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Wedding Dress Sash Belts

Weddingish — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 16:00:34 +0000

One of the trends we’ve been seeing in wedding gowns for the past few seasons are the ornate bridal belts or sashes. Although brides have been wearing colorful sashes and belts with their dress for years, lately the belts have gotten more elaborate. Anne Barge’s 2012 Spring collection was full of gorgeous optional belts that were adorned with pearls, Swarovski crystals and flower petals. The real beauty of the sash option is that you can wear your dress with or without a belt for 2 different looks.

Ines Di Santo

Lazzaro

Anne Barge

Badgley Mischka

Watters

These bejeweled sashes add a bit of sparkle to an otherwise simple gown with a sash is always an affordable and fashionable idea. Here are a few faves from Weddingish…

Bridal Sash Belts

Our NEW Calligraphy Shirt + Giveaway

Weddingish — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 02:51:27 +0000

Calligraphy by Jennifer and Weddingish have teamed up to bring you this exclusive item! The fitted tank top features Jennifer’s gorgeous calligraphy and is embellished with a sprinkling of crystals. Getting married soon? This is perfect! Know somebody who’s getting married? This shirt makes for a wonderful shower or Holiday gift.

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Hugs, Raya & Jennifer

Vendor Feature: Tiers of Joy

Weddingish — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 04:07:22 +0000

It was love at first sight when we set our eyes on a towering cake atop its costar, a stand dripping in sparkling crystals. It was made by Tiers of Joy, an LA-based husband and wife team specializing in custom crystal creations for weddings and special events.

We sat down with Taryn, psychologist by day and crystal creator and Tiers of Joy co-founder by night (and weekend), and asked her a few questions. We think you’ll love what she has to say; it’s quite inspiring.

Continue on to see our chat. Also, keep your eyes peeled for an upcoming rental giveaway courtesy of Tiers of Joy… it’s going to be fabulous! A BIG thanks goes to Taryn with taking some time out of her busy schedule to chat with us; it was our pleasure.

Love, Raya

We read you had a crystal themed wedding. Have you always loved crystals? I’ve loved crystals for as long as I can remember! I was definitely influenced by my mom’s love of crystals, who filled our home with her collection of Swarovski figurines. My dad would take me and my brother to the Swarovski store every year for Mother’s Day and her birthday to pick out a gift for her. When I got older I often left with a gift for myself too!

What’s the best part of your job? I love so many things about my “job” but my favorite part is getting to help make a celebratory event as beautiful and special as possible! It’s funny to think of Tiers of Joy as a job because it’s so much fun and it’s something that my husband and I get to do together. We both have day jobs. I’m a psychologist for a non-profit community mental health center, so during the day I help people who are often going through the hardest times of their life. Tiers of Joy allows me to engage with people when they are going through some of the happiest times of their life so it is a great balance.

What’s been your favorite crystal creation? The very first cake stand my husband and I made together for our wedding!

Do you have any plans for expansion in the future? We are currently busy designing more centerpieces and unique decor pieces, many of which are multi-functional, that will eventually be available for local rentals. We hope to make our products more accessible by having them sold on popular wedding/event supply online sites and also by having authorized Tiers of Joy rental representatives across the country so people other than Southern Californians can save money by renting our products.

Tiers of Joy’s pieces are available for rental in the Los Angeles area and for purchase worldwide. Among their pieces are cake stands, cupcake stands, centerpieces and more. Visit their website or Facebook page for more information.

New Disney Jewelry on Weddingish.com

Weddingish — Sat, 26 Mar 2011 20:09:31 +0000

We’ve added even more sparkling earrings, necklaces and bracelets to our Disney inventory. There is so much dazzle and glamour to the new pieces, which are great not only as bridal gifts but to give for birthdays and holidays.

Here is just a sampling of some of our favorites; we’re particularly in love with the necklaces dripping in crystals. Or check out our extensive selection of Disney jewelry here. Enjoy your Saturday!

Love, Raya

(All clockwise from top left) Earrings: Crystal Earrings, Ariel Crystal Ball Earrings, Sleeping Beauty Round Crystal Earrings, Cinderella Crystal Drop Earrings. Bracelets: Jasmine Faux Pearl Bracelet, Crystal Teardrop Bracelet, Faux Pearl and Crystal Bracelet, Snow White Flower Crystal Bracelet. Necklaces: Ariel Faux Pearl Necklace, Belle Faux Pearl and Crystal Necklace, Jasmine Oval Crystal Necklace, Ariel Crystal Ball Necklace.

