ASK THE EXPERT: IS IT BAD TO PUT EXPENSIVE THINGS ON MY REGISTRY?Our expert weighs in.Posted by Carrie Denny on 2/13/2012 at 5:02PM | No Comments
 Dynamic Graphics Q: I recently heard a friend griping about expensive items on another friend’s registry, and I thought, I have nice, pricey pots and pans and things on my registry—are people saying that about mine? I intend for these things to last decades, but was I not supposed to register for anything expensive because it’s rude to guests? |
BRIDE-TO-BE BLOGGER KATHLEEN: I’LL BE A TOMS SHOES BRIDEPosted by Carrie Denny on 2/10/2012 at 12:43PM | 3 Comments
 Kathleen's wedding shoes! Photo, toms.com. Shoes. I’ve been focusing a little too much about shoes these days. Mainly, I’m trying to figure out what all of the bridesmaids should wear on their feet—for both the ceremony and the reception. I’m not going to force them to all buy the same shoes, but since the ceremony will take place on grass, I have made the recommendation that they all wear either flats or wedges. But because I’m thinking that the odds of them all picking out shoes that will coordinate with each other are very slim, I’ve been thinking of purchasing each of them a pair of TOMS as a gift. (I am totally going to be rocking a pair of TOMS at the reception, so I thought it might be cute if each bridesmaid had a pair, too.) |
MICHAEL & ASHLEY AT THE HOTEL DU PONTGet inspired by this gorgeous local celebration ...Posted by Carrie Denny on 2/8/2012 at 5:36PM | No Comments
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GROOMS CAN PINTEREST, TOO!Posted by Carrie Denny on 2/6/2012 at 4:54PM | 1 Comment
 iStockphoto (Or is it pin? So confusing: Facebook is both the thing and the verb; Twitter is the thing, Tweet is the verb; Pinterest is the thing, pin is the verb?) Anyway. It was with great joy today that we read our colleague’s piece over on The Philly Post, which was, of all things, about dudes on Pinterest! The writer, Brian Howard, became curious about Pinterest mostly because it was a new social networking site he kept hearing about, though he had no idea what it was. He investigated, joined, fiddled around, and found a few things out—namely: |
MATTHEW & MEGAN AT THE RACQUET CLUBGet inspired by this gorgeous local celebration ...Posted by Carrie Denny on 2/3/2012 at 3:51PM | No Comments
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FEBRUARY’S DESIGNER TRUNK SHOWSGot a designer in mind for your dream wedding dress? Check out our list of area trunk shows to see if your favorite is coming to town …Posted by Carrie Denny on 2/3/2012 at 3:21PM | No Comments
 Lina by Monique Lhuillier; photo courtesy of the designer. Feb 9-12: Peter Langner Truck Show You’ll receive 10 percent savings if you order any of the featured designer’s dresses during the trunk show; call to make an appointment. Feb 16-19: Monique Lhuillier Trunk Show You’ll receive 10 percent savings if you order any of the featured designer’s dresses during the trunk show; call to make an appointment. The Wedding Pavilion at Van Cleve, Paoli Feb 9-11: San Patrick Bridal Trunk Show You’ll receive 10 percent savings if you order any of the featured designer’s dresses during the trunk show; call to make an appointment. Feb 16-18: Sara Gabriel and Toni Federichi Accessories Trunk Show You’ll receive special incentives to order the featured designer’s accessories during the trunk show; call to make an appointment. Feb 16-25: Badgley Mischka Bridal Trunk Show You’ll receive 10 percent savings if you order any of the featured designer’s dresses during the trunk show; call to make an appointment. Bridals by Danielle, Philadelphia Feb 10-12: Alvina Valenta Trunk Show You’ll receive special incentives to order the featured designer’s dresses during the trunk show; call to make an appointment. Feb 17-19: Tara Keely Trunk Show You’ll receive special incentives to order the featured designer’s dresses during the trunk show; call to make an appointment. Feb 10-11: Alvina Valenta Trunk Show You’ll receive special incentives to order the featured designer’s dresses during the trunk show; call to make an appointment. Feb 17-18: Haute Bride Trunk Show You’ll receive special incentives to order the featured designer’s dresses during the trunk show; call to make an appointment. Feb 10-11: Claire Pettibone Trunk Show You’ll receive 10 percent savings if you order any of the featured designer’s dresses during the trunk show; appointments preferred. Feb 15: Thomas Knoell Designs Trunk Show Call to make an appointment.
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LOCAL GOODWILL STORE HAVING A WEDDING GOWN SALEPosted by Carrie Denny on 2/2/2012 at 4:37PM | 2 Comments
If you’re going to go check it out, good luck! And report back if you find the Dress. Goodwill Pennsauken, 5461 Route 70, 856-662-1650. |
JUICE YOUR WAY TO BRIDAL BEAUTYPosted by Carrie Denny on 2/1/2012 at 4:00PM | No Comments
 Photo courtesy Erika Ianoale. Last spring, we filled you in on the Catalyst Cleanse—Philly’s very own contribution to the juicing craze that was earning rave reviews from our staff (in fact, a few more of us have done it since then!) and healthy-minded people across the city. Because while a juice cleanse isn’t going to magically (or permanently) erase a huge amount of lbs from your hips, thighs and rear, they can be a great way to jumpstart more balanced eating, a diet, a new workout program, or just a general commitment to a more healthy lifestyle. Actually, juice cleanses are an awesome way to do all that—which makes them extremely popular among brides trying to whip themselves into shape for their Dress day—oops—we mean wedding day. |
ASK THE EXPERT: HOW DO I MAKE MY DIY MAKEUP STAY PUT?Philly hair stylist and makeup artist Claudia Seyler gives us her best tips ...Posted by Carrie Denny on 1/31/2012 at 5:35PM | No Comments
 iStockphoto Question: My budget is tight, and I’m pretty good at doing makeup, so I’m going to do my own the day of my wedding. But I’m worried about it lasting—I’ll be getting ready around 11 a.m. and it needs to stay in place until 11 that night. What can I do to make it last? Answer: Hair and makeup artist Claudia Seyler takes her hat off to any bride doing her own makeup, she says — and she’s got a list of helpful tips to make it all go smoothly. |
SEAN & CAITLIN AT THE INN AT PENNGet inspired by this gorgeous local celebration ...Posted by Carrie Denny on 1/26/2012 at 3:16PM | No Comments
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