I'm here to show you that there are alternatives. Woomi New York is one of those alternatives. Super stylish pillow and affordable at the same time. Enjoy!
All photos are from Woomi.
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Providing wedding inspiration and local vendor recommendation
Friday, September 3, 2010
Perfect Pillows
There are a few wedding items that sometimes get picked up at the last minute because we're focused on other things. Ring Bearer pillows are usually one of those items. This ends with a regretable trip to Hobby Lobby or Walmart for a very generic (in my opinon ugly), yet sometimes pricy pillow purchase.
All photos are from Woomi.
All photos are from Woomi.
Thursday, September 2, 2010
Ban.do for the Bride
Hair accessories have been a huge hit this past year and are still staying on trend come 2011. The hard part sometimes is finding the right hair accessory. We all know there are so many bad ones out there, but that is not the case when it comes to ban.do. Their pieces are gorgeous, trendy yet timeless, and did I mention gorgeous?! You may look at the price and think, "nope, way too pricy for me". But I want you to think about something before you write them off. When you are in a bridal shop picking out your tiara....how much do those cost. The SAME price! And trust me, you'll be getting a lot more glam for your money with ban.do. I've posted a few pics that they make specifically for brides. Enjoy!
No. 60
$95
No. 92
custom
No. 12
$130
No. 110
$165
All Photos are from shopban.do.com
No. 60
$95
No. 92
custom
No. 12
$130
No. 110
$165
All Photos are from shopban.do.com
Monday, August 30, 2010
Little White Book Update
Well.....as Little White Book's creator, I have some GREAT news and some not-so great news. :)
First of all, my husband and I are expecting our first child in early February 2011. We are very excited to finally add to our family and start on this new adventure of parenthood.
BUT, with that great news came four months of hellish morning sickness and other complications during the pregnancy. This of course explains the sudden lack of blog posts, etc. Thankfully, I think the worst has passed, and I have begun to really start enjoying this exciting new time for me and my husband. During these past months I have not had the chance to put into Little White Book, which was projected for this year (also because I still have had have clients to take care of during this time as well). This of course was a very unexpected turn of events. Technically, I could probably still get it off in early October without a hitch, but I want to be able to put 110% into and for the vendors to get the most out of it, and I don't want to just "get it done". So with that being said, the plan is to now postpone Little White Book until sometime spring 2011. This way our new baby will be here and all pregnancy symtoms will have passed 100%. :) ahhh I cannot wait!
So, I am looking at possibly having Little White Book being held sometime in April or May. I will continue to update you all, and of course work on it, as much as the baby lets me. :)
Thank you for your patients during this time and I am still very excited for Little White Book, and cannot wait for the spring!
Grace
First of all, my husband and I are expecting our first child in early February 2011. We are very excited to finally add to our family and start on this new adventure of parenthood.
BUT, with that great news came four months of hellish morning sickness and other complications during the pregnancy. This of course explains the sudden lack of blog posts, etc. Thankfully, I think the worst has passed, and I have begun to really start enjoying this exciting new time for me and my husband. During these past months I have not had the chance to put into Little White Book, which was projected for this year (also because I still have had have clients to take care of during this time as well). This of course was a very unexpected turn of events. Technically, I could probably still get it off in early October without a hitch, but I want to be able to put 110% into and for the vendors to get the most out of it, and I don't want to just "get it done". So with that being said, the plan is to now postpone Little White Book until sometime spring 2011. This way our new baby will be here and all pregnancy symtoms will have passed 100%. :) ahhh I cannot wait!
So, I am looking at possibly having Little White Book being held sometime in April or May. I will continue to update you all, and of course work on it, as much as the baby lets me. :)
Thank you for your patients during this time and I am still very excited for Little White Book, and cannot wait for the spring!
Grace
Monday, May 24, 2010
Invitation Inspiration: Envelopments
I am working with Envelopments for the first time with a bride for her September wedding. They are not only made with thick, gorgeous, quality paper, when assembled they create a unique invitation that can be customized in any way you can imagine. To top it all off...they are affordable!
