Luxurious Beverage and Dessert Garnishes From Dress The Drink

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Whether you are looking for a unique garnish for your favorite cocktail, coffee or dessert…let Dress the Drink show you their incredible diversity. Trust us, once your Dirty Martini has been paired with our gourmet sweet onion swizzle stick, an olive will never be an option. We know that a picture is worth more …so let us share our affordable luxury with you…

Flavored edible diamonds plain or dusted in real edible silver or gold

Real SweetGlaze edible flowers whole or crushed on our swizzle stick

Real SweetCrystal edible flowers dipped in gourmet chocolate

Gourmet chocolate Luscious Leaves embedded with real silver or real gold. Available on or off the pick

The Ultimate Drink, Dessert, Bar, Branding and Event Extravaganza

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Top Wedding Trends and Forecast for Luxury Weddings in 2010

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Planning a Luxury Wedding for 2010? Our style editors are here to share some inspirational tips and advice as you move forward in the wedding planning process.

On the fashion runway for 2010 you’ll find a return to timeless Romanticism from top couture wedding dress designers as evident within their outpouring of bridal collections this year that evoke intricate lace, metallic fabrics, boldly elaborate flower appliques and billowing ruffled tiers reminiscent of exquisite bridal fashions dating back to a bygone era. Just as popular in 2010 as it was for 2009 are couture gowns presented with all-over beaded embellishments. Brides will also want to consider the the daring asymmetrical, one shoulder necklines that project a different dimension over strapless gowns this season.

Brides will additionally see varying shades of violet, rose, blues and greens to reflect the more popular color palette for wedding gowns this season not only for the bride but her bridal party entourage as well.

Classic wedding veils, the long or short of it and those offering simplistic blusher styling will also made a big return this year in popularity. As well, custom feather headpieces continue to retain high marks in unspoken elegance for discerning brides who wish to add a more dramatic finishing touch to their couture ensemble.

Expect custom wedding cakes to tower to new heights for 2010, taking center stage at your stylish reception as a delectable fondant masterpiece and making triple layered wedding cakes a thing of the past outside of the smaller intimate wedding reception gathering.

Another wedding trend that is being revisited for 2010 is the addition of a “Groom’s Cake” to offer just a bit of history about the groom and take your wedding guests by surprise!

Luxury wedding photography also takes on a new meaning this year with a return to a more nostalgic photojournalistic approach that will tell your inspirational wedding story from start to finish with plenty of “celebrity style” to capture those once-in-lifetime moments.

Eco-friendly weddings and the trends toward such remain in full swing this year as it did for last, but with a more sophisticated touch for 2010. In one example, many elaborate table arrangements and wedding centerpieces are now being replaced by miniature fruit or ornamental trees, live topiaries and herb baskets ready for easy transplant into ones garden after the wedding event.

The focus on edible favors adds a delightful twist to and continues to present a strong footing for 2010. Personalized and delectable dark chocolates, candies, and exotic fruits give a new dimension to the term wedding favor.

Social media savvy brides have more choices than ever to engage others in the excitement of their upcoming nuptials online. With the increased popularity of Twitter, Facebook and vast number of wedding blogs coming full circle, brides have no reason to hold anything back when it comes to blogging and announcing their wedding online. Social networking is most definitely here to stay!

Registration of online wedding registries is also expected to increase steadily for 2010 offering invited guests the convenience of shopping from the comfort of their own home for that perfect gift wedding gift. In addition a trend towards high tech and time saving gifts has joined the ranks of popular wedding gifts versus the usual standard of crystal and china. This same trend is also being carried over in a prominent way regarding bridal party gifts as well.

Concern for humanity has increasingly become center focus for 2010 in regards to giving back from your wedding day and paying forward to those who are desparately in need. Amidst the recent tragic events in Haiti this has come full circle for many of us. The move towards donating leftover food and delicacies from your wedding reception to those less fortunate in a homeless shelter perhaps, has now become the sensibly responsible thing to do for many affluent couples. In addition, your donation of floral arrangements and decor to area hospices, nursing homes and hospitals once your celebration is over will enable joy and happiness to spread to others who sometimes feel they have little to smile about and BE hopeful for.

Sea and nature inspired custom wedding invitations as well as hand-illustrated wedding invitations are also a very popular choice in 2010 for those planning a destination wedding Worldwide. In addition, couture wedding invitations that introduce luxury design elements and printing techniques such as letterpress, foil stamping, embossing, Swavorski crystals, luxury embellishments, silk boxes, engraving, offset, digital, thermography and more, remain on equal footing when choosing a custom wedding invitation to express your own wedding style at its very best. Just be certain to do your homework and select an invitation designer with the necessary credentials to fit your needs. Most custom invitation designers are available to assist brides Worldwide and happy to do so regardless of location.

