Weddings Fresh

WEDDINGS FRESH!!!

2008-09-08T07:00:00.000-07:00

YAY!!! i am so excited to announce that weddings fresh has been totally revamped and we have moved! with the wonderful and creative help of kelly de luca from glamour this! blog, we have finally made weddings fresh into what i have dreamed of for these past months!!!

it has been such a joy to work with kelly--she is not only a wedding blogger, but a designer of wedding invitations, jewelery, and a fabulous graphic designer!! if any of you are in the need of design help check her work out. thank you, thank you, kelly :)

so not to confuse everyone, please visit weddings fresh at http://www.weddingsfresh.blogspot.com/ from now on. i am so excited to see you there!

gown friday!

2008-09-05T07:30:00.000-07:00

it's friday!! wheew! this week went by fast--today i want to share romona keveza's couture spring 2009 collection. known for her shapely design and gowns that are as much timeless as they are modern, her spring 2009 collection is no exception. i am completely in love with the asymmetrical trumpet skirts--the gown above is just to die for--any bride would be a showstopper in this! and it seems she has crossed over to a little non-traditional with bold colors...the gowns are gorgeous and don't be hesitant to make a statement. you could never go wrong in romona keveza, even if it's royal blue :)

photo credits

we're moving!

2008-09-03T07:30:00.000-07:00

sooo great! check these "we're moving" annoucements from shredlines on etsy. i'm not moving anytime soon, but this sure makes me want to!!

fall flowers

2008-09-02T07:30:00.000-07:00

we had a great, busy weekend, but one thing i realized, it's quickly turning to fall here in porltand! yay! fall is my favorite season. i love the clothes, the food, the smell and feel of the air...ahh i can't wait.

although any flower from any season and from any country is basically available at the drop of a hat these days, it is definitely not the most cost effective choice for the majority of brides out there :) so, in honor of our up and coming fall season i thought we could look at some beautiful and perhaps less known flower options for the fall wedding season. these flowers are available through most of fall and some are year round--and of course these are not the only options you have.

it's important to have a good understanding of what you are working with when you are planning your flowers, especially in fall and winter. it's easy to dream big about peonies and ranunculus' billowing from your bouquet in october or february but it's just not going to happen. i would suggest searching through flower books--martha stewart and real simple both have books with good direction and creative ideas for flowers in season. this will help give you a better idea of what to expect with your florist.

{zinnia}

{gerbera daisy}

{hydrangea}

{japanese anemone}

{spray rose}

{stephanotis}

{amaryllis}

{chrysanthemum}

{cockscomb}

{dahlia}

{garden rose}

{photo credits}

gown friday!

2008-08-29T07:30:00.000-07:00

i cannot believe that it's basically september already...this summer has just flown by! i hope you enjoy your friday and holiday weekend! here is christos spring 2009 collection. his use of fabrics and old world lace is absolutely stunning!

{photo credits}

Marit Hanson Weddings

2008-08-28T07:30:00.000-07:00

today i would like to "officially" introduce you to marit hanson weddings. i have eyed her work long ago and featured her designs for some unique save the date ideas, but thankfully yesterday i got in contact with her and have some more to share!!

my personal favorite are these first two; they are actually two options of a single design she created for a client. the bride and groom were married at a country club, and without going "cheesy matchy" marit decided to incorporate the "polka dots" on the golf ball for in the invitation. i love it! wonderfully simple, but as always with style and creativity.

sweet flowers

2008-08-26T07:14:00.000-07:00

it is always an interesting endeavor when you have little ones leading the way for the bride, but is also always one of the sweetest parts of your wedding. and perhaps to add to the sweetness factor of your flower girls check out these flower handbags from the other sister on etsy. all perfectly hand created and fashioned, and can be custom ordered to perfectly match your bouquets and flower arrangements. so great!

chic bridesmaids

2008-08-25T10:07:00.000-07:00

check these fabulous dresses out from net-a-porter! such chic bridesmaid dress and perfect for the fall season coming up--love them!

{marchesa}

{vera wang}

{diane von furstenberg}

{miu miu}

{bamford}

{lela rose}

gown friday!

2008-08-22T07:30:00.000-07:00

good morning and what a wonderful friday it is! i hope you enjoy these gowns from j crew. ahh, they are just beautiful and oh so affordable! i love ending the week with j crew :)

reader question II

2008-08-19T10:36:00.000-07:00

to continue with our reader question today, i thought i would offer a couple of inspiration boards to get the ideas flowing. i think because the ceremony/reception site is so beautiful, it might be best to go with simple touches on your tables--bright fresh lemons, blue tinted bottles, or vibrant yellow flowers in white ceramic vases. it's nice when you don't have to dress up the site too much!

these two looks offer just an airy feel with beautiful bursts of color. i know that blue wasn't perhaps one of the main colors nancy mentioned, but after seeing a picture of the gordon lodge, i thought you could play up the blue of lake michigan and the seaside theme.

any more ideas? let us know what you think!

lemon centerpiece--{martha stewart}
pale yellow & green bouquet--{brides.com}
dress--{j crew}
drinks--{brides.com}
flowers in white vase--{brides.com}
cake--{martha stewart}

amsale bridesmaid dress

all images--{brides.com}

reader question

2008-08-18T14:13:00.000-07:00

oh talk about a late start! oh man. but i wanted to get this one in before the end of the day. i have a reader question from nancy and would love to enlist the help of all our weddings fresh readers. and just for some general direction, i have shown an overhead shot of the location of her wedding at gordon lodge--absolutely fabulous. if anyone out there is near baileys harbor, wi you should check this place out! here goes:

I am in the midst of planning my wedding (June
6th 2009) and all I have is a location and swatch of fabric for an
inspiration board. I was wondering if you or your readers could help
me with a couple things.

First, I'm looking for a red dress for my bridesmaids. I'd like to
find a cocktail dress that doesn't look like a typical bridesmaid
dress - just something classy for a Saturday afternoon outdoors
wedding.

I am also trying to figure out what my tables will look like. I
really like different tones of yellow together, with accents of red,
green and light blue [...] The ceremony will be
outside on the shore of Lake Michigan, and the reception will be in a
sunny room on the shore as well (Gordon Lodge, Baileys Harbor, WI).

I guess I just don't know how to go forward in the general design.
What's the next step? Any suggestions?

--Nancy

okay ladies, you have anything for nancy? color pallets, bridesmaid direction, tablescape ideas; whatever you got we would love to hear it!

gown friday!

