all that glitters

I have always loved the notion of choosing one beautiful, thoughtful accessory to make a nice outfit (maybe even an unremarkable one) unforgettable. With a short, white, satin, cinched-at-the-waist dress, the sequined rose would be perfect. The top headband could complete a slender, drapey, grecian number like they were never meant to be apart.
This has me wondering... Did any of you choose your gown based on an amazing accessory? Or does the dress always come first?
Both of the above are from Bethany Lorelle.

{inspiration: gemma + sequins}

{p.s.} more paolo roversi:
* audrey marnay
* irina lazareanu & du juan
* gemma ward
* freja beha erichsen
* more gemma

{gemma ward by paolo roversi for vogue italia december 2005 via ruby press}

{editorial: anja rubik encore}

{anja rubik by thomas schenk for vogue nippon august 2005 via dustjacket attic}

{ad campaign: dior}

. . . adoring blazers with dresses

leather blossoms

It's rare to find nice leather goods in white, unless you pay about 1 million dollars for a designer stuff. I love these two clutches from Eight Seasons, (all the way from Estonia!) especially the White Sea of Blossoms - love it!

last day! enter the office 2008 for the mac DIY giveaway

{ snow white's revenge vinyl decal sticker by diascographics }

if you have a mac or love someone who does, today's the last day to enter the microsoft office 2008 giveaway -- your very own brand new copy of office 2008 for the mac, plus a packet of tips on DIY wedding projects -- save-the-dates, budget, invites, programs... the odds are good.

if you're a PC but just getting started on planning your wedding, check out the comments for links, resources, + reader favorites.

see the original post for details and to enter! giveaway ends 11:59pm PST today. winner will be chosen at random and announced friday.

{thanks so much to ALL of the commenters so far for taking time to share their stories!}
:)j

the garbologist's wife: great etsy dresses

{ earth angel dress }

the tagline for this shop is "sustainable garb" -- upcycled, sustainable, eco-friendly materials; feminine + flattering styles; very reasonably priced custom/handmade dresses. win, win, win.

these would make lovely bridal party dresses (or in white/ivory...)



more info at thegarbologistswife.etsy.com.