The Philippines’ grandest wedding expo returns on September 9-10 at SMX.

The grandest celebration of love and creativity makes a comeback this year as renowned events and wedding planning company Themes & Motifs proudly presents the Wedding Expo Philippines 41st Edition, The Best Bridal Fair of 2023.

A weekend event that is set to dazzle and inspire soon-to-wed couples, the Wedding Expo will take place on September 9 and 10, 2023, from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM at SMX Convention Center Manila in the Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City.

“This Wedding Expo will feature over 100 exhibitors, gown ateliers, and a one-of-a-kind culinary showcase spread across 3,000 sqm of space, covering everything needed to help make your dream weddings come true”, says Sharon Fabian, Managing Director of Themes and Motifs.

As part of the expo, Themes & Motifs will host Wedding Banquets Showcase: Grand Food Tasting Festival, unveiling delectable culinary creations from the country's finest caterers such as Hizon’s Catering, Josiah Catering, and Richgold Weddings. Indulge in exquisite flavors and impeccable service from trusted experts in the wedding banquet service.

This event will showcase the following:

• Inspirational Exhibits: Walk through the awe-inspiring landscape of wedding themes and concepts designed by industry-leading event stylists and designers.
• Supplier Showcase: Immerse in the best of the wedding industry, meeting over 150 premier wedding suppliers, including photographers, videographers, caterers, florists, bridal gown designers, and more.
• Fashion Extravaganza: Witness the latest bridal fashion trends as celebrated designers unveil their breathtaking wedding gown collections.
• Exclusive Offers: Take advantage of exclusive discounts and promotions available solely during the event.

Attendees will also have the chance to win a Pre-Nup Photoshoot Session with the renowned celebrity photographer Nice Print Photography & Exige Weddings. That's not all – by booking onsite, you'll also be eligible to win a range of fantastic prizes including a 2-night stay for two at Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria with daily breakfast, a 2-night stay for two at Sheraton Manila Hotel with daily breakfast, exquisite Elegant Wedding Rings from Goldenhills Jewelry, and the ultimate pairing: His and Hers iPhone 14.

Guests are encouraged to pre-register for the event on or before September 7 to enjoy a seamless entry process and receive exclusive offers.

To pre-register at the Wedding Expo Philippines 41st edition, visit: 

https://bit.ly/WEPS23RegisterHere 

To register at The Grand Food Tasting Festival, visit:

https://bit.ly/REGISTERGrandFoodTastingFestival

Moreover, celebrity couple Anthony & Maricel Laxa- Pangilinan will be launching their new marriage book "Marriage Is a Marathon: Run it One Step at a Time". Anthony & Maricel celebrate 30 years of blessings by co-authoring this must-read book for couples.

Wedding Expo Philippines 41st Edition is supported by Aquila Crystal Palace Tagaytay The Events Place; Goldenhills Jewelry; Nice Print Photo; Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria and Sheraton Manila Hotel, the official partner hotels; Tei Endencia, the official event stylist; and official media & events partners Inspirations.ph and Sound Level Production Equipment Rental.

For more information and updates, please visit www.themesnmotifs.com

A Quick Guide for Bachelorette Parties.

Are you planning to hold a bachelorette party before your friend’s wedding? Then you might want to know the steps that you need to do in order to make the event successful. An option for you is to hire adult entertainers, exotic dancers, and strippers. For more information about strippers, click this link here. This will make your bachelorette night a fun-filled activity of cheering, laughing, drinking, and enjoying the performances of these professional performers.

If this is your first time hiring a stripper for a hen party, then here is a guide for you. If you are looking for a handy step-by-step guide on how to make your planned entertainment flawless, then you are on the right page.

Photo credit: Easy Weddings.

What You Should Do When Hiring Strippers
1. Get the Bride’s Opinion in Hiring a Stripper
Check with the bride if she wants a stripper on her hen party. Even if there’s a huge chance that the bride will agree to a stripper, it is still best to check on her and get her opinion. She might decide to invite her sisters, mothers-in-law, and other prudes who might not appreciate a bachelorette party with a male entertainer.

