Buy your tickets now!

The bridal event hosted by The Wedding Salon is, in my opinion, one of the best events in the industry. The last time I attended, I was "oohing" and "aahing" over all of the fabulous table arrangements and elaborate floral designs. I also sipped on pretty, blue cocktails and sampled 3 delicious cakes (and met Sylvia Weinstock)! There was also an amazing display of gorgeous wedding gowns and accessories. Of course, I went snap happy with my camera the entire time, so check back to my old post from March (click here) to see the photos.

Monday, November 2nd from 4 - 9 PM
The Roosevelt Hotel
45 E. 45th Street @ Madison Ave

Buy tickets online ($50 for 2)

Fall Sample Sale

Junko Yoshioka is hosting a sample sale at their SoHo bridal salon on 580 Broadway, NYC. This 2-day event will take place October 1st and 2nd from 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM.

Get up to 70% off gorgeous, couture wedding gowns! Sample sale prices range from $700-3,000 (Originally $2,500-8,000).

Call for an appointment 212.206.9302

The Great Bridal Expo in NYC

Buy your tickets now
$7 online ($9 at the door)

Monday, October 5th starting at 5:30 PM
Marriott Marquis
1535 Broadway, NYC

An Invitation from Town&Country Weddings

St. Regis Hotel
2 E. 55th St. at Fifth Avenue
Louis XVI Room, 2nd floor

RSVP: 212.649.5005 or tcweddings@hearst.com

Say "I do" to J. Crew

Check out the J. Crew wedding trunk show for the upcoming fall/winter 2009 and spring 2010 collections at 30 Rockefeller Center, NYC. Sat 9/26 - Sun 9/27 from 8 - 11 AM.

RSVP to Ashley@jcrew.com

Blabber Bride is 1 year old!

Today marks the 1 year anniversary of when I started the Blabber Bride blog. My very first post was my "Spring Inspiration Board" on September 12, 2008. So, what better way to celebrate this day than to go to a WEDDING? Funny coincidence, I'm actually heading to a wedding... the wedding of my best friend... the same friend who I created the inspiration board for... exactly 1 year ago!!! It's really interesting how things come full circle...

I'm grabbing my blue bridesmaid dress and gold stiletto heels, and heading off to Long Island to get my hair and makeup done before the big event!

Ciao ladies~

Free Wedding Websites

Nowadays, having a wedding website for your guests to visit is a must. Here are some sites that offer free, personalized wedding websites.

Bridal Fever
MomentVille
eWedding
My Wedding
OneWed
The Knot
Wedding Channel

Facebook your wedding

If you're a Facebook fanatic, you can now share your wedding with your bridal party and guests through Weddingbook, "the most popular wedding destination on Facebook." I was impressed to find that Weddingbook currently has over 571,000 active users and over 8,000 fans already.

Through Weddingbook, you can do all the basics, like post links to your wedding website and gift registry, post engagement photos, and create a guest book for friends to sign. My favorite is that you can create a place for all of your guests to get to know each other on Facebook before the big day. There's also a countdown clock and the "wedding wall" where you can discuss your wedding plans and share updates. Another neat feature -- you can connect with other brides for advice through the Weddingbook Boards!

For the Tech-Savvy Bride

Here's a concept! Plan your wedding through your iPhone!


The Bride Guide was designed by a wedding planner and claims to offer "everything you need to plan a successful and stress-free wedding." You can download the Bride Guide from the iTunes app store.

The Bride Guide features:

• A countdown to your wedding date
• A complete (185) pre-populated to-do list items based on your wedding date
• The ability to add items to your to-do list
• Contact view that allows you to view and add wedding vendors
• A recommended budget based on industry standards
• A budget calculator that let’s you keep track of and add payments as you go
• A wedding planner that explains each facet of planning a wedding
• Topics include: Getting Started, Ceremony, Reception, Bride, Groom, Stationery, Flowers, Music, Photography & Videography, Wedding Party, Cake & Favors, Transportation, Honeymoon, Registry, Guests, Other Festivities
  

A Whole Other Kind of Crab Cake!

One of my coworkers shared these photos with me, and we both got such a kick out of it! Her aunt went to a wedding in Italy, and this cake (yup, cake!) was served at the rehearsal dinner. The entire cake is edible... the crabs, the corn, the Old Bay seasoning can, the bucket!... all made of white chocolate. Crazy, huh?

8 Fabulous Dresses!!!

Vera Wang

Vera Wang

Romona Keveza

Platinum for Priscilla of Boston

Lazaro

Junko Yoshioka

Giambattista Valli

Elie Saab

Sample Sale Alert

Thanks for letting me know about this event, CC!

Clara Kasavina

I first discovered Clara Kasavina handbags at the Wedding Salon Event I attended at the Roosevelt Hotel in NYC back in March of this year. I revisited her site today and found the most gorgeous handbag! It's handmade with Swarovski elements, genuine mink, and ostrich feathers! Absolutely fabulous.


