How can I incorporate the traditional something blue into my wedding day without having an entirely blue there?

Because the color blue symbolizes trust, modesty and loyalty, it’s  considered good luck for a bride to don something blue on her wedding day. You can wear a dress with a cerulean sash, blue shoes peeking out from beneath your gown, a navy garter or frilly sky blue panties. Or your something blue may be as subtle as light blue petals in your bouquet, blue toenails or a piece of jewelry with a pretty blue stone(such as blue topaz pin) attached to the underside of your gown.

Why we love it. Fun and flirty feather are totally feminine, and they’re so versatile that they can perfectly to off any bridal ‘do.

Try adding some extra drama to an already over-the-top gown with vibrant feathers secured to a couture veil. Or you can stick a few tiny peacock clips into your up-do for more subtle yet still utterly exotic flair.

Congratulations to all beautiful Brides of 2011. Bride of the Year contest is competition for all Diamond Bridal Gallery brides and a chance to win unbelievable prizes. This exiting annual contest is dedicated to all of our gorgeous brides and their magical days. Wedding day goes by so quickly and every bride dreams that it last a little bit longer. Well, Diamond Bridal Gallery gives you this chance. The Bride of the Year contest gives you the opportunity to share your special day with others, allowing the memory of this magnificent day to live on. It’s our way of saying thank you for purchasing your wedding gown from us and helping make your wedding day last longer. By selecting and submitting their best wedding photo, brides once again get to share their gorgeous wedding dress, their romance, their wedding dreams and their most important day yet. Friends and family browse through our web site and get to see breathtaking images of our beautiful brides and vote for the favorite ones. This contest is simple, the bride with most votes wins the first price, which is amazing vacation for two to Barceló Maya Colonial-Tropical Resort. Second price is a spa treatment for two at Luxe Hair Lounge + Day Spa, and the third prize is a Dinner for two at Delta King Hotel & Restaurant. Every bride has a chance of winning any one of those amazing prices and go away for dreamy romantic getaway with her husband just for choosing Diamond Bridal Gallery. Come and see our unbelievable wedding wear collection and you could be our next Bride of the Year 2012!!!

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For spring 2012 designers are inspired by diverse influences, showcasing a range of
styles and lifestyles, from free and playful and light and breezy, to contemporary classics. Colors likewise reflect these differing moods, encapsulating vivid brights, soft muted tones and fun-loving pastels.

“Consumers look to spring for renewed energy, optimism and the promise of a brighter day,” said Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute®. “They
have learned how color can help them alter a mood and provide the vitality and enthusiasm that enables them to experiment with new looks and color combinations.”

Provocative Tangerine Tango, an enticing juicy orange, is a vivacious and appealing refresher to enliven anyone’s outlook this spring. Providing a jolt of energy, Solar Power radiates warmth and cheer.

Fanciful Bellflower, a distinct ornamental purple, exudes uniqueness and creativity. Scintillating and sexy, Cabaret is a sensual and intense rosy-red — an excellent
choice for summer clothing and cosmetics.

Sodalite Blue, a classic maritime hue, brings order and calmness to mind. Like an
anchor to a ship, this dependable shade works with every color in the palette.
Cockatoo, a tactile blue-green, is sure to make your spirits soar. This unusual hue
adds a whimsical touch to the palette and will surely make a statement this spring.

Margarita, a piquant yellow-green, lifts spirits with its refreshing and stimulating glow. Reminiscent of a blossoming garden on an early spring morning, fragrant Sweet Lilac evokes the fresh scents of summer. This delicate pinkish lilac adds a touch of romance
to any wardrobe.

Natural versatile neutrals add practicality to this season’s brights. Driftwood, an
adaptable blend of beige and gray with a slightly weathered feel, and Starfish, a
perfect warm summer neutral, complement all colors featured in this season’s top 10.

For an ultra-bold vibrant look this spring, try mixing Bellflower with Tangerine Tango
and Cabaret. Combine Margarita with Sweet Lilac and Cockatoo for a subtle
alternative, or combine Margarita with Sweet Lilac and Driftwood for a more
practical variation. Solar Power is best juxtaposed with Sodalite Blue. For a safer
bet, add a natural neutral like Starfish to the mix.

For over 18 years, Pantone, the global authority on color, has surveyed the designers
of New York Fashion Week and beyond to bring you the season’s most important
color trends. This report previews the most prominent hues for spring 2012.

Dessy Collection by Vivian Diamond, our premium dress line, offers upscale, modern options for you. Each dress is designed with excellence in mind and constructed with specialty fabrics.

The holidays are a time for the gathering of friends and family. What better way to welcome them into your home than with a pot of coffee and something sweet to eat? Find recipes for cakes, cookies, and desserts they’ll love, plus the coffee they can’t do without, to keep the holidays running smoothly.

Frozen Mochaccino

• 1 cup(s) double-strength brewed coffee or espresso (see Tip)
• 1 cup(s) low-fat milk
• 2 tablespoon(s) unsweetened natural cocoa powder (not Dutch-process), plus more for sprinkling
• 2 tablespoon(s) pure maple syrup
• 1/8 teaspoon(s) vanilla extract
• 1 ice cube, or up to 2 cubes, if needed

Directions

1. Freeze coffee in an ice cube tray until firm, at least 4 hours or overnight.
2. Combine the frozen coffee cubes, milk, cocoa, maple syrup to taste, and vanilla in a blender. Pulse until smooth, adding plain ice cubes if you want it thicker or a little water if you want it thinner. Divide between 2 glasses, dust with a little cocoa powder, if desired, and serve immediately.Exchanges: 1/2 reduced fat milk, 1 carbohydrate (other) Carbohydrate Servings: 1 1/2 Nutrition Bonus: Magnesium (35% daily value), Calcium (17% dv)

Tips & Techniques

Chocolate brown is a perennial favorite among brides. This year, they are exploring new colors to team it with, including pale pink, mandarin orange, and turquoise blue. Kelly green is ideal for the bride looking to throw a formal affair or one who wants to take a more casual route. You can also spice up the java with some juicy green apple tone.

BRIDAL PARTY STYLE Go green and dress the girls in a dark hue like hunter, a bright one like kiwi, or a neutral tone like a sea glass. If you can’t settle on one shade, work two in to the dress style. A formal occasion calls deep brown dresses paired with an earth-toned bouquet. A green bouquet can be cheerful and organic: think fern, pods, cockscomb, and Kermit mums. Kale stands in as strong floral filler. Accents like acorns, pinecones, and mushrooms caps are the perfect touches for any bouquet.

RECEPTION IDEAS Fill planters with greenery and paint table numbers on them in green and brown to match your décor. Use tables made of bamboo. You can also fill dark brown baskets with limes for a natural table display. Wrap brown bands printed with your monogram or the wedding date around fruit as a favor.

PERSONAL TOUCH Reinvent the candy apple. Dip green apples in dark chocolate and wrap them in Cello sleeves for a sweet send-off.