2008-08-15T09:17:00.000-07:00

i hope you have a wonderful weekend!

this is amy michelson's spring 2008 collection. enjoy!

{photo credits}

wonderful graffiti wedding

2008-08-13T18:34:00.000-07:00

it has been a while since i have checked out wonderful graffiti wedding and i am so glad i did! there are so many great ideas for personalizing your wedding--i love it!! you can create any color palete and design you need to complement your wedding, as well as your monogram or special message. it's these little touches that really finish off your look. and if you can't buy these from wonderful graffiti wedding, turn it into inspiration for a diy project!

soul mates photography

2008-08-12T09:13:00.000-07:00

since we are talking about invitation ideas, check this one out. i have just recently met a wonderful photographer and fantastic person, melissa tomeoni, who is the creative eye and designer of soul mates photography here in portland. and during our great cup of coffee (well, her coffee because i am prego and can't have it!!) she showed me this invite. i absolutely LOVE this idea. this couple took their engagement photos and made a colorful tri-fold invite for their guests, including the cutest postcard of themselves for a rsvp! i think this is a wonderful idea for couples to introduce themselves and show off their personalities to their family and friends--especially if you have a spouse-to-be who is not so familiar to everyone coming to your wedding.

melissa also sent me some of their engagement shots that help create their invitation look. thank you so much melissa!!! we shall see more of her and soul mates photography soon!

studio olivine

2008-08-11T08:51:00.000-07:00

good morning and happy monday--wow, do i feel refreshed from this weekend!! i hope you all do as well :) and when we got back last night i was so excited to see some e-mails from a good friend of mine julie dutton from studio olivine about her latest invitation endeavor! i've been anxiously awaiting her newest designs and this one is just gorgeous. she's never one to disappoint!

my eye is always drawn to letterpress and handmade paper--there is nothing like it. and since i am not the letterpress expert, i wanted her to share with you her vision and process for this invite:

So these were a really fun project. Their wedding theme is Damask. So everything relates to that pattern in some way. They came to me and said they wanted Damask, but nothing that was flowery. So I hit the fabric store and got some inspiration. They really wanted something inclusive, so I decided to design this as a folder with a pocket. The large plum colored pattern was printed with one giant wood block letterpress plate. The pockets were scored and glued on the corners by Elisabeth (my helper) and I. Then on the invitation, I used a pale lilac wash version of the Damask placed behind the text so that people's eyes would get a chance to breathe a bit, but everything would still be tied together. The rsvp cards were stuffed into the pockets. Total this took 9 different letterpress plates. There were 200 invitations, so that means that it took a total of 1,800 times through the letterpress to finish the project. Two full days of work. A labor of love, indeed.

i hope we will see more of studio olivine's designs soon! thanks so much, julie!!

purple inspiration

2008-08-06T08:50:00.000-07:00

good morning! i hope your week is going well so far...well, i am headed out of town today and i couldn't be more excited!! it's our 2 wedding anniversary & my birthday coming up in the next week so we are off to celebrate. and yes, without our little one :) it's just till sunday, but we are in definite need for relaxation and sun. so i encourage you to check out all the days you might have missed here on weddings fresh and enjoy the archives until i return.

for today, i was inspired by this purple & white room from coco + kelley. though purple is probably my least favorite of colors, i just couldn't take my eyes off of this room. stunning.

purple room--coco+kelley blog

oscar de la renta spring collection 2009

purple linen--bbj linen

cake display--brides.com

table scape--cottage living

purple room--project wedding

old fashioned delight

2008-08-04T07:30:00.000-07:00

poppies--tim evan-cook

flower pin--jennifer behr

heirloom tomatoes--matt bites

tara keely spring 2009 collection

creamy candles--cecily ink blog

old fashioned jar--southern weddings blog

chalkboard & rustic food display--brides.com

gown friday

2008-08-01T07:30:00.000-07:00

good morning! i want to thank all of you for your comments and e-mails about my little announcement, you are too kind. and more than just congratulating me, i really enjoy hearing from you readers! thank you for even checking this little blog out--i love wedding so much, it's great to meet all of you who do too :)

i hope your friday is wonderful and as well as your weekend. and for today i chose some gowns from the vineyard collection spring 2009--i basically love anything they design to begin with, but this season is just such simple elegance. and if you have been with me here for long, i am all about simple and elegant :)

{photo credits}

blush & bashful

2008-07-30T09:14:00.000-07:00

perhaps a more modern approach to the classic "blush & bashful" :)

tree lighting--{sandra lane}

flowers in vase--{polly wreford}

roses & wine--{tim evan-cook}

carolina hererra spring 2009 collection

flower stamped cake--{martha stewart}

rosemary sea salt--{martha stewart}

plum party!

2008-07-29T10:18:00.000-07:00

we all know that wedding supply sites can be slightly overwhelming and more likely than not, cheesy. it's hard to sift through all of the ruffles and tulle and pink bows to find that one item that may fit in with your day--in fact it's just plain so annoying sometimes, i don't know how you ladies can do it! but today, i have found a website called plum party. now of course you may not like everything you see, but i have to say it's my favorite one-stop-party-shop i have found! i'm even inspired to just throw a party of my own with some of their great ideas. the website is really easy to use and they even offer some of their own stylish tips to help. and how fabulous are those turquoise vases above? those are my absolute favorites! i've picked out a couple other items i thought were really great and fun to incorporate into your wedding:

succulent candle in a clay pot--so great for centerpieces!

bulb in a bag--i love this idea! something your guest can truly enjoy from season to season!

this pitcher is just classic for a vase or even just keeping iced tea & lemonade available on the tables. i love the simplicity and the charm!

these cylinder glow candles would add such a beautiful glow to a warm summer's evening.

a little announcement...

2008-07-28T08:18:00.000-07:00

i hope your weekend was wonderful! mine was so wonderful. and isn't centerpiece wonderful? i just love the colors. i found this on blum design in flowers blog. i love it when i discover new vendors in portland!

so i guess i have a little announcement to make this morning...i've been waiting to spill the beans for a while, but i was trying to wait a little bit before i started to talk about it...well, i'm prego! yep, that's right again :) i understand that i don't really talk too much about my personal life here on weddings fresh, but i am married to a fabulous man and have a 9.5 month old son. and yes, my children will be very close in age (17 months apart to be exact), but we are excited to grow our family! the hardest part about this right now is just how sick i have been. to be honest, my sporadic posting and, as i am so sorry to admit, the quality of my posts have been so-so because it is so hard to do anything but take care of my son in the morning in between trips to the bathroom and laying down--eehhh!! :) but, i pray that it shall soon be over. anyway, i hope you stay with me through this exciting time because i have tons more to do here on weddings fresh--and of course i will be keeping you updated on my new little one.

and since i am being "personal" today, i thought i would share the most adorable picture i have of my son right now :) one of my best friends, mindy strauss, who just so happens to be one of the most talented photographers i know, was watching my little guy the other day and snapped this shot.

gown friday!

