I've been receiving great emails with winter themed items and/or great holiday gifts, so please look for some amazing This and That posts in the coming weeks. And, of course don't forget about this week's blog giveaway. I have Free Tickets to the Wedding Salon this Monday in NYC and a $50 shopping spree to the Best Wedding Sites Boutique.

Emma Stine : affordable original jewelry designs
Emma Stine is an online jewelry retailer that offers original designs with affordability in mind. The pieces are made in limited edition quantities, with new styles being introduced on a weekly basis. There's two collections including Fashion Jewelry and Gemstone Jewelry. The Fashion Jewelry  collection {priced from $18 - $70} uses a variety of metals, beads and crystals. The Gemstone Jewelry {priced from $69 - $129} features 14k gold vermeil, sterling silver and semi-precious gemstones.

Wintery Wonderland Wedding Invitations from PostScript Brooklyn
These custom winter wedding invitations are from PostScript Brooklyn, the new online wedding invitation store for the urban and sophisticated bride and groom. There's 30 designs created by local Brooklyn artists and tons of customizable elements including letterpress or digital printing, ink and envelope colors, fonts and seasonal elements.Hearts On Fire Launches the Perfection Stylist

Hearts On Fire has launched the Perfection Sylist through their website heartsonfire.com. The team of dedicated Perfection Stylists will help guide bridal customers through the selection process and answer questions about the details of each Hearts On Fire design. Ultimately, the consumer will be led to a local Hearts On Fire retailer to try on their ring in person and purchase in store. 

6pm.com hosting biggest designer sale in its history
6pm.com is hosting its biggest designer, "Luxe Weekend" sales event in its history this weekend from Friday, November 12 through Sunday, November 14 beginning at midnight PST on Friday. The Luxe Weekend sales event will include brand name apparel, footwear and accessories that will be between 40%-80% off. And, shipping will be FREE Friday, November 12 – Sunday, November 14 on all orders over $100.

25% Off All Little Red Dresses at eDressMe
Find your perfect red dress for the holiday season at 25% off at eDressMe.com thru November 18th.

Do You Have The Ultimate Wedding Disaster Story?
1. Did you suffer a wedding disaster that put a damper on your big day?
2. Does your wedding video play like a blooper reel?
3. Do you wish you could do it all over again and have the wedding you originally dreamed of?
WEtv wants to hear from you . . . WEtv is casting dynamic Los Angeles-area couples who deserve the ultimate DO OVER…a dream wedding celebration planned by acclaimed wedding designer, Diann Valentine. Contact Rachel Reiss with your story at 212-377-3850 or IshTVCasting.Rachel{at}gmail{dot}com

Now Casting : The Sweet Life - Chocolatier, Confectioner
Doron Ofir Casting announces the search for the new face of the confectionery world that makes creative candy and or chocolate creations. If you are a professional confectionery artist that either owns your own family business or works with a dedicated team to create
sugary fantasies and/or chocolate treasures, they want to hear from you. To apply online, please visit Sweet Life Casting.

* eDressMe is an affiliate of Brenda's Wedding Blog

Another weekly round-up of some great wedding sales and news:

photograph above taken by Rae Leytham Photography

*** The custom chair covers from Customized Wedding Creations are romantic, vintage and gorgeous. And, they are exclusive to CWC. Just recently featured on Style Me Pretty, their custom chair covers are hand-painted with a single word to enhance the décor of any event. Designed to fit over top of Chivari chairs, these custom chair covers are the epitome of elegance. And, they're now on sale for buy one get one free with code CWCCHAIRS. This offer only applies to the chair covers being offered on their website and only applies on single word phrases of 8 letters or less. The buy one get one free offer only applies to the chair cover and painting. If you choose to add flowers to your chair cover, they will be charged individually and will not receive the discount. Hurry, this offer only lasts until November 15th.

*** Brooke Christi Photography gives away (no strings) a $2000 wedding photography package to a couple each year. Anyone, anywhere can enter. All the details can be viewed here

*** Now thru Monday, November 1st at The Wedding Outlet, it's a sale so good . . . it's scary! Receive $10 off any order over $75 plus Free Shipping. Simply enter promo code "Spooky" at checkout.

*** The Say I Do, NYC Contest is now accepting entries until Sunday, November 7. New York City couples can submit a video describing their love story for a chance to win their own special day with a ceremony at the NYC Marriage Bureau. The grand prize is valued at $22,330.

*** PostScript Brooklyn announced this week, the launch of their online wedding invitation store for the urban and sophisticated bride and groom. PostScript Brooklyn was founded by the owners of Brooklyn’s iconic paperie, Lion in the Sun and offers offers exclusive custom invitation suites, exceptional hands-on service and 24/7 online access. The 30 stunning invitation suites highlight imagery found within urban landscapes – metropolitan skylines, bold graphics, remarkable architecture and bursts of nature. Prices for the invitations range from $5 - $16 per set.

And, as always, if you are a wedding vendor and would like to have your wedding giveaway or discount included, please feel free to leave a comment below :)

Another weekly round-up of the latest in wedding news plus, the most recent destination wedding and honeymoon location that I've posted . . .

RBK Creations : Win a goodie box of pink-button-awesomeness in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The winner will receive a 12 Stem Button Bouquet arrangement, 1 Set of Pink Button Bobby Pins, 1 Satin and Button Hair Clip, in Pink of course, 1 Set of Button Magnets. For more details and to enter, please click here.

