Go Green This Spring – Philadelphia Wedding and Event Planner – Angela MALICKI events

Happy (belated) St. Patrick’s Day!

This celebrated Irish day is recognized everywhere from Australia to Japan, so why not add a little green to your day today? In honor of this splendid, over-the-top holiday of St. Patrick’s day, lets discuss a little bit about what is going to be (and already has been) seen a lot in the fashion world this season: you guessed it, the color green.

This color is so versatile that you can have a completely different effect on your wardrobe just based on what colors or accessories you pair it with. Many brides love the earthy tones and peacefulness that go hand in hand with green. Outdoor wedding? Showcase the beautiful green trees by stringing lights throughout the branches. Indoor wedding? Bring nature indoors with an assortment of large blooming showers decorated by their green foliage. There are so many subtle ways of including the color green to really showcase other elements of your wedding: guests’ tables, the hors d’oeuvres section, take home goodie bags, the list is endless!

I’m sure you all were decked out in your favorite green attire Saturday, and so were some of our favorite celebrities. Kate Middleton looked beautiful (as usual) in a forest green coat dress with black pumps and matching black belt. Is there any thing she can’t pull off?? And even the little starlets are getting into the green action. Will Smith’s daughter, Willow, was seen walking in the streets of NYC shopping with her mother, with green hair. Everyone who’s anyone knows what the color can do to add a little more fun to your daily routine outfit or create an instantly classic look.

 

Loving the green fashion for 2012.

This color is fabulous because it can range anywhere from an Oscar-worthy, elegant emerald gown to a casual, laid-back T that adds a pop of color to go with any pair of jeans. And speaking of the Oscar’s, many famous celebrities were seen wearing the hottest shades of the color at the 2012 Academy Awards including: nominee Viola Davis wearing a gorgeous deep amethyst color Vera Wang strapless gown, nominee Glenn Close adorned in a dark forest green Zac Posen tight-knit dress with matching blazer, and Maria Menounos looking like a Greek goddess in a sea-foam green, flowing Maria Lucia Hohan design.

Looking for a more wearable way to showcase this color? How about a pair of bright, mint green jean shorts paired with a flowy white shirt and leather belt? Mint green will be popping up in almost all genres of fashion this summer. You will see the color being added to chunky bangles for an extra pop of color or large cocktail rings. Regardless, with a long, hot summer stretched out before us, you will definitely be able to add a cool, refreshing color like this to your wardrobe.

How about if you want to add a little pop of color to your daily routine without buying a new outfit? One of the hottest 2012 trends is a soft green nail polish. “2012 is all about the color green,” says Essie founder Essie Weingarten. “There’s something really special about it, so you’re going to see a lot of it”. You will see everything from a cool, crisp blue-green that pairs excellently with that fresh-from-the-beach tan, to the more subdued pistachio/olive tones. Either on your fingers or on your toes the right shade of green can catch anyone’s attention. Be on the lookout for Essie’s new color that came out in February called “Navigate Her” or Butter London’s “Slapper”, a fun teal that would be perfect with an eyelet dress and your favorite pair of wedges.

Another trend that has been seen everywhere from your neighborhood to the high-end fashion runway is color blocking. Green looks fabulous paired with a a bright red/orange or even some purple jewel tones. My favorite look was Camilla Belle’s Gucci ensemble showcasing a deep purple shirt under an orange blazer with high waisted, tapered green pants. You can also “spice up” an ordinary jean and t-shirt ensemble with a cute pair of pumps! Via Spiga ‘Dale’ Wedge in “grass” might just be the perfect summer wedge you’ve been looking for.

 

This post was brought to you by: the color green.

xoxo-

Rachel

Pinterest, your new obsession -Philadelphia Wedding and Event Planner – Angela Malicki Events

Hi there!

