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Inspiration...50's Pastel Vintage Wedding

Inspiration...50's Pastel Vintage Wedding

Soft pastels for a 50's Vintage Spring Wedding. Created by Annette Kerslake Shoes by Pixel and Hank , Vintage Walking Girls, Car, Glass...

4:34 PM

Fashion Fridays: Natural Spring

<div><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/natural_beauty_for_lolamora/set?.embedder=362063&.mid=embed&id=9914166"><img alt="Natural Beauty ~ for LolaMora" border="0" height="400" src="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/img-set/BQcDAAAAAwoDanBnAAAABC5vdXQKFllJczFoVzlrM2hHWDFCbkdCanlOZHcAAAACaWQKAWUAAAAEc2l6ZQ.jpg" title="Natural Beauty ~ for LolaMora" width="400" /></a> <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/natural_beauty_for_lolamora/set?.embedder=362063&.mid=embed&id=9914166" small=""></a></div><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/natural_beauty_for_lolamora/set?.embedder=362063&.mid=embed&id=9914166" small=""> </a><div style="font-size: 0.75em;"><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/natural_beauty_for_lolamora/set?.embedder=362063&.mid=embed&id=9914166" small="">Items in this set: </a><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/burberry_prorsum_silk_dress/thing?.embedder=362063&.mid=embed&id=8278510">Burberry Prorsum silk dress</a> <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/giuseppe_zanotti_snakeskin_pump_saved/thing?.embedder=362063&.mid=embed&id=7976936">GIUSEPPE ZANOTTI Snakeskin Pump - saved by Ruzii :]</a>, $625 <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/fashion_for_day_night_clothes/thing?.embedder=362063&.mid=embed&id=7048964">Fashion for Day and Night - Clothes for Day and Night - Marie Claire</a> <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/fancy_yellow_diamond_earrings/thing?.embedder=362063&.mid=embed&id=1512841">Fancy Yellow Diamond Earrings</a>, $60,750 <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/yellow_diamond_ring_fancy_intense/thing?.embedder=362063&.mid=embed&id=5005474">Yellow Diamond Ring, Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Rings, 7 Carat...</a></div>

Fashion Fridays: Natural Spring

Items in this set: Burberry Prorsum silk dress GIUSEPPE ZANOTTI Snakeskin Pump - saved by Ruzii :] , $625 Fashion for Day and Night - Clothe...

6:12 PM

Smitten Sticks

<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWx3OBLhhXnBs7QABKcNtNNHtEPRbupfGKC28nlXYrA2vrjqMoKfLBcYipNRbX1KuY762EQBlhbTH21rq92jkM4r-3PFm9JdpE2yyD4DeyjtFRKNDRoNtWalWw6TS-zbgvPMUfMUBPAvhJ/s1600/smitten1.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5454296008158053618" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWx3OBLhhXnBs7QABKcNtNNHtEPRbupfGKC28nlXYrA2vrjqMoKfLBcYipNRbX1KuY762EQBlhbTH21rq92jkM4r-3PFm9JdpE2yyD4DeyjtFRKNDRoNtWalWw6TS-zbgvPMUfMUBPAvhJ/s400/smitten1.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 270px;" /></a> <a href="http://www.smittensticks.com/">Smitten Sticks</a> are simple, playful and perfect for creating those fun moments just begging to be captured, whether it’s during a wedding, birthday party or any other celebration rife with photo opts. <div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCmow0nLkcXgTxKId4g4h_NSOVeKRxMq4pvnuA6F2um6jPrihHK5W0vHfnW1x2Krg9dUVr2PN55x8Q7PIkAMxy3oLUEd2cEVIlLNkuEifByXO9lU7aMELam5VbM0I9mDmAIYkODIrlLwBu/s1600/lightbox_2.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5454296506657158914" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCmow0nLkcXgTxKId4g4h_NSOVeKRxMq4pvnuA6F2um6jPrihHK5W0vHfnW1x2Krg9dUVr2PN55x8Q7PIkAMxy3oLUEd2cEVIlLNkuEifByXO9lU7aMELam5VbM0I9mDmAIYkODIrlLwBu/s400/lightbox_2.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; width: 267px; height: 400px;" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9u57rUiTIZBotPt4IuVMYsOcylEV-L6i5ir5haJwOpfFXUPLJDYUMsRvnhDI0bdr6dmP2n20wc-Lz-2WXWLmBOTRZhXaUzcUeg2H5TZtK7Gskq9PK5N6JASxdH6yP1uxkIXUgmb5QNg60/s1600/lightbox_8.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5454296722640289250" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9u57rUiTIZBotPt4IuVMYsOcylEV-L6i5ir5haJwOpfFXUPLJDYUMsRvnhDI0bdr6dmP2n20wc-Lz-2WXWLmBOTRZhXaUzcUeg2H5TZtK7Gskq9PK5N6JASxdH6yP1uxkIXUgmb5QNg60/s400/lightbox_8.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; width: 267px; height: 400px;" /></a> </div> <div style="text-align: left;"> Available on <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/lepapierstudio?section_id=6485645">Etsy</a>, Smitten Sticks are sold in kits and are easily assembled. Perfect for wedding photobooths, favors or polaroids, Smitten Sticks are for the couple who are planning a unique, imaginative and most importantly, a fun-filled celebration. After all, who knows happily ever after better than these ladies? </div>

