I'm a California Girl with silver hair living in Florida The first 200 or so posts are from my wedding planning company. Now they're about being a widowed midlife woman, the things I like, the places I've been, and becoming a travel agent for solo women who like going to Disney properties & sunny locations all over the world. Formerly A Joyeux Blog
Tuesday, July 8, 2008
Shoes That Wow!!!
These shoes by Christian Louboutin are featured on the June/July cover of Brides magazine. Aren't they fabulous??? Just remember Bride's can do whatever they want to create their 'bridal' look. Whether that means hot pink heels or a hot pink dress, what ever makes you happy is what you should wear.
Monday, July 7, 2008
Champagne for Beverage Monday

For me, nothing says romance like champagne. Then you make it pink and I'm in heaven. This year, Moet & Chandon introduced a spectacular Rosé Champagne. The Moët Rosé Indulgence Coffret. The bottle is a glossy black lacquer. Their website describes it as the Glamourous Champagne, and "Unlocking it is to discover the spirit of an 18th centure boudoir, a world of indulgence and richesse” It's packaged in a sensual box complete with a lock and key with a pink tassel. So utterly sexy!!!!
Friday, July 4, 2008
Happy 4th of July
In honor of Independence Day, I thought I would do a Red, White & Blue Inspiration Board. You can do the patriotic colors without having the flag emblazoned on everything. Next year we will celebrate 4th of July on a Saturday and why not do the colors for your patriotic wedding. Plus, as a bonus you get to cap the evening off a great firework display and hand out sparklers to your guests. - Berries and Sand centerpieces-Martha Stewart
- Ruby, Diamond & Sapphire Necklace-Jewelry Castle
- Table Scape-Social Couture
- Boat Place Cards-Beau Coup
- Red & Blue M & M's
- Cracker Jack's
- Bouquet, Cake and Boutonniere- The Knot
- Striped Wedding Invitations-Wedding Paper Diva's
- Place Setting-Country Living Magazine
- Wedding Dress-Alfred Angelo. Modified with a cherry sash.
- Red, White & Blue Shoe-Dolce & Gabbana
- Sparklers-My Wedding Favors
Monday, June 30, 2008
New Feature. Beverage Monday.
How fun is this is? Vodka 02, a patented Sparkling Vodka. What a great alternative to champagne and at 80 proof quite a bit more potent!!
"The Vodka is of exceptional quality and smoothness that gently sparkles on the tongue, lightens your mood and stirs the senses. Its sexy, sophisticated and creates a sense of fun, celebration and occasion." from Admiral Imports US distributor of Vodka o2.
Here are a couple of fun recipes from the website.
Tuesday, June 24, 2008
Flip Flops


- Blue Flip flops-by Tracey Asai Designs, for your something blue
- Crystal flip flops-by Crystal flip flops, a little bling for your feet
- Monogrammed flip flops-from Gift Shopping Zone, for your bridesmaids or yourself
- Bridal flip flops-by Bonnie Marcus, cute & pink to showcase exactly who you are
- Just Married flip flops-from Personalization Mall, to show off to the world your new status
Friday, June 20, 2008
Viva la France
Ok, you cannot have a name like A Joyeux Day without loving all things French, so when I saw these I fell in love. Is it not just the cutest? It is a little box by Studio d. Sharp. You can buy one for an engagement ring and add a "Marry Me" sign or you can buy several and put candy in them to use as favor boxes. Thank you to Parisian Party Blog for posting this 1st.Thursday, June 19, 2008
Hot Summer Days!!!

It's actually the last day of spring and it's 100 degrees outside so I thought I'll try my hand at an inspiration board. So here is my 1st based on the hot, summer sun & fresh, cool water. Nice refreshing lemonade, yellow Gerber daisies, blue umbrellas, fans to keep cool, a beautiful view, a delicious cake and bridesmaids in yellow & blue.
- Bridesmaid Dresses-David's Bridal
- Bouquet-The Knot
- Umbrellas-Patio Umbrellas
- Invitation-Invitation Consultants
- Fan's-Bliss Wedding Market
- Ocean View-Malibu Locations
- Cake-Nancy Kay Confections
- Lemonade-Sur La Table






