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I dreamt about my my new Taj duvet…

that I ordered from Rikshaw Design last night!  No joke.  I am that excited to put it on my bed!  Spring is officially here at Rikshaw- gorgeous bohemian bedding for adults and the most adorable block-printed kurtas, bloomers and sun hats for babies!  {And it IS supposed to be a sunny, spring-like week here in Northern California!  Wahoo!}

{photos courtesy of Rikshaw Design, shot by Ericka McConnell}

Posted by Melissaon March 15, 2010 · Tags: , , , , , , · Comments (1)

Enjoy Cupcakes

I love a vintage trailer and I love cupcakes….what an amazing combination!  Former pastry chef Amber Vander Vliet and husband/partner Kevin from Enjoy Cupcakes will bring their gorgeous {and delicious, I’m quite sure} cupcakes to your event in their ridiculously cute vintage turquoise and white trailer.  {If you are near enough to them in California’s Santa Ynez Valley, which sadly, we at Ruby Press are not.}

Their almost endless list of flavors includes mimosa, meyer lemon chardonnay, mexican chocolate, and strawberry lemonade…

And if you don’t have an event to lure the trailer to, visit Amber on weekends in the chic tasting lounge at Saarloos & Sons.

{Thanks for the tip Aleesa- you know us Ruby Press girls well!  Images from Flights of Fancy blog}

Posted by Melissaon March 14, 2010 · Tags: , , , · Comments (1)

Foyers

Heather at Habitually Chic always compiles the most beautiful images, and I love this collection of foyers she posted…

{images from here}

Posted by Kateon February 26, 2010 · Tags: , , · Comments (6)

Win three dresses from Swoon!

Attention engaged readers!!  This Monday, March 1st, Swoon is launching a contest that will have you salivating… The winner will win three gorgeous Swoon bridesmaid dresses of her choice.  That’s a sure-fire recipe for three happy bridesmaids if I’ve ever heard one! {That’s almost $1,000 worth of chic silk bridesmaids dresses, free!}

The contest runs from March 1st through April 30th.  Here’s all you need to do:  Brides-to-be submit a written statement {to: enterme@swoondress.com} explaining why you adore your bridesmaids, what they mean to you, and why you picked them to be by your side on the big day.  Swoon designer/owner Amy Wong Micucci will choose the winner and will announce the winner in early May.

Please keep in mind that the dresses are made to order and will take 3 to 4 months for production.  Good luck!!  xx

Posted by Melissaon February 26, 2010 · Tags: , , · Comments (2)

DUJOUR Magazine

Fashion magazines are my nourishment, so you can imagine my overflowing joy in discovering a new {to me!} glossy I can obsess over. NYC-based DUJOUR magazine is filled with dreamy editorials and witty articles–very Lula-esque {one of my absolute favorites}. DUJOUR is available for immediate gratification in digital format ($12 for a 1-year subscription) and a limited edition run of hard copies. Plus, how could you not LOVE a publication with this slogan: “Fashion With Sprinkles On Top”!

{image from here}

Posted by kadieon February 25, 2010 · Tags: , · Comments (1)

Jeffrey Monteiro

If you’ve read my bio {see below}, you’ll know I terribly miss Jane Mayle’s namesake collection. But the stunning pieces comprising the spring collection of Jeffrey Monteiro just might be worthy substitutes. A former design director at Mayle, Monteiro’s charming, detail-ridden dresses and tops evoke a disheveled femininity quite reminiscent of my beloved Mayle pieces. I can’t wait to buy one of these little gems for spring!

{images from here}

Posted by kadieon February 17, 2010 · Tags: , , , · Comments (5)

Nonpareil Magazine

While I’m not engaged {yet} I’m kind of obsessed with wedding blogs and magazines especially when I find something beautiful and practical!  Nonpareil, is a new online magazine featuring inspirational ideas for brides as well as do it yourself tutorials.  My favorite part of the first issue, Beautiful on a Budget, is the tutorial on “ Crafting the Perfect Accessory.”   I can’t stop looking at the images of the Veiled Floral Headband and the Layered Ruffle Fascinator-gorgeous!  There’s even a resource page so you’ll know where to buy all the materials needed for each project!

{Image from here}

Posted by Terraon February 12, 2010 · Tags: , , , · Comments (3)

The Garden Collection

H&M is launching a Garden Collection next month with clothes made from sustainable materials  (think recycled PET bottles, fabric remnants, and organic cottons/linens). Not only is the concept cool, but the clothes are beautiful-lots of flowery, hippie chic dresses and adorable shorts {like the ruffled pair below}! Check out the full collection here.

{Pictures from here}

Posted by Angelaon February 12, 2010 · Tags: , , , · Comments (6)