Celebrities + New Shopping Trend

Have you heard of membership-based shopping websites offering collections personally tailored to your style, that just happen to be co-founded by celebrities?! The latest shopping trend is to join  exclusive “clubs” where customers can purchase shoes, t-shirts, jewelry, and even skincare products at a set price each month. Kim Kardashian was the first celebrity to publicly endorse/create the popular ShoeDazzle– an online shopping experience meant to recreate having a personal concierge/stylist at your beck and call.

Recently, actress Rachel Bilson launched ShoeMint over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. ShoeMint is like ShoeDazzle, but offers ONLY Steve Madden shoes! Which explains the higher cost of membership in comparison to ShoeDazzle. The sister sites to ShoeMint: JewelMint by Kate Bosworth and StyleMint by Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen. JewelMint offers unique pieces that can be purchased at the set price of $29.99 per item. StyleMint offers t-shirts and knits, some personally designed by the Olsen twins. The last personal shopper website: BeautyMint by Jessica Simpson, which offers personalized skincare products and tips from skincare expert, Nerida Joy.

As with all of these memberships, it’s free to join and view the items in your collection–they only start to charge you monthly after you make your first purchase. All shipping  is free and returns are simple. (BeautyMint is the exception since costs depend on what skincare products you choose. Shipping is free on the first purchase of a 5-piece system only)

COSTS OF MEMBERSHIP

ShoeDazzle: $39.95 per item

ShoeMint: $79.98 per pair

JewelMint: $29.99 per item

StyleMint: $29.99 per shirt

BeautyMint: $39.99-$49.99

Top Rated Venue: Maderas Golf Club

You can visit Tuscany, Italy without leaving San Diego–when you stay or plan a wedding at Maderas Golf Club! The Maderas Golf Club is home to one of San Diego’s top rated golf courses, with lakes and waterfalls spread throughout the scenic grounds.

From an intimate gathering to a large 300-person wedding, Maderas Golf Club can accommodate any bride and any vision you have for your wedding. Their Tuscan-inspired decor sets it apart from other golf resorts or country clubs in Southern California. Imagine you and your guests waking up to a beautiful morning overlooking the natural landscape.

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Can you imagine a photoshoot with your groom with this view in the background?! Their gorgeous settings aren’t the only thing Maderas Golf Club is known for. Besides world class service and accommodations, their Del Lago Ballroom is a great place to host your reception or private party.

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Did you know if you decide to visit Maderas Golf Club to get a site preview of the amenities, they offer a complimentary Champagne Tour? Come take a tour, check out the sites, and sip champagne with your wedding planner as you imagine what your wedding could be!

For more information, please contact us on how we can get you exclusive deals and packages with Maderas Golf Club.

Unless otherwise noted, all photos are courtesy of Maderas Golf Club.

Breaking Dawn/Twilight Inspiration Boards

With the release of “Breaking Dawn: Part 1″ in theatres, we felt inspired by the dark romance and classic tale of love that surpasses time. Even if you’re not a fan of vampires, the theme of falling in love with someone who will go to the ends of the earth to protect and love you, resonates with all. So, we created two inspiration boards based on “Twilight” and what we felt qualified as a possible scene from Bella and Edward’s wedding! Hope this inspires you.

{Couple, Apple, Floral, Necklace}

Love the idea of taking photos right before the sun sets! Also loving the idea of flowers and jewels hanging from centerpieces–effortless but gorgeous.

{Ceremony, Invite, Bouquet, Gown, Twilight Scene}

 Jenny Packham is a super talented designer and we love many of her creations. The idea of draping strings of flowers everywhere is so over the top and fabulous!

An Anthropologie Inspired Holiday

Have you stepped inside of an Anthropologie store before? Well, you should! Even if it’s not to purchase clothes, their store displays are inspirational and worth doing the “No thanks, I’m just looking” speech. Anthropologie’s aesthetic ranges from comfortable luxury to glam boho chic, which makes sense since the parent company is Urban Outfitters, Inc.  Wedding Elegance Assistant, Buu, recently walked into Anthropologie and was amazed by the displays and gifts in the store. They literally encompassed an outdoorsy, cozy, and crafty holiday spirit inside their store!

So here’s some holiday inspiration for you! Whether it’s a whole tablescape, or just some do-it-yourself items, you can host a holiday party or create a rustic, but cozy wedding theme based on Anthropologie.

All items can be found on Anthropologie’s site. All photos were lovingly borrowed from Anthropologie.

Free Holiday Cards!

You heard right! Staples is offering 20 free holiday cards with the use of a coupon until November 19, 2011. To learn more about it/get the coupon, visit Staples.

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Now if you have a grudge against Staples or want something a little more original, WeddingChicks, the blog about all things pretty, is offering free downloadable templates to use and print out as holiday cards. Just upload your photo, click “Print,” and BAM! a new window pops open with your free and oh-so-cute holiday card. So easy

But, if you’re more of a DIY-er or love the idea of handmade cards, we spotted some cute ones on etsy.com, that we want to share to inspire you! Or if you love them so much, you can purchase them directly from the sellers, too.

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