Spring 2012 Highlights

Light as a feather Marchesa Gown

Marchesa Shift

Monique Lhuillier column gown

Blush Monique Lhuillier tulle gown

Rock and roll satin pant and fur by Oscar de la Renta

New Items at Celebrate Beautifully

Sorry for the long delay! I was concentrating on a few other things but here are some new items at my shop.

 Gardenia and gerbera daisy ring box

 Panettone arrangement

Hydrangea in a vanilla tea tin from Italy

Favourite Gowns Under $550

Whether you're on a tight budget or not, it's nice to know that there are affordable, budget-friendly dresses that are easily accessible! Here are some of my favourite picks.

White by Vera Wang Draped Net Dress $600
at David's Bridal

Ruffle Shift Dress $99
David's Bridal



Chiffon One-Shouldered Dress $349
Davids Bridal

 David Meister draped jersey dress $550, Aidan Mattox Strapless metallic print dress $550 (both available at Neiman Marcus.)

Birds of A Feather Bouquet & Bonus Boutonniere

This is probably my favourite bouquet to date. Featuring lilac roses, a purple hydrangea, blush dahlias, freesia and ranunculus with a golden bird perched a top. Included is a complimentary matching boutonniere with two gold feathers.

The bird is removable!

Closeup of the bouquet

Justina McCaffrey Personal Appearance Trunk Show

Hi Everyone,
Just an update- you can now find Justina McCaffrey at Becker's Bridal at 387 Danforth Avenue if you're in the Toronto area. There will be a trunk show and personal appearance by Justina herself next weekend.
Here are their other locations if you're not in the area.
The previous information posted was incorrect, sorry everyone! By the way, please be aware of fraudulent email blasts that look similar to the real thing.
- Melissa

Bridal Gown Fitting Advice from Vera Wang

Here are some great tips from Vera Wang's latest newsletter on dress fittings:

• Most retailers will be responsible for providing the proper fit.
• Make sure you understand the salon’s alteration policy.
• Your first fitting will give you a good idea of how many additional fittings you’ll need.
• Don’t be surprised if the gown does not fit precisely
at the first fitting. You were likely measured six
months before when you ordered the gown and even
slight changes to your physique affect the fit.
• Wear your wedding day shoes at every fitting. This will create a consistent height.
• Always wear the same foundation and underpinnings. The foundation will impact the fit of the gown.
• Maintain a consistent weight. Even small fluctuations may require alterations to a bodice.
• Enjoy the process and trust the alteration team.

Dress: "Eloise" By Vera Wang It's been a while since a dress had made my heart stop! Vera designed this dress with lily of the valley (a symbol of happiness) embroidered in the bust line and did a beautiful job draping gorgeous blush cream silk taffeta.

Little White Dresses by Amsale

We've all heard of the necessity of a little black dress in your wardrobe, but these pieces in the Little White Dress collection by Amsale are adorable. They're fresh and modern, and can really be worn for any occasion.

Something Blue

Dress: A bolder statement of "Something Blue": a blue bodice confection by Oscar de la Renta (Fall 2011 collection)
Cocktails: Blue colored cocktails with sprigs of mint and parasols from Martha Stewart
Bouquet: A bundle of brightly hued ranunculus is wrapped with a blue satin ribbon by Bloomin Buckets. Bridal Handkerchief: The bride holds another traditional "something blue" item given to her by Darcy Miller- a custom embroidered handkerchief. You can purchase white bridal handkerchiefs to embroider at the Linenbranch.

Color Themes- Blue & Yellow

Though one might think of blue and yellow as a colour combination from the 60's, it can be classic and elegant with the right mix of white.
Invitations: As featured on Martha Stewart by Jeff Canham
Bridesmaid Dress: Silk bow front shift dress by Monique Lhuillier
Bouquet: Martha Stewart

Literary Weddings

Here's one of my favourite weddings (a Pride and Prejudice themed wedding) by Amorology Weddings that inspired this post on literature inspired weddings.

This spread definitely looks like it belongs at Pemberley!

(From Martha Stewart: the groom is a writer, so they used vintage typewriter keys as place cards)

Literature themed wedding featured on Style Me Pretty

Blooms coming out of an antique typewriter at a wedding created by Sixpence For Your Shoe

Amazing Weddings by Amorology

I absolutely love these photos of weddings planned by San Diego based designers Amorology. They're fun, fresh, sophisticated and witty.

All photos from Style Me Pretty and Amorology Weddings.

More Custom Designs

I know it's been a while since i've posted, but i've been busy making custom designs for the holidays. Hope you enjoy!

I filled this china tea cup with Italian roses and ranunculus. I love it!

This very large arrangement will be available for purchase in my etsy store soon! Great for any season, it features green hydrangeas, artichokes and cream roses.

A bronze butterfly rests on purple orchids and hydrangeas



I love the elegance of the pearl drop with these hot pink orchids and roses.



This arrangement was made for my aunt Stella, whose favourite colour is red. Features cabbage roses, red peonies and red roses.