Indie Brides - Feature on US Trendy

Today I was featured on US Trendy's blog!!! Yayyy!!!! For those who aren't familiar with US Trendy, it's a site that promotes new designers. They work with sites like Perez Hilton, Daily Candy, Nylon Magazine and others to help indie designers to get known and get funds for developing heir lines.

But the best of this feature is that it goes perfectly with the series of blog posts that I started at the beginning of this week: Handmade Weddings! Theirs is called "Indie Brides". So for all the brides who love handmade here are fabulous options for your upcoming Wedding.


Here's the blog post directly from US Trendy and you can visit their site here:
(Use the inner scroll bar to see all the pictures. Mine are the White Teardrop Earrings on Hand Oxidized Ear Wires almost at the end) 

Let me know what you think and have a wonderful weekend!!!

Handmade Summer Wedding

The summer is still here!!! I've seen many articles already talking about fall and the fashion is preparing as well for this new season. But for me, the summer is the best season of the year, so I'll stick a little longer and continue writing about my summer findings.

Today I'm going to show you some ideas for Summer Weddings and not just any regular wedding, I'm talking about Handmade Weddings. You can find amazing handmade items for your summer/beach wedding. The best of handmade items is that you can easily contact the artist and request some modifications to your needs. So here are a few recommendations. First things first, the Wedding Gown:

Photo and Dress by BellinaBridal

This dress is just gorgeous! It's perfect for the summer time. Very elegant and romantic. BellinaBridal is currently taking orders for next year. So, if you're planning to marry next year, you better hurry before they get to their limit of orders. They also accept custom modifications according to your needs.

Next are some shoes with the matching clutch:

Photo and Accessories by Parisxox

The artist who designed these handmade accessories describes them as "Reminding me of a wedding cake are these shoes. Very sweet and so very romantic. In my shabby chic studio I have designed these shoes hand sewing on each and every crystal and pearl." You can buy both on Parisxox' shop.

But what is a bride without some hair accessories. Look at these flower pins:

  Photo and Pins by MissGlory

These bobby pins are very simple and so beautiful. You can have them in the size you want. I would suggest to wear at least two, but you can add as many as you think would go well with your whole attire. We certainly don't want you to overcharge you wit too many things.

Having already a busy dress, the recommendation is to wear very simple jewelry. Probably only earrings or only the necklace. Look at this choice:

 Photo and Necklace by Estylo Jewelry

Very simple, but yet so elegant Pendant Necklace. It's a small white Teardrop Crystal Wire Wrapped in Oxidized Wire. The delicate Sterling Silver Chain is also hand oxidized. You can choose to wear this necklace or the matching earrings. Also available without oxidizing and in Gold Filled. Very romantic and matches nicely to the entire summer wedding outfit.

 

Lasty the Bridal Bouquet:

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For the bouquet, I just recommend to browse the internet and search for the bouquet you like the most. I would choose at least three or four with different flowers and then go to your local florist and ask them if they can do something similar to what you picked. Keep in mind that depending on where you are and the season, you may not find the exact same flowers you liked, but your florist can recommend you some substitutions.

 

I hope you liked my selections of Handmade Summer Weddings. I will post more findings in my following posts, including bridesmaids attires, decoration and of course also something for the Groom's outfit. If you have any suggestions for Summer weddings fell free to comment or send me a message :)

Feeling Pink

Today I feel like pink. I'm normally not a big fan of that color. I prefer more brighter colors, like blue, but you know, every now and then you just want to feel like a princess. And what better color than pink? So I picked a few nice photos that just make me want to be in there.

Photos via Weheartit and Martha Stewart

For all you princesses out there. Hope you have a wonderful weekend!

Fabolous Party Drinks Ideas

Following the series of the Summer Party here are a few new tips. What is a party without great drinks? A boring party. So make sure you offer a variety of drinks. Remember that not everyone likes alcohol so always have at least two options for them, on the other side, a lot of people associate party with alcoholic drinks, so make also sure you have something for them.

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Instead of offering plain water from the bottle you can pour it into a container and add a few lemon slices or any other fruit. It will look much nicer and will add a light taste to it. Another option is to have lemonade available and of course a few sodas for the people who prefer that.

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Margaritas are very easy to make, since you can buy the mix ready to just add tequila and some ice. You can make it on the rocks or in the blender. It looks more classy if you add salt on the border of the cold glasses and adorn with a slice of lemon. You can make Margaritas in many flavors.

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Another great option is Martinis. They also come in a variety of flavors, just choose one depending on your audience. You can also offer just the regular Martini and add the olives so they feel like they're at a bar.

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Want something more tropical? What about some Piña Coladas? You don't make them from scratch, just buy the mix and in a few minutes you have great drinks. Remember to decorate the glasses with pineapple slices or cherries.

