Modern Fairy Tale
Kate Middleton\’s wedding dress was created by Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen. The dress channeled Grace Kelly and definitely was not a normal dress that you would see come from McQueen. The wedding dress featured lace applique on ivory satin. The Duchess also did her own makeup. Which I would definitely suggest doing for your own wedding if you love the look you create everyday!
The Queen looked gorgeous in a canary yellow dress by her long time dress maker Angela Kelly.
Maid of Honor Pippa Middleton wore a white frock which was also designed by Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen. The ivory satin based dress skimmed her toned body brilliant. The dress also had a cowl neck and cap sleeves.
Princess Zara looked absolutely stunning in silver and kept it modern with a leopard clutch.
Victoria Beckham was in a navy dress from her line, high heel Christian Louboutin\’s and a midnight blue pillbox fascinator headpiece created by Philip Treacy . While David Beckham wore a Ralph Lauren morning suit, and held his top hat created by Philip Treacy.
Princess Beatrice paired her gorgeous ribbon inspired fascinator by Philip Treacy with a matching power pink Valentino Couture number.
Princess Eugenie wore a bold blue pillbox fascinator that was embellished with a purple rose as well as gray feathers it was created by Philip Treacy to coordinate with her blue floral printed Vivienne Westwood dress.
English socialite Tara Palmer-Tomkinson looked stunning her her cobalt blue outfit and her cobalt blue pill box fascinator.
Prince Harry\’s on again, off again girlfriend Chelsy Davy wore a teal Alberta Ferretti dress and jacket combination with a fascinator by Victoria Grant.
What is a fascinator? The meaning of the term fascinator has slightly changed, it is now used to describe a delicate, slightly to very frivolous head decoration. It can be worn instead of a hat to occasions where hats are traditionally worn such as weddings. Or you can wear it as an evening accessory where it might be called a cocktail hat. Usually paired with fairly formal attire. They attach to the hair by a comb, headband or clip.
Hats & Facinators: I LOVE LOVE LOVED them. I wish we were not so tacky in America and would wear things like this. I absolutely loved Princess Beatrices and would definitely wear it to an event. It\’s getting a lot of negative press, but I absolutely adored it. I wish more ladies in the states would wear them!
After Party Attire
Duchess Catherine changed into a strapless white satin evening dress with a circle skirt and diamante-embroidered detail at the waist which was also created by Sarah Burton. She also wore a white angora bolero cardigan.
Maid of honor Pippa was seen wearing a long emerald green sleevless dress with jeweled embellishment on the front as well as a plunging neckline.
The Cake
What did you think of the royal wedding? Favorite outfit, hat or hair?
Mother\’s Day Gift Ideas
Life is short buy cute shoes!
It\’s said that the right shoe can change your life- just look at Cinderella. Have you found the right shoe yet?
Throughout the entire year I want shoes that are not only cute, but comfortable as well. Especially during those spring and summer months I want the cutest shoes possible whether I am out shopping or chilling poolside. That\’s why I am completely obsessed and madly in love with OKA b. Shoes.
OKA b. was founded on the principle of fashion and comfort. The shoes not only are the cutest things ever, but they are the most comfortable shoe I have ever placed on my foot. Awesome little fact about OKA b. Shoes – they are 100% recyclable, waterproof, MADE IN THE USA and priced under $40. Hello Lover.
Aren\’t these the perfect wedding shoe! I thought so, that\’s why this is what I wore on my big day!
What do you think of OKA b. Shoes?
Which shoe is your favorite?
I am obsessed and could never have too many. My mum and my friends are addicted as well! Anytime I wear my OKA b. Shoes people want to know where they are from. Be ready for everyone to stare at your feet if you own these!
Sour Cream and Dill Potato Salad
Ingredients
2 pounds small red potatoes, scrubbed
4 eggs(whites only), hard-cooked and diced
3 ribs celery, diced
3 green onions, thinly sliced
2 Tbls. diced dill pickle
3/4 c. mayonnaise
1/4 c. sour cream
1 tsp. Dijon mustard
2 tsp. dried dill
2 tsp. diced dill pickles
Preparation:
Cut the potatoes into bite-size chunks and place in a saucepan. Cover with water and boil for about 10 to 12 minutes, until just tender. * poke with a fork and it\’ll fall off. Pour off water, set the pan in a sink or larger pan of cold water to cool the potatoes quickly. In a large bowl, combine the potatoes with eggs, celery green onions, and diced dill pickle. In another bowl, combine the sour cream, mayo, and Dijon mustard. Add to the potatoes and stir gently to combine. Fold in the dill and add salt and pepper to taste.
Coral Crush
What\’s your current color crush?
Fashion meets Food 