You can go to the Envelopments website to find a dealer near you.
You can go to the Envelopments website to find a dealer near you.
Icing Inspiration
Here are a few gorgeous cakes courtesy of Martha Stewart Weddings
Take a look, get inspired and Enjoy!
Take a look, get inspired and Enjoy!
Friday, April 30, 2010
Spring Bridal Fashion 2011: Inspirational Designers
Here are a few other favorite designers who push the envelope and make the normal wedding dress an amazing art form, that which including Vera and Reem who were featured in posts prior.
This post features all different shapes and designs from flowing A-frames to minis that could be for a reception dress or for a contemporary ceremony.
The first two are Monique Lhullier, followed by two from Jenny Packham, then Marchesa, and ending with Melissa Sweet. All photos are from Brides.com
This post features all different shapes and designs from flowing A-frames to minis that could be for a reception dress or for a contemporary ceremony.
The first two are Monique Lhullier, followed by two from Jenny Packham, then Marchesa, and ending with Melissa Sweet. All photos are from Brides.com
Spring Bridal Fashion 2011: Reem Acra
Here are dresses from Reem Acra, if not tied with Vera, then my second favorite. Always feminine, always beautiful. It is impossible to find a Reem Acra you can't fall in love with. All photos are from Brides.com
Spring Bridal Fashion 2011: Vera Wang
Vera Wang who is personally one of my favorite designers for both her Brides designs and her maids, stunned the 2011 Spring Bridal Show with the most romantic dresses of the week.
Wang who is iconic for designing mermaid dresses, took a risk and switched it up this year, and it seems to be paying off. She was the most talked about designer of the week.
Browse these few dresses I pulled from her line and be inspired!
All photos are from Brides.com
All photos are from Brides.com
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
INTRODUCING...Little White Book
Q: What is Little White Book?
A: Little White Book is a BRIDAL SHOW. But not your mother's bridal show. This show is VERY different. We like to say "We provide everything but the groom".
Q: What does Little White Book do to make their show different?
A: If you have been to a bridal show you know you walk around for hours, sheepishly meeting vendors and trying to find the best products, service, pricing out there. And at the very least finding one who serves in your area. Little White Book has you come to one location, sit down, sip champane, and LISTEN to Whalen Creative Group's prefered vendors (the best of the area) talk about how they can help you with your wedding. Each vendor (i.e. caterer, florist, photographer, etc.) will be able to give their best presentation without having to repeat themselves. They'll have handouts, powerpoints, food tastings and samples. They want to wine and dine you to show you what they are capable of. Because of the smaller setting you get a lot more attention.
Q: What if I want to learn about all the area vendors that are not speaking?
A: At the show you will receive in your swag bag a "little white book". This is a weddding directory that lists all companys that have anything to do with weddings. Whalen Creative Group put this together to make the search easier. This book is only found at a Little White Book show. The purpose of the speakers to help you start a relationship with your vendor and feel connected.
Q: If the vendors are Whalen Creative Group's prefered vendors, are they all really expensive?
A: Not at all, they are all very competitive. And because they are prefered vendors that means you can count on them. A better service of someone you can count on showing up and doing their best is worth it.
Q: Who started Little White Book?
A: Whalen Creative Group, a Wedding Planning company located in Warsaw, Indiana. The owner Grace Whalen has a passion for weddings and even more so a passion to make a brides wedding process stress free and enjoyable. Grace does everything from Reheasal, Ceremony, and Reception decor/design to full coordination the day of the wedding.
Q: Is anyone else involved with Little White Book?
A: The BoatHouse Resturant in Winona Lake, Indiana. They are an integral part of Little White Book, because they will be hosting each event in their newly renovated banquet room. This gorgeous room is used for rehearsal dinners, bridal showers, engagement parties, and smaller weddings. Hosting the event their gives brides a hands on view of what the BoatHouse has to offer to their event.
Q: What is your purpose?
A: To give Northern Indiana brides the best of the best vendors handed to them on a silver platter.
Q: When is Little White Book?