If the bride does not agree with a male stripper, there’s still hope. You can provide an eye-candy b going into restaurants where shirtless waiters serve meals. Remember to do a bachelorette party where the bride is comfortable because it is her party and it is her last night to a party as a single lady.

2. Decide whether you go to Clubs or Do a Private Bachelorette Party
When the bride agrees and she is comfortable hiring a male stripper, you have to choose between hiring private strippers and going to club revues. If you live in a metropolitan area, chances are, there are lots of venues with lots of exotic dancers that perform the whole night. However, an advantage of hiring a stripper is, the entertainment becomes a private offer which everyone in the party can enjoy.

There are pros and cons of going into the club. Some pros that you can consider are the following: more male entertainers, various choices of food and drinks, larger venues, and non-stop shows the whole night. The cons are the following: that the bride-to-be is not the center of the show, not very private, and expensive drinks and food. The pros are: the party becomes a private affair which all your friends can enjoy, you can choose the look of your male entertainer, no worries about drunk driving, and the main object of the entertainment is the bride.

The life of the (hen) party.

3. Find an Entertainer from a Reputable Company
If you agree to hire a private male entertainer, you will need to find the one that will suit you the most. The internet can be a great place but only if the company that you have found is legitimate. You can click the Majesty Male Strippers link to know more information about hiring a reputable company.

Choose a stripper that is available locally so you can meet up before the event if possible. Note that some of the time, the stripper won’t be able to make it on the night of your party because of some emergency. A reputable company will be able to send you someone as a replacement. However, beware of this method. Some of the companies display photos of models from different websites. This means that your chosen stripper might not even exist in the first place. Another option for you is to go to a local nightclub and see if there’s a stripper available that can perform on bachelorette parties. Make sure that the one you chose respects your rules, practice safety, and suits the bride’s taste.

4. Ask the Proper Questions When Hiring a Stripper 
You have found the perfect stripper and you are wondering what to do next. If this is the case, then the next thing that you should ask is the rates of the male entertainer.

• How many hours is the performance going to last? 

• How much is the rate is per hour? 

• Is there a fixed package rate if you need the service for five hours or more? 

• Do you cover the travel costs? 

• Will the stripper bring his own boom box? 

• Will he perform in display costumes? • Are there any rules that he should follow? 

• Does he need a specific drink, food, chair, etc? 

• Will he perform while completely naked? 

• Are there rules that the women should follow? 

• Are there any rules about photographs and videos? 

• How should the payment be processed?

Keep the wine flowing. :)

These questions and a lot more will help establish rules and make the night smoother. When it comes to payments, use a credit card that has a consumer policy. This is your safety net when the stripper doesn’t show up. When you make negotiations, you need to be clear on what you expect and what the stripper expects. If there’s a rule that is a deal breaker for both parties, you can either talk about it or find another entertainer.

5. Expect Some Kind of Recourse on the Night of the Party
Strippers are notorious for being late. Make sure that you have their private phone number and the number of the company where they work. You also need to properly give them excellent directions to the party’s venue. If your party is held in a hotel or apartment complex, you need to make sure that the concierge or security guard expects them to avoid delays. Before the party, you have to make sure that everything is confirmed. Do not change any details yourself to avoid confusion. Make sure that the drinks and food are already prepared.

Ready to be the bride-to-be?

A Final Word
Getting a stripper can be intimidating if you don’t know where to go. The great news is that there are lots of guides written to help you hire the perfect male entertainer for your party. You just have to contact the right experts, go to a legitimate website and hire high-quality adult entertainers. Get ready for a night of pure fun where the bride will not have any hesitations of leaving the single life because she has already experienced everything.

Spotlight | The Eternity Rose.

