paired with brighter hues such as pink, turquoise and green. In the fall and winter other shades of grey such as metallic, slate, charcoal, and stone are great choices in the grey family for creating an elegant event.

For those brides who are wanting to stick with neutrals, grey also works well with other earthy tones!

If you are searching for elegant neutral accent pieces for you wedding, visit BHLDN (aka Anthroplogie Weddings.) They have some breathtaking decor items as well as accessories for brides! Here are some of our favorites!

Bold Hues {by ADÉL AMOR COSMETICS}

Deciding what color tone your skin falls into is the first step when it comes to finding your perfect color. Are you creamy / porcelain, medium / olive, or dark?

Different hues work best with differnt skin tones. If you are creamy / porcelain, your complexion looks best when accented with a “true” red (think crayon red) or a red/plum (such as the picture to the left). Those with olive / medium tones wear an orange red, bronze, mahogany, and medium to deep raisin the best. Dark purple, wine, and deep blue/red shades look fabulous on dark skin tones. When testing lipstick, use the inside of your wrist to help decide which color works best with your skin tone.

{Julia Saner for Gucci Fall 2011 (Source: runway-fashion)}

APPLICATION

1. Line your lips with a liner that is, oh so very slightly, darker than your lipstick. This helps to make the lips look fuller when blending with your lipstick color. Color in the corners of your lips with your liner. If you notice in the picture, the insides of the model’s lips look slightly darker.
2. Rub your lips together to blend the liner out to a thicker line.
3. Apply the lipstick to your lips on the inside of the liner. The lighter color on the inside makes the lips seem fuller. See picture to the left.
4. Rub your lips together to blend and lightly blot.
5. With a powder brush, dust a little bit of loose powder on your lips to set the color, and then apply another coat of lipstick.This helps the color to last longer.
6. Pick a sheer gloss that is one or two shades lighter than your lipstick color and apply to the center of your lips. Gloss in the center of the lips gives the appearance of a more pouty lip.

 

 

Kim’s Fairytale Wedding on E! (we have exclusive clips)

This Sunday is the premier of Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries fairytale wedding on E!

It will be a TWO-night event of Kardashian proportions premiering, October 9^th at 8pm; and continues on Monday, October 10^th at 9pm!  Tune in for all the glitz, glamour and romance of Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries’ wedding extravaganza!

We will also be posting an inside look on the Southern Bride Facebook page of the days leading up to the wedding with clips that details Kim’s name change, Kris’s thoughts on the constant shutterbugs, and Kim finding an article that claims she is trying to outdo Khloe’s wedding!

Follow the Southern Bride Facebook page to see exclusive clips from the wedding and tune in this Sunday on E! to see it all unfold!

 

 

Save the Veil

After coordinating many weddings where windy conditions caused her bride’s veils to blow every which way, disrupting the ceremony & photos, Jill Watson decided that there was a need to find a way to keep those veils down and under control.

So, she created these beautiful pieces of magnetic jewelry that can be easily attached to a brides veil…“so when the wind blows…your veil won’t.”

These beautiful veil weights are made of genuine mother of pearl and Swarovski crystals and contain two small hidden magnets.

The veil weights are not permanent; they’re very easy to put on and take off and allow your veil to have movement while keeping it from blowing out of control!

Veil Weights jewelry are something every bride should have on her wedding day if her wedding is at the beach, on a cliff by the ocean, on an island, a yacht, in the desert, in wine country or anywhere the wind may be blowing.

Wedding planners should have them for their bride’s emergency kits. Photographers, videographers, bridal salons, seamstresses and make-up artists would benefit from carrying Save the Veil.

 Save the Veil is a great product for the bride who has always wanted a beautiful veil, but thought she could not have one because of windy conditions blowing the veil out of control on her wedding day. The problem is now solved!

When the wedding day is over, brides can use Save the Veil as magnets to hang up their beautiful wedding photos. They become a keepsake of your fabulous wedding day!

To Purchase Veil Weights visit SaveTheVeil.com

You can also “like” them on facebook HERE!

Vintage Citrine Jewelry Perfect for Fall Brides

Diamonds and pearls are the most common types of bridal jewelry we often see, but there are so many more stone options out there and in an array of colors and styles! As Fall quickly approaches we now begin to think of Fall colors and one beautiful stone that is perfect for a Fall wedding is Citrine!

Citrine is a beautiful golden stone that can be light in color or deep with rich yellow tones! This stone is perfect for weddings year around, but we think it is espeically beautiful for Fall weddings! There are endless options when it comes to Citrine jewelry whether it’s modern, classic and traidtional, or vintage! Etsy has some beautiful pieces in all hues and styles. We found some incredible vintage pieces that would be stunning on any bride!

To find out more about these unique vintage pieces of Citrine jewelry, visit Katcherr Fancy on Etsy.

 

 

 

BHLDN {Jewelry}

The fabulous, eclectic, whimsical store we know as Anthropologie has so many wonderful things for brides everywhere, BHLDN {aka Anthropologie Weddings.} Their vision is to help every bride create an event that reflects her own unique perspective. Their gown, accessories, shoes, and even decor will have an heirloom feel to offer brides that classic, vintage look.

From whimsical, modern, vintage and a twist on traditional – they have something for every bride. Below are some beautiful accessories, perfect for any bride or bridesmaid!

{photos via BHLDN.com}

To see more jewelry by BHLDN, visit their website at bhldn.com

Gown GIVEAWAY from The Barefoot Bride

The Barefoot Bride Boutique is GIVING AWAY a free gown to the bride who raises the most money for Special Olympics!

Brides, you must raise at least $250 to qualify! Click THIS link to donate.

You only need 25 friends to donate $10 each and you could WIN a Barefoot Bride gown!!

Contest ends August 23rd!

Share this link to win and visit the Barefoot Bride on Facebook for updates on this fabulous giveaway!!

BHLDN {Hair Adornments}

The fabulous, eclectic, whimsical store we know as Anthropologie has so many wonderful things for brides everywhere, BHLDN {aka Anthropologie Weddings.} Their vision is to help every bride create an event that reflects her own unique perspective. Their gown, accessories, shoes, and even decor will have an heirloom feel to offer brides that classic, vintage look.

They also offer some beautiful Hair Adornments and we have shared some of our favorites below. From whimsical, modern, vintage and a twist on traditional – they have something for every bride!

{photos via BHLDN.com}

To see more of the beautiful hair adornments by BHLDN, visit their website at bhldn.com

Artist Kristin Wolfson: Custom Wedding Dress Portraits

We are so excited about this post today! A bride spends her whole life thinking about her wedding dress. As a little girl you are dreaming of the dress you will wear on your wedding day. It’s a magical thought and even more magical when the day comes that you find THE dress. After the wedding is over, you pack your dress away and you have your photos, but how would you like to really make your wedding dress a piece of art to enjoy for the rest of your life?

Kristin Wolfson, an amazing artist out of New Orleans, has created a modern way to cherish your wedding dress forever. A friend immediately thought of Wolfson when she envisioned presenting her daughter-in-law with a unique piece of artwork on her wedding day.

Wolfson coupled her creativity with her fashion design skills to create a life sized wedding dress painting.

The artist describes her wedding dress paintings as a modern twist on traditional bridal portraits. Wolfson loves the idea of this painting because it is such a beautiful and romantic memento of your wedding day and a completely unique piece of art that is oh-so-chic!

The brides dream dress, Vera Wang’s “Diana”, is a work of art in itself that easily translates into a painting. The swirling bustles of fabric in the ball gown skirt are reminiscent of a Georgia O’Keefe painting. Wolfsons vision was to create a statement piece for the couples contemporary home at a bold 48”x60” in acrylic and oil paint.