2008-07-25T07:56:00.000-07:00

oh happy days, it's friday! this will be the first weekend in a while that we really don't have anything planned--and i like that :) i hope all of you have a wonderful time off too. so i leave you with a little oscar. oscar de la renta of course! enjoy.

{photo credits}

myjones

2008-07-24T10:18:00.000-07:00

{photo credits}

how great is having your very own personalized jones soda bottle?! and it's real simple: just go to the website at myjones.com and to start your order --you can choose the flavor, the message on the bottle, the picture you want, and order as many as you need.

love it!!

inspiration from some good things

2008-07-23T10:12:00.000-07:00

it's been quite a while since i have done one of these--i have had kind of a drought when it comes to inspiration lately. i guess perhaps, dare i say it, i am ready for some fall weddings?? well maybe not completely ready :) anyway...i was loving martha's good things so much yesterday i decided to put a couple together for this inspiration board. hope you enjoy!

rose petal pathway--martha stewart

melissa sweet spring 2009 collection

party favors--rebecca thuss

bridesmaid dress--herve leger

frozen beverages & glasses--martha stewart

ice cream cups--martha stewart

good things

2008-07-22T09:43:00.000-07:00

i was searching around the web and realized i hadn't peaked in on martha in a while and found these great diy ideas--there is a reason martha calls these her "good things" :) there are so many others to choose from but here, she has biodegradable confetti, silk program covers, personalized postcard thank you's, and a great potted plant for your centerpieces. the search for the newest and most creative will always be there and i hope this inspires you to continue!!

gown friday!

2008-07-18T07:30:00.000-07:00

i am so glad i am able to post these gowns today--i just found out that giambattista valli is now entering into the glorious world of bridal wear, and his spring 2009 collection is absolutely wonderful. i am completely drawn to everything he has created--such clean lines and gorgeous simple details. anything from the beach wedding to retro chic--including the one above which is my favorite!!! i think if i had the ability to design my own gowns, they would be very similar. though we must be honest: i have no ability whatsoever, or else i would not be here right now :)

oh, but how i wish i could just have that to wear to a black tie event!

fun coasters!

2008-07-17T09:02:00.000-07:00

i am suffering through some technical difficulties around here--mainly because my little 9 month old has decided that mom's computer is a play toy and because of this it's not working correctly :) hopefully by next week i shall have this all figured out!! so hang with me.

i found the cutest idea: magnetic chalkboard coasters! what a great idea for place setting cards. love it. check them out at vitamin d(esign) for more details.

getaway in style

2008-07-15T07:30:00.000-07:00

ever just want to get away?? i have been dying to so lately--i don't know why i have the itch so bad, but we hopefully i'll be able to take a little break in the middle of august. and until then i shall continue to lust upon luggage, bathing suits, and summer dresses that will make my vacation a little more stylish :) now, these pieces below will not be joining me on the trip but who doesn't want to travel with this kind of style?! honeymoon getaway is no exception!

{j crew}

{pottery barn}

gown friday!

2008-07-11T09:00:00.000-07:00

is it just me or did this week seem to move in slow-mo?? well, i'm just thankful it's finally the weekend! so today i wanted to show some gorgeous grecian gowns i have been lusting over the past couple of weeks. so gorgeous. see you on monday :)

{carolina herrera}

{jenny peckham}

{monique lhuillier}

{vera wang}

{birnbaum & bullock}

{photo credits}

bridal hair accessories

2008-07-09T08:00:00.000-07:00

morning! i found these fun hair pins and combs on naugi.com--such a beautiful touch. check out their website--they have TONS of other jewelry, veils, and headpieces to choose from.

country inspired

2008-07-07T07:30:00.000-07:00

i hope all of you had a wonderful 4th of july weekend!

i thought this would be a nice inspiration board for summer--a nice breezy wedding in a beautiful country setting, and i think this dress is perfect for a "backyard" feel.

{carolina herrera wedding gown}

{ceremony chairs--brides.com}

{boat--brides.com}

{fabric swatch--rubie green}

{flowers--instyle weddings}

{drinks--brides.com}

{white cake & chandelier--project wedding}

gown fri..thursday :)

2008-07-03T08:00:00.000-07:00

ahhh...it's almost the weekend!

since i am going to be out of town tomorrow for the 3 day weekend i thought i would do gowns early! today enjoy a little of kenneth pool's spring 2009 spring collection. it just reminds me of a dreamy wedding--luxurious fabrics, amazing silhouettes, and gorgeous lines. i hope you have a wonderful weekend and i'll see you on monday!

{photo credits}

erin gallagher jewelry

2008-07-02T07:30:00.000-07:00

these pieces of jewelry are soo fabulous i would have bought a couple on the spot if i wasn't on a budget right now! erin gallagher jewelry had created some wonderfully unique, chic designs that are just inspiring. you can buy everything of hers online or even host one of your own jewelry parties :) she also offers custom designs to perfectly match the vision for your wedding day.

greens, white & black

2008-07-01T07:41:00.001-07:00

green placesetting--polly wreford

tablescape--maria mcbride

romona keveza wedding gown--brides.com

black & white desert--rebecca thuss

collins wedding invite--the lettered olive

hot monday

2008-06-30T09:30:00.000-07:00

good morning! i'm not feeling too well this morning...allergies are killing me! and to add to that we just had one of the hottest weekends EVER in portland and i think i am still recovering. so because i just want to hang out in my bathing suit all day because i am so hot (we do not have air conditioning in our little house--ahhh!) so in honor of hottness i wanted to share this vintage suit with you. i fell in love with this one while ago when i first spotted it on all things bright & beautiful--LOVE IT! you can find it at abaete.

how can you not feel glamorous and gorgeous in this??? perfect for your honeymoon!

gown friday!