Want to know 52 ways to use dish washing liquid other than cleaning dishes? How about how to make a dress from an old scarf ? Who wouldn’t like this handy information right at their fingertips? I’m sure most of you by now know what Pinterest is and most likely already have an account, but for those who don’t Pinterest in a website where you can find anything from hair style tutorials to best athletes of 2011. You can collect items that interest you and “pin” them to your virtual pinboard, organizing them in categories such as “dream homes that I would never be able to afford” to “recipes that are 2 million+ calories a bite” and everything in between. If you’re crafty and like DIY projects, Pinterest will be your Heaven. There are hundreds of ideas to keep you busy for hours on a rainy day. Not crafty? How about planning that big day and still need some last minute details to make your wedding one of a kind. Pinterest has an entire wedding and events category including adorable bridesmaid gift ideas (personalized hangers to hang their dresses on- cute!) and creative Save the Date invite ideas.

Imagine all of your brilliant ideas when it comes to your dream wedding in one place! The virtual pin board captures everything from color schemes to dress designs. If you see a dress you like, simply click the image and it will automatically take you to the site where it can be found. Pinterest is a fantastic way to stay on top of the trends and find out what’s popular. You can even search your favorite stylist/celebrity/whoever and find out everything there is about them! Search Kim Kardashian and you’ll find everything from makeup tutorials to the hottest pair of pumps she was last seen in.

Once you see a post you like or find interesting, simply click it and the site will ask if you want to “like” it, “repin”, or “comment”. If you click “repin” you can then choose the board you want to add it to. Everytime you repin a post others who are following you and are on the site will be notified there is a new “pin” on the homepage. Obviously the more diverse your pins and how often you repin, you can gain more followers.

If you are interested in joining you have to submit an invitation and the website typically takes about a week to get back to you (for some odd reason you can’t just click a button to join, you have to request an invite and wait for them to respond). If you are really impatient like me, find a friend who has a Pinterest account and ask them to email you an invite and you will be able to log in right then and there.

Happy Pinning!

xoxo

Rachel

Destination Aloha, In Philly? – Philadelphia Wedding and Event Planner – Angela MALICKI events

Close your eyes… think lounging on the beach in your own cabana, sipping on your Mai Tai with those cute little umbrella straws hanging over the side. Can you hear the ocean waves rolling onto the beach? The warm water barely coming up to your toes, which are now slowly digging deeper and deeper into that soft, powder-like sand. Got that image in your head?

Now open your eyes. As your staring at your computer screen in the corner of your work cubicle realizing how nice it would be to get away, I have one question for you- who wouldn’t want to go to Hawaii for vacation this year? Oh, can’t afford the $1,500, 24 hour round trip, plane tickets? Don’t have time to take off a week from your over-demanding job? Suddenly all relatives are MIA when needing someone to watch your three, darling children?

What’s the next best thing? Why, the Hawaii Islands of Aloha themed Philadelphia Flower Show of course! Starting at $27 a pop, tickets are much more affordable than that 12 hour plane ticket (and the commute should be a little easier for you too). And the best part is, the whole family can come! If that doesn’t do it for you, know that all proceeds from the show help out the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society. Taking a mini Hawaiian vacation AND helping a good cause? Well that’s just a win/win for everyone.

The Philadelphia Flower Show truly has something for everyone. Doors of the Pennsylvania Convention Center open Sunday, March 4 at 8am and close Sunday, March 11 at 6pm. Sprinkled throughout the week are “themed nights” ranging from LGBT Night Out on Monday to Girls Night Out later in the week on Thursday. You can even meet Bethenny Frankel  on Saturday and try out some of her new Skinny Girl Cocktails. For those of us who have kids, during the weekends are events geared to a younger crowd, and how about the men in our lives?? Well for them, the ultimate Man Cave was created including table games sponsored by SugarHouse Casino, virtual competitions of Tiger Wood’s PGA, and projection screens broadcasting Sixers and Flyers games (surround sound included).

And guess who will be attending Wedding Wednesday? Of course Angela and her crew wouldn’t miss an event like this! Sponsored by Philadelphia Wedding, this event is held Wednesday from 5:30-8:30pm. Make sure to check out our table display, featuring custom-made stationary from Angela’s new line, Titus Print! There will be champagne, complimentary appetizers, and of course all types of flower displays, as well as DIY Bouquet stations hosted by Philadelphia Wedding’s Carrie Denny, and flower arranging demonstrations by Flowers by David and Robertson’s Flowers.

