A bride after my own heart....

General Hospital's Maxie Jones (played by the dazzling Kirsten Storms) is no doubt one of the most fashion-forward characters on television. As an editor at a couture fashion magazine, she's always wearing inspiring threads and debuting cutting-edge hair styles.

It was only natural that her wedding gown would be jaw dropping. What was unexpected, however, was the vintage birdcage and jewel encrusted veil. Hello GLAMOUR! Best dressed TV bride of the season. Heck, best dressed bride in reality, too!

I was a bridesmaid this past weekend

(I love the light in the reception!)

My friend tied the knot this past weekend. She had a church ceremony and celebration at the Manor in West Orange.

I must say, with all the prestige behind the venue's moniker, I was a tad bit let town. The food at cocktail hour was ok. The only thing that made me swoon was the quesadillas (the best I ever had anywhere!). The sushi was a bit stale looking, so I avoided that. There was however, a grand array of cheeses which delighted many.

The entrees were fab. I loved the poached salmon and preferred it over the salmon at my Knoll Country Club wedding. But perhaps that's because each was prepared different.

The grounds of the Manor are stunning and made me want to remarry in another garden ceremony there! Anyone considering an outdoor wedding, deff. check out the Manor.

I can't say I'm in favor of it for a reception set-up however.

During the post-nuptial party, the bar was actually a rolling tray (think airplane food cart) set up in-between the aisle of tables. I couldn't help but wonder why the actual bar (one raised level up) was only used during the Venetian desserts, which by the way was delish' (though not as grand as the Knoll Country Club's dessert display).

All in all, it was a good time.

The best primer revealed!

When I got engaged back in 2007, I became obsessed with making sure I had a flawless face. But even the monthly facial appointments won't rescue your skin from an oily takeover. However, Laura Mercier primer will!

I tried it all-from Smashbox to Mac and have found Laura Mercier primer to keep my foundation on for a full day. It's heaven sent and available at department or makeup specialty stores (Sephora, anyone?) for about $30. Don't fret, it's worth every penny!

Event Program Example

I just finished an event program for Fashion A Cure-- a great music and fashion show that benefits the American Cancer Society. Take a look!





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For more info: www.myspace.com/fashionacure

Skin Care Advice from an Expert

For those of you who read my previous skin care blog and want even more skin care tips, I recommend you read The Glam Fairy's blog.

Alexa Prisco is a MAC certified makeup artist and she often posts skin care tips on her site:

http://www.theglamfairy.com/blogger.html

Head over there now to find out what moisturizer you should be using to combat this wintery weather!

PS-- Alexa did my wedding day airbrush makeup and I will be writing more about her soon!

Enjoy!

Start Spreading the News!

In this social networking world, it's only natural for engaged couples to create their own wedding web site.

Try www.ewedding.com.




It's fast and free, unless you choose to upgrade.

The template designs are clean and colorful. The intros even include animation.

This site also allows you to create polls and quizzes. This is a fun way for your guests and future family members to get to know more about you!


Other cool features:

RSVP management
Custom domain name
Photo albums
Audio & Video

Get Retro Chic with Milli Starr

Milli Starr creates custom millinery fashion that will make you feel like you walked out of The Notebook.

For instance, the 40's Halo:


There's something for every season and perhaps the most important occasion in a woman's life- her wedding day.


The Greta (above) is a 1920's style headband of period trims, woven silk ribbons and embroidered purple flowers centered with rhinestones, on a 1" ivory silk ribbon. It comes with a removable veil, so you can even wear this after you walk down the aisle. This option will keep hippie bride happy!


The Gilda is a 1920's French millinery plume of metallic straw in silver, pink, and olive green, with large pearl and iridescent bugle bead dangles. A wispy white ostrich feather peeks from behind with pink and green Swarovski crystals along its spine. If you're set on wearing a veil for the ceremony, this vintage score is perfect for the reception.

Buy now: http://www.millihats.com