Weekly Wedding Look: Lovely Lavender

November 5, 2013November 8, 2013 / annerling / Leave a comment

Elegant and simple, lavender is the perfect inspiration for a classic bridal look. Slip into Winifred Bean’s breathtaking Petals dress—a silk, scoop-necked bodice flows into a romantic skirt layered in lovely tulle. Bring a blush of color to this gorgeous gown by cinching your waist with a lavender ribbon. Reflect this bloom’s purple hue in your perfectly polished lilac nails, and tuck all your essentials into a lavender clutch. Contrast pale purple accessories with a dark plum Swarovski crystal necklace and black suede booties. And don’t forget your handsome groom—add a splash of lavender to his slate gray suit with a pretty purple linen tie.

Originally posted to http://winifredbean.com/blog/2013/10/30/weekly-wedding-look-lovely-lavender by Annie Erling Gofus

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October 25, 2013October 27, 2013 / annerling / Leave a comment

It can be argued that October is the best month of the year. Crisp autumn air fills your lungs as you stroll under the fire-hued leaves of apple trees. And even if picking apples and watching the leaves change colors doesn’t appeal to you, few can resist the festivities (and candy) that come along with Halloween. Skip the bags of chocolate and whip up a batch of ooey-gooey cupcakes in your cauldron. Slip into something a little more spooky and check out Martha Stewart’s amazing do-it-yourself Halloween makeup tutorials. Let the season inspire your table with painted pint-sized pumpkins as centerpieces. Add flare to your autumn wedding with gorgeous blind press invitations, and an unforgettable “guest book”—have guests sign blank Jenga tiles to create a fun and unique way to remember your special day!

1. Halloween Mini Cupcakes via Bon Appetit; Image via Martha Stewart | 2. Painted Pumpkin Centerpieces via Green Wedding Shoes | 3. Blind Press Invitations via Brooklyn Bride | 4. Jenga Guest Book via Snippet and Ink | 5. Halloween Makeup Tutorials via Martha Stewart |

Weekly Wedding Look: Just Peachy for WinifredBean.com

September 30, 2013October 21, 2013 / annerling / Leave a comment

Gather inspiration for your bridal style from the blush tones of an autumn peach harvest. Start your look with the elegant Winifred Bean Calla Lily gown—a strapless bustier is combined with a classic trumpet skirt to complete a sweet and structured bridal gown. Show your soft side with pale pink and gold on your eyes, rosy cheeks, and glossy nude lips. Peach and blue heels guide you down the aisle, and don’t forget sparkly jewels to add a touch of glamour—simple peach-tones gems dangle from your ears, while a bedazzled bib necklace brings glitz to your simple style. As the sun sets and the air begins to cool, stay warm with a cashmere scarf wrapped your shoulders, and maybe a little help from your handsome groom.

Originally posted to http://winifredbean.com/blog/2013/9/25/weekly-wedding-look-just-peachy-part-ii by Annie Erling Gofus

Wedding Features: Calla Lily Gown: Winifred Bean | Chantecaille The Coral Reefs Eye Makeup Palette via Bloomingdale’s | Suzanne Kalan Rose Gold and Salmon Earrings via Thomas Laine | Bib Neckalce via Dannijo | Chan Luu Scarf via Net-a-Porter | Andree Patchwork T-Bar Platforms via Reiss |

Bridal Style for a Museum Wedding Created for WinifredBean.com

August 26, 2013September 16, 2013 / annerling / Leave a comment

WEEKLY WEDDING LOOK – NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM, PART I

August 26, 2013

Far from dusty and boring, museums often boast out-of-this-world architectural details, as well as a treasure trove of fascinating artifacts. Marble walls and giant dinosaur skeletons cast in mysterious shadows lend to a glamorous feel for your museum wedding. Start with Winifred Bean’s Daisy gown—flowing chiffon over a fitted bodice gives this versatile dress a sweet and sexy feel. Contrast the historical settings with your beautiful future as you slip on rose gold-tinted jewelry. A metallic-hued leather watch wraps around your wrist multiple times, while a gold jeweled ear cuff gives a slight edge to your chic look. Guerlain’s Art Deco-inspired perfume bottle perfectly captures the vintage romance at your museum wedding, and a sleek wooden clutch holds all your must-haves. As a finishing touch, bring a little glamour to your heels—these sandal infuse your elegant look with just the right amount of glitz.

