Something Borrowed, Something Blue ... try Blue Pearls

Think outside the box... why not "blue" pearls for your "something blue?" They are pretty and unique.

Blue Mia Pearls Necklace

This contemporaty style fresh water pearl necklace is absolutely divine. Each necklace has 7-6mm fresh water pearls in a sterling necklace with a T toggle clasp. Available in cream white color. ... more info.

Blue Quartz with Pearls Bridal Necklace

Freshwater pearls and a whisper-thin silver chain accent this blue quartz necklace, which is perfect as a gift for your bridesmaids. We also love this necklace as a bride s something blue on her ... more info.

Pretty Spring Dresses for Your Bridesmaids

Still looking for a spring dress for the bridesmaids? Here are some pretty spring dresses that will definitely add a breath of fresh color to your wedding from eDressMe.


Short Yellow and Green Floral Dresses by Sherri Hill

This stunning, youthful floral dress has a strapless sweetheart neckline, a rosette accent, and a sashed empire waist. The A-line skirt flares out to just above knee length.

Green and Pink Short Prom Dresses by Sherri Hill

This gorgeous green dress has a scalloped strapless bodice adormed with green and pink bead accents. The sashed empire waist is embellished with a sweet flower. The whispy skirt is made up of layers of green and pink tulle, which falls just above knee level.

Green Strapless Georgette Dresses by Nicole Miller

This fun short dress from Nicole Miller is perfect for any event. With a ruched sweetheart neckline and empire waist, the skirt falls softly to the knee.

February 14th Valentine's Day

Saint Valentine's Day or Valentine's Day is a holiday on February 14. It is the traditional day on which lovers express their love for each other; sending Valentine's cards, donating to charity or gifting candy. It is very common to present flowers on Valentine's Day. The holiday is named after two men, both Christian martyrs among the numerous Early Christian martyrs named Valentine. The day became associated with romantic love in the circle of Geoffrey Chaucer in High Middle Ages, when the tradition of courtly love flourished.

The day is most closely associated with the mutual exchange of love notes in the form of "valentines." Modern Valentine symbols include the heart-shaped outline and the figure of the winged Cupid. Since the 19th century, handwritten notes have largely given way to mass-produced greeting cards.^[1] The mid-nineteenth century Valentine's Day trade was a harbinger of further commercialized holidays in the United States to follow.^[2] The U.S. Greeting Card Association estimates that approximately one billion valentines are sent each year worldwide, making the day the second largest card-sending holiday of the year behind Christmas. The association estimates that women purchase approximately 85 percent of all valentines (source)

With that in mind, whether you are celebrating your wedding night, a lover's night or romance here are a few luxurious undies to set the mood : ) First, from Henry and June (which their prices are awesome!):

Rose Embellished Bralette Set $20.99

Knit chiffon bralette with open cups, adjustable shoulder straps and hook back closure. Includes matching open crotch thong with draping fabric and back veil.

Bridal Veil Thong
Ruffled tulle thong with back veil and satin ribbon hem. $10.95

*Sensual Mesh* Chemise $28.95

Stretch lace and mesh chemise with lace halter, lace hem, front "lips" charm and adjustable neck tie. Includes matching g-string.

Bridal Baby Doll - Touches of sheer lace and a cut-away skirt are just the thing to heat up your bridal suite. Our baby doll is made from silky charmeuse fabric with adjustable shoulder straps for an attractive fit. Matching white thong panties are included.

Lace and Net - Baby Doll - A flirty, sheer skirt partners with a lacy bodice for
a flattering look on any body type. Underwire cups have removable push-up pads and shoulder straps are adjustable for a perfect fit. Available in white, red or black. Matching thong panties are included

A Bowl full of Ornaments Makes a Great Holiday Centerpiece

Looking for a great centerpiece where each guest gets a favor? A simple and perfect idea is a bowl full of ornaments!

Collect a mix of seasonal ornaments in your choice of color and pile them generously into the bowl. For interest, use an assortment of shiny and matte ornaments in a range of sizes. Here's what you'll need:

• Semi Large Clear Pedestal centerpiece bowl or just a pretty bowl
• Variety of holiday ornaments
• Real or artificial evergreen sprigs
• Optional: tiny vases to use as a pedestal if you want the bowl to be elevated.
• You can use semi-expensive ornaments (i.e., Waterford) or go to a Department store and find pretty balls
• Let each guest take an ornament or two home as a favor
  
  

Santa Dolls Created Out of Your Wedding Gown

The latest edition of Laptop Bride's Newlsetter is out: "Make a Santa from Your Wedding Dress; Using Snow Globes as your Table Centerpiece," and don't forget our previous newsletter which focuses on using Candles as your focal table centerpiece. Click on "Wax on Wax Off - Wedding Candle Table Centerpices."

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Perfect Favors and Decorations for a Winter Wedding

Winter Wedding? Then you probably want a blue white theme and perhaps some snow or cold related favors and decor. Here are some adorably unique items from My Wedding Favors to help set the mood and table:

Miniature Wedding Snow Globe Favors (Set of 6)
These new Signature Snow Globes are an adorable addition to any
winter wedding or event! It is a time honored tradition to collect these beautiful globes for cherished memories of people places and events. Handcrafted the Mr. and Mrs. Snowman will be enjoyed by all both young and old. These vintage globes are sold in sets of six (6). Please enter the number os sets below. Each snowglobe measures 2"" in width and 2 1/2"" in height.

Mini Felt Winter Mittens (Set of 6)
These mini felt winter mittens are hand stiched in blue with a tiny
silver ""jingle bell"". Measures 2 3/8"" x 3"" H. Set of 6 includes 3 left hand and 3 right hand mittens.

