Taking Care of Your Jewelry (Day #13)

Below are some GREAT tips on preserving and taking care of your jewelry and precious stones.  Thanks to Jewelers Mutual Insurance Company for this wonderful information.

Unexpected things happen.  Make sure your jewelry is protected.  Here are few tips to get started:

• Visit your jeweler once a year to have your precious stones inspected and cleaned to detect any potential problems.
• Salt water and jewelry do not mix.  Ocean water can damage some stones and metals.
• Always take time to place jewelry in a secure place...not in a pocket, on the counter or in a public area
• Remove your rings before swimming.  Fingers can constrict in water making rings more likely to fall off.  
• When traveling, keep your valuable jewelry at home of store in the hotel safe NOT the room safe.

Until tomorrow...WEDologize!

(photo credit - www.BridalKaleidoscope.com)

Brides Most Unnoticed Accessory

When wedding gown shopping, brides always focus on their head piece or veil, shoes and undergarments.  But what about that "item" that will hold your lip gloss, lipstick, perfume, compact and breath mints?  This "item" is hardly ever photographed, but I always witness the bride looking for it to make 'touch-ups' throughout the night.  It'll sit lonely on the head table or sweetheart table, or sometimes held by the Maid of Honor.  But at the end of the night, this item is always in the hand of the bride before heading off into marital bliss.

Check out this "item" that can only enhance the wedding gown and it's accessories:

Until next time...WEDologize!

(photo credits - http://www.camillelavie.com; www.etsy.com; www.stylemepretty.com; http://www.affordableelegancebridal.com)

Walking In The Bride's Shoes

Today's blog is for visual fun.  I'll be sharing the professional photos of some of our past bride's wedding shoes.  I'm always on the photographer about capturing one of the most photographed wedding accessories in the best light.  I love all of these shoes!!!  Which are your favs?

Until next time...WEDologize!

(photo credits - Rush Photography & Videography; Ven Sherrod Photography, Kelly Braman Photography; Concept One Photography; Hannah Goering Photography)

After The Wedding Gown Alterations

I have had brides that go through dramatic weight loss or have ordered a larger wedding gown. Then when it comes to alterations, they find the seamstress cutting away handfuls of their gorgeous wedding gown. Don't allow the bridal salon or tailor to keep your wedding gown "scraps"! They are yours...you've paid for them...and can sometimes use those scraps within your wedding decor. Take a look:

Handle to your bridal bouquet

Tie, vest and/or pocket square for the groom

Purse or money/card bag

Accent your guest book

Don't let pieces of your gown go to the scrap pile cemetery, do something with them if you can.

Until next time...WEDologize!

(Photo credits: bouquet - www.karentran.com; groom tie - www.iweddingsource.com; purse - www.charlottegeary.com; guest book - www.weddingaccessories.net)

Loving The Wedding Day Clutch

 

Now that your wedding gown is ordered, you are on the hunt for those fab accessories to accent your dream dress. Of course your first thoughts are the veil, shoes, jewelry and undergarments, but what about the bag you will carry your personal items like lip gloss, breath mints, etc. Instead of the satin money bag, who's usefulness is for collecting cards, what about a glamorous, but dainty clutch.

Clutches also make awesome attendants gifts! And for the more contemporary bride, consider adding a fresh flower to the clutch and have your bridesmaids carry the that instead of a bouquet.

Until next time...WEDologize!

(Photo credits - Melissa Wedding Art, www.weddingobsession.com; www.thebridalwishlist.com; www.orangeandblossom.com; www.xomba.com)

Inspired By The Holidays!

As the Christmas holiday approaches, I'd like to wish all of the WEDology by Dejanae Events readers a VERY safe and happy holiday season!  Please enjoy this silver and red inspiration and enjoy the holiday season with family and friends!!! xo

Until next time...Happy Holidays and WEDologize!

(photo credit - cake; wedding gown; bouquet, red shoes, specialty cocktail, mirrors)

...I Found It, You Pin It...Friday!

When thinking of "something blue" for wedding day, brides tend to gravitate towards the wedding shoes, a garter and jewelry.  Or the newest "something blue" trend of nail polish on all the nails or just the ring finger.  But when I stumbled upon this absolutely stunning jeweled clutch, my mouth dropped!!!  Holding this in your hand next to a gorgeous wedding gown = WOW FACTOR at it's finest!!!  It's a STUNNING accessory!

Until next time...PIN IT and WEDologize!

(photo credit - Marry Me)

Ruffles Ruffles Everywhere!

If you haven't seen the latest wedding trend, today I'm going to ruffle your feathers and show you. This uber feminine look is increasing on the runways, decor and even wedding cakes.  Ruffles, probably as girly as pigtails, has truly taken charge in 2012.  Check out a few of the ideas below on where you can utilize ruffles :)

Ruffle detailing on a wedding cake.
So gorgeous it doesn't even need a topper!

Adding textured linens throughout the reception space speaks volumes!

"Ruffled" bouquet handles created from ribbon for these gorgeous roses.

