Do you LOVE shoes? Do you LOVE art?
Whether you love one or both, the new coffee-style book Art & Sole by Jane Gershon Weitzman {husband to the famous Stuart Weitzman} will be a treasured keepsake.
Inside this book you will find around 150 shoes from over 1,000 that have been commissioned for display in the store windows since the first Stuart Weitzman retail shop opened in the mid-1990's on Madison Avenue in NYC. Keep in mind, the shoes showcased inside this book are not meant to be worn. "Art shoes" are pure fantasy. You will flip through the pages of Art & Sole in amazement as you see shoes made from the most unique materials including feathers, paper, ceramic, metal, resin, playing cards, corrugated cardboard, Swarovski crystals, even fresh flowers {by Jane Carroll} and frosting {by THE Sylvia Weinstock}.
Art & Sole is the perfect gift for any occasion including bridal showers and for gifting to the bridal party. The book is gorgeous even before it's opened as it features a vibrant red cloth hardcover with an elaborately embossed crystal shoe and gilded edging on the pages of the book. There's even a satin ribbon marker {not sure why exactly, but I love books that have this}. This book retails for $30, but right now you can purchase Art & Sole for just $21.77.
For the month of October, 100% of the profits from the sale of Art & Sole will go towards breast cancer research {Jane "spearheaded philanthropy for the Stuart Weitzman company by generating funds to support breast and ovarian cancer research and awareness}.
Today's post was so fun to put together. I love thinking "outside the box". So when Target asked me to interpret their wedding theme of "Be Yourself, Together", I immediately knew I was up for the challenge. I had to think of two products from Target, that even though they might not be typically paired together, they create a unique and inspiring wedding gift when combined. The rule was that one of the items had to specifically be from the Target Wedding Registry. When I saw the Schwinn Legacy Cruisers I knew I had the first part of the challenge completed.
I love the idea of wedding gift shopping for couples using the theme "Be Yourself, Together". After all - a marriage brings two unique people together, yet you want to still celebrate their individuality. So, what could be better than shopping for a unique item for each person, that they can use on their own and share with one another?
The gift items I chose for "Be Yourself, Together" would also be a great choice for my husband and myself. My husband loves to mountain bike and is particularly fond of road biking these days. Me? I'd rather take a nice leisurely long hot shower {so nice soft towels would be my choice}. I'm going to be completely honest and say that sweating is on my list of least favorites things. So, this is where the "Be Yourself" part comes in. However, these two gift items would also be used by both of us {hence the "Together" part}, as I definitely love a relaxing bike ride, especially in the cool days of fall and after a strenuous bike ride {by him}, you have to take a shower to get clean, right?
Are any of you registered at Target or if you're already married, was your registry with Target? If you can think of any unique items to pair together for your registry, what would it be?
This post is brought to you by Target, but all opinions and content are my own. You can follow along on twitter with the hashtag #TargetWedding to see what other bloggers have put together as their two products of choice for "Be Yourself, Together".
Colored Dipped Canvas Tote Bag: These bags are new and are very popular. Choose from 6 dipped bottom colors. Each bag is personalized with a first name, monogram or one initial in your choice of 20 thread colors. There is a clutch and wine tote available with the same dipped bottoms to match.
Chevron Spa Bag: These unique bags with a zig zag design are available in 7 colors, and can be personalized in your choice of 12 thread colors. They're 8.5 inches wide so they can hold your cosmetics and your other favorite items.
Plush Hooded Spa Robe: Whether you’re planning a day at the spa with the girls before your wedding, or want to give them something that they can wear on the morning of your wedding while they’re getting ready, these personalized robes make wonderful gifts for bridesmaids.
Bridesmaid Candle: These Bridesmaid Candles can be decorated in your choice of 12 Swarovski Crystal colors, regular lace, French lace, real flowers or seashells. Over 60 candle designs to choose from. These make truly unique gifts because you can write your own personal 5 line message to each individual bridesmaid.
Personalized Women’s Jewelry Box: These make beautiful gifts for bridesmaids. Each leather jewelry box has 10 compartments to keep their favorite jewelry in. Plus, the glass is personalized with the bridesmaid’s first name.
Personalized Lasting Memories Keepsake Box: This unique gift is great for holding photos from your bachelorette party, rehearsal dinner, wedding and other personal keepsake items. Includes 2 lines of personalization on the front of the box.
Personalized Glass Photo Vase: A personalized flower vase that can be used forever makes a wonderful gift. After the wedding, your bridesmaids can display their favorite photo of your wedding in the front, and the vase holds flowers as a reminder of your special day.