A colleague of mine
just got back from Paris, where she attended an amazing wedding show, the Salon
du Mariage at the Carrousel du Louvre. She shared all her trend, inspiration
and idea discoveries with me and my team — and we're so excited to pass them
along to you on this week's blog.
I'll be highlighting
Parisian trends in wedding design, décor and style, and I'll also be showing
you how Jean M can help you incorporate those trends and make your wedding
"fantastique!"
PLUS — as a special
"merci" for reading our Parisian Week blogs, we're giving away one of
our fabulous, Eiffel Tower Centerpieces. All you have to do to be entered to
win is leave us a comment and let us know how you'd incorporate these Parisian
trends into YOUR wedding. We'll randomly select a winner and will notify them
via a blog post next week.
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Parisian fashion and event designers have
always had their fingers on the pulse of what women want. And from all the
glitz and glam they presented at the Salon du Mariage, it's evident that the
hearts of today's brides are absolutely a-flutter about being "Queen for a
Day!"
1,2. There were dramatic, regal looks from
head to toe with gowns of lavish layers, splashes of sparkle, fluffy feathers
and rows of ruffles, and looks were finished with neo-classical style, lace-up
shoes to match!
3,4. Single, add-on elements absolutely
screamed modern royalty — like delicately feathered boas draped over shoulders
or Elizabethan-style neck ruffs paired with ultra-contemporary gowns.
5. No royal wedding would be complete without
Prince Charming, right? The Parisians went whimsical and featured Monsieur Frog
prominently — even on centerpieces!
6. Speaking of Prince Charming, there was
nary a traditional black rental tux in sight for the Parisian grooms of 2010.
Oh no. They were decked in rich, creamy brocade jackets with satin ascots...
7. ...and in dapper top hats, walking sticks,
cutaway jackets and pinstriped pants worthy of attending their
"queen!"
So how do you turn these Parisian dreams into
your wedding reality? Start with an invitation worthy of your royal-style
wedding.
Love the lavish, layered look? Our "Audrey" wedding invitation
features three fabulously embossed layers all tied together with a satin
ribbon. Also check out the coordinating Audrey table number cards and Audrey menu cards.
Ooh la la!
Dreaming of a designer look for your wedding?
Jean M is proud to present fashion designer Monique Lhuillier's wedding
invitations and stationery, created especially for the bride who wants classic,
elegant invitations with a modern twist. Monique Lhuillier’s invitations were
inspired by her bridal fashions and incorporate only the finest papers and printing processes. Her "Timeless Filigree" wedding invitation has a crest-like design at the top to tie in with your royal theme.
Accessorize your ceremony with the richest
brocades and regal, satin tassels of our Silver Brocade Collection. The flower basket, ring pillow, guest book and pen will set an ultra-elegant
tone for your romantic moments.
And then add dazzle to your reception with
our crown-inspired regal flutes,
regal serving set and regal candle stand set.
Crown every personalized item with our crown
design! Emblazon your favor boxes, wedding napkins, menu cards, place cards and more.

And while you're at it, crown yourself, too!
Add this sparkling gold wedding tiara to your hairstyle and you're to be an even more
beautiful center of attention.
Want your own touch of whimsy? Jean M's
version of Monsieur Frog — a sweet, stuffed frog ring pillow — is just awaiting your kiss and "I Do!"
Au revoir — until Wednesday, when we'll be
back with more chic wedding trends from Paris!