Gorgeous, yet simple, ruffled clutch would make a sweet bridesmaid gift
or be perfect for your bridal accessories.

Wedding gowns with pick-ups are being replaced by piles of ruffles!

 Until next time...WEDologize!

(photo credits:  cake - www.icingandsprinkles.com; linens - www.premierskirting.com; clutch -  www.imbueyouido.com; gown - www.sino-treasure.com)

What To Do With Dress Scraps?

I have had brides that go through dramatic weight loss or have ordered a larger wedding gown. Then when it comes to alterations, they find the seamstress cutting away handfuls of their gorgeous wedding gown. Don't allow the bridal salon or tailor to keep your wedding gown "scraps"! They are yours...you've paid for them...and can sometimes use those scraps within your wedding decor. Take a look:

Handle to your bridal bouquet

Tie, vest and/or pocket square for the groom

Purse or money/card bag

Accent your guest book

Don't let pieces of your gown go to the scrap pile cemetery, do something with them if you can.

Until next time...WEDologize!

(Photo credits: bouquet - www.karentran.com; groom tie - www.iweddingsource.com; purse - www.charlottegeary.com; guest book - www.weddingaccessories.net)

...I Found It, You Pin It...Friday!

What a show-stopping twist to the little white glove that accompanies a wedding gown.  Bling! Bling! and more Bling!  With these stunning gloves, your engagement ring and beautifully manicured hands are all you need for that WOW Factor moment. Enjoy!

Until next time...PIN IT and WEDologize!

(Photo credit - http://insideweddings.com - Photographed by Paul Barnett)

It's A Wedding Emergency!

When you hire a wedding coordinator, such as my company, to service your wedding day, they should come equipped with an emergency kit that could rebuild a city if necessary!  But as a bride, you should also think of some particular items she should have a in a cute tote bag, old school lunch box or large make-up bag. (excerpts from WEDology  Notebook: For The Budget-Chic Bride)

• Make-up, especially lip gloss, press powder and mascara
• Hand lotion
• Band aids
• Dental floss, tooth brush and a small tube of tooth paste
• Perfume
• Needle and thread, safety pins
• Comb, brush and hair pins
• Tampons and/or panty liners
• Clear deodorant
• Eye drops and contact solution, if applicable
• Stain remover wipes
• Tissue
• Aspirin
• List of all bridal party members and vendors contact numbers

And why not be a thoughtful bride-to-be and prepare your husband-to-be a little kit with some of the, if not all of the items listed below:

• Deodorant
• Lint brush
• Extra pair of socks
• Breath mints
• Comb and brush, hair products
• Razor and a small shaving cream

Planning ahead and creating an emergency kit could save you from the smallest mishap growing into something out of control.

Until next time...WEDologize!

(photo credit: www.simplyblueweddings.com)

...I Found It...You Pin It, Friday!

So today's Pin it Pic isn't necessarily showing the engagement ring and wedding bands, but the way those stones and precious metals are photographed.  I wanted to find a picture that embodied the moment, but didn't have the rings place strategically on a bridal bouquet or invitation.  I think my quest was conquered with this photo!  What do you think? :)

OMG and those shoes by Christian Louboutin are HAUTE!!!


Until next time...PIN IT and WEDologize!

(photo credit - www.stevezphotography.com)

Making An Oscar Statement!

I have met with several potential 2012 and 2013 brides this past week and when I ask the top three vendors they'd like to distribute their money, most have said: (1) venue; (2) photography; and (3) MY WEDDING GOWN.  Of course, we all know that the wedding gown is the focal part of the ceremony, but let's not forget the dazzling accessories to accompany this fabric centerpiece.

With the 2012 Oscars now behind us and watching all that glitz and glam walk the red carpet, I'm inspired by statement pieces to accessorize your bridal gown.  Check out some of my favs:

Statement headband

Statement belt to embellish your gorgeous wedding gown

These Valentino shoes are STUNNING!

No simple bracelet...stack on the bling!

Statement veil accompanied by a statement necklace

Until next time...WEDologize!

(photo credits: bracelets - www.stylemepretty.com; shoes - www.www.christianothstudio.com; belt - www.bridalblog.mjtrim.com; headband - www.theknot.com; necklace - www.loveala.com)

Hanging Up The Gown

The bridal gown is the most photographed garment in the pre-ceremony/detail shots. You'll see photos all over the Internet of the wedding gown positioned over a bed, in a doorway, hanging in a closet, and from a chandelier. You'll see the bridal shoes and accessories in accompanying photos, but have you ever noticed the hanger from which the bridal gown hangs? I mean think about it, doesn't it show up in all of the shots. Don't allow it to be a non-noticeable...allow it to stand out!

Get matching personalized hangers for both the bride and groom

This hanger speaks volumes

What's more perfect than a hanger noting your new name!

What a GREAT gift for you bridesmaids and a perfect keepsake to remember the day

Until next time...WEDologize!

(photo credit - www.bridefinds.com; www.flourisheventdesign.com; www.weddingobsession.com; www.getmarried.com)