Time to Shop!

Make it Yours: Narciso Rodriguez for Her

Today it is my favorite scent! Narciso Rodriguez. This one is so yummy smelling. It is perfect for every occasion. It can be dressed up or down. I love it so much that I am out. And it sits just a little out of reach on the budget. So I am holding out hope that someone special is reading this an may or may not purchase it for Christmas! Now it's your turn to make it yours. Go forth and smell it!  

xoxo, Kasey & The Bliss Girls

Make it Yours: Elle Decor and Inc. Magizines

Magazines! Not something I have an over abundance of time for, but when I get the chance to actually sit down and read one between walking the dogs and bedtime for Ash and G my go to magazines are Elle Decor and Inc. I laugh sometimes when they are sitting next to each other. Elle decor has some of the beautiful homes with some of the most fabulous style! They have such interesting spaces that are so well put together that we use it as inspiration when designing spaces for clients. I think that it is important to look for wedding trends outside of the wedding magazines.  Contrast that with Inc. that is all about business with article titles like "Lessons from the World's Most Ruthless Competitor". I mean a girls got to know her stuff! I have some big plans for Columbus's event scene, that why I use the hashtag #emipirebuliding!

Bridesmaid Gifts: Fun Necklaces Finds on Etsy

This little way to say thank you can be anything from shoes to monogramed running shorts and back again! But my favorite gift that seems to be trending out there in wedding world and that is the necklace! It is functional and fun! Your girls can wear it during the wedding and for many years to come! Also I love them because they can be inexpensive and are always super cute!! It all depends on what kind you want to get, but they can fit any budget. I also have an unhealthily obsession with etsy.com which is where my inspiration pictures came from today. All of these necklaces are super cute and would make the perfect gift for your bridesmaids (or even yourself!). Etsy has so many more options to fit any style of wedding, literally so perfect!!! Just type in whatever you like in to the search bar and see what comes up! Happy hunting!!


 


xoxo,

Kasey & the Bliss Girls    

Starting from the top left and going clockwise.
 envelope, puzzle, monogram 

A is for Apple

I love chocolate covered apples! ...well chocolate covered anything for that matter. It's tradition that we get a chocolate covered apple for Christmas. I think it's safe to say it's a staple at our dinner table around the holidays. So this past week, you could image my excitement when I received an email from Shane at Aly's Apples in Texas. It got me thinking about the many dessert displays we helped create this year and how fun it would have been to include something like these yummy treats. The mini chocolate covered apples are perfect! I also thought the bride & groom apples are adorable. What a fun cute idea for the dessert table or something to serve at the farewell brunch on Sunday!

Cost ranges from $6.95 - $44.95 depending on the apple selected. In addition to apples, there are chocolate covered strawberries, pretzels, Oreos, and rice krispie treats.





Happy Shopping!


Images courtesy of Aly's Apples

Fabulous Wrappings

Take a look at these fabulous new ways to wrap anything from evelopes to takeout boxes! Fabwrap was created by Gloria and Jackie, founders of Lily B Inc as a "packaging highway of imagination." Their products have been used at such events as, Elton John's AIDS foundation Oscar Party and Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, and by companies like, Lexus and Aria resort and casino in Los Vegas, among many others!

"Passion, creativity, and vision led to Fabwrap products representing individuality, lifestyle, and design" of envelopes, wrapping paper, stationary, folios, takout boxes, and gift boxes. Incorporate any of these great products into your wedding or event plans and it is sure to stand out!

Spice up the presentation of your event invitations with these elaborate envelops by turning a simple invite into a work of art.



Illuminate your dinner table with luminaries from Fabwrap. Also, add height and color to your centerpieces by taking advantage of the 3 different sizes and the 13 available color shades.


The uses for these adorable takeout boxes at your event are endless! Use as guest gift boxes, small cocktail centerpieces, or even incorporate them into your place settings. With numerous designs and boundless creativity, Frabwrap is sure to have a style that matches your event and your personality.

All photos from Fabwrap's website

Can't find a design that quite matches? Implement your own design, monogram, or company logo by taking advantage of Fabwrap's custom design option.

No matter how you decide to use them, Frabwrap products are sure to make your event, well, fabulous!

Unveiling Wedding Hair Accessories

Traditions may suggest that brides should wear veils on their wedding day, but perhaps brides should consider their options. Whether you are trying to make a statement, add some color, or just keep your hair back off of your face, these adorable hair accessories can do all that and more.

You can make a statement with this headband showcasing vibrant feathers and a brooch embellishment, or add a punch color and style to your wedding attire with this over sized flower clip.

