cooking up wedding ideas

Wedding Concierge is widely-regarded as one of the pioneering wedding planners in Singapore. Ms Kim Tay, the Managing Director and Head Concierge, is passionate about creating and making wedding dreams come true for all her clients. Her personal involvement in every wedding and her calm, affable disposition – profoundly valuable traits in a wedding planner [...]

Signing off a little early for the weekend, but here are some favorite links from the week, and, as always, a fun picture. =) Happy weekend everyone!

Links from the week:
Incredible turquoise inspiration from Flowerwild Designs
Movie inspiration from Green Wedding Shoes My favorite from the week from the movie “Up”
Beautiful baby’s breath inspiration via White Thread
Vellum, [...]

Anne Barge is the matriarch of bridal fashion, and though she's been known in the bridal world for decades, we're so thrilled she is a new member of the Hitched family! Anne Barge gowns are known for their impeccable craftsmanship and classic, romantic styling. 
 
But what we love most is that even though Anne is [...]

Looking for a job that is related to weddings? Ever wonder what it feels like to work in an environment where everything you see and do is about inspiring happy couples of their wedding day?
If you like to be a part of the industry, join us and experience the fun and thrills in making the [...]

xoxo
The Team of weddingsbyEternal

Boy, do we have a gift for you today!!  If you are already a fan of the uber fabulous eco-friendly gift and favor site, Orange & Blossom, then you can start to get excited … as they have offered a generous discount to our readers (see further down for details)!!!  If you don’t already know [...]

We love turning to our favorite wedding blogs for fun photos and ideas.
This ice cream-themed inspiration board from Snippet & Ink would make for a truly sweet wedding palette….

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… and how perfectly would this Eat Drink Chic sundae bar that the {ritzy bee blog} featured fit into that ice cream dream of [...]

Happy New Year everyone! We are very, very excited to say that today we are welcoming in 2010 with the launch of our annual Best from the Best Fashion Report! A look back at the best wedding images of 2009 from the world’s leading wedding photographers!

Image by Apertura Photography
With thousands of images submitted to us [...]

I think a lot of future brides are afraid to commit to wedding colors (not to marriage obviously) for good reason. The colors determine everything else! Choosing your colors is such an important decision and it’s one of the first we have to make. We can’t pick flowers, bridesmaid dresses, or really delve into decor without first picking our colors!
I’ve always imagined [...]

Need it even be said? Brides with buns in the oven want beautiful wedding dresses, too. Maternity wedding dresses, however, aren’t always as lovely as they ought to be. Maybe it’s because there isn’t a giant market for frocks that fit around fetuses so there isn’t as much competition among designers and dressmakers. Perhaps there’s [...]

As I may have mentioned, my brother and sister-in-law are expecting a baby! Her due date is March 11th and with the new year sneaking up on us, it’s time I start planning the shower.
They do not know if they are having a boy or a girl, and I have been looking for a way [...]

For most of you, this has probably been a hectic, but hopefully happy week! It’s hard to get everything done and still enjoy the ‘reason for the season’. It’s one of those things that I have to force myself to do. Stop. Breathe. Just enjoy the moments.
And so, from me to all of you … [...]

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Okay, if you are a regular on the blog scene, I am sure that you have seen this innovative desert-bound bachelorette party styled for Utterly Engaged by my fellow blogger, tweeter and friend Paige Appel of Bash Eco Events and her frequent collaborator Kelly of Yes, Please (who I [...]

haha soooo I had been talking before about how I wanted to make my own veil – because how hard can it be to make a birdcage veil really? well, it’s hard. especially if you have absolutely zero experience with anything like that.

so after (kinda) flipping out on my mom for trying to take over [...]

If you have decided on a beach wedding, you can extend the romance of the beach to your wedding reception. It can be an easy, cost-effective, and elegant way to celebrate your new marriage. Traditional elements can be combined with a beach environment for a beautiful party that your guests and you will remember for [...]

It might only be the 3rd of December, but around here Christmas has come a few weeks early … signed, sealed, and delivered to us this morning were these {GORGEOUS} gowns by Vera Wang.  Can we just have a moment of silence, please?!?  Vera has really outdone herself this time around and we feel so [...]

Our favorite bridal “newcomer” this year is Los Angeles-based design duo Alix & Kelly.  At this October’s bridal market, we admired the simplicity and sophistication of their collection.  We found the dresses to be a lovely blend of well tailored construction and tranquil fabrics. Both Alix and Kelly are experts at their craft, having spent [...]

It’s nearing Thanksgiving and and I’m counting my blessings. One thing
I’m thankful for? Getting to see the fabulous style of so many creative
couples out there! Joanna
and David were recently married at the gorgeous Ojai Valley Inn and
Spa just outside Los Angeles, and with the help of wedding coordinator Amber Gustafson of Amber Events, they created [...]