Inspiration: Sparkling Gold and Silver

Weddingish — Mon, 14 Feb 2011 02:49:41 +0000

We’re enchanted by sparkling silver and gold, whether in the form of crystals, sequins or glitter. We’re in love with a silver sequin-bodice bridesmaid dress (it’s about time) and a dazzling couture cake fit for a princess.

Sparkle needn’t be restricted to your wedding day; paint it on your fingers for a day out shopping or wear a pair of drop crystal ball earrings with an otherwise drab ensemble.

Love,

Raya

1. Bill Levkoff dress 2. Deborah Lippmann nail polish

3. Sugar Couture cake 4. Kate Spade Carly pump

5. Glitter Galore compact 6. Austrian Crystal Earrings

Fabulous Holiday Centerpieces and Tablescapes

Weddingish — Thu, 23 Dec 2010 19:53:45 +0000

Whether you’re planning a holiday or winter wedding or would like to infuse your next family gathering with the classic decorating elements of a wedding (i.e. centerpieces), we’ve gathered photos to inspire your creations.

No more boring red and green decor with pinecones and greenery. Our favorite trend is to add pink to your holiday color scheme, or dazzle with blue and silver wintery elements. To further get your creative juices going, think of unique glassware, candles galore, anything that dazzles like dangling crystals or anything with glitter, ornaments, carnations and poinsettias, gold flatware, and towering silver displays.

Happy Holidays!

Raya & Erin

1. Country Living

2. Country Living

3. Country Living

4. Better Homes and Gardens, Country Living

6. Country Living

7. Better Homes and Gardens

NEW! Weddingish Signature Hoodies

Weddingish — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 21:07:01 +0000

Recently we introduced our line of Weddingish Signature shirts. But we understand that cooler weather is right around the corner and due to popular demand we are excited to introduce more autumn-appropriate hoodies to our Signature line. We know you’re going to love them!

All tanks, hoodies and pants in our Signature collection are 100% cotton and are embellished with sparkling crystals, surely perfect for a glamorous bride, bridesmaid or maid/matron of honor.

Surprise every woman in your wedding party, or surprise the bride-to-be. Choose from ten colors, like Blushing Pink or Army Green. All hoodies and pant sets feature two different fonts for a unique and stylish touch sure to please any glamour girl.

Order yours today!

xoxo, Raya

Weddingish Signature Shirts

Weddingish — Sun, 29 Aug 2010 17:05:04 +0000

If you love the glitz of our Bold and Beautiful line, then you’ll surely love our new series of Weddingish Signature Shirts. We’re thrilled with our new line, and we know it’s something the Weddingish girl will love.

These 100% cotton tanks are embellished to perfection with sparkling crystals that are just as glamorous as they are fun. They are perfect for any bridal celebration: bridal party, bachelorette party, or wedding day preparation – or all of the above! The Mrs. Custom Crystal Tank is especially fabulous, as it is an appropriate post-wedding statement.

Each tank comes in a variety of colors that will surely fit your wedding color scheme. Choose from such shades as Mint Green, Blushing Pink and Lovely Lavender, just to name a few. Special, too, are the “To-Be” shirts which feature two aesthetically pleasing fonts.

Enjoy your Sunday!

Hugs, Raya

Color Trend: Blue Winter Wonderland

Weddingish — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 17:00:04 +0000

What better color for a Winter wedding than blue? Create a Winter wonderland using colors such as royal blue, ice blue, white, silver and variations of metallic blues. Incorporate snowflakes, icicles and sparkling crystals to create a modern Winter wonderland theme. Use flowers such as blue and white hydrangeas, white roses, orchids, baby’s breath, and touches of birch bark to create the perfect Winter feel.

Here are some blue wedding inspirations and ideas:

Images courtesy of Brides.com, Duke Images, Disney Bridal, and Paper Olive.

Bridal Fashion Week Trends

Weddingish — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 18:15:26 +0000

Bridal Fashion Week closed on Wednesday in New York and one of the key trends was winter romance and the term ‘winter wonderland’, was used by many of the designers as their inspiration. ‘Snowflakes’ made of diamonds and crystals were embellished on many of the dresses such as the Monique Lhuillier gown pictured here.

Monique Lhuillier Bridal Gown

Other trends included overall romance, including draping, ruffles, floral details, transparent layering and tulle. The main color trend was ivory and accessories such as pillbox hats, fascinators, and short gloves were mainly inspired by Jackie O and Old Hollywood Glamour.

And for those budget brides, Badgley Mischka announced a more affordable line of bridal dresses during the event, due out in stores next Spring. Earlier this year, Monique Lhuillier made a similar announcement.

Photo Courtesy of Monique Lhuillier