Smitten Sticks

Smitten Sticks are simple, playful and perfect for creating those fun moments just begging to be captured, whether it’s during a wedding, ...

10:27 PM

Inspiration Board: Cherry Blossom

<div><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/inspiration_board_cherry_blossom/set?.embedder=362063&.mid=embed&id=17094042"><img alt="Inspiration Board: Cherry Blossom" border="0" height="400" src="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/img-set/BQcDAAAAAwoDanBnAAAABC5vdXQKFkVNdFMtVzAxM3hHWTltRzF6QTVQbFEAAAACaWQKAWUAAAAEc2l6ZQ.jpg" title="Inspiration Board: Cherry Blossom" width="400" /></a> <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/inspiration_board_cherry_blossom/set?.embedder=362063&.mid=embed&id=17094042"> Images Via: First Row:</a><a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.marthastewartweddings.com/photogallery/cherry-blossoms?lpgview=thumb&showComments=true#ms-global-breadcrumbs">Martha Stewart,</a> <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Japanese-Chinese-Hanging-Lantern-Blossom/dp/B001JIHWDK/ref=pd_sim_dbs_k_1">Amazon Chinese Lantern</a>, <a class="hover_clickable" href="http://www.polyvore.com/grows_on_you_cherry_blossom/thing?id=3792630" style="color: rgb(255, 153, 255);">Cherry blossom wedding cake</a> 2nd Row: <a href="http://theknot.com/">Invitation the knot, </a><a href="http://www.lunabazaar.com/paper-parasols.aspx">Luna Bazaar</a>, <a href="http://www.marthastewartweddings.com/photogallery/cherry-blossoms?lpgStart=1&currentslide=1&currentChapter=1#ms-global-breadcrumbs" style="color: rgb(255, 153, 255); font-style: italic;"></a>Cherry Branches, <a href="http://www.marthastewartweddings.com/photogallery/cherry-blossoms?lpgStart=1&currentslide=1&currentChapter=1#ms-global-breadcrumbs" style="font-style: italic;">Centerpiece</a> 3rd Row: <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?B=140737&U=293129&M=15302">Paper Fan</a>, Remaining Photos <a href="http://www.marthastewartweddings.com/photogallery/cherry-blossoms?lpgStart=1&currentslide=5&currentChapter=1#ms-global-breadcrumbs">Martha Stewart</a> </div>

Inspiration Board: Cherry Blossom

Images Via: First Row: Martha Stewart, Amazon Chinese Lantern , Cherry blossom wedding cake 2nd Row: Invitation the knot, Luna Bazaar , Che...