So, one of the great things about flying is that you get to catch up on your important reading…you know, Us Weekly, Life & Style, and of course In Style Magazine! I almost fell out of the plane when I read the exciting news…I may finally get to own a pair of Jimmy Choo [...]

We’re sure that most of our readers venture over to Style Me Pretty during your daily wedding blog perusal—and we do too! One of the site’s coolest features is via the Style Circle, where you can create your own inspiration boards using SMP’s existing photographs, or ones of your own! You can also browse other [...]

Every time I think I’m tiring of Pottery Barn, they do something to reel me right back in. This time it was a paper chandelier. Seriously, how great is that?! As soon as I saw it, I starting thinking how sweet and sentimental it would be to cover it with memories – sepia-toned photos, [...]

In addition to their scowls and smirks, bridal models are usually sporting at least a mild case of scoliosis or lordosis. At best, they’re slightly hunched. At worst, they’ve contorted themselves into positions typically reserved for those touring with Cirque du Soleil. I don’t want brides-to-be to get the wrong idea about what constitutes good [...]

The Year of The Tiger begins on February 14th 2010. Drama, intensity, change and travel will be the keywords for 2010. Unfortunately, world conflicts and disasters tend to feature during Tiger years also, so it won’t be a dull 12 months for anyone. The Year of the Tiger will bring far reaching changes for everyone. [...]

I’ll admit that I’ve been keeping a lot of the details about my own personal wedding a secret, because really I want much of it to be a surprise on my wedding day and many of my guests actually read this blog, but I thought I would share one small aspect with you today. PS [...]

Today’s post is a series, something for you to think about over the weekend – to get into the mind of how a designer gets to the actual wedding pieces.  I love Daniella from Bella Signature Design in Washington state and her work is so stunning.  She’s a talented event & floral designer and we’re [...]

I’ve had many requests from brides-to-be lately about how they can still have beautiful wedding stationery without breaking the bank. To these brides I say, take heart! Smitten is here! After some late night scheming (3am is when I’m at my best for ideas) I came up with a unique solution. Smitten now offers [...]

The Artists: Ira Lippke Studios, Bambi Cantrell, Jeff Newsom, John and Joseph Photography, Barbie Hull Photography, Amelia Lyon Photography
The Adoration: We’re always amazed by the way that great wedding photographers look through their camera’s lens and see the world in a totally unique way. We especially love it when they look beyond what’s obviously in [...]

We were SO excited {as in falling out of our chairs} to see our work from a recent Santa Barbara wedding showcased on Style Me Pretty. The stunning photography of Jose Villa truly captures the beauty of this gorgeous wedding – the bride, groom, details…everything.
Our favorite element is the white calligraphy on grey cardstock for [...]

Image from the knot {photograph by Philip Gabriel Photography}
 
I love the idea of using a fun, non-traditional song for the recessional {when the bride, groom, bridal party and special family members walk back down the aisle at the end of the ceremony} and postlude {when the guests exit the ceremony}, because I think it sets a [...]

One of my Project Wedding co-workers found these too-cute wedding cake toppers, made with love by Red Light Studio. We thought we’d share the love – and the little birdies – with you all!

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I adore these shots of beautiful bride Jessica. Amazing colour in the background makes the images jump off the screen!   Thanks to Tim Forbes of Forbes Creative, and assisted by Rowell Photography for a great day at Casa Loma this Summer.
Love this shot of the couple, Jess & Paul:

 
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Get Married has now become triple the resource for wedding planning. Not only do they have a wonderful and comprehensive online presence and produce a daily television show – now they’re going periodical!
Yesterday, Get Married announced that they are publishing a new, glossy national wedding magazine, the first issue is scheduled to hit newsstands October [...]

Another Tuesday = another giveaway. This week Favors By Lisa joins me in offering one lucky reader of Brenda’s Wedding Blog a $50 gift certificate to shop in their online store. At Favors By Lisa, you can find so many amazing items from wedding favors to packaging to gifts to jewelry and more. No matter [...]

Do you have your sights set on a hot and steamy honeymoon or anniversary celebration? Let Adam & Eve help with their brand new Fantasy Suite Lover’s Kit.
Valued at over $240, the package is currently going for a ridiculously low price of $119.95.  Here’s what you get:
3 Pillar Candles & 50 Tealights, Romantic Music CD, [...]

Woohoo! After yesterday’s mixup, I’m happy to say today is FRIDAY! If you’re reading this at one in the afternoon, then you’ve probably already zoned out and your mind is currently floating in an abyss of potential weekend plans. But I ask you to check back into reality, just briefly, to take a look at [...]

