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Wedding Lingerie by Oh Baby

On May 19, 2012 / fashion, Portland Wedding Vendors, shoes & accessories / Leave a comment

Are you looking for that special something to wear under your wedding dress, on your honeymoon or throughout your happily ever after? Don’t want to step foot in one of those seedy adult-themed stores? Oh Baby Lingerie on NW 23rd in Portland has everything you need! As one of Portland’s premier lingerie boutiques, they can help you find the perfect size and style of wedding lingerie in a friendly, comfortable atmosphere. Their lingerie is beautiful and well made, quality you won’t find at Victoria’s Secret or Nordstrom. Why shop at a big chain when you can get excellent products and service at a local boutique? Plus, Oh Baby Lingerie offers more than just pretty underwear, they can host after-hours lingerie parties for you and all your closest friends. Keep reading for more information on how Oh Baby can help you enjoy your search for lingerie ranging from tame to sassy to sexy!

Bridal Essentials

Find the perfect wedding lingerie for you and your bridesmaids. At Oh Baby, they carry a variety of sizes and styles in teddies, bustiers, nighties, strapless and plunge bras, silk slips, leg garters and hosiery.

Bridal Registry

Request the perfect bridal gift from frivolous to unforgettable. Oh Baby carries beautiful silk gown and robe sets, garters, garter belts and stockings – every “little nothing” for the perfect wedding night and honeymoon in styles from Simone Perele, Ari Dien, Julianne, CLO, Zinke and Mimi Holiday.

Lingerie Showers and Boudoir Accessories

Oh Baby can host your bridal shower or bachelorette party at a private after-hours event. They provide champagne, set up, a $25 gift certificate, 2 prizes for games and staffing for a great party. There is a $150 “after-hours” deposit which is waived if sales reach $1,000. Oh Baby can also add excitement and fun with their selection of candles, lotions, toys and tools from the most sophisticated boudoir collections.

Wedding Makeup, Hair & Design by Austie Eckley

On May 17, 2012 / Beauty, shoes & accessories / Leave a comment

Austie Eckley is a true treasure for Portland brides. She has tons of experience as a makeup artist, hair stylist and creator of veils and hair accessories. She started as a makeup artist with MAC nearly 10 years ago, but has grown to love the art of beauty as a whole. Austie is a master at creating and presenting a complete image. Watch below as she transforms each woman’s natural beauty into exceptional beauty, then keep scrolling for more examples of her wedding makeup, styling, veils and hair pieces. What I like about these before and after photos is that there are no tricks of the camera, no harsh lighting, no frumpy outfits or straight-out-of-bed hairdos to make the transformation seem more amazing than it really is. They’re simply examples of great artistry!

Now for the examples of wedding makeup, hair, styling and accessories by Austie Eckley!

Antique Wedding Rings from Antoinette Jewelry

On May 16, 2012 / jewelry / Leave a comment

I am a total sucker for antique jewelry, especially antique wedding and engagement rings. There’s just something special about having a ring that embodies so much history and craftsmanship. They also tend to be a little more unique in today’s wedding ring market. I know you can find new wedding rings in antique styles at most jewelry stores in Portland, but at Antoinette Jewelry, you get the real deal. They specialize in rare and exquisite estate jewelry, including Victorian, Edwardian, Art Nouveau, Art Deco and Retro period pieces. Only a small portion of their antique wedding rings and engagement rings are shown on their website (some of which you can see below), but you can call or visit their store to see more. If you’re passionate about finding the perfect antique wedding ring or engagement ring for you or your fiance, definitely check this place out.

Do you know any other great places to find antique wedding jewelry? Leave us a comment and let us know!

Wedding Invitations by Ecru: Modern Stationer

On May 15, 2012 / Invitations / Leave a comment

Imagine this. You reach into your mailbox and pull out a stack of envelopes. As you walk away, you flip through each one expectantly… bill, bill, coupon, bill… and then, there it is.

A card. A real, live handwritten note in a gorgeous envelope, addressed to you. You haven’t even opened it, but already your day is better. Because someone thought of you, and sent you something beautiful.

That moment is what Ecru is all about.

I love this welcome note from Ecru: Modern Stationer. That describes me to a T every day I walk out to our mailbox. I’m always hoping for something personal. The minute I see an envelope with a handwritten address, I get excited because I know chances are good it means something fun. It always makes my day when I receive a card, invitation or letter. I hope snail mail never goes away, because there’s just something magical about it. The fact that Ecru recognizes this and strives to promote it makes me love them. Fortunately, Ecru isn’t just all talk. They’ve got game, too! With an incredible supply of beautiful cards and invitations, Ecru is a perfect place to find save the date cards, bridal shower invitations, wedding invitations and thank you cards. For assistance with etiquette, wording and guidance in finding the perfect selection for your wedding, visit their store by Tanner Springs Park or make an appointment with owner, LeAnn Dolan. You’ll have the opportunity to browse their sample albums and ask questions. Ecru carries invitations from many of the top designers in the business, including:

Smock • Hello Lucky • Dauphine Press • Birch Crane & Co.
William Arthur • Prentiss Douthit • Cielo Blu BT Elements
Chloe B • Carlson Craft

Here are a few examples of wedding invitations and Save the Date cards from Ecru:

Red wedding invitations with flower detail.