Subtle and charming, these feathery hair pieces can also add a unique touch to your wedding day ensemble by showing off your playful side, or blending in with your white dress.

Consider keeping those pesky bangs and strays out of your eyes on your big day with this french beaded flower or accessorize by adding a practical hint of her personality with these beaded bobby pins.


Photo and pieces by Originals by Lynnette, MorninGlorias', Sweet Grass Mill, Hair Sew Vintage, and LovMely

Should you decide to stick with the veil, why not consider these unique touches for your brides maids or flower girl? No matter your school of thought, with any of these accessories it's sure to be a good wedding hair day!

Your New SoleMates

Check out these discreet accessories that will keep your stilettos and kitten heels from sinking into grass or following into cracks. SoleMates attach easily to most heels and come in clear and black color options. By increasing the surface area on the base of the heel, it reduces the pressure on this area and prevents the heel from sinking into grass or falling into cracks!


Images from The SoleMates' website

SoleMates are reusable, affordable, and can be found online or at any of these local locations:
Expressions Bridal - Mentor, OH
The Other Place - Logan, OH
The Perfect Bride - Rocky River, OH
Von Maur - Polaris Fashion Place and The Greene Town Center

A great way to maintain your grace in sticky situations while protecting heels, preventing damage, and preserving shoes. All for only around $10.00!

Making Your Wedding Day: The Boutonniere

Three weeks ago we shared with you a unique way for brides to make the boutique more personalized, but what about the man standing at the end of the aisle? He too can skip the flowers and sport something a little more "him" on the big day. The groom's lapel and personality will stand out when wearing any one of these creative boutonniere designs. The pairing of leaves and feathers by designer Easter Yu gives the boutonniere a more masculine feel,


Photos from Stephanie Williams Photography

while the personalized work of Fritts Rosenow will make the groom feel extra special.


Photo's from Fritts Rosenow Bespoke Boutonniers

An extenstion of the groom's cake or skip the cake all together, either way these creative staples will help make the boutonnier and your wedding day a little more yours.

Filene's Basement Running of the Brides

A little birdy left a few tips for success in my inbox today and I thought I'd share them with you just in case you were planning on shopping on Friday!

Happy Shopping!
Kasey


Last Minute Tips for Success

Friday, January 29, 2010 - 8:00am to 9:30pm – Filene’s Basement, Columbus, OH

Thursday night
· Drink lots of water
· Get a good night’s sleep

Friday morning, before you leave the house
· Food is fuel--have a good breakfast
· Dress in a sports bra and bike shorts, leotard or bathing suit
· Leave your handbag behind; you want as little as possible to keep track of
· Don’t wear make-up—it might rub off on the dresses
· No jewelry; last year a bride-to-be lost her engagement ring when it got caught on a lacy dress.

Best time to arrive at the store Friday morning
If you want to be part of the ‘rush to the racks’ then you should be at the store by 6:30am
Otherwise, arrive later (anytime after 11:00am) when things have calmed down and you can peruse the racks at your own pace

At the sale
Be considerate and play fair; please, please, please don’t horde dresses; grab what you can, go through the dresses quickly and give up what you don’t want so other brides can get started;

Filene’s Basement reserves the right to limit the number of gowns you can hold at one time.
Be open-minded --try on whatever comes your way; if you focus to much on a specific style or label, you might just miss the dress of your dreams

Remember, gowns usually run small; don’t even look at size tags. Just eyeball the dress and if it’s close to your size, try it on. There will be experts on alterations and cleaning there to advise you

Take a break if you get tired and cranky; grab some water
Take pictures and have fun! These memories will last a lifetime.

Cash, checks with ID, major credit cards are accepted. One day sale; gowns are not returnable. Visit www.filenesbasement.com/bridal.php for more information, including directions to the store.

NOTE: This event will likely be photographed and taped by local news outlets and by other photographers for possible broadcast or publication. By your entrance into and presence at the sale, you give unqualified consent to record, use and publicize your voice, actions, likeness and appearance in any manner in connection with news coverage and/or publicity. If you do not wish to be photographed or videotaped, please hold your hand up and inform the camera operator of your wishes. All photographers are required to have press credentials or Filene’s Basement authorization tags visible to customers. If you have any questions, please locate a Filene’s Basement manager.

Coolest Dinnerware Ever

This has to be the coolest disposable dinnerware I've ever seen. VerTerra is made entirely of fallen leaves, water and heat. When I saw this product for the first time a few months ago, I thought to myself - I wonder how soon and where can I use this?



There are various sizes in plates, bowls and trays available. Everything is completely biodegradable and microwave safe (can you believe that?). Best of all it's so affordable and adorable! The website even has a calculator to help you plan how much of each size you'll need for your next party.