2008-06-27T07:30:00.000-07:00

almost every friday i try not to put as many pictures of gowns in my post, but each friday its get harder and harder to cut myself off! ...so i'll just continue:)

today i am featuring carolina herrera--her gowns of course are gorgeous, but she offers some amazingly modern embellishments that are just stunning. perfect for the bride who wants to make a statement at on her big day. though these gowns are from her 2009 spring preview collection, the one above (that's my fav!) is from 2008. i think it's so romantic, but in no way stuffy--a beautiful balance of innocence and sexy.

{photo credits}

monique's table

2008-06-26T07:30:00.000-07:00

okay, who doesn't want to be monique lhuillier -- just for a day? so when i came across this tablescape done by her for house beautiful it definitely sealed the deal for me. okay, at least could i be one of her close friends? :) what that really means is, her style is AMAZING and i absolutely love everything she does. and it seems that her house is just as gorgeous as her designer gowns! this is perfect for a luxe rehearsal dinner--love it.

glam clutches

2008-06-25T09:04:00.000-07:00

in need of some extra to glam up your bridal wardrobe? go with the clutch! and with exceptional bead work all in 100% silk, moyna bags offers the perfect accessory for the modern chic bride. check out her online store with plenty of bags and clutches to choose from--so many, it's hard to decide!

edith meyers cakes

2008-06-24T07:29:00.000-07:00

i was checking out some edith meyers' cake blog yesterday and check this cake out above...can you guess how she got that toasted marshmellow look to it?? yep, you're right, a blow torch! fabulous! she even has a little pic of her in the process on her blog--and i think the best part is what's inside: each tier includes several layers of fresh organic bananas or strawberries, between layers of chocolate/hazelnut and whipped cream/strawberry combinations. to die for! below are some more examples of edith's wonderful work.

blog love!

2008-06-23T07:30:00.000-07:00

morning! and here's a little blog love to start us off: i have to say a huge THANK YOU to the ladies at the bliss event group for having me as a guest blogger this past week--it was so much fun! as you may well know, i LOVE to create inspiration boards and to do so for a week was fabulous! hopefully we will be having those girls come and visit us here at weddings fresh soon :) if you haven't had a chance to see them you should take a look! and here is one of my favorite inspiration board from last week:

priscilla of boston

{love luck & angels}

{zebra print tray--the macbeth collection}

{bouquet--martha stewart}

{save the date--cici new york}

{fabric--bbj linens}

{champagne--brides.com}

{cake--rebecca thuss}

{marc jacobs clutch via this is glamorous}

{jimmy choo heels via this is glamorous}

{donna karen dress via this is glamorous}

gown friday!

2008-06-20T07:30:00.000-07:00

happy beautiful friday!! enjoy these fabulous gowns from one of my favorite designers, ines di santo. can i please just borrow the one above and wear it around for a night??? pleeease?? :)

have a wonderful weekend and see you on monday!

{photo credits}

lovely green & rustic wood

2008-06-19T07:30:00.000-07:00

angel sanchez wedding gown

reception decor--instyle weddings

table setting--instyle weddings

cake--brides.com

green wedding invitation--wedding paper divas

moonstone necklace--poppytalk handmade by karin grow

bridal bouquet--brides.com

paper cupp design

2008-06-18T08:30:00.000-07:00

okay ladies, i am so excited to announce this!! i have been recently introduced to a fabulously creative woman and the beautiful brains behind papercupp--she has all kinds of crazy talents in design and one, and thus being her obsession for the moment, is paper! her wedding invitations are wonderful!! and today, amy beth cupp dragoo, thus her company name ABCD design, is unveiling her new website. amy's unique funky style comes through in her work in such beautiful ways--these invitations are saturated with personality and style. you definitely need to check her out!!!

flower love

2008-06-18T07:30:00.000-07:00

i am in such dire need to see anything that resembles glorious sun and beautiful spring that i wanted to share some pics of flowers today. it has been such a dismal spring for us over her in portland, oregon--and contrary to common belief, we do have sun, not always rain :) and flowers just bring such joy, i just needed a little bit of that today...plus these are some great ideas for any kind of flower decor for your fabulous wedding. i LOVE the hydrangea and calla lily, with over sized palm on the chair!!

{instyle weddings}

{australia entertains}

{martha stewart}

{ngoc minh ngo}

{instyle weddings}

pink frosting!

2008-06-17T07:30:00.000-07:00

hey ladies, i found this fun website from down under called pink frosting. it's kind of a one stop shop to little accents to any party and celebration you might be having--especially weddings!

guest blogging--bliss event group!

2008-06-16T07:58:00.000-07:00

morning, morning! i am so excited to let you know this week i will be guest blogging with the girls over a bliss event group! such an honor and my very first guest blog appearance!! so you need to go check them out--their weddings are beautifully put together; they have such attention to detail and an amazing way of catching essence of each of their bride & grooms! no wonder they are the south's #1 wedding planning event company. fabulous!

and isn't this inspiration board fantastic? the bliss girls used this board to create one of their most memorable weddings ever--"a little modern twist on glamour".

love it!

blue monday

2008-06-16T07:30:00.000-07:00

good morning and happy monday!

isn't this board just a dream? i absolutely love blue. enjoy!!

melissa sweet bridesmaid dress

reception hall--instyle weddings

blue dream invitation--ceci new york

vera wang gown

bridal bouquet--martha stewart weddings

table setting--martha stewart weddings

candy cake--rebecca thuss

wedding gowns...ouch!!

2008-06-13T13:30:00.000-07:00

and the answers are.....(i'm hearing a drum roll...)

from david's bridal: $499!!! amazing price!!

lela rose: $9,950

seriously, to die for--well, you'll die when you have to write that check...but i love this dress :)

romona keveza: upon request

this gown is stunning. stunning. and completely out of my budget!! ha--well, i'm already married but it would have been out of my budget for sure.

that is it for our lovely week of dressed obsessed--i should stop before we all go bankrupt or even more in debt :) thanks for joining me. have a wonderful weekend and dream of wedding gowns until i see you on monday!

dressed obsessed final day!

