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Brenda's Wedding Blog is your online resource for planning your dream elegant wedding. Helping you find the "wow" in weddings.

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Earlier today I posted a pink and silver wedding inspiration board, and now I have some new blog launches and special promos to share with you . . .
The blog for Amy of Amy Squires Photography {aka one of the Wedding Chicks} has a new look and feel. She wanted a softer look, but to still keep the same lovely romantic feeling. I'm loving the pink and grey.

Designs by Liat {known for her custom invitations at affordable prices} is offering my readers 10% off all orders with promo code BRIDE10 - be sure to check out her couture collection - it's lovely.

Additionally . . .
Linda & Harriett is having a sale - their gorgeous letterpress 2009 calendar is 25% off, while oversized flats and holiday notecards are 50% off.

Coren Moore has just launched their new blog {which will feature real weddings, company updates, as well as other fun wedding thoughts and ideas}

Congratulations Jenny

Just had to take a moment to send BIG CONGRATULATIONS to Jenny Orsini from Pampered Bride Weddings who had a baby boy last week. Sending much love to her and the family as they welcome the new bundle of joy into their lives. You can read more and see a pic of the new baby on Jenny's Blog. And, thank you Jenny for the wonderful write-up you recently posted after I featured your Real Wedding of Renee and Sean last week.

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Today's "This and That" includes some of the latest wedding sales. Please be sure to check out our Wedding News for even more specials and packages that are available.

RICHART Chocolates
Thru today (December 11th) only! FREE Shipping on orders of $100 or more. This is a first time offer for the Gourmet French Chocolatier. {ps: I love their packaging and they do carry wedding favors}

Original Runner Company
Receive 15% off when using promotional code "annsale08"! Order must be placed by Monday, December 15th to qualify for the Annual Sale Savings.

Amaya Dylan Bridal Gallery
Liquidation Sale - up to 70% off all 2008 styles in stock. 20% off special orders with a 60% deposit.

The Bridal Warehouse
Bridal Gown Liquidation Sale - Save 50-75% off all in-stock and sample bridal gowns. They need to make room for new inventory. While stocks last.

A Divine Affair, LLC in New Jersey
$9995.00 all inclusive wedding package (100 guests Fri & Sun) includes: 5 hour reception, DJ, photographer, officient, flowers, invitations, centerpieces, cake, favors and of course their services for day of coordinations. Please call them for additional information.

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I have a few different items that I wanted to share with you today . . .

Wedding Invitations from Minna Designs
reader discount
Minna Designs specializes in unique, custom designed print collateral for weddings and special events. Minna is currently offering 20% off her design fee for the month of December. Simply mention you found out about her on this blog to receive your discount!

Above are some detail shots of Minna's beautiful work - more custom designs can be found on her web site.

 

Giambattista Valli's 2nd Trunk Show
Due to the huge success of the first trunk show, Bergdorf Goodman will be holding a second trunk show for the exclusive launch of Giambattista Valli's debut Spring 2009 Bridal Collection. The show will take place from December 2nd thru the 4th at Bergdorf Goodman in the 7th floor Bridal Salon from 10am-6pm. At the trunk show, brides-to-be will once again have the opportunity to purchase any one of the thirteen gowns, which will not be available in any other stores.

 

eLuxury's Fall Sale
eLuxury is currently having a Fall Sale with up to 40% off in savings, and you can also receive free ground shipping for any purchases made before December 15th.

 

eLuxury's New Handbag Collection
eLuxury
has just introduced a new collection of Louis Vuitton luxury travel handbags, the Louis Vuitton Damier Neverfull. While on the high end of the price scale, these would make for a lovely honeymoon accessory. Maybe the wedding party could each go in on the purchase and surprise the bride with a handbag? You could even fill it with some essential items for a complete gift. You can see the bags here, here and here.

Giveaway: Marry Monograms™

Just a reminder that there is only a few days left to enter our October wedding contests at Best Wedding Sites which includes a custom wedding logo from Marry Monograms™ with color. With Halloween being only a few days away, I just had to showcase the pumpkin above that a recent bride used at her wedding. The monogram was created by Holly from Marry Monograms™.

Marry Monograms™ can be used on invitations, programs, favors, gobo spotlights, wine bottles and anything a bride can dream of to enhance the wedding theme. The ideas for using a wedding logo are endless.

Also, this month, you can win a pair of jeweled bridal shoes and personalized wedding napkins for the bridal shower or reception. And, don't forget to enter our blog giveaway that started yesterday.