Jewerly Fundraiser for Cancer

Sherine Iskander, is helping organize a jewelry sale to help raise funds for her mother Nadia Iskander who has multiple kinds of cancer. The money will provide financial support during Nadia's recovery period, and a portion will go to Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. The sale is planned for September 28-October 3.



Image Via: Brides.com

If you want to take part in the jewelry sale fundraiser, you can stop by Elegance Jewelry from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. starting Tuesday through Saturday. That's at 9102 Adams Avenue in Huntington Beach, and the phone number is (714) 968-1288.

Movies Under the Stars

Lights…Camera….Action!

Via Image

If your looking for a fun party idea plan an outdoor movie night! Kick back and watch a movie with a few of your closest friends and family. Birthday, and graduations parties are perfect for movie night parties. Even the chic Parker in Palm Springs has created a rehearsal dinner package.

The Food… Flatbread Pizza Station, Assorted Gourmet Popcorn, Soft Jumbo Pretzels, and Movie Candies!

The Drinks… Slushies, and a Beer and Wine Bar!

Fashion Fridays: Autumn Bride

Using this season's colors of nomad and creme brulee, Carcudda creates a stunning inspiration board for a Fall or Winter wedding.

Vera Wang Gown
Vera Wang

Jacket
My Theresa

Marc by Marc Jacobs Bow Jewels Bow Ring
Couture Zappos

Mother of Pearl Necklace $1,485
Vivre

Betsy Johnson Pearl Multi Charm Bracelet
Zappos

Sterling Flower Whimsy Ring $60 Jan Jewells

Isharya Gypsy Earrings $175

Net A Porter

Bronze Aries Platform Shoes by Terry de Havilland $559
My Wardrobe

DIY Tufted Moss Ring Pillow

What You’ll Need: A 5″ x 5″ X 2″ piece of Styrofoam 2 feet ribbon (2″ wide) 3 yards of ribbon (1/4″ wide) A 6″ x 6″ scrap of fabric A handful of sphagnum moss Straight pins Round-headed corsage pins. A pair of scissors.

Instructions

1. Center your fabric face up on the Styrofoam square Fold the fabric
edges over sides of the Styrofoam and secure with straight pins. Wrap
the corners neatly and pin. (see figure 1)

2. Turn your Styrofoam over so the fabric side is down. Take your
sphagnum moss and stretch it out across the top of the Styrofoam. Be sure
that the moss completely covers the surface. (see figure 2)

3. Cut a length of the skinnier ribbon and run it diagonally across the
mossed surface. Attach both ends of the ribbons on the sides of the
Styrofoam using straight pins. Repeat this process to create a diagonal
grid of ribbon on the top of the pillow.

4. Take your corsage pins and stick them into the points where the
ribbons intersect on the pillow top. (see figure 4)

5. Turn the pillow on it’s side and pin the end of the wider ribbon in
the center of the side, using your straight pins. (see figure 5)

6. Wrap the ribbon around all four sides, concealing the fabric edges and
skinny ribbon tails. Pull it tightly as you go and keep the ribbon edges
lined up with the edges of the pillow. (see figure 5)

7. When you pass your starting point, fold under the ribbon tail and pin
it down using your corsage pins. (see figure 6)

8. Trim off any loose moss bits.

9. Cut a 12″ length of the skinnier ribbon and tie it to the corsage pin
in the center of the pillow. Attach your rings by tying a bow. (see
figure 7)

What it costs:
Styrofoam square $.90
Ribbon $3.00
Corsage Pins $2
Small bag of moss $1.80
Total = $7.70

Project created by Laurie Cinotto, Via Once Wed

Fashion Friday: Vera Wang

Aah the internet, giving me a front row seat to New York's fashion week! So many great designers with amazing new styles for Spring 2010!

Vera Wang's line was classic Vera: black and gray silks create elegant sheaths, and jackets. The hand sewn pieces add texture and dimension to her line. Way to go Vera, another stunning collection!

New York Fashion Week goes Green

A first for New York Fashion Week, The GreenShows Eco-Fashion Week is the only premiere fashion event exclusively committed to eco-friendly, ethically sound, fair-trade fashion in New York City. This two-day event featured a selection of eco-conscious fashion designers who have been given the opportunity, support and resources to show their Spring/Summer 2010 collection under one roof.

Happy Birthday!!!

Shout out to my business partner Carole! Have a Beautiful Day!

Vote For Simply Natural Events

For the second year in a row, Simply Natural Events has been nominated "Best Wedding Planner" in Los Angeles. Last year we placed in the TOP 5, but our goal this year is to take 1st place! Thank you for your support!


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What I like...1940's Inspiration Gown

1940 House Gown Inspired Silk White Dupioni Wedding Dress by joanshum

Fashion Fridays: Oh Betty Draper, You're Mad

Betty Draper's character in MAD MEN (played by actress, January Jones) makes for some great television! She's impeccably stylish, but what a hot mess, with a flawless exterior that masks a tortured interior. Most modern women find Betty's character totally unrecognizable today (her character is the one I least identify with, of course!), but you can't help but feel sympathy, frustration, and pity for this woman trapped in suburbia. We've come a long way, baby!

Betty Draper by simplyna featuring Daytrip

Turtleneck $13 Buckle True of Royal Trousers $438 Farfetch Jill Sanders Leather Riding Boots $945 net-a-porter Nicole Farhi Leather Gloves $116 Nicole Farhi Tiffany & Co. Pearl Stud $350 Tiffany Butterfly Scarf $66 Top Shelf Riding Hat $38 Loris Shoes

J Crew Fall 09 Preview

J Crew Fall 2009 Wedding Collections is here. Love the pockets!

Mad Men Fashion: Peggy Olson Twist

Peggy Olson's (Elizabeth Moss) is a junior copywriter at Sterling Copper. Once a bit of an odd duck, Peggy's new found self confidence makes you want to shout "you go girl". Her own office with a window, smoking marijuana, my gosh what's next burning her bra? That's not till seasons 7, but I can't wait!

This week fashion inspiration is a farewell to the old Peggy. No more little girl with a ponytail, even though I have to admit I'll miss her sweater's a bit.

Coral stitch crop cardigan $32
dorothyperkins.com

Treated tweed pencil skirt $528
brownsfashion.com

Report Signature Women's Trudi Pump $20
endless.com

Pearl Stud Earrings $19
amazon.co.uk

What's going on... First Fridays on Abbot Kinney

If you're in Los Angeles during the first week of the month, be sure to check out First Fridays on Abbot Kinney Boulevard. Located in the heart of Venice just a few blocks from the beach, you'll find a hip, beach community where you can shop, check out great art, eat fantastic food, listen to dj's spin an eclectic mix of tunes and discover upcoming bands all in one night. Running from 6-10 pm on the first Friday of every month, you'll be welcomed by a hodge-podge of artists, hippies, yuppies, and locals. It makes for a great date night or girls night out! See you there!