2008-06-13T07:30:00.000-07:00

for our final day of dressed obsessed i thought it would be fun to see just how expensive our wedding gown tastes are. i am always a little shocked when i find the prices of some of the gowns i become obsessed with--but in a way it makes me feel slightly better; at least i could have NEVER bought those gowns for my own wedding even if they were available :)

...so with the help of the new york wedding guide, shop-a-matic, lets play a little game...there are plenty of dresses here, all of which are from a wide variety of prices. can you guess which one is only $599, which one is $9,950, or perhaps the one that you need to call and request a price for??? comment with your guesses and later today i shall reveal them to you!! good luck... :)

wedding gowns III

2008-06-12T14:30:00.000-07:00

since we have been visiting hollywood glam...

i have been sitting on these gowns for a long while now and i am so glad that i get to share them with you...going back into the world of charm, unabashed glamour, and high society, these vintage masterpieces are exquisitely preserved and the real deal. i know there are a bunch of you out there who can pull this look off and i say "do it!!"--i only wish i could be vintage. i love it...so check out the frock and buy your fabulously glam gown now!!!!

take a look at this dress...i know, not really what you want for your bridal gown (or perhaps a destination wedding!), but seriously, the only thing missing is a white washed miami hotel, a vintage convertible, and a over-sized floppy wide-brimmed hat...love it!!

wedding gowns II

2008-06-12T11:00:00.000-07:00

i can't get enough of jenny packham's bridal collection for 2008!!! raved as the "queen of red carpet glamour" by vogue.com, jenny packham's catwalk inspired designs incorporate sensual fabrics and slim lines that creates such a beautifully feminine bridal collection. absolutely gorgeous contemporary hollywood glamour. i hope you fall in love as i have.

dressed obsessed--day four!!

2008-06-12T07:30:00.000-07:00

welcome back and thank you very much for visiting this week during our dressed obsessed series!! we finally have come to the greatest obsession of all...wedding gowns! so to kick us off, i have borrowed some fabulous fashion shots from what junebug loves--i love her blog by the way!! so here, photographed by the oh so talented john & joseph photography, is a bridal collection from luly yang couture. i am in love with the shots above--gorgeous!!

flower girls III

2008-06-11T14:30:00.000-07:00

for the final flower girl post in this dressed obsessed bonanza, i got sucked into the pegeen custom dresses on their website...so many options to choose from and such gorgeous colors, fabrics, flowers, sashes...everything for your special little one to prepare the way for you, the lovely bride. if you are wanting to splurge and have your own visions for the dress you for sure want to check pegeen.com out. i hope you enjoyed today as well--tomorrow we will just have to jump into the bridal gowns!!

flower girls II

2008-06-11T11:30:00.000-07:00

...some more flower girl dresses, and these below are adorable for sure!!

even a couple with angel's wings--this is a definite trend right now!

us angels

alfred angelo

pegeen

dressed obsessed III

2008-06-11T07:30:00.000-07:00

morning! today we will be delving into the world of flower girl dresses--and what a world it is...seriously, i had no idea the range of styles and prices that are out there on the internet...and that isn't necessarily a good thing :) but for right now, here are some from my girl dress. too adorable and tastefully done! and if you notice, hip too--see the bubble skirt one?? cute!

rehearsal dresses III

2008-06-10T14:30:00.000-07:00

this is my last post for our dressed obsessed rehearsal dinner dresses. there are some great splurge buys i found on net-a-porter--the two above are my picks for today. fabulous! diane von furstenburg and luella. i'm in love. i hope you enjoyed today as much as i did! and come back tomorrow and we'll take a look at some flower girl dresses...

alexander wang & behnaz sarafpour

vivienne westwood anglomania

marchesa & vivienne westwood anglomania

tibi & milly

tracy reese & tibi

diane von furstenburg & roberto cavalli

t-bag & anna sui

rehearsal dress II

2008-06-10T11:30:00.000-07:00

i have fallen in love with this next designer: mint by jodi arnold.

great style for sure!!

and check these out from scape!

development & laundry

nolita de nimes & development

andrea s & nili lotan

ted baker & park vogel

nolita de nimes & max studio

dressed obsessed day II

2008-06-10T07:30:00.001-07:00

welcome to our second day of dressed obsessed!

it's time for the dress rehearsal...and what better to kick it off with j crew--my ultimate favorite! i can't ever get enough of them. enjoy!

maids part III

2008-06-09T16:12:00.000-07:00

with so many designers to choose from to end our maids day, i decided to go with the saja collection. she has fabulous style and a wonderfully fresh take on femininity. hope you fall in love as i did--and don't get nervous when you see the prints. go for it! you can definitely afford some pint style on your maids! have a good evening and see you tomorrow for some more dressed obsessed!!

maids part II

2008-06-09T10:30:00.000-07:00

here are some good finds from instyle weddings. some classic color combinations with not so classic dresses. i love these blue dresses!!!

dressed obsessed

2008-06-09T07:30:00.000-07:00

morning! i have been working on a project for about 5 days now and i have found myself obsessed with dresses--well, i guess i love dresses no matter what, but it's been especially consuming lately ;) i was actually joking with a friend the other day about how i think i could have a blog solely dedicated to dresses...and of course i would want to "test them out" first. you know, to make sure i would be able to give my complete review on them...i guess that is just an excuse to wear fabulous clothing all the time--i don't think my husband would go for that.

anyway! so i though in "honor" of my obsession i would dedicate this week to some fabulous dress finds! so first, this is for the maids. do your best girls a nice favor and pick out dresses that are not only flattering but chic too! they want to feel pretty on your big day too--well, of course not more than you :) and as much as i don't even want to think about fall (here in oregon, we haven't had a day over 70 in like 2 weeks!!! eh.), here are some good choices for fall weddings--or anytime really. but don't get stuck in an orange and brown rut just because it's harvest time! go for some color; muted brights and soft hues of pink and blue are good choices too!! so i hope you enjoy this--which ones do you like?? let me know. my fav? the green dress. love the back!!

vineyard collection & jim hjelm occasions

alvina valenta & lazaro

jim hjelm occasions & kristie kelly couture

priscilla of boston & amsale

alvina valenta & melissa sweet

gown friday

2008-06-06T07:30:00.000-07:00

another wonderful friday and some more wonderful gowns! here is the preview for reem acra spring 2009. when i think of reem acra, i instantly think of the modern classic ballgown and sophist acted design. my fav? the one above--it gives such a fantastic waistline with luxuriously draped fabric for a full skirt--gorgeous!! by for now and have a wonderful weekend!

outdoor lighting

2008-06-05T07:30:00.000-07:00

good morning! for some reason it feels like it should be friday already. wishful thinking i guess...anyway, i found these great outdoor lighting ideas from grandin road yesterday. such creative ways to add nice atmosphere to your rehearsal dinner, your wedding ceremony and reception. you don't have to buy a ton, but placing some of near path ways, in and around tables and even at entrances will put nice finishing touches on your event. and how fun are those water globes?? i've seen them in magazines before, and now we know where to get them! and those globes don't have to be in the water, you can put them anywhere. enjoy and check out grandin road!

