I love Jamali Garden for their affordable decor and polished style. These wooden containers would be beautiful as part of a centerpiece, or a buffet. They'd also be right at home on my coffee table, which is exactly where I think one of those bamboo bowls are headed.
I have a soft spot in my heart for J Crew wedding gowns. They are often quite quirky and they always seem to have pockets. I like that they take risks with their designs and are constantly coming out with new things. Their newest offerings are a really svelte and highly tailored jacquard gown and a silky strapless number with the cutest little berry detailing on the top. I love either for a winter wedding. I'd pair the top one with a short Jackie O. style, 3/4 sleeve cardigan in something rich and fuzzy with little sparkly details. The bottom one with maybe a long, sheer scarf wrapped around the neck in loose layers and draped in back, so the berries can peek thru.
Above:Betsey Johnson Microsatin & Tulle Slip
Betsey Johnson Tricot Chemise
While I love the idea of a little somethin' special for the wedding night, I often HATE the stuff in the lingerie boutique at most department stores. LACE everywhere, RUFFLES where no one needs ruffles. And I never understood those teeny tiny little bows between the cups of all the bras. Why are they so little? Is it to make the surrounding landscape seem more impressive? Anyway... doesn't matter. I did a little round up in hopes of finding some nice lingerie. Found some! 
Above: Oscar de la Renta 'Check Mate' Windowpane Chemise
Betsey Johnson Pleated Babydoll Chemise with Thong
Above: Betsey Johnson Floral Babydoll Chemise
Oscar de la Renta 'Simply Sweet' Chemise
Nothing like a trip to the antique market to find exciting "new" shapes for jewelry. I love the navy and white enamel ring in the corner. All from The Three Graces, all as dainty and delicate as can be.
I was stumbling around on the internet, as per usual, and discovered the amazing website of Maria Pinto, (aka, The Woman Who Makes Michelle Obama Look As Fabulous As She Is). She has some amazing shawls and cover-up type things that might be just the thing to top off your wedding ensemble. Stumbled upon over at The Bridal Wishlist.
Marchesa's gowns are really genius in my opinion. So much of their stuff is just so unique and so utterly wearable. Two of my favorites for fall, from Bergdorf's.
Laura Su from Prismera emailed me the other day to let me know about her amazing new collection, Noctiflora, based on night blooming flowers. I've been following Laura since she started offering her amazing botantical jewelry. She's incredibly talented and someone who's aesthetic I really admire. On top of it all, she's offering a special gift promotion while supplies last, a grey pearl necklace with every purchase during the month of September. I don't know about you but I don't think I'd even need a free necklace to talk me into the Primrose, the Yucca, or the Moonvine. They're just so pritty!
My mom got my sister one of these compass necklaces from Individual Icons when she left for San Francisco, (so that she would always be able to find her way home). GO EAST! I thought they would make an adorable gift for anyone going far from home or planning a big trip. And they work! My sister loves hers.
Your good friend and mine, Vané from Brooklyn Bride has launched into business with her adorable ring pillows! Bklyn Pillow is her online shop, stop by for a peek at all her gorgeous handmade pillows. Go Vané!
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