Newlywish : a wedding registry showcasing unique gifts and services from independent retailers in one easy-to-use online shopping portal. NewlyWish goes above and beyond gifts for the bride and groom, also offering a carefully curated selection of gifts for parents, bridal parties, and wedding guests. As a heartfelt "thank-you" from the newly-married twosome, parents can be pampered with luxurious massages from Exhale Spa, bridesmaids can enjoy monogrammed gold disc necklaces by sonyarenee, and groomsmen can take in their favorite sporting event. An assortment of wedding welcome bags, shower and wedding favors and gable boxes are also available through NewlyWish, providing an easy way for the busy couple to check things off their to-do lists.

Wish Upon a Wedding : the world's first nonprofit wish granting organization that provides weddings and vow renewals for couples facing terminal illness or other serious life-altering circumstances. Less than one year old, the organization has 16 active chapters, and will have granted 12 wishes by the end of 2010. To see how you might be able to help, please visit their web site.

And, now for the latest in news and deals for
destination weddings and honeymoon locations:

Migis Lodge - a Great New England Wedding Destination

An Inn-Credible Wedding Location – Downtown Savannah Style

Half Moon Makes It Happen With the “Allure”

Hyatt Grand Champions Resort Villas and Spa Unveils New Lobby Bar and Newly Designed Penthouse Suites

St. Maarten Sets the Mood for Romance with a Variety of Passionate Activites

Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa Lets Guests Book 'Em With 'Hawaii Five-0' Package

A Picture Perfect Destination Wedding Awaits Couples at the Four Seasons Maldives Collection

Aloft Milwaukee Downtown Adds Wedding/Meeting Facilities

This week it's time for another round-up of the latest in wedding discounts, trends, sales and more . . .

*** For those that entered to win the $100 shopping spree to Third Willow Weddings, William is offering a special gift to everyone who didn't win. Any of my readers that make a purchase thru Oct 19 and specify BRENDA in the notes to seller will receive an instant 10% refund on their entire purchase at Third Willow Weddings (S&H not included). And, this extra discount will be in addition to anyone who also qualifies for the Bridal Discount by ordering 4 or more. Even for those who have not solidified all of their color choices may want to take advantage of the extra discount and make their color decisions later.

*** Bow ties made a major come back in 2010, especially among the young, hip, fashion-conscious crowd and the largest online retailer of neckties, The Tie Bar is announcing 80 NEW slim bow ties with their Fall 2010 collection. From The Tie Bar, "The ‘narrowing’ trend in men’s wear has had a domino effect in men’s fashion trends. First men’s suits got fitted, lapels narrowed, neckties got skinny and now bow ties have too.  The ‘narrow’ look is a major trend in men’s fashion and is reviving the retro look, as seen on Mad Men as of late."

*** Whether couples are in the initial "dreaming" phase or as serious about buying a home as they are about marrying their fiancé - the Coldwell Banker Real Estate Web site has launched BlueScape. As Coldwell Banker writes, "BlueScape allows consumers to give a ‘thumbs up’ or a ‘thumbs down’ to various images that are displayed – similar to how popular music sites like Pandora learn users’ preferences based on how they rate different songs. After rating various photos, consumers can then submit a query and the BlueScape technology will identify homes that might be a fit. It’s a great site to de-stress and dream about the future together in the midst of all of the wedding planning craziness." 

*** What unforgettable moments come to mind when you think of your most memorable wedding photos, stories and videos? Click to share your story and you will automatically be entered to win a free stay at Gaylord Hotels.

*** For the month of October, Emily Elizabeth Jewelry will be holding their first ever “Mega Big Sale!” With select pieces up to 90% off and prices will start at $5+.

And, of course, if you are running a current sale or giveaway, please feel free to post a comment for my readers to see :)

This week I've received several emails with lovely wedding news so I've decided today's This and That post will be sharing them with you along with some beautiful imagery to accompany the news clippings.

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"david beahm destinations" program
david beahm design, one of the country's leading event design firms, has announced that Christina Matteucci has been promoted to executive director. Matteucci will lead the company's new "david beahm destinations" program, slated to launch in November 2010. Matteucci will have full responsibility for the new "david beahm destinations" program. It features 27 of the world's top destinations that Beahm and Matteucci have personally selected to host events and romantic escapes for their high-profile celebrity clientele and discerning bridal parties.

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Madame Mathilde : femine and elegant jewelry for brides and bridesmaids
Madame Mathilde has feminine, elegant jewelry that is just gorgeous for the bride on her wedding days or as gifts for your bridesmaids.

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Beautiful People Handbags: great clutch/carryall choice for brides and bridesmaids
According to Beautiful People . . . "2011’s fashion staple comes in the form of a carryall that is simple and suitable for every occasion – especially for your big day. Beautiful People’s Little Rose and Flat Rose are the perfect handbags for your special day (also great as bridal party gifts and accessories), complimenting your look of femininity, glamour and beauty."

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Earn Free Designer Dresses & 10% Off Dress Rentals for Your Wedding Guests
OneWed & Rent the Runway have teamed up to offer brides, bridesmaids and wedding guests a 10% percent discount on dress rentals. With each additional wedding guest who rents from Rent the Runway, the bride will earn credits toward free dress and accessory rentals. Rent the Runway offers designer fashions from over 120 top designers including Proenza Schouler, Herve Leger, Catharine Malandrino, Lela Rose, and more for a fraction of retail prices.