{Bridal Fashion} : Martina Liana

Martina Liana is global glamour for bridal couture. They design beautiful dresses that will make you walk down the aisle with a feeling of royalty. With an innate attention to detail, you will find poetic nuances through exquisite design. Using luxurious fabrics such as Silk Satins, Soft Italian Metallics, Silk Organzas, Deluxe Dupioni's, Silk Taffetas and Angel Satins adorned with Swarovski Crystal and Diamante embellishments.

The best part? If you're in the 915, you are so lucky my friend. Thanks to Ella Blu, you would be able to enjoy these gorgeous dresses live rocking the runways of The Wedding Show : The Ultimate in Bridal 2011 on October 2 at Grace Gardens. Hope to see you there!

The following numbers are as beautiful in the front as they are in the back.

Do you remember this one? I posted it as The Dress of The Week a couple of months back.

If the day of your wedding you are planning to change into a second dress (LWD) at the end of the evening, check the following two styles. These dresses come in a long and short version to help you keep a cohesive appearance on your two bridal looks.

These dresses come strapless and non-strapless. I personally like the one-shoulder gowns better. What about you?

The following dresses are some of my favorites of Martina Liana. Now, if you are into pocket wedding dresses, take a look at these elegant, yet sleek gown.

Image sources: The Knot Australia, Wedding Inspirasi, Martina Liana

Dress of The Week

Novia D'art Spring 2012

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Metallic Wedding Cakes - Part 1

Luxurious details of gold or silver on cakes are not new to weddings. But, what I'm obsess with lately are those cakes that are totally cover by a shinny layer of silver or gold, just like these..

Photo credits: First cake, second row left,second row right, third row left, fourth row left, forth row right, 




Good News! I created Metallic Wedding Cakes -Part 2 and Part 3. To check them out!

 For more beautiful wedding cakes visit these posts:

• Edible Beauties: Luxurious Details
• More Edible Beauties
• Lace Wedding Cakes: Part 1 and Part 2 
• Fashion Inspired Cakes
• My Steal Worthy Weddings have amazing cakes, check them out!

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{Real Weddings} : Kara + Will by Kristen Swanson

If ever there was a perfect intimate, outdoor wedding, this surely would be it. This backyard soiree was designed by the loveliest of lovelies bride, Kara from Kara’s Bridal. And the best part? There are so many steal-worthy diy details. And the photographs that Kristen Swanson snapped…well, they are little works of art. From the sweet table arrangements to the perfectly perfect wedding cake, I am madly, hopelessly, crazy in love with this charming wedding. My favorite photo? When the bride and groom jump in the pool… priceless!

 

From the bride... "Will and I had a very small and intimate backyard ceremony with close friends and family. Followed by some amazing food and then a dip in the pool.

As a wedding planner for 7 years and a boutique owner for a year, I love everything about weddings. But I never dreamed about anything big or over the top for myself. When I started planning my wedding it all came very easy; we planned it in 3 months. The dress was the first thing, which I got from my store; Kara's Bridal. I love the black flower accents, I think it was perfect for my backyard wedding.

The setting was my mom's backyard, located on the west side with a great view of the mountains. Our amazing photographer; Kristen Swanson, was able to capture some gorgeous shots of us with the beautiful mountains in the background. Long tables were set for dinner, with lots of candles and petite flower arrangements. To give the wedding a more elegant feel, I draped the entire patio with a crushed chiffon fabric. One of my favorite things was my "pop of pink" bouquet; a gift from the very talented Laura Carrillo. 

To end the evening Will and I decided to take a dip in the pool; dress and all! It made for some of our favorite pictures and a special moment we will always remember"

Cupcake Love

I HEART Cupcakes. I always have and always will. They are awesome for any occasion, but they are remarkably special for weddings. They not only serve as desserts or favors, but they play a fabulous complementary role for table décor, cake display or desert bars. Include cupcakes into your nuptials and you will provide a sweet treat for your guest while adding dimension and color to your wedding decor. The best thing about these little sweet confections is that they leave so much room for creativity. Right now, I’m digging these super-unique cupcake ideas. Image Source

1. Matching wedding cake and cupcakes' design. Image Source

2. Cocktail Cupcakes. I have a crush on these margarita cupcakes. Here is the recipe. 

3. Lace Cupcake Wraps. Image Source

 4. Matching your cupcakes with your wedding flowers. I picture a centerpiece made of hydrangeas and one of these cupcakes in each plate... Lovely! Hydrangeas are my favorite flowers, so I simply adore these beauties. Plus here is a little tutorial on how do DIY these hydrangea cupcakes.

5. A touch of Glam: Sparkly Cupcakes.

6. S'more Cupcakes. You can never go wrong by mix the two best things on earth, cupcakes and s'mores. Tour guest will love them. I mean... Who doesn't love that? Check out the recepie.

7. DIY Cupcake Wraps. Save money while you dress up your cupcakes with this lovely Cupcake Wrappers Made from Doilies tutorial.

Don't forget to check my Suspended Cupcakes post for an extra dose of sweet inspiration.

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{Bridal Fashion} : Marchesa Resort 2012 Collection

Happy Wednesday!  Today I bring you some mind-blowing dresses from Marchesa Resort 2012 Collection that would make gorgeous bridal gowns. Especially perfect for destination weddings and second dress or LWD, don't you think? I love the gold details... gold is so hot right-now. Plus they showcase one of my favorite wedding and fashion trends, the return of sequins. I hope you enjoy them!

Images via Vogue