I can not even begin to say how much I enjoyed working with Erin!!! She is professional, reliable, and AMAZING at what she does. The last thing a bride wants is an uptight high strung wedding planner and that is NOT what you get with Erin. She makes it a point to keep things running smoothly!! And if something goes wrong during the planning process or day of you will not know about it because Erin will be right there fixing anything that could possibly cause her bride stress. I would highly recommend Erin and Erin McLean Events for anyone who is looking for an AMAZINGLY AWESOME planner!!!!

Love Molly!!  Thank you for making my work so worthwhile!

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PS. Did you see her veil and gown? So excited to see her pictures.

I so love seeing a gown or idea sketched out and come to life. Maybe because that is what I do with my brides. I love the true Princess ]Gown by Mark Zunino for Kleinfeld

About Mark Zunino

Having cut his teeth in fashion dressing Tinsel-Town royalty under famed Dynasty costumer Nolan Miller, designer Mark Zunino created his debut bridal collection with the ultimate stars in mind. “I was inspired by Hollywood’s legendary fashion icons, such as a young Audrey Hepburn, Grace Kelly, and Sophia Loren,” Zunino says. It’s a savvy place to begin, too, since those names resonate so strongly with bridal clientele. Zunino, a native of Northern California, will offer his distinct take on red carpet glamour this season, first with this voluminous ball gown, which features a strapless embellished bodice with a lace-up back. “A bride wearing this gown is sexy yet elegant, glamorous yet understated, and totally confident when all eyes are on her,” the designer adds.

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I love these shoes paired with this Yellow dress from Anthropologie and this pearl bracelet.

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I always love the elegance of Monique Lhuillier. These gowns are elegantly classic.

Amsale designs gowns to make us look like Grecian goddesses. Who doesn’t love that?

I love how different each color showcases in this BHLDN Niceties gown!

Have fun with your bridesmaid’s gowns!

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All you need is:

- Ribbon

- Tacky glue

- napkins (we would love to see this with linen napkins!)

- labels (we used sticky labels but you could also print on cardstock and secure with glue or tape)

- Scissors

First, wrap a piece of ribbon around the folded napkin.

Tie in a simple knot and turn the napkin over.

Cut another piece of ribbon the width of the napkin.

Cut into the edges of the ribbon for a pretty edge.

Secure the ribbon with the tacky glue and press.

Place your label on the top!

You are ready to set your table!

Happy DIY Friday!

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When creating a budget, sooner is better than later. Meaning: it should be one of the first five things you do after you are engaged. Setting expectations early on will help avoid confusion, heart ache and lots of drama. If your parents are going to be involved, I like to suggest that each person – the bride and the groom – meet separately with their parents to discuss this sensitive subject. Then, the two of you can regroup and go from there. But remember, those who contribute financially to the wedding usually expect to have a say in the wedding plans. So don’t forget to also discuss roles and involvement in decision-making when the budget is discussed. Get it out in the open early on! After hearing the expectations of involvement from your relatives, you may decide it is best to pay for it on your own!
As far as who pays for what, there are a lot of traditional “rules” that you can follow…but the modern bride and groom can also feel comfortable making their own rules. Budget etiquette is quite flexible and there are several combinations of who is paying for what which are completely acceptable. If you’d like something to go on, a contemporary option is the “FLOP” method. Using this rule of thumb, the groom’s family pays for flowers, liquor, orchestra (music) and photography. In addition, the groom’s family also pays for the rehearsal dinner. The bride’s family would then pay for everything else.
Whatever you decide, decide early, stick to the plan, and don’t let money issues ruin your day. No matter what the budget or who is paying – you’ll still end up marrying the person of your dreams!

Happy Planning!!

On the Left is the sketch from Reem Acra:

“When I envision Angelina in a wedding dress,” says designer-to-the-stars Reem Acra, “I am inspired by her classic elegance and effortless sex appeal. She is deliberate about her fashion choices and that sophisticated confidence makes for the perfect modern bride.” It’ll certainly take an Angelina-esque bravado to wear Acra’s ivory, double-faced silk crepe gown, which features a prominent center-cinched bodice, an off-the-shoulder neckline, and a flared skirt—the kind of figure-hugging silhouette that evokes the star’s steamier roles. One can even imagine Mrs. Smith slipping into such a gown, provided there’s room for a concealed weapon.

The gorgeous Sketch on the right is from Theia:

Seeing as how Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie got engaged for the sake of their six children, it’s only fitting that Theia Creative Director Don O’Neill chose family as his inspiration for Angie’s wedding gown. “I envisioned Angelina as a wholesome sophisticated vision of the bride that her children imagine her to be, not her sexy red carpet signature style,” he says. “This one is for her family.” O’Neill’s fantasy design features a long-sleeve silhouette of French Chantilly lace over a corseted sweetheart bodice in silk mousseline and organza with a tulle appliqué hem. “The dramatic silk tulle veil is trimmed with lace to add mystery and allure,” the designer adds.

Which is your favorite??

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Because these are just so gorgeous!!

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Here are some of EME’s favorite items that we have seen at weddings that are from Etsy that brides could add to their registry!

Wooden drink sticks with your new monogram! Too cute! {Source}.

Drink straws in your wedding colors! We love these!! From DimeStoreBuddy. {Source}.

Wedding directional sign by OurHobbyToYourHome. Perfect ceremony or reception detail! {Source}.

Wedding thank you signs. What a fabulous unique thank you card idea!! From LimitedLane. {Source}.

Chalkboard art, would make a cute entrance sign to your reception! By Customchalk. {Source}.

What about a cute hanger to hang your wedding dress on! Too adorable. Made by  AllThingsHandKrafted. {Source}.

Happy Etsy Registry Shopping!

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All you need is:

-  Ribbon (we used three different types and sizes)

- Sharp scissors!

Cut the ribbon long enough to hang over the edges of your table.

We cut the ribbon on a bias to keep it pretty!

Lay out the first direction of ribbon. We used 7 pieces for each direction.

Then start weaving them together! We used a basket weave because it is simple and clean looking.

When you have done them all, check your spacing and make sure it is straight and even!

You are ready to set your table!

Happy DIY Friday!

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