We decided it was time to dress up dessert! We promise, this sweet idea is so easy.
MaterialsHouse letter (Home Depot)12"x12" piece of glass (Lowes.com)Glass vase (hopefully you have a spare!)Bunch of flowers (we went with hydrangea)

>How-toStep 1 Apply the letter to the second tier of the cake. (A fun DIY spin to the traditional monogram!)Step [...]

The bride on the go needs a multi-tasking snack — it has to be mess-free, healthy and, of course, delicious! We love the KIND Plus Cranberry and Almond bars (kindsnacks.com), which fulfill all of these requirements for a mere 190 calories.
Each organic and gluten-free bar is loaded with vitamins, fiber and protein, and will keep [...]

Los Angeles couples, ENTER NOW to win a FREE wedding valued at over $40,000 from WeddingWire and 104.3 MYfm! There’s one catch…you only have one week to plan!
With the help of bridal consultant, Wedding Jeannie, you’ll get it all from the dress to the reception and everything in between. The lucky winning couple will be [...]

As the host or bride and groom of a wedding, we do all that we can to make our guests welcome and comfortable.  As a wedding guest, here are some things we can do to extend the hospitality towards our hosts:

RSVP immediately.  As soon as you get the invitation, ideally.  Especially if you cannot attend [...]

You might think after the big day you will be free of to do lists and be done with juggling a bunch of wedding-related tasks… but, trust me, this is not the case. Welcome to the world of the newlywed…
from http://digifree.blogspot.com
…and your new to do list! Imagine that, after two and a half years of [...]

Carter Kustera is offering a CRAZY 50% off  custom portraits now through November 30!  Seriously, you need to take advantage of this if you’re at all interested in fabulous gifts for yourself or the engaged couples in your life!
[image from Carter Kustera]

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Store the top tier of your wedding cake in this special keepsake box. A classic silver and white floral vine pattern covers the box and removable lid. Made of sturdy cardboard with slick coat surface for durable storage and easy clean up. Includes box, removable silver board for easy cake transfer, and freezer-proof plastic liner. [...]

We have a special surprise for you! Beau-coup Favors is offering a $75 gift card to one lucky winner towards anything on their site! Beau-coup carries everything you could possibly need for a wedding favors to baby shower favors, birthday party gifts and decorations.
Here are a few of my favorites. I love paper lanterns – perfect for [...]

I had to share these sweet wedding pops — and equally sweet story — from one of my favorite blogs, Bakerella. Rich wrote into Bakerella, telling them how much his girlfriend Melissa loved their blog and how he would love to somehow propose via Bakerella! So … her proposal was actually posted on the site [...]

I wanted to share some photos from the Martha Stewart Weddings’ 15th-Anniversary party with you and thought it would be fun to feature them side-by-side some of my favorite Martha Stewart Wedding covers. As you can see, pink was the color of choice. The party was hosted at The Plaza Hotel. As guests mingled to [...]

Rebecca Sutterby, owner of Sugar Creations was asked by a national bridal magazine to design a wedding cake for a special issue next year. She drew inspiration from one of the bouquets I made last year, and the contacted me to give me the details!

I also recreated that particular bouquet for a photoshoot with [...]

It’s 11:45 in the morning and here’s the crowd at Eric Choong Kuala Lumpur booth. Some of the brides to-be are patiently waiting for their turn at the fitting room.

Favors Essence favours at 20% off!
Impeccable hand-made cards from Emma K
Pink Splendour by Creativelines

Brides and grooms listening intently to Stephen Foong’s ‘Do’s and Don’t [...]

It’s less than 8 hours away from inaugural The Big Bridal Sale 2009. In the background is a beautiful symphony of people moving about, sound of hammering, stamping and drilling. It pretty much sums up that everyone is making a huge effort into making this event a success and most important of all, an event [...]

It doesn’t get more exclusive than this: weddingsbyEternal.com is proud to present the “seriously must-attend” bridal event of the year where, for the first time ever, Malaysia’s most influential wedding vendors will appear alongside their international counterparts AND offer rebates of up to 70% off rack rates!

An entrance fee of RM10 per couple [...]

The day before yesterday, settling after a hectic day, I had a chance to sit down with my good friend, a wedding floral designer for a partly work, partly chatter-chatter cuppa session.
Midway into the conversation, she ask me, half whispering if there is any Maybank around (you see, she is in my territory). The conversation [...]

What are we up to at weddingsbyEternal.com? Event and launching an online contest -  a collaboration with TSL Jewellery
TSL Jewellery will be unveiling its latest wedding collection on the 22nd August 2009.
This part is where it gets interesting…in collaboration with weddingsbyEternal.com, we are in search of 15 engaged couple through online contest.
TSL Jewellery is throwing [...]