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{Design Couture} | BBJ Linens, and China, and Chargers, OH MY!

lmoore

Dec 9 |12:23

Author: lmoore

The sun peeking through my Metro Detroit bedroom window this morning reminded me of Los Angeles mornings. When I opened my front door I was greeted by such warms, but once I stepped outside, I was quickly brought to the reality that I live in the blistery cold of beautiful Michigan.

My California thoughts reminded me of the oodles and oodles of new inspiration I picked up while I was there. As you know, I met up with Younsong Martin of Wildflower Linens, as well a many other FABULOUS event designers, like Rrivre Davies (Rrivre Works), David Tutera, Nikki Khan (Exquisite Events), and Harmony Walton (Bridal Bar). I also had the pleasure of popping into one of my local linen fav’s LA office—BBJ Linen.

Actually, when I was in Phoenix I had the luxury of running into them at the ABC conference and set a time to meet with a longtime online friend Kim. In addition to showing me all the new items from around the world, I was introduced to their “something new” for 2011!

In addition to continuing to bring you absolutely amazing linens, BBJ Linens has teamed up with Mandarin Orange Trading Company to supply gorgeous chargers and specialty china for my brides as well! I’m not sure they’ve exactly announced it on their website, I may be jumping the gun a bit. But I am so excited about these chargers I could burst! You want gold? We’ve got gold, and not those cheap cracked plastic gold one’s you get from most rental sources . You want purple? Take your pick! You want custom to match your linen, we can absolutely make that happen!

These are drop-dead sexy chargers, but enough of me talking…show me the good, Lia!

The sad part, is these are sooooo much more gorgeous in person than here. I can’t wait to start offering these to Full Circle Eventi’s Chicago brides and Michigan brides. Being a nationwide company, they are offering these in all their locations, so let’s get started ladies!

Let me a comment below with you’re favorite china or charger!

{Cultural Couture} | Detailing Persian Aghd, Mirror & Candelabras

lmoore

Aug 19 |10:00

Unlike modern ceremonies, traditionally the ‘Aghd’ is held at the bride’s parent’s home. Guests are greeted by close family member and the ceremony begins. Guests seated, the groom walks up to the front of the ‘Sofreh ye Aghd’, and sits on the right side, which is considered the side of respect according to Zoroastrian culture. He is later joined by the bride who sits on the left.

The ‘Sofreh ye Aghd’, the backdrop used on the floor, is customarily passed from mother to daughter or occasionally, to son, but is commonly rented these days from decorators. It is made of luxurious fabric, Termeh” (Cashmere), “Atlas” (Satin with golden embroidery) or “Abrisham” (Silk). Many symbolic items are placed on the spread to create a beautiful design. Two of the most significant items are the mirror, ‘Aayeneh ye Bakht’ and the Candelabras.

Traditionally the Groom’s family is responsible to purchase both of these items, often coming from Iran. The large central mirror is placed directly in front of the Bride and Groom and should be large enough that all the witnesses behind them can see everyone. The mirror and candles are considered to be two very important items in Persian society, as they signify the fate and bright light that shines into the couple’s future. They symbolize light and fire as well as the Zoroastrian faith.

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{Bridal Couture} |Couture Gowns for the Barganista

lmoore

Aug 19 |04:01

If you’re like most city brides-to-be, chances are you already have your eye on The Dress. It drapes just the right way, with just the right look, and is by That Designer you always dreamed of wearing on your wedding. But if you’re also like most city brides-to-be, you tried to be scrappy. After all, in a city filled with sample sales, Soifer Haskin, and “friends in fashion,” let’s just say you’re not used to paying retail.
If you wrote us yesterday, asking how to whittle down that $10K cost to something, well, more “approachable,” you probably wouldn’t like my reply. Bridal, it seems, tends to play a different ball game than the rest of retail — last season’s gowns don’t find their way to deep discount, and they certainly won’t be found beneath the scraps at the Barneys Warehouse Sale. Your price has ultimately always been your price. Sorry, Charlie.

