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Check out the first Jean M Designer Search entries and VOTE!

Jean M has just posted some Designer Search Contest entries to see what YOU think! Visit the Jean M Blog and vote - * I love it! * I like it. * I'd leave it.

I'd love to hear what you think!
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Got to Have it: Ugg Boots

Everyone who's anyone knows how UGG's sheepskin boots have been a hot item since they were first spotted on celebs a few years ago.

If you're jones-ing for a pair yourself, but over the sheepskin, you'll flip over these UGG women's classic cardy boots which are made of colorful knitting. What do we love most about these boots? Besides the comfy look and feel, we can't get over the super cool buttons!

The three over sized, wood buttons can make the boots styled up and buttoned, slouched and slightly unbuttoned, or completely cuffed. The best part of these boots? They come in grey, stout and oatmeal, and for only $144 Canadian, it's hard to resist more than one pair!

To purchase UGG boots, visit www.uggcanada.ca.

Photo de Mariage Paris France

We have just put together a little selection of our latest wedding photos, mainly taken in France and the U.S. So just before we close the office for some well deserved vacations
( au soleil, I hope ), I wanted to share a few of my favorites sentimental moments with everyone.
Photo de Mariage Paris, France




Photographe Mariage Paris France

Petites: The Luck Sisters Want You!

Sister-Synergy the Luck Sisters are are inviting petites to to enter their exclusive contest for a free makeover!

Naturally Petite, a store geared to fashion for women 5'4" and under (size 0 to 18), understands how hard it is to find clothes that fit. That's why the Luck Sisters, who range from 5'0" to 5'3" in height are giving away a free makeover to someone special.

To enter, just submit an inspirational story in 250 words or less about you or someone special that deserves a day of pampering at Naturally Petite. The winner will receive:

• a personal style and colour consultation including make-up
• one savvy outfit selected by Naturally Petite
• hair cute and colour by Francesco of Studio Fontana
• professional photo shoot by the Banana studio
• a full course dinner for 2 at Scallywags Restaurant with the Luck Sisters in a private room and server.

Contest button and information at http://www.naturallypetite.ca/.

Tips and ideas for a Vineyard Wedding

Jean M has some fabulous tips and ideas for a beautiful, and unique, vineyard wedding. Visit the Jean M Blog now to check it out!

Enjoy!

Fitness Fix From Diet.com

We have a confession to make. We're addicted to Fitness Videos on YouTube. We're also addicted to Britney Spears' abs pre-KFed meltdown. Want her abs of steel? Watch Diet.com's tips to get Abs A La Britney!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yev3RErAaV4

Wedding Dress Decision

Finding the perfect wedding dress is one of the most difficult decisions the bride to be must make. You may fall head over heels for a dress in one of the many bridal magazines. But, please take into consideration every woman’s body is different and the possibility of the dress looking exactly as it does on you is very slim.


Get Experienced Advice
My number one piece of advice is to make an appointment with a bridal boutique near you to get help from women who tend to hundreds of other brides to be. They will choose dresses that accent your unique curves.

Styles Abound
Most bridal boutiques carry a large variety of styles and brands to allow for different budgets and types of weddings. Most of the dresses that are advertised tend to be very pricey so you can usually find a similar dress that isn’t a brand name, but half the cost or less.
As for choosing the right type of dress I do have a bit of insight from my experience dress shopping. While every woman is different, these tips are pretty much universal.

Consider Lace-ups
Something that I discovered as I was trying on countless dresses was that lace-up back dresses are AMAZING! They not only hold you in which eliminates the need for a bra, but also take at least two dress sizes off of your figure. Quite the confidence boost!

Upfront and Personal
For large busts or small busts most dresses are a pain. The cups are either too big or too small. If it is too small you can try gel cups but that doesn’t always help. Your best bet is to try a lace up back because they shape to your figure for the most part and can help hold you in with large or small breasts.

Disguise Chicken Arms
If you have sagging arms that you would like to hide without getting a complete long-sleeved dress they have a solution. There are little half sleeve covers to hide your upper back and arms. You can also wear long gloves if you strictly want to cover your arms.

