Best Reds With Great Friends on www.ilikeherstyle.com {Part 2}

What an honor it was to be included in a follow up to our Fabulous Friends Creating Beautiful Business feature in the print issue of I Like Her Style Vancouver with Best Reds With Great Friends along side Jasmine Hoffman and Stephanie Lewis.

This feature was all about Red Wine and Red Lips! As Jasmine knows, we never wear a red lip however she assured us that she had the perfect red in her kit just for us! Exciting! Apparently, everyone has a perfect shade depending on their complexion and undertone.

Ours was Stila Stay All Day Liquid Lipstick in "Beso", a beautiful true red that looks great with any skin tone. Well, if it didn't have us channeling our inner Gwen Stefani! 

If you are ready to find your perfect red, you can book a makeup lesson with Jasmine Hoffman which includes a full face lesson, colour theory, take-home face chart and shopping lesson on how to choose the best brands and build your makeup kit.
 

PHOTOS Nomo Akisawa HAIR Courtney Brands and Cara Christensen MAKEUP Jasmine Hoffman BEAUTY BRUSHES SLMissGlam Beauty DRESS John Richmond from Vetrina

Read the full feature, here: https://issuu.com/ilikeherstylevancouver/docs/ilhsv_issue_1

Also, be sure to check out the print issue, available at these locations

Fabulous Friends Creating Beautiful Business on www.ilikeherstyle.com {Part 1}

Congratulations to our friends at I Like Her Style Vancouver who just launched their first print issue today! In celebration of that, we are sharing a recent editorial they showcased featuring US called Fabulous Friends Creating Beautiful Businesses. Has a nice ring to it, doesn't it?

When Jasmine Hoffman called us up to do the shoot, we agreed and thought as usual we would just drop the jewels off to the location and be on our way. However, just days before in our group text we received a message asking us to arrive with hair and makeup done. Wait, what! I was going to be in the shoot? Well, I could not think of a better way to spend the afternoon than with these dolls!

By now, if you have been following the blog and our Instagram you will recognize Jasmine Hoffman. I am often spotted at her place getting my makeup done, doing photoshoots, and going to events or up to general shenanigans with her.

The beautiful brushes that are often spotted in her hands are the lovely creation of Stephanie Lewis aka Miss Glam. Stephanie is a YouTube Queen, Beauty Mogul and every bit as sweet as her pretty pink princess online personality!

We feel so lucky to have a Girl Squad that also does double duty as a Glam Squad! 

This headpiece is reversible and is available for purchase in our ONLINE SHOP.

PHOTOS Nomo Akisawa HAIR Courtney Brands and Cara Christensen MAKEUP Jasmine Hoffman BEAUTY BRUSHES SLMissGlam Beauty DRESS John Richmond from Vetrina

Read the full feature, here: http://ilikeherstylevancouver.com/2016/12/womanspired-lookbook-fabulous-friends-creating-beautiful-businesses/

Also, be sure to check out the print issue, available at these locations

Steal Nicole Kidmans Golden Globes Jewellery Style

It seems like the Fashion Police of the inter web are split 50/50 on whether Nicole Kidman makes the Best Dressed or Worst Dressed list in this off the shoulder Alexander McQueen gown.

We didn't think it was thaaaaat bad- of course, that is because with our one track mind we were only staring at her jewellery! Totally on point, the choker is this seasons biggest trend and her diamond one was perfect with this look. We appreciated the simple style which was a contrast to ornate gown and hair...it's all about the balance!

We have several chokers available in our Choker Shop if you are looking to steal Nicole Kidman's Golden Globe Jewellery Style! One of our favorites is The Duchess, shown below which is several layers of swoopy Swarovski crystal ($495) or for a less dramatic look the single strand for $65. 

Both are available in our Choker Shop for purchase and we also offer custom design and sizing, just send us an email.

Collection photos taken by Lillian Jill Photography with Hair By Brands and  Makeup/Modeling by Jasmine Hoffman

Porcelain Blue As Seen In Wedluxe

When Shing Weddings contacted us to be a part of their Porcelain Blue Style File submission for Wedluxe Magazine we were immediately inspired to create something with color!

Drawing upon the iconic Cobalt and White combination, we put our Sapphire, White Opal and Chalk White Swarovski Crystals to work!

The shape of our signature marquise style also lent itself perfectly to the feathered motif. This set is now available by special order in our Online Shop and can be customized in other color combinations. Don't you think it is the perfect Something Blue addition to your wedding day style? 