Priced at $1875, but remember I shared a promo code with you back in March. Use code "WSalon09" and get 20% off your purchase. Just e-mail sales@clarakasavina.com to redeem.

i love yellow

Going for a fresh, summer look for your wedding day? Try a bright, citrus yellow!



Photos courtesy celebrity wedding florist, Kevin Lee.

I'm bringing Amanda1986 back~

I had to bring Amanda1986 from Etsy back!! She has such gorgeous and unique creations to offer ... I can't stop going back to see what else she's made! If you missed my earlier post in February, click here.

Look at these beautiful centerpieces in vintage tea tins!! Just $30 for the pair!! Think how lovely these would look sitting atop the table for your bridal shower or rehearsal dinner. Your guests will "ooh" and "aah" over them (like I do), and the best part is, they get to take them home and they won't wilt or die like real flowers!


This one is a bonus feature... how amazing is this boutonniere?! It's made of ostrich feathers! So glam, so fabulous. I just love it. Only $18.

Colette Malouf

My colleague could not stop gushing about the Colette Malouf hair accessories she found for her wedding and she urged me to share on Blabber Bride. She's right -- if you're not going for the princess tiara look, and you're not going for the ultra feminine, fresh flower look, what do you have left for your pretty little wedding head??! Well, CM's collection offers contemporary, chic hair pieces for the fashion-forward bride. Finally!

P.S. Congratulations, AB!!! I can't wait to see your wedding photos!! =)

Another great find from Etsy!

No more dust-collector guest favors! If you are a practical and eco-friendly bride, you'll want to check out these adorable soap favors from Primitive Earth on Etsy.com. Based in Charlottesville, VA, this Etsy member makes all-natural vegetable soaps using ingredients that are close to the earth. The soaps are scented with 100% essential oils, NO synthetic fragrances. You choose the scent from a variety of options!

Plus, provide a sample of your invitation or describe your wedding theme, and they will match the font and style on the soap labels. Label includes type of soap, name/date/event details, and ingredients. Soaps average 1.7 to 2 ounces each (about half the size of a regular bar), and are wrapped in adorable fabric, and topped off with your choice of grosgrain ribbon. $22.50 for a set of 10.

Featuring 3 new invitations from Paper a la Mode

Sorry ladies~ I completely forgot about the "Featured Invitation of the Month" posts for May, June, and July! To make up for this, I'd like to share three new invitations from Paper a la Mode...

Invitation #1 is from the Chloe B collection:
Sail away to your destination wedding with this bright white, tea-length invitation featuring nautical designs and navy pocket. Measures 9 1/2" x 4 1/4". Price $570 per 100.


Invitation #2 is from the Exclusive II collection:
A symbol of beauty, the peacock inspired this ecru, tea-length invitation. Two peacock feathers, in oceanside blue and espresso, encase the wording of your invitation to add a sophisticated touch. Measures 4" x 9 1/4". Price $212 per 100.


Invitation #3 is from the Tru collection:
A heavy, textured invitation in a nature-inspired wrap that opens to reveal your wording in the ink color of your choice. Wrap you invitation in a satin ribbon for the final touch. Measures 5 5/8" x 5 1/2". Price $460 per 100.


E-mail info@paperalamodeny.com with promo code "blabberbride" for 15% discount from now until Dec 31, 2009.

Congrats, Megan & Todd! Thanks for sharing your fabulous wedding video!

Megan & Todd's Wedding Movie Preview Trailer from tangerine media group on Vimeo.

Apothecary Jars

Hi Ladies~ I'm back!!!!!!!!

It's been nearly two months since I've been on BlabberBride, and about a month since I returned from Italy. I fell head-over-heels in love with the country, particularly Tuscany and Florence, and definitely needed some time to unravel and unwind from the trip before I could get back to my ordinary life.

Many people have been so kind in sending me material for BlabberBride, nudging me to start blogging again. The stuff that I've received is pretty awesome... some really cool deals, new and funky ideas, and even personal stories and photos of your own weddings. Thank you, everyone!! I hope no one is too disappointed that I didn't actually use the material here. Please know that I used everything as inspiration!

I guess I just needed to find my own thing... and I think I've found it!! I don't know if you'll love it as much as me, but here goes...

Apothecary jars!!! Look how beautiful this table looks!!! The jars are holding rose heads, nests, and birch... it just feels so warm and cozy, but also very feminine and natural. It kind of reminds me of the countryside... maybe Tuscany!!?? I just love it. It would be perfect for a garden wedding, don't you think?

You could buy high-quality, preserved rose heads which would last much longer than fresh rose heads. I just think it's so pretty~ Click on the photo to enlarge and get a closer look.