Thursday, April 28, 2011

The Royal Wedding

I don't know about any of you but I am beyond excited for William & Kate's big day! I have been following it on a regular basis and I just find it all so interesting and entertaining. I am going to be bringing some details to the blog as much as I can as the day goes. Please feel free to contribute anything you have seen or heard as well! For now enjoy some pre-wedding info & photos!

The Royal Wedding Invitation



4.28.2011
10:30pm
I heard on the radio a few weeks ago a list of things Kate will not be allowed to do once she becomes a Princess. Some of them make sense and others are quite... well... decide for yourself.

1. People may not address her as ‘Kate’ Once married, her official title is “Her Royal Highness Princess William of Wales.”
2. She will not have the right to vote
3. She cannot aspire to political office
4. She cannot escape public observation. The future princess will have to avoid exhibitionism. She will have the approval from the public and rejection. She will always be in the sights of the people, the press and the rest of the world.
5. She cannot play Monopoly. In 2008, Prince Andrew, Duke of York, said the royal family was not allowed to play Monopoly at home because “it was a very vicious game.”
6. She cannot express issues that cause controversy. She cannot disclose publicly announce her political preferences, social, sexual or accept large amounts of money from the “business” for an interview with her husband.
7. She cannot eat seafood. The royal family does not eat seafood for fear of getting sick or poisoned.
8. She cannot perform any work. Although Kate has degree in Art History, she may not work for money while she is part of the royal family but is allowed to take part in official activities, charitable causes and supporting her husband Williams on official missions.
9. She cannot sign papers which are not official. Kate cannot sign autographs or anything other than official papers already authorized by the Queen, just so her signature doesn’t get faked. But she could sign some papers and government regulation in lieu of her husband.
10. She cannot finish her meal. In Britain, when the queen finishes her meal, all guests must be done as well.

04.29.2011
12:45
The official program for the wedding was just released as well as a very cute, more laid back engagement photograph.






 

04.29.2011
5:30am
British weddings are guaranteed to be fun and fashionable because of one thing... THE HATS!!! I wish this was a tradition we had in the US. How fabulous are these women?!?! Even if they missed the mark, which some did (we won't mention any names), they get to add an super fun accessory to their outfit! Check out some of the best (and worst) from The Royal Wedding.









04.29.2011
6:00am
The Royal wedding party arrive and most importantly, the most awaited arrival of them all! The beautiful bride and her AMAZING dress! A long-sleeved dress with English and French Chantilly lace appliqué bodice, satin gazar pleated skirt and nine-foot train by Sarah Burton of Alexander McQueen.
                    




04.29.2011
7:30am

The ceremony was absolutely beautiful and the choir gave us chills! Check out the bride & groom as they leave Westminster Abbey and make sure to notice their transportation!



One of our favorite moments from the wedding, William helps Kate into the marriage. As them start to leave, Kate turns to William and asks "Are you happy?" He replies "Yes" and asks her the same. 

04.29.2011
9:00am
We knew the cakes would be amazing, but these exceeded our expectations! The grooms cake was a bit plain, but the main wedding cake! My goodness! Check out the detail put into this cake!





04.29.2011
around 9:00am

THE KISS!!!


04.29.2011
11:00am
The Getaway Car! William and Kate wanted to make sure to add some "common" wedding traditions and this was definitely a fun one to keep!


04.29.2011
8:00pm
The Queen of England gave a 600+ guest brunch reception for the bride and groom at Buckingham Palace but what about the after party? Prince Charles, Prince William's father, threw the newlyweds an amazing dinner reception full with 300 of their closest friends and family! And a wedding after party wouldn't be complete without a wardrobe change! The bride wore another gown by Sarah Burton and the groom changed into a tradition tuxedo.








Thursday, April 21, 2011

Newest Addition to Just Be.... Bella

We would like to take a moment to introduce the newest addition to the Just Be. family... Bella!
Bella is part of our bridal show display and her debut went very well at The Carriage House last week.


Bella is like a chandelier.
She doesn't really have a purpose or function, but isn't she lovely?

 

She's got a cute back side too! I think her paper bow may be my favorite part.


Her neckline is made of Just Be. business cards.
Her corset style midsection features place cards.
The top layer of her skirt is made of monogram favor tags.
The second layer is made of die-cut reception cards.


The next layer of her skirt is made of invitations with rhinestone accents,
and the last layer is made of menu cards which lay on black tissue paper.


If you missed Bella's debut, 
be sure to come see her in the Fall at the Seaview Bridal Show.

If you can't wait that long, she will be hanging out at
Wedding Belles Boutique in Northfield.

A special thank you to 
Tina & Terry of Wedding Belles Boutique 
for letting us borrow the dress form!

<3
Be. & Bella

Monday, April 18, 2011

Bridal Show: The Carriage House

This past Thursday was Just Be.'s second bridal show and it was awesome! The venue was wonderful, filled with tons of amazing brides so excited to plan their weddings and I can not wait to work with them! Not only were the brides amazing but I had the opportunity to meet and mingle with some of the best vendors in South Jersey. All in all, a wonderful evening! Check out some of the photos from the show and a special surprise that finally made an appearance!








Allow me to introduce you to Bella! The newest member of Just Be.

Make sure to check back for a full blog post about this little lady!

xoxo
be.