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PINKY PROMISE
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month (October), we’ve highlighted a few of the many special items that allow you to support breast cancer charities while you shop. Help give yourself and the women in your wedding party the greatest gift of all: a cure.
LuLA's leather Crush 2 wallet,$112; revolveclothing.com. 25% of proceeds to benefit the Revlon™ Run/Walk For Women.
Eleni’s Benevolent Bouquet iced sugar cookies, 20 assorted designs per tin; $58.50 at elenis.com. 50% of proceeds to benefit The Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
Tacori Pink Ribbon pendant, made with 0.25ct GVS diamonds in 18K pink gold, $1,790; tacori.com for retailers. 10% of proceeds to benefit a number of breast cancer charities.
Silk pajamas with brown trim and matching case (can be monogrammed), $110, and leather jewelry portfolio, $85; RedEnvelope.com. 10% of sales from the Think Pink collection to benefit The Entertainment Industry Foundation’s Women’s Cancer Research Fund.
Cook for the Cure.
KitchenAid Cook For The Cure appliances and kitchen tools. Shown here: 12-cup Food Processor, Blender, and Artisan Stand Mixer; kitchenaid.com. Donations vary based on purchase price. Benefiting the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.
Riedel pink champagne “O” glasses, $27 per pair; wineenthusiast.com. 15% of wholesale price to benefit Living Beyond Breast Cancer.
Dyson pink bagless vacuum, $399; exclusively at Target stores and target.com; $40 from the sale of each pink vacuum will be donated to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
Personal Statement
With leggings enjoying a comeback, it’s only a matter of time before those “Jennifer James” nameplate necklaces (à la Carrie Bradshaw) show up again. Take a subtler approach toward proclaiming your love for your spouse with an elegant Vicente Agor silhouette pendant instead. Provide a photo of your loved one’s profile (pets and children also welcome), and it will be transformed by hand into a one-of-a-kind 18k gold piece. So lovely and understated, even Big would approve. $1,100 for the pendant or $1,280 with a 16” chain; Vicenteagor.com to order.
Gift With Purchase
Concerned about spending a bundle on a dress you’re only going to wear for a few hours? (Or looking for something to do with your beloved wedding gown after its day in the spotlight?) Consider supporting Brides Against Breast Cancer, a traveling fundraising event where you can shop for a gown (or donate your own) in order to grant the wishes of terminal breast cancer patients and their families. Thousands of new and nearly new dresses donated by brides, designers, and salons are marked down 50% or more––and neatly organized for easy shopping. Donors include Carolina Herrera, Eden Bridal, Saeyoung Vu Couture, Elizabeth Fillmore, Kleinfeld, and Mark Ingram Bridal Atelier. This continually updated “tour of dresses” is currently crossing the country with stops scheduled in New England, Philadelphia, DC, Los Angeles, and points in between. As Executive Director and Co-Founder Fran Hanson points out, “Every dress equals a wish.” To donate your gown or find a sale near you, visit makingmemories.org
Details Details
A lot more interesting than monogrammed cocktail napkins, customized coasters from MyWeddingLabels.com will add some serious style to your reception. Available in two shapes – square or round – these elegant and reusable coasters come in an array of cool designs and colors suitable for every type of décor. And don’t worry about dealing with massive minimum orders (how many thousand-person weddings have you been to?): These babies are sold in manageable sets of 24. $25 per set
Well Done Toast
A celebration as special as your wedding (and the events surrounding it) deserves a distinguished Champagne, one with presence as well as an extraordinary reputation. A celebrity following (Stella McCartney, Madonna) doesn’t hurt either, and the award-winning Prestige Cuvées of Palmes d’Or by Nicolas Feuillatte cover all the bases. While the classic Brut and rare Rosé are exquisite enough on their own, the romantic origin of the Palmes d’Or bottle makes it a wedding shoe-in: It’s believed that the beaded design was created by Feuillatte to attract a great love, one with a taste for precious black pearls. In honor of its 20th anniversary, Palmes d’Or has also created a smooth, brushed metal case to house the bubbly and no doubt, impress its recipient. Brut (pictured), $110, and Rosé, $180; Sherry-Lehmann Wine and Spirits, 212.838.7500. Shipping available
Love Notes
Most women (who change their names) update their personal stationery after they get married. But why wait? Play up your engaged status with greeting cards designed expressly for the bride and groom by A Papier. Chic and modern (and manly where necessary), these cards are useful for any occasion or casual correspondence, not just the many thank you notes you’ll be sending out to family and friends. $2.50 – $4 each; 323.465.0084 or apapier.com
Get A Room Service
The St. Regis Resort, Monarch Beach in Southern California is taking romantic in-room dining to the next level. Sure, their new Romance Menu features a variety of Champagne and chocolate covered strawberries, but it’s the other offerings that will excite more than just your taste buds. How about beginning with an appetizer of scattered rose petals with a side of massage oil followed by a dessert plate of Cosabella lingerie (or diamond jewelry!)? No need to spoil your appetite by leaving the room: Just pickup the bedside phone and order. Call 949.234.3200 or visit stregismb.com for more information
Travelin' Cool
With plenty of souvenirs to buy, chances are you’re going to return from your honeymoon with more stuff than you started with. Solve your space issues by bringing along a convertible X-Bag from Bric’s. This easy-to-pack piece actually functions as two bags in one: Neatly hidden inside the flat purse-like pouch is a foldout duffel bag, ideal for carrying on the plane filled with your purchases. It’s made from stylish yet durable nylon and comes in four sizes and a variety of colors such as camel, black, olive green, and red. Now, what to do with all that extra space you would have set aside in your suitcase? Pack more shoes, of course.From $65-$105; Bric’s, 535 Madison Avenue, 212.688.4490 or brics.it
A Real Charmer
You’ve heard of Breakfast at Tiffany’s, but how about brunch at Links of London? The Charm Bar located inside the Links SoHo boutique is a marvelous place to bond with your bridesmaids while they design their own gifts. Saddle up to the bar, set them up with a bracelet, and let your ladies pick from over 200 adorable charms. It’s so VIP: The store is open only to your group and champagne is provided. The Links staff is even happy to arrange for a catered meal. For more information call 212.343.8024
Cover To Cover
At the online Guestbook Store, you can build the perfect keepsake for your shower, wedding day, or new home with a few easy clicks. These books are more than just a place for people to sign their names: Each formatted page engages you and your guests with thoughtful questions, functioning like an interactive scrapbook. Choose from a number of event-specific pages (some can incorporate photos) and a variety of cover styles available in fabric and leather. Certain specialty pages for displaying invitations or recording your gifts can also be added, and each book automatically comes with a personalized title page. Prices vary depending on cover material and number of pages. Visit guestbookstore.com for more information
