Something Borrowed, Something Blue...

As I've passed into my thirties I am attending fewer weddings and in turn more baptisms and birthday parties. But don't let this fool you, I still adore weddings and appreciate destination weddings now more than ever!

Holidays often inspire proposals, as it did for the fiance of one friend of mine this year. In her honor, here are a few ideas for fun gifts to celebrate this wonderful occasion.

It should come as no surprise that I enjoy reading about what's new in the world of weddings.  My favorite of course is ~ Town & Country's Weddings. As you know from this post, T&C is my favorite magazine. And it just so happens to be on news stands right now!



I stumbled upon this gorgeous notebook with "Wedding Belle" embossed on the cover while browsing through Smythons of Bond Street's online sale. I think it's the perfect gift to give a recently engaged friend. Lord knows when I was planning my wedding I was constantly jotting down notes about flowers, linens, guests lists and a million other things. I had a hot pink notebook from the Container store (which I loved!) but don't you think this little notebook is a bit more sophisticated? And it's on sale for only $36 right now. Click here to buy.

This beautiful glass has been one of my favorites for years! It celebrates love... of all kinds and just happens to be from my all time favorite shop, The Menagerie and not just because Vickie, it's owner was my very first employer. I credit her entirely with my love of sterling flatware. In fact, I could do an entire post on my love for this store. They sell linens, china, crystal, sterling and so many beautiful gifts for the home. Oh and how could I forget, they sell stunning one of a kind fine jewlery. I mean DH did have my engagement ring and wedding band made here. And his ring came from there as well, natch. So if you find yourself in Austin, Texas please please find time to stop in and tell Vickie I said hello! She and her staff make every customer feel like they are one of the family. If you don't find yourself in Austin, you can check out their website as well, www.themenagerie.com.

So, just a couple of gifts that make me smile. As with all my posts I hope you get a couple of new ideas and if you stumble upon a giggle or snicker here or there, well then that just makes my day!


Cheers, 
Ouiser