About The Artist:

KRISTIN WOLFSON is a classically trained New Orleans-based visual artist. Her modern approach to the figure and creative use of color evoke a whimsical sense of femininity with a touch of dark undertones. Wolfson’s multi-dimensional works are often a combination of painting and drawing including acrylic, oil, pastel, gold leaf and graphite. Her work is best described as a melding of contemporary abstract with detailed elements of classical realism. Some of her inspirations include Mucha, Egon Schiele, and the 19th century Dutch master painters. Even in her commissioned work, Wolfson maintains her sensible approach to reveal the emotion and spirit of the subject.

A graduate of Tulane University with a Bachelor of Arts in Visual Arts, Kristin Wolfson received additional training at the Rhode Island School of Design, New Orleans Academy of Fine Art, and the New Orleans Center for Creative Arts. After landing her dream job in early 2007 at Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia in New York City, Wolfson was the Executive Assistant to the Chief Creative Officer Gael Towey and Martha Stewart. In 2008 Wolfson was brought to Los Angeles, where she was an assistant fashion designer for Ed Hardy, Christian Audigier, and SMET in the outerwear and knits division. Being mentored by such an influential figure to the art world as Martha Stewart and a position in the fashion industry drove Wolfson to launch an art business of her own. The Kristin Wolfson Art Gallery is under construction with an opening set for the summer of 2011.

A wedding dress is a huge investment that is worn for one glorious day and then hibernates in your closet for eternity. Why not turn it into a statement piece for your home? It is the perfect luxury bridal gift that will make any bride feel like a celebrity!

To find out more about having your wedding dress turned into a beautiful piece of art, visit KristinWolfsonArt.com or contact her at KristinWolfsonArt@gmail.com

Dupioni Silk Clutches

Carrying a clutch is not only fashionable and a fabulous accessory, but it’s also perfect at times when you do not want to carry a large handbag. For example, when you are in a wedding you usually want to keep a few things with you during the days festivities as well as at the reception. A beautiful clutch can add the perfect touch to your bridesmaid dresses as well as the bride herself!

Brides, a clutch is a perfect gift for your bridesmaids! It will come in handy on your big day and allow your friends to carry along any personal items with them throughout the festivites, while also staying fashionable! Plus, it is something they can always keep and use for many years to come!

MermaidsDreams makes the most beautiful Dupioni Silk Clutches. They are made in a huge variety of colors as well as some lovely embellishments on each clutch if desired! You can purchase these beautiful handmade clutches individually or in a set, which is perfect for giving as a gift to bridesmaids!

MermaidsDreams even has some beautiful choices for the bride in various designs!

 To find out more on how you can order these stunning clutches, visit MermaidsDreams Etsy Shop! You can also become a fan of MermaidsDreams on Facebook and stay up to date with new designs and colors! 

Bubbly Beauty Happy Hour {Thursday, August 4}

 Come on out this Thursday Night for Bubbly Beauty Happy Hour!! 

 The Barefoot Bride

& 

Midtown Acupuncture 

Bubbly Beauty Happy Hour

Open House

5-8 pm

Thursday, August 4

Join us for a little bubbly and fun at 917 South Cooper! It will be a night filled with girlie treats to tickle your senses ~ and deals to make your pocket book smile too!!
…
Drawing held at 7:30 for lots of exciting prizes!!

Here’s just a few of the exciting things happening:

Zerona demo and special pricing
lose inches and fat with Dr. Oz approved non invasive lipo

Midtown Acupuncture ~ Pearl Elixir cocktails with facial rejuviation demos and samples by Jessica

MIX by Amy ~ mini cupcakes to delight your taste buds
WIN 2 dozen cupcakes!!

Adel Amor Cosmetics by Alexandra Nicole
Makeup demos to include the Kardashian pouty lips and more!
Win a free bridal makeover

Stella and Dot Jewelry ~ stylist Karlee Hickman will be on hand to demo how accessorizing can change the look of any outfit
WIN a piece of Stella and Dot jewelry

The Barefoot Bride
WIN a $50 gift certificate to The Barefoot Bride

Chair Massages available by Christine!

Mid South Wedding Guide will be on hand to showcase Memphis’ best new wedding guide ~
WIN a Wedding Announcement for an upcoming issue.

Shop, play, win!! Share with your friends ~ the more the merrier

Make Me Up By Danielle {Featured in the current issue of SB}

When we were on location in Seaside, Fl for our fashion photo shoot, we had a fabulous makeup artist who did amazing makeup for all of our models! Her work was flawless, giving each model a beautiful, radiant glow! Make Me Up By Danielle can be found in both our MidSouth and Alabama issue of Southern Bride. Her work can be seen in the 12 pages of our fashion layout, as well as both covers!

{MidSouth Cover: Michael Allen Photography Alabama Cover: Tracy Leigh Photography}

Danielle is a makeup artist with over seven years experience. She has worked for Trish McEvoy, Clinique, and Glo Minerals. She started her own company a few years ago in Montgomery, AL and now resides Birmingham ,AL where she offers brides her amazing services.

Make Me Up By Danielle’s consultations are one on one and by appointment only. The makeup consultation takes around 1 1/2 hours and includes brow grooming, makeup application with lesson, personal makeup bag analysis, shopping list of products, diagram of your customized look and constant contact information. Danielle recommends that clients arrive at the appointment wearing your regular makeup, while also bringing all your own makeup with you so she can see what you use on a regular basis.

To find out more, visit www.makemeupbydanielle.com or contact Danielle at fiskdan24@yahoo.com

{Guest Blogger: The Chef’s Garden} Vintage Inspiration

Browsing a great blog like Southern Bride, you are sure to get inspired– maybe even over inspired! There are so many great details and stellar ideas; it can be overwhelming to decide what to actually incorporate into your own special day. Making matters even tougher, Styled Shoots, like this one, while meant to inspire great ideas, are not “wedding ready”– meaning that just like your wedding dress, they need to be “fitted” to meet the needs of your event.

The inspiration for this shoot was to juxtapose the grand southern estate of The Ribault Club with shabby chic accents that have a vintage twist.  The key design elements are a beautifully set table under the canopy of a great oak tree with a hanging chandelier, a scrumptious biscuit and pie bar, and a color palette of peaches and grays– doesn’t it all look so inviting? The details are what make this shoot feel so cozy: the table runner with monogrammed table number, the apple place cards, the guitar and, oh yeah, the FLOWERS! It feels like it all effortlessly fell perfectly into place– the signature of a well designed wedding shoot.

So, how exactly do you take a shoot like this and make it yours? Two key steps: Edit and Repeat. The average size wedding is for 125-175 guests, so you will obviously need to a few more tables. You could repeat this same table design or incorporate complementing, but more traditional, round table to set this breathtaking family style table apart. Having a mix of both low and high tablescapes with suspended flowers or light fixtures (like the featured chandelier) is really in vogue right now. It helps break the space up and keeps thing from getting monotonous. The charm of the flowers is that the composite design is made from a unique array of flowers that complement each other, but do not feel like they were meant to “match.” The most beautiful floral designs feel like they were created by Mother Nature, not your florist.  The canopy of the tree could be used for a charming lemonade stand that could be enjoyed by all your guests while seating could be placed under an open air canopy of lights. For the biscuit and pie bar: repeat, repeat, and repeat. Part of the charm of this bar is that it feels like your grandma or great Aunt Sally created it special for your wedding, but only a little better! However, it needs to be more accessible to guests, so either repeat such bars in numerous locations or extend the length of the table.

These are just a few possibilities; We’re sure you have more. That’s the beauty of styled shoots and blogs, they get you thinking and imagining all the wonderful possibilities!

To find out more about this beautiful wedding inspiration and to get more ideas, visit The Chef’s Garden!

{flowers/styling created by Shea Hopely Flowers}

{Ask the Expert} Adel Amor Cosmetics has the answers!