But today things have changed. Luxury bridal fashion guru Mark Ingram has joined a team of reputable industry insiders to bring you The Aisle New York, a membership-only Web site that showcases the most exclusive brands in bridal in limited engagement, timed-sale boutiques… all at sharp insider prices.
The Aisle New York debuts this fall with a hand curated selection of bridal fashion and accessories from the world’s top designers including Monique Lhuillier, Oscar de la Renta, Marchesa, Reem Acra, Lela Rose, Angel Sanchez, Elizabeth Fillmore and more. Featured merchandise will include wedding dresses and gowns, veils and headpieces, designer and fine jewelry, and also lingerie, shoes, and evening bags which could potentially transend beyond bridal.
“We’ve worked really hard to find pieces that are transferable to a variety of occasions,” said co-founder Shara Levy. “The in-the-know fashion lover will definitely be able to come to us for finds. We already have our eyes on the bridesmaids, friends and family members. Tabletop, gifts and registry could be huge for us as well.”

Hooked yet? To spread the love even further, the founders of The Aisle have a special offer for our readers… While the full site is set to launch this fall, Merci New York readers have been grated special pre-registration access by clicking here:
http://www.theaislenewyork.com/invite/mercinewyork.

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{Bridal Sutra} | Shanaiya Bridal Saris

lmoore

Aug 18 |16:18

Wedding Inspirasi doesn’t just cover your standard Western white bridal gowns, they also love to feature beautiful ethnic options. Here is a fantastic display from Shanaiya 2010 bridal collection. Stunning is all shades of the rainbow and beyond, these are beautiful saris for guests as well as brides.

Featuring deep jewel tones and contrasting textures and patterns, takes this traditional dress to new technicolor heights. Above: Trends – brown based sari with blue paisley print palu; below: Swarna – vibrant bandhani saree in red, mustard and turquois with patch embroidery of metallic hue thread and sequins.

Rustica – earth tone lehriya sari with a laser embroided net pallu embroided with floral designs.

Samantha bandhani green and purple-based printed saree with a crushed skirt gold sequins enbroirdery.

Miloni – red daaboo print crushed saree with intricate sequin circle motifs.

Left: Caroline lehriya printed lehnga choli with crushed fabric with embroidery of sequins and silk. right: Jennie, gold foil printed saree with net and velvet floral veil around the pallu with matching net slit in the skirt section.

Neelam pari – ethnic bandhani and net saree with lovely intricate eastern embroidery on the pallu and shoulder.

Shanaiya is one of the official sponsors for Miss Universe Great Britain 2010, Snehali Naik. For buying information and more beautiful traditional Indian dresses, including salwar kameez, check out the website.

{Wedding Couture} | Bollywood Infusion

lmoore

Aug 18 |12:00

Not a “tradition or custom” today. Focus is on Fusion for today’s Cultural Couture post!

A time-honored tradition in most Indian weddings is the dance performed by the couple’s sisters/brothers-friends-cousins. It’s safe to say that at some point of every Indian’s life, he or she will dance at some wedding (and having avoided it for 26 years, my time has finally come. Egads).

The dances usually look something like this:

Lately, this tradition has gone mainstream, and non-desi Bollywoodaholics are bringing this tradition to their own nuptials:

Slumdog Fever apparently hit the American wedding circuit and never left. It warms my heart to see Bollywood go bridal. However, my beloved Bollywood-loving couples, there are many other songs that are perfect for a filmi moment than Jai Ho (a once-beloved song that now ranks high on the overplayed list). Here are my favorites:

Dance Pe Chance
Jogi Mahi
Desi Girl
Salaam-E-Ishq
Nachle
Nachna Onda Nei
Aahun Aahun (Remix)
Dhoom Taana
Jee Karda

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{Design Couture} | BBJ Linens, and China, and Chargers, OH MY!

{Cultural Couture} | Detailing Persian Aghd, Mirror & Candelabras

{Bridal Couture} |Couture Gowns for the Barganista

{Bridal Sutra} | Shanaiya Bridal Saris

{Wedding Couture} | Bollywood Infusion

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