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 Monogrammed Straw Handbag - Monogrammed striped straw handbag with faux
leather handle, Colors available: Aqua/Lime, Lime/Pink, Pink/Orange,
Tigerlillyjewelry.com , Retail $56
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With the trend of destination weddings on the rise, brides-to-be are constantly in search of that perfect wedding weekend locale. Palm Springs gives the destination wedding vibe.
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 Autumn Starburst Hair Pin - Delicate sprays of crystals burst from a cluster. (Also available in other Swarovski crystal colors.) Perfectdetails.com
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 Eau de Parfum by Vera Wang
An exotic fruity, floral bouquet teased with vanilla and an unexpected
twist of pink guava. The gold crown cap contains a hidden treasure: a
keepsake gold band studded with tiny amethyst-colored crystals. $42 -
$68 verawang.com
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 Malibu Cocktail Shaker
Liven
up any party with this ceramic cocktail shaker with Malibu print. This
7oz shaker is presented in a decorative printed gift box ~ $42 Weddingish
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She left her heart in San Francisco. Melissa A. Panico, with MAP Events, swoons over the elegance and the urban Bay Bridge views.
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YWD issue release party, part 5: Wedding Desserts! |
 A good YWD issue release party (and every wedding for that matter) should never end without some yummy yummy desserts!...
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photographs by Cheryl Mac, Pure Image Photography
Every issue of Your Wedding Day Magazine dedicates a special section to the enhancement of lifestyle through the incorporation of current trends. Because the theme for this YWD issue was inspired by texture, delving into the rich tactile realm of specialty linens seemed like the perfect subject to pursue.
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To accomplish this goal, I interviewed Youngsong Martin, a former fashion designer and innovator, and creator of the highly coveted Wildflower Linens . Her knowledge and innate passion for textiles are truly inspiring, and during our conversation, Youngsong shared her expertise as well as her invaluable insight into the process of selecting the ideal linen to suit your wedding theme and lifestyle.
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Youngsong discussed several elements to consider when selecting the linen for your most special day. First, she discussed the importance of selecting linens with textures and elements that would be consistent with your wedding theme.
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“If you are having a South Western theme, you would want to use linens with a more rustic and earthy texture, such as suede,” she advised. Similarly, if you’re having a garden theme, you would want to consider using a light and airy fabric such as organza, which has a texture reminiscent of delicate flower petals. Expanding on the idea of pairing theme with texture, Youngsong added, “If your inspiration is Buckingham Palace, go for really rich and opulent linens.”
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Next, Youngsong addressed the choice of linens in accordance with the wedding venue. “Many brides express concern about their linens clashing with the carpet or surroundings of their chosen venue,” she said. |
“When you have 25 or so 72” round tables in a space, the color of your linen becomes the new dominant color, so rather than worry about matching, select a color that suits your theme as well as intensifies the beauty of your selected linen texture.” |
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An additional tip concerned lighting, Youngsong explains that although texture, theme, and color are equally important elements when selecting your linen, it is vital to consider how your linens will be illuminated in order to maximize your desired effect.
“Natural fibers usually look best in natural light and the beauty of the more detailed linen textures is often enhanced by a bit of specialty lighting,” she said.
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Youngsong concluded that there are thousands of linen texture combinations available, as many textures as there are wedding themes. However, she noted “If you can’t find the texture that perfectly suits your vision, Wildflower Linens can create custom linens just for you, and usually in about seven days.”
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#11 QUICK FIX
Traveling with an emergency kit is like the American Express campaign, “Don’t leave home without it.” It should have everything from panty hose and nail glue to smelling salts and Tums, but the most commonly used item is SAFETY PINS! Although you should have a needle and thread, I have resorted to using safety pins for fixing hems on tuxedos, bustling the brides gown, pinning broken bra straps and creating a veil or headpiece out of tulle when the bride’s was left at home. Safety pins are great for a “quick fix.”
Toby Kay Applebay & Associates
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# 1 - LOUNGING ANYWHERE
Wonder what to do to a resort ballroom to make it more interesting and intimate? You can create individual lounge areas by renting tents of sheer flowing fabric and adding sofas and coffee tables with lots of candlelight in them. You’ve suddenly created that romantic lounge atmosphere in a standard ballroom and given it more intimacy. Your guests can move to different “rooms” during the cocktails hour or or they can dance the night away. Jill La Fleur, The Wedding Planner
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#16 COMFORTABLE RECEPTIONS
Reception spaces are taking on a comfort
theme nowadays. Rather than using cocktail tables alone, couples are
creating a lounge effect in their reception areas by adding cozy
furniture groupings of sofas and coffee tables, along with tenting and
draping, lamps and lanterns, lit up trees and dozens of candles. You
may want to hire a jazz quartet or flamenco trio to create a sultry
ambiance. Some couples are even hiring cigar rollers! You can also
use this set-up outdoors for a living room beneath the stars!
Jill La Fleur, The Wedding Planner
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To begin the plan for her event design creation, Camilla Svensson Burns
pulled out her dictionary to explore the meaning of the word
“sensual”—Your Wedding Day’s theme for this issue.
If you’ve been in the dark about how lighting can enhance your special occasion, I invite you to share into my world...
GOWN: “STYLE 479” Stunning Thai silk mermaid dress is fully hand embroidered with delicate floral cutwork over organza, with a scoop neckline and spaghetti straps. A cocktail train completes the look, $5,490. Avine Perucci, A Division of 
For Cocoe Voci, the dream began when she was just a child. “As a very young child my imagination soared with the fantasy of the gown. At the time...
