The Wedding Party Breakers Participants

We're awed by the talent that's going to be joining us this Sunday at the Breakers. Here is a list of the vendors who will be participating -- if you haven't purchased your ticket yet to join us, here's some incentive! By category:

The Breakers will be showcasing all of their amazing properties, catering capabilities, restaurants and design. They include: Weddings by the Breakers, The Design Studio, Phillips Point Club, Special Impressions Catering by the Breakers, Breakers West Country Club Catering and Echo. Whew!

The Wedding Library will be showcasing: Wedding Library Bridesmaids: Alix & Kelly, Amsale, Badgley Mischka, Lela Rose and Thread. We'll also be presenting Wedding Library Planning services, many of our stationery lines and Aquamare, a new property that we are representing in Virgin Gorda. Check out our own exclusive tabletop design for the VIP luncheon and for the Aquamare display.

Kleinfeld will of course be presenting the bridal fashion show and menswear.

Martha Stewart Weddings will be there with a table inspired by their latest issue -- beautiful!

ACCESSORIES AND FAVORS
Dessy
Gifts for the Good Life

CAKES AND SWEETS
Donut Divas & Fun Foods
Sylvia Weinstock Cakes

What a Cookie!

HAIR, MAKEUP AND SPA
The Breakers Spa
DM Celebrity Hair
Fresh Beauty Studio
Guerlain
Kristin Brown Makeup
Shibui Salon

ICE SCULPTURES AND LIGHTED TABLES
So Cool Events
Styled Ice Inc.

JEWELRY
Christine Smith Jewelry

MEN'S FORMALWEAR
Franklin & Gower
Kleinfeld Manhattan Men
The Tux Shop

MUSIC
Bon Musique
Elan Artists
Jean Marc by DJM
Marcia Mitchell Music, Inc.
Music Works Talent
Powerhouse Group
Vali Entertainment
Zanadu Group

PHOTOGRAPHY
Carlos Baez
Mel Barlow
Nancy Cohn
Patty Daniels
Jeff Kolodny
Alain Martinez
Munoz Photography
NYC Photobooth
Anthony Vazquez

PROPERTIES
Aquamare
Ladera

REGISTRY
Wedding Channel

RENTALS
Classic Party Rentals (Panache)
Taylor Creative

STATIONERY
Arak Kanofsky
Ceci New York
Posh Parties and Paper

TRANSPORTATION
Prestige Limousines

VIDEO
Open Eye Media
Ray Roman Films

WEDDING PAINTINGS
Seton McGlennon

The Wedding Party Itinerary

For those of you attending the Wedding Party in Palm Beach this Sunday, we're getting excited! Here's the itinerary -- we think it's fantastic. Our guest speakers -- Martha Stewart's Darcy Miller, Celebrity Photographer Donna Newman, the Legendary Baker Sylvia Weinstock, Red Carpet Designers James Mischka and Mark Badgley and Say Yes to the Dress' Randy Fenoli are getting ready to knock your socks off. The fashion show is heating up; the luncheon is set!

We've sold out on vendor spots and on the VIP tickets -- general admission is still available -- so come meet us in the sun!

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VIP Luncheon, Wedding Party Palm Beach

I'm in love with the amazing modern furniture rental products offered by Taylor Creative Inc. And I am thrilled that they're available in Florida so I could convince them to participate in our Wedding Party this Sunday the 17th. Lucky brides who purchased tickets to our VIP luncheon will have a scrumptious lunch hosted by The Breakers, and sit at these gorgeous Wedding Library designed tables (below is a Taylor Creative provided sample). The best part in my opinion? The Breaker's Master Sommelier, Virginia Philip, will be presenting the Breakers own blends. Our Very Important Brides are also very lucky ones -- the lunch is sold out!

General admission tickets are still available for the Wedding Party.

So Much To Do, So Little Time

2010 has started with a bang. We've already had a sold-out trunk show for Lela Rose, a destination wedding site search, and a jam-packed calendar.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 14: I thought I'd let you in on our busy calendar. First, this Thursday we will be at Amsale, helping brides discover what kind of bride they are. There will be a fashion show, beauty consultations, bridesmaid advice and more. What kind of bride are you? The kind that attends InStyle parties? If so, rsvp to instyle_rsvp@timeinc.com.SUNDAY, JANUARY 17: The next day we zip off to the Breakers in Palm Beach where we're producing the Wedding Party. We've got great celebrities like Sylvia Weinstock, Mark Badgley and James Mischka, Darcy Miller of Martha Stewart Weddings and Randy Fenoli of Say Yes to the Dress. There'll be over 50 vendors, great design inspiration, fab gift bags and a sold out VIP luncheon! All tickets are just about gone, so if you're planning to jet down for some sunshine and wedding planning, sign up now! Note, through our Wedding Party site you'll find great rates at the Breakers...

