Chocolates “For life’s every occasion.”

A delightful chocolate establishment based in Austin, Texas, Delysia Chocolatier offers some of the most unique and delectable chocolates that Texas has to offer! In 2009, they won 1st Place in the Professional Category at the Texas Chocolate Festival for their wine truffles, in addition to the wasabi raspberry truffle and cigar truffle. Mmmm… A perfect something to bring along as a gift to your New Years Eve gathering! A woman-run company, they partner with the finest vineyards and other establishments to create custom and gourmet chocolates to fit with each partner’s personality.

Photos courtesy of Delysia Chocolatier.

Dec

The Wedding Suite at Nordstrom Debuts

The Wedding Suite at Nordstrom NorthPark opened this week. One of only fourteen Nordstrom locations to launch the concept (Houston and San Antonio also have one), they will carry select items for the bride and the bridal party. Find bridesmaid and reception dresses, shoes, jewelry, and more. Capsule collections of bridal, bridesmaid and special-occasion dresses by guest designers will include ML Monique Lhuillier (see below), Notte by Marchesa, Milly, Kate Spade and Trina Turk. Special accessory and footwear designs through exclusive partnerships with Alexis Bittar and Stuart Weitzman will also be offered.~SQ

ML Monique Lhuillier ‘Nordstrom Exclusive’ Bridesmaid Gown

Love these Stuart Weitzman “I do Swoon” lace pumps

Judith Jack Earrings

Photos from shop.nordstrom.com

Dec

Garden Ceremony Ideas & Inspiration

If you are a hopeless romantic, chances are you are pulling for a spring time garden affair. When you have a lush floral garden as your backdrop there is little need to do much else. We do suggest having fun with the details, favors and embellishments to carry your botanical, garden theme throughout. Below are some favor ideas (fresh from our online shop) to inspire you with your favors, place settings and detail. For more information on these products go to shop.theweddingpartystudio.com

Dec

Gifts For The Fellas!

During the wedding planning process, very often the fellas get left out. Get your groom involved by giving him tasks that he enjoys. If he’s into music and creating playlists – put him in charge of coordinating your receptions tunes with the DJ. If he’s a wine or beer lover…give him the task of coming up with the menu for your cocktail hour. There are many ways to get him involved (without the kicking and screaming) in some of the planning so he doesn’t feel left out. Below are some great gift ideas we love that are perfect for grooms, fathers or groomsmen. To view all of these items and more visit our online store! shop.theweddingpartystudio.com

Dec

Letterpress Seaon’s Greetings Cards…it’s not too late!

It’s ok, we haven’t sent ours out either. No worries, it’s not too late. Your family and friends will forgive you especially when they open a beautiful holiday card by Ma Joie Press. These hand-made letterpress cards are little works of art and are absolutely perfect for sending your holiday wishes and new year’s blessings to those you love. Visit their Ma Joie Press Esty Shop to view the entire collection…

Photos courtesy of Ma Joie Press