Chinese Laundry ... SHOES YOU WILL LOVE !!!!!!

I just have to post this banner for two simple reason... one I love it ... it's so cute and two; I own a few pair of Chinese Laundry shoes. And honestly (cross my heart) they are the most comfortable shoes I own and they last forever. They have really adorable styles, including lines that mimic shoes from the 1940's, 1950's through the 80's and now. Trust me, they are worth checking out : )


If you want to know more ... Chinese Laundry launched in 1981 with a collection of fashion forward footwear targeted to the young women’s market. For its remarkable ability to deliver on lifestyle and lead with trend, Chinese Laundry has attracted the attention of a growing number of stars and celebrities, including Paris Hilton, Hilary Duff, Teri Hatcher, Courteney Cox, Kelly Clarkson, and Jennifer Love Hewitt. Chinese Laundry has carved a niche for itself in today's competitive market and is available in better department and specialty stores as well as boutiques nationwide.

Ooh la la... Adorable skirts for your honeymoon or shower!

I just found the absolute "BEST" place to find a great skirt ... Called the "Skirt Spot" How appropriate. They are absolutely adorable and made to fit. Offering set waistbands and elastic. A wonderful place to go if you need to find some cute duds for your honeymoon (or work) .... cute, cute, cute. Don't you need something to wear to the bridal shower?

Skylar Skirt in Teal Floral -
Indulge yourself with this rich fabric. Chocolate and turquoise create a breezy Bermuda floral print. This full circle skirt features a taut waist, chocolate sash, and a brooch to match! Click on the image to see the skirt in detail. Material: 100% cotton Length: 22 inches Care: delicate wash, line dry; or dry clean Features: side zipper, fully lined Boutique Oohlala makes your skirt when it's ordered, and aims to deliver within 10-12 business days. Review comments from our many satisfied customers, and our feature articles in Daily Candy, California Apparel News, and Los Angeles Magazine. Purchase with no worries. Our risk-free return policy makes it easy.

Lina Skirt in Cherry Blossom -
Little pairs of cherries make merry on a cream-colored canvas, while full blossoms bloom along a border trimmed in red zigzag. Three faux buttons complete this exceptionally charming piece. Click on the image to see the skirt in detail. Material: 100% cotton skirt Length: 25 inches Care: hand wash & line dry, or dry clean Features: side zipper, fully lined Boutique Oohlala makes your skirt when it's ordered, and aims to deliver within 10-12 business days. Review comments from our many satisfied customers, and our feature articles in Daily Candy, California Apparel News, and Los Angeles Magazine. Purchase with no worries. Our risk-free return policy makes it easy.

My DaVinci, Turn your photos into works of art!

Okay, one of the coolest things I have seen in a while. Has anyone seen "My DaVinci?" Cool, cool site. They can make your photos into virtually anything. An Anne Geddes piece of work, a Mona Lisa work ... or even what you see below. AND, the price is nominal. I am really surprised. Great site. Great products. Would make a great gift for yourself, your parents, siblings or friends. This link is a definite keeper : )

Personalized Waterfall Hearts Masterpiece - $ 19.95
Imagine your photo in a Waterfall HeartsRomantic fantasy. Our professional artists will create Romantic fantasy based on your photo. The coolest gift for any occasion. Satisfaction Guaranteed and free shipping.

WOW --- Payless has great deals on shoes!

Shoes for under $20.00 at Payless. I was pleasantly surpised and they offer buy one get one free on quite a few. These are a great deal especially if they are for your wedding and you only plan on wearing them once (or twice).
Abaeté for Payless Madison Peep-Toe Pump


Horizon Wedge Wide Patent birdcage cut on the upper with a 3" faux cork wedge heel makes this a must-have sandal for spring. Adjustable ankle strap. Padded footbed. Manmade materials.

Honeybunch Ribbon-Stitch Slide Wide Satiny interlaced bow adds a bit of whimsy to this sophisticated patent slide. 1 1/2" heel. Manmade materials.

Going on a Rampage : ) - Lace Dress w/ Burgundy Lining

Lace fabric makes up this capsleeve dress, Ruched down the center with sequins adorning the top. Satin burgundy lining is attached. Satin ribbon detail is attached at the waist. Invisible side zip closure. Crinoline lining creates a full a-line skirt. 32" long measured down the side seam.




Lace Dress with Burgundy Lining






Frilie - Pair this gorgeous dress with these black shoes from the House of Dereon (The Beyonce & Tina Knowles collection) and you have a grand match! Sweet and sexy platform pump. Delicate bow detail on vamp. Light fabric detail around collar. Lightly padded footbed. Synthetic sole. 3 1/2" heel.