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 20: When we return we're teaming up with Martha Stewart Weddings and Pronovias to show you some of the highlights from their designers -- from Valentino Sposa to Elie Saab. We'll be sharing our planning and stationery tips and will be joined by our friends Peter Callahan and Elan Artists.
JANUARY 21: You think that's it for January? Not for us. We're launching our Amsale trunk show which will run until the 31st. Sure to be popular -- we'll be inviting some of our favorite vendors to share in the fun. RSVP early, the best spots will fill up fast. 212.327.0100 or kristen@theweddinglibrary.com

Leap Year Give Away

We're excited to have partnered with the Amy Adams and Matthew Goode movie "Leap Year", a romantic comedy that follows one woman's quest to get married to the perfect guy. We are able to offer one grand prize winner a Leap Year prize pack which includes: Airline Comfort Kit, American Apparel track jacket, Leap Year Tee and Journal. Four runner ups will receive the T shirt and Journal. All you have to do is purchase your ticket for the Wedding Party Palm Beach or New York to qualify. Give us a call for phone purchases and mention this posting to qualify. 212.327.0100

In Theaters this Friday January 8th

Check out the Leap Year official website

Sylvia Weinstock at the Wedding Party Palm Beach

As if the sunshine, the luxurious hotel and the food, drink and entertainment at the Wedding Party Palm Beach is not enough, we've got Sylvia Weinstock too! And she brings the sunshine with her wherever she goes.Sylvia will be signing copies of her new book, Sensational Cakes, and providing private wedding cake design consultations to a select few. Sign up now for a chance to have your design sketched out by the master of wedding cakes!

Stationery Suite

Stephanie should be the mascot for Wedding Library services. We had fun working with her throughout her planning process, and she visited often. Her wedding was at the Harold Pratt House, and she used the amazing Matthew Robbins Design, via the Wedding Library. She also found her veil at Bride's Head Revisited, on the fourth floor of our townhouse.

But she worked most closely with our Stationery Director, Linda Hays. I think Stephanie drew from us what the Wedding Library does best. She chose a mix and match, a la carte selection of the most elegant, personalized and unique products that you can find under one roof. Good job! Here's a taste of how it all came together.

The beautiful table is classic Matthew. Soft hues, lush flowers, a romantic setting. The menu cards are Dauphine with a lovely die-cut shape and pattern printed to the edge of the card.A closer look at the menu, notice the mixed fonts and added motifs and the simple and elegant place card.

The palette of the room appears to be all white -- look closely and you'll notice the shades of pink, amber, green, and glints of silver and glass -- beautiful!

The Dauphine letterpress program is classic, and still unique.

I love the invitation and belly band. Knowing how male guests often overlook the details, Stephanie said "Some of Marc's male friends even complimented him on the invitation -- unbelievable!"

The save-the-date is the new Julie Holcomb photo card -- very beautifully printed.
The whole wedding stationery suite can be a complicated process. Stephanie wrote Linda "Thank you for all of your time, energy and advice putting everything together -- it was a wonderful experience". (I think Linda thought so too!)

The happy couple! Congratulations from everyone at the Wedding Library!

Here are some nice words from the bride: " ...Marc and I received many, many compliments ...so many friends called the suite elegant, sophisticated, unique -- everything I wanted to hear."

Photos courtesy of Christian Oth.

Boys Bring Your Bow Ties!

Tomorrow, Tuesday the 14th of December, we're going to teach you how to tie a bow tie, pin a boutonniere and tuck a pocket square. Yes, check off these skills from your life list. And we're doing it in style.

Our great friends from Franklin + Gower make fabulous customized menswear that can only be found by the most discerning -- but will be bringing a preview of brand new styles to the Wedding Library to share with us tomorrow night. They were inspired with designs by the Thread Bridesmaid line, so you know they have great taste and will mix and match perfectly.We'll also have a chic representative from Tom Ford on Madison Avenue to give lessons on dressing well. And it was my idea to have a single malt on hand to make it all go a little smoother. Ladies, if your guy doesn't want to learn, then you be the superstar and come on by for a drink and a quick lesson. Let's bring in the new year with a new skill! (The dress above is Thread, the suit, Franklin + Gower)

Wedding Party Palm Beach Debut!

