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We are working on our new site, getting ready for the next phase of Swatchbook Weddings so bare with us if things get a little wonky every now & then. And be sure to change the address in your readers & bookmarks! I mean, if you don't, you'll miss Tuesday Shoesday tomorrow & nobody wants that.

See you over there!

Dress Crush

So when it comes to a wedding dress there are two things that must be:
1) Texture
2) Monique Lhuillier

BAM! Perfection. Photo by Matthew Grazier for Style Me Pretty

DIY: Wood Slice Vase

I have been in love with the look of wood slice ANYTHING for quite awhile now & this little DIY vase is the perfect way to introduce it to you guys! If I can remember right, I think I saw Candice Olson on Divine Design do a whole wall like this and I just about died. The natural element, the visual pattern and texture — so awesome.

Here’s how to do it!

Materials
Several small branches from trees or bushes, ranging from ½ to 1½ inches in diameter
Terra cotta pots, old vases or recycled tin cans
Low-VOC, nontoxic glue such as RooWood Glue
Coarse sandpaper

Tools
Lopping shears or long-handled pruners

1. Using shears, cut branches into slices about ½-inch thick. You will need slices in a variety of diameters to cover the surface completely.

2. Start at the bottom of the pot or can and work your way up. Dab glue on both the wood slice and the pot’s surface to ensure a good bond.

3. Always dry-fit each piece in place first to ensure that it will fit nicely with the other pieces. Fit tiny slices into small, awkward spaces.

Image & instructions from Natural Home

PANTONE Fashion Color Report - Fall 2010

Here they are! I am 100% in love with 100% of these colors!! Click here to see the look book.

Resort Looks

I need these. You need these. We all need these pieces from Trina Turk!

Perfectly bright & beachy for your honeymoon! Don't even get me started on how bad I need everything from the home collection....

They're Going All In!

Okay, at this point I'm just gushing - you know Angie & Corey by now...

...they are ridiculously awesome and are getting married at this casino! They wanted a fun & totally unique invitation, so here's a little sneak peek at what we came up with!

I can't wait to show you guys what they look like when I get them printed & assembled!

TUESDAY SHOESDAY

Love her hot pink pedicure with these teal shoes! Photos by Norah Burrows Photography

TUESDAY SHOESDAY

Peep-toe & bow perfection. These shoes exist to be someone's "something blue!"
Jumbo by Stuart Weitzman, $325

Don't forget to visit Simply & Forever, Gwyneth Paige, Life in the Super Burbs, Landlocked Bride and Meant to be Sent for more great picks!

Hello Yellow

Can I just tell you how happy these photos make me!? A yellow & gray wedding? His & Hers yellow shoes? Yes, please.


Photos by Kate Webber via Style Me Pretty.

The Perfect Place To Be Lucky In Love

Check out the venue for Swatchbook couple Angie & Corey's wedding in July! These shots are from the Home bar/lounge at the Ameristar Casino Resort & Spa in St. Charles, MO.



If this isn't a recipe for a fun wedding, I don't know what is!! I seriously can't wait to see the photos from this wedding - 1) Angie & Corey are SO fun! 2) They are going to be shot by the ever fabulous Kate Harrison!!!

First Feathers, Now Flowers

I'm talking about my obsessions. I have spammed everyone with this, this, and this post about guinea feathers, and now I'll share with you my newest love. Anemones. These have got to be the coolest flowers ever! Available in a variety of colors (which I'm sure I will blog about over & over) I just really love the crisp white ones in these photos.





Now do you see why I'm in love?? Photos by Jessica Claire Photography

Eye Candy

No this did not happen without me - why wasn't I invited!? So what if I don't know them, this table is absolutely unbeliveable!!!!!

What an amazing way to create an intimate atmosphere ((le sigh)) See more photos from this wedding by Robert & Kathleen Photographers on Style Me Pretty.

Guinea Garter

There they are again! Guinea feathers!! (No, I'm not over them yet, thank you very much!)

This gorgeous garter by The Garter Girl has stolen my heart - the creamy satin with bead & ribbon detailing is divine. I love it! Think it would make a perfect addition to your wedding ensemble? Get it here for $175.

TUESDAY SHOESDAY

I'm a little late, but it's time for a Tuesday Shoesday encore!


Photos by Jeremy Lawson Photography via With this Ring...

TUESDAY SHOESDAY

Talk about putting a little Spring in your step! I love the cheerful bright colors & modern floral pattern. It's a fresh pick for Tuesday Shoesday! Nicki by Rampage, only $40!

Don't forget to visit Simply & Forever, Gwyneth Paige, Life in the Super Burbs, Landlocked Bride and Meant to be Sent for more great picks!

My Type of Type

I totally have a crush on these old letterpress blocks at Three Potato Four! The wood color is fantastic & I am positive they belong on the bookshelf in my house...

Happy Weekend!

Just a little Spring prettiness for ya! My parents are coming into town tomorrow so I'll probably be MIA from the blog this weekend - just wanted to get in my Happy Easter post & wish everyone a great weekend!! Images from Good Housekeeping.

Lindsey + Chriss' Swatchbook

Getting the details finalized for Lindsey & Christine's invitations!

I LOVE their color palette! I will make sure to post pictures once they're done!

Yep, Think It's About Time

I need a vacation…again. Yes I just got back from New Orleans a month ago but I think I’m due. I want a straight up get-out-of-town-go-sit-on-a-beach-kind-of-vacation. Where my only concern will be what kind of fruity umbrella drink to have. But for now, I will live vicariously through my friend Amanda’s photos from her trip to Hawaii. Of course these are ridiculously stunning because she is a professional, but that just makes it easier to imagine breathing in that sea air. ((inhale))






((exhaaaaaaale)) I want to be on this beach! Photos by Amanda Hein Photography