On a final note, live event painters and artists such as Southern California based Karen Wall Garrison and Miles Pelky are also gaining much popularity for brides in 2010 who choose to commission a live painting of their luxury wedding event as it unfolds on canvas and one that will provide unique entertainment for their wedding guests in attendance. Most live event artists will gladly travel to your wedding destination whether held nationally or internationally.

As always, we wish you the very best in the planning of your own luxury wedding event for 2010!

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Your Complimentary Tickets to the 2009 Wedding Salon New York Event on Nov 2nd, 2009

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Affluent Brides and Luxury Wedding Professionals
Enjoy Complimentary Tickets to the 2009 Wedding Salon Event New York
($50 value - admits two)

To REGISTER simply click on the image above and enter Code ABNY9C
or visit www.weddingsalon.com

Bridal Event Details

Date: Monday, November 2nd, 2009
Time: 4PM to 9PM
The Roosevelt Hotel
45 East 45th Street
New York, NY 10017

*Be sure to view AFFLUENT BRIDE’s own listing in the Wedding Salon New York Program guide

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Couture Eveningwear Designer KATERINA BOCCI Launches Premiere Bridal Collection

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Sought After Designer, KATERINA BOCCI Puts Detroit on Fashion Map with Luxe Bridal Line

(Shelby Township, MI, September 8, 2009) – Detroit-based couture designer, Katerina Bocci, is expanding her profile with the launch of her premiere bridal gown collection in October. The Katerina Bocci Bridal Collection will feature Bocci’s stunning execution, complete with hand-cut patterns, custom designs, and hand-sewn wedding dresses for the most discerning brides-to-be.

Bocci’s star has been rising after an acclaimed presentation of her collection at Couture Fashion Week in New York City in 2007. The award-winning designer has since acquired international acclaim among fashion elite and celebrities, including Aretha Franklin, Fergie and Jordin Sparks.

Bocci’s 2010 Bridal Collection will be debuted both the Wedding Channel Couture Show (InterContinental The Barclay New York Oct. 17-19) and the Wedding TrendSpot Press Fashion Show (Waldorf Astoria Oct. 18) in New York this fall.

Bocci will host a sneak preview – Katerina Bocci Unveiled – at her studio in Shelby Township for press and brides-to-be at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, September 24.

The Katerina Bocci Bridal Collection will continue her tradition of using exquisite fabrics, hand-sewn craftsmanship and innovative, sophisticated designs. Her luxury line will feature the most sumptuous 100-percent silk organza and tulle, handbeaded laces and rosettes, and Swarovski trims and stones in an array of whites, creams and blushes.

Individuality is a key ingredient in Katerina Bocci bridal. From bold, avant-garde gowns fit for black-tie affairs to sleek, classic designs ideal for destination or outdoor weddings, Bocci’s collection embraces each bride’s distinctive wedding style.

“The first question I ask every bridal client is ‘describe the dress you dreamed of as a little girl,” says Bocci. “I want to turn fantasy into reality for these women. This is the gown they’ll remember forever.”

Bocci’s years of pattern-making experience further accentuates her custom design process for flawless, formfitting perfection. All of Bocci’s designs hold the bride’s exact measurements, which she either takes herself or are sent in by the select bridal boutiques that carry the line.

Creating bridal couture in Detroit adds to Bocci’s uniqueness. Her 3,200-squarefoot design studio is open from 10:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. Monday-Saturday at Rick 14239 Drive in Shelby Township.

Bocci’s gowns are made in the USA and include eco-friendly materials, including 100-percent cotton for comfortable dress liners. Bocci sought to create attainable luxury, standing by her philosophy that dream dresses should be available to all brides.

Bocci’s collection offers a broad range of price points to accommodate brides of all budgets.

For more information, visit www.katerinabocci.com

Please contact Kathleen Kennedy Ferris at 313.418.4898 or kennedyferris@gmail.com to reserve a press pass to the September 24th 2010 Bridal Collection Preview.

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AFFLUENT BRIDE debuts their Exclusive PANACHE Vendor Package for Luxury Wedding Advertisers

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7-29-2009 AffluentBride.com is pleased to announce today their most prestigious PANACHE Wedding Vendor Package which incorporates a customized premium video web commercial presentation for select luxury wedding vendor advertisers.

“Our state-of-the-art PANACHE Wedding Vendor Package offers luxury bridal advertisers a truly unique branding concept and superior marketing edge to promote their upscale wedding services far ahead of the competition.” says Lopez, CEO & Founder.

