Porsche 356 Speedster = Completely Delusional

I know nothing about cars EXCEPT that I love the Porsche 356 Speedster. I don't know if it's my delusions of grandeur but one day I'm sure I' will be picking up my groceries in one of these beauties.   In the meantime, back to my delusions - 

OK so, here is the scene:

*  My betrothed and I (a ridiculously wealthy, handsome, philanthropist) have just run off to the South of France to elope.

          (Cut to adorable centuries old limestone courthouse at sunset)

*  After a short time we burst through the doors with laughter in our eyes and  pep in our step. We stop, clasp hands, then stroll to our egg shell white convertible with caramel leather interior Porsche 356 Roadster. 

           (Cut to disgustingly gorgeous happy couple entering the Roadster)

*  There's a rumble and off they go. Into the sunset in the direction of the first random vineyard to sample the local wares.  

            (End scene)

Well, it could happen! 

Can't you just see a sassy summer bride arriving to the church in one of these. Just love it.

  

A little about the The Porsche 356:

This was the company's first production automobile. It was a lightweight and nimble handling rear-engine rear-wheel-drive 2 door sports car available in hardtop and convertible configurations. Design innovations continued during the years of manufacture contributing to its motor sports success and popularity. Production started in 1948 at Gmünd, Austria where approximately 50 cars were built. In 1950 the factory relocated to Zuffenhausen, Germany and general production of the 356 continued until April 1965, well after the replacement model 911 made its debut in autumn 1963. It is estimated approximately half of the total production of 76,000 356s still survive.

Running of the Bride - Boston style

Ever heard of the Running of the Bride? It's a little thing that happens twice a year in Boston and annually in many other cities. Department store, Filene’s Basement, buys up designer Bridal Gowns from all over the US and Europe and puts them on sale in one central place and brides from far and wide come to shop for a bargain. The Bride assembles a team to snatch and grab off the rack. Why you ask - to save hundreds, or even thousands, of dollars on a designer wedding dress. Prices range from $250 - $700. 

So, my sister-in-law Ena decided this was a good thing and corralled a group of gals and off we went. We arrived at the Boston Convention Center in the very , very early frigid morning to wait. Even at that time there were hundreds of women in line before us. I thought it would be organized chaos but I was NOT ready for what was about to develop. When the clock struck 8am and the doors flew open I can only say that I was ill prepared for the frenzy of screaming adult women pushing me from behind into a sea of white frocks on racks. It was Crazy!

After gaining my composure off I went, grabbing at just about anything I could get my hands on. Whatever I could find, I took. Tensions were high but team Ena was on a mission. When I say we had a pile about 6 feet high of dress in every size and color I am not kidding. Now, this is where you need to know a little bit about my Ena. She is TINY, like a size 0/2 tiny. Needless to say most of the dresses were way too big. After literally hours of dress swappin we thought we found the one. It was pretty in a “oh, that’s nice” and “aren’t I saving lots of money” kind of way. As we were starting to wrap up someone found a pile of dresses we had missed and picked up a huge handful of satin. Nothing much to speak of UNTIL, she put it on. Gasp... Everyone got quite and still. Not just Team Ena but all the ladies close to us. Now THIS was the dress. It was perfection! I think every woman looking at Ena was spitting chips of envy. She looked phenomenal. We had our dress. 

The moral of the story – a little effort goes a long way. Ena got her dress for 10% of the original price. You couldn’t have bought the fabric alone for what she paid for her dress. 
So ladies, if you are up for it you should check out "Filene's Basement World-Famous Bridal Event”. You might just get the deal of a lifetime, Ena did.  See for yourself.

It's Chanel Time!

To paraphrase Rachel Zoe, "I die".

For those brides who have loads and loads of dollars to spend on themselves I have a suggestion.  One of my TO DIE FOR items is the Chanel J12 GMT White Ceramic Unisex Watch H0967.  It is a 38mm automatic watch, white high-tech ceramic, bezel set with diamonds. It's kinda pricey at about $10,000 but it is an investment don’t you know. It will get you to the church on time!

Peacock in Plume

I love a splash of color in a wedding. So when I came across Emici Bridal I was giddy with delight. I can think of no better way to brighten up the traditional wedding dress than with this fantastic floral brooch. It could be attached to a sash, applied directly onto your dress or worn in your hair. 

Marie, the designer behind Emici Bridal, created this gem from peacock feathers, Swarovski crystals, freshwater pearls and rhinestones. These beauties are perched on a bed of teal silk dupioni flower petals.

Visit Emici Bridal on Etsy to peruse all their floral beauties. You won't be dissapointed!