Thursday, December 24, 2009

A Blessed Christmas + New Year!

May your heart be filled with peace,
home with love,
and celebration with joy!

May this Christmas bring
you closer to God, Our Lord and Savior
and the New Year hold
more blessings than you can even imagine!

Thanks be to God for His indescribable gift!
2 Corinthians 9:15

Thursday, December 10, 2009

relationships : "insurance proofing" your marriage

The joys and excitement of planning your fabulous wedding day may set precedence on your to do list these days… However, have you thought past the wedding day and thought deeply about what your marriage will be like?

Marriage is a serious matter and shouldn't be entered into lightly. Are you thinking seriously about your relationship, investing time into it, willingly going to pre-marital counseling, making all possible efforts and attempts to ensure your marriage will be healthy and for the rest of your life? Are you “insurance proofing” your pending marriage?

If you have not thought about these matters, please take a few minutes to take this Relationship Health Profile Survey we recently came across (courtesy of Dr. Phil) and How Well Do You Know Your Partner Quiz (courtesy of Dr. Gottman of the Gottman Institute). Please note these are no "sound proof" surveys, nor does it serve as a substitute for pre-marital counseling (which we highly recommend to couples prior to marriage), nor do we agree with all of the questions asked; however it does help you take a snapshot look at your relationship, an honest look at yourself and an insight into what marriage could be like with your fiance regarding certain life matters.

We hope in some way this is a helpful communication tool to you and your fiance long before the big wedding day!

Happy + healthy relationship!

Monday, December 7, 2009

cuff links : for our special men

We want our men to feel just as special as the ladies. Why not jazz up their wedding ensemble too???... You can do this even with the little special details. Take a look at these fierce cuff links - made by this fabulous etsy seller: Jamie Riley of Bella Moda Artist... Whether your guy is into the Rolling Stones, a Star Wars fanatic or loves to travel, you'll find a cuff that meets his particular personality or favorite superhero or hobby.








Aren't these cuff links amazing? Be sure to visit Jamie's site... Bella Moda Artist. She has many, many, more items you'll absolutely love! We definitely have a few of our favorites... Enjoy!

Happy shopping!

Friday, December 4, 2009

nicely quoted...

"only your heart can see
what is invisible to the eye."
anonymous

{wedding vendor spotlight} limelight photography

Wednesday, December 2, 2009

fabulous featured wedding : brenda + mario

Simply amazing... We had the honor and pleasure of working with Brenda + Mario on their beautiful Jamaica destination wedding! They were married at the stunning Ritz Carlton Montego Bay, Jamaica. Brenda + Mario are wonderful and such a fun couple! Their wedding day turned out absolutely amazing. Take a peek at their fabulous wedding pics...



































Congratulations Brenda + Mario!
















{wedding vendor spotlight}
wedding planner + floral designer (ceremony + reception): by design events
florist (personal florals): tai floral

Tuesday, November 17, 2009

something stunningly blue

Multiple use something blues. Take a look at these stunning something blue details that you will sure to use well after your wedding day is over...






















happy shopping for that something blue!

Thursday, November 5, 2009

unstoppable favors

In saying "thanks" to your guests for being apart of your special day, give them a gift they'd be sure to use. Look that these fabulous and fun wine stoppers... Your guests will be sure to use these time and time again!




Happy shopping!

Friday, October 23, 2009

stop the presses | hannelore's bridal blowout sale!

Brides... searching for that stunning gown? Make it a point to stop at Hannelore's in Old Town Alexandria, VA! Make your appointment today and mark your calenders for this exclusive bridal blow out event...

If you find the dress of your dreams at Hannelore's we'd love to see you in it! Please feel free to send us your fabulous pics... We'd love to feature you on our blog.

Happy shopping!