Hope to see you there!

xoxo

Rachel

Katrina + Scott – Crystal Tea Room – Philadelphia Wedding and Event Planner – Angela MALICKI events

Back in May, Trina and Scott wed on the perfect Saturday afternoon. We met the couple last year over the summer and we were excited to assist them with their planning process. The wedding day started out at the Downtown Marriott, with Trina and the girls fresh from Ettore with hair and make up completed, sipping on champagne and ready to slip into their dresses. The bridemaids wore beautiful purple Bill Levkoff dresses that matched perfectly with the wedding color palette.

Ashley and the bridesmaid’s assisted Trina, as she stepped into her stunning Maggie Sottero Gown. (After purchasing her gown, Trina handed Scott a bridal magazine and had him choose a gown that he might like, and ironically, he chose that very one – it was meant to be!)  Her look was completed with her something borrowed, her mothers diamonds. Absolutely fabulous!

Kevin York, owner of Kevin York Photography and his team documented their entire event and captured many special moments. My favorite, the reveal. The couple met in the lobby at the Marriott by the escalators, it was such a touching moment seeing their reaction to each other for the first time.  Kevin and the couple decided to head to the Art Museum for group pictures. They rented a few buses from Philadelphia Trolley Works to take them around the city – a wedding party bus of their own!

After portraits, we headed to Tenth Presbyterian Church for the ceremony. Trina had a surprise for all - a horse and carriage brought her and her father to the church which later the new couple rode in. The ceremony took place in this gorgeous church which was filled with family and friends. It was smooth sailing from here. The bridal party looked amazing walking down the aisle, the moment we all been waiting for. Trina and her dad walking down the aisle, she looked like a princess!

Once ceremony was over, the buses shuttled all guests to the Wanamaker Building, where the reception took place in the breath-taking Crystal Tea Room. If you never have been to this venue, please make your way down there during the holidays. You will LOVE it! The room looked spectacular, Carl Alan designed all the centerpieces consisting of orchids, roses, hydrangea and other seasonal flowers. Something that I loved with their seating was the two large family tables that seated sixteen. This is a great idea especially for those larger families that you don’t want to break up.

Cocktail hour was kicking, Jason, owner of Synergetic Sounds, kept the music at a perfect tempo while guests enjoyed the delicious hor’dorves and sipping on the couples signature drink.

Professionals that took part in this fabulous wedding:

Planner – Angela MALICKI events - Ang, Ashley, Cindy

Photographer – Kevin York Photography

Videographer – Doug Rivers Video

Ceremony – Tenth Presbyterian Church

Reception – Crystal Tea Room

Florist – Carl Alan Designs

Entertainment - Synergetic Sounds

Transportation – Philadelphia Trolley Works

Dress – Maggie Sottero

Bridemaids - Bill Levkoff

Holiday decorating with Mother Nature’s goods – Philadelphia Wedding and Event Planner – Angela MALICKI events

The winter holidays are a wonderful time to decorate your home, both for entertaining and to make those cold gray days a little brighter.  Many of us make a trip to the grocery store or perhaps the florist shop to pick out some roses, mums or carnations for the holiday centerpiece.  But why not try something different this year?  Something much more unique, affordable and sustainable?  With more than 80% of the cut flowers sold in the US today being imported from other countries, usually Columbia and Ecuador, and with those same flowers being literally drenched in pesticides (to ensure there are no bugs on them that would get them tossed out at the customs inspection when they’re unloaded from the plane), it’s a great time to look closer to home for your floral materials.This holiday season, take a trip into your backyard (or your neighbor’s, with permission of course) to trim the tree in a different way.  Both bare branches and evergreen boughs are perfect for simply elegant displays in the home.  So are pine cones, seed pods, perfect fallen leaves and other botanical tidbits.  To dress them up a bit with holiday sparkle, try spray painting them gold, silver, copper or white and sprinkle with a bit of glitter.  Since these wintery botanicals aren’t as delicate as fresh flowers, your hard work will last much longer, and you can think outside the vase.  Try placing white glitter dusted pine cones under a glass bell jar for a delicate and seasonal display.  If you just can’t be without fresh flowers (I’m right there with you), try your hand at forcing bulbs indoors.  Narcissus and Amaryllis are the most widely available in florist shops, garden centers and even hardware stores.  Choose a beautiful wide low bowl that fits your decor, fill with pebbles, and sprout your bulbs to bloom over the winter, providing not only long-lasting color but delicious fragrance too.

