Southern Weddings Magazine recently hosted a gorgeous Launch Party celebrating their latest issue at the charming Carolina Inn in Chapel Hill, NC. Natalie Clamp of Chic Sweets effortlessly created a stylish dessert table that was as stunning as it was sweet.
Since your newly adorned left hand will feature prominently in many photos leading up to (and following) your wedding, a beautiful, long-lasting polish is a smart choice. Essie's Bridal Collection offers a vast assortment of beautiful colors.
There will be numerous opportunities for toasting and celebrating the newly engaged couple, whether an engagement party, rehearsal dinner or wedding reception. Below are a few quick tips from the knot to keep in mind when preparing a toast...
1. Keep it simple. Try to engage your audience without rambling and avoid words you wouldn't typically use. A beautiful toast can be as short as a few sentences or as long as two minutes. Be genuine.
The Gemological Institute of America recommends regularly cleaning your diamond. A simple plan to keep your diamond always brilliant is to soak the diamond in an ammonia-based household cleaner (they recommend a window cleaner) overnight, once or twice per week.
Beautiful linens incorporating your new initials are especially elegant when selecting a stylish script. Likewise, a clean, modern font with a single initial also makes a sophisticated statement in Crisp White, Ivory or Ecru.
One of Jane's favorite sources of floral inspiration is New York's Union Square Green Market.
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SIZE
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BUST
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WAIST
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HIP
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2
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33 1/2
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26
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36
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4
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34 1/2
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27
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37
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6
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35 1/2
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28
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38
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8
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36 1/2
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29
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39
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10
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37 1/2
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30
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40
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12
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39
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31 1/2
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41 1/2
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