Inside Weddings

Sitting Pretty
Sought-after by brides and event planners for their romantic designs, Wildflower Linen is now featuring a collection of chair covers designed exclusively for the distinctive Chameleon Chair. Hand-beaded lace, satin, and raw silks are among the fabrics in this graceful new collection, but any one of Wildflower's hundreds of existing linen styles can also be adapted to accommodate the sophisticated Chameleon silhouette. As shown, kimono chair cap & sash in champagne, $5 each, and Victorian chair cover also in champagne, $29 each. For more information visit wildflowerlinens.com or chameleonchair.com.
Divine Inspiration
A favorite of Oprah, Donald Trump, and aspiring brides everywhere, event designer Preston Bailey is the master of the fantasy wedding. But how does he come up with his over-the-top ideas? In his latest book, Inspirations, Bailey recounts the stories behind eleven of his signature events (two of which have been featured in Inside Weddings), using breathtaking photography to illustrate his strategies and motivation for thinking big. Like sixfoot- tall-floral-pineapple, two-thousand person-reception, BIG. $45 at Amazon.com and booksellers nationwide.
Vital Organ
Dubbed "The high priest of Bach" by jazz musician Wynton Marsalis, organist Anthony Newman is the one to turn to for stirring ceremony music. On his Wedding Album, Newman brings such favorites as "The Wedding March," "Ode To Joy," and "Ave Maria" to divine heights with his inspired playing. Connecticut- based Newman even provides consulting services to help couples plan their ceremony music and is available for live performances. For more information and to purchase his CD, $20, visit bachnewman.com or call 203.253.0171.
Say Cheese
If you're looking for a journey you can really sink your teeth into, let Barry Lynn, The Cheese Impresario, be your guide. Designed to educate as well as entertain, Lynn's Personalized Artisanal Cheese Tasting Adventures allow you to nibble your way through a world of rare and exotic cheeses without ever leaving the table. Oozing like warm Brie with a passion for cheese (artisanals from Wisconsin are her current obsession), Lynn will share the perfect wine, cheese, and condiment pairings while spicing up your rehearsal dinner, bachelorette fête, or other special occasion. She's already made a splash in Hollywood by being a part of this year's Emmy and Oscar gift baskets. For more info, visit thecheeseimpresario.com.
Stir It Up
Specialty cocktails are an easy way to add some punch (no pun intended) to your event. And with Stirrings Simple Cocktail mixers, not only can you whip up a pomegranate martini or mango margarita without a bartender's know-how, there's less regret the next day: each mixer is made with real fruit juice, cane sugar, and triple filtered water. Just add a splash to your favorite spirit and you're good-to-go. One 32oz bottle is enough for about 30 drinks and each of the many flavors boasts its own festive Rimmer. As shown, Simple Peach Bellini mixer, $9.99, and Rimmer, $4.99; available at Whole Foods and fine liquor stores nationwide.
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