Valentine's has long been over, and by now, the flowers that were given as gifts to celebrate the occasion have either wilted or have been thrown away. After all, fresh cut flowers look good for just three to four days - a week, at the most.

But not my rose.

The Eternity Rose.

Mine neither dries, fades, or wilts, and will last and look the same for many more Valentine's (and even wedding anniversaries) to come. It's called The Eternity Rose, a one-of-a-kind gift that's guaranteed to live up to its name. Created by a group of Australia-based artisans, The Eternity Rose has been in the market - Europe, in particular - for over nine years.

A rose for all eternity.

What makes this product extraordinary is that it's made with a real rose, grown to perfection by a team of trained horticulturalists who vigilantly watch over the blossoms and harvest them at their ideal stage of bloom. The roses then undergo a complex, 60-step process of preservation which includes 'freezing' the flower in its natural form, coating it with several layers of lacquer, dipping it in platinum, silver, and gold, or glazing and trimming the edges with pure, 24-karat gold. The entire process takes about 90 days, making this product a finely crafted work of art.

Even the leather case is a work of art. 

My very own Eternity Rose is an exquisite, light blue rose, glazed and trimmed in 24-karat gold. Sure, a gold or platinum-dipped rose would look even more majestic, but I personally chose blue since this color represents the 10th wedding anniversary. Husband and I are celebrating our tenth year of marriage this June, and the Blue Eternity Rose makes a perfect, lasting keepsake for this happy occasion.

Makes a lovely conversation piece, too. 

The glazed roses are also available in other colors, including red - the ultimate symbol of beauty and love. Each rose is presented in a stylish display case made from leather, and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity.

Certificate of Authenticity.

Aside from Valentine's Day and wedding anniversaries, The Eternity Rose makes an exceptional gift for just about any occasion - birthdays, Mother's Day, and even graduations. They can be purchased directly from The Eternity Rose website, and can be bought with or without a display case, or as a set with a brass vase also dipped in precious metals.

A closer look at my Light Blue Eternity Rose.

If you prefer something wearable, you'd be glad to know that The Eternity Rose also has rose pendants and earrings available. You can buy them as a set to match your Eternity Rose, or purchase them separately. They offer free shipping for all orders, and can deliver to over 50 countries around the globe, including the Philippines.

Believe me, this rose is even lovelier in person. :)

Visit The Eternity Rose website to know more about their products and view the complete collection and/or follow their official Facebook page for promos and product updates.

Spotlight | oNecklace Infinity Jewelry Collection.

Today, the husband and I are celebrating our 9th wedding anniversary and our 14th anniversary as a couple. That's quite a long time of togetherness, I know. :)

And what better way to commemorate this occasion than with new jewelry from one of my favorite jewelry brands, oNecklace? If you're a regular reader of this blog, then you're probably aware that I have worked with oNecklace in two previous campaigns - the first one was on Valentine's Day two years ago, while the second time was last October when they launched their Pink Ribbon Collection.

Working with oNecklace has always been a joyous experience, and I am thrilled to be part of their new campaign. It's like the universe is conspiring to make our anniversary extra special and worth remembering. Haha!

I love that the boxes now come in my favorite color! :)

oNecklace recently introduced new items to their Infinity Jewelry Collection, and now I am a proud owner of these two lovely pieces - the Personalized Infinity Bracelet and the Classic Infinity Ring.

New pieces from the Infinity Jewelry Collection.

Nothing says forever better than this Personalized Infinity Bracelet, adorned with tiny heart charms engraved with your and your loved one's initials.  

B + C to infinity and beyond. :)

The infinity symbol is suspended from a dainty yet durable rolo style chain, made with sterling silver, rose gold plated, or 24k gold plated similar to mine.

Personalized Infinity Bracelet when worn.

Complementing this piece is the Classic Infinity Ring, a timeless, trendsetting ring that can be paired with any look.

Classic Infinity Ring.