We're ready!

Glamorous speakers? Check! Martha Stewart Weddings' Darcy Miller, Mark Badgley and James Mischka, and Kleinfeld's Randy Fenoli who we love from Say Yes to the Dress.

Great venue? Check! The Breakers Palm Beach. How can we go wrong --there's also a great room rate during high season! (A perfect excuse for a long holiday weekend in the sun!)

Amazing vendors? Check! The best of Florida and national vendors converging to help you choose your destination wedding team.

Superb gift bag and unbelievable raffle prizes? Check! Our boutique event has an unbelievable roster of luxury brands, gifts and prizes.

Now it's your turn. Have you purchased your tickets, booked your flight and reserved your room? Time to check, check, check!!!

The Breakers, Palm Beach Bound

I love to scour web sites and research the most dreamy properties, far-off locales and concoct the most "perfect" experiences that I can think up. And sometimes I get to experience the fruits of my painstaking research. The Breakers is a property that remain larger than life even after experiencing it. Many years ago I was introduced to the property by a bride whose wedding I helped plan. Never since have I experienced such an amazing wedding. And consistently, when I visit the Breakers for work or play -- the hotel, property and staff exceed all expectations.

Now, we invite brides to experience all the Breakers and their wonderful vendors have to offer at the Wedding Party Palm Beach. We guarantee every bride a luxury experience filled with all the Breakers has to offer. Take a peek at these images -- you'll get the idea!

One of my favorite spots for a rehearsal dinner, after-party or brunch -- poolside!

One of the most spectacular ballrooms around. Perfect for high-glamour, high-impact.

See what I mean?

Photos credit from top: Nancy Cohn, Michael Kress, Donna Newman, Donna Newman, Michael Kress
Join us, January 17, 2010 when the Breakers shows you how it's done!

Lela Rose Exclusively at the Wedding Library

We are delighted to announce that we are the exclusive New York City retailer of Dessy's Lela Rose collection of bridesmaid dresses. Lela was one of our speakers at the Wedding Party NYC last year, and we all fell in love. Her gowns are gorgeous, her shoes are a fashionista's bargain-dream, and in person, she was instantly a hit. We could not be happier that we'll be representing her charming line. From her 2010 collection, here are the highlights. Dessy blogged about us today, too -- check it out!

An instant favorite! This is the dress to swoon over.

One shoulder is all over the runways.

This neckline is so flattering.

We love these rosettes.

Another version of the one-shoulder.

This style is flattering on everyone.

A v-neck and an a-line is always a good fit.

Strapless updated. Always a favorite.

The Spirit of Accessorizing

New York Magazine has a clever web section called Shop-a-Matic where they gather great products in a category and post photos of them. They have a few wedding-related series, the most recent is Wedding Accessories. Great white, silver and gold accessories are hard to come by, so I thought I'd share the link with you. A few of our favorites were included in the line-up, too!

The Sarah is perfect with bridesmaid dresses or wedding gowns. $98

Ella is a really comfortable neutral. $125

I like the Nicole because when you're wearing it, all you see is the little band of crystals. $150

I rave forever about our cashmere wraps. They come in many colors and are great always -- I bring mine on every flight I take! $175

A wonderfully neutral cover-up comes in many colors -- the perfect solution for bridesmaids and brides! $125

Martha Stewart Center for Living and Sneak Peek

I was delighted to attend a gala benefit for Martha Stewart's Center for Living at Mount Sinai recently. The Center serves to promote access to health care resources for older adults -- something we will all need sooner or later! The event was held at the Martha Stewart headquarters in the Starrett-Lehigh building.

It was also the perfect opportunity for me to sneak in a quick behind-the-scenes tour of the craft rooms, prop rooms, test kitchen and more. Here are a few inspirational images some of which I think you'll recognize in the current December issue of Martha Stewart Living.

One of the prop rooms -- each piece has a bar code to keep track of inventory.

A lovely case of shells.

One of the ornaments from the December issue.

Little creatures in the making...
A super-fly butterfly.

An inspiration board -- definitely an inspiration to me!

Style Me Pretty is Blogging About Us!

We are so delighted that Abby Larson of Style Me Pretty has agreed to be our "official blogger" covering our upcoming Wedding Party at the beautiful Breakers Hotel in Palm Beach. She'll be writing about some of the amazing events, vendors and activities at our bridal show on January 17. Read what she has to say in her first entry!

We look forward to seeing you in Palm Beach!