Category: Spotlight

As children little girls are thought a myriad number of things, from social etiquette to proper pronunciation and how to be a fine lady one day. But, mixed in amongst the rigid formality of their burgeoning lives are the magnificent and innocent day dreams. At the apex of these dreams is their future wedding, in…

For centuries the act of eloping was once a reckless romantic notion filled with rebellion and perils. It was also only for those madly and passionately in love who had a streak of defiance and adventure. However, today an elopement is an immensely romantic affair just for two. In this vain, Monica and Brian Vargas…

The magnificent natural, rich beauty that la femme de noire holds in her amazing genes is truly brilliant and breath-taking. This styled shoot by Fab Season Events and Queen Photographers of Georgia at the beautiful Christa O’Brien Photography Studio is elegant and timeless. From the lovely flowers by The Funky Shack Flower Market to the…

Oh romance abounds in this stunning styled shoot of Australia’s queen of couture wedding gowns, Jordanna Regan latest collection. It’s simply magnificent! The concept of the white wedding gown is over 180 years old. Thanks to Queen Victoria of England, who ushered in the conspicuous consumption aspect of weddings, romantic love and the alabaster gown…

The traditional bridal trousseau was historically considered to be a woman’s connubial accoutrements such as clothing, lingerie and linens that accompanied her into marriage. The trousseau is the chattel of a bride in historical parlance. The term is taken from the French word ‘trousseau’ – meaning ‘small bundle’. Throughout history, single young women all over…

The art of wine pairing is a delicate balance between food and wine, however, being knowledge in the world of gastronomy will unlock the true flavors of both cuisine and wine. The “science” of wine pairing can be daunting, but it’s not very complicated. There are four basic components of taste: sweet, sour, salt and…

By Nicole Salvi Champagne has been associated with refinement and aristocracy for centuries. From Napoleon Bonaparte, Czar Nicolas Romanov, (Russia’s last royal) and Oscar Wilde, (the famous 19th century British playwright, poet and novelist), to the “God-gifted” composer Mozart, the inebriating golden nectar has allured palates into a love affair that has lasted well into…

Dubbed as one of the most romantic, off-the-grid islands in the world, Musha Cay embodies the elements of the ultimate private island escape. Situated in the Exuma Bahamas and brought to life by legendary illusionist David Copperfield, this 700-acre tropical retreat is available for exclusive rental only, offering dream-like experiences for up to 24 guests…

Cayman Islands Until the mid-1900’s, wedding cakes in the Cayman Islands were six different types of heavy cake made of starchy roots such as yam, cassava, breadfruit, pumpkin, and rice. In addition to these cakes there was a two-tier main cake with royal icing. The cakes were the “stars” of what was called the “wedding cake…

Cake Lookbook The true focal point of a wedding is the stunning cake, it’s aim is to be spectacularly beautiful and scrumptious. Apart from its beauty, the wedding cake will reflect the likes and style of the couple and of course, impress the palates of the couple and their guests. For our cake lookbook, we…