9:49 PM

"Stick Together"

These sweet candy sticks from <a href="http://www.navyandlavender.com/product/stick-together/">Navy and Lavender</a> make great favors for any occasion-birthdays, sweet sixteens, stocking stuffer, etc...  <div> </div><div>Don't you love the seersucker napkin?  I see an inspiration board idea coming on!</div><div> </div><div><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5347747478204001250" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1yH0O1SJ6hE3_ihAZjPReHAP9Soyqa0kM75d3WZQpjJlleGhKrDPsznNxpYetL9Cp2EOzaAnFckjUCXZl3wWcxRnay5mROZfdi5du297Wd6ucnFzCD7M0k0t6A8IWLOD0unX7HV2t94UA/s400/productimage-picture-stick-together-448_jpg_326x326_crop_upscale_q85.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 326px; height: 326px;" /></div>

"Stick Together"

These sweet candy sticks from Navy and Lavender make great favors for any occasion-birthdays, sweet sixteens, stocking stuffer, etc... D...

7:23 PM

Fashion Fridays: Peaches and Cream

<div>The peaches and cream color palette is romantic and mixes contemporary and traditional pieces. The scalloped theme carries through most of the collection. Just like a sweet peach!</div><div> </div><div><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/scalloped_peaches/set?.mid=embed&id=9080060"><img alt="Scalloped Peaches" border="0" height="400" src="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/img-set/BQcDAAAAAwoDanBnAAAABC5vdXQKFmtCOF94TlZNM2hHSGVDY0hYbUhFWmcAAAACaWQKAWUAAAAEc2l6ZQ.jpg" title="Scalloped Peaches" width="400" /></a> <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/scalloped_peaches/set?.mid=embed&id=9080060" rel="nofollow">Scalloped Peaches</a> by <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/profile?.mid=embed&id=362063" rel="nofollow">simplyna</a> featuring <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/christopher_kane/shop?brand=Christopher+Kane">Christopher Kane</a></div><div> </div><div><ul class="list" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; list-style-type: none; list-style-position: outside; list-style-image: initial; clear: both; "><li style="margin-bottom: 4px; "><a class="hover_clickable" href="http://www.polyvore.com/christopher_kane_scalloped_silk_dress/thing?id=5670989" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: none; ">Christopher Kane Scalloped Peach Silk dress</a></li><li style="margin-bottom: 4px; ">$5,165.00 - <a href="http://net-a-porter.com/">net-a-porter.com</a></li></ul></div><div> </div><div><a class="hover_clickable" href="http://www.polyvore.com/christopher_kane_scalloped_detail_dress/thing?id=5670994" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: none; ">Christopher Kane Scalloped Dress</a></div><div>$7,280.00 - <a href="http://net-a-porter.com/">net-a-porter.com</a> </div><div> </div><div><ul class="list" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; list-style-type: none; list-style-position: outside; list-style-image: initial; clear: both; "><li style="margin-bottom: 4px; "><a class="hover_clickable" href="http://www.polyvore.com/14k_rose_gold_earrings/thing?id=5695362" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: none; ">14K Rose Gold Earrings</a></li><li style="margin-bottom: 4px; ">$380.00 - <a href="http://yesstyle.com/">yesstyle.com</a></li></ul><div><ul class="list" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; list-style-type: none; list-style-position: outside; list-style-image: initial; clear: both; "><li style="margin-bottom: 4px; "> </li><li style="margin-bottom: 4px; "><a class="hover_clickable" href="http://www.polyvore.com/mount_satin_bag/thing?id=7744866" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: none; ">MOUNT SATIN BAG</a></li><li style="margin-bottom: 4px; ">998,00 EUR - <a href="http://mytheresa.com/">mytheresa.com</a></li></ul><div> </div><div><ul class="list" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; list-style-type: none; list-style-position: outside; list-style-image: initial; clear: both; "><li style="margin-bottom: 4px; "><a class="hover_clickable" href="http://www.polyvore.com/mount_street_sandal/thing?id=6296805" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: none; ">?Mount Street? Sandal</a></li><li style="margin-bottom: 4px; ">520.00 GBP - <a href="http://brownsfashion.com/">brownsfashion.com</a></li></ul><div><ul class="list" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; list-style-type: none; list-style-position: outside; list-style-image: initial; clear: both; "><li style="margin-bottom: 4px; "> </li><li style="margin-bottom: 4px; "><a class="hover_clickable" href="http://www.polyvore.com/chalcedony_nugget_facet_ring_size/thing?id=7240486" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: none; ">Chalcedony Nugget Facet ring size K (small)</a></li><li style="margin-bottom: 4px; ">34.00 GBP - <a href="http://koodos.com/">koodos.com</a></li></ul></div></div></div></div>