Its All About Illusion
Dresses with an A style flare are wonderful for those with a pear shape. The top of the dress can accent your tiny waist and the bottom can hide a large rear and legs. Some of us aren’t blessed with super model legs and these dresses area great fix.

Veils Add Mystery
When it comes to veils you can spend a fortune for double layer or triple but single layered veils work just the same. The only downfall is you don’t have a layer to wear over your face. However, most women don’t do that because it gets in the way of photographing their face.

Tweak For the Perfect Fit
All in all the wedding dress is quite a project to find and get altered. Your best bet in staying within your budget is choosing a dress that needs the least amount of alterations. I feel strongly about lace up backs because they tend to require less work and fit more figures which save you money.

Keep Trying
Make sure you try at least three on before making a decision and make an appointment with a professional. This will take the stress off of you and make the process go much more smoothly.

We Love Cake!

We're all chocolate lovers here at Fabulous Finds. So much so that we have been scouting the net all evening looking for the yummiest cakes to order for an upcoming friends birthday. There are so many talented local cake artists, it is so hard to choose however, this special Toronto Maple Leafs themed cake really caught our eye. It's almost too amazing to eat!

Designed by Kristin Peres at Cake or Death, this cake (like all of the ones showcased on her website) are hand-sculpted works of edible art that can be customized to suit each clients different tastes and styles. If you're looking for a traditional slab or ready-made, mass-produced cake this bakery isn't for you!

Visit Cake or Death today to place your order!

Modern Bride Styles

Weddings are all about personal style. Reflecting the overall trend of breaking away from tradition and steadfast rules, modern brides are choosing wedding gowns that reflect their personality rather than that of their grandmother's.

The only rule for wedding dress style these days is to choose one that suits you, whether that means a gold gown, trouser suit or sundress.

And even if you are more traditional and inclined towards the fairy princess in a white satin ballgown, you need not worry about being perceived as old fashioned or "not with the times." The modern "rule" for wedding dress style is to choose something that makes you feel comfortable and beautiful on your most special day.

The 21st Century Bride -

That said, although certain traditional dress styles are always popular, bridal fashion does follow mainstream fashion to some extent. So if you are looking for something a little more contemporary or "now," consider turning to the catwalks for inspiration.

The currently popular 20s–and floral–style dresses can be easily incorporated into a wedding dress. Accessories, such as belts and chandelier earrings, can also transfer from the catwalks to comprise your wedding look. Try to avoid fashion that will date quickly, however, as you will want to display your wedding photographs for a long time. As a general rule, keep your wedding ensemble fashionably forward, not overly trendy.

Today's Hot Wedding Dress Trends:

Add Some Color -
Using a wedding dress to bring out a colorful personality, modern brides are not afraid to add a splash of color to the traditional white gown. Whether that means adding a colored ribbon or piece of jewelry or foregoing the white wedding dress all together, today's brides find inventive ways to incorporate color into their wedding attire. Particularly popular shades are blue, pink, cappuccino and champagne. Believe it or not, black accents recently dazzled the runways.

Lace Up -
Lace has made a recent comeback, exuding a look of vintage romance that is feminine, yet not overdone. Many brides are enchanted by lace, envisioning a majestic day in a lush green garden.

Magnificent Embroidery -
For an ultra elegant, opulent feel, glamour girls savor wedding gowns adorned with intricate hand-embroidered details. This look warrants grand chandeliers, candlelight and an isle of red roses.

Ultra-Feminine -
As seen on the runway, feminine details are making a big impact. Ribbons, ruffles, flowers, bows and even dainty sleeves are finding their way back onto wedding dresses and taking femininity to a new level. Brides who envision themselves floating along the cobblestones of a historic mansion will love this look

Wedding at Saint Mary Cathedral and Four Seasons Austin

Laura & Mark
May 2, 2009

Saint Mary Cathedral & Four Seasons Austin
Petal Pushers
Sherry Hammonds Photography
First In Last Out Lighting

Petal Toss Exit - Nothing is more classic that a rose petal toss at the end of the night for the couple's exit. We "double dipped" with this idea. It acts as a pretty sign in table decor as well as a great spot for guests to come grab some petals for the bride and groom's exit.