“In fact there is no other luxury wedding advertising platform for upscale bridal advertisers that currently offers vendors such a sophisticated level of luxury and panache in this niche market to exponentially reach thousands of couture, high end brides as part of our elite Luxury Wedding Alliance.”

“Designed to compliment their expansive wedding vendor editorial, our video production studio will create a customized state-of the-art video web commercial presentation that combines the perfect music score and professional voiceover talent (male or female) to enhance their image as an upscale wedding resource…… one that will readily draw attention from an affluent wedding audience seeking the most exclusive luxury bridal resources for their own luxe wedding event.”

Vendors can preview a PANACHE Vendor Package HERE

Wedding vendors who choose to participate with PANACHE Vendor Package receive an enhanced full page Luxe Wedding Showcase listing w/ featured editorial in 550 words or less, PREMIUM video web presentation with voiceover and music, contact info including email, phone, website and receive a more prominent placement within their select wedding vendor category.

“As part of our prestigious wedding alliance we offer elite bridal vendors a truly unparallel luxury branding opportunity to further assist them in reaching those high end brides who can not only afford but appreciate their upscale services.”

Says Lopez “Wedding advertisers who are truly seeking an effective way to differentiate their company’s brand and set their elite wedding services apart from the competition in catering to the luxury wedding market are being offered this select opportunity to do so by exponentially increasing their own luxury brand’s recognition and distinguished value in this preferred sector.”

For additional information regarding this and other Luxury Bridal Vendor Advertising Opportunities available with AFFLUENT BRIDE, vendors may visit their Advertiser Page for more details or simply call toll-free 1-877-274-3338.

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2009’s Most Popular Summer Wedding Trends for Luxury Weddings

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Bold is Beautiful AGAIN

It’s not your mother’s wedding anymore! This year’s 2009 summer wedding season represents a favorable return turn to vibrant, bold colors reminiscent of turquiose blue waters straight out of the Caribbean, to a simpler wildflower “garden variety” palate of sunny daisy yellows, mauve and sage green.

Eco-Destination Weddings on the rise

Gaining much ground in popularity are eco-friendly Destination Weddings to exotic locations such as Costa Rica, Belize, Bali, Granada - Spain, St Lucia and Capetown South Africa which now reign in as some of the TOP choices for discerning, affluent couples who wish to plan a socially conscious wedding and one that will reflect their concern over the environment amidst an absolutely breathtaking backdrop. Be sure to visit our most notable list of destination wedding planners and destination wedding photographers and photojournalists to ultimately guide you on your way to an extraordinary event!

Discerning engaged couples can also find some interesting vogue designers that cater to the more eco-conscious bride, such as Conscious Clothing with their stunning array of sustainable hemp silk couture as well as Rene Geneva Design who is not only regarded as carbon neutral in her business practice but also specializes in sustainable, fair trade wedding dresses for the bride to be. View our complete list of wedding dress designers.

POSH INVITATIONS take center stage

Prepare top be DAZZLED!

When it comes to selecting an upscale invitation designer, nothing will truly set the tone more for your luxury wedding than the 1st impression your wedding stationery resonates to your invited guests.

Long Beach custom wedding invitation designer Michelle Arnet of Creative Blu and Sand Diego couture wedding invitation designer, Rock Paper Scissors Design by Rachel Baker can certainly provide the WOW factor with their innovative and multi-faceted talents in the art of invitation design to capture the attention of your invited guests.

Another rising trend in regards to invitations has to do with the delivery of such. Many affluent newlyweds are now choosing to have their posh wedding invitations delivered directly to their invited guests courtesy of the engaged couple’s own hands or entrusting them to an elite courier service. Can we say oooh la la… Now that’s service!

Bring on the RING BLING!

For the summer wedding season, bridal ring bling is not only getting bigger but better. The year’s hot ticket introduces the bride to much more opulent pairings such as rare colored diamonds alongside glittering gemstones. From radiant rubys to sparkling sapphires….the sheer combinations will have you taking more than a second glance.

VINTAGE anyone?

Why not consider adding a VINTAGE TOUCH to your wedding reception with the rental of a Photo Booth, such avaiable through NYC Photobooth. This just happens to be one of the most extraordinary concepts to re-invent itself in decades, allowing Gen X and Baby Boomers to take that trip back down memory lane. ( Some further back than others I’m afraid …lol )

WEDDING EVENT ARTISTS ….your celebration as it unfolds on canvas

To evoke a unique and sophisticated touch to your celebration, consider contracting with a wedding artist to capture and preserve the memories of your wedding day event as they unfold, LIVE and on canvas. The process alone will prove to be simply fascinating for your invited guests. Wedding event artists can be found in most major cities with many open to traveling to your venue Worldwide.

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