Fashion Fridays: Peaches and Cream

The peaches and cream color palette is romantic and mixes contemporary and traditional pieces. The scalloped theme carries through most of ...

9:54 PM

Happy Cinco De Mayo

<div>Since it's Cinco De Mayo, I thought I would give you some inspiration for a Mexican wedding. Bright colors, festive music and spicy food create the setting for a hot Latin night! Decorate with Mexican paper flags, paper flowers, and pinatas.  The pinatas can be filled with fun goodies that serve as your guest favors.  Mariachis playing for the cocktail and traditional Mexican folk dancers for entertainment. Food should be traditional with a creative twist. Taco bar, mini green tamales, and, for dessert, tres leche cake and Mexican wedding cookies.  Ole!</div><div> </div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRsJSRf2fThgB3kg_UaPgkNeoCHV6Dq_qMbQid7oDqOmjK0bOFRp3N5tAdNJho7QVD6JJJ8xs0RDf6mmfi5aE6k-xU5Cx1F1xmIQkOQPzd-9FZPt1aXpBZNpD_avwx5lAm5jjAYeYn9F6I/s1600-h/cincodemayo.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5332470361555344722" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHNmp9eEyB1iOkzq432SV7WIdBzweNwJhs5KiC6AmbkIIkCrMEQsureZEDY2paLLN9VYXNbbcpk3Y4Z4nzNNHKDE0RRCqxzTy5eyu9MZaBa8gvXsrk1Pqx24f_u6oaN5Bcmt4Qir4iw0xb/s400/mosaic252631.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;">Images: Top Row: Cake, Favor and Table from <a href="http://Brides.com/">Brides.com</a>, Folk Dancer from <a href="http://mexicolindoidaho.com/">Mexico Lindo</a> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Second Row: Tile Placecards from <a href="http://www.lhcalligraphy.com/">Laura Hopper, </a>Dress image from <a href="http://simplysmittenbrides.blogspot.com/"> Simply Smitten Brides, </a>Mexican Cookies from<a href="http://sprinklesandjimmies.com/"> Sprinkles and Jimmies</a></div><div style="text-align: left;">Third Row: Margarita image from <a href="http://www.edibleportland.com/">Edible Portland</a>, Table Setting image from <a href="http://snippetandink.blogspot.com/">Snippet and Ink</a></div><div style="text-align: left;">Forth Row:  Paper Flowers from <a href="http://www.diversitystore.com/ds/index.cfm/category/168/hispanic.cfm">Diversity Store</a>, Bar Image from <a href="http://www.simplynaturalevents.com/">Simply Natural Events</a>, Mariachis image from, Pinata image from <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/linda_uruchurtu/237949880/in/photostream/">Flickr</a></div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div>

Happy Cinco De Mayo

Since it's Cinco De Mayo, I thought I would give you some inspiration for a Mexican wedding. Bright colors, festive music and spicy food...

