A Dress Review of the 2011 Golden Globes

Hello, my fellow dress enthusiasts! 

So, because this year I wasn't able to walk the red carpet myself due to the fact that I'm, well, not famous, I will bring to you my perspective on what went on out there--fashion-wise. 

I have to say, I was kind of disappointed, and I mean overall. Its not to say there weren't a few hits--for me at least. There seemed to be quite a bit of nude coloring out there, some did it right, some not so much-- which were mostly just washing them out...what's up with that? Some who did get it, Anne Hathaway in Giorgio Armani Privé, and Scarlett Johansson in Elie Saab.

Another color that did dominate the evening was emerald green, worn by Angelina Jolie in Versace, Mila Kunis in Vera Wang, Catherine Zeta-Jones in Monique Lhuillier, and Elisabeth Moss in Donna Karan. I have mixed feelings about all of these so its best I move along.

One gown that took me a few seconds to decide if I liked it or not was the black Zac Posen worn by Eva Longoria, I ultimately decided that I love this gown, there's something about it, not sure what it is yet. But I love it!

But the one I would have to put as my top pick-- and this kind of surprised me but at the same time not really since she's now on the Fashion Police at E!-- was Kelly Osbourne, and to my other surprise the dress is by Zac Posen too! I think this might be my fave new designer. Her dress is very much right on with the new Spring fashion trend of color block. She looks amazing!

How Magical It Is...

In honor of the snow that has kept us in the past two days, I decided to write about winter weddings.

Rudi and Vikki's Alpine Wedding. See more amazing pictures and read 

all about their incredibly romantic engagement on The Pretty Blog.com

Yes, June weddings are typically more popular and it does make it easier to choose strapless gowns for the bride as well as the bridesmaids, but there's something so magical and ethereal about winter weddings. Imagine an historic site with the fireplace lit, tables decorated in all white with touches of crystals glimmering from the candle light. Sounds romantic, doesn't it? 

And then there's the photography aspect of it. You can get some seriously amazing photography--if done right--in the snow. Some tips though, wear thermal leggings under your dress and keep hand warmers with you. A fur or faux fur wrap doesn't just look divine but it will keep those shoulders nice and warm. I read somewhere that in order to keep the dress clean and as dry as possible during the photo session outside, get the dress to the same temperature as it is outside, that way when the snow falls on it, it won't melt. 

When decorating, a dramatic effect can be created by placing streams of twinkle lights from the corners of the room and gathering them into the center. Any columns can also be wrapped and filled with the same twinkle lights.

Here's also a very cute idea that will put a nice modern twist to your decor, garlands of paper snowflakes. Going back to your childhood adds a sprinkle of fun and will make your guests smile from nostalgia. I found this awesome idea on Intimateweddings.com.

And last but not least, this next image epitomizes a winter wedding wonderland. Sure, it might cost you an arm and a leg just for this decor alone, but its so beautiful, I couldn't resist. And who knows, you might find the right planner/decorator that may be able to duplicate this on a budget.

Bitter Chocolate Decadence

This is a little sneak peek at one of our client's wedding invitations that we are currently working on. The bride wanted Tiffany blue and chocolate brown as her colors and hydrangeas included in the design, and from that we created this elegant triple layered beaut. I will post more detailed pictures soon. Enjoy!