Love ‘n Fresh Flowers is a petite, sustainably managed, urban flower farm and full service event floral design studio in Philadelphia dedicated to creating fresh textural arrangements exclusively with locally grown flowers.  Love ‘n Fresh focuses on eco-lovely weddings and other events with a vintage flair.   Their flowers are also sold at area specialty grocery stores and through a fantastic Flower CSA.  Jennie Love, owner and designer for Love ‘n Fresh, is passionate about using locally grown flowers  in unexpectedly unique and elegant arrangements. Trained both as a grower and floral designer at Longwood Gardens , she loves educating customers about the beauty and value of locally grown flowers. In every aspect of the business, Love ‘n Fresh manages the whole creative process ““.

Jennie Love

Love ‘n Fresh Flowers

www.lovenfreshflowers.com

215.479.4585

NEWS FROM ANG! – Philadelphia Wedding and Event Planner – Angela MALICKI events

October in full swing and I’m loving every minute of it. I love this month for many reasons, the most recent one, I got married on a perfect Sunday afternoon to my best friend 4 years ago, Bridal Fashion Week for 2012, I will say it again, THE FASHION, the change of weather, and one of my favorite holidays, Halloween – candy corn is my favorite, tri color!

A few quick, easy decorating  and entertaining tricks that you can easily master. Your guests will think you hired a planner!

• Choose an area where you love to entertain – living Room, dining room or even outside. Clear a table and create a focal point where you will have your fall cocktails, festive bites and decorative lifestyle.

• Visit your local farmer’s market, supermarket or my go to place – Produce Junction. Pick up several mini pumpkins (orange, ghost and tiger), gourds, mini mums and kale plants.

• Pull out those glass pitchers you have in storage that you received as a wedding/ house warming gift, fill them with mini pumpkins – single color in two and tiger in the other. Add a contemporary runner or festive mat to add more color. Candles – add light with votive or candle sticks

• Try something different with your cocktails, a Grey Goose Pumpkin Patch Martini, Spiced Cider and Cognac martini or the old stand by Apple Martini!.

• Another quick and easy recipe that can be made in advance are cute Pumpkin Tartes. So simple to make, needed is frozen phyllo shells, pumpkin mix (follow directions on can), fill shells, bake in oven. done – top of with whipped cream and enjoy.

Thanks to M Restaurant at the Morris House Hotel

for this quick recipe. 

Treat yourself to dinner and at this fabulous restaurant and enjoy their seasonal menu and desserts.

On a serious note, it’s Breast Cancer Awareness month, early detection and prevention is key. A few precautions to take are, limiting your alcohol intake, diet, daily activity and avoiding environmental pollution just to name a few.

Did you know: In 1993, Evelyn Lauder – VP of the Estee Lauder Companies, founded  The Breast Cancer Research Foundation and established the “Pink Ribbon” as its symbol. In 1991 Susan G Komen first introduced the ribbon, handing them out to participants at the New York race for breast cancer survivors.

Shop and give back

Several designers are giving back and proceeds of their specialty products are donated to charity.

Including, Ralph Lauren, Estee Lauder, OPI, Bobbi Brown, Bloomingdale’s, Target, Kitchen Aid( I have the pink mixer), and Lily Pulitzer to name a few.

NEWS FROM ANG! – Philadelphia Wedding and Event Planner – Angela MALICKI events

Fall, my favorite time of the year for many reasons – Pumpkin Spice Lattes from Starbucks, change of weather, the FASHION and my birthday.

Of course the change in decor in your house or event theme.

I love to entertain for close friends and family and changing my tablescape is one of my favorite things.

1. Remove anything that was relevant from the spring/summer from your focal entertaining area.

2. Try a burlap table runner instead of a tablecloth on your dinning room table.  That brings an outside element in your house.

3. Crystal candle sticks! I obsesses over them, change the color that will match the decor in your room. Who doesn’t love a dim room.

4. Scents bring back a certain memory, I love ANYTHING pumpkin and spice. My favorite is Slatkin and Co. and Henri Bendel Candles – Pumpkin and Firewood.

