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Wedding Dogs : A Celebration of Holy Muttrimony - funny outtake #3

It's now day 3 of the funny doggie outtakes. My daughter and I love looking thru the new {great coffee table} book, "Wedding Dogs : A Celebration of Holy Muttrimony". I have recorded her doing several of "voice overs" of what she thinks the dog is saying/thinking and I will be sharing them with you each day this week. And, now for today's vocal/funny outtake {with one of the most adorable dogs - just look at that face} . . .

See Doggie Outtake Day 2See Doggie Outtake Day 1

Don't forget to pre-order your copy of Wedding Dogs {scheduled to be released on April 16th}. This book is perfect for the couple that plans to have their canine companion celebrate their special day with them or for any dog lover out there.

Wedding Dogs : A Celebration of Holy Muttrimony - funny outtake #2

wedding dogs photos

As promised, it's day 2 of the funny outtakes. My daughter loves looking thru the new book, "Wedding Dogs : A Celebration of Holy Muttrimony" and coming up with what the dog in the photo might be saying. I have recorded her doing several of her "voice overs" and will be sharing them with you each day this week. And, now for today's vocal/funny outtake . . .

See Doggie Outtake Day 1

Don't forget to pre-order your copy of Wedding Dogs {scheduled to be released on April 16th}. This book is perfect for the couple that plans to have their canine companion celebrate their special day with them or for any dog lover out there.

PS: this post contains affiliate links, by clicking on them and making a purchase I will receive a small
percentage of the sale which I then use towards creating new and exciting things for you on the blog :)

Wedding Dogs : A Celebration of Holy Muttrimony - funny outtake #1

I recently received the cutest wedding book I think I have ever seen. It's called Wedding Dogs : A Celebration of Holy Muttrimony {the name alone totally makes it a must-read}. This book is filled with beautiful photographs of dogs all fancied up for weddings. Each dog comes with a story about the wedding they were in along with their name {there's even Poopsie the dog}. My daughter is loving this book as much as I am. She's definitely a fan of cute dogs and as she started looking thru the pages, she kept coming out with funny things that it looked like the dogs were saying. So, each day this week, I will be sharing with you one of her "doggie outtakes". Hope you enjoy starting your day off with a smile :)

Don't forget to pre-order your copy of Wedding Dogs {scheduled to be released on April 16th}. This book is perfect of course for the couple that plans to have their canine companion celebrate their special day with them or for any dog lover out there.

wedding dogs photos

PS: this post contains affiliate links, by clicking on them and making a purchase I will receive a small
percentage of the sale which I then use towards creating new and exciting things for you on the blog :)

fibi & clo sandals - chic jeweled designs for weddings + summer fun

I was recently given the opportunity to receive a pair of fibi & clo sandals and I have to say I was immediately in love!!!!!! Not only are they the super comfortable, but the sparkle on them is outstanding! I'm a HUGE sucker for anything with a bit of sparkle, especially on sandals. I received the following pair called Love Knot and they retail for $45. These, and all the sandals choices are absolutely perfect for your beach and/or destination wedding.

My guess is you will have a hard time picking your favorite sandal - but at prices from $45 for the flat sandals to $65 for wedge styles, you could always choose several. And, these fibi & clo jeweled sandals make great gifts for your bridesmaids as these are sandals that you will definitely be wearing after the wedding day again and again.

Fibi and clo sansals are sold exclusively at in-home shoe parties and now online. How fun would it be to have a party with all your friends and getting new sandals at the same time?

Trump SoHo New York : luxury wedding venue and hotel in Manhattan

I was recently invited to attend a fun event in NYC at the Trump SoHo New York for bridal bloggers and editors. We were able to experience Trump SoHo as a bride-to-be including everything from an overnight stay to primping to partying. It was an experience I will truly remember and I thank Dana, Nubia, Nicole and the entire staff at Trump SoHo for an amazing stay. Today I'll be sharing with you lots of photos that I took with my iPhone as well as all the details on the hotel {which is truly breathtaking}.

Before an amazing dinner, we were treated to a spa suite party experience with mini treatments including make-up and hair while enjoying yummy snacks and drinks. In the Spa Suite collection there are 3 luxury suites that offer the ultimate pampering experience. Two of the suites feature private treatment rooms, and one includes a private sauna for two. All suites feature bathrooms with 32-inch deep Jacuzzi tubs, hydrotherapy jets in oversized showers, a stocked mini bar with healthy snack options, an in-room yoga mat, and a private entrance to the 11,000-sq-ft spa. This is perfect for the bride and her bridesmaids as they get ready for the wedding or are having a fun girl weekend getaway.

After getting beautified, we were able to get into the Rent the Runway dresses we selected. Since my baby bump was a bit bigger than I thought, my back-up size dress still didn't quite fit. But, I came prepared and brought my own black dress along for the event. We all then went to dinner 46 stories above New York's majestic skyline in the glass-enclosed SoHi that overlooks the Hudson River. Words cannot even describe the views from this venue space {and the stunning ceiling treatment that can be color changed - see above photo}. And, being there to see the sunset was absolutely gorgeous. This is the perfect place for a reception that can accommodates up to 80 people for intimate weddings or 150 for receptions. It's also an ideal location for cocktails to be served before heading into one of the other event spaces for your reception or even the after wedding party. Trump SoHo NY boasts more than 12,000-sq-ft of elegant event space. All events are planned with the assistance of the special events team and in addition to SoHi, the other venues include the 3,894-sq-ft SoHo Ballroom, the 2,224-sq-ft Hudson Square, and the 1,026-sq-ft covered Spring Terrace.

And, while we enjoyed an amazing dinner, cocktails {mocktails for me} and yummy mini desserts - we were able to make our own wedding bouquet with the help of Flowers of the World. Here's the creation I came up with - I call it my shabby chic bouquet :)

After the dinner we were able to enjoy a night stay in a luxury deluxe guestroom. Each of these guestrooms feature Fendi Casa furniture and floor-to-ceiling windows. The next morning we enjoyed a lovely breakfast spread in a penthouse suite and as were were led up the suite, we received a tour of a few other suites that are available. What AMAZING views!!!!!

I hope to one day return to Trump SoHo New York - and if you are looking for the perfect wedding location for your wedding, do consider Trump SoHo. Not only, will the event team take care of everything for you, but the entire staff at Trump SoHo New York is super nice and always ready to help in anyway they can if needed.