Like the bracelet, this ring is another meaningful way to represent eternal love, as it bears the iconic infinity symbol. Similarly, this ring can be crafted with the material of your choice - sterling silver, 24k gold plated, or rose gold plated similar to mine.

Classic Infinity Ring when worn.

All oNecklace pieces come with a Certificate of Authenticity, a guarantee that the materials used are hallmarked and confirm with legal standards.

Certificate of Authenticity.

I know there are a lot of June brides out there like me, so if you're celebrating your anniversary soon and would like to commemorate the occasion with a meaningful gift, I suggest you visit oNecklace and purchase a piece or two from their website. They ship orders within 24 hours, and offer free shipping to anywhere in the world!

Thank you, oNecklace for these lovely gifts!

And happy anniversary, my love! Cheers to a lifetime of togetherness! I love you! :)

Find a High-quality Special Event Venue in New Jersey.

If you are planning any Atlantic City special events, then you need a spacious and attractive venue that meets your specific requirements. When you are hosting a wedding or anniversary party in New Jersey, you must have an expert event planner who has an understanding of creating a gorgeous environment. In addition to needing the right number of chairs and tables, you also want beautiful decorations. You might want to rent a small venue for only a few guests, or perhaps, you need a huge venue to hold hundreds of people who are listening to a lecture.

Photo credit: NJ Weddings.

You Can Also Hire an Expert Event Planner
When you have a busy lifestyle, there is no time left for planning an event such as an engagement party, but a high-quality venue will also have knowledgeable planners available. In addition to planning the major issues concerning a special occasion, event planners consider the tiniest details such as hiring a professional photographer, choosing floral arrangements and managing limousine transportation. The event planner remains on-site to make sure that the rented room is cleaned and decorated before the caterers arrive. To ensure an event is arranged properly, the planner at a rented venue will discuss all of your plans with you first.

An Event Planner Takes Care of All of the Details
One of the best things about Atlantic City is its proximity to the ocean, and it is possible to find a location for a special event that has an oceanfront view. If you want to have the wedding of your dreams, then choose a premier location where there are expert planners and fantastic caterers who understand how to keep the event on a schedule. You won’t need to get frazzled about decorating the wedding and reception location because the planner has employees ready to complete all of the important tasks such as arranging chairs and place settings.

Have a Smooth Special Event By Renting the Right Venue
A professional planner will also remain nearby during the event to make sure that everything is operating smoothly. After the wedding, corporate meeting or luncheon ends, the event planner continues his job by making sure that the trash is cleared away and the venue is cleaned. You and your guests are not responsible for anything when you rent the right type of venue in Atlantic City.

5 Ways to be the Coolest Bride and Groom Ever.

Although a wedding is primarily about the bride and groom, a truly great wedding celebration brings joy to a whole group of people. This includes the bridesmaids and groomsmen who work hard to make your big day great. Here are five tips to keeping your wedding party happy and properly thanking your friends for their help.

Photo credit: The Knot.

Keep It Affordable
No one wants to go bankrupt celebrating someone else’s wedding. Think about the needs and budgets of your bridesmaids and groomsmen when you make your plans. If you’re planning a destination wedding, consider paying their travel expenses. Choose dresses and tuxedos that can be rented or purchased cheaply. Finally, don’t expect expensive gifts from your wedding party, since they are already contributing their time and efforts.

Keep It Flattering
Don’t ask your bridesmaids and groomsmen to wear something ugly, embarrassing, or revealing. You may want an unusual wedding theme or style, but consider their taste and comfort. Although the focus will mostly be on the bride, no one wants to look foolish in public.

Respect Their Time
While the bride and groom may be thinking about nothing but their wedding plans, everyone else is busy leading their lives. If you schedule a series of events, including an engagement party, a bridal shower, and a rehearsal dinner, your wedding party may get tired of the whole occasion. Similarly, don’t obsessively call or email your bridesmaids and groomsmen. Sending them a Save the Date card from https://www.brideandgroomdirect.co.uk/shop/save-the-date should be enough. You may be filled with ideas or worries, but they are probably thinking about other things.

