Unity In Glass

Welcome to one of the most exciting new wedding products of 2013! An exclusive process developed by the highly-skilled artisans at Unity in Glass creates hand-crafted glass sculptures for couples to preserve their unity ceremony memories to celebrate for a lifetime.

It’s so important for couples to commemorate one of the most important days of their lives with a sentimental act of committed love, followed with a lasting memory and Unity in Glass sculptures are the perfect way to do both.

During the wedding ceremony, instead of typically lighting two candles into one or the more recent trend of mixing two different colored sands, Unity in Glass has brilliantly created a beautiful and innovative display of unity. Couples begin their artistic sculpture journey by personally choosing their desired glass crystal colors, which will then be presented during their wedding ceremony and united in front of family, friends and loved ones. This mixology of love is then sent back to Unity in Glass, where artisans then heat, "marry" and sculpt an immaculate glass piece that the couple can keep as a reminder of their life lasting commitment.

The sculptures are longer lasting (they’re made to last a lifetime) and more elegant than sand or candles and the couple’s unity ceremony is embodied for eternity in an elegant, hand-crafted glass sculpture that will allow them to revisit their wedding day for years to come.

The bride, groom and extended family members perform the unity ceremony with the colored glass crystals, blending the combination of their color choices, just as they would with sand. After the ceremony, the couple returns them to Unity in Glass using the included, prepaid shipping label. Then, artisans use the exact crystals combined by the couple at the ceremony to create the unique sculpture that captures the spirit of the intimate event for eternity. The exclusive design and any additional items ordered, such as hand-sculpted glass, heart-shaped keepsakes for family and friends, are carefully packaged for safe return to the customer to display in their homes and enjoy for a lifetime.

The Unity in Glass trend is catching on and couples say they’re choosing the sculptures over the sand ceremony because it’s a more beautiful and permanent way to capture the memories of their wedding day. Lee Ware founded Unity in Glass after studying glass blowing at the prestigious Pratt Fine Arts Center and currently works at his studio in Texas.
www.UnityinGlass.com

Cupcakes Go Couture

Elaborate Cupcake Display by Vanilla Bake Shop

Have you seen the latest reports about WHAT'S HOT AND WHAT'S NOT? Wedding publications and blogs are saying that cupcakes are no longer hot! Someone forgot to tell my clients. Cupcakes were seen at many of our 2011 weddings. I get to attend industry events every month, and guess who is still making an appearance? That's right, the sophisticated cupcake. As a matter of fact, my 2012 clients are still asking for them.

Instead of going out of style, cupcakes bakers are getting more design savvy in their displays. Bakers understand that modern couples are very aware of their wedding theme and style. Brides are pushing them to become more creative. If a traditional wedding cake doesn't excite you, work with your bake shop in creating a display that shows off your style and theme. Vanilla Bake Shop in Santa Monica showed us how, at the wedding of Halisi and Dan in Malibu. They created a black and white damask cake stand to display their delicious treats. The fabric used matched the couples paper suite, as well as their color scheme. It had the drama and height of a wedding cake, as well as the elegance. Did I mention the mini cupcakes were divine? The red velvet were the biggest hit of the night.



Cupcakes were only one element of this beautiful wedding. Guests enjoyed a ceremony on the sand with magnificence of the ocean as the backdrop. I can't resist sharing a few photos of this joyful couple, provided by Carissa Woo Photography.





Take a cue from Halisi and Dan. Cupcakes are STILL HOT!

Congratulations William & Kate

Congratulations to The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. I watched The Royal Wedding with giddy delight. Prince William and Kate Middleton looked so in love. I'm thrilled that they shared their joy with the world today. It was a royal wedding filled with pomp and circumstance. But what I found most refreshing was the modern touches and the geniune love they showed for each other today.

Instead of an elaborate affair, I felt that they both showed great respect and grace. With every luxury at her disposal, Kate chose to do her own make-up and hair. I love that about her. She's was a beautiful bride, but stayed true to herself. Her gown was designed by Sarah Burton, for Alexander McQueen. The gown was modern and modest for a princess bride. It also had a timeless quality to it. It's a gown that could be worn throughout the ages.

There are a few things about the wedding that caught my attention. I hope they will become trends for modern brides in the near future. Here they are:

• She only had one bridesmaid, and William only had one Groomsman. They chose the two people who are closest to them and attended to them with great care. I love that they didn't feel the need to choose a huge entourage. American couples worry about this aspect of their weddings. Don't choose a cousin, or a childhood friend out of obligation. Those who attend to you on your wedding day, should be chosen because of their love and dedication to you.
• Kate didn't choose a formal updo for her hair style. She looked fresh and natural. More than anything, she looked like Kate. The photos will live on forever, and show that she looked like herself, just more radiant.
• Kate wore the Queen's Elizabeth's tiara. It was given to Elizabeth by her mother, on her 18th birthday. This is a display of respect for William's family, and a nod to the importance of TRADITION. Of course we don't all have a tiara that is passed down through generations. However if you ask any of the women in your families, to lend you something, they would be thrilled. Perhaps it's a bracelet you can wear, a broach you can attach to your bouquet, or a garter. Not only does it fulfull the something borrowed TRADITION, it's a lovely token of affection to show. Maybe you have a traditional item in your family already. Maybe not. How about starting one of your own? After all, every TRADITION started somewhere.
• William drove Kate to their reception in his car. Sure William has an Aston Martin. The car isn't what's important. The gesture is. What a great way to spend some time alone before the reception and all the formalities begin. It's hard to find any time alone on your wedding day...this is the perfect way to do it. Allow your new husband to drive you to the party. It's the perfect time to reflect on your new union. Let the bridal party follow you. This day is about the two of you. Relish in the moment and enjoy.

From the fashion, to the cake....The Royal Weddings will affect weddings throughout the world. I hope you will consider some of the trends created by William and Kate. Every bride and groom are a Prince and Princess....we hope your wedding is Royal and filled with every bit of love we saw today at The Royal Wedding.