Originally Posted to http://winifredbean.com/blog/2013/8/25/8llnrgkvl5mhydo4bg89ic3h9p7rk1 by Annie Erling Gofus

Wedding Features: Daisy Gown: Winifred Bean | La Mer Odyssey Case Layer Wrap Watch via ShopBop | Guerlain Vol de Nuit Perfumed Shimmer Powder via AHALife | Oval Wooden Clutch via Malini Murjani | Ear Cuff via Jacquie Aiche | Stuart Weitzman Traffic Sandal via Shoebox New York |

August 23, 2013September 16, 2013 / annerling / Leave a comment

FRIDAY ROUND UP

August 23, 2013

Bright and sunny August weekends give us the perfect opportunity to flex our creative muscles. Create to-dye-for custom-colored fabrics that look gorgeous as window treatments or a pretty tablecloth to accent your indigo-swirled wedding cake. Rather not get your hands dirty this weekend? Let the professionals do all the work and shop for eye-popping art online at eyesonwalls.com. It’s the perfect place to find whimsical, bold conversation starters for your bare walls. No one wants to bring it up, but fall is upon us, which means cooler temps, leaves changing colors, and the dreaded dry skin of winter. Keep your lips silky smooth this season with e.l.f.’s ultra affordable lip exfoliator, then indulge in a pretty plum-colored lip tint by Fresh. Introduce your pretty pout to super-fresh, super-local Dungeness crab at Seattle’s Bar Sajor restaurant—recently named one of the top 50 restaurants in the US by Bon Appetit Magazine for a menu-full of delicious reasons. Once you’ve had your fill of the Northwest’s most tempting seafood, head out to the Bluegrass on the Green Festival. This celebration of bluegrass music plays on today until Sunday, so you have all weekend to stomp your boots to strumming bangos.

Originally Posted to http://winifredbean.com/blog/2013/8/23/friday-round-up by Annie Erling Gofus

1. Sugar Lip Treatment in Plum via Fresh; Lip Exfoliator via e.l.f. Studio | 2. Indigo Dyed Fabric DIY via Green Wedding Shoes | 3. Bluegrass on the Green Musical Festival; image via CBS Minnesota | 4. Deer Wearing Gym Socks via Eyes on the Walls | 5. Bar Sajor in Seattle via Bon Appetit

Industrial Chic Bridal Style for WinifredBean.com

August 20, 2013September 16, 2013 / annerling / Leave a comment

WEEKLY WEDDING LOOK – INDUSTRIAL CHIC, PART I

August 20, 2013

Exposed brick and steel beams may seem unromantic, but flashy gold accents and gorgeous floral arrangements turn an old urban loft into a to-die-for industrial chic wedding venue. Winifred Bean’s Iris gown, with its peplum bustier top and column skirt, creates an elegant look fit for the red carpet. Contrast coarse walls with glints of glamorous metal—a blinging gold bracelet dangles from your wrist while a metallic clutch contributes a futuristic look to your ensemble. Neutral makeup gets a pop of sparkle with gold eyeshadow swiped across your lids. Compliment your venue’s rough interior by wearing the ideal scent—heady jasmine and rich sandalwood mix with the sweet citrus smell of blood orange. As a final touch to your mod bridal style, add peacock blue suede pumps to the equation—geometric details and a dainty ankle strap lend a delicate touch to your avant-garde look.

Originally Posted to http://winifredbean.com/blog/2013/8/20/weekly-wedding-look-industrial-chic-part-i by Annie Erling Gofus

Iris Gown via Winifred Bean | Alexis Bittar Chain Hinge Bracelet via ShopBop | Atelier Cologne Orange Sanguine via Birchbox | Rafe New York Maryanne Minaudiere via Nordstrom | Bobbi Brown Metallic Cream Shadow in Goldstone via Sephora | Peacock Calf Suede Sandal Pump via Sarah Flint

August 17, 2013September 16, 2013 / annerling / Leave a comment

FRIDAY ROUND UP

August 17, 2013

Summer is beginning to chill into autumn, but don’t unfold your sweaters quite yet! Live up the last couple weeks of August in Miami, where the heat is always on. Celebrate South American cinema at the Brazilian Film Festival then follow this handy Happy Hour map: X marks the spot for tasty drinks and amazing deals in Miami. Prep for your weekend out in South Florida by experimenting with sassy summer color combos—try blue shadow and Caribbean green liner on your eyes.