$100,000 wedding!!! FREE

2008-06-04T10:20:00.001-07:00

okay gals, here is your chance! the wedding channel and us magazine are teaming up to offer one lucky bride a $100,000 celebrity fantasy wedding! hurry and enter fast, you only have until june 12th!!! go ahead and enter here!!

lime, white,and some pink

2008-06-04T07:30:00.000-07:00

i found this fabulous lime green and pink table setting image on bliss event group's blog (which by the way please check out because it's truly amazing!) the other day and just as she says on her blog, i could NOT stop looking at it! don't those flower arrangements just look almost edible?? it's almost an inspiration board by itself, so i didn't really add too much--it just reminds me of a luscious green, white, and a bit of pink garden affair. the short dress, limeade and a tightly tailored tablescape is just perfect for a fabulously chic afternoon event.

jennifer behr hair accessory

place setting card--instyle weddings

pink flowers & vases--instyle weddings

green limeade--instyle weddings

key lime pie--martha stewart

vineyard collection spring 2009

yellow & white

2008-06-03T12:30:00.000-07:00

i guess this just makes me smile! i know, everyone says that about yellow, but it doesn't make it any less true :) but what i like the most about this is it is so classic bride, but with such a modern hue with the bright yellow. yellow is such the "it" color for the season right now, but the tailored look of the cake, tea cups, and even the modern classic gown, mixed with the yellow adds a bit of timeless elegance that will help you look back at your wedding pictures and keep you from cringing at your trendy choices. because the last thing you want to do is choose a wedding that will date itself the second the summer turns to fall!! anyway, hope you enjoy it as much as i do--and all of oregonians need a little sunshine in the midst of our rainy june...

alvina valenta gown spring 2009

lemons--brides.com

tea cup & plates--i heart peonies

white church--it's lovely

yellow invitations--ceci new york

white chandelier--brides.com

yellow dress--jcrew.com

yellow rose--martha stewart

white clutch--lisa spagnolo

vintage lemon candies--brides.com
white cake--i heart peonies

bling without the sting

2008-06-03T07:30:00.000-07:00

okay, gals, i found this wonderfully inventive website from one of my favorite wedding blogs, the sassy wedding chicks, it's called i'm over it! you can rent, lease, and even buy fantastic jewelery for any kind of occasion. i have heard of the whole renting a designer bag for a day thing, but this is a great concept for the bride who wants to go all out on her jewelery but not pay the price for it!

you pick out your favorite pieces right on their website--including, cocktail rings, earrings, tennis bracelets, and even jewelry sets, and they send it to you and you can keep it from 14 to 30 days depending on your rental period. this is great for the bride, but also for the bridesmaids, mother of the bride, even if you want to look fabulously glittered for at your rehearsal dinner (or any dinner)! and don't forget to go to the wedding chicks blog, they are doing a i'm over it giveaway, check it out!

dream deserts

2008-06-02T07:00:00.000-07:00

i don't normally do any blog search on the weekends, but i had a little extra time on my hands...and what did i find?? the wonderful world of food blogging. oh my goodness, i could not stop looking through gobs and gobs of gorgeous, tantalizing images of food and trying to convince myself that i could begin to tackle the recipes that follow the perfectly prepared food that looked almost too good to touch--well, no, that's a lie, i wanted to jump through my laptop screen and eat the food then and there! of course i had to come back to reality and remind myself i don't do baking at all--but with that said, i had to share these images with you. i hope you enjoy them as much as i did and please check these blogs out! and as you think of unique ways to tempt your wedding guests use these as inspiration and then invite me to your wedding so i can taste :)

image: oh joy! & pretty pretty

images: matt bites & gemma comas photography

images: gemma comas photography

image: matt bites

image: sweet paul

image: matt bites

gown friday!

2008-05-30T07:30:00.000-07:00

a wedding gown trend that is all over the place is the one shoulder dress. i really like the one shoulder dress because it shows off your collar bone like a strapless gown does, but it's not so average looking. it just adds just enough to your look to make you the envy of your guests and wow your husband-to-be. my personal favorite is the vera wang gown above. absolutely fabulous as always!

vera wang & oscar de la renta

priscilla of boston

romona keveza

marchesa gown, narcisco rodriguez, and elizabeth fillmore

peter langner

shoe shine

2008-05-29T09:45:00.000-07:00

hello ladies and welcome to some good old fashioned eye candy :) i say go with metallic, shimmer, silver, gold, blush colored heels. add a little (or a lot) of sparkle and shine. my fav? the metallic basketweave chloe heel--a modern vintage feel. love it!

gucci grace high heel sandal

jimmy choo smooth leather sandal

versace strappy metalic sandal

jimmy choo leo metallic sandal

pedro garcia melany sequin peep-toe sandal

bandolino rayona

chloe basketweave metallic peep-toe sandal

christian louboutin horatio platform slingbacks

christian louboutin simple leather pumps

claudia ciuti

and yes, it's kind of like, "one of these is not like the other"...but i just LOVE this heel so i had to put it in. the blush hue is beautiful, subtle, and oh so feminine. wear this with your wedding dress, but something more fun would be your getaway dress when you exit your party!

pedro garcia dannie satin pumps

creamsicle, deep purple, & green

2008-05-28T14:00:00.000-07:00

option 2:

raspberry ice cubes--maria mcbride events

purple table setting--brides.com

creamy orange roses--brides.com

wedding invitation--ceci new york

purple tulips--brides.com

orange dress--jcrew

oranges and parasols--instyle weddings

green topiary name card holder--project wedding

purple boutonniere--brides.com

creamsicle, green, & black

2008-05-28T12:23:00.000-07:00

option 1:

lola wedding invitation--studio olivine

vintage table linen--mosaic

bridesmaid dress--brides.com

tablesetting--brides.com

hanging candles & orange tie--project wedding

orange & pink dinks--martha stewart

beautiful orange bouquet--brides.com

chic grass name card holder--project wedding

lanters--sofia crokos events

green topairy ball--project wedding

reader question: creamsicle and what??