5. Have the right food and wine at your get together. Comfort foods are perfect right now especially mac and cheese, pumpkin biques and baked apple crisp. Don’t forget the wine, and in moderation!

Enjoy!

Rachelle + Dan – The Willows Mansion, Radnor, Main Line -Philadelphia Wedding and Event Planner – Angela MALICKI events

I know this post is long over due, but totally worth the wait. We met Rachelle and Dan back in December of 2010, with a short planning time frame of 4 months. This was a piece of cake! The date was chosen, and the rest was on us. We started out with the venue. Dan and Rachelle have a sophisticated style with a playful edge. Ceremony and reception needed to be held in one location and close to a hotel. We chose the historic Willows Mansion in Radnor. A perfect backdrop for a ceremony and quaint size for an intimate wedding. The couple’s guest list was a nice size of 85 guests.

With the division of the multiple rooms and natural light peaking through, we knew exactly what the table scape and set up would look like. The first thing I thought of were all the beautiful flowers during that time of year, including forsythes, kale, birdzilia, hypeericomb, roses and other seasonal flowers. Not to mention the textures of the linens and crystal. We approached the couple with a drawing, that consisted of multiple vessels and heights which included an out of the ordinary twist. We partnered with our good friend Brittany, owner of Petal’s Lane, to really bring this idea to life. It was at our final design meeting that all components including the tablescape, linens and crystal, looked spectacular and came together.

Okay, what is next? The entertainment! The couple was tossing around the idea of a DJ but ended up settling with a band. I knew just the band that would work for them. Back2Life with Brandywine Valley Talent, is a seven piece diverse band that specializes in rock and non traditional things. They range from instrumental jazz and swing to funk and R&B.  They even sang during the horah, which was awesome and really kept the guests dancing!

Time for dress shopping! It was so much fun, I contacted Abigale, manager at The Van Cleve Collection, for an appointment. We arrived with a bottle of champagne, and helped pick out dresses for Rachelle. She was the perfect model and nothing looked bad on her. It was down to two dresses, both stunning but different. One traditional (Waters and Water) and the other more sultry (Pronovias), it was a tough decision. Rachelle couldn’t decide, I asked her, “Which one would Dan LOVE to see you in”? She chose the sultry – good choice!

Rachelle and Dan also hired us to design all their print materials, including the invitations, programs, calligraphy and table signs. We wanted to stick with their color scheme consisting of  rich purples, champagne and gold. The end result was perfect.

Ceremony took place overlooking the pond and the breath-taking property. The ceremony was a traditional Jewish ceremony, where the couple stood under an “unconventional” chuppah, consisting of bamboo and flowers matching their tablescapes. The aisle was lined with tall clear cylinder vases filled with river rocks and while pillars.

Dan, the groom walked down with his parents (Jewish custom) and the bridal party followed. My favorite part, the bride walking down with her parents, to one of my favorite songs (we selected for the couple, including recessional) “Iris” by Goo-Goo Dolls!

All male guests wore a kippot as a sign of respect during the ceremony, we found a perfectly matching purple one for everyone. After the couple shared the wine from the kiddush cup, my other favorite part took place, the breaking of the glass! That is when everyone shouts “Mazel Tov,” meaning congratulations. Dan’s mother took the broken glass and is working with a local artisan to create a beautiful piece of artwork.

The guests proceeded in the mansion for an amazing cocktail hour, catered by Drexelbrook Catering. Everyone enjoyed the food and mostly the signature drink designed for them the “RaDa”, a yummy peach drink, perfect for that Saturday afternoon.

Speeches took place, one of which was the blessing of the Challah bread by Dan’s father. It was a nice touch, uniting both families together. A surprise to all, was the introductions, we worked closely with the band (who were AMAZING), Back2Life - A Brandywine Valley Talent Band, with all the music selection. Dan had a special song chosen for their introduction song, the Rocky Theme song, which worked perfect and pumped the crowd up! It’s totally different listening to the song from a CD, but a live band made it even more special – especially the horns!

Ah, the first dance, I loved the song that the couple chose. “Marry Me” by Train, it was such a perfect song and romantic one at that, the band played it perfectly, tears were flowing.

