QUICK Stress-Relief TIP

Stressed? It will show!

Here are a few suggestions on how to detox:

Natural aromatherapy oils or candles in the home -
Listen to calming music at night -
Have a massage at least once a month -
Exercise at least 30 minutes a day -
Take a 20 minute walk in the evening -
Take all natural vitamins daily-
And don't forget to smile!!

Great Day SPA's for You and Your Girls!!

We found a few Day Spa’s that were just fabulous and offered some great deals. The settings are beautiful and the staff is so professional and welcoming. Our top three (3) picks are:


1. Toppers SPA Salon

117 South 19th Street

Philadelphia, PA 19021

(215) 496- 9966

Toppers is located in the hart of Rittenhouse Square and is just beautiful. They offer Massage Therapy and several different techniques, Hair Removal, Beauty Salons and Manicures and Pedicures.

You and your girls will enjoy your time at Toppers and they also have great package deals for bridal parties.

2. The SPA at The Hotel Hershey

100 Hotel Road

Hershey, PA 17033

(717) 520-5888

The SPA at Hotel Hershey is just breath taking and beautiful. They offer cottages for you and your girl's to stay overnight in and have some really good package deals. You can get scrubbed, rubbed, dipped, and pampered in CHOCOLATE!! Yes and it is wonderful. The Massage Therapy, Rain Showers, Pedicures and Facials are just something you will totally enjoy. You and your girl's won't want to leave!!

3. Joseph Anthony

243 West Baltimore Pike

Glen Mills, PA 19342

(610) 459-4663

Joseph Anthony retreat spa and salon is just beautiful and they are very inviting to all guest. The experience begins with a warm, cleansing, relaxing footbath, as they say, "it is the perfect way to start your journey". They offer Facials, Massage Therapy several to choose from, and total head to toe experience. The SPA is just lovely and calming and you and your girls will love this.

If you haven't been to a Day Spa you really don't know what you are missing.  This is a great gift and experience for you and your girls..

Golden Goddess

Well you want a tan for your big day? Try these safe and easy-to-apply options:
You can go for the gold at home or in a salon, but whichever method you choose, the first step is to exfoliate.  Exfoliation removes dead skin cells that inhibit absorption so to insure a more even finish and a longer tan I would suggest you do this first.

For all my DIY-er Bride's:
After shaving, exfoliating and moisturizing, make sure your skin is completely dry(Water is a barrier and can lead to uneven results). For all the tanning newbies use a product with a blend of self-tanner and moisturizer, as it will allow you to build a tan gradually for a mor authentic-looking result.  Apply one layer in the morning and another in the evening this way any streaks that result from the first application will be neutralized by the second.

For All my Salon Going Bride's:
Getting a professional spray tan assures a streak-free result, but it does take a little longer to dry than the at-home verieties.  Don't moisturize right before you go for your treatment.  Since this forms a barrier on your skin that's hard for the spray to penetrate.  It is normal for the excess to come off on fabric but it will wash out, so be sure to wear dark, loose-fitting clothes to the appointment.

With either of these treatments we recommend that you try it first a few months prior to your wedding date, then do it at least 3-4 days prior to the wedding.

Few products to try:
Clarins Liquid Bronze
Lancome Flash Bronzer
Clinique Touch of Bronze Lotion
Bliss A Tan for All Seasons

Fashion Week 2010 (Bridal Shows)

We really saw some great fashions on the runway for 2010. Monique Lhuillier Spring 2010 Collection, which was full of Simplicity and Islet and lace. Details were hand sewn with romantic flowers: Then we were off the Badgley Mischka Fall 2010. When you say Badgley Mischka you know you are in for a treat. Mischka never fails at anything the elegance and sexy yet sophisticated image is always there:

Our final stop was at the Amsale Bridal Fall 2010 show. I cannot begin to tell you how breath taking this show was the gowns were just impecable and the details they didn't spare:

Bridal Shows

Elegant Bridal Expo Wednesday February 10, 2010 Location: Double Tree Guest Suites 640 Germantown Pike Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462 Time: 7:00pm-9:30pm Cost: FREE Bridal Showcase Sunday, February 28, 2010 Locations: Presidential Caterers 2910 Dekalb Pike Norristown, PA 19401 Time: 12:00pm-3:00pm Cost: $5.00 must register in advance

Budget Tips

TIPS ON CREATING A BUDGET 1.Budget the must-have items first- Include the cost of attire, flowers, food, location, reception, event planner, reception cost, and any other essential items 2.Use software or a spreadsheet to help you plan your budget 3.For you to stay on budget you must write the cost of EVERYTHING down, both in the estimation process and in the actual spending process 4.If you put items on your credit card, log them onto the budget worksheet. Tip for keeping on top of your credit card balance is that each time you charge something, enter it in your checkbook register as if it were a check 5.Create a payment schedule showing the amount contracted for each service, the date the deposit is due, the date you pay the deposit, when subsequent payments are due, and note when you make them 6.ALWAYS reference your budget to see how much you’ve allotted for that particular item and stay within $5.00-$10.00 of it 7.This is if your doing your own planning: When talking w/vendors and arranging cost be sure to bring up budgeted amount first, let them know you are on a budget and stick with it