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Hey guys – I just wanted to let you know that I am debuting a new blog this week:) It is called Wedding Style Diva, and will cover all things fashion – bridal gowns, bridesmaid dresses, celebrity wedding fashions, tiaras, shoes, etc. I can’t promise it will be very budget-friendly, but I promise it will give you lots of inspiration:) Don’t forget to bookmark it:)

JUST A REMINDER:

The $199 Sale at Chrys Cross Bridal ends TOMORROW, August 31, 2007.

Preston Bailey has everyone talking this week with a new website design and the exciting launch of his own wedding blog: Inspirations & Transformations! Preston’s amazing floral and event designs have earned him a spot as one of todays top wedding celebrities – and a client list that includes names like Oprah and Donald Trump. While his services might be a little out of the price range of a bride on a budget – his website, his blog and his books are sure to provide more the a little bit of inspiration for any bride.

If you love floral design and event design – you’re going to want to get your hands on at least one of these books! They are so full of gorgeous inspiration that you will want to read, re read and re-re read them. Each one is full of beautiful photographs of amazing design and floral arrangements, making perfect coffee table books or engagement gifts. Each of Preston’s books retails for $45, but you can find them in on our Amazon Bookshelf for under $30 with free shipping.

For bride’s who have their hearts set on some Preston Bailey styling – if a destination wedding is something you would consider, you can get Preston Bailey wedding packages at Sandals starting as low as $1700! The $1700 Floral Elegance Package includes Location Decor, Bridal Bouquet, Groom’s Boutineirre, Wedding Cake, 2 Centerpieces, seating and table seatings for the bride and groom, and seating for additional guests as required. That’s a fair bit of Preston Bailey Style for a great price. Here are some pictures from the Floral Elegance package.

This year’s edition of the Cheap-Chic-Weddings Toilet Paper Wedding Dress Contest has come to a close and these dress was the luck winner! The designers at Chrys Cross Bridal and Nadine Sheree are now working to produce a wearable version of the gown which will be available to purchase this coming fall!

The entries this year were astounding once again. It really is amazing what some of these ladies have been able to come up with using toilet paper a glue. I particularly like the ruched bustline line with loop detailing on winning gown – very nicely done! Here are some of the other entries that are worth showing off!

This contest isn’t really a “wedding” contest – but the prize is a $160 package including a Daily Planner – something every bride should have! It is being hosted by Two Moms In A Blog and The Busy Woman and it is completely free to enter so check it out today:)

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Remember this? Last summer, we shared this picture with you – it is the winning design from the 2006 TP Wedding Dress contest! Well, the 2007 contest is on now and there is still time to enter. Entry deadline is June 15th.  To enter, you must create a wedding gown using toilet paper and glue.  The winner will receive a $500 cash prize to use as they please!!  The runner up will receive a $200 gift certificate to use towards their wedding favors.

This year, the winning design will also be made into a gown which will be designed and sold by this year’s contest sponsor, Chrys Cross Bridal!!

You don’t have to be a bride to enter:)