“As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them”.

 - John Fitzgerald Kennedy

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Our friends at Hanky Panky just launched their e-commerce site, which is just in time for the holiday shopping season!  Their bridal lingerie is beautiful, comfortable, and customizable. 

Today’s invitation inspiration board features our Jungle of Love Wedding Invitation in Pumpkin, Cranberry and Cider.

Clockwise from upper left:  Anthropologie Cranberry Bog Boots, Williams-Sonoma Fall Leaf Cornucopia, Pumpkin Spice Muffin Flavored Lip Shine at Sephora, J.Crew Stone Garden Clutch, Anthropologie Annick Goutal Eau de Toilette, Pottery Barn Turkey Candle, Anthropologie Bright Lights Ring, Williams-Sonoma Fall Forest Pie Cutters, Williams-Sonoma Deep Dish Pie Crust, J.Crew Skinny Crushed Glitter Belt, Brown Mocha Chocolate M&M from Candy Warehouse, J.Crew Silk Ruffle Cascade Jacket, Anthropologie Capri Blue Candle in a Jar, Williams-Sonoma Ring Cranberry Mold and New and Blue Jungle of Love Wedding Invitation in the center.

Yes, we know it’s still winter….

But did you know that 32% of weddings occur in the summer months? (June, July, and August) and July has recently surpassed June as the most popular month to wed.  If you are having a summer wedding there are plenty of things that need to be checked off your to-do list now.  The Knot.com has published a helpful checklist to make things easier. 

Here are some things that should be done 6-8 months before your wedding…

1. Book ceremony musicians
2. Order bridesmaid dresses
3. Start planning your honeymoon
4. Order save the date cards or save the date magnets

Are you looking for ways to have a classy, glamorous and environmentally conscious wedding?  

Here are some things to think about:

• A second hand wedding gown from a consignment shop is an extremely eco-friendly and budget-friendly choice.
• Sustainable and or organic textile wedding gowns like vegan silk and silk/hemp.
• Try to used vendors who buy locally and sustainably grown food, flowers, coffee, etc.
• Look on New and Blue for ecological favor ideas such as Tree in a Box or Starfish Plantable Seed Place Cards.
• Or in lieu of favors choose to donate to a worthy charity such as the Nature Conservancy or The Rainforest Action Network and notify the guests on pretty cards.

What to wear, what to wear?  It’s the age old question… Everybody has their own unique style and in this day and age there is no “proper” ensemble for a rehearsal dinner.  It’s important that you pick something that makes you feel beautiful, comfortable and is a reflection of your personality and personal style.  The people in attendance at your rehearsal dinner are the friends and family that know you best so if you veer on the alternative side, you may get a raised eyebrow or two if you showcase bubblegum pink chiffon.  Keeping this in mind, we came up with three very different rehearsal dinner outfit ideas; romantic, edgy, and neutral!

All dresses, Antropologie; silver floral headband, available at New and Blue; shoe, Nordstrom; black blazer, Forever 21; studded purse, Nordstrom; Pashmina, Pashmina Gifts; pearl earrings, availble at most jewelry shops.

Ruby Jewel’s handmade ice cream sandwiches were the highlight of a recent trip to our local farmers market but can be the star of the show at your next event (or in your freezer).  Made from only the freshest, all-natural, all-good, all-northwest ingredients these little gems are delicious!  They are available in two sizes and a variety of tasty flavors, or they will customize a flavor just for you.  And yes, they ship anywhere in the USA.