Happy New Year!

so here is what i am wearing to my fabulous New Years party tonight....well, of course if money was not an issue and i had somewhere fabulous to wear it :) ...this gorgeous understated, yet sexy cream silk mini dress from RM by Roland Mouret, paired with these fabulous Roberto Cavalli chain 4.5 inch heels, with a touch of sparkle on my ears from these Kenneth Jay Lane crystal embellished earrings.

i hope you all have a wonderful New Years and wish you all the best in the coming new decade!! i am so thankful to have you all as readers of Weddings Fresh and couldn't be more honored to share with you my obsessions and thoughts throughout these last couple of years! may you be blessed as much as i am!

love you all,
--dani

Pastry Girl Cakes

good morning! any of you spring or summer brides? here are some fabulous cakes from Pastry Girl Cakes that are ideal for such a beautiful affair. and chocolate lovers are in luck these days as dark, decadent chocolate cakes are all the rage this year! the one at the bottom of the post is a sweet example of this trend. thank you, Alissa for sharing your wonderful work!

Promise Me Chocolate

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good morning! i hope you all were blessed this Christmas because I know we were!
if any of you are looking for a glamorous addition to your tablescape--one that doesn't reach over to the desperate, and sometimes, tacky side of "bling"--then check out these handcrafted chocolates made by Promise Me Chocolate!! designed to look like fabulous gemstones and rings, these fine chocolates are almost too good to eat--almost :) and if you grab a nice little ring box like the one above, and you've got yourself the perfect parting gift for your wedding guests!
ladies, seriously, what could better??

2010 COLOUR OF THE YEAR

Pantone, the global authority on colour and provider of professional colour standards for the design industries, recently announced that Turquoise is the colour of the year for 2010. Combining the serene qualities of blue and the invigorating aspects of green, Turquoise is a colour that most people respond to positively. It's universally flattering and appealing to men and women alike.

With both warm and cool undertones, Turquoise pairs nicely with all colours in the spectrum. It adds a splash of excitement to neutrals and browns, compliments reds and pinks, creates a classic look with deep blues and livens up all other greens. Turquoise is especially trend setting with yellow-greens.

For brides wanting to incorporate it in their wedding, Turquoise can either make a statement that is elegant and dressy or casual and fun. Because of its versatility, it's a great accent colour for decor as well as jewelry, purses, shoes, hair accessories and even nail polish for women and ties and shirts for men.

THANK YOU FOR ANOTHER GREAT YEAR!

As 2009 comes to a close, Viva la wedding would like to take a moment to thank all the wonderful people we’ve had the pleasure to work with throughout the year.

We are so grateful and feel privileged to have had the opportunity to coordinate so many fabulous weddings and bond with such great couples and their families over the past twelve months. Thank you for having chosen Viva la wedding and allowing us to be a part of your special day. We wish you all a happy and healthy future.

Of course these weddings would never have been possible without the hard work of the many outstanding vendors we are fortunate to have access to in the Ottawa area. Thank you for your talent, professionalism and willingness to go above and beyond to make our couples happy. Viva la wedding is looking forward to working with you all again in 2010.

Photo Credits: Two Tone Studios

Guest Post: Merci New York!

Hello, I’m Jacqueline from Merci New York and I’m thrilled to guest post on Weddings Fresh today. Dani has asked me to share some holiday inspiration with you, and though aqua and red has trended for quite some time, I just adore its versatility.

{Row 1: holiday centerpieces from Lyndsey Hamilton Events, landscape via We Heart It, typewriter {on sale!} on Classic Bride} {Row 2: Rasperry macaroons via Canelle et Vanille, portrait Denise Grunstein via Wedding Nouveau,Gift tags seen on Once Wed} {Row 3: mantle of the lovely Miss Pickles Press, pastry-twined invites at Once Wed, floral arrangements at the home of bash eco events} {Row 4: A tablescape from Hostess with The Mostess, festive cake by The Cake Studio}

During the holidays, crisp turquoise works wonderfully against cranberry red, imparting a bit of mid-century nostalgia into, well, everyone’s favorite season to be nostalgic. Instantly, the winter chill is lifted and we feel warm, cozied and content… Yet if we fast-forward halfway into the New Year, the same palette is once again relative-- Cranberry brightens to coral, turquoise transitions to a lighter sky… and the effect of contrast remains simply stunning. Vibrant red and cool blue are truly a universal pairing for any season.

Merry Christmas and warmest wishes for a wonderful 2010!

make sure you all check out Merci New York today as i am guest posting over there with some gown and decor holiday inspiration as well! i hope you all have a Merry Christmas and i will see you next week!!

--dani

Winter Weddings: Altura Studio

good morning! i have some wonderful real wedding collages from Portland's Altura Studio--there is no greater place to have a winter white wedding than on Mt. Hood at the famous Timberline Lodge. Thank you, Altura Studio for sharing these breathtaking moments--you can see more here!

party time!

it's all about asymmetric lines and the mini this season--so reveal those shoulders, show little leg and bare your best assets this season!









{TIBI, thread social, temperley london, t-bags, rachel gilbert, fendi, catherine malandrino, valentino--all from net-a-porter}

Gown Friday!

good morning! here is Vera Wang's fall 2010 collection--black ribbons, elegant yet tattered skirts and "uber poufs" perfectly wrapped to tie in the waistlines make for a stunning collection. beautiful! enjoy your weekend!

High Drama

it's good to have a little drama, well, only if it involves some Valentino, Jimmy Choo and Christan Louboutin on your pretty little feet :) Christmas parties and New Years celebrations often demand ankle breaking heights anchored by satin ribbon, delicate gold chains, sexy zippers, sparkled spikes or slimming black patent lines to show a little holiday spirit...weddings are no exception! if by chance your wedding gown should sway to the side and your gold peep toe Brian Atwood pumps (seen above) make an appearance it's to be sure they will have a lasting impression!!
{Christain Louboutin}
{DKNY}
{Jimmy Choo}
{Marni}
{Roberto Cavalli}
{Tory Burch}
{Valentino}

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Home

this makes me feel at home.
beautiful color pallet--just beautiful!
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Reinventing the Rose

tired of roses in wedding bouquets? all you need is a little imagination and the traditional garden rose can have new life again! these bouquets are simply breathtaking--nothing cliche about these beauties!

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