6:18 PM

Jet Setter: Big Sur

<img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5328533166885118674" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjK3kx_9F1bLoBowcTZ9qdhrztG-tPmsHhDBeKMwluaSOABO_vOK1JW665_Lf7t-J1FwZ6BnWQaMMwdtQYLbyRAM54fWvgVen9zwS66S0sICN1-4VVp68J8TECyvcGHvavOtu3SmqfEqfC0/s400/Big_Sur_5137-9.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 316px;" /> Sorry I haven't blogged lately.  I spent a few glorious days in magical Big Sur, California. Nature and romance at its best!  I had originally planned to get married in Big Sur, so it was appropriate for my husband and I to spend our 7 year wedding anniversary there.  <div> </div><div>Big Sur has some of the most breathtaking coastline vistas in the world.  It's the perfect place for a wedding, honeymoon or a romantic getaway.  From luxury resorts to rustic cabins, there is something for everyone.  Picnics at the beach, hiking through giant redwoods to spectacular waterfalls, then relaxing at a spa - all in one day!</div><div> </div><div>The ultimate in luxury is the <a href="http://www.postranchinn.com/">Post Ranch Inn</a>.  The rooms, the restaurant, the spa...ahh, total bliss.  <a href="http://www.ventanainn.com/">Ventana Inn</a> is another amazing option.  It's also a great place to hold your wedding. </div><div> </div><div>For a quaint cabin in the woods, budget-friendly <a href="http://www.deetjens.com/">Deetjen's Big Sur Inn</a> is the place.  Deetjen's has one of the best restaurants in Big Sur.  But my favorite restaurant is the <a href="http://www.bigsurbakery.com/">Big Sur Bakery</a>, which has the best filet and is all organic! </div><div> </div><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5328516070495348962" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTSkgpv6X30zIzIzVxCq83oKeoLaBK5K3gDQP-QddjK6Tp9VBgL_0r7lS_rSsOD7v78w45OJs5DlT5d5d3TNt7xz36HDAguFvT3hVRI7JJfvLtPxIyudY7BSzECeN_m-RF0INyyQQOeA4t/s400/Deetjens.BigSurInn.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" /> <div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.deetjens.com/">Deetjen Big Sur Inn</a> </div></div><div style="text-align: center;"> </div><div>Things to do in Big Sur:</div><div>1. Hiking in the Ventana Wilderness</div><div>2. Picnic at Pfeiffer State Beach</div><div>3. Soak in the hot tubs at <a href="http://www.esalen.org/">Esalen</a>.  Clothing optional.</div><div>4. Drink wine while watching the sunset at <a href="http://www.nepenthebigsur.com/">Nepenthe Restaurant</a> (Wedding Spot)</div><div>5.  Visit the <a href="http://www.henrymiller.org/">Henry Miller Library</a> (Wedding Spot)</div> <img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5328519595719654898" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBvSRMndib49osE3cw_s09tCowWsOIYD8UkAahFEjPNrZjMUDGyjPWUlrtscISdjctUAQ4lZgF6HmQRw4Ef0W4yjSkOKaI2xY3T0RbowqmIBX4ly6Kz2nV5KNzY6mrUMfDX9BybUZJFPDI/s400/eslan.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 264px;" /><div style="text-align: center;">Hot Tub at <a href="http://www.esalen.org/">Esalen</a> </div><div><div style="text-align: center;"> </div></div><div>What to Wear:  The temperatures in Big Sur range from foggy mornings to sunny afternoons, so think layers.  One of my favorite lines is <a href="http://www.nau.com/">Nau</a>.  "An outdoor apparel company turning out designs strong enough for the backwoods and stylish enough for the urban jungle".</div><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5328531844456970626" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVNQGbC9_CRhrb5DmDOVmlR-AJDOSf0Zfzi1CSSz21A7o2MZEO7a7I8g6DqIWFSA_HHSnMZw3MMcs7TrbSdRyE-_CYo4GR7aT-t6Astb0dF9kZNADfznY2QiVdOjkGW2bFpswAeQPEDToJ/s400/6a00d83451bba269e200e550a9154d8834-800wi.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" /><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5328540203829408866" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPfMdVOJ2up8cqUeAH2IHRYJZuSZTpT3IHK_zhR2XZnD2skS4iARemz2GzEdolmDz6FLyPUM3kOeLkdQebofU0dRD6gbXvBGFh0HPqudumjnJG3BT60kapteyAWHVH5xl4XO0BiBwZbs-v/s320/308w410_021_1_18.jpg" style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 305px; height: 320px;" /><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5328540204554006002" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjr3dBymGbrRJSxH6Y8dCwm1jjL43HTCY3c1xI2rBFlZTkleBu_Im-KmaMjPNec4xGkBITK3F4uSkbBoCGcGiDMZD2_fJfLb9d4qKFQrgW6xjgW8T6bH6hmU_DNcUp6fsX80k76ZG_HWD53/s320/nau.jpg" style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 305px; height: 320px;" /><div>Where to Buy: <a href="http://www.nau.com/">Nau</a></div><div> </div>

