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...Roll With Me, Will You?

I'm guessing many of you have seen those adorable diaper cakes that pop up at baby showers. However, why should the babies have all the fun? Get inspired by these towel cakes by Etsy seller luly612 ~ they are the perfect way to dress up that fluffy registry gift!

(Photo credits via Etsy seller luly612)

Not feeling crafty? Fear not, these sweet cakes are adorable and affordable! Bring one to the bridal shower and be the guest with the coolest gift. See more by clicking HERE and be sure to check out the rest of this SHOP for other affordable bridal accessories and ideas. Now get rollin'!

...With Sexy Tattoo Knee Highs & Thigh Highs!

Rock and roll brides, are you stuck on bridesmaid gifts? Maybe you've already on it! Either way, consider these totally unique and stylish stem frostings in nylon form...

(Photo credits: Tattoo socks & more from Etsy seller Post)

Ya dig? Let your girls wear 'em with their bridesmaid dresses and allow them to strut their stuff down the aisle with you! Not so sure about tattoos on your wedding day? Pass these frillies out the night of your bachelorette party instead and let 'em take over the town. Maybe grab a pair for yourself, too!

These lovelies can be found on Etsy or by visiting the designer's website at TattooSocks.com. Now, go on wit yo bad self!

...Pantone Tells Us Turquoise!

Brides, if there is one reliable source when it comes to predicting the hottest wedding colors, you know you can definitely count on Pantone. For the year of 2010, Pantone has chosen turquoise as it's top color! Whimsical, breezy and beautiful spells out this calming shade of love...wouldn't you say?

(Photo credits ~ Top: Etsy sellers TimelessPaper, MidwestFinds and Kainkain. Middle: Etsy sellers icing101 and redbirdink. Bottom: Etsy seller BionicUnicorn, Dessy style 2800 and Pantone Turquoise.)

Pantone notes, "For brides wanting a flattering choice for attendant apparel and accessories on their big day, Turquoise is now one of the nearly 200 PANTONE WEDDING Colors available from Dessy, a leading manufacturer of bridesmaid, social occasion and flower girl dresses, as well as destination wedding gowns under the labels Dessy Collection, After Six, Alfred Sung, Lela Rose Bridesmaid and Sandals Destination Wedding Dresses." - Pantone

Want to get started planning your Pantone Wedding? Head on over to Dessy and take advantage of their planning tools by clicking HERE. For more fabulous colors and wedding inspiration boards, click HERE. Happy color coordinating!

...Rather, All Brides! Welcome This Fresh New Wedding Blog!

Brides, have you seen the newly designed blog, So This Is Bliss, by Luxe Event Productions? It's darling...

(Photo credits ~ So This Is Bliss, bottom photo via We Heart It)

See real Real Northwest Weddings, get inspired by Luxe Style & Design Boards, find Fabulous Northwest Vendors and dream up your big day by browsing through the pages of this pretty lil' blog. Happy planning!

...For The Chicago Bride & Beyond!

Have you heard the latest? The new Erin Gallagher Jewelry store recently opened in Chicago and I bet you're going to love it! A few hot-off-the-press pieces from this new city gem...

Not a local? No worries, you can do your shopping online. Find jewelry for yourself and your bridesmaids - shop by color, by neckline, design your own or give a gift card and let the girls pick out their own!

(Photo credits: Erin Gallagher)

While you're at it, be sure to check out the Erin Gallagher Jewelry Blog for all of their latest updates and giveaways. Cheers!

Get Inspired By Italian Wedding Gowns That Wow...

I'm loving these gowns I found over at the Italian wedding site, iosposa.it. Pure fabulousness!

(Photo credits: via iosposa.it)

Aren't those gowns amazing? While I love them all, I'd have to say my personal favorite is the top middle red gown - it just screams romance! What's your favorite?

See, it never hurts to look outside if you're feeling uninspired from stores in your own area. If you find a must-have dress and it's too far away, make an appointment with a local seamstress and show her a picture of it. You never know what a good seamstress can accomplish unless you ask. Ciao, bellas! Happy dress hunting!

...Wedding Inspiration All Frothed Up & Lovely!

Fall has blessed us with a few gorgeous, sunny days! The kind that can make you feel all warm and fuzzy inside. As we prepare for the holiday season, let's toasty up to some frothy bridal news and wedding ideas, shall we?

(Photo credit: Picture taken by my friend Natalie of Nattyfish Adventures, while visiting Thailand. If you're planning a honeymoon, check out her blog to get inspired by her amazing travel adventures around the world!)

OneWed.com is giving brides a chance to win $500 in Dessy.com Accessories or up to 8 Lela Rose Bridesmaids Dresses! Create your own style board and enter the Dessy-Pantone-OneWed Style Board Challenge! Of course, don't forget they're still running their Off-the-Chart Wedding Giveaway where you have the chance to win $15,000 in prizes for your wedding party. What are you waiting for? Get entering!

Brides, looking for feminine yet seductive pieces for your wedding night or honeymoon? Check out the luxurious lingerie line recently launched by Brulee, including "comfortable pieces that are sexy, versatile and travel brilliantly". Go on and spoil yourself, if even just once. You deserve a little "ooh-la-la"!