Hot summers always make us realize how annoying sweaty bangs can be. Grow them out in style with the help of this tutorial that walks you through pinning back your awkward-length fringe. And finally, savor summer by noshing on the fruit that embodies this sunny season—juicy watermelon pairs beautifully with grilled halloumi to create a sunshine-inspired treat perfect for late summer garden parties.

Originally Posted to http://winifredbean.com/blog/2013/8/17/friday-round-up by Annie Erling Gofus

1. Satin Finish Eyeshadow in Blue Toile via Birchbox; Evercolor Starlight Waterproof Eyeliner in Caribbean Green via Mally Beauty | 2. Guide to Growing Out Your Bangs via Refinery29 | 3. Brazilian Film Festival; image via We Heart It | 4. Halloumi and Watermelon Bite with Basil-Mint Oil via The Curvy Carrot | 5. Guide to Miami’s Best Happy Hours via Eater; image via Yardbird Southern Table and Bar

Bridal Style – County Fair for Winifredbean.com

August 5, 2013August 16, 2013 / annerling / Leave a comment

WEEKLY WEDDING LOOK – COUNTY FAIR, PART I

August 5, 2013

County Fairs are quintessential summer events. From deep-fried Oreos to prize winning pigs, communities gather together each summer to celebrate fun, food, and one another. Channel this fantastic fair energy into your summer nuptials! Winifred Bean’s Tulipe gown epitomizes vintage beauty with elegant chiffon and sweetly draping sleeves that can be worn on the shoulders or loosely over your arms. Accessorize with vibrant colors to add a touch of whimsy to your look: bright red poppies make a bouquet pop and a swipe of hot magenta over your lips brings a balance of pretty and daring to your bridal style. A multi-colored jewel necklace adds glamour while a delicate feather hair piece ties together a vintage country look. As a final touch, slip on your ruby red slippers: Red suede Mary Jane pumps add a vibrant splash of color to your Country Fair look.

Originally posted on Winifredbean.com by Ann Erling Gofus

Photo compilation by Ann Erling Gofus

Safari Rendezvous Bridal Style for Winifredbean.com

July 29, 2013August 16, 2013 / annerling / Leave a comment

WEEKLY WEDDING LOOK – SAFARI RENDEZVOUS, PART I

July 29, 2013

Replace wedding bells with lion roars at your safari-inspired wedding. Add a touch of rugged glamour to Winifred Bean’s luxurious chiffon Sweetheart gown with a multi-wrap leather belt. Pack all your safari essentials in a softened leather clutch as you kick up dust in the Serengheti with strappy leather wedge sandals. Add splashes of color to the Sahara with emerald green and gold on your eyes and answer the call of the wild with an exotically hued bib-style necklace–blues, golds, and greens in this statement piece pull together a safari chic look flattering on any bride.

Originally posted to Winifredbean.com by Ann Erling Gofus

Photo compilation by Ann Erling Gofus

Photo Credits: Dress: Winifred Bean Sweetheart | Clutch: Tri-Lock Leather Purse via TopShop | Belt: Leather Multi-Wrap Belt via ASOS | Necklace: Nocturne Win Necklace via Shopbop | Eyeshadow: Sephora + Pantone Shadow Trio in Eclipsed via Sephora | Heels: Steven Midori Strappy Sandals viaShopBop

Barnyard Bash Wedding Style for Winifredbean.com

July 22, 2013August 16, 2013 / annerling / Leave a comment

WEEKLY WEDDING LOOK – BARNYARD BASH, PART I

July 22, 2013

Once simply a home for horses, barns have been reclaimed by brides as the perfect venue for tying the knot. Start your country-inspired look withWinifred Bean’s Flounce gown, boasting gorgeous taffeta, a classic silhouette, and pockets for an added playful touch. Walk down the aisle with a bouquet of delicate daisies and a brass bracelet embellished with ombré crystals. After the ceremony, swap your veil for a gold and brass laurel wreath headband that pairs perfectly with your coral lipstick—the same shade as a country sunset. And of course, no beautiful barnyard bash is complete without fancy footwear: kick up hay in unexpected Art Deco-inspired pale mint leather heels.

Originally posted to Winifredbean.com by Ann Erling Gofus

Photo compilation by Ann Erling Gofus

Photo Credits: Dress: Winifred Bean Flounce | Daisy Bouquet: Haile Wossen of Anthos via Southern Living | Bracelet: Lulu Frost Sunburst Bracelet via Shopbop | Lipstick: Mango Butter Lipstick in Coral via Korres | Headband: Laurier Headband via Eddera | Shoes: Pale Mint Leather Heels via Rachel Simpson