Featured DIY Wedding: Kate and Daryl

January 20th, 2010, by Azure

Featured Wedding by Amanda McMahon Photography Kate and Daryl had been together for over 8 years when they decided to finally tie the knot! Kate wanted to DIY as much as possible to save on cost and to really get exactly what she wanted, and she did an amazing job. From the wedding cake by Daryl's mom, to the bouquet and centerpiece done by Kate... everything went together so smoothly. Their wedding was very low key and laid back, but that didn't stop them from having a great...

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Bride Chic: Glove Chic For Your Wedding

November 13th, 2009, by Azure

About Bride Chic I was online this morning searching out gloves to pair up with some of my wedding dresses for a photo shoot. Once I ran across these awesome images I just had to do something on glove chic. Especially at this time of year when weddings get a little more formal and gloves help warm up hands and arms. Whether crocheted shorties or long, opera length lending that aspect of drama— gloves are glamorous and really tie a bridal look together. Luckily there are no rules...

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It’s A Jaime Thing: Couture Cowgirl…

September 29th, 2009, by Azure

About It's A Jaime Thing ...In D&G Blue Jean Bridal Style! Hey, all you country girls out there - have you seen the latest denim looks of Dolce & Gabbana? It's totally fun inspiration for the cowboy loving bride out there! Take a look... Pick up any of these looks from Dolce & Gabbana or just let the styles inspire you to create your own cowgirl look! Today's modern bride sticks to anything but tradition (okay so she still keeps a few traditions close to her heart) so go ahead...

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Spring Inspirations: Wedding Ideas

April 23rd, 2009, by Azure

About Always A Blogsmaid Even in the concrete jungle that I live in (New York City) we are graced with these gorgeous patches of green that are just flooded with color this time of year. Sometimes brides will ask me if a color scheme works, or where they should start with a theme or look. If you're a spring bride, you really don't need to look any further than out the window (or down the street to the park). Here is some SpringSpiration and how it looks in a wedding. Enjoy! ...

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Ever After Wedding Market: Chocolate Dream

March 20th, 2009, by Azure

About Ever After Wedding Market Express your love of everything chocolate with this inspiring theme suggested by Flyleaf Books! Chocolate has been associated with love for centuries, ever since the Mayans first discovered the potential of the cocoa plant. Embellish your cake with delicate chocolate swirls or a velvety dusting of cocoa powder. Serve hot chocolate with desert or have a chocolate tasting with plenty of champagne. The rich brown tone of chocolate looks lovely paired with...

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