Hello Kitty Wedding, Hello Kitty Wedding Gown and ... wow, just fun!

The First Ever Hello Kitty Wedding

For those of you who are obsessed with "Hello Kitty," you'll be pleased to know that the Daiichi Hanyu hotel chain in Japan has begun offering Hello Kitty Princess Kitty wedding packages. Your ceremony can include "Hello Kitty" and "Dear Daniel" character escorts (best man and maid of honor) for the ceremony. How cool is that?

Hello Kitty and Dear Daniel (that's the name of Hello Kitty's piano
playing; wildlife photographer boyfriend ) accompany the newly-weds at the chapel when they exchange rings and vows, escort them to the reception and of course, pose for the pictures. In some of the plans the marrying couple get stuffed Kitty's, Kitty bouquets, a Kitty ring pillow, etc, and have the option of dressing like Kitty and Daniel.

The first-ever legally valid MTR Hello Kitty ream Wedding took place February 2007, at the MTR
Hong Kong Station. Witnessed by relatives, friends and MTR passengers, bridegroom Jamie and his bride Horlick (who was dressed in the first-ever Hello Kitty wedding gown, jointly designed by the MTR Corporation, Sanrio and Wonderful Arts, (the bride's wedding gown was filled with Hello Kitty patterns made of Austrian crystals.) ) with their bridesmaids and groomsmen, boarded the first-ever MTR Hello Kitty Wedding Train and traveled to the MTR Hong Kong Station. The wedding train was specially designed for the occasion with images of Hello Kitty and Dear Daniel dressed as little cupids covering the train body and compartments. The interior was decorated with flowers and ribbons.

Upon arriving at their destination, the couple was carried by a pair of rickshaws, amid cheers from MTR passengers,
towards the ceremonial venue at MTR Hong Kong Station. Led by the best man Dear Daniel and bridesmaid Hello
Kitty, the coulple proceeded to Hong Kong Station, which had been transformed to a wedding hall. Under the witness of the Civil Celebrant - Mr. Samuel Chan (solicitor), Hello Kitty, Dear Daniel, friends and relatives, (as well as MTR passengers) Jamie and Horlick were married.

The average price for a ceremony where all female guests
continually exclaim "kawaii !!!" is 2M yen (40 people). And if you are really into pink, above is a sample of a Hello Kitty Wedding Dress (which would probably work well as a bridesmaid dress : ).

Crab Wine Bottle Holder Wedding Favor & Decoration

For the beach-themed wedding, the highly realistic Crab Wine Bottle Holder is quite the favor. The 2 lb. Crab Wine Bottle Holder is made of resin and would be ideal decoration for your bar tables, but will also work well as guest favors.
Crab Wine Bottle Holder

Prom Dresses and Bridesmaids Gowns from Prom Girl

From Prom Girl: Looking for a sexy prom dress? Here is beautiful and sexy dress that will turn heads at your prom. This is an evening dress for the girl who wants a unique sexy prom dress.

...and,(in my opinion) if you love I Dream of Jeannie -- "I" call this the I Dream of Jeannie Dress. So feminine, cute and young looking. A great look for the bridesmaids or Prom.

If you are into Gold ... This La Femme gold prom dress is a sexy halter dress. You will be sure to have all eyes on you in this wonderful prom dress.

Mother of the Bride Gowns and Dresses... Something Different

I was actually asked about "Designer" Mother of the Bride dresses / gowns. Everyone wants something original or different. Here are three that fit the bill if you have a thick wallet. All three of these gowns would work for a spring or summer wedding --and can be worn again.

CATHERINE MALANDRINO -

Women - DRESSES - 3/4 length dresses on YOOX.COM

STELLA McCARTNEY -

Women - DRESSES - Long dresses on YOOX.COM

DRIES VAN NOTEN -

Women - DRESSES - Long dresses on YOOX.COM

Wedding Peeps ... Fun With Peeps ... Spring Weddings

I Got My Peeps : )

A little history ... at the Just Born factory in Bethlehem, Pa., 3.8 million candy Peeps are hatched per day. A never-ending flow of pastel battalions of birdies march down the assembly line. Their marshmallow bodies get a coat of colored sugar, a pneumatic gun affixes their wax eyes, and finally they're dropped into a cardboard cradle, tucked in with
cellophane, and shipped out to the world.

After that, a Peep's fate is anyone's guess. Americans eat more than 600 million Peeps and Bunnies -- their Easter counterparts – per year. Globally, a billion are consumed per year.

But that's not exactly accurate; not all of them are eaten. Some become art, some become pets, and some are tortured by mad scientists trying to discover what a Peep's breaking point is.