Ask The Expert Question 2:

“I use MAC make-up…..Since its almost summer, what are some good colors as far as lipstick and eye shadows, something light not heavy? So many of us mess up when it come down to this.”

 

MAC is a great line. Before I created Adel Amor Cosmetics, I used a lot of products from MAC and Dior. I based the products in my line off of the products I most loved from other lines.

Check out Adel Amor Cosmetics. All of the products contain ingredients that benefit your skin! www.adelamor.com

To answer your question, look at Adel Amor’s shadow quads especially “Nakeds” and “Influencer” quads for bronzy, natural eyes. All of Adel Amor’s shadow quads can go on dry for a light, natural look, or wet for a more dramatic, metallic look. Finish the shadow off with a winged liner. Adel Amor’s “Chocolate Brown” Gel liner will do the trick! For a more smokey, summer’s night look, try Adel Amor’s “Naturalist” Quad. The darkest shadow in this set can be used on top of the gel liner to give the liner a more smudged look.

As far as lips go, nude is IN this summer. Adel Amor’s best selling lipstick for the season is “True Love”. This bare, nude lipstick can be worn with Adel Amor’s “Clay” liner and finished off with the pink shimmery nude “Seduction” gloss. Some other popular lipsticks at Adel Amor Cosmetics are “Mercy” and “Playful”. Other popular glosses are Mineral gloss “Nude Blush” and Liquid Gloss “Plush” and “Pink Champagne”.

 

The Model Below is wearing “Nakeds” Shadow Quad and “Chocolate Brown” Gel Liner on her eyes and “Playful” lipstick, “Heather” Liner, and “Plush” Gloss.

Photography: Audrey Elizabeth
Make up: Alexandra Nicole
Hair: Chris Farrar

Try out Adel Amor for your summer look! You will NOT be disappointed. Use promo code SAVE10 and get 10% off!

Also, Check out Adel Amor Cosmetics on Facebook for updates, tips and special offers!

Aruna Seth Shoes & the Celebrity Bride who wore them

Actress Sara Rue recently got married and not only was her dress unique and beautiful, but so were her shoes!! Her “something blue” were a beautiful pair of Aruna Seth turquoise blue shoes. They were stunning!  Her bridesmaids wore a dress to match and similiar Aruna Seth shoes in a beautiful ivory satin. The bridesmaids also wore lovely Aruna Seth crystal brooches in their hair too.

 

 

 

So who/what is Aruna Seth you ask? Aruna Seth offers most desirable shoes for ladies of all ages who truly wish to spoil themselves. Her father and brother both run well-established footwear companies and she has a four generation family history firmly in the shoe world!  Aruna has visited shoe factories and gained first-hand knowledge of the curtained process of shoe manufacture since she was a young girl. After college she chose to follow her dream and to start Aruna Seth shoes in 2006. Her multicultural background brings inspirations for her collections from a wide range of all cultures. Aruna travels the globe, visiting the fashion capitals of the world including Paris, Milan, New York and Moscow in search of elegant and inspiring pieces.

To find out more about Aruna Seth shoes, visit arunaseth.com

 

“My desire, as long as I can remember has been to make the most beautiful, luxurious shoes in the world.”

One of a Kind Wedding Bands: Charlotte Memphis

Charlotte Memphis, a unique jewelry store and world all its own, not only offers fine interchangeable jewelry, but also the most unique, custom designed weddings bands! Charlotte is the mastermind creation of a 4th generation, internationally acclaimed, designer and goldsmith Wolf-Peter Schwarz. All of the jewelry at Charlotte gives men, women and couples everywhere the opportunity to express themselves with great personal style!

Charlotte wedding bands and engagement rings are styled from a variety of ergonomic shapes and can be made in gold, palladium and platinum. The bands can be set with diamonds or sapphires and the best part of all . . .  you can have your very own personal message engraved AND in your own handwriting. Not only is having a message from your love on your band a special treasure, but having it in his or her hand writing makes it that much more romantic and one of a kind!

Located in the heart of Memphis’ historic downtown arts district, Charlotte Memphis is amongst great shopping and fine dinning. Become a fan of Charlotte Memphis on Facebook and contact them at memphis@ehinger-schwarz.de for more information on these one of a kind wedding bands!

Charlotte Memphis

526 S Main St. Memphis, TN 38103

901.522.0100

Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10am-6pm

http://www.Charlotte.de

http://www.twitter.com/CharlotteMEM

https://www.facebook.com/charlottememphis

Bridal Jewelry Trend: Rose Gold

Scott Mikolay’s Aragon collection is a perfect fit for the upcoming trend in Rose Gold wedding bands and bridal jewelry. His use of diamonds and Rose Gold makes for a romantic gift or wonderful piece when tying the knot. His pieces have been worn by celebrities such as Whitney Port, Rob Thomas, Lo Bosworth, Jessica Lowndes, Brittany Show and many others.

 

Sensitive to a modern woman’s lifestyle, Scott Mikolay has created streamlined statement jewelry that is easily worn and displayed.  Each piece is striking, powerful, and distinctive.

To view more exquisite pieces by Scott Mikolay, visit scottmikolay.com and check him out on Facebook for photos and updates on his collections and the celebs who wear them!

The Barefoot Bride Boutique

Every bride should be able to wear her dream dress without having to sacrifice style & elegance because of budget, right? Thanks to The Barefoot Bride Boutique, brides now have place where they can find beautiful, designer gowns in an array of styles and at a fraction of the price! They specialize in new, “brides with two”, sample and consignment designer gowns. All gowns are in pristine condition and are offered at up to 80% of retail in a wide variety of sizes and styles.

If you have the “perfect” dress in mind and can’t find it,  let The Barefoot Bride help you search for your gown at significant savings. Also, if you need a Bridesmaid or formal gown for an upcoming event, not to worry . . . . Barefoot Bride Boutique has that as well! Check out their selection of formal, prom and bridesmaid dresses! They even have a special “vintage” section for those with a retro flair!

Shopping with Barefoot will be footloose and fancy free! Bring your camera and have some fun trying on beautiful gowns!

Visit The Barefoot Bride Boutique at barefootbrideboutique.com and on Facebook!

Contact:

917 S. Cooper ~  Memphis, TN  ~ 38106

thebarefootbride@hotmail.com

901-481-6906

Spring Glow

Now that Spring has arrived, most of us are sprucing up our wardrobes. It’s always fun to pull out our Spring clothes and go shopping for the hot Spring trends, but why not spruce up your face for Spring too? Alexandra Nicole of Adel Amor Cosmetics has given us some fabulous tips on how to do just that! It’s not hard to achieve a beautiful, Spring glow if you just follow these 6 simple steps!

1. With a powder brush dust the Mineral SPF 15 Powder all over your face. If you need concealer, I suggest to use the Mineral Illuminating Pen, as it is a very light formula for a luminous, light look.

2. Next with a blush brush, swipe a bright, light Blush Glow on the cheek bones. I recommend Sparkling Rose, Whisper Apricot, or Kiss of Pink for a glowing spring look.

3. Now take the Seychelles Highlighter Sheen and, with the blush brush, highlight just above the cheek bones to create a lifted, contoured look.

4. With the same blush brush, mix the sheen and blush. Dust the mixture onto your eye lids for a quick, natural shadow.

5. Apply mascara and liner as you usually do.

6. Finish off your look with a Mineral Lip Mousse

To find out more great makeup tips from Adel Amor, visit their website: adelamor.com and don’t forget to “like” Adel Cosmetics on Facebook!

{GIVEAWAY} Beautiful Book for Photographers, Brides & Wedding Planners

It’s GIVEAWAY time!! This one is ideal for Photographers, Wedding Planners and of course . . . Brides!  Local Photographer Michael Allen has written a book called Wedding Lifestyle Photography, which is full of information and tips for achieving the ultimate wedding style and getting amazing wedding photos!  It’s not only full of great information, but would also make a great coffee table book or gift for a bride-to-be!