I loved that we used lots of candlelight for the reception. It looked amazing! It also helped that we used pin-spot lighting on the tables to really showcase them. I always encourage lighting for every event. We also mixed up table sizes and used 36" rounds to 60" rounds to break up the room and give it some variety. Love this idea!

Shabby Chic for Your Home

One of our staffers is in love with Shabby Chic finds. If she had a guest cottage, she'd buy this sign . . .

. . . would find a way to use this pillow . . .

. . . would hang this photo on the wall . . .

. . . and would add this fireplace for a cozy feel to the room!

Interested in any of the above items? Simply click on each picture to learn more about the product and how to make a purchase!

Rent a Wedding Dress

There is no doubt that your wedding dress will be one of the most expensive items in your wedding. In fact, you can save a fortune if you are going to rent the wedding gown. Renting a gown is also considered environmental friendly.

However, renting a wedding gown is not the same as buying a new one because you have to return it after your wedding. In order to prevent unnecessary arguments with the or the wedding dress shop, you should bear the following points in mind.


Place your order as early as possible

Since it will certainly take some time for the alterations of the gown in order to make it fit your body, you should place your order to rent it at least half year before your big day. You may need to place the order even earlier if you are going to do that in the peak seasons.

Check the gown carefully when you pick it

You have to check the wedding dress with the greatest care when you pick it. You need to check if there are dirt and damages on the gown. You will then drop down everything about the dirt and damages on the contract before signing it.

This is very important if money saving is the main reason for you to rent the gown. You will certainly rent an older gown with a lower price. However, there will usually be more dirt and damages on such a gown (since it is an older one). If you do not check all the problems of it carefully and drop notes about that, it can be sure that you will just be arguing with the people from the bridal shop when you return the gown.

Pick the wedding dress yourself

You should not ask others to pick the gown for you. This is because they cannot try the wedding dress for you when they pick it. You should spend the time to pick it yourself. If you find that the gown does not fit when you are trying it, you can ask for alterations right the way. You may not have enough time to bring the gown to the shop again for alternations if you are having others to pick it for you.

Pick the gown a few days before your wedding

You should pick your wedding dress at least a few days before your wedding. If you really find that the wedding dress does not fit, you can still allow the shop a few days to alter the dress for you. Of course you should not pick it too early either since you may become fatter or slimmer (it should be slimmer, I bet) after you pick the gown.

Ask about the penalties if the gown is damaged

You will also need to ask about the penalties if you damage the gown. The penalties will certainly be different for different shops. Dropping down all the penalties may be involved if the gown is damaged will be a crucial step. Otherwise it will just render unnecessary arguments.

Some Bling for Your Pooch

CristinaAshleyDesign creates jewelry that is suitable for every day. Dubbed "mommy jewelry" all of her items can be personalized with names, dates or phrases. The best part about this designer? She even creates super cute doggy tags! At only $16.00 USD each, these tags should be on your must have list!



About CristinaAshleyDesign
All Cristina Ashley Designs products are original designs, hand-stamped, oxidized, hammered, polished and assembled by her exclusively. She uses .925% sterling silver and copper materials for all my jewelry and pet tags, with an occasional piece of gold here and there for a pretty finishing touch. Please allow 2-3 weeks for the creation and shipment of your purchase and remember, all sales are final. Each item is custom-made, no two pieces are alike.

Chateau de Champlatreux

Portrait of a bride and her beautiful wedding dress photographed at one of the bedroom of the Chateau de Champlatreux not far from Paris. The photo has been manipulated to enhance its rich color and grain was added to look like a 400 asa Agfa Color Film that doesn't exist anymore I am afraid !














Destination wedding photographer

How Smart is Your Dog?

OK so this is not really a typical Fabulous Finds post however we saw this article on Yahoo.ca and just had to share it with all of you dog lovers out there!

Have you ever wondered how smart your pooch really is? Ever wonder what he's thinking as he's chewing up your favourite pair of shoes, drinks out of the toilet or barks at the kitchen counter (hey there are treats up there that he wants!).

Every dog has their quirks and with this article from Yahoo Canada, you can asses just how intelligent your pet is!