Owls And Peacocks: On Sale At Amerian Bridal

There are lots of new arrivals over at American Bridal, and we're big fans of all the new owl and peacock goodies. As purveyors of Pinterest, we constantly see people pinning both of these motifs onto their boards. Owls are great for rustic and woodland themed weddings and peacocks are a symbol of change.

This week take 10% off (no minimum!) using code 10OFF. Take 20% off orders over $125 with code 20OFF125. Big spender? get free shipping on orders over $250. No code required.

Our favorites are below.

Owl Design Bottle Stopper	Peacock Feather Candle Holder	Owl Keychain

Peacock Keychain	Owl Place Card Holder	Peacock Bottle Stopper

Tuesday Shoesday: New Styles From David Tutera

David Tutera is practically synonymous with weddings. He made his name by creating over the top weddings and spawned an empire of wedding books, advice and now, shoes.

Over at Shoes.com, Tutera has lots of new styles, everything from the simple to the ornate. Take 15% off and get free shipping with code SHOES15. Good through October 15th. The code is good site-wide.

Rumor	Specialty

Lovely	Winter

Worthy	Fantasy

Weekend Bling: Vera Wang's Boutique Diamond Collection

It's the weekend so a little bling is in order. Today we have a biggie: Vera Wang released a collection of couture engagement and diamond rings. We're talking bigger rocks for bigger dresses.

This new collection is an extension of the Vera Wang LOVE collection, which launched in October 2011. The initial Vera Wang LOVE collection, available at Zales, features engagement rings, gentlemen's bands, earrings and pendants that retail for under $7,000. Due to the success of the collection at Zales, Wang wanted to introduce a new bridal jewelry collection to complement her couture bridal line.

These styles feature two to three carat round, emerald and princess cut diamonds. Each ring has Vera Wang's signature sapphire stone and may be customized in white, rose and yellow gold settings. Engagement rings are priced between $24,999.99 and $47,999.99 and the gentleman's band is priced at $3,499.99.

Weekend Wedding Links

1. How to wow at a wedding without taking away from the bride (Guest of a Guest)

2. Five wedding planning lessons from 'Breaking Bad' (Yahoo!)

3. Would you go half on an engagement ring? (Essence)

4. 10 mistakes brides make when buying a dress. (Bridal Guide)

5. Is it ever OK to live apart from your new husband after your wedding? (Brides)

Vendor of The Week: Adornia Fine Jewelry

Certain parts of your wedding are meant to make a big statement, like your dress or your venue. Your jewelry should complement your look, not overpower it. Finding the right pieces can be a hunt unto itself. Wedding jewelry should be a keepsake for years to come, not a disposable bauble that will fall apart the minute you reach your honeymoon.

And sometimes it's a boutique designer that has exactly what you're looking for.

Adornia has piles of modern items to help you build a jewelry wardrobe. Check out the video below and some of their pieces that are perfect for your big day.



This month they are featuring their Pixie Stud, which is about as bridal perfect as it gets. Blue and blingy? Yes, please!


These are some of our favorites for weddings.

Ophelia Necklace	Linda Earrings	Casey Necklace

Adele Necklace	McKenna Neckalce

Belinda Studs	Arabella Necklace	Quincy Studs

Put It Together: Red Holiday Bridesmaid

Holiday weddings invite a sense of grandeur that is hard to replicate other times of the year. Color, metallics and all over bling are encouraged, if not required, to make your big day the most festive out of the whole year.

We put together a simple but bold look for holiday bridesmaids. A red dress -- with cap lace sleeves! -- adds a subtle detail, underscored with gold accessories.

1. XSCAPE Metallic Floral Lace Gown

2. Alexis Bittar Double Ringed Labradorite Bracelet

3. Ivanka Trump Nanci Sandal

4. KALAN Pavé Sapphire Drop Earrings

Tuesday Shoesday: Wedding Flats

Heels are great for looking proper and wifely during the ceremony, but when it's time to get down at the reception, a bride needs a good pair of flats. Flats are also great for your getaway and to loaf around in on your honeymoon.

We found great pairs in everything from white to metallic. Because if you're going to kick up your heels, give your guests something to look at.

Jimmy Choo Finlay Flat	Benjamin Adams London Benjamin Adams Flat	kate spade new york catcher flat

Salvatore Ferragamo Varina Flat	Nina Pepper Flat	Betsey Johnson Dance Flat

VC Signature Catlyn Flat	Menbur Bridal Flat	Nina Originals 'Jive' Flat