Our ever popular 5 Creative Ways To Ask Your Bridesmaids got us thinking. Isn’t the best way to ask your girls in person? We think yes. We swoon for every luncheon, girls night, and brunch bridesmaid ask we see. It’s a fabulous way to honor the ladies who you love and to throw a party for…
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Etsy is one of our favorite wedding resources, and it’s no surprise. As a small family business ourselves, we love to support other small businesses and the individual artists who create gorgeous wedding goods on Etsy. Etsy wedding accessories and art are such a fantastic way to personalize your wedding. They’re also ideal for those…
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It’s engagement ring rule #1: Keep it shiny! That means taking care of your ring the right way – removing it for chores like the dishes & cleaning with harsh chemicals, removing it for summer fun and taking it off for your skincare routine (creams lotions and potions will fog up your diamond and act like…
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Bridesmaids gifts are tricky – how do you say “Thank You” to your best friends for pampering you throughout your engagement? How do you thank them for your shower, bachelorette party, all the help they gave you while wedding planning, and of course their friendship? A heartfelt note is a great place to start, but a…
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Wearables, smart jewelry and jewelry tech have exploded in 2014. From the Ringly to the Beacon & Lively smart bracelet and of course, the Apple Watch, smart jewelry is the hottest thing in jewelry right now. And making its debut, the Nymi band might have found, once and for all, an impenetrable password: your heartbeat.…
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Wedding reception games have a 50/50 split in the world of wedding planning. One camp is wholeheartedly for them, the other is “meh.” Which is not to say that there’s really anyone who’s totally anti-wedding reception games (admittedly, that would be an odd cause to hitch your wagon to.) But we can all agree that…
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Something about the summer heat has men ready to accessorize. Perhaps a lack of fabric coverage by the way of sleeves, or shirts in general, requires the guys to express their fashion sense through channels other than clothes. Enter man-jewelry. The right men’s accessories can add the perfect layer of cool to any guy’s ensemble.…
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Who’s ready to go glamping? We are! Once a bride to be has slipped that sparkly, shiny new engagement ring on her finger, all thoughts quickly turn to celebrating this happy time in her life. And the engagement party is just the beginning – whenever we add a new RLJ bride to the family, visions…
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Did you by chance read this TechCrunch article? A bride-to-be inadvertently spoiled her own engagement ring surprise after seeing her man-friend’s name in the tittle of an Etsy listing for a ring on her wish list. Whoops. Of course, we hope this didn’t make their engagement any less special, but we can’t fault the writer…
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There’s no more appropriate whimsical symbol of love than the hot air balloon. Floating gently above the earth in a basket built for two, literally propelled by the flames of your love (too cheesy?) We especially adore the vintage style hot air balloons with their scallops, pastel colors, and netting (something about the combo of…
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You know what goes great with a criss cross back wedding dress? Not a veil, that’s for sure. Why would you want to hide such a gorgeous detail of your gown? Not to mention, the veil isn’t for every bride. While some girls adore a birdcage vintage veil, a cathedral length span of french tulle…
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When saying “Thank you” to the women who’ve been by your side throughout the entire process of wedding planning – and often much, much more – how do you properly convey your appreciation? The best place to start is always with a handwritten and heartfelt note, bonus points if it’s on fabulous stationery. This shows…
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Kerrie Yeung is a jewelry designer from New York City. Her classic designs are perfect for everyday wear, yet modern enough for a special occasion. Growing up in New York City, she studied Jewelry and Metalsmithing at the Rhode Island School of Design, and now creates simple, organic, yet timeless jewelry for men and women.…
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I have received a slew of incredibly unique wedding invitations in the mail over the last few years. While we need to thank the artists at Etsy for this, partially, it’s great to see the bride stray from the mundane white “bridal book” wedding invitations of yesteryear. The invitation is an important aspect of your…
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Vintage fashion has been making a huge comeback over the last couple of seasons, partially contributed to AMC television hit Madmen. The elegant, vintage styles, old-world Victorian jewelry, pearls and earth-toned gemstones paired with herringbone and button shoes are all classic–and fashionable in today’s climate. Vintage fashion is also making quite an impact on communities like…
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