Also featured were our Stephanie Studs with a White Opal Cushion Cut Swarovski Crystal center. Statement studs are a great choice for your wedding day earrings or anytime really! The White Opal is a nice touch too with its milky glow. Many of our styles can be customized using this trending color or any color for that matter, just send us an email and we'll be happy to see if we can make that happen for you!

PHOTOGRAPHY • Denise Lin Photography, CO-CONCEPT CREATOR, PLANNER, PLATES, CHAIR UPHOLSTERY AND BLUE CHAIR • Shing Weddings, CO-CONCEPT CREATOR, DECOR DESIGN, AND TABLE • Art of the Party Design, FLORAL DESIGN • The Flower Factory, STATIONERY DESIGN • Making Memories with Stationery, CAKE DESIGN • The Cake & The Giraffe, VENUE AND CHARGERS • Stanley Park Pavilion, HAIR STYLIST AND MAKEUP ARTIST • Anita Lee Beauty and Style, JEWELLERY • Elsa Corsi from Jeweliette, GOWN • Galia Lahav from Bisou Bridal, BLUE VASES • Atkinson's, GLASSWARE, FLATWARE, NAPKINS, AND WHITE CHAIR • A&B Partytime Rentals Ltd.

See the full feature online, here: http://wedluxe.com/porcelain-blue/

And The Cold Never Bothered Me Anyway

Cue the Frozen references because last week we did a photoshoot in a magical maze of ice and lights at Enchant Vancouver. Enchant is the world’s largest Christmas Light Maze, made up of over 55,000 sq. ft. of brilliantly illuminated sculptures arranged to create the perfect atmosphere for an evening adventure.

Not that you can tell from these serene photos of local personality, CEO of  AND "Choker Queen", Christie Lohr-but the weather outside was frightful! Christie was a great sport and the photos of her wearing our chokers turned out beautifully! 

Check out our Choker Shop and also our Etsy Store to shop our choker collection!

Credits: Photography Hong Photography | Makeup Jasmine Hoffman | Hair Hair By Brands | Jewelry Elsa Corsi from Jeweliette | Location Enchant Light Maze

Elsa Corsi's Steal Worthy Party Must-Haves!

I'd like to think I've learned a thing or two since this birthday party picture was taken. One being, that even if you loose at hot potato don't cry until you are let back in the game! True Story. And also, there is no better way to spend your special day than surrounded by a bunch of your besties! 

This year was a milestone year, and I've rounded up 7 Steal Worthy Party Must-Haves that made my day extra special!

VENUE, LA PENTOLA

FLOWERS, FLOWERZ

BALLOONS

1. Choose an already beautiful venue for dinner and then add your own special touches. These flowers from FLOWERZ (thanks Chella and Katie!) and a bevy of balloons brought in by Countdown Events truly set the stage for a festive evening at La Pentola located in the Opus Hotel.

SELFIE FRAME, FLOWER FACTORY

2. Add a festive prop, like one of Flower Factory's Signature Selfie Frames for your guests to have little fun with during picture time.

CAKE, LE GATEAU BAKESHOP

3. Big Birthdays NEED a Big Cake! I always get mine from Le Gateau Bakeshop. This one with layers of rich chocolate cake filled with fresh raspberries and mascarpone cream, was truly EPIC!

4. A cheeky cake topper! I got two from Shop Tineke since I wasn't sure about including it in the photos since it would thwart my it's time to start lying about my age plans, but in the end I decided age ain't nothing but a number! 

CAKE TOPPER, SHOP TINEKE

CAKE TOPPER, SHOP TINEKE

5. Such a bonus that La Pentola also had this amazing feature wall that we could take pictures in front of! It's Love Baby! Created by local graphic design artist Oliver Fletcher, the typography is the same style as the restaurants new branding, which celebrates a casual, cheeky and playful side of the restaurant. Art installations will be updated seasonally, showcasing Vancouver artists and giving guests a thought-provoking piece to enjoy.

IT'S LOVE BABY! DRESS, MASKA MODE

6. Every Birthday Girl Needs a #GlamSquad! Mine was Jasmine Hoffman (makeup) and Courtney Brands (hairstyling). And since it was my birthday, we added some Veronica Gomes hair extensions. 

GLAM SQUAD GOALS, JASMINE HOFFMAN AND COURTNEY BRANDS

7. Friends who take the lead! Every year I plan an amazing party...in my own mind! This year these gorgeous ladies made it happen in real life! Thank you Chella Levesque and Katie Schaeffers!

