New York Holiday Gift Guide 2011

Are you still looking for that perfect gift to give for the Holiday season? Today, we are sharing with you some of Lela's top picks of goodies to give this year! Shop Lela's gift guide below and find something to give to friends, family or even yourself! ;)

Details:
1. Crate & Barrel
2. Apple
3. Sephora
4. Jimmy Choos
5. Tocca
6. Victoria Secret
7. Sephora
8. Lela New York
9. Delicate Raymond
10. Patch
11. Jack Wills
12. Bergdorf Goodman
13. Jimmy Choo
14. Bergdorf Goodman 
15. The Macbeth Collection
16. Elizabeth W
17. Echo Design 

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Plum & Purple Wedding Color Inspiration | Shopping Guide | Featuring a Lela New York Luxury Wedding Invitation

There is so much that goes into planning a wedding so today we are sharing a shopping guide featuring wedding details and decor to go along with our plum and purple wedding color inspiration. Below we have included wedding cakes, bridesmaid dresses, eye candy and a luxury wedding invitation designed by Lela New York! I love the Badgley Mischka dress, and of course the purple amethyst and gold drop earrings! What do you think about these purpley hues?

Details:
1. The Resort at Pelican Hill via Wedding Chicks
2. Yves St. Laurent
3. Wildflower Linens
4. Lela New York Luxury Wedding Invitations
5. Ross-Simons
6. Badgley Mischka
7. Cynthia Martyn
8. Amsale
9. Svpply
10. Coach
11. Martha Stewart Weddings
12. Essie

Enjoy!

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 All Things Glitter & Glitz | Wedding Inspiration

This week we are sharing all things glitter and glitz wedding inspiration including dresses, shoes, cakes, invitations...

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 All Things Glitter & Glitz | Shopping Guide

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All Things Glitter & Glitz | Wedding Cakes

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All Things Glitter & Glitz | Shopping Guide

In continuation of glitter wedding inspiration, we are bringing you a shopping guide to help recreate the look! Shop Lela's Style and find inspiration for bridesmaid dresses, wedding jewelry, wedding accessories and even luxury wedding invitations by Lela New York! I love the crystal bangles, and the glittery bonbons are such a cute wedding favor! What do you think? Are you loving this sparkly wedding trend?

Details:
1. Emici Bridal
2. Rachel Gilbert
3. Tejani
4. Confetti
5. Exclusively Weddings
6. BHLDN
7. Exclusively Weddings
8. St. Erasmus
9. Nilah
10. Nuage Designs
11. Bedazzle My Bonbons
12. Lela New York
13. Sephora
14. Bobbi Brown 
15. Bedazzle My Bonbons
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How to be a Stress-Free Bride | Plus Your Free Printable Wedding Day Timeline

Wedding day jitters can easily start well before the actual day.  We have put together five easy steps to help calm your nerves and help you prepare for the day you say "I do"! Being prepared days before your big day will help you stay relaxed and allow you to enjoy each moment of your wedding.

And lastly have a timeline. Keeping to a timeline will help you keep in schedule but also helps with your nerves. Below find a sample of your wedding Timeline. Download your free printable version here. Feel free to change the times to suite your wedding day. And lastly, have FUN!

Details:
Silk Robe via Julianna Rae
Aromatherapy Candles via 100 Candles
Eye Masks via Victoria's Secret
Beauty Care via Pangea Organics
Photos via:
 Wedding Blog
Catherine Leonard
Christopher Duggan
Brian Crain

Enjoy!

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Your Fall Fashion Wardrobe Inspiration | Rust & Yellow Hues
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Unique Engagement Rings | Colored Stone Rings
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Thursday Trends | Platinum Wedding Inspiration | Wedding Trends
I'm loving the new wedding trend "Platinum" Love all metallics, but this one is so sophisticated and very city chic...


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Thursday Trends | Platinum Wedding Inspiration | Wedding Trends

I'm loving the new wedding trend "Platinum" Love all metallics but this one is so sophisticated and very city chic.
Check out the pump! How great would a flash of platinum look peeping under your wedding dress?! And don't forget the jewelry, the peony necklace is to die for!
Have your bridesmaids pull of the trend with platinum dresses and finish the look with the perfect polish by Chanel. All together you'll have a very modern look all your own.

Details:
Mod Cloth Platinum dress, $58
J Crew wedding dress, $90
Temperley London wedding gown, $4,945
Brian Atwood platinum heels, $650
Badgley Mischka stiletto high heels, $215
PEONY silk cord necklace, $225
Louis Vuitton diamond wedding ring, $2,820
Wedding brooch, $95
Cathy Waterman platinum ring, $6,960
Amouage Reflection Woman (Edp, 50ml), £95
CHANEL LE VERNIS NAIL COLOUR | Nordstrom, $25


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Unique Engagement Rings | Colored Stone Rings

Whether an engagement is in your near future or not, you HAVE to check out these absolutely gorgeous unique engagement rings!! I love the Paolo Costagli green and gold tourmaline ring... and the Ross-Simons with canary diamonds is breath-taking! Check out number 5, doesn't it have such a unique setting? What do you think? Which one is your favorite?