Thank you Rachelle and Dan for letting us be a part of your planning and design process. We had a great time and love you both!

Professionals that made this event happen:

Event Planner and Designer – Angela MALICKI events – Angela, Ashley, Eric and Emily

Venue – The Willows Mansion

Photographer – DollFace studio

Videographer – Aubert Films

Florist – Petal’s Lane

Print + Paper – Angela MALICKI events 

Caterer – Drexelbrook Catering

Entertainment – Back2Life – Brandywine Valley Talent

Officient - Rabbi Richard Steinbrink

Dress – Pronovias - The Van Cleve Collection

Shoes – Stuart Weitzman – Neiman Marcus – Brian Jennings

Groom’s/Groomsmen Attire – Lauren – Sagat’s Formal Wear – Jimmy

Sweet Treats – Cupcakes Gourmet

Split-skis and Wedded Bliss, Celebrity Nuptuals of 2010 – Philadelphia Wedding and Event Planner – Angela MALICKI events

2010 is coming to an end, which means it is definitely time to recap the best weddings of the year and the unfortunate splits as well. Let’s first discuss the fabulous weddings that were my favorites in 2010: The super spunky, bad-mouthing, beautiful reality star, Bethanny Frankel wed Jason Hoppy last March at the Four Seasons Hotel in NYC. Her wedding was anything but traditional, with unique modern flare as the theme. Hillary Duff was another favorite. Her wedding was elegant, traditional and tastefully decorated. She looked absolutely stunning in her ivory colored mermaid fitted dress designed by Vera Wang. There were also a few extravagant, newsworthy weddings in the past year. A few of the winners in this category were Carrie Underwood, Katy Perry, and Nicole Richie. Underwood’s wedding was totaled at over $500,000, while Katy Perry had a week-long extravaganza in India. Nicole Richie’s December wedding was hosted at her famous father’s house, but what made her part of this newsworthy category was a special guest, an elephant! The social event of the summer was Chelsea Clinton’s wedding to Marc Mezvinsky. 400 of her friends and family came to watch her walk down the aisle wearing a Vera Wang dress in Rhinebeck, N.Y. A few other celebs that got married were Alanis Morrisette and Mario Treadway, Megan Fox and Brian Austin Green, Penelope Cruz and Javier Bardem, and Anna Paquin and Steven Moyer. We can confidently say that weddings in 2010 were show-stopping! A few shocking splits also happened this past year. I was saddened to hear about Courtney Cox and David Arquette. They have been together for so long and although not officially divorced, they are separated. The most famous split of 2010 was Sandra Bullock and Jesse James. She not only became a super star actress and mother in 2010, but also had the most public and humiliating divorce of the year, maybe even the decade. Jesse cheated on her with not one, but allegedly, multiple tattooed women and currently is dating Kat Von D. Sandra definitely came out on top when exiting this marriage. Christina Aguilera recently checked out of her marriage to Jordan Bratman as did Eva Longoria with husband Tony Parker. The most recent splits to end 2010 are Ryan Reynolds and Scarlett Johansson – we never really heard much about that marriage anyway! Last, but certainly not least, – attention all Dexter fans! Yes, Jennifer Carpenter and Michael C. Hall filed for divorce, eloped and were only married for two years. Tear. So to conclude, 2010 was filled with fabulous, over the top weddings, but also brought a few shocking splits. Here’s hoping 2011 will bring even more extravagant weddings and fewer splits! One wedding we will sure not miss will be The Royal Wedding! The wedding will be taken place on April 29th, 2011 at Westminster Abbey. Details have yet to be disclosed on Kate’s dress, tiara, and who will be on the guest list! Have a great New Year!