CHELLA LEVESQUE AND KATIE SCHAEFFERS

7. A professional photographer! Please, spare your friends the bad angles and bad lighting! Having a professional capture the moments and your friends looking amazing is one of the best investments you can make for your party. I was so happy to have Samineh from Belluxe Photography attend for the early portion of the evening for photos!

SAMINEH FROM BELLUXE PHOTOGRAPHY

Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate!

And to the Hornby Street Crew- Vivian from W Lash, Kam from Vancouver MediSpa, Denise from Salon Origins and Maryam Collahi were Girl Bossing but came after photos just in time for the shenanigans! Be sure to click through everyones links and check out some of the city's finest female entrepreneurs!

I think it's safe to say a good a time was had by all and I can't wait to celebrate more milestones with this group of lovelies!

SOHA LAVIN, COUNTOWN EVENTS

HILARY CHAN-KENT, INF INFLUENCER AGENCY

HANNAH AND MIRTHA FROM LITTLE PINK DRESS DESIGN

JENNY DE JONG, SHOP TINEKE AND COUNTDOWN EVENTS

Real Wedding | All The Pretty Details

Styling lace wedding gowns is one of our favorites! There is just something so classic and so creamy about this fine fabric that makes it perfect for a wedding day and a natural compliment to our pearl and signature marquise designed jewelry. 

We love that Chrissy chose our Petite Elsa Button Earring and Petite Jasmine Necklace to compliment her beautiful gown from Isabelle's Bridal. The Petite Jasmine features three beautiful strands of freshwater pearls that we knot individually using silk and then flanked on either side with two brooch-like designs. The smaller piece in this particular set was designed to go with the earrings perfectly!

Your can shop both pieces from Chrissy's look, in our Online Shop HERE

Photography Brandie Coe Photography | Dress- Isabelle’s Bridal | Earrings- Elsa Corsi from Jeweliette Jewellery | Hair by- Nicole Dragon from Revive Salon | Makeup by- Brianna Scott | Stationary- paper poet

Love, Marriage, Baby Carriage

First comes love, 

Then comes marriage, 

...then comes baby in a baby carriage!

“I can’t tell you enough how excited and how much I was looking forward to being able to wear my favourite jewels again to document another special time in our lives ❤️ thank you so much for creating the perfect pieces for me!”

— Erin Laybolt

Nothing makes us happier than seeing our jewels make another appearance in the love story of our couples. Whether it is a birthday, anniversary or special milestone we know you will love pulling out your Elsa Corsi wedding jewels for many occasions to come!

Bridal Gown: Delica Bridal | Wedding Photos: elsphotography | Maternity Photo: Katch Studios | Hair and Makeup (Maternity): Sen Studios

Beach Glam Wedding

Sometimes on our Instagram page we post a little sneak peek of some of the custom designs we work on. It is our way of showing you the different modifications we can make to our designs that are not always available to view in shop or online. You might remember this gorgeous set we posted in May that featured a suite of White Opal Swarovski Crystals for our Calgary retail partner Kara of The Bridal Boutique and her bridesmaids....

We loved seeing all of Kara's bridal style details come together this week on Style Me Pretty, where the bridal mecca of inspriration featured the wedding!

Kara definitely brought the glam to the beach starting with this Galia Lahav gown. Being a bridal store owner, it could not have been easy choosing The One with all the options available at their Calgary and Edmonton Wedding Boutiques!

In addition to gifting her girls with Plum Pretty Sugar robes, Kara wanted to create an earring "that would go with hers that they could wear to the wedding"...her wish was our command and we designed a statement stud in the same White Opal Swarovski Crystals that we featured in her earrings. The gift of jewellery they can wear on the day of as well as years to come is a great way to say Thank You to your bridesmaids for being there with you every step of the way!

Congratulations to the happy couple! Their fairy tale wedding is off to the sparkliest of starts!

See the full feature on Style Me Pretty, here: http://www.stylemepretty.com/2016/08/24/white-color-palette-jamaica-destination-wedding/

Photography: Ether & Smith | Wedding Dress: Galia Lahav | Stationery: Pinkpolka Wedding Design | Shoes: Louboutin | Jewelry: Elsa Corsi | Bridesmaids' Dresses: The Bridal Boutique | Calligraphy: Justine Ma: Design + Hand Lettering | Tuxedo: suits by curtis eliot | Planning/Styling: Bride | Resort: Sandals Royal Bahamian | Robes: Plum Pretty Sugar