A: We are hoping to have the first show early fall so be looking for it!
Q: How often will Little White Book happen?
A: We're going to start small, maybe quartly. We are hoping to eventually do it monthly.
Q: I have most of my vendors, why should I come?
A: Even if you have chosen most of your vendors it will be a great time filled with a lot of inspiration to keep you excited about your special day. Plus, Grace will be giving some priceless planning tips that could help your day flow with ease.
Q: How much will it cost as a bride to attend Little White Book.
A: We don't have an exact amount right now, but definitely not more than $4. Being able to see and talk to between 6 to 10 preferred vendors is worth it.
Q: Who can attend
A: Anyone! Bring your bridesmaids, mom, mother-in-law to be, grandmother. Bring the people who love you and who are just as excited about your day as you are. Little White Book will have laughter, excitement, giveaways, inspiration, and much needed information and tips. The more, the merrier!
We hope to see you in the fall!
- The Little White Book team
A: Little White Book is a BRIDAL SHOW. But not your mother's bridal show. This show is VERY different. We like to say "We provide everything but the groom".
Q: What does Little White Book do to make their show different?
A: If you have been to a bridal show you know you walk around for hours, sheepishly meeting vendors and trying to find the best products, service, pricing out there. And at the very least finding one who serves in your area. Little White Book has you come to one location, sit down, sip champane, and LISTEN to Whalen Creative Group's prefered vendors (the best of the area) talk about how they can help you with your wedding. Each vendor (i.e. caterer, florist, photographer, etc.) will be able to give their best presentation without having to repeat themselves. They'll have handouts, powerpoints, food tastings and samples. They want to wine and dine you to show you what they are capable of. Because of the smaller setting you get a lot more attention.
Q: What if I want to learn about all the area vendors that are not speaking?
A: At the show you will receive in your swag bag a "little white book". This is a weddding directory that lists all companys that have anything to do with weddings. Whalen Creative Group put this together to make the search easier. This book is only found at a Little White Book show. The purpose of the speakers to help you start a relationship with your vendor and feel connected.
Q: If the vendors are Whalen Creative Group's prefered vendors, are they all really expensive?
A: Not at all, they are all very competitive. And because they are prefered vendors that means you can count on them. A better service of someone you can count on showing up and doing their best is worth it.
Q: Who started Little White Book?
A: Whalen Creative Group, a Wedding Planning company located in Warsaw, Indiana. The owner Grace Whalen has a passion for weddings and even more so a passion to make a brides wedding process stress free and enjoyable. Grace does everything from Reheasal, Ceremony, and Reception decor/design to full coordination the day of the wedding.
Q: Is anyone else involved with Little White Book?
A: The BoatHouse Resturant in Winona Lake, Indiana. They are an integral part of Little White Book, because they will be hosting each event in their newly renovated banquet room. This gorgeous room is used for rehearsal dinners, bridal showers, engagement parties, and smaller weddings. Hosting the event their gives brides a hands on view of what the BoatHouse has to offer to their event.
Q: What is your purpose?
A: To give Northern Indiana brides the best of the best vendors handed to them on a silver platter.
Q: When is Little White Book?
A: We are hoping to have the first show early fall so be looking for it!
Q: How often will Little White Book happen?
A: We're going to start small, maybe quartly. We are hoping to eventually do it monthly.
Q: I have most of my vendors, why should I come?
A: Even if you have chosen most of your vendors it will be a great time filled with a lot of inspiration to keep you excited about your special day. Plus, Grace will be giving some priceless planning tips that could help your day flow with ease.
Q: How much will it cost as a bride to attend Little White Book.
A: We don't have an exact amount right now, but definitely not more than $4. Being able to see and talk to between 6 to 10 preferred vendors is worth it.
Q: Who can attend
A: Anyone! Bring your bridesmaids, mom, mother-in-law to be, grandmother. Bring the people who love you and who are just as excited about your day as you are. Little White Book will have laughter, excitement, giveaways, inspiration, and much needed information and tips. The more, the merrier!
We hope to see you in the fall!
- The Little White Book team
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