A little about the book & author . . .

To find out more about Michael Allen Photography and more about his fabulous book, visit michaelallenphotography.com

To Enter The GIVEAWAY:

{1} Leave a comment here on the Southern Bride Blog. Tell us if you are bride, photographer, wedding planner, or just in the wedding business or have a love for photography & how this book would help you!

{2} Become a fan of Southern Bride Magazine on Facebook (if you are not already one!)

{3} Last but certainly not least, you MUST become a fan of  Michael Allen Photography on Facebook!

~This contest will end SUNDAY, APRIL 10th , at midnight!~

GOOD LUCK!!!

The Battle House Renaissance Mobile Hotel & Spa

26 North Royal Street

Mobile, AL 36602

251.-338-2000

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Rosemary Beach Weddings

PO Box 611040

Rosemary Beach, FL 32461

877-422-1157

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American Express Vacations Springdale Travel

958 Montlimar Drive

Mobile, AL 36609

251-414-4658

800-874-0550

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Mullins Special Occasions

1021 Meridian Street

Huntsville, AL 35801

256-534-5701

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N’Sight Photography

Huntsville, AL

256-694-9349

www.nsightphoto.com

J. Messer Photography

Birmingham, AL

205.351.4515

www.jessicamesser.com

Make Me Up by Danielle

334.233.2016
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Lillies Flowers for Weddings & Celebrations

1807 Oxmoor Road

Birmingham, AL 35209

205-296-3457
www.lilliesonline.net

Dreams Created by K. Crawford

Tuscaloosa, AL  35405

205-393-0134

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Anita Kanellis Wedding Planning Services

1625 Wingfield Drive

Birmingham, AL 35242

205-492-7428

www.akbrides.com

Westin Huntsville

6800 Governors West, NW Huntsville, AL 35806 256.428.5401 www.westin.com/huntsville

New World Henna

901-508-3360
www.newworldhenna.com

Moonshine Lighting, Inc.

2635 Union Avenue Extended Memphis, TN 38112 901-323-1111 www.moonshinelightinginc.com

JDV Photography

901-603-7387
www.jdv-photography.com

Scrivener Camera Works

901-491-8583/901- 849-7555
www.scrivenercameraworks.com

Studio J Photography

www.thestudioj.com

Todd Studios Photography

www.toddstudiosphotography.com

Mednikow

474 Perkins Extended Memphis, TN 38117 901-767-2100 www.mednikowbride.com

Mrs. Post

3092 Poplar Ave, Suite 10 Memphis, TN 38111 901-338-6117 www.mrspoststationery.com

Todd Studios Stationery

523 South Main Street Memphis, TN 38103 901-606-8578 www.toddstudiosblog.com

The Nail and Skin Bar

247 S. Cooper Memphis, TN 38104 901-276-0621

New World Henna

901-508-3360
www.newworldhenna.com

Ridgeway Country Club

9800 Poplar Ave Memphis, TN 38139 901-853-2247 www.ridgewaycountryclub.com

Sleep Inn

40 North Front Street Memphis, TN 38103 901-522-9700

The Retreat at Spring Creek Ranch

901-853-5651
www.springcreekranch.org

The Peabody Memphis

149 Union Avenue Memphis, TN 38103 901-529-4154 / 800-42-DUCKS www.peabodymemphis.com

Memphis National Golf Club

10135 National Club Drive Collierville, TN 38017 901-853-8058 ext. 12 www.memphisnational.com

Heartwood Hall

2665 Raleigh LaGrange Rd Piperton, TN 38066 901-854-2294 www.heartwoodhall.com

Crown Winery

3638 East Mitchell Street / Hwy East 152 Humboldt, TN 38343 731-784-8100 www.crownwinery.com

Courtyard Marriott

75 Jefferson Avenue Memphis, TN 38103 901-522-2200

Saturday, January 23 – Sandals Resorts Open House

OPEN HOUSE

Travel Leaders

2765 Wolf Creek Pkwy. Ste. 104

Memphis, TN 38133

Admission: FREE

Presentation Times: 11:00am, 1:00pm, 3:00pm

RSVP 901-377-6600

connie@gotravelleaders.com

Special discounts are being offered to attendee’s

Christen Jones Photography

Memphis, TN

901-230-4263

www.christenjones.com

Germantown Baptist Church/Marriage Foundations

9450 Poplar Ave

Germantown, TN 38139

901-969-5803

www.marriagefoundations.net

California’s Wine Country – A Matter Of Taste

By Suzanne Scharff

The idea started with a toast:  “To good friends”…then “to good wine”….then “to tasting in wine country.”   It was a natural progression to the ultimate destination for a group of friends who meet regularly and who just can’t seem to get enough good food and great wine.

For most wine connoisseurs, France will maintain the Wine Country title, however, fortunately for us,  since the mid 19th century,  the Wine Country in Northern California is also known as a premium wine growing region.  France seems alluring enough but with amazing wines essentially in our back yard, we were ready to head to California and discover its liquid gold.

From “toasting” to making “tasting” a reality, it can get a little tricky.  The options and choices can be overwhelming.  There are over 400 wineries north of San Francisco.  Most of those are located in the area’s valleys including Napa, Sonoma, Alexander, Dry Creek, Bennett and Russian River.  Wine Country proper is generally considered the combined counties of Napa, Sonoma and Mendocino. Planning and reservations are essential.  Allow yourself at least a 4 night stay for your entourage to discover the following recommendations and enjoy the unparalleled beauty of California’s wine country.

The Long and Wine-ing Road
What to Pack:  Northern California is extremely casual but equally stylish.  Jeans are ubiquitous and layers are essential.  You could go from 60 to 80 degrees within a short amount of time.

Fly into San Francisco and rent a convertible, corvette, or other stylish and fun mode of transportation to whisk you off to the wine fields. Dollar Car Rental suited our needs beautifully. (www.Dollar.com)

Make the most of your wine budget and check into the Meritage Inn Resort, (www.TheMeritageResort.com)  ideally located at the southern tip of Sonoma and Napa valley about 2 ½ hours from the San Francisco airport. The Meritage Inn proved to be a great blend of large accommodations for our sizeable group as well as providing an intimate atmosphere.  Decorated in a charming Tuscany décor, the hotel is loaded with amenities – a formidable spa, wine caves replete with tastings and seminars, bocce court, restaurants, pool, outdoor fire pit and gracious service. It feels luxurious aesthetically but thankfully not on your pockets.

Romance quotient:  Snuggle up with a glass of wine at the outdoor fire pit overlooking the pool.  Book a couples massage treatment at the gorgeous Spa Terra – get there early to fully enjoy the sexy and soothing relaxation room.

Don’t miss:  Every Thursday and Friday the Meritage Inn welcomes guests with an impressive wine and cheese reception in the lobby. Congregate in the morning over a bountiful breakfast. Broaden your wine knowledge at vino seminars in their extensive wine cave.

Day Trippers
First things first : Days are long in wine country. Tastings start early – 9:30-10:00 and end between 4:00 and 5:00 – chances are you’ll sample a whole lot of wine during the day. Plan ahead and make reservations to leave the driving to a qualified team of expert designated drivers.

Cristal Blue Carriage
www.CristalBlueCarriage.com
Cristal Blue Carriage Limo service, owned by the unbeatable duo of Chris and Bill will start your holiday and entourage out with a champagne toast and pastries at one of the designated wineries or yacht. They’ve covered the majority of wine country and will work with you on a personalized itinerary.  State Route 29 is more often than not overloaded with fellow oenophiles and the knowledgeable two know how to navigate the wineries and routes.  Leave the driving to them while they guide you effortlessly and humorously through fabulous boutique wineries where they are always welcomed like old friends – and are able to extend that same gracious hospitality to you.