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Lastly a recipe I want to share with you. I love Sangria and it's so refreshing! I had tried it many years ago, but when I lived in Barcelona I became a big fan of it. There are different styles of Sangrias. You probably know the one with red wine, but one less common is the Cava Sangria. Trust me, you will love it! Here's the recipe:
You will need:
- 1 Bottle of Cava Brut
- 1 glass of Fanta (Lemon or Orange)
- 1 Shot of Brandy
- 1 Shot of Cointreau

- Slices of Orange and Lemon (Optional Peach or similar)
- Ice
- Optional Sugar if you like it really sweet

Preparation:
Pour the sliced fruit into a pitcher, add the Fanta, Brandy and Cointreau and at that point add the sugar if you want. Stir with a wooden spoon. Carefully add the Cava without stirring too much. We want to keep it sparkling. Add the ice cubes and leave a few minutes still. Serve into glasses and Enjoy!

It's very easy to do and very delicious. So let me know if you try it!

Amazing Photography

Today I decided to share with you a few photos of Alejandra Arriaga, a very talented friend that just started a project a few weeks ago. Every day for one whole year she is going to post one photo on her Facebook. So far she has posted 70 pictures, so you can imagine how difficult it was for me to pick these few, since all of them are gorgeous.

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Can you see the details of the little painted flower? Absolutely one of my favorites.

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 Can you imagine being in this place? This old windmill looks so romantic...

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I like the details of this photo. Something so simple as a garlic looks so amazing in this picture.

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Another picture that just makes me want to be there! I also like how she played with the Sepia effect to make it look vintage.

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This picture is actually from before she started with the 365 project, but I still wanted to include it here since it's one of my favorites. The colors are just amazing. This picture is in Seattle, close to her husband's work.

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Last but not least, a photo of the artist within a colorful Tulips field. Alejandra doesn't have a blog yet, but I'll make sure to let you know as soon as she creates one so that you can follow the progress of her beautiful project.

So what do you think? Isn't she talented? I hope you enjoy these amazing pictures just as much as I do. If you do, remember to leave a little comment below. See you on Monday with my next post of the Summer Party series!!!

Dress for your Party

So far I've covered how to change your home decor for your summer party and also a few food ideas. For today I decided to show you a few dress ideas for that fun night with your friends. Of course you can make it as elegant as you want, it's your party, so you choose. I personally like to dress a little better than my guests, but whatever you choose remember to always look glamorous. Here is my selection of Handmade Dresses available to buy on Etsy.

Dress available at PantorabyAndrea

I actually wore a similar dress for my dad's birthday this April. It was same color and as gorgeous as the one in Pantora By Andrea's shop. It is great if you want to have a very classy outfit. You can wear it with black heels as in the picture or with silver heels (that's how I chose to wear my dress). 

 

Dress available at Clairelafaye

This dress looks very light and summery. It is made of layers of Chiffon and with a black satin bow. Very romantic! This store has many other nice items. So make sure to check it out. Most of the items are made to order.

  Dress available at Sarahseven

Just as described in the Shop's listing "Sweetest dress ever" and that's exactly what I think. The dress is made of pink cotton jersey and has a big flower at the bust. I would wear this nice dress with some beige heels and the hair up.

Dress available at ZephyrGraham

This simple but stylish dress is made in London and available in white or black. It is made 100% of French Linen. As described in the listing it is part of their "Petite Femme" Collection inspired by the beautiful simplicity of the French Woman. By the way did you notice those gorgeous shoes?

   Dress available at Marinaasta

If you like color as much as I do, this is dress is perfect. The flowers go great for the summer and they are Hand Painted on raw silk! So you can be sure you will own an one of a kind dress if you buy it. I also like the accessories shown in the picture. The silver belt and those large silver earrings go perfect, as does the silver bracelet.

  Dress available at Stephanieteague

Look at this sexy short dress. It looks so fresh and I love that deep V neck. This white dress is made of lightweight Organic Wool Crepe and therefore very breathable. You can use it for this summer season or even for the fall. I would accesorize it with a very simple silver chain and maybe a Crystal Pendant.

I hope you like my selection. Remember to check back constantly to see more of my Summer Party Selections!  

So Wacky!!!

Today I stumbled upon some very wacky pictures. There are all kinds of funny products, hair styles and beauty items. I selected the ones I found the most "different".

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This extravagant hair style was showed in the Spring/Summer fashion show in London in 2010 by fashion designer Charlie Le Mindu. It has big lips created with hair plus three pairs of sunglasses.

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Another strange hair style. This one is from the Fall fashion show 2010 in Paris by fashion designer John Galliano. I can't imagine what a hard time this model must have had when she washed her hair after the show.

   

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If you always have trouble in getting your eye make up, this is just an awesome idea. This is Press on Eyeshadow. You just pick the design you want and then press it on your eye lid and in a few seconds you have an eye design without being an artist. They are available on Sephora.

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And lastly, this lightning hat that was part of Lady Gaga's extravagant outfit. Very sparkly accessory, but probably not for the taste of most people .

So, what wacky fashion items or products have you seen? Till next Monday and have a nice weekend everyone!