After my family moved away from Long Beach, NY, we spent several summers on Block Island, a tiny ocean sanctuary off the New England Coast. I witnessed several mid-day weddings there as we rode our bikes up and down the rocky terrain. There is something special about afternoon affairs, a frothy lightness that reveals a casual beauty. Understated, yet elegant, it seems the perfect purview for the Eberjey bride.
By Ellen Lewis
Did you know that the original bridal trousseau originated in France? It was meant as part of the hope chest, an armoire to be filled with a variety of things that the bride would need to start a new life. Here in the USA, the tradition was translated into the Bridal Shower celebration, for which lingerie remains one of the most sought after gifts. No wonder some of the most precious wedding … Read More
By Ellen Lewis
It’s no secret I am a Samantha Chang fan. She has that rare mixture of an artist’s touch and business reality. When I saw her new Modern Vintage collection, I flashed back to my wedding when I was 22 and insisted on wearing a vintage peasant wedding dress. My very traditional mother did not fare well during the try on process. My taste was always eclectic leaning towards the shabby chic. I … Read More
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