Toast to That
You’ll be tempted to gravitate towards the well known famous producers but it’s the boutique wineries that really offer a memorable experience with personalized attention and charming venues.

How does your vineyard grow…
Each winery has a distinct personality and character.  You’ll long savor the taste of the wine by exploring its vineyards and learning their histories from the stewards of each estate.

Cornerstone Place
www.CornerstonePlace.com
Make this your first stop on your itinerary. Providing tasting rooms for Artesa Vineyards & Winery, Larson Family Winery, Roshombo Winery,  Grange Sonoma and Ridgeline and offering mouth-watering California delicacies that get you in to an immediate wine country -California state of mind. Great boutique shopping and the most charming European inspired gardens designed by 20 master gardeners and architects. Truly innovative, Cornerstone Place is the only place in the U.S. to showcase such a creation.

Larson Family Winery
www.LarsonFamilyWinery.com
The exceptional friendly and knowledgeable Larson Family Winery proudly houses a slew of animals and activities to experience while you’re tasting their range of pinot grigio, chardonnay and rose’ in Sonoma. Play Bocce ball, throw the dog a ball, take a bike ride and by all means pay your respects to Dolly, the Llama, who eyes everyone coming and going.

Destino
www.DestinoWines.com
Entrepreneur Chris Calkins likes to share his wine and time on the road – traveling all around the country offering different events featuring his wines.   You can taste in Napa or on the waters of his motor yacht.

Bouchaine
www.Bouchaine.com
Bouchaine is one of the oldest continually operated vineyards in the Carneros region. Off the beaten track, they’re known for their pinot noir’s and chardonnay’s.  A laid-back and inviting vineyard, Bouchaine offers tastings with wooden tables on the back porch under arbors overlooking the vineyards. Hours will pass like minutes at this earthy and approachable establishment.

Signorello
www.SignorelloVineyards.com
This winery boasts a gorgeous panoramic setting overlooking an infinity pool and Napa Valley off the Silverado Trail. A large patio area offers an expanse of wrought iron furniture providing a sophisticated and modern feel.  Special dinners, lunches and culinary classes are available.

Palmaz
www.PalmazVineyards.com
Perhaps the largest and most elaborately designed winery, with a 100,000 sq. ft underground cave and vineyards on dramatic sloping hills. The Palmaz family delights visitors with wine tasting taken to a heightened form with gourmet pairing bites in an ultra sleek contemporary dining area.

Ceja
www.CejaVineyards.com
This Latino winery is family owned and is bursting with flavor. Located in the Carneros region in Napa you can enjoy sampling in their newly opened bar/lounge/art gallery while sipping and hearing entertaining tales from three generations of family stewardship. Look for Pedro for animated storytelling and possibly a bit of salsa dancing.

Saviez
www.SaviezVineyards.com
Located in Calistoga in Sonoma County, Saviez specializes in single varietal wines and provides a tasting room in a country rustic retreat at the original location of the 100 year old estate.  The longest single family owned vineyard, continually growing grapes in the Napa valley, unanimously won “best cabernet” from our entourage.

Ravenswood
www.Ravenswood-Wine.com
“No wimpy wines” is the motto for this winery that produces flavorful Zinfandels in Sonoma County. Also, “no reservations, please” for tasting at this extremely laid back establishment, that offers zealous wine pourers who are highly interactive, educational and unforgettable. Do make reservations to tour the impressive and beautiful grounds.

Chateau St. Jean
www.ChateauStJean.com
Located in Sonoma Valley.  Chateau St. Jean was built as a summer retreat for a wealthy Michigan family in 1920. Today, a historic treasure, it is a magnificent estate with sprawling grounds that invites patrons to picnic around a sizeable fountain and meander manicured gardens.   A gourmet shop also offers meats and cheeses and an array of wines to taste at a long, sleek wooden bar.

Imagery
www.ImageryWinery.com
Broaden your palate and your horizons at Imagery Estate Winery and Art Gallery.  All senses are a go here when you can taste and learn about their classic varietals produced in the biodynamical farming method , as well as take in the sights of equally mind altering art. Enjoy the Petite Syrah’s and white burgundies.  Artists are picked each year to design a label with the only restriction of incorporating the winery’s signature Parthenon.

How do I drink thee…  Let me count the ways…
Enhance your wine tasting and put a little adventure into your wine country experience.

Getaway Adventures
www.GetawayAdventures.com
Getaway Adventures offers biking, hiking, kayaking and van tours.  Randy Johnson, owner, is friendly, fun and loves to share his passion of the land. Trips are specifically tailored to suit your activity level.  Sip and cycle and get a whole new perspective with the breeze in your hair, the sun illuminating the vineyards and the fresh California air.

Balloons Above the Valley
www.BalloonRides.com
Getting up at the crack of dawn may not seem like a vacation but the experience of gliding and drifting over breathtaking panoramic views of the country side waking up to the first glowing rays of sun illuminating the morning dew over the vineyards is a incomparable mix of exhilaration and peacefulness.  A buffet with champagne is served post flight.

Take a Breather
You can easily overindulge when in wine         country. Plan for grapes of wrath and ailment relief with some extra alone time with your partner and take advantage of the natural resources of the area….celebrate your own bottoms up  with the following:

Golden Haven Spa
www.GoldenHavenSpa.com
The magic of the Calistoga hot springs mineral water and rejuvenating spa treatments offer overindulgence relief with detoxifying massages. But the most enticing is the famous Calistoga mud baths. Plan on getting dirty!

Moveable Feasts
With the freshest ingredients at your fingertips – notable chefs have made northern California their source of culinary inspiration.  Savorful dishes to accompany your spirits are offered by these masterful creators .

French Laundry is located in Yountville.  Thomas Keller and his staff have taken this restaurant to celebrity status and is considered by many critics to be one of the best restaurants in North American.   9 course tasting menus provide an evening of gastronomical surprises.  Reservations are a must and can be booked two months in advance on www.Opentable.com.

John Ash & Co at Vintner’s Inn is located in Santa Rosa in Sonoma County.   Executive Chef Tom Schmidt dishes up exceptional concoctions and also offers cooking classes.  One of the first restaurants to use the concept of cooking seasonally with fresh ingredients and continues the tradition picking herbs and produce from their own gardens.   A lounge at the front of the restaurant is a gathering spot for casual and impromptu noshing.  www.VintnersInn.com

The Girl and the Fig is located on Town Square in Sonoma. Lusty as the apple in the Garden of Eden, the ‘girl’ –proprietor Sondra Bernstein and her ubiquitous ‘fig,’ dishes up melt-in-your-mouth earthy concoctions. Bernstein, a self professed Francophile mastered several culinary creations during her frequent visits to Provence and likes to delight patrons with “country dishes with a French passion.”  www.TheGirlAndTheFig.com

Wine Spectator
California Wine Country is bursting with explosive flavors and rich colors.  It’s a land that permeates earthy pleasures and soulful memories.  The richness of the land translates to a land and people that are full of passion, warmth and appreciation for their daily offerings.  The result is contagious.  Your entourage will eat and drink like modern day Bacchus and discover the closest thing to heaven.   Parting will be sweet sorrow until you remember all the wine you’ve ordered to be shipped home.  Until the next gathering with your friends….cheers.

Photography by:

Brian K Crain
Brian K Crain Photography
www.bkcphoto.com

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Dr. Laura – Relationship Prespectives

Q – What is a proper amount of time to be engaged?
A – The proper amount of time to be engaged is whatever     amount of time it takes for the couple to have additional clarity as to whether or not they “are a match.”  Being “in love” and having had a number of years together is great, but not sufficient to determine the potential quality of a marital relationship.  It is often during the engagement period that people truly find out each other’s character and personality, since this is generally the “let it all out” time as people relax.  Also, it is important to note how each deals with stress (drugs, alcohol, fights, depression, fights, generosity, helpfulness, etc.).  Don’t forget…it is a far, far better thing you do to cancel a wedding than ignore realities for years and then divorce with children.  So, if I had to give you a “guess-timate”, 1 year minimum should be sufficient amount of time to be engaged.