Be Grateful
Sometimes, a simple “thank you” is enough to show your gratitude. Better yet, buy a small gift of appreciation for each member of your wedding party. Most people would be happy with swarovski wedding gifts or other high end merchandise, available from stores like Cal Global USA. Make sure each member of the party is recognized, but be especially grateful to the individuals who help organize the event and bachelor or bachelorette parties.

Relax And Have Fun
The best weddings start with a positive attitude. Your happiness will be contagious, so share it with your wedding party. Try to relax and enjoy your big day without worrying about little details. The bridesmaids and groomsmen have the power to make a wedding great. Treat them right, and they will give you a wedding party that you deserve.

For the Love of Jewels.

Women love jewelry for many different reasons. Sometimes they want a necklace or a pair of earrings to accentuate an outfit. In some instances, they want to build an outfit around a particular piece of jewelry they love.

Jewelry comes in numerous styles and with dozens of possible objects to enhance their splendor. If you're looking for real semiprecious stones, there are many locations that sell a wide variety of jewelry made with topaz, turquoise and other striking settings. Each jeweler has a unique style, making for practically limitless possibilities.

Photo credit; WeddBook.

Semiprecious jewelry for all occasions is available at stores such as http://www.dabbyreid.com. Such stores offer several important categories to choose from, including necklaces, earrings and bracelets, and many sub-categories for assorted types of each thing. Everything from statement necklaces to multi-tiered necklaces to Y-shaped necklaces and more are available with many different stones. Crystal, abalone, cats eye, mother of pearl and quartz are only some of the stones featured among the varieties of necklaces, earrings and other jewelry types.

While some of the jewelry are specifically for more casual purposes, there are also many beautiful kinds for special, more formal occasions. If you're looking for something fabulous to dress up your wedding party, for instance, there are hundreds of gorgeous styles and colors appropriate for this life-changing event. From bridesmaid necklaces in pendant, tier and Melinda styles to drop earrings in a wide splash of memorable hues, there is something to match any wedding colors. They're also ideal for the bride as well as the bridesmaids. Perhaps the best part is that while these lovely fashions are formal enough for weddings, they are also perfectly reasonable as everyday wear, so they won't be worn only once.

It only takes a bit of searching to uncover many amazing treasures in the jewelry world. Whether you're an avid collector of striking pieces or just beginning to explore what's available, you won't be disappointed. Semiprecious stones are fascinating things that accentuate any piece of jewelry without breaking the bank. You may have one favorite stone or enjoy them all equally; each one is meaningful.

Fashion Pulse | Peacock Feathers.

Peacocks are some of the most colorful and beautiful animals in the world. Everyone has witnessed the marvelous show of feathers at the zoo or in a wild environment. Every feather has an "eye" designed to scare off predators, and in the modern world, women like to wear peacock feathers in their hats or on their clothes for decoration.

The peacock bird continues to be highly celebrated and decorative in all ancient and modern societies. The following is a guide that helps you make the best use of these beautiful peacock feathers.

Photo credit: Hairbowswonderworld.

Hats and Hair Accessories
People often buy bird and peacock feathers to place in hats. Girls and women love to place these feathers in their hair wreaths and bands, too. Placing these plumes in clips and barrettes is more difficult, but certainly possible. These feathers are the most visible and scenic items found on costumes, so it is always good for decoration.

Wedding Decorations
Peacock feathers are some of the most colorful and unique elements to any wedding, too. You may want to include a peacock flower in a bouquet of wedding flowers on the table, around a pillar or anyplace else where decorations are found. The beautiful green, gold and blue color stands out well among the flower petals. Also, place the feathers in the centerpieces for the reception tables for a unique look, or you can even attach them to wedding invitations, pens or bridal dresses.

Photo credit: French Novelty.