2008-05-28T11:49:00.000-07:00

today i received a reader request for help! her sister is due to get engaged at any time now, as the family ring is being passed down in the next couple of weeks to her boyfriend, and she is in need of some wedding inspiration. she doesn't like cake and wants to have a tower of creamsicle ice cream cups instead--love it!!! as that is the main inspiration for the wedding, she would like creamsicle orange, a pale purple, and bright green for the color palette.

so with that in mind i have come up with a couple of ideas:

1. i love the creativity of the creamsicle cups! i think this is exactly what brides need to do. think beyond what tradition "says" and go with what you like. if you don't like cake, who cares!! not only will your guest appreciate the touch of personality, but you will be able to enjoy a day that is full of pieces of you!

2. the creamsicle, purple, and green combination is good, but i would like you to pick just two main colors. by doing that you can concentrate your color pallet in a specific direction and not have to worry about incorporating too many color options. if you still want all of those colors, just accent with small touches of another color.

3. you may add in different shades and variations of a specific color to add depth. for example, with the creamsicle, add in a bright orange and a deep orange, even a little bit of a orange/pink. do this in your bouquets or table settings or even your bridesmaid dresses.

4. with two colors i would make sure if you are going with a creamy orange as a main color to go BOLD with another. this will keep your wedding day from looking slightly washed out. don't be afraid of color!

Anybody out there have any suggestions for our reader??

Chic Elegance

2008-05-27T08:34:00.000-07:00

good morning and happy monday...mmm...actually tuesday! i'm a little slow this morning--it hard to get back into real life after the break! but i hope you all had a great weekend. here is an inspiration board that i just love. i initially found this image of the dress on what junebug loves blog (one of my favorite wedding blogs!!) and i just had to create with it!

fashion image--chris nicolls--what junebug loves blog

zebra print heel--malano blahnik

chandelier--brides.com

peonies--martha stewart

black dress--roksanda ilincic strapless dress

ceci new york invitation

zebra print clutch--jimmy choo

zebra print tray--the macbeth collection

table setting--martha stewart

lit ceremony--artfool

white chair cover--brides.com

zebra print girls dress--d&g

gown friday!

2008-05-23T07:30:00.000-07:00

okay not only is it almost the three-day weekend (ya!), but i am seriously just as excited for this wedding gown collection as i am for the holiday...st. pucci spring 2009 collection!!! i was so excited when i was putting this together on thursday that i almost posted it then and there because i just couldn't wait--and here it is.

i am in love with basically every single dress from the collection i found on brides.com, but i had to narrow it down to just a few so i didn't overwhelm you readers!

details. details! details!! it's all in the details and st. pucci is nothing but the details--rich embellishments, intricate hand embroidery;

designs that transcend the latest trend and delve into the handcrafted elegance of old world charm and feminine silhouettes every woman dreams of. absolutely gorgeous.

have a fantastic weekend and i will see you on tuesday!

the great outdoors II

2008-05-21T14:09:00.000-07:00

okay, so your rehearsal party is all outfitted with gorgeous decor and enticing summer food, now you need to announce your chic outdoor evening. try some of these party invitations from elum. such unique and creative modern designs that can be tailored to any event--use your invites to set the mood for your family and friends--though some of these are wedding invitations themselves, use the creativity of the design to add your own fun details for the night: a menu, themed attire, personalized note card for the guests, directions, and even a schedule of events for the up coming wedding day or weekend to follow.

the great outdoors

2008-05-21T07:30:00.000-07:00

good morning all! i thought it might be nice to show some fun ideas for an outdoor, and at home rehearsal dinner. i am blessed to have in-laws who prepared my husband and me a wonderful dinner party on their deck in multnomah village for our rehearsal dinner. it was a gorgeous summer night as we were surrounded by overgrown trees lit with lanterns and candles on each of the tables, and fantastic grilled food by my father-in-law--the night was filled with easy conversation and longtime family and friends--

surprisingly, it was just what we needed before our big day the next evening.

i found some summer menus that could go perfectly with an outdoor setting too. so rather than trying to create a personalized setting in a stuffy restaurant, take advantage of the weather and try a chic dinner party at home!

umbrella--ballard designs

drink dispensers, lanterns, & outdoor table settings--pottery barn

pink paper lanterns--estilo weddings
cushions, outdoor colorful trays, & wooden candle holders--west elm

bbq condiment set--pottery barn

colorful bowls--the source perrier collection

flatware carrier--the macbeth collection

citrus grilled chicken

avocado & jimica salad

cheddar biscuits

grilled chicken w/citrus salsa

summer berry gratin

a fresh take on a backyard favorite

pancetta cheeseburgers

balsamic mushrooms

tomato bean salad

coconut topped cupcakes

tex-mex fish tacos

grilled fish tacos
crispy shredded cabbage

grilled corn w/ Chile powder & lime

peach ice cream

*all recipes courtesy of marthastewart.com

the essentials

2008-05-19T07:30:00.000-07:00

i was reading my new real simple magazine saturday morning, in the beautiful weather, ya!!, and i found this too cute website ms. & mrs. they have great little "essentials" kits for the bride and her wedding day, the bridesmaid, and even the groom. equipped with everything from hairpins to antacid, toothpaste to earring backs! fun shower gifts and a creative, chic way to make your day go a little more carefree when those unexpected emergencies pop up!

check this one out: shemergency survival kit! fabulous! for all of those fashion blunders and unpredicted personal care mishaps we face when our best girl friend is not around--this is a kit to move you in the right direction--there is even stain and static remover! love it

Gown Friday

2008-05-16T08:00:00.000-07:00

i guess vera wang doesn't really need any introduction, does she :)

have a wonderful weekend and see you on monday!!

Portland Trunk Show

2008-05-16T07:30:00.000-07:00

there are plenty of trunk shows happening around portland--love it! so this weekend at the ania collection downtown portland, they are featuring jim hjelm bridal. please call ahead for reservations.

Colorful Gifts!!

2008-05-15T07:30:00.000-07:00

one of my new favorite places to find fun gifts is loft party. they have everything from eco-friendly, reusable bags to conversation starter games for family and friends to uniquely printed table & dishware--these are perfect for bridesmaid/groomsmen gifts and even cute little additions to place settings at your reception.

porltand sample sale!

