Bold, Chic & In Love: Getting Ready Outfit 2012-05-24

Every single bit of your big day should be new and exciting! Why not plan out what you will be wearing as you get ready to slip into your gorgeous dress. Not to mention, the photographers will most likely be shooting you getting ready, so might as well look fashionably beautifully at all times.

I've put together a few items you should consider for your big day. Cute but comfortable are key here. Victoria's Secret has an entire line of clothing for brides as they are getting ready!


1. Velour Bling Hoodie by Juicy
2. Bridal Graphic Tee by Victoria's Secret 
3. Chiffon Robe by Betsey Johnson
4. Bridal Graphic Tank Top by Victoria's Secret
5. Cozy Fleece Ribbon Slipper by Victoria's Secret
6. Bridal Robe by Victoria's Secret
7. Bridal Hoodie by Victoria's Secret
8. Five Star Fleece Pant by Juicy

It is almost mandatory that you get a cute outfit to get ready and take photos in. My favorite is the Betsey Johnson robe. If you have some amazing getting ready clothes that I didn't post, I'd love to see them! Email me at jocelyn@sterlingengagements.com.

xO,

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Bold, Chic and In Love: Honeymoon Beachwear 2012-05-17

With weather as beautiful as we have been experiencing in Los Angeles this past week, I know our brides may have begun daydreaming of the days after your wedding- THE Honeymoon!  Time to relax and spend some quality time with your new hubby.

If you are heading to a beach, all you really need to pack is some light dresses and beachwear. Here are a few of my favorite comfy, flattering and sexy dresses you can live in for the entire trip!

All photos courtesy of Victoria's Secret 1. The Caftan Dress
2. Daytime Jersey Sleeveless Wrap Dress
3. Cross-front Knit Dress
4. Cross-back Sundress
5. Straw Fedora
6. Strapless Lace Dress
7. Straw Pop-pop Tote
8. Knit Caftan Dress
9. Twist-front Bra Top Dress

All of these dresses are perfect to throw on for the beach, dinner or a walk in the sand! You really cannot go wrong with Victoria's Secret, they are made for every woman in every body type. Not to mention how colorful all their options are!

My personal favorites would have to be the Caftan Dress & the Cross-front Knit Dress. Which is yours?

xO,

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Inspired by Keep Calm And.... 2012-05-16

Last May we had the pleasure of planning Brandie + Ede's big day at The Parker in Palm Springs and one of her most favorite wedding elements was a Keep Calm Party On Banner.  So today more than ever, I've noticed an increasingly large amount of Keep Calm Banners, Posters and Fun that continue to pop up.  Here are a few of my favorites!

    Photo courtesy of Zank You

 
Reach for the starts and follow your dreams too!  Love the background of this one.... Makes me want to finger paint a little...    
All photos above courtesy of Pinterest
Love this one too!  How cute would it be to have this on your big day?  So sweet for a rustic wedding too!  I love wood signs as you know.  I'm sure we could have our favorite sign maker Nana of Family Attic Shoppe make something like this up...   
Photo courtesy of Etsy
Of course a personal favorite one, for those of you that don't know about my deep seeded love for coffee and making coffee all the time...     Photo courtesy of Lord Noel and Lady Jacqueline
 Photo courtesy of Memoranda
Photo courtesy of Tux and Tales Photography     Photo courtesy of Dog Art Today
And of course... just for fun and not to be taken seriously.... Had to include this one in the mix!
 Photo courtesy of Pinterest
Hope you enjoyed some of these fun and sassy images as much as I enjoyed picking out my favorites to share... If you were to create one, what would your Keep Calm and.... say?  Feel free to comment and let us know!     (more...)

Judie + BJ: Old Hollywood Inspired Engagement Session by Callaway Gable Photography 2012-05-09

We are so excited to share this amazing engagement session with you! Judie and BJ were married this past weekend at Majestic Halls in Downtown Los Angeles. We had such a special time working with this dynamic duo that we had to share this shoot!
Their old Hollywood glamour engagement shoot couldn't be more perfect to set the scene for their wedding. Not only did they have one of our favorite photographer duos, Callaway Gable Photography, shoot it. But the location, style, and their obvious love and attraction to each other made for a beautiful photo shoot. The entire shoot was flawless, from their wardrobe to the venue to the emotions in each photo. Of course it helps that Judie herself works in the fashion industry.  
The shoot took place at the gorgeous and historic Craven's Estate in Pasadena. 

 




Photos like this are my favorite- so beautiful and study it closer... At first sight you a shoe shot, but examine it closer and Judie and BJ's profile are in the background. So lovely!




 


Such a stunning shot. Black and white just makes it magical doesn't it?  Judie just looks breathtaking here!







Can you imagine what they did for their big day after such a glamorous engagement shoot???  Look forward to seeing their wedding photos soon, but in the meantime, here's a sneak peek!
To view more of the photos from this shoot, please visit the Callaway Gable blog.
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Bold, Chic and in Love: Vera or Monique? 2012-05-10

Recently I was able to assist a stylist for the cover of the September issue of the Knot Magazine. It was a ten look shoot on couture wedding gowns. Needless to say, I was absolutely dying! All the dresses were far more beautiful then I could possibly describe, not to mention that they were being worn by a perfectly stunning model. I also got to play with some of the most beautiful (and expensive) wedding rings I had ever seen!

Naturally, of all the designers that we had there were two that really stood out to me- Vera Wang & Monique Lhuillier. Two of the most well-known wedding gown designers, who design to perfection but are so different in style and technique. Monique creates beautiful, feminine dresses that are heavily textured. Vera is equally stunning, also beautiful yet often pushes the envelope with her designs.  They have that extra bit of sass oftentimes.

While we can admire both designers, there must be one that makes you squeal a little louder! Are you more a Monique or Vera bride?

Here are some of the looks for each designers spring 2012 line.

All photos courtesy of Vera Wang & Monique Lhuillier While all designer gowns are lovely and do come with a price tag for a designer label, they can at least provide great inspiration for what you look for!  However, they do have some simpler gowns that start at a more moderate number.  For example, Monique Lhuillier's gowns start as low as $2200.  Also Vera's new White Collection at David's Bridal makes a Vera Wang gown affordable for various price points and budgets too.  

I must admit, I'm definitely a Monique girl myself ;), what are you?

If you ever want a stylists opinion on your dress, feel free to email me at jocelyn@sterlingengagements.com.

xO,
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