This month, we’re spotlighting entrepreneur, Blair Orgera, of Velvet Valley Cakes! Known for her breathtaking vintage-inspired cakes and French entremets, the talented artist is really making a name for herself in the NYC pastry world. Blair was the winner of The Great American Dish Off and has baked for celebs, like Betsy Johnson, SZA, and one other A-list star. Want to know who? Keep reading to find out!
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To all our couples, we are truly saddened for you at this time. Rescheduling a wedding can be emotionally and financially draining. The NK Bride team is here for you during this tough time, and we want you to focus on how you can spin the situation to still celebrate the love you’ve found. From planning to precautions, spending some alone time with your soon-to-be-spouse may be the perfect chance to decide on what’s really important for you on your big day. Taking care of our loved ones is important, and having a happy healthy wedding is our priority.
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"Our approach to this editorial shoot began with a question and a challenge to us as creatives—how can we evoke the graceful, iconic allure of the Mediterranean, while based in the middle of Manhattan? More and more, we’re meeting couples who found love in NYC, though one or both originate from countries abroad. Many choose to wed in an intimate ceremony overseas, then host a New York-based reception to celebrate with family and friends at home. This got us thinking—what would it look like to host a local reception that invites guests into the colorful experience of the Mediterranean destination where the couple exchanged vows? …
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This spring I had the amazing opportunity to visit the Wedding Salon bridal expo held at the Stewart Hotel in NYC. I usually like to check out these types of events so I can get a feel for what’s offered to my brides and meet other wonderful professionals in my industry. But, this year I went as a bride myself and it was so much fun!
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Weddings are made up of so many details, and the best weddings are the ones that the bride and groom put their own taste into. This personalized approach makes guest feel more welcomed, and special for being a part of your wedding day. Details even as small as the cocktails served at your wedding can shape the experience your guests have. To make it easier, we’ve compiled some of the best cocktails for every season.
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We all want the perfect wedding photo to hang on the wall, or to post on our social media, but the photos we love the most, are always the goofiest. There’s something so special about having your friends and families personalities shine through a photograph. These photo ideas will be so much fun to create, and will preserve memories of the best parts of your wedding day. From your girls, to the boys, and even the kids, there is a fun photo for every member of your wedding party to participate in.
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It’s totally normal to love the look of long dramatic trains on wedding dresses, but it is also normal to have no clue what to do with that train for the reception. Seamstresses and designers add bustles to long trains to keep brides from tripping, and ruining the dress after the ceremony. The tricky part can be remembering how to bustle the dress up. We’re here to help, these tutorials and explanations can give you a clear idea of how to bustle your dress, or what kind of bustle you want to add.
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So he popped the question, and now its your turn, who will be your bridesmaids? A fun moment for every friend group, telling your bffs you want them in your wedding is so exciting! But in a world run by instagram, there’s new pressure to have a perfect bridesmaid proposal. Do not fear, we have compiled the best and brightest ideas for you to let your friends know they are an official member of your “I Do Crew”.
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At NK Bride, we believe that every bride is a princess. But why not take it a step further and get married in a castle? We’ve put together a list of our 12 favorite stateside and worldwide castle venues for your consideration. So, whether you’re staying local or opting for a destination wedding, you can make your fairytale dreams come true!
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Need help planning the perfect party for the bride to be? We’ve got you covered! We were inspired by ZOLA, and their article about “57 Bachelorette Party Themes for the Perfect Bash”. These ideas are fun and instaworthy, and perfect for every girl gang to enjoy. Weather your bride tribe wants a chill weekend in, or to live it up every night, there is a party theme for you. Big thanks to ZOLA for these ideas.
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Incorporating flowers on the wedding day is a long held tradition, but in what ways can you include flowers that will be elegant and unexpected? We are loving dried florals as elements of wedding decor as they are natural, eco-friendly, beautiful, and they smell amazing. Who doesn’t love the idea of having flowers that will last a lifetime on their wedding day. There is a beautiful symbolism to these forever preserved flowers that are an amazing parallel to the relationship you are entering on the wedding day. From food to accessories, you and your wedding guests will love being surrounded by this magical aesthetic.
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After months of planning, and stressing the details, you want to make sure you remember your wedding day. Guestbooks are traditionally a great way for family and friends to leave behind memories from the wedding, but most modern couples aren’t looking for a simple name and good luck message from there friends and family. It is now important to couples that they find meaningful ways to include family and friends favorite memories from the day. These ideas will give you the opportunity to find a unique way for friends and family to leave you with lasting memories from your wedding day.
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Planning a wedding is full of exciting choices to be made, and for a bride who likes to be an individual, having unique ideas to choose from is undoubtedly helpful. Hopefully you can find some inspiring ideas to include in your own special day. Every bold bride loves to make an entrance, and let’s not forget that the exit can be just as important. Whether you want to make sparks fly, or send sweetness into the air, starting your marriage off right is always important. We believe that there are many traditional ways to send-off a couple, but who says you have to do that. We know that there is certainly a perfect send-off for you and your significant other.
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So we have created the perfect custom wedding gown for your wedding day, but you’re scared to ruin it with accessories. Well you have options, and we are here to show you how we can help you complete your look with the bridal belt that matches your personality. With your wedding day choices, colors, and accents, we can create the perfect finishing touches on your bridal gown, leaving you looking, and feeling, like a beautiful bride.
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Choosing a lace for your wedding gown may feel like an unapproachable task. With so many choices, and the endless options that you can find online, it can be difficult to know exactly what is right for your style. Although these small details can feel overwhelming, they do not have to. With our help you can easily find a type of lace for your bridal gown that will go far beyond your expectations. When you visit our studio we can go over all the option available but in the mean time here is a guide for you to explore!
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You want to express your gratitude and you are grateful for all the love, gifts and attendance. So, why does the thought of giving thanks seem so daunting? It doesn’t have to be!
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Did you envision your first wedding dance before you started planning your wedding? I know I didn’t! That was not a top priority on my list. I figured, what's the big deal? It's just dancing, right? But, wow, has my perception changed. I have to say I was completely wrong!
I am very lucky that one of my best friends is a professional dance instructor who owns a dance studio, which offers private lessons to couples.
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With all the importance placed on the wedding dress, we should not forget how essential the shoes are for completing the look.
For the modern bride the old question about practicality versus fashion has come to have new meaning with respect to wedding shoes. Fashion is more casual these days.
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Prep Work: Have an idea about how you want your finished product to look, and express it to your photographer.
Sizes: Think about sizes. Do you want the photo sizes to be consistent or a mix of 8"x10" portraits and 5"x7" shots. Research photo album styles and tell your photographer your top picks.
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Are you thinking of giving your guests charming little presents to take home as a keepsake? I am! And I loved all the different options available on Etsy - they have a whole section dedicated to this stuff!
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