Need yet another reminder to believe in love? This romantic canvas by Geezees will remind you day after day, so you'll never lose your faith!

Choosing a bridal headpiece isn't easy, especially when you have so many to choose from! See some of the most stylish ones out there, featured over at Inc. Weddings. I'm especially loving the ones by Etsy seller Austie!

(Photo credits: Etsy seller Austie)

Looking for something unique to add to your reception? If you're hosting your reception outdoors, consider this smokin' hot idea recently featured on Dynamite Weddings - a cigar bar for your guests! Love it.

Stir some flower into your bridal style with these gorgeous handmade blooms and accessories from Etsy seller bpoetic - don't forget to get inspired even further at the b.poetic blog!

Peacocks are taking over parties across the nation one blog at a time. With gorgeous blues and pretty purples, this elegant Peacock Party recently featured on Couture Parties is one of my favorites!

"Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens..." - yes, those are a few of my favorite things. Along with the blog So This Is Bliss, by Luxe Productions! Get to know the gal behind these inspiring thoughts, Misty Damico, by clicking HERE.

(Photo credit: Luxe Productions)

Planning on getting together with other wedding or bridal bloggers for a meetup? Wow your way through the door by handmaking these awesome business card holders! I love this idea found over at Orange Blossom Ink. Give them out at meetups or as gifts this holiday season! Too perfect.

For custom gowns and dresses as sweet as can be, visit SarahSeven on Etsy.

Feeling crafty? Dare to do a lil' DIY? Learn how to make paper daisies, super snazzy floral invitations that sparkle, fantastic bridal shower invites, paper windmills to use in centerpieces and other inspiring projects by visiting Eckersleys!

See how less is more with these Japanese art inspired centerpieces recently featured over at the Lotus Haus Blog.

Happy planning!

...Not The Laundry Blues!

Newlywed? You're probably too busy showing off your fab new frillies to do any laundry! Procrastinator? I hear you. Domestically Disabled? Me too. Afraid to go into your basement to do your laundry because there was a big, huge spider that sent you away screaming last time? Now there is a song and dance I am very familiar with! The answer? Soak!

Darling dearests, no matter what your story, Soak can help you out with your issues. It's as close to a fairy godmother as you're going to get. I tried it tonight for the first time and fell in love with the fresh scents and how easy it is to use! To my surprise, it actually worked better than my regular detergent. For real - I LOVE this stuff! Here's the deal...

"Soak is modern care for fine fibers. This rinse-free formulation is perfect for washing your laciest lingerie, your softest sweaters, swimwear, workout gear, hand-made quilts and even baby clothes. Soak is gentle and deliciously scented with fabric-friendly ingredients that revitalize fibers so they look great and last longer. Soak is biodegradable, non-toxic and has eco-friendly packaging." - SoakWash.com

Planning a bachelorette party or a bridal shower? Order a few sets of the Soak Mini Samples as a fabulous yet unique favor idea - it's an easy, affordable option, as they come in sets of 12. Perhaps you get crafty and tie a ribbon with a tag around each!

Order a few bottles of Soak Celebration to give as shower game prizes or a few bottles for the bride so she can Soak wash all of her new lingerie. The Soak Label Of Love 12-Pack also makes a great gift!

(Photo credits: www.soakwash.com)

Head on over to www.soakwash.com to get yours or learn more. Now through December 31st, 2009, guests can enter code SOAK09 upon checkout for 15% off all orders placed on www.soakwash.com.

Also, be sure to stop by the Soak Worthy Blog and add Jacqueline, the founder, to your list of super cool Twitter peeps. Cheers and happy soaking!

...As Featured On Chicago Style Unveiled!

I'd like to give a big huge welcome and a sincere thank you to the new Chicago Style Unveiled! You can imagine my excitement when I found out that It's A Jaime Thing was listed on their site, under The Perfect Ten - Chicago Wedding Blogs! What an honor...

(Via: The Lounge on Chicago Style Unveiled)

Also on the list were several of my favorites including...

Allori Photography

Scarlet Petal

Engaging Events by Ali

Olivia Leigh Photographie

Honey Bee Weddings

The Third Coast Bride

Chennergy

Elizabeth Anne Designs

Lola Event Productions

To read about the list and get loads more of stylish Chicago wedding inspiration, click HERE.

(Photo credit: Chicago Style Unveiled)

But wait! I'd also like to introduce you to my Chicago wedding blog friends at...

OneWed.com

Bubbly Bride Events

Trendsetting Wedding

With This Ring

Yes, it's pretty awesome having such creative and talented neighbors! Please do take the time to stop by their blogs and introduce yourselves with a lil' bit of comment or link love. Now I raise my glass (or rather, my coffee mug, but we can pretend)...

Cheers to all of you!

xo -Jaim

...And Celebrate With A Spooky Soiree!

You don't have to dress scary to have a frightening good time at your Halloween wedding! Check out these spooky yet sophisticated ideas recently featured on Brides.com...

(Photo credits: Decor, cocktails, coasters, photobooth, dress via Brides.com)