Dresses
For many fashion designers, peacock feathers are always good accessories to have. Many of the designers have attached the feathers to create colorful green and blue bustiers and tops for dresses. The dresses are so bright and decorative that they get stares as soon as they walk into a room. You can be sure, if you are wearing a dress with peacock feathers, it will be noticed.

Invest in Peacock Plumage
There are certain things in nature that are good for decorative purposes. Animal fur coats, leopard skin prints and peacock feathers are only a few items to consider for fashion reasons. These plumes are found on some of the most beautiful birds in the world, and the colors are bright and almost metallic as the feathers shimmer in the light.

For a big occasion like a wedding or party, you may want to buy bulk peacock feathers from a reliable source like Zucker Feather. Find dozens or hundreds of them for your use in hats, hair accessories, wedding decorations, and more. Your use of peacock feathers is only limited by your imagination.

Wordless Wednesday #57 | Wedding Fair.

The little man checking out the exhibits at last weekend's wedding fair.

Lee Byung Hun and Lee Min Jung Announce their Wedding.

Much has been said about the relationship between Lee Byung Hun and Lee Min Jung, and just recently they have announced their upcoming wedding. Lee Byung Hun’s agency, BH, made the announcement last Wednesday stating that the couple are to tie the knot in August, with the ceremony to be held at the Grand Hyatt Hotel in Seoul.

Lee Byung Hun and Lee Min Jung have been a couple since August 2012, and are set to get married exactly one year later.

Also posted on Korea.com.

Unconditional Love | My Ingat na Damang Dama Story.

Today, the husband and I are celebrating two milestones - our tenth anniversary as a couple, and our fifth anniversary as husband and wife. And if there's one person in the world who loves me unconditionally and takes care of me so preciously, it's got to be him.

He may not be the kind of guy who shows his affection by means of flowers and chocolates. Rather, he is the kind of man who would surprise you with your favorite sleeping pack or BB Cream, or go to great lengths just to satisfy his pregnant wife's craving for chicken cordon bleu, french fries with mayonnaise, and fried siomai in the middle of the night.

He is the kind of husband who would take good care of you when you are sick - bring you to the doctor for check-ups (in the worst case stay by your side at the hospital, 24/7), get you the medicine you need (say, Salbutamol for my asthma, or Biogesic for my headache), and make sure you take them on time.

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Have someone in your life who takes care of you or has taken care of you the same way? Then share your Ingat na Damang Dama story with Biogesic for a chance to win some amazing prizes!

Contest Mechanics.

There are four ways to send in your entries:

1) Via Twitter. 

Tweet your story and use hashtag #ingatnadamangdama

2) Via Facebook. 

Submit your story via the Facebook Fan Page App. 

3) Via video.

Upload a Video of your story using the Facebook Fanpage App.

4) Via email.

Send in your story via email to biogesicph@gmail.com.

Ten stories will be chosen and each entry will be given a cash prize of Php 5000. So what are you waiting for? Head over to Biogesic's social media pages and start sharing your Ingat na Damang Dama stories!

Need inspiration? Watch John Lloyd's video below!

To Have and to Hold | Top Wedding Photography Trends of 2013.

'Twas one of those days when I miss the husband immensely and as I flipped through our wedding album, it made me realize how different wedding pictures looked like five years ago. (Yes, we're celebrating our fifth anniversary this June.) Not surprising since wedding trends move really fast; and portraits missisauga are no exception.

With June fast approaching, I'm pretty sure the photography business will again be at its busiest. If you're one of those June brides (or grooms, for that matter), here are some wedding photography trends that you can expect:

Turning five. :)

Color - lots and lots of color
Bright, natural colors are one of the hottest wedding photography missisauga trends these days. Super saturated photos are ideal for pre-nuptial and engagement photos as they make colors pop, and add a whimsical feel to the images.

