If you are lucky enough to live in the beautiful San Francisco Bay Area (I am jealous), cancel your weekend plans. Heath Ceramics, together with some of the Bay Area’s premier vendors, are hosting the wedding event to end all wedding events!  Filled with wonderfully approachable styles and inspirations, you’re sure to come away feeling those butterflies that you had when he first popped the question!

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Well, not really. But, I LOVED this sweet daffodil arrangement that I spotted over on Design*Sponge. The shock of yellow paired next to the rough, silver vessel. It’s perfection. Plus it reminds me that Spring is just around the corner, with its glorious weddings, perfect palettes and all around goodness. Thanks, Grace!

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Think of planning your wedding as a practice run for marriage. The way you handle stress and disagreements now can set a pattern for dealing with future conflicts, so work out differences and establish solid communication skills. Image: Dove Wedding Photography.

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Loving the ready to wear collection that Monique Lhuillier debuted with her Spring 2009 collection. I am an obvious admirer of all things Monique, but this season in particular just makes me happy. From the flirty yellow cocktail dresses to the stunning evening gowns, every piece is absolutely beautiful. My favorite just...

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Loving this simple, organic diamond ring that the designers at Blue Poppy crafted. It’s 14k gold vermeil and the best part…Blue Poppy guarantees that they only choose diamonds that are mined, cut and polished with socially and environmentally responsible practices. So, it’s a cool $120 investment that you can feel really good about.

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Especially these adorable boutonnieres. Made by hand using the finest merino wools and felts, each little creation has the perfect balance of charm and originality. For a rustic/chic affair, with a DIY touch, these gems would be absolute perfection. Kireina also carries a lovely variety of invitations and accouturements. Definitely a must see!

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The fabulous Leana Gallagher is hosting a luxury bridal show at the gorgeous Commandant’s House, this upcoming Sunday from 1:30 until 4PM. Featuring a select handful of the very best New England vendors, the event is definitely worth canceling all of your plans. Plus, yours truly will be there to answer questions and chat with brides about wedding inspirations and details.

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So, you already have a full set of dishes and more towels than you could ever want…what in the world are your guests going to gift? How about your honeymoon! Traveler’s Joy is the perfect solution for couples who have it all. You just decide where you want to go and what wild adventure you want to embark upon (or if you’re like me, what beach you want to park it on) and...

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If you’re holding your reception in a hotel or restaurant, ask if they have decorations you can borrow to spruce things up, rather than spending extra for more flowers. They may already be beautifully decorated, especially between Thanksgiving and New Year’s.  Image Credit: Susan Dean Photography

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I just got my Mary Jurek cake server set in the mail…and oh, my. It’s GORGEOUS. Sleek but not overly modern, organic but still incredibly elegant. It feels expensive, well made and would make the perfect accessory to any of the cakes that we feature on SMP. Take a peek at all of Mary’s gorgeous handmade (!) designs. A complete registry...

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Yep, I said it. I love the new collection of Vera Bradley Ties. Found at The Merry Martini, these ties are so graphic, so completely full of personality. Paired with a classic black or charcoal suit, they would be the perfect splash of color and charm. Now the only hard part is deciding which tie to buy!

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Channel your inner designer people…Chloe and Reese just launched a new collection of totally customizable party frocks. Spotted over on Good Bones Great Pieces (thanks to decor8 for the heads-up about this fab new blog), Chloe and Reese’s online option allows you to choose your dress style...

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Even though they promptly destroyed my mission: lose ten pounds, the chubby chocolate cookies and oozy boozy caramel truffles that Chocolate Gourmet sent me, were worth every ounce. Made from the finest ingredients, these little treats don’t take themselves too seriously…perfect favors for a bride and groom that don’t either. Love, love, love.

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And have you seen these great new cake toppers that Estilo is featuring? A bright pink peony, made to look so real, to add that touch of gorgeousness that your cake might need. Placed on top of a really simple, white cake with no other adornments…swoon. Plus, you can get that peony you always wanted even if your wedding is in September. LOVE.

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I owe it all to the girls at Hello! Lucky for reminding me of the genius that is Jennifer Behr. Her stunning hair accessories are just about as beautiful as you can possibly get…from romantic, ethereal headbands to vintage style florals, every design is flawless. Take a peek but beware…your credit card might jump right out of your wallet and...

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