Tuesday, December 2, 2014

What's Your Wedding Day Fragrance?

Are you a regular perfume wearer? Do you only pull out that beautiful bottle of perfume on special occasions or hardly ever?

Well your wedding day is the one day you should be to perfection. You should be flawless not just in a gorgeous gown but in an awesome fragrance. To make your wedding day unforgettable, pick a scent that you've never worn or not very often at all. This way, when you open the bottle on your 25th anniversary and beyond, you can instantly be transported back to the emotions and ambiances of your wedding day. Make it your signature scent!

Quick Note:  Make sure that when choosing your signature scent for the day to keep in mind some very important factors:  the weather, your surroundings, pick a scent that is "You", get a second opinion, and the bridal bouquet you will be carrying (you wouldn't want these scents to clash).

Listed below are a few fabulous fragrances that we think would enhance any wedding day.

The 10 Best Wedding Day Fragrances

Something Blue Eau de Parfum Spray by Oscar de la RentaInspired by life's most magical moments, this romantic fragrance opens with a sparkling burst of mandarin and linden blossom and warms to an irresistibly sultry finish with notes of bourbon vanilla and white musk.
Retail: $85 1.7 oz Nordstrom

 Love in White by Creed
This intoxicating bouquet is made up of the best ingredients from around the globe: Orange zest from Spain, rice husk from Tonkin, white jasmine from Italy, daffodils from France, magnolia from Guatemala, Bulgarian rose, sandalwood from India and ambergris from Calabria. 
Retail: $290 75ml Neiman Marcus

Romance by Ralph LaurenThe timeless essence of falling in love. Created for the woman who believes in true love, affection, warmth and togetherness. The fragrance of tender moments and the simple joys of life.
Retail:  $68 1.7oz Macy's

Eli Saab 'Le Parfum' by Elie Saab
A harmony of white flowers, cedar wood a drop of honey creates an encounter as feminine as
as a trail of an evening gown. An addictive refined fragrance with a Mediterranean spirit
Retail:  $94 1.6 oz  Nordstrom

Michael Kors Eau de Parfume Spray by Michael Kors
Modern meets classic as cool meets warm.  Bright, creamy florals meets smoky, seductive
incense notes in a thoroughly modern scent.  Creamy florals explode into exotic spices, tamed by Moraccan incense.

Retail:  $88 1.7 oz Sephora

For the Chic Bride: Signorina by Salvatore Ferragamo
A celebration of Chic young women with the elegant and all Italian style
Retail: $80 1.7 oz   Ferragamo

My Little Chloe' by Chloe'
Feminine. Floral. Luminous. Evoking a fresh cut roses,
Roses de Chloe' is an invitation to grace -Retail:  $95 1.7 oz

Feminine. Elegant. Chic. Chloe captures the spirit of women. Fresh, smooth, comfortable
and totally addictive.  A sublime powdery rose.
Chloe' Eau de Parfum Collection - Retail:  $130 2.5 oz

Chloe Eau de Toilette Fragrance
Feminine. Sophisticated. Chic. Chloe's signature scent captures the spirited
individuality of women. A sublime powdery rose, the fragrance is fresh and feminine with
an utterly innate sense of chic  - Retail $85 2.5 oz
Found at Macy's 



Miss Dior by Christian Dior
Discover Miss Dior, the fragrance that inspired love and romance. A sensual blend of Italian Mandarin, Egyptian Jasmine and Indonesian Patchouli captures the dazzling Dior spirit in a modern Couture fragrance!
Retail:  $90 1.7 oz   Macy's

Vera Wang Be Jeweled by Vera Wang
Spirited. Feminine. Independent. A sparkling inside and out scent that is
illuminated like a brilliant cluster of gems.
Retail:  $45 1.0 oz  Kohl's



Dolce by Dolce & Gabbana

Dolce is a gentle, feminine mix of white flowers introduced by the freshness of neroli leaves and defined by the full-bodied scent of white amaryllis, a South African flower used for the first time ever in scent.
Retail:  $70 1.0 oz  Sephora

What will be your signature wedding fragrance?

DeVonda Manning

Happy  Planning!

Monday, November 17, 2014

Celebrity Wedding ~ Solange Knowles

Happy Monday everyone!

You would have to have been under a rock not to have heard that Beyonce's little sister, Solange Knowles (28) was married this weekend to her long time beau, video director, Alan Ferguson (51). The wedding was held in New Orleans, Louisiana with 200 of their closest family and friends including her son Danielle Julez (10), her Mom Tina Knowles, Beyonce' and Jay-Z along with baby Blue Ivy.

Wedding Details:  Love that the couple decided to set the trend instead of sticking with the traditional aspects of everyday weddings.  The couple along with all of their guest wore all white, the couple had no ordinary limousine, instead they arrived to the ceremony riding vintage white-painted bicycles. I will have to say the wedding portraits also were a tad unorthodox too and love it. My favorite is the all-female family tableau.

Solange walked down the aisle to Donny Hathaway's, I Love the Lord, He Heard My Cry. There were performances by Kelela, Questlove, and Kindness - and an adorable dance-off between Knowles and her son Daniel to "No Flex Zone".

Enjoy the view!

Bridal Gown by Humberto Leon











What are some of your favorite elements from this wedding?

Happy Planning,

DeVonda Manning

Wednesday, November 12, 2014

Simply Lavish Real Wedding: Darci & David | Four Seasons

Happy Wedding Wednesday! Today we are sharing our latest wedding with college sweethearts Darci & David. After seven years of courtship, David wanted to make it official.

Color Palette:  Taupe, Pink and Gold

The Scene:  The couple wanted a traditional Jewish wedding that would take place in the hotel's courtyard. Darci was escorted by her father and mother while Canon in D played. The two said "I D" under Chuppah adorned in white linen and white roses.  Afterwards the couple's 170 wedding guest moved into the ballroom where soft creams, taupe, golds, and pinks anchored the traditional reception.

Bridal Attire:  Darbi wore a stunning gown by Monique Lhuillier that had a delicate beaded bodice and she complimented the gown with silver Christian Louboutin heels.  Her bridesmaids wore navy Monique Lhullier bridesmaid gowns with sweetheart necklines.

Groom's Attire:  David wore Hugo Boss tuxedo and his David Yurman cufflinks which were a gift from Darci.


Thank you Darci & David for allowing Simply Lavish Weddings & Events to be a part of your day. Here are some of our favorite details of the day.

Enjoy the View!
















Happy Planning!
DeVonda Manning

Friday, November 7, 2014

Friday's Fantastic Find ~ David Tutera for Mon Cheri Spring 2015 Spring Collection

If you are a bride-to-be, please take a look at one of the most beautiful bridal collection out right now, David Tutera for Mon Cheri Spring 2015.  Everything about these gowns are sophisticated, elegant, fancy and perfect for a Simply Lavish affair.  I promise you, these gowns will make you feel like you're part of fairy-tale.

Enjoy the view!




















Happy Planning!


DeVonda Manning