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Soiree wedding bridesmaids

There’s a lot that goes into your wedding day, and we know as much as you do that you couldn’t do it without the support and love of your bridesmaids. They are there for bridal showers, late night phone calls, and moral support along with their many other roles leading up to your wedding, so why not show them how grateful you are with a small token of your appreciation. As with any gift, your budget and relationship with your bridesmaids will help you find the right thing, but we’ve gathered up some of our favorites here, and we’re pretty sure you can’t go wrong. And for the bridesmaids that have really gone above and beyond, why not combine them all for an amazing gift basket! Photo above by Corbin Gurkin.

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1. The “Social Butterfly” notebook would be a great option for your maid of honor who has been keeping track of your schedule and social obligations during this busy time. $45 from Sloane Stationery; 2. A bouquet of flowers is always a lovely way to say thank you, and these come fresh from the farm meaning they last longer and are more reasonably priced. Starting at $40 from The Bouqs Co; 3. A beautiful pair of earrings is a great way to show gratitude, and we love that these by Shashi have a classic feel but are still fashion-forward. $44 from Shopbop. 4. You can’t go wrong with a candle, especially not one from Diptyque. The Roses scent has always been a favorite.  $30-60 from Nordstrom; 5. This two-sided frame would be a great way to showcase a photo of you and your bridesmaid from your wedding day, and one from the two of you in college, or during childhood on the other. $150 from Tory Burch.

10.13.14   |   TARA GUÉRARD
Shopping | 1 Comment

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Our friend Jane Pope Cooper knows a thing or two about jewelry, having started her own eponymous jewelry line right here in South Carolina in 2001 and since been featured in magazines such as Vogue and Marie Claire. Don’t you love this photo of her that Chassity Evans of Look Linger Love took on a recent visit to her studio in Spartanburg? Gorgeous! We took a few minutes to chat with her about the bridal side of her business and are excited to share her answers with you here.

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Another shot by Chassity of some of Jane’s beautiful rings. “I am a big fan of mixing modern and heirloom jewelry,” Jane tells us. “For my own wedding, I wore a ring and earring set that was over 150 years old with my Jane Pope Jewelry BRANCH bangles. I love the intricate details of heirloom pieces with the organic lines and textures of Jane Pope Jewelry.”

What are some of your best selling pieces for weddings?

It is all across the board. I have done necklaces, earrings, bracelets… and engagement rings. I am working on an eternity band collection that I am super excited about. I love mixing some more polished sparkle with my organic rings. I am a big proponent of lots of stacking with rings!

What kind of jewelry do you think is best for a bridesmaids gift?

I have had several brides who have given each bridesmaids something different, but all in the same theme. The thinner rings like the arrow, knot and XO rings are all great for bridesmaids gifts. Anything from the LOVE collection feels sweet and special for a wedding.

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Thanks for the tips Jane! Here are some of our favorite bridal ready pieces from her collection: 1. textured MAR cuff, $725; 2. lemon chrysoprase DROP earrings in 14kt yellow gold setting and hook with champagne diamonds, $814; 3. 12mm x 12mm rainbow hickoryite CABOCHON stud earrings in 14kt yellow gold setting, $614; 4. LONG BAR necklace, $238; 5. heavy BRANCH bangle, $698; 14kt yellow gold SEEDLING necklace with white diamond on 18″ chain, $440

6.25.14   |   TARA GUÉRARD
Fashion, Jewelry | 1 Comment

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You can’t go wrong with blue accents at your wedding, and not surprisingly it’s one of our most requested colors here at Soirée. Actually, we love mixing all of our favorite shades of blue together for one fab look! Check out this inspiration from some of our previous Soirée weddings… we’re still loving that peacock feather place card!

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Billowing blue bridesmaid dresses are always a classic, but we also love these favor boxes in a darker hue. The range of palette keeps a wedding from feeling monotone – super important!

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Here are some incredible blue pieces that will help add a pop of our favorite color to your wedding celebration! For your bridesmaids 1. Nadia Long Dress in Silk Chiffon, $365, J.Crew; For your groomsmen, groom, or even ring bearer 2. Seersucker Bow Tie, $55, The Cordial Churchman; For your reception or your registry 3. Marchesa Couture Sapphire Plume Salad Plate $38, Lenox; We love a pop of blue peeking out from under a wedding dress! 4. Gianvito Rossi Silk pumps, $660, Net-a-Porter; And for a modern take on bridal jewelry, check out these gems… 5. Estate Seaman Schepps Turquoise Earrings, $4275, Croghan’s Jewel Box

6.11.14   |   TARA GUÉRARD
Bridal Style, Fashion | 1 Comment