WEDNESDAY'S WORDS TO LIVE BY

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BRIDAL BRUNCH THIS SUNDAY IN NYC

Kate's Paperie is hosting a bridal brunch this Sunday at the Le Parker Meridien Hotel in New York City, and you won't want to miss it. Tickets are $30 each and include a $10 gift card for Kate's Paperie, 10% off custom printing for your save-the-dates or invitations, breakfast, cupcakes from Cake & Shake, and a jotter notebook from Smock.

All that, plus priceless insights into printing your wedding stationary, planning your dream honeymoon, and more. Elan Artists will be providing musical entertainment for your listening pleasure, and a variety of desirable prizes will be raffled off.

For more information and to reserve your spot (hurry, tickets are going fast!): http://www.katespaperie.com/about_kates/category/events/article/events

What: Bridal Brunch / Kate's Paperie Inspires: The New York Bride
Where: The Mirus Room of Le Parker Meridien Hotel - 119 West 56th Street, NYC
When: Sunday, February 27th - 10am-12pm
How Much: $30

TUESDAY SHOESDAY

I've been on the hunt for some patent leather nude pumps and I came across these Jimmy Choo lovelies - although they are a classic style and color and I would probably wear them almost every day for the rest of my existence, $695 is just not in my budget currently.....

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...so I may need to opt for a slightly less expensive version - at less than $90, these suckers are just what the doctor ordered. Thank you BCBGeneration - not too shabby.

 

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LOVE PRINTS ON ETSY

I am absolutely LOVING these prints by CJ Prints on Etsy. They are the perfect gift for your sweetheart, and you can get any of the sayings printed in whatever color you want. They are 8.5" x 11" and fit perfectly in a 11" x 14" frame with a matte. 

You have to really focus to figure out what they say since they're designed to look like eye charts, but that's what makes them so appealing and fun. I especially love the first one since my husband has been saying this to me for as long as I can remember. And since I bought him the black and white version for Valentine's Day, it will be hanging in our bedroom very shortly.

I LOVE YOU LIKE A FAT KID LOVES CAKE

I LOVE YOU MORE THAN CUPCAKES

 I LOVE YOU MORE THAN A VENTI CHAI TEA LATTE

ALL BECAUSE TWO PEOPLE FELL IN LOVE

YOU ARE THE CHEESE TO MY MACARONI

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WEDNESDAY'S WORDS TO LIVE BY

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TUESDAY SHOESDAY

In honor of the 2011 Grammy Awards, I think the winner of best shoes should go to Jennifer Lopez - check these puppies out. Yes please.

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THE SHOP AT BHLDN - OFFICIAL LAUNCH

So I couldn't just let the Shop at BHLDN launch today without sharing some of my favorite picks with you - let's just say that I would be happy to wear anything and everything featured in this world of wedding perfection, but below are some of my to-die-for dress and accessory faves.

I'm also totally in love with their site experience - you can find out which type of bride you are by answering 5 fun questions, then you can check out the wardrobe choices that would best fit your personality. Apparently I'm a La Bohemienne, and I'm not mad at that at all.

 

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And my favorite part is that soon, you'll be able to drag and drop all of your favorite pics into an inspiration board right on the site, under "my BHLDN" - that section is not live yet, but get ready, because it's going to be awesome.

Happy Valentine's Day and Happy Shopping!

ANTHROPOLOGIE WEDDING DRESS PREVIEW

What better way to start this Valentine's Day weekend than with a preview of the wedding gowns by BHLDN? The online store is officially launching on Valentine's Day, but below is a taste of what's to come - get ready, because there's a whole lot of eye candy here. I think I'd be happy as pie in any one of these - I am swooning! Dresses range from $1,000-$4,000.

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TUESDAY SHOESDAY

Just in time for Valentine's Day, I'm loving these Dolce & Gabanna satin platform sandals.

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MONIQUE LHUILLIER AT THE AISLE

Monique Lhuillier, one of my favorite bridal fashion designers is featured on The Aisle for the next 3 days! Starting today and ending at 11pm EST on 2/10, you can purchase heavily discounted wedding gowns, meticulously designed by this amazingly talented super star. 

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The Aisle New York is an invitation-only online shopping haven where the most exclusive wedding brands are showcased for your shopping pleasure. They also donate a portion of the proceeds from every gown to the charity of that designer's choice - Monique's pick is P.S ARTS, a non-profit organization that recruits, hires, underwrites, and trains professional artists to develop curriculum and teach classes during the regular school day. So, if you're not already a member, request membership today and scoop up your dream wedding gown, while helping out a unique and inspiring charitable organization.

WEDNESDAY'S WORDS TO LIVE BY

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TUESDAY SHOESDAY

With another blizzard upon us on the east coast, I'm trying to daydream about balmy summer nights and effortless open-toe shoes, but I just can't stop thinking about these beautiful (yeah, I said it) snow boots! 

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My friend, Megan, turned me on to Sorel and their amazing collection of footwear, and I couldn't be happier. There's no excuse not to look put together when these little suckers are available for the taking - the fur at the top reminds of just-fallen snow and the Swarovski detailing is like nothing I've ever seen. I'm in love.