Fabulous Fashion From The Royal Wedding

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Top of the morning to ya! FINALLY…the moment you’ve all been waiting for (or at least everyone in our office has!)…the GOWN. Smiling from ear to ear, Princess Catherine was the essence of calm as walked down the aisle wearing a stunning ivory and satin Alexander McQueen gown designed by Sarah Burton with lace appliqué bodice. The 9ft train flowed from a skirt echoing an opening flower, with white satin gazar arches and pleats. The elaborate dress (also known as the best kept secret in fashion history) was made with individual flowers were hand-cut from lace and hand-engineered onto ivory silk tulle to create a unique and organic design – which incorporates the rose, thistle, daffodil and shamrock. Her veil is made of layers of soft, ivory silk tulle with a trim of hand-embroidered flowers. The bride carried a simple lily of the valley bouquet. Accessorized with a diamond Cartier Halo tiara (lent to her by the Queen!) and a pair of pear-shaped diamond earrings, Catherine wore her hair down in her signature loose waves. Her price (who rolled up in a handsome black Bentley) looked dashing in a resplendent red tunic of the Irish Guards. The mother-of-the-bride Carole Middleton, wore a lovely sky-blue ‘Sydney’ day dress by Catherine Walker, who was also a favorite designer of Princess Diana. Kate’s sister and Maid of Honor, Pippa Middleton also wore a custom ivory gown by Sarah Burton of Alexander McQueen. The crepe cowl front dress had the same button detail and lace trim as the bride’s beautiful gown. Pippa wore floral diamond earrings and a coordinating headpiece that were made for her by the same jeweler, Robinson Pelham, who also designed Kate’s earrings. Father of the groom, Prince Charles, wore Royal Navy attire while the Duchess of Cornwall (Camilla Parker Bowles Parker) sported an Anna Valentine, champagne silk with a hand-embroidered coat dress for the royal wedding. And her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II, donned a yellow primrose Angela Kelly dress and matching crepe hat adorned with silk roses. This truly was THE wedding of the century and the fashion was spectacular and well worth the wait!

Photos courtesy of MailOnline.com, and Today.com

Apr

Silver Cake Server Sets

Let them eat cake! And let them cut it with these lovely cake server sets found in our online store. From Pearl Handles to Classic Silver, each of these understated designs feature stainless steel blades and are the perfect addition to a wedding cake. Makes this a personal gift and wonderful keepsake for the Bride and Groom by adding a Monogram, Logo Design, Wedding Date, and/or Your Own Wedding Message. Personalization starts at only $5.00 USD. Servers range from $19.98 to $59.98. Shop these cake servers, champagne flutes, personalized napkins and wedding favor ideas at shop.theweddingpartystudio.com.

Apr

A Beautifully Restored Ballroom in Dallas, Texas

Welcome to The Room on Main. A beautifully restored historic ballroom located Downtown Dallas. This 6,000 square foot ballroom’s boasts plenty of character with natural wood floors, antique chandeliers and 30-foot ceilings with 15-foot windows. Located on the 6th floor of the Dallas Arts Center, this charming space will accommodate up to 320 guests. It’s neutral backdrop, romantic details and location (Some of our FAVORITE hotels are within walking distance – Hotel Indigo, Sheraton, Magnolia Hotel, and The Adolphus) make this facility perfect for ceremonies and receptions. For questions and to schedule a tour call 214.742.1526 or email info@theroomonmain.com. For additional information and events visit The Room on Main on Facebook.

Photos Courtesy of The Room on Main

Apr

Great Gifts for Mother’s Day

Let’s hear it for moms! In honor of Mother’s Day we have featured some of our mom’s favorite things. Each of these thoughtful gifts could be given as a MOB (mother-of-the-bride) gift or for Mother’s Day. We love giving and getting classic accessories you can enjoy year round. You can never go wrong with a simple soft scarf, a pair of sonyarenee earrings, a sweet compact mirror (engraved perhaps), personalized set of cocktail napkins, yummy fragrance, and a trio of lip gloss. Happy mom’s day!

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Colored Scarves - $29, found at www.wisteria.com

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Monogrammed Block Letter Cocktail Napkins - $20, found at www.wisteria.com

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kai eau de parfum - $76, found at www.kaifragrance.com

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Tiny Gold Disc Earring - $40, found at www.sonyarenee.com

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Lip Gloss Trio - $40, found at www.bobbibrowncosmetics.com

Apr

Meet Heidi Hogue of Lilac & Co.

Good Monday Morning! We’d like to introduce you to the fabulous Ms. Heidi Hogue, mastermind behind Lilac & Co. Heidi is a little bit Audry Hepburn, a pinch of Martha Stewart and a dash of Regina Spektor (mostly because of her red hair, great skin and her ability to rock red lips). After 16 years designing couture clothing, Heidi united her incredible eye for high-fashion with a love of flowers and glamorous parties. Voila! Lilac & Co. was born. And Heidi’s personal wedding is one of our all time favorites. Married at a quaint, little chapel among close family and friends, Heidi wore a vintage skirt that she redesigned into a strapless dress and in true Heidi fashion, accessorized it with a Silk Peau de Soie “Obi” sash to add a chic, modern touch. Her bouquet made entirely of Lilly’s of the Valley was also accessorized with a vintage, Norwegian brooch in honor of a family tradition. Her groom wore a tuxedo with a matching boutonniere. Their intimate reception dinner was held in the Penthouse at the Stoneleigh Hotel. We’ve included just some of her fabulous photos below taken by Jennifer Yarbro Photography…flowers of course my Lilac & Co. View Lilac & Co.’s portfolio to learn more and contact Heidi directly.