Architectural Inspiration: Fabulous Foyer

Architectural inspiration via Pinterest.

 Roland Mouret Aldrich frayed cloque midi dress; this and next three at net-a-porter.com.

Gianvito Rossi Portofino 105 patent-leather sandals.

Gucci silver-plated crystal earrings.

Wandler Corsa mini croc-effect leather tote.

Darlings, what do you think of this chic space and the bridal look it inspired?

xoxox,

CC

White Hot Gowns

Darlings, how wonderful are these white gowns from the Spring 2016 collections?

Photos via vogue.com.

Alexandre Vauthier

Balmain

Carolina Herrera

Christian Siriano

Giamba

Tome

Tracy Reese

Which of these gowns do you deem most gorgeous?

CC is loving the Alexandre Vauthier!

xoxox,

CC

Breaking Tradition: Alternative Ideas for an Unconventional Wedding

Darlings: The big day. Wedding Day.

There is a lot of money that goes into planning and production. Most estimate that couples may spend anywhere from $5,000 to over $30,000 for their big day. This includes items like the reception, location, photography, gifts, and of course … the rings.

Nowadays engaged couples are looking at alternative ideas. They’re willing to break from the tradition. By doing so they create a unique experience at a greatly reduced cost.

Here are some of those ideas for an unconventional wedding.

A Different Theme

People today, however, are beginning to explore their imagination. They no longer feel the “need” to pander to the wedding industry. This has given to the rise of unique themes for weddings.

In recent years we have seen:

·  Zombie themed weddings

·  “White Trash” weddings

·  Masquerade Ball weddings

·  Hello Kitty themed wedding

A different wedding theme may be unconventional but it is most certainly entertaining for guests and memorable for all parties involved.

The choice in a different theme can greatly reduce the costs associated with weddings. These alternative options generally include ideas that allow participants to play around with the format. It could include BYOB, pets, entertainment, and other items. This mitigation of the cost allows the couple to place more effort and budget into going all out with their theme.

See more examples: From Zombie Themes to Choreographed Wedding Walks.

A Different Image

The white dress. The tuxedos. The church (or elaborate outdoor location). Even the jewelry and, of course, the wedding bands. All items you will see at a traditional wedding but these too have begun to see an unconventional angle.

·  Overalls instead of a wedding dress and tuxedo

·  Vintage, turn-of-the-century Gothic outfits

·  Hippie-inspired dresses and garb

The locations are starting to be quite different, as well, from having the reception at music festivals to one’s done online or within virtual games.

The traditional rings are starting to see a bit of unconventional flair, too. Couples wanting something different have the choice of many different colors of diamonds and other precious stones. They can choose from long-standing providers or those crafted by an individual.

See more examples: Blue diamond rings for your wedding.

A Different Entertainment

Entertainment has changed quite a bit since the old days.

You’re still going to generally see DJ’s and other receptionists but these roles are beginning to blur when the party-goers get involved.

The reception could include:

·  Giving out video cameras to each guest to create a compilation video

·  Doing “awkward” photos (think: lazer graphics)

·  Adding board games to each table for some additional fun

·  Having a round of video games

The wedding need not be boring any longer. It’s tiring sitting through an entire reception at a church. Instead of doing the boring, traditional routine – a wedding should be seen like a grande party and celebration and with it comes any imaginative way to add to the fun.

See more examples: 18 Unconventional Ideas for Wedding Entertainment.

Darlings, f you’re about to tie the knot (or even considering doing so) then what alternative ideas have piqued your interest to create an unconventional wedding?  Please share your thoughts!

xoxox,

CC

Top 7 Great Budget Gifting Sites for Summer 2013

Darlings, you always want to gift your loved ones, something that they would always remember but would also not burn right through your pocket or wallet, or worse put them on fire! When buying a gift for a loved one we often cannot buy them the things we really intend to because they are too expensive since they are branded or simply expensive for no reason at all.

Here are some budget-friendly gifting ideas for the summer, with each of the following ideas being available online for purchase and have good delivery services too. The payment options are great and the best part is that they don’t look cheap or are not made with cheap materials but are very reasonably priced for your budget. We have gifting ideas here, for Grandma Lily to new-born baby Nebraska. So, take a look. CC has set them in random order because you can’t choose who is more important. They all simply deserve the best for their birthday this summer!

