blue-soled wedding shoes!  (btw – has anybody seen Elvis around lately???)

A recent Facebook post put us back on the search for that mystical creature of legend known as “bridal shoes with Tiffany blue soles.”   Yes, this is the picture that got us all excited.  We tried tracing the source for you and found the photographers – Roy Llera Photographers down in sassy Miami, but no blue-sole shoes.  Do check out their photography work though – enchanting!

Christian Louboutin gets credit for the originals – to be found for sale absolutely nowhere.   From our friends at about.com;

“…Christian Louboutin shoes were available with baby blue soles. Intended to provide the “something blue” for brides-to-be, these creations were only available via special order, and were very short-lived.”  (feel free to insert a frowny-face here)

We got a little tingle up the spine when we realized there was a site named “bluesoleshoes.com.”  They just HAD to be there, right?  But oh no, that site sells men’s shoes. 

Suddenly we had a brilliant flash of inspiration - Zappos! They have everything!  Blue, pink, sneaks, heels, sandals, flips – everything a shoe-addict could possibly want and more!

But alas, no luck.  Our “blue sole,” “white heel blue sole,” and about 10 other searches turned up these lovely shoes, but no blue soles.

Fret Not, Gentle Readers! There is hope!

(Three hopes, actually)

1.  Gaze upon these little lovelies! We found them online in a store with the cutest name – My Glass Slipper - and we were thrilled.  Blue-soled and so elegant!   Ladies – please meet “Cherie” by Grazia! Softly blue soles with a sparkle at the peep-toe!

2. San Jose, California is home to a talented group of leather artisans who will  actually (gasp!) install a sky blue leather sole on your pre-purchased bridal shoes.  Now listen up!  Plan well in advance – at least 3 – 4 weeks is needed from the time you send your shoes away until they come back to you.  These cobblers are very busy, but you’ll find them quite pleasant to deal with.  Check out the Master Cobbler website for contact information, then give them a call for references and sample pictures and pricing and anything else you might need to know.  Such a clever idea!

3. Also from My Glass Slipper,  here’s an interesting take on the blue sole concept.  “Courtney,” by Something Bleu, has a blue crystal embedded in the sole.  What an adorable little detail!  Kind of like the cherry on top of your hot fudge sundae, isn’t it?

So, dear readers, we end our hunt for the mystical creature of legend – our beloved blue-soled bridal shoes - on a happy note!  Many thanks to Megan at My Glass Slipper and the wonderful people at Master Cobbler in San Jose for putting a smile on our faces at the end of our search!

Happy planning!

Nope, no blue-soled shoes here – but plenty of presh ideas for shoe-themed favors!  Take a look!

Boston event planner extraordinaire Bryan Rafanelli is set to pull the fabulous Chelsea Clinton-Marc Mezvinsky wedding together this weekend in New York state.  Click below to enjoy his astonishing work!

He has quite the portfolio of GInormous events – like fund raisers, maybe?  But who cares – we know if will be beyond beautiful!

Congratulations on choosing a FAB planner, Chelsea-girl – and best wishes as you move toward your forever weekend!

Happy reading!

Astonishing wedding favors for your fabulous wedding!

all the dreaming and all the planning comes The Big Day.

Your friends and family arrive to take their places, looking forward to watching you glide magnificently down the aisle.

Yes, there will be a tear or two as they watch the exchange of heart-felt forever vows.  Isn’t there always?

And there will be  gigantic smiles of happiness, joy and most probably applause as you walk,  arm-in-arm, back up the aisle, blissfully united.

You’ll raise a glass with them and bask in a fine round of congratulatory toasts as you celebrate your commitment to grow together as a couple.

And they’ll herald your honeymoon send-off with a shower of love and flowers and best wishes.

Your guests just made your day perfect and complete, didn’t they?  Share your gratitude and thank them in your own, unforgettable way with a keepsake for lasting memories.

We design unforgettable wedding favors, because we understand just how special you want them to be.

Happy planning!

You’re a dashing young prince of a wealthy principality.  You have the world at your feet (not to mention a whole slew of staff to cater to your every whim) – and you’ve found the woman of your dreams.  It’s time to propose – but you want to make it out-of-this-world memorable.  What do you do?

If you’re Prince Albert of Monaco – you go out to dinner. Or should we say “UP” to dinner?

Yes, when Prince Albert popped “the question” to Charlene Wittstock, he took her up over Monaco for a Dinner in the Sky.  How romantic!

With love in their hearts and a breath-taking view in the background, the newly-engaged couple celebrated with friends and their own personal gourmet chef.  What a life!  We’re sure the wedding will be a grand affair.

For your own Royal Event – check out our friends at EventsInTheSky.com – because they can also provide you with an unforgettable Wedding in the Sky.

Do you have an uber-romantic proposal story?  We’d love to hear it!  Leave us a comment!

Happy planning!

For all you “sky-birds,” how about these for your wedding celebration favors?

Whoa girl! If you have trouble with heights, this venue might not be for you. But read on – you may be delightfully surprised!

Are you looking for an intimate location for your wedding – something small, with just a few close friends and family?  Well then, we have a special wedding inspiration just for you! What about small, intimate, and spectacular?

Yes, we’re talking about saying “eye do” in London – right there on the London Eye.  How fabulous is that?

The London Eye Company, a division of the Merlin Entertainments Group, makes it possible for happy couples to “tie the knot” about 450 feet in the English air over London – what a beautiful backdrop for your vows!

A professional wedding coordinator works with you to select and decorate your private “capsule” on The Eye, which will hold you and your intended plus up to 19 guests. At the peak of the first magnificent rotation (which takes about 15 minutes to reach), while your capsule is at the very top – you are officially pronounced man and wife.  Talk about perfect timing! Champagne corks pop on the way back down and the toasts begin.

Your second rotation is time for celebration, more champagne, and photographs.  If you like, you can add canapes and finger foods to the party. Here’s a delicious at a bit of their menu:

Canapés Sample Menu

• Sugar cured salmon with orange aioli
• Minted crab & cucumber cup
• Ballontine of chicken with sundried tomato & herbs on a roasted garlic croûte
• Courgette, sunblushed tomato, rocket and ricotta wrap
• Confit white onion, crème fraîche & pesto tarts

So what are you waiting for?  Study up on the details at the website (where you’ll also find contact information and all the extra goodies available to make your wedding absolute perfection!)  Then, book a package deal on British Airways, gather up your family and friends, then whisk away to tie the knot in spectacular fashion on the London Eye – with memories to last a lifetime!

And of course we have the perfect wedding favors to mark the occasion!

Happy Planning!