2008-05-13T07:00:00.000-07:00

attention all you portland brides!! i am so excited to announce that divine designs is having an exclusive sample day sale this may 16th and 17th--designers' samples by vera wang, monique lhuillier, elizabeth fillmore, amsale (one of my absolute favorites!), anne barge, and many others! so call right now because space is limited--a wonderful chance for you to find that gown you have been lusting over for months! prices are anywhere from $500 to $3000.

navy part III

2008-05-12T15:00:00.000-07:00

husak design chandelier earrings

j crew dress

priscilla of boston wedding gown

blue bouquet
green boutonniere
hobo international clutch

green zen table setting from instyle weddings

zebra placesetting holder

navy part II

2008-05-12T09:02:00.000-07:00

vera wang wedding gown

eva paul invitation

j crew yellow pumps

cake by jim smeal

dress marc by marc jacobs

yellow bouquet

marni satin clutch

pitcher & yellow recipe card

rubie green fabric

table setting

navy, navy, and more navy

2008-05-12T08:14:00.001-07:00

i oh so love navy blue--in fact i just love blue, but navy blue is just so crisp and clean looking with basically anything. i realized the other day i have about 5 new items of clothing for this spring and they are either navy blue or white...and i found i have 4 pairs of pants in navy blue...i perhaps need to branch out! so here is my first board with navy blue and i haven chosen the navy and white as the two main colors and wanted to put in a collage of beautifully bright colors to be perfectly hinted in. i love this! stay tuned today for more navy blue inspiration boards!! enjoy your monday.

j crew dress

j crew shoes

wood flares

melissa sweet wedding gown

clutch

lantern i & macaroon image--sweet paul

navy blue chair tie--bbj linens

bouquet from instyle weddings

Gown Friday

2008-05-09T07:30:00.000-07:00

jcrew...understated elegance.

enjoy your weekend!!

Portland Trunk Show

2008-05-08T10:20:00.000-07:00

yay! some love for the bridesmaids!! this friday through sunday, the ania collection in downtown portland is having a trunk show (again! i love that they do so many. we need these in portland!) for jim hjelm bridesmaids. so get the girls together, try on some fabulous dresses, and get a bite to eat that the entertaining greek cusina just down the street and enjoy your weekend.

orange, pink, and red...love it!!

2008-05-08T07:30:00.001-07:00

colorful bouquet--style me pretty

invitation--paper+cup

hot pink polka-dot dress--jcrew

two-toned satin heel--jcrew

paper lantern--estillo weddings

boutanier and gorgeous flowers--zinke design blog--the knot & tapestry flowers

wedding gown--melissa sweet spring collection 2009

chic couch and pillows--brides.com

fabulous orange slice serving board--zanisa

Bliss Wedding Market

2008-05-07T09:00:00.000-07:00

are any of you brides in desperate need for your favors or finishing touches for your table settings?? well, if you haven't heard of bliss wedding market, you should check this one out. this online shop has most anything you could want--lots of fun ideas and for the most part pretty cheap.

galvanised silver mini pails

wooden deck chairs

colored medium leaf hand fans

topiary photo holder

luminous mini lanterns

tiny woven handle bags

slotted cork bottles favor kit

rice paper parasol

bubble gum dispenser

flip-flop name card holder

Jared Birt Photography Summer Promo!

2008-05-06T16:00:00.000-07:00

jared birt photography is offering a special summer promotion for weddings held in august or september of 2008 & 2009: $400 off any of their wedding packages. craziness! okay, all you brides i know who get engaged and bust out a wedding in 4 months (wait a min, that's what i did ;)) or even if your photographer is just not working out the way you have hoped this is your chance to save an extra buck with a photographer who is definitely worth the big bucks! jump on this before their remaining summer dates are gone!! for examples of his work check out his website or even look at my earlier posts of his last year weddings.

Judith Arnell Jewelers

2008-05-06T07:30:00.000-07:00

today i want to share with you one of our local jewelers, judith arnell. she is located in the pearl district and is known for her wonderfully relaxed boutique atmosphere and appreciation for the finest of stones and designs. i encourage you to check her out downtown and even visit her website--i have heard nothing but great things about her and if you are in the market for some wonderful jewelery and of course engagement/wedding rings this is the place to go!

Martha Spring Ideas

2008-05-05T07:30:00.000-07:00

it's monday! i was searching on martha stewart and found these these simple but beautiful ways to wow your guests--they will just be amazed at the stunning details and personalized touches that you took the time to incorporate into your day. it's so important to allow your individuality to show through in your wedding and these are some great ideas to start with. and you know martha always does it well!

hope you enjoy them as much as i do.

rose napkins
boxed personal cookies
carnation flowers
tea tin centerpieces

wrapped sweets

almond honey jars

sugar cookie cakes

homemade cookie buffet

miniature cookie jar
mini pies
cherry bags
berry baskets

nest centerpiece

winged wonders--butterfly paper lanterns & butterfly straws

winged placecards

cute as a button ideas

Gown Friday

2008-05-02T08:00:00.000-07:00

this friday i want to show the coming gowns from the designer lazaro because the best of lazaro trunk show at the ania collection.

for the spring 2009 lazaro had one of the most elegant collections; with wonderful delicate beading and embroidery. some of his gown's embellishments included art deco patterned embroidery and a vintage glamour--and of course, we are seeing the trumpet gowns--such a trend for this coming season. fabulous!!

have a wonderful weekend

Portland Trunk Show

2008-05-01T08:50:00.000-07:00

this weekend, friday through sunday, the ania collection in downtown portland is featuring the best of lazaro trunk show--be sure to call a head to make an appointment if you are interested in seeing his collection! the lazaro bridal collection is filled with glamorous, body-conscious shapes that transform each bride into a stunning, sophisticated creation. and with a combination of luxurious fabrics with feminine silhouettes, every lazaro bridal gown a haute couture feel.

BBJ Linens

2008-04-30T07:45:00.000-07:00

i am so excited about this website! this is one of the best fine linen rental websites i've ever come across. bbj linens has an excellent and grand inventory of fine linens, in all different colors and fabrics, including: chair covers, chair ties, napkins, table runners, and a wonderful couture line that is custom designed for their most exclusive clientele. but one of the most exciting parts of their website is the interactive "design center" where they feature their new designs or you can create your own look. it is so fun! i put together a couple of my own--obviously inspired by the orange and greens...why? ...i'm not sure. it's just so luxurious and glamours. bbj linens also has a great photo gallery to look at events they have so masterfully created. i have shown some of those as well. love it! check it out. their locations are all over the country--the seattle branch services the portland area.