Happy shopping!

Kasey

Just For Fun...

I saw this on Etsy and thought what a cute little piece to give to someone you love. I wish I had one to hang in my office. There are several different versions available so check out the Esty shop!

Enjoy!

Bridal Party Gifts

We here at Bliss Wedding & Event Design always have a soft spot for anything Louis Vuitton. We've been buying them for years and thought what a great little gift for your bridal party! Below are a few of our little leather favorites.

Any type of clutch, wristlet or accessory bag makes a great gift for the girls!

And for the boys, you can never go wrong with a leather wallet or a classic Louis Vuitton tie to go with a great summer suit.

Alternative Wedding Rings

It's true that diamonds are a girl's best friend, but not every girl sees herself as a princess cut. So what's a bride to do when she wants a beautiful but offbeat engagement ring or band? There are tons of alternative wedding rings available that are just as gorgeous as traditional rings. The Cognac Diamond Ring by L Frank is absolutely stunning with twists of gold and pear-shaped cognac diamonds:

photo from www.twistonline.com

Alternative rings aren't just for the bride. Honor your offbeat bridal party with the Amity Ring by Turtle Love Committee. Studded with amethyst, blue topaz, peridot, citrine and two garnets, it's a wonderful way to show your bridesmaids that you appreciate their unique personalities.

photo from www.turtlelovecommittee.com

Win A Vintage Birdcage Veil!

Are you a vintage bride? Do you consider yourself to have a unique bridal style? If so, you could win this beautiful vintage birdcage veil from Razvan Photography. Available in white or ivory, this veil is a fabulous and classy addition to weddings, both vintage and modern. All you have to do to win is go to the Razvan Photography Blog and explain why you deserve the veil.

Good luck!

Gifts for the Bridal Party- Electronics

Electronics can make really great gifts for your bridal party. They are fun, cool, and useful!

The new Flip video camera is a great gift and it's easy to use! These flip cameras come equipped with a USB that conveniently flips from the side of the camera, so all you have to do is record the video then you can plug it right into your computer. You can save up to 120 minutes of your favorite memories on your flip, and once it fills up, just transfer the videos to your computer and record more! With the flip, memories will last a lifetime.

When in doubt, you can never go wrong with an Ipod! Since they are sold in a variety of colors, you can make the gift more personal by picking the perfect color that suits each person in your bridal party. I just saw the shuffle at Target for $48 each! Its a cool gift, and one you know will be used and appreciated!

Groom Survival Guide

Mindy Wiess' Groom Survival Guide is a fun and cute way to keep your fiance occupied throughout the planning process. Includes: 6 'Perfect' Groom Buttons, "Whatever You Like" Sign, Lessons in Wedding Lingo, Grooms Guide to What to Do, Style Guide, Speech Writing Tips, Puzzle and Games, Note Pads and much more!

Stylish Ties for the Guys

We love when the groomsmen get a little creative with their ties. It's a great opportunity to bring a little color and pattern to the wedding palette. So when we saw these we had to share!

Vera Bradley is not just for girls, but they also have great accessories for the guys too! The Vera Bradley ties are designed to add color and pattern to the typical male suit. These ties are made from 100% silk twill and are sold in 29 different patterns making these ties versatile, fun, and very stylish for any occasion! Did you know they are also under $40 each? Love that!

Adorn Brides

I originally posted about Adorn Brides back in October but thought I'd re-post it with an exciting addition. As of today clients, family & friends of Bliss Weddings & Event can receive 20% off any rental with Adorn Brides. You'll need to use this code: CVULS1JJ when checking out to receive the discount.

Happy Shopping!

I am so excited to share this post with you today! I just LOVE my diamonds and was so happy when I found this lovely little company called Adorn Brides. They rent diamond jewelery for wedding day or special occasion. All of the jewelery is real and very affordable to rent for the day. For example a stunning pair of diamond earrings is only $110 to rent. The matching necklace is $380. I only wish Adorn Brides was around when I got married. I tried to do this and no one would even consider something like this.

TOMS Shoes

TOMS shoes are an American shoe company started by Blake Mycoskie, a former contestant on The Amazing Race. For every pair sold, they donate a pair of shoes to people in impoverished villages. Since May of 2006, TOMS has given over 60,000 pairs of shoes to children in Argentina and South Africa.



Not only are these shoes part of a worthy cause, but they are also cute and super stylish. They are made of natural materials and slide on for a relaxed and comfortable fit. They would make a great pair of traveling shoes or slippers for unfamiliar planes and hotel rooms. They fold up fairly small as well, making them good to tuck in the luggage for a honeymoon. Check them out at www.tomsshoes.com