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Wedding Details - Creative Menu Ideas!

2012-02-23T13:46:00Z

Wow! We at Style & Elegance have recently joined the Pinterest world and it is nothing but AWESOME!!!!

There is so much inspiration on not just weddings but everything under the sun! Of course we go straight for the Wedding Category!!

In our travels we came across some very cool ideas for displaying your wedding menu. You can stick to the traditional and add a little twist or totally create something that is in line with the theme of your wedding.

Whether you go with a menu at each place setting or as part of the centrepiece, you can let your imagination run wild! Here are some examples of wedding menu ideas that Pinterest introduced us !!!

Hope you are inspired!!!

LOVE this next one!!!

Absolutely LOVE this one! It's chocolate!

~ Happy Planning !!! ~

Love Day Desserts!!!

2012-02-15T00:51:41Z

Now we are the first to dig into a delicious and decadent dessert. Even before dinner! We thought that we would share some of our faves for possible "Love Day" treats!

Gentlemen - you can explore your daring and creative side and prepare a scrumptious little dessert for your one and only. It doesn't have to be a gourmet-Wolfgang-Puck caliber creation. Sometimes simple is better.

You are sure to melt her heart!

{for recipes, click on the picture...}

~ Happy Valentine's Day Everyone ! ~

Valentine's Day Draw Winner !!

2012-02-14T16:59:47Z

The winner of our Valentine's Day Prize is..............

Amanda Norek !!!!!!

Congratulations!!!

2012 Grammy Awards Red Carpet

2012-02-14T15:36:29Z

Here we are again! We love to watch the celebrities arrive and walk the red carpet with their designer duds! To be honest though.... we didn't really have a "thumbs up" for many of the celebrities choices this year.

One in particular was a "what were you thinking????" moment for us!!! I'll save that one for last....

Here are some of our favourites that we enjoyed looking at on Sunday evening.

Carrie Underwood {Gomez-Gracia}

Taylor Swift {Zuhair Murad}

Melanie Fiona {Luca Luca}

Katy Perry {Elie Saab}

Julianne Hough {Kaufman Franco}

Hilary Scott {Monique LHuillier}

This one is our fave!!!

I honestly can't put up an actual picture of the gown that we disliked the most.

You will know when I say...Fergie - what were you thinking????????

Remembering a Legend

2012-02-13T13:40:02Z

Last night marked the music industry's biggest night of the year! The 2012 Grammy Awards.

Only this time, it was overshadowed by the loss of one of pop music's majestic voices. For someone who grew up listening to her powerful voice it is hard to take in such sad news of Whitney Houston's passing.

She has left us with such sweet beautiful music that we will remember for years to come.

May you be at peace.....

Wedding Shoes that make a Statement!

2012-02-09T16:15:14Z

We have become lovers of shoes. Plain and simple. It’s an addiction really. If you are one that is very fashion forward and conscious of your everyday style, then your wedding is going to be no exception and you are going to want to make a statement with what you choose!!

This wedding trend has seemed to catch on fire. Lots of bold colours and styles that can help define your theme for your big day.

These are just some of our faves in the “wedding shoes” category that we’ve come across during our travels!

Hope you enjoy and let us know which style tickles your fancy!

* Loving the Heel Bling! *

~ Happy Planning! ~

Valentine's Day Contest !!!

2012-02-08T13:15:57Z

In the spirit of Valentine's Day we are holding a draw for a wonderful prize pack worth over $175.00 !!!!

Brides to Be! Pamper yourself with this basket of goodies and feel relaxed and "Zen" while you prepare for your wedding!

Grooms to be! You can take part in this draw too! Wouldn't this be the perfect gift for your future wife???!!!! Score some bonus points for winning this awesome prize!

Here's how to enter:

1. Go to our Facebook page and click the LIKE button (you, your fiance and all your friends)!

2. Then leave a comment on this Valentine's Day blog post with your upcoming wedding date and what your favourite thing is about your fiance! (One entry per couple please!)

3. The winner will be chosen from those who leave a comment on the blog.

4. Entries must be received by midnight Tuesday February 13th. The lucky winner will be announced on Valentine's Day! (no substitutions)

Delivery/pickup in the 519 area only.

Stay tuned to the blog to find out if you have won!

Good luck to all !

DIY Wedding Idea

2012-02-07T16:00:49Z

Here’s another one for the DIY files ladies!

How cute are these??!! Perfect for a whimsical summer reception.

This could be the perfect opportunity for you and your bridesmaid to have a girls night and check another item off your list while having some fun!

Here’s how you can have this little sweet little detail a part of your wedding celebrations!

{Photo courtesy of Papermash}

You will need the following:

Mini Doilies (template via Papermash) ~ Cardstock paper ~ Pencil ~ Scissors

Wooden Skewers ~ Glue Stick ~ Hot Glue & Glue Gun

Accents for tops (your choice)

Step 1 – Cut out a small circle template and trace onto the cardstock paper. You will need one for each parasol. Cut out each and mark the centre.

Step 2 – Use the glue stick to glue one circle onto the centre of each doily and let it dry. This will help to reinforce the paper and make the parasol sturdier.

Step 3 – Cut from the edge of the doily to its centre and bend into a cone shape. Seal with glue.

Step 4 – Glue a button, bead or any embellishment you’ve chose to the top of the parasol and let it dry. (You can get really creative here! Stars, crystals, stones…the sky is the limit!)

Step 5 – Use the hot glue gun to attach the wooden skewer to the inside of the parasol.

Now you have a super cute DIY element to your cocktail hour! Your guests will love it!

For the template for this project, visit Papermash. Check out all the cool paper products while you’re there

~ Happy Planning! ~

Elie Saab Couture Show Spring 2012

2012-02-06T16:00:35Z

Ladies! Ladies! Ladies!

You * have * to check out the new Spring 2012 Couture Collection by Elie Saab. Wow! Pastels are making a comeback and taking over the runways!

You are going to swoon over this beautiful spring collection by Elie Saab.

Take a detour from the usual "white wedding gown" and try something new! Hope these images inspire you! Let us know which one is your fave!!!

~ Happy Planning! ~

And the Winner is ..............

2012-01-31T19:17:00Z

Congratulations to

KAREN RAMIREZ !

You have won the draw for a pair of beautiful Mikasa Olympus Champagne Glasses! We hope we have added that little something special to your wedding celebrations!

To all the other brides & grooms, thank you for visiting us at the Wedding Dreams Bridal Show! It was a pleasure to meet you and we hope to work with you in the near future!!!!