Details:
1. Paolo Costagli
2. Michael Beaudry
3. Ross-Simons
4. Ross-Simons
5. A. Jaffe
6. Tiffany & Co.
7. Harry Winston
8. Rita Fusaro
9. Jack Kelege
Enjoy!

Thursday Trends | Black & White Wedding Trend | Kim Kardashian Wedding

Kim Kardashian, and her NBA hubby Kris Humphries recently tied the knot in Montecito, California. The two had a white and black wedding theme, that was incorporated in all the wedding details and decor. With the bridesmaids dressed in all white, seen before by Pippa Middleton, Kim's glamorous and chic fairytale wedding is quickly being compared to that of the Royal Wedding. I love her "princess" Vera Wang wedding dress and the elegant black and white cake. What do you think? Is black and white a color trend for you? How do you feel about bridesmaids wearing all white? I'm not sure if it takes too much away from the bride. Do you feel now a days there are a lot of situations that are taking away the attention from the bride and groom? For example, the white dress attire being worn by guests and now bridesmaids, other family members requesting their own solo dances with the bride and groom, and even having others help with the cutting of the cake?! What do you guys think, is it a free for all now? Is there nothing left that is sacred and special just for the bride and groom???

Photos via (clockwise):Reality Tea, Zimbio, Celebuzz, Reality Tea

Details:
Tadashi Shoji strapless wedding gown, $798

D G black evening dress, $1,617
High heels, $315
Franchi straw clutch, $118
Mixit silver bangle bracelet, $8.99
Engagement ring, $1,195
My Wedding Concierge
The Cinderella Project: The Bold and the Beautiful
Enjoy!

All About Monograms | Wedding Reception Inspiration

So today we are finishing up our monogram week with lovely wedding reception inspiration!
Check out the silverware, how cute is that?! And the chair covers are just too cute.

Details:
1. Floor Lighting via Visions Lighting & Sound
2. Floral Centerpiece via The Knot
3. Monogrammed Favors via Martha Stewart Weddings 
4. Candy Favors via Martha Stewart Weddings
5. Chair Covers via Say it With Stitches
6. Flower Monograms via Manolo Brides
7. Wine Bottle Candle via World Couture via Etsy
8. Monogrammed Silverware via White House Grey Barn via Etsy
Enjoy!

All About Monograms | Wedding Ceremony Inspiration

There are so many options for your ceremony to use your monogram. And for some of you it will be the first time you can use his last name and incorporate it in your three letter monogram. Here are just a few ideas...

Details:
1. Bouquet wrap via Exclusively Weddings
2. Garter Set via JFY Bride via Etsy
3. Hankerchief via Bumblebee Linens
4. Cufflinks via K Murphy Designs via Etsy
5. Unity Candle via Exclusively Weddings
6. Ring Bearer Pillow via JFY Bride via Etsy
7. Aisle Runner via The Original Runner Co.
8. Monogrammed Parasols via I Do Originals
xo

Destination Beach Wedding Inspiration: Maui | Wedding Welcome Gifts

With a destination wedding, it is a nice to have a welcome gift waiting for your guests when they arrive. We have pulled together many different welcome gift ideas including, various homemade or bought treats.  Making the welcome gifts unique to the wedding destination is a nice touch. Include magazines or travel guides for your guests so they can a learn a little about the area. Also, particularly for a destination beach wedding, you could add spa products to further enhance the whole destination beach wedding experience! Put all the favors in a personalized tote or a cute straw basket and your guests will love it!

Details:
1. Personalized Tote Bag by Pamela Fugate Designs via Etsy
2. French Macarons via Panna Dolce
3. Candies via Williams Sonoma
4. Wedding Sampler Nougats by Kettle Confections via Etsy
5. Jones Cream Soda via Jones Soda Co.
6. Coconut Truffles via Dean & DeLuca
7. Candles via Island Candle Company
8. Coffee via Maui Coffee Co.
9. Macadamia Nuts via Mauna Loa
10. Magazines via Maui Magazine
11. Fresh Leis via Paradise Flower  Farms, Inc. 
12. Woven Baskets via Ikea
13. Ocean Breeze Soap via My Wedding Favors
14. Spa Treatments via Fresh
xo

Destination Beach Wedding Inspiration: Maui | Shopping Guide

Using pale pinks, greens and ivory you can shop Lela's Look to help you recreate the look of a Maui destination beach wedding. I love this color palette, it is so light, airy and is perfect for any beach wedding! Check out the save-the-date surfboards that you can order and personalize via Lela New York.