What to Gift this summer: Top 7 Sites

1.      Sizzling Budget Bags: Buy Me Handbags: Go crazy with all the wonderful designer influenced bags for your loved female ones who simply love fashion and have always wanted carry the best of totes and handbags leather can offer at reasonable rates. Log onto their website to check their hot fashion accessories in leather: Buy Me Handbags

2.      Get That Bling For Your Favorite Girl in The World: All of us find it very difficult to get the bling ring for our girls affected with the ever-rising cost of Gold and other precious metals as well as diamonds, which they say are a girl’s best friend. Log onto the diamond ornament gifting hub:  Union Diamond

3.      Some Accessories For The Boys and Their Toys: Boys are quite the difficult people to gift. They find everything, well let’s not just up to their straight A taste and are always looking for a purposeful gift. For crazy mobile and cell phone accessories visit: Wired Shops.

4.      Handbags For The Young and The Bold: So you have this friend who loves bold and metallic colored bags and styles and goes crazy on accessorizing. She loves designer bags but you can’t afford them. Don’t worry. Get them the next best thing to designer handbags. Here, is a note of extreme caution, you might end up buying for yourself too from Find Me Handbags

5.      Get the Gift of Power For Any Shower: Summer holds the wedding season for various kinds of people for different backgrounds. Hence, the bridal showers and the always happening any-time, “I am Pregnant, this is so exciting”, baby showers in the summers too. Don’t want to run around for the shower gifts. No problem log onto: ABC Favors

6.      Summer Diamond Love Blings and Bands: Here are some ideas that are influenced by the big-name designers but don’t cost that much, thrives with quality and the emotional value that they are made with. Visit: Find Me Diamond.

7.      Special Wedding Earrings for the summer: Wedding Earrings can create quite the expense for people and single mommies and mommies to be. Find out what the most affordable options there are for the delightful occasion without compromising on quality diamonds this season. Visit: Get Me Earrings

So, gift unique items this summer and be remembered for your innovative ideas and generosity!

xoxox,

CC

The Wedding Salon Event Tickets Giveaway!

Fabulous news, darlings! CC and The Wedding Salon have ten (10) tickets to this fabulous NYC event on Wednesday, April 27th, 2011 to give away to ten (10) lucky CC readers! To enter, let CC know in the comments section of this post that you will be in New York City on the day of this event. The first ten commenters will win FREE tickets to this amazing bridal event! For a wedding, it's important to look your best. Very.co.uk has a great collection of dazzling party dresses for those special occasions.

xoxox,

CC

White Hot

Va-va-voom virginal frocks, darlings!
Runway coverage via style.com.
Adam
Bottega Veneta
Chado Ralph Rucci
Chanel
Jasper Conran
Michael Kors
Paul & Joe
Rue du Mail
Three as Four
Tommy Hilfiger

Diane von Furstenberg Acelia lace dress; this and next seven at shopbop.com.
Thakoon sleeveless smocked dress.
291 one shoulder dress.
Jill Stuart Sunset dress.
Theory Zaira long strapless dress.
Tibi strappy eyelet dress.
Wilt slub jersey dress.
Young Fabulous & Broke Savannah dress.
Lanvin silk-blend bustier dress; this and next five at net-a-porter.com.
Max Azria slashed silk tank dress.
Richard Nicoll Crepe de Chine gathered dress.
D&G cotton-blend shift.
Day Birger et Mikkelsen Glory silk-satin tunic dress.
Lanvin strapless silk-gazar beaded gown.
Preen Thriller dress, at intermixonline.com.
Which white wins?
xoxox,
CC

Snow White

Pure perfection darlings, in the form of fabulous fashion editorials from yesteryear, divine runway looks for Spring 2010, and white gowns in stores now!
AnOther Magazine, Spring 2009.
British Vogue, May 2003.
British Vogue, May 2003.
Chinese Vogue, March 2009.
This photo courtesy Fellow Fashionista Fashion Pulse.
This photo courtesy Fellow Fashionista Miss Neira.
French Vogue 1999.
Italian Vogue, February 2009.
Italian Vogue, November 2006.
Italian Amica, March 2009.
Numero, December 2008.
Stiletto 2008.
Tokion, March 2009.
V, January 2008.
Vogue, April 1992.
Vogue, February 2006.
Vogue, June 2008.
Vogue, May 2003.
Vogue, November 1920.
W, July 2007.

Fashion Flashback: Givenchy, February 2009, via nymag.com; other runway photos via style.com.
Donna Karan
Emilio Pucci
Francesco Scognamiglio
Hussein Chalayan
Jean Paul Gaultier
Tuleh
Vivienne Westwood Gold Label corseted silk satin gown; this and next at net-a-porter.com.
Notte by Marchesa chiffon column dress.
Chris Benz Tee Shirt gown, at shopbop.com.
Don a white gown for your next event, darling, even if it’s not your wedding! Or experiment with a fabulous winter white blazer… Usually CC steers clear of white after Labor Day, but a poufy white parka sounds really good right about now! Glamorous and chic!
xoxox,
CC