Q – What do you do if you don’t get along with your mother-in-law to-be and what is the best way to tell your significant other?
A -You do not tell your spouse that you don’t like the woman who gave birth to him/her and raised them to be the person you’ve chosen to marry.  The Commandment of honoring “Thy Father and Mother” includes in-laws.  They are not your equals and are to be given the respect they’ve earned.  So, don’t argue with them.  If you don’t agree with something they’ve said just let it go into the wind.  Do not torture your spouse with your anger or hurt with their parent.  It hurts them and the marriage.  If an in-law is clearly dangerous or destructive, they should be avoided.

Q – If a woman is ready for her guy to commit to marriage, what is the best way to hint at engagement without scaring him off?
A -No woman should be begging a man to marry her; no woman should demean herself by demanding or manipulating a man into getting engaged to her.  I mean, really, why should any woman want a man who doesn’t worship the ground she walks on?  One problem is that with shacking up and out-of-wedlock sex, many guys feel less inclined to marry and take on responsibilities.  If after two years of “serious dating” a man has not asked for marriage, tell him that you have no intention of dating for chuckles, and that you want to settle down.  If that is not his intention, you’re on your way.

Q – Do you think it is wise to get married while still in college?
A - It is not wise to get married at a time when you are in college as your financial obligations and time constraints do not lend themselves to quality family time.  Men should not even date until they have the ability to take care of a family.

Q -How do you agree and stay out of arguments with your fiancé when it comes to planning a wedding?
A - My notion of the “perfect” marriage is when both people are consumed by a drive to make the other’s life worth living; fighting to get your way is not included.  If your fiancé wishes something at the wedding, and you’re unwilling to bend and give it to ‘em, you’re not being a very good almost spouse.  It doesn’t matter if all the colors match.  It matters only that you take care of each other.  There should never be an argument about wedding stuff.

Q -You love your fiancé, but what do you do if he has an annoying habit that you absolutely cannot stand?
A - Imagine being married to him for fifty years — fifty lovely years with wonderful memories.  And then he dies.  Are you going to think about that annoying habit with anger, or will you miss it?  Because it means he’s no longer with you.  Major character issues and a consistent pattern of socially unacceptable, thoughtless, unkind, mean behaviors should result in a broken engagement.  Little quirks, no matter how annoying, should be accepted as a small part of a lovely package deal.  Besides, have you noticed your behavior for three to four days each month?

Q -How long should couples wait to have kids after getting married?
A - Couples should wait until they have the mindset and finances to have mom be a stay-at-home mom.

Dr. Laura Schlessinger is the #1 female radio talk show host and the third most listened to talk show host across the country.  As one of the most popular talk show hosts in radio history, Dr. Laura Schlessinger offers no-nonsense advice infused with a strong sense of ethics, accountability, and personal responsibility; she’s been doing it successfully for more than 30 years, reaching approximately 8.25 million listeners weekly.  Her internationally syndicated radio program is also heard on XM Satellite Radio, CelleCast, and is streamed on the Internet and podcast via StreamLink. She’s a bestselling author of eleven adult books and four children’s books, which range from the provocative (New York Times chart topper “The Proper Care and Feeding of Husbands”) to the poignant (children’s book title “Why Do You Love Me?”).  Her support of children and family values is legendary, and she is, indeed, “her kid’s mom.” She writes a monthly column for NewsMax, a twice-weekly column for The Santa Barbara News-Press, and a daily blog www.DrLauraBlog.com.

Dave Ramsey – Weddings on a Budget

So, you’re engaged. Congratulations! Now you get to pick a caterer and find your perfect dress. But you also have to figure out how to pay for it.

You may be asking yourself if it’s worth it to put such a big day on credit cards. You want it to be perfect, right?

Don’t do it! PAY CASH! Financial pressures are the number one cause of divorce in America today, and the number one thing we fight about.

The Consumer Reports Money Book states that the typical household has $38,000 in debt and that total consumer debt has almost tripled just since 1980. A recent survey conducted by Consolidated Credit Counseling Services found that 71 percent of Americans say debts are making their home lives unhappy. The beginning of your marriage should be exciting and joyful, why ruin that with unnecessary debt?

The most important thing is to figure out what you can pay for with cash and do a written budget. I am amazed how creative and resourceful a bride and her mom can be when they set a Cash Budget for a wedding.

Under no circumstances should you go into debt for this wedding. A $1,000 wedding paid for in cash will be a lot more enjoyable than a $10,000 wedding you’re stuck paying for in the years to come. The debt will cause a strain on your marriage that will overshadow your wonderful day.

It’s a proven fact that people who use plastic buy more than people who use cash. Don’t start your years together with debt from a wedding looming over you.

Instead of borrowing for your wedding, pay cash by using a sinking approach. If you want to spend $15,000 on your wedding and you have one year to save, you should put $1,250 into a cookie jar every month. Figure out how much you would like to spend and see if the amount can fit into your monthly budget. If not, you may need to downsize.

When you pay with cash rather than credit, you can almost always negotiate with vendors to get a discount, so you can get more bang for your buck. People get silly when they see cash–not a check or bank note–cash. There is something highly emotional about flashing cash when making a purchase. People react to the surety and the instancy of cash.

There are three keys to opening the door to huge bargains:
Learn to negotiate everything – even for your wedding! Everything you buy is negotiable at some time or place and win-win deals really work, so don’t be afraid to ask for the deal.
Have patience. Don’t let yourself get married to a purchase before the big day! Shop around to see if you can find something equally great at a cheaper price.
Know where to find deals. Treat deals like buried treasure. Hunt far and wide at estate sales, pawn shops and classifieds looking for that really good deal.

Remember that you may not be able to have it all. Focus on saving for your wedding now and put off buying a house for a while.

This can be hard for a society that is so focused on instant gratification that we microwave everything. As Brian Tracy, a well-known motivational speaker, says, “We are being taught by everything around us to have dessert before dinner.” We must have it, and we must have it now!

What happens in America when we get married is that everyone starts gathering around and whispering in our ear that we’re idiots for renting. But I think a lot of couples in their first year of marriage make some stupid purchases in real estate because of peer pressure.

Young marriage needs all the protection it can get as you really lock in and get to know each other and just love on one another that first year.  There’s no need to add a bunch of financial stress with a mortgage. It’ll be a big enough struggle living in a little inexpensive apartment just spending T-I-M-E with each other for the next year.

Everything changes once the ring goes on the finger. And it really does take about a year to find out, for example how close to your mother-in-law you want to live.
So, for now, forget about the house and focus on staying on a budget to make your big day as perfect as possible.

Dave Ramsey is a personal money management expert, an extremely popular national radio personality and best-selling author of The Total Money Makeover. In his latest book, a follow-up of his enormously successful New York Times best-sellers Financial Peace and More Than Enough, Ramsey exemplifies his life’s work of teaching others how to be financially responsible, so they can acquire enough wealth to take care of loved ones, live prosperously into old age, and give generously to others.

Ramsey is the creator of Financial Peace University (FPU), a thirteen-week program that helps people dump their debt, get control of their money, and learn new behaviors around money that are founded on commitment and accountability. More than 500,000 families have attended FPU classes at their workplace, church, military base, local nonprofit organization, community group or Spanish speaking organization. The average family pays off $5,300 in debt and saves $2,700 in the first 91 days after beginning FPU and is completely out of debt, except for the mortgage, in 18 to 24 months.

On Oct. 15, 2007, Ramsey added television host to title when “The Dave Ramsey Show on Fox Business Network” debuted nationally. For more information visit www.DaveRamsey.com.