Jet Setter: Big Sur

Sorry I haven't blogged lately. I spent a few glorious days in magical Big Sur, California. Nature and romance at its best! I had orig...

10:53 PM

Happy Easter

<div> </div><div style="text-align: center;">Have a lovely Easter full of love, laughter and joy!</div><div> </div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_8Wn5QEE3tEd-21V4-xi-X_viY6xOEziYHh5ovBcnwqmUORQsVgqFhun2NHQuz_qu52lVWEnx2TYv8xPZth4VTyy86y_i5OQWOMEY7GFf5wGZSAAeJkBBfc7VGZQauE5C_1ZRxmTSbdzw/s1600-h/mosaic866741.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5323889842849681122" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_8Wn5QEE3tEd-21V4-xi-X_viY6xOEziYHh5ovBcnwqmUORQsVgqFhun2NHQuz_qu52lVWEnx2TYv8xPZth4VTyy86y_i5OQWOMEY7GFf5wGZSAAeJkBBfc7VGZQauE5C_1ZRxmTSbdzw/s400/mosaic866741.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" /></a><div style="text-align: left;"> Images: <a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/">Martha Stewart</a> </div>

Happy Easter

Have a lovely Easter full of love, laughter and joy! Images: Martha Stewart

12:31 PM

April Showers...Bring an Umbrella

Rain or shine, it's always good to be prepared.  Parasols are great for all seasons, especially for the occasional Spring shower or keeping cool in Summer. <div> <div> </div><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5321752523298538770" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguhvFHiBHM-MlZAizgmJsEjPkAjtlstP_Ym0gjQH8et03Y34Nxvn5krWXYOjmNdLJeKiKD0ianOHexoleX2gmvhloZ6-Rc5ARDXd0Qd2djonqBJfoNDKYjZ6dntju4VDNNG5XzjRkZ3C1K/s400/monofcar.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 266px;" /><div>    Pamelas Parasols  </div><div> </div><div>Our green brides will love the new Organic Collection from <a href="http://www.pamelasparasols.com/">Pamelas Parasols,</a> along with her other collections, which include bejewled, feathers, and monograms.</div><div><div> </div><div>Parasols are a great bouquet alternative for your bridesmaids.  They can also double as your bridesmaids' gifts.  <a href="http://www.bellaumbrella.com/">Bella Umbrellas</a> has a beautiful array of styles to choose from. </div><div> </div><div> <img alt="Parasol" border="0" src="http://blogs1.marthastewart.com/photos/uncategorized/2007/09/07/parasol.jpg" title="Parasol" /> </div><div> Photo: Martha Stewart </div><div><div>Parasols also make for gorgeous photos!</div></div><div><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5321477727643062914" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPgB7YD93DOrq8JBcZJrFuA_me3UtchimpaI6eFehjMxtGiEuu4Nuy91IlhKfyNsn4xJsbPt5RM6b4tZeSbhhjavsNDFox0_nxbbsufk7bbOgXY4E7Qc6qUOFMePCRSAvn6yHopVNms_9U/s400/mosaic932804.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Where to buy: <a href="http://www.culturalintrigue.com/">Cultural Intrigue</a>, <a href="http://www.asianideas.com/">Asian Ideas</a>, <a href="http://www.pamelasparasols.com/">Pamelas Parasols</a>, <a href="http://www.bellaumbrella.com/">Bella Umbrellas</a>.</div><div> </div></div></div>

April Showers...Bring an Umbrella

Rain or shine, it's always good to be prepared. Parasols are great for all seasons, especially for the occasional Spring shower or keep...