Designer Winter Wonderland Place Cards (Set of 20)
A beautiful addition to a beautiful winter wedding or holiday event! These romantic place cards are white on one side with silver snowflakes and blue on the other with white snowflakes. The 3"" x 6"" place cards are shipped flat and can be folded for a classic tent style! This is the final touch of elegance for your winter celebration! Place cards are sold in sets of 20.

Snowflake Winter Wonder Guest Book and Pen Set

Every detail on this snowflake guest book and pen set is a
beautiful reflection of the wonders of winter. From the touchable embossed velvet to the exclusive snowflake that features a glacier blue square cut stone, this set is truly one of a kind. The guest book accomodates 530 names and measures 9 1/2"" x 6 1/2"".

Eat your Oreo's in style!

I like cute. I like fun. These are some fun cookies (or they could be favors) ... but what would be more fun... Get the cookies for the happy couple; buy the Martini glass ... and let them down the OREOs in style. With either a Martini glass full of cheerey liquid or heck,... milk!

Good Fortunes Chocolate Covered Wedding Oreos, Box of 9 Make the happy couple even happier with these yummy Oreos®. Each Oreo in this 9-piece set is dipped in milk chocolate and decorated with pastel sprinkles, flowers and hearts. Packaged in a gold box. A great gift for the newlyweds or as a wedding favor.

Lolita Love My Martini by Santa Barbara Wedding Martini

Weather you're a shopaholic or a chocoholic, a beach bunny or a party girl, there is a special martini glass for you. These hand-painted martini glasses from Lolita are all whimsically named and themed. They also all come with a fun surprise, an individual martini recipe painted on the bottom! These delightful glasses make a perfect gift for any occasion or a great addition to your own collection.

Pleated Wedding Shoes... Reminiscent of the Glamour Days!

Like shoes? Want something reminiscent of the 40s and 50s, here are two great pairs of wedding shoes that will pull the retro look off for you. Heck they'd look great even if you were going for the new "millenium look!"

Pink Black Lace Pumps Bridal Shoes Pleated Wedding
Mauve/pink matte material with black lace trim and velvet ribbon bows. Pleated upper and rounded toe. Great for special occassions. Under $20.00!

White Wedding Pumps w/pink Lace Bridal Shoes. Perfect for special occassions with the soft pink trim and the lacey, pleated look. These pumps will not go out of style and will compliment Perfect for special occassions with the soft pink trim and the lacey, pleated look. These pumps will not go out of style and will compliment your wardrobe.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month - Give a Gift of Charity

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. Plain and Simple. And, if you know someone who has been through any type of Cancer, you know how devastating it is. If you are planning a wedding and want to purchase a meaningful gift for your wedding party, mothers of the groom and bride or even yourself... this is the perfect gift. It's $125.00, beautiful and unique and a real steal from Baily Banks and Biddle. Plus, the jewelry store will give free Fed Ex shipment on this. In a way you are giving 2 gifts -- one to your friends and one to Cancer research. More importantly it will make you feel good. : )

Affordable & Beautiful

Laura Gibson Breast Cancer Awareness Bracelet

Exclusive to Bailey Banks & Biddle, this stunning sterling
silver piece by Laura Gibson is aglow with freshwater cultured
pearls, rose quartz, pink tourmaline, white crystal and a pink
breast cancer charm. 10% from the purchase of each bracelet goes
directly to Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Only $125.00 with
complimentary Fed Ex Shipping.

It's the BALM -- The Sexpot Series of Makeup -- Love it!

I have a new set of favorite cosmetics. The new "The Balm" or "Sexpot Series" is fantastic. Great makeup at a great price... and I love, love, love the packaging. Lots of minerals to help the complexion. Affordable and the titles make you laugh. What more could a glam girl ask for? And there is a whole line of colors, shades and products. I only listed 3 -- but I'll tell you -- it's fun going through the whole gamut of this line!

TheBalm Hot Mama

What it is:A true all-in-one essential: sexy shadow, striking blush, subtle highlighter, and light-reflecting lip finisher tucked inside a go-anywhere compact.

What it is formulated to do:

The pinky-peach hue adds a splash of color to cheeks, a hint of shimmer to the lids, and illuminates your finest features.

theBalm Overshadow 100% Mineral Makeup, If You're Rich I'm Single

Overshadow
the sexpot series

If You're Rich, I'm Single ~ Mauve Pewter

The new Overshadow Series from theBalm features a collection of 100% pure mineral pigments in wearable colors that add a luxe look to the lid, taking the most subtle daytime shadow and amping it up for nighttime fun. Free of talc, preservatives, oil, and fragrance, this launch represents the first foray into the mineral market for theBalm.

The product allows tried and true shadow favorites to stay in the picture, but gives them a bit of an edge to make them feel fresh for a new season. The result? The Overshadow Series ~ a means by which to give the shadows already in your makeup arsenal a new dimension.

theBalm Pick-Up Liners Mini Eyeliner Pencils with Built-in Sharpener

Why start your new year off with just one man, when you can have three?
theBalm, the San Francisco based beauty company, introduces Pick-Up Liners in
three shades named after three of history's most romantic men: Casanova, Don Juan, and Romeo.

• For the playful girl in you try Casanova, a rich brown.
  
• For the ladies looking for a seductress use Don Juan, a true black.
  
• For the hopeless romantic use Romeo, a soft gray.

theBalm's new universally flattering trio of mini liners are designed to fit in the palm of your lady-like had to allow for ultimate control over your man. These easy to blend Pick-Up Liners provide a soft texture for easy application and long lasting finish. The vintage inspired packaging is on-the-go friendly and the built-in sharpener will help keep your eyes perfectly
lined and perfectly defined, and your men on point.