Vintage glam
Washed out photos reminiscent of the Casablanca era are all the rage right now. If nostalgia is right up your alley and suits your style, then vintage edits are the way to go.

Bokeh love
Bokeh is one of my personal favorites. In Nihonggo, the word means “blurred” or “hazy” and in terms of photography, it means part of the image is aesthetically blurred such that objects in focus stand out beautifully.

Now remember, whatever trend you follow or whatever style you choose, your wedding photos should focus primarily on you, your spouse, and the emotions of this momentous occasion. Take your time and  have fun with putting your own personal touch on  these trends to make your wedding photos truly unique.

The must-have 2013 wedding flowers.

When it comes to the wedding flower trends for 2013, it looks like there will be two distinct decisions to make – either go traditional and opt for the country garden style that has been so popular across the globe for a number of years, or be more daring by going for bright, bold rainbow colours, neon accessories, big blooms and supersized accessories. Whether your flower choices are safe, tried and tested ideas, or that little bit more adventurous, it’s easy to achieve a beautiful look.

Colour me beautiful 
For 2013, the big idea among all flower delivery and bridal design experts is that one main flower colour will be paired up with a single strong accent colour. Good examples touted by florists include a daring lemon and grey, stylish peach and emerald or bright coral and turquoise.

There’s more to it than colour though, with the use of stripes and spots bang on trend – to go with stylised fonts on other wedding bits and bobs such as stationery. Accessories matter too – pinwheels add a big burst of fun, not to mention a retro feel. You could say modern meets retro in 2013’s most fashionable weddings.

Think Downton Abbey
Downton abbey has, pretty much single-handedly taken fashion, interior design and, of course, weddings, back to the elegance and luxury of the 1920s. However, there’ll be no period drama if you choose to match old-style gold, beautiful pearls and oh so in-demand antique mirrors with velvet fabrics, brocade, beading and lots and lots of texture with rich colours. Big blooms create a sense of theatre, with dahlias, hydrangeas, ranunculus, tulips and anemones absolutely spot on.

Fresh and clean
This idea has been touted for a number of years now, without ever taking off, but 2013 is definitely the year when fresh, clean lines will come to the fore at contemporary wedding celebrations. Dark vases should be combined with pure white blooms such as anemones, hydrangeas and ranunculus.

Viva vintage
As mentioned earlier, vintage will be big once again this year. Blush pinks, pale peaches and washed- out foliage are in, as are blowsy roses, papery blooms and unusual foliage.

Get creative
Of course, with the world still in economic meltdown, many brides will be opting for a DIY approach. Good advice here is to opt for loosely-styled flowers as it’s an easier look for an amateur to achieve, with lots of smaller containers used. Herb plants in small galvanized containers are a fun table centre that can also be used as favors.

This blog was written for The Rebel Sweetheart by Austin Clark, freelance flower, travel and retail writer.

Fashion Pulse | Pierro's Formal Wear.

Whether it's for a black tie event, the prom, or even for your very own wedding, Pierro's Formal Wear has a huge selection of suits and tuxedos for you to choose from. Even if you're on a budget, you can still dress to impress as Pierro's gives you the option of renting from collection, instead of purchasing one outright.

A division of Dimitra Designs, Pierro's Formal Wear carries the most popular designer names in men’s tuxedos, in some of the trendiest and latest styles. From Calvin Klein to Ralph Lauren, and even Tony Bowl’s newest line of tuxedos, along with many other designer labels, Pierro's collection has it all.

Photo credit: Calvin Klein

If you're a groom who wants a coordinated look for his wedding entourage, you may want to check out the tuxedo rental Spartanburg SC packages that Pierros has to offer. They have a special prize package for group purchases, or group rentals even.

The staff at Pierro's will be more than willing to assist you and your entourage, attending to every detail of your clothing needs. From the measurements, to the fitting, to the proper styling and wardrobe coordination, Pierro's will be there to help you out as you choose your wardrobe and make sure that your unique fashion sense stands out on your special day.