10:32 PM

Jetsetter: People Watching in Cannes, France

<div>Since the Cannes Film Festival is running I thought what a perfect time to write a Jetsetter on Cannes.  I have to admit I haven't been to the French Riviera in a decade and writing this is getting my travel bug fired up. </div><div> </div><div><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338525850514182322" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8K7K0JW3UPRm-8zyAdD7oHnYmr9qmgjgxvY6r__7GwrWjocqRaWewRI_LZxdg6oy0U7p6mHE5Y26Bjtv_DzGcRfMWOVhr-NCzXomtKhx_9_zcGO1X7bRxyATwEnP_Zn7PPvL7mdyK_iTV/s400/cannes.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 320px;" /><div style="text-align: center;">Image via <a href="http://www.destination360.com/">Destination 360</a></div></div><div style="text-align: left;">Located on the French Riviera, Cannes is a sea port town, with a motto, "Life is a Festival." Lined with luxury yachts, busy beaches and beautiful people, Cannes has a friendly atmosphere, and people watching on La Croisette promenade seems to be the number one past time. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338525853894307762" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaIoGbw9VcjfJQSng1urINFivFbNRVmQRlzo0BuRIj67AOdhEJVquasNAUi7HB7eJ4AptgDfZ0onN-RnOuqiSjMv526-OOrrTdj7or82t0CocUzj2Rbw5aCUMtUaPY32zF-E1mthp-EkuJ/s400/www.hotelsoftherichandfamous.com.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Image via <a href="http://www.hotelsoftherichandfamous.com/">H</a><a href="http://www.hotelsoftherichandfamous.com/">otels of the Rich and Famous</a></div><div>If you'd like to get away from all the glitz.  Parts of Cannes still remain true to its small, fishing-port past.   Le Suquet is the 'old town' of Cannes. It's about a 15 minute walk uphill with narrow, winding streets and allées.  There you'll find small local squares, quaint shops and open markets.   </div><div> </div><div><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338525847309849570" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEge3LStUS6ugReDxSzLFw0tkoEOdBwVue4bQzhh08l3SD_bPCuiRPcNVzJLg6DqH_45DtI0wAjrGql6c5_RapTBuHQbNu4wYcjFT16wpaUzvJisdVVWcCtQkISNoTgeJ-kpicGDMhwvN435/s400/1465143408_4e11f5ad6e.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 266px;" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Image Unknown</div><div>Things to do:  Sail to Nice and Saint Tropez.   </div><div>Visit the casino in Monte Carlo.  I'm not a big gambler, but it made for a fun evening.</div><div>Where to Stay: <a href="http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/intercontinental/en/gb/locations/overview/ceqha?_requestid=75478">Hotel Carlton</a></div><div> </div><div>Check out tomorrow's post on what to wear in Cannes.</div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div>

Jetsetter: People Watching in Cannes, France

Since the Cannes Film Festival is running I thought what a perfect time to write a Jetsetter on Cannes. I have to admit I haven't been ...

11:10 PM

Spring 2009 Colors

<img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-427" height="510" src="http://www.betsywhite.com/flightsoffancy/wp-content/uploads/2008/11/springforecast2009_1.jpg" title="springforecast2009_1" width="550" /> <div> </div><div>Each year the Pantone Fashion Report release colors for the seasons.  Here's this Spring's color inspiration.  </div><div> </div><div>"Spring traditionally evokes a sense of freshness and new beginnings, with sprouting and blossoming flowers that inspire designers to break out of the winter doldrums.  Bright colors return to the top 10 list for spring '09, as designers incorporate vibrant pops into their collections, yet temper the vibrancy with deeper, translucent or neutral tones."</div><div> </div><div> </div>

Spring 2009 Colors

Each year the Pantone Fashion Report release colors for the seasons. Here's this Spring's color inspiration . "Spring tra...

11:16 PM

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