Don’t you just love a brilliant idea? The always creative Rebecca Stone from Santa Barbara’s Duet Weddings (another of our fabulous Junebug members) came up with an absolutely ingenious escort card display for this rustic farm wedding at the Figueroa Mountain Farmhouse, and we are smitten. On her blog Rebecca describes the wedding’s design as “simple but thoughtful, rustic and vintage, mismatched and colorful, with a touch of country charm” and her escort card creation matched those qualities to a T.
To create this look, Rebecca collected vintage glass vases in varying shapes and sizes, filled them with single blooms from Modern Day Design, and tied on little tags bearing each guest’s name in calligraphy by Little Miss Press. The dozens and dozens of bottles were showcased on top of an antique desk (I love how they pulled out and used the middle drawer as a shelf!) and the whole thing made a spectacular piece of creative wedding decor. Like we said, simply brilliant! Thank you Rebecca!
Every woman wants to look her best on her wedding day, and choosing great makeup can be a hugely helpful part of that. One of our amazingly talented Junebug members, Margaret Dybash of Poppy Artistry, is a pro at making brides look bright, beautiful, glowing and like the very best versions of themselves.Having worked with Margaret on many photo shoots in the past (like the Candy Coated Color Fashion Report shown above) we have witnessed her stunning looks and wealth of beauty knowledge firsthand, and today we asked her for a little expert insider information on the best beauty products out there. Check out her favorite makeup picks for your big day below!
From makeup pro Margaret Dybash:
For the Face:I love Stila’s One Step Foundation. It primes, color-neutralizes, and sets itself – no need for powder! It wears for about eight hours, so it will take you from pre-ceremony photographs to the dance floor without needing a touch up. All this, while still feeling as light as air. It is truly a miracle product!
For Cheeks:For a powder blush, I would choose Nars’ Orgasm. There is a reason it’s famous! For a cream blush option, I love Stila’s Convertible Color. Covertible Color is also a great honeymoon product because it travels well. I take it with me wherever I go.
For the Eyes:Smashbox Bionic Mascara is amazing. The brush separates and coats the lashes with the perfect amount of mascara. Not too much, not too little. It is also water resistant for teary moments, but not dry and flakey like some waterproof mascara can be. For eyeshadows that stay put, I love Stila. There are tons of colors to choose from and they can be applied wet or dry. A wet application makes the colors more intense, prevents messy sprinkling, and allows the shadow to stay on all day and all night, without the use of a lid primer. If you want to add a little extra “oomph” to your eyes, individual flash eyelashes are fantastic. Using individual lashes allows you to add a little at a time until you are satisfied with the effect.
For the Lips:I love a bold color on the lips, but many brides prefer a more natural look. Either way, try Nars’ Velvet Matte Lip Pencil or Stila’s Long Wear Lip Color. Both these options last through many kisses, smiles and sips of champagne. Both options also offer an array of colors from the nudest nude to a deep berry. For added shine, layer with Stila Lip Glaze or Smashbox Lip Enhancing Gloss in a coordinating color.
For Nails: You can’t get more classic than OPI Red, and it’s really pretty on a short nail. If color isn’t your style, choose a soft pink or nude and save the pop of color for your toes. Try Otherwise Engaged, Samoan Sand or Bubble Bath by OPI.
Other Must-Haves:Brides with normal to oily skin should have blotting papers on hand to help with mid-day shine. Also, if you are wearing flash eyelashes, especially if you a choose a full fan, have a tube of lash glue and tweezers handy. Last but certainly not least, a definite must-have is friends who will tell you the truth! Lipstick on your teeth or a floppy false eyelash is no laughing matter when you’re standing in front of 150 people.
The always fun and whimsical fashion designer Cynthia Rowley has just launched a new bridesmaids’ dress collection through The Dessy Group (one of our fabulous blog sponsors) and we’re loving the way she has combined her playful aesthetic with classic and elegant dress silhouettes that are flattering and easy to wear. Check out the collection at Dessy.com where you can choose from a nearly endless palette of gorgeous colors to customize the dresses for your wedding, and then use their “Find a Retailer” tool to find a shop in your area where you can see the collection in person. Happy shopping!
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