Sharon Naylor – What Is Expected of a Groom

Today’s groom gets to participate far more in the wedding plans than just picking a tux and showing up on time to get hitched. That’s the model of yesteryear, when weddings were the domain of the bride and her mother. The groom was lucky to have any say in the big day back then.

But oh, how things have changed! More than 90% of today’s grooms say they’re not only willing to participate in the wedding plans, they’re excited to co-plan everything from the cocktail party fare to the cake to the classic car getaway ride. Why stop at just choosing a tux when there’s so much else the groom wants to work on?

Here are the top 20 tasks that are expected of today’s groom:

Foundation Decisions
Determine the wedding style: Will it be an indoor or outdoor wedding? Formal or informal? Hometown or in Hawaii? The style and formality determine all details, so the groom chimes in on the style he wants.

Establish the budget: The groom and bride discuss where the money will come from, if parents will chip in, if they can take on the entire plan themselves, which credit cards will be used, creating an organized spending plan.
Determine the locations and date: Chat with site officiants and managers to coordinate the best pairing of open time slots, the best season for the wedding, the perfect timing and locations for both the ceremony and reception.
Select his bridal party members: Name his inner circle of best man/men, groomsmen, junior groomsmen and ring bearers.
Create the guest list: Hand over that initial list of friends, family, colleagues and neighbors, assess his parents’ prospective guest list, and then work with the bride to pare down all those names to a more manageable final guest list tally.
Register for gifts: Whether in-store or online, join the bride in ‘clicking on’ his choice of shared household items, appliances, honeymoon elements, charitable causes, in today’s average of two to three different gift registries.
Create a personal wedding website: Share location and registry information with guests by designing an attractive and detail-filled personal wedding website.

Planning Details
Participate in dreaming up ceremony details: Write wedding vows, choose readings, music, unity candle rituals and other symbolic parts of the ceremony to reflect the couple’s beliefs and values.
Participate in creating reception details: Brainstorm details on everything from the cocktail party menu to the design and fillings of the wedding cake, whether to hire a DJ or band, choosing bar menu items, and picking wedding favors.
Find, interview and hire vendors: The best vendors make the best weddings, so invest time in locating professionals through friends’ referrals, interview them, and spell out the terms of the working relationship.
Partner in controlling the plans: Join with the bride to keep parents’ requests under control, play mediator, decide on budget cuts, confront difficult vendors and handle the day-to-day challenges of such a vast undertaking.
Choose wedding-day wardrobe and get men’s clothing ordered: Select a tux or suit ensemble, and share the details, get size cards and payments from the men, and coordinate tux rental pickups and drop-offs.
Research and book hotel room: reserve block for guests to get the best possible discount.
Partner on planning the honeymoon: Explore potential dream honeymoon sites, investigate price packages and travel fees, and book not just the getaway but special events during the honeymoon, such as champagne cruises and swims with dolphins for an unforgettable, indulgent vacation.
Choose playlist and first-dance songs: Grooms love to choose the song playlist for the reception, including partnering with the bride on selecting their first-dance song, the mother-son dance and other special song requests, since the entertainment is a very big priority for most grooms.
Attend dance lessons or practice first dance: That first dance is a big moment at the reception.
Attend pre-wedding parties: Many showers are now co-ed affairs and lots of fun.

Additional Tasks
Provide emotional support and romance for the bride: The entire wedding planning season is an intense experience, and the bride will definitely require an emotional boost, support, laughter, and romance from her true love. Pay special attention to her well-being, state of mind, and enjoyment levels, often stepping in to solve problems, and treating the bride to gifts of flowers or dinners out to reconnect as a couple, not just party-planners.
Join the bride in writing thank-you notes: It may not be the most fun possible, but it has to be done. And writing thank-you’s is a great way to revisit the joys of the wedding day and experience gratitude for guests’ generosity. Another post-wedding To-Do: join the bride in selecting wedding photo proofs, design the wedding album, and have portraits framed.
Bring their skill sets to the table: If a groom excels at graphic design, he may lead the task of creating invitations, programs and other print items. If he’s a foodie, he may bring his refined palate to talks with the caterer to create an excellent menu spread. If he’s a whiz with technology, he could create songlist MP3s for the DJ, band or iPod play factors.
While most grooms will say, “It’s her day,” referring to the bride’s wedding dreams, there’s still a big element of infusing their own personalities, wishes and tastes into every element of the wedding day. And best of all, they often make it far more fun for the bride thoughout the planning process.

Sharon Naylor is the author of 35 wedding books, including The Bride’s Diplomacy Guide and 1000 Best Wedding Bargains, among others. She is the co-host of ‘Here Come the Moms’ at Wedding Podcast Network, and a frequent television guest expert recently appearing on Good Morning America, Get Married with David Tutera, The Morning Show With Mike & Juliet,  Better.tv, Inside Edition, ABC News and other shows. She is happy to answer your wedding questions through her site at www.SharonNaylor.net.

Tahiti and Her Islands – The Ultimate Romantic Getaway

By Lindsay Wolfe

Look no further for the ultimate  romantic getaway in true paradise, say “Ia ora na” (hello) to the islands of French Polynesia.  Comprised of 118 different islands and spanning over two million square miles of the South Pacific Ocean, French Polynesia is separated into five archipelagos (chain or cluster of islands).  The most visited of these island chains are the Society Islands which are geographically divided into two groups; the Windward Islands and the Leeward Islands. From the magnificent lagoons to the lush volcanic peaks, the Society Islands are often referred to as some of the most romantic and beautiful places on earth.

TAHITI
Tahiti is the largest of the Society Islands and also serves as the gateway to French Polynesia. Papeete, the capital of Tahiti, is a modern day busy city harboring many businesses and shops. Here you will find large hotels, restaurants, night clubs and shopping centers galore. A must-see while in Papeete is the La Marche (town center marketplace) that features local handcrafts, fresh fish, tropical fruits and vegetables all sold by local vendors. There is much more to Tahiti than the city of Papeete. If you are looking for lush valleys, scenic volcanic mountain tops and historical places they can all be found on this island. Some points of interest you may want to consider are the Botanical Museum, the Paul Gaugin Museum, Tomb of King Pomare V and the Marea Arahurahu. Helicopter rides, circle island tours and walking tours are some of the best ways to experience the diverse scenery of Tahiti.

MOOREA
Just a 30 minute ride from Tahiti on the Aremiti 5 (www.aremiti.pf/anglais), a high speed catamaran, is the beautiful island of Moorea. Here you will find white sand beaches and jagged mountain peaks surrounded by a deep blue lagoon with bays that are among the world’s most photographed bodies of water. The hotels and resorts in Moorea are more spread out than those in Tahiti but are still easily accessible by bus, taxi or rental car. If you are looking for private romantic accommodations that will not break the bank, opt for the Deluxe Garden Bungalows at the Moorea Pearl Beach Resort and Spa (www.pearlresorts.com).  Complete with their own private swimming pool secluded by tropical gardens, these bungalows are adorned with fine Polynesian furnishings and include upgraded amenities.

The best way to experience Moorea’s treasures is by taking a guided jeep tour. Driving through the mountainous interior you will see breathtaking sights and learn about the islands agriculture. Make sure to bring your camera so you can capture the beautiful views over Cook’s Bay, Opunohu Bay and from Belvedere Lookout. Along the way you will sample some of the finest tropical fruits, visit a vanilla plantation, and maybe even catch a glimpse of a blue-eyed eel. Most resorts can book the tour for you but keep in mind that parts of the jeep tour are truly off road so make sure to wear good walking shoes.