Details:
1. Bridesmaid Dresses via Ann Taylor
2. Candle Centerpiece via Martha Stewart Weddings
3. Pink Bouquet via Martin Roberts Design
4. Cuff and Clutch via Clara Kasavina
5. Silk Flower Hair Accessory via Untamed Petals
6. Alter Arrangement via Tantawanbloom
7. Sunglasses via Dior
8. Pink Ring via Neil Lane
9. Save the Date Surfboard via Lela New York
10. Perfume via Chanel
11. Starfish Cufflinks by Jan Leslie via Grace Ormonde
xo

Destination Wedding Inspiration: Las Vegas | Shopping Guide

In continuation of destination wedding inspiration, featuring Las Vegas, we wanted to share with you a shopping guide including bridesmaid dresses, table setting ideas, fun wedding favors, gorgeous jewelry, makeup and more! Using red, gold and black color inspiration paired with a masquerade theme, shop Lela's Look to help recreate your own glamorous Las Vegas destination wedding! Check out the Medea vodka bottles, you can personalize them by creating your own custom message!  Such a neat idea for wedding favors or just as decoration.

Details:

1. Masquerade Luxury Wedding Invitations via Lela New York

2. Bridesmaid Dresses via Amsale

3. Linen Swatches via Resource One Inc.

4. Table Setting via Tantawan Bloom

5. Gold Ring via Swarovski

6. Gold Bracelets via Jack Kelege

7. Red Lipstick via Yves St. Laurent
8. Wedding Glassware via Something Different Party Rental

9. Crystal Flask Favor via The Knot
10. Scrolling Marquee Vodka Bottle via Medea Spirits

11. Masquerade Masks via Success Creations
12. Wedding Favors via Beau Coup

13. Wedding Bouquet via Lucy Wu Floral Design

14. Wedding Seating via Nuage Designs

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Gold and Ivory Wedding Color Inspiration | Unique Cake Toppers!

We are sharing with you one last detail dealing with gold and ivory wedding color inspiration...unique wedding cake toppers! I love all of these beautiful, gold and glittery toppers, especially the monogram with the added bling and the lovebirds, so cute! Which one is your favorite?

Details:

All photography via Etsy via:

1. Hey Babe Studio

2. Sweet Perfection Cakes 

3. Wedding Central 

4. Sweet Deja vu 

5. Bunny With A Tool Belt

6. The Cake Stand Boutique

7. 2 Sweet For Me Dear

8. Byapryl

9. Copper Garden Studio

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Gold and Ivory Wedding Inspiration Shopping Guide

Shop Lela's look and recreate the gold and ivory wedding color inspiration for your own special day!

Details:

1. Bouquets via Bows and Arrows

2. Gold Shimmer Eyeshadow via Sephora

3. Gold Truffle Box Wedding Favor via Just Weddings

4. Bridal Dresses via BCBG

5. Table Setting via The Knot

6. Candleholders via Frontgate

7. Gold Embellished Headband via Twigs and Honey

8. Gold and Pearl Earrings via Kate Spade

9. Gold Clutch via Judith Leiber

10. Gold Bracelets via Ross-Simons

11. Gold Wedding Ring via Sundance

12. Gold Bouquet via Blossom and Branch

13. Guestbook Table via Martha Stewart Weddings

Enjoy!

Pink and Black Wedding Inspiration | Inspired by Lela New York Wedding Invitations | Plus Shopping Guide!

This week we will be sharing with you different color palettes to help inspire you while planning your wedding! Today we will share with you pink and black. This color inspiration has sparked from one of our very own invitations! This particular color theme is very light, airy and classic. Paired with a bolder pink makes for a fun and exciting accent color. Also, check out the shopping guide to help recreate this color theme for your own wedding!

Photography via (clockwise): Martha Stewart Weddings, Lela New York, The Knot

Details:
1. Vera Wang Wedding Dress via Ms Catalysta
2. Candy Boxes via Martha Stewart Weddings
3. Vera Wang Wedding Dress via Lauren Gabrielle Photography
4. Fans & Parasols via Luna Bazaar
5. Bridesmaid Dresses via The Dessy Group
6. Shimmery Black Clutch via Nordstrom
7. Table Setting via Martha Stewart Weddings
8. Lanterns via Luna Bazaar
9. Sheer Cheek Tint via Bobbi Brown
10. Soda Straws via BHLDN
11. OPI Nail Polish via OPI
12. Cake via A Simple Cake
13. Bracelets via Tiffany & Co.
14. Black Onyx Diamond Studs via David Yurman
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Tuesday Shoe Day | What Color Wedding Shoe Are You?

Photographer: Jose Villa via Style Me Pretty

Hello All!
In contiunation of the rainbow trend from last week, we are bringing you more color, glitz and glamour with another shopping guide! Brides are expressing their individuality and personality by pairing a colored shoe with the traditional, classic white wedding gown.  So the question is ladies, what color shoe are you?

Details:
1. Jimmy Choo
2. Stuart Weitzman
3. Christian Louboutin
4. Giuseppe Zanotti
5. Kate Spade
6. BHLDN
7. Yves Saint Laurent
8. Valentino
9. Gucci

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Real Wedding Rainbow Inspiration Plus Shopping Guide!

We are bringing you a fun, bright and inspirational wedding trend to complement New York's newest law, allowing same-sex marriage.  This idea of a rainbow theme will add a splash of color and personality to anyone's wedding!

Source: via Brooklyn Bride

Details:
1. BHLDN
2. Thread
3. J. Crew
4. Ann Taylor
5. Jenny Yoo
6. BCBG
7. Banana Republic
6. Two Birds

xo