2010 Celebrity Weddings

Chelsea Clinton and Marc Mezvinsky

Married: July 31, 2010

Rhinebeck, New York

She Wore: Vera Wang

He Wore: Custom made Tux by Burberry

Anna Paquin and Stephen Moyer

Married: August 21, 2010

Malibu, California

She wore: White halter neck-gown and Brian Atwood Shoes

He wore: Dark Armani Suit

Nicole Ritchie and Joel Madden

Married: December 11, 2010

Beverly Hills, California

She Wore: Marchesa

He Wore:

Katy Perry and Russell Brand

Married: October 24,2010

Rajasthan, India

She Wore: Traditional Indian Sari

He Wore: Traditional Indian

Hilary Duff and Mike Comrie

Married: August 14, 2010

Montecito, California

She Wore: Vera Wang

He Wore: Tom Ford

Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz

Married: July 31, 2010

Corsica, France

She Wore: Vera Wang

He Wore: Tom Ford

Emily Blunt and John Krasinski

Married: July 10, 2010

Como, Italy

She Wore: Custom gown by Marchesa

He Wore: Black Suit

Megan Fox and Brian Austin Green

Married: June 24, 2010

Kona, Hawaii

She Wore: Armani Prive

He Wore: Emporio Armani

Calista Flockhart and Harrison Ford (FINALLY)

Married: June 15, 2010

Sante Fe, New Mexico

She Wore: White simple sundress

He Wore: Wrangler Jeans!

Bethanny Frankel and Jason Hoppy

Married: March 28, 2010

New York, New York

She Wore: Amsale

He Wore: Tom Ford

Carrie Underwood and Mike Fisher

Married: July 10,2010

Greensboro, Georgia

She Wore: Monique Lhuillier

He Wore: Armani

Mena Suvari and Simone Sestito

Married: June 29, 2010

Vatican City,  Italy

She Wore: Alice + Olivia

a few others…

Actors

Kyla Weber and Vince Vaughn (The Wedding Crashers)

Emily Deschanel and David Hornsby (Bones)

Erin Kristine Ludwig and Ian Ziering (Original 90210)

Genevieve Cortese and Jared Padalecki (Supernatural)

Danneel Harris and Jensen Ackles (Supernatural)

Isla Fischer and Sacha Baron Cohen (Borat)

Clare Grant and Seth Green (Austin Powers)

Samantha Bryant and Colin Hanks (yes, this is Tom Hanks’ son)

Lara Embry and Jane Lynch (GLEE)

Jenna Fischer and Lee Kirk (The Office)

Miranda Kerr and Orlando Bloom (Pirates of the Caribean)

Tameka “Tiny” Cottle and T.I. (Tiny and Tina)

Kimberly Brook and James van der Beek (Dawson’s Creek)

Athletes

Khadijah Haqq and Bobby McCray

Julie Landrum and Paul Pierce

Andrea Hernandez and Chris Duhon

Lala Vasquez and Carmelo Anthony

Julie Lesicki and Jon Dorenbos (Philadelphia Eagles player)

Reality Stars

Candice Woodcock and John Cody (Survivor Cook Islands)

Brittany Berkowitz and Jesse Lenoir (Project Runway Designer)

Molly Malancy and Jason Mesnick (The Bachlor)

Mandy Mayhall and Jason Castro (American Idol – the guy with dreads)

Crystal Bowersox and Brian Walker (American Idol – the chick with the dreads)

Bring back the Vintage Glam – Philadelphia Wedding and Event Planner – Angela MALICKI events

Winter fashion/decor trends of this season is VINTAGE! Vintage inspired looks are sophisticated, yet trendy and chic at the same time. This is the answer for brides on a small budget or that fashionista channeling old hollywood glam. Family heirlooms as staple pieces enhance the theme of this Depression Era trend. Tea length dresses are also on trend for their versatility and help brides on a tight budget.

The color palette for winter is dark and flattering, bridesmaids will look amazing in rich colors like dark chocolate, charcoal gray, brick red, amazon green, mocha, and deep orange. These colors look great for the wedding but also be fabulous for other special occasions. What bridesmaid doesn’t love hearing that? Brides will also see a lot more soft fabrics such as tulle,lace, raw silks. Texture is an upcoming popular trend for bridal wear in 2010/2011.

Designers have created looks with over exhaturated necklines,hems and embellishments. This trend will not only be shown on gowns but also seen at their receptions. Textures like added ruffles, feathers, lace and jewels enhance the layering of fabrics on table linens will give heightened depth to each table-scape. Mixing heights, shapes, and sizes of tables will also be present this coming season.

Ang and Emily xoxo

photo credits:

dollface studio

sakura photography

Cut Arts

jean bean 1909 company