For the ultimate cultural and dinning experience in Moorea, venture away from your lavish resort and visit the Tiki Village Theatre  (www.tikivillage.pf) for a dinner show. As you enter the village, you will walk among the old-style fares (houses) to view demonstrations of jewelry making, traditional tattooing, stone and wood carvings, and other crafts. If you see something you like, buy it because the items are authentic and priced well below other stores on the island. Before viewing the most spectacular dance show preformed by more than 60 artists in elaborate yet traditional costumes, you will see the unveiling of a traditional Tahitian earth oven that has been cooking your feast throughout the day. All the Polynesian and Western dishes served are unique and inviting but make sure to try the fafa (chicken and taro leaves served in coconut milk), a local favorite. After the meal, you will witness a 1 ½ hour high energy, action packed show with dancers and fire twirlers performing to live Polynesian music. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn about Tahitian culture and enjoy local fare!

BORA BORA
A trip to Tahiti isn’t complete without seeing the legendary lagoons of Bora Bora. Only a short flight from Tahiti or Moorea, the airport for Bora Bora is located on a “motu” or islet so you will be escorted to your resort by boat. Since Bora Bora lies in one of the most beautiful lagoons in the world, the over-water bungalow experience is essential on this island and worth the extra expense.  For romantic tranquility and absolute luxury, try the over-water bungalows at the Bora Bora Pearl Beach Resort & Spa (www.pearlresorts.com). These bungalows are the ultimate way to experience the beauty of Bora Bora. Each bungalow has a secluded sunbathing porch with spectacular views of the lush volcanic peak, a glass bottom coffee table so you can see an array of multicolor fish pass right by your own coral reef under your room, and a private staircase that allows you to submerge in the translucent waters of the lagoon whenever you choose. If you are too relaxed in your bungalow to go to one of the resorts fine restaurants, order room service which will be delivered to you by an outrigger canoe.

French Polynesia is known for its deluxe spas that use natural products such as coconut oil and flowers. The Manea Spa (www.maneaspa.com), conveniently located at the Bora Bora Pearl Beach Resort and Spa, is one of the most well known on all the islands. Built from exotic timber and situated on stilts above a lake surrounded by a tropical garden, the spa combines traditional Polynesian design and state of the art equipment, creating the perfect tranquil environment for body and mind. The spa menu includes body treatments, massages, facial treatments and so much more. For the best spa experience, book the Te Vai Roa, and you will be pampered like a king and queen in the privacy of a lavish suite while you endure your royal footbath, body mask, massage and floral bath.

Bora Bora offers a large range of activities for both the land or water lover. The underwater world of Bora Bora presents marine life in pristine turquoise waters that is a diver’s heaven. If you are not certified, opt for the aqua helmet dive which allows you to roam effortlessly along the bottom of the lagoon. As you encounter multitudes of colorful fish and other lively marine life, you are given oxygen within the helmet making this a great activity for anyone who can breathe comfortably on their own.  For an extreme experience like no other, try the ray and shark feeding guided by the island’s own famous “shark boy.”  During this thrilling encounter, you will  be swarmed by stingrays as you submerge into their natural environment and then see a shark feeding frenzy only a shocking ten feet in front of you. Some of the other activities you can enjoy on Bora Bora include hiking, horseback riding, lagoon rides, motu picnics, helicopter rides and parasailing.

OTHER ISLANDS
Tahiti, Moorea, and Bora Bora are not the only destinations to visit in the Society Islands. With only a handful of hotels and located only a short plane ride from Tahiti, Huahine is a great destination to experience untouched old-Polynesian charm. The ancient culture of the island can be seen through the restored temples and the old stone fish traps preserved by the proud natives of Huahine. Nicknamed the “Garden of Eden,” Huahine is an agricultural rich island with groves of papya, breadfruit, mango and has vast plantations of vanilla and coffee. If you are a surfer, the world-class waves in Huahine are sure to please.  If you prefer sailing, then make sure to visit the island of Raiatea which is the sailing capital of French Polynesia. Due to the deep lagoon and lack of beach, Raiatea provides optimal sailing conditions for luxury yachts and charter boats. For a more secluded experience, try the island of Taha’a .  Located only two miles north of Raiatea, Taha’a  boasts one of French Polynesia’s top resorts, Le Taha’a Island Resort and Spa (www.LeTahaa.com).

INTER-ISLAND TRAVEL
In order to truly experience the beauty and diverse landscape of French Polynesia, you should travel to more than just the queen island of Tahiti, and getting around the islands is easier than you might think.  If you would like to travel by boat, ferries and charters are available between most of the islands and run year-round schedules. For a quicker trip, Air Tahiti Nui (www.airtahitinui.com) has daily flights between most of the islands and discounted passes are available if you plan to visit multiple places. Always reconfirm your inter-island flights and pay close attention to the baggage limits to make sure your trip runs smoothly. Lockers and storerooms are available at the airport if you are over the weight limit.

CRUISING THE ISLANDS
If you want to island hop but don’t like making your own arrangements, there are several cruise lines with ports of call in French Polynesia. For a more intimate experience, you can now experience the Society Islands in eight days aboard the Star Flyer. Owned and operated by Star Clippers (www.starclippers.com), this grand 170 passenger vessel combines the amenities of a luxurious cruise ship with the adventure and romance of sailing. This true clipper ship sets sail in the evenings as guests dine on a five-course dinner, and casts anchor each day at a different island for excursions, tours, and water sports. The Star Flyer is a unique way to experience Tahiti and her islands and allows you to gain some nautical knowledge along the way.

CLIMATE AND CULTURE
The tropical temperatures and mild humidity of Tahiti make the climate near perfect year-round.  Although there is no bad time to visit, the dry season is considered the most pleasant time to book a trip. Spanning from May through October, the temperatures are approximately 82 degrees during the day and a delightful 68 degrees at night. November through April is the wet season, and during these months sudden rain showers may interrupt the sunshine but they don’t last long. If you don’t mind a little rain, the wet season may be the time of year for you because the days are warmer reaching highs of 86 degrees and lows of 72 degrees. The months of July and August are the busiest time of  the year for tourism. The largest cultural festival in all of Tahiti, Heiva, takes place in July. During this month-long celebration, airline and hotel reservations are difficult and expensive.

GETTING THERE
Due to the remote location of Tahiti and her islands, most travelers arrive by plane.  When booking your reservations research French Polynesia’s award winning airline, Air Tahiti Nui (www.airtahitinui.com), because they provide more non-stop flights than any other carrier. Although the flight is eight hours from Los Angeles or twelve hours from New York, aboard Air Tahiti Nui’s new airbus fleet you can expect gourmet meals, a private movie screen and the most helpful staff in the skies to keep you comfortable during your long flight.

Most international flights to Tahiti leave from the US in the evening so you arrive at Tahiti-faa’a (PPT), the islands only international airport, in the early hours of the morning. Upon arrival, you will be greeted by Tahitian musicians and given a Tiare flower (Tahitian gardenia) to place behind your ear signifying you have arrived in paradise. Transportation to your next destination is easily arranged at the airport but don’t forget you will need official local currency, French Pacific franc (CFP), to pay your driver. ATMs are an easy way to get currency and they operate in both French and English. Tipping is not customary or expected in the Polynesian culture. However, feel free to tip if you feel that you have received outstanding service.

Regardless of which islands you visit, French Polynesia will truly redefine your meaning of paradise. You can choose to island hop by land or by sea but either way, the unsurpassed beauty and rich culture Tahiti and her islands await you. Visit  www.tahiti-tourism.com to start planning your ultimate romantic getaway today.

Sources:

Tahiti Planning Information and Booking
www.Tahiti-Tourisme.com

Pearl Beach Resort and Spa
(Moorea and Bora Bora)
www.PearlResorts.com

Spa at Pearl Beach Resorts
www.ManeaSpa.com

Inter-Island Travel
www.AirTahiti.com

Tiki Village Dinner Theatre
www.TikiVillage.pf

Photos provided by Tahiti Tourism
www.Tahiti-Tourisme.com

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