Sarai's Sweet Masquerade

It's not often that I post non wedding events. But then I realized in doing so, I was taking away the opportunity to introduce my readers my creativity and versatility in event design.

In March of 2010, I had the honor of assisting Jackie, Sarai's mom plan this wonderful soiree for her exceptionally talented and beautiful daughter. There were so many ideas brimming, but we wanted to focus on what Sarai wanted for her Sweet Sixteen Rite of Passage.

She loved the theme of a Masquerade.

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Sarai chose for her color palette Salmon, peach, and yellow.

Did I mention, she's a model? So Matt of Matthew Charles Anderson Photography had an awesome time shooting the event.

The days events commenced with a spiritual ceremony, where she was presented with flowers by her grandmother, the donning of her shoes, and then she was crowned. Following a celebration that was enjoyed by all who attended. It was special and very emotional.

Sarai and her parents were extremely pleased with how things turned out. And I was touched that I was a part of it.

Happy Sweet Sixteen Sarai!

Images in this post: Charles Matthew Anderson Photography

Babies at Lisa Michelle

{Photo Credit: ME}

I get so excited when I hear from past clients that they are expecting. I become beyond overjoyed when their bundle of joy finally arrives. In the summer of 2008, I assisted my sister Adrienne in planning her wedding. In May of 2010, she gave birth to a beautiful bouncing baby boy. She and hubby Dwight are so very happy.

So blog-o-sphere, it is with great pleasure that I introduce to you, baby Dwight Sean Howard, Jr. (featured above with, Ryan (cousin, and my son). I snapped this photo on my BB one lovely afternoon.

Babies are Blessings from up above. Don't you just love them?

Congratulations Mr. & Mrs. Howard!!

Crowning Your Glory

No matter what you decide to "don" on your head for your special day, just make sure that you do it with STYLE. With the sign of the times, new styles and trends are constantly popping up within the wedding industry.

(Cathedral Crystal flecked Veil - Google Pics}

It is important that it is appropriate for your age, facial, body, and dress structure.

{Swarovski Crystal Tiara - Google Pic}

{Birdcage Veil and Feather - MJTrimming}

{Birdcage Veil and Floral Comb - MJTrimming}

Also keep in mind what works for the model in the magazine, the bride in the fitting room next to you, or the current trend, may not necessarily work for you.

{Swarovski Crystal Comb - Google Pics}

If you don't find one at the time of your dress purchase, don't feel forced into buying one either. Go with someone you trust and try on several different styles before making any rash decisions. Take photos and compare. More importantly, your overall thought and feeling should be the same about your headpiece as you would feel about your dress and your shoes...Perfection.

XOXO