Whether as candy or toy, Peeps hold a revered place in American culture, to the point that they're now a ritual. Part of that ritual: the eating of the Peeps.

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Fun With Peeps

Want to send a "Peep Card" click here.

Wedding Peeps

Check out the Peep-y Creations made for someone in honor of their engagement/marriage!

View a message board devoted to Peeps

RECIPE: Peep Waldorf salad

10 Peeps, whole, preferably pink or yellow

3 just ripe bananas, 1/2 inch dice

2 large navel oranges, sectioned, 1/2 inch pieces, and juice from one more

12 maraschino cherries, halved

1/2 cup shredded coconut

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1 tablespoon orange-flavored liqueur

1/4 cup finely chopped macadamias, or pecans, or almonds

Mix all the ingredients, allow to macerate for a couple of hours, stirring a few times.

Serve as dessert with coconut cookies.
Source - Terri's Peep Hut

For Ideas on Peep Cakes Visit:

Posy's Party Cakes

View a Peep Wedding Cake

A list of Peep Resources click here

Peep Research

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peeps

For more spring wedding ideas visit LaptopBride's Newsletters - Spring Weddings -- & More Spring Ideas

Spring Flowers for Your Spring or Summer Wedding

Fields of Holland and White Orchids in a green vase. Saw these in my in box this morning from 1-800-Flowers and they are gorgeous. These would both make an absolutely beautiful table decoration for your holiday dinner, reception, or coffee table. Spring is in the air ... and fresh flowers definitely help you feel it! (Click on picture for more info)

Spring and Summer Centerpieces ...Unique & Inexpensive

Here are some great ideas for your spring and summer table centerpieces:

I am using Waterford Crystal products as examples, which is great if you love crystal - but simple glass containers work as well:

Fill a jar with lemons or lime (or apples in the fall) or you can make a mix of lemons and limes. You can remove the top and place hydrangeas (as your flowers) inside. Hydrangeas are inexpensive, can be cut from your yard (if you have them : ) ) or purchased. (See hydrangea picture below). Hydrangeas are gorgeous and this makes a beautiful and colorful centerpiece.

Marquis By Waterford Vintage Garden Apothecary Jar, Medium

Below is another simple, yet elegant idea. Fill hurricane lamps with your favorite things. Here they use seashells with sand or a simple candle. Other options you can use to fill with are candies, i.e., almonds, M&M, skittles, or mints. Candles work great in any centerpiece arrangement. They are inexpensive and beautiful.

Marquis By Waterford Vintage Garden Hurricane, 12"

Marquis By Waterford Vintage Garden Vase, 14"

Last but not least, fill a garden vase with a vine flower; i.e., sweet peas, clemantis or any other pretty vine flower. Or, you can go the old fashioned way... fill the vase with marbles or pretty rocks, or pretty colored water and place a bouquet of flowers inside.

Just Found!!!! The coolest beach shoes (for a wedding) or play, I have seen in a long time!

"Take me to the oysters!" is what the Margaritaville Montauk thong sandal says. Which shouldn't be difficult, because you live for fresh seafood. Ah, a sandal after your own heart.Nubuck thong upper with contrast stitching, cushioned fabric liningPrinted nubuck footbed, whipstitched EVA midsoleTraction-patterned sole provides plenty of traction. 1 1/2 inch heel height . Seriously though ... aren't these cute??????

Great for the Hawaiian Wedding, the Beach Themed or to wear on your honeymoon ... or not. They are great looking shoes and when you cross your legs... the bottoms are oh so cute! If the bride doesn't want to wear them, then the bridesmaids should!

Wedding Gowns With More Color Are In!

Colored wedding dresses are the new trend! Wear more color in your gown, or wear a dress with a tan, ivory, beige, light blue or pink hue. Another trend is one of nostalgia. Many brides are selecting gowns that recall a specific decade, while others are opting to wear the gown their mother or grandmother wore.

Another trend.... instead of the little black dress... the little white dress.

Couple Who Plan to Wed On Iceberg ... Find Their Plans Melt Away

Now this is cold .... : )

A Dunedin couple who were planning to get married on an iceberg off the east coast of New Zealand, have had their plans put on ice.

The helicopter pilot who was due to fly Bridget Byers and Donald Wyatt, as well as a marriage celebrant, to one of the icebergs; says the job is now too risky as the icebergs are slowly thawing as they move north.

He says it would be hard to find a safe place to land.

It also seems there may have been legal difficulties. New Zealand law requires people to be within 12 nautical miles of the coast to be married legally, and the closest iceberg is at least twice that distance from the coast. (source)