Facing Summer - Melt proof makeup!

Hey everyone! It's Heather:) I'm going to give you a sneak peek of our Summer 2012 beauty article. You will definitely want to read the whole article when it comes out on June 15th! Most of us LOVE the summer time! How can you not?! All the sunshine, beach getaways, playing (yes playing!) outside, and just plain fun!! One of the biggest problems of the awesome summer is the summer heat causes our makeup to melt right off our faces. It's been a constant battle for me for years! So, when I approached our Beauty Contributor, Kim Alicea, about this problem she was on board with helping women everywhere find great solutions no matter what their budgets are. Below is a sneak peek! Enjoy and be sure to check out the full article on June 15th in our summer issue at www.itsaboutdetails.com!





    Now let’s talk makeup! Although you may feel you don’t want to wear a lot of makeup through the summer months, it is necessary to wear a few extras if you want your makeup to survive the day.  Anyone wanting a flawless face that will last all day or night (Brides in particular), these tips are for you!



Foundation – Choosing a foundation based on your skin type is the key.  Long wearing foundations are very popular these days but don’t get caught up in the advertising. Everyone’s skin is different and it’s important to find what’s right for you. Dry skin needs hydration which typically comes with an oil based foundation, while oily skin needs a mattifying formula typically found in oil free formulas that incorporate powders.



Foundation:  1. CHANEL Perfection Lumiere $57
                       2. Make Up Forever HD Invisible Cover $40
                       3. L’Oreal Infallible Never Fail Makeup $14


Avoid cream blushes and shadows, they will separate and require maintenance.

Use an eye shadow base (primer).



To see the rest of the article with lots of tips and recommendations read our Summer issue on June 15th at www.itsaboutdetails.com!

First Look

Many photographers are encouraging brides to have their formals pictures taken prior to the ceremony. While this may free up time during cocktail hour, some brides are feelings as though they have to see each other prior to exchanging vows, despite wanting to be traditional.

It's possible to stay traditional and have plenty of time to enjoy yourself during cocktails. Try to allot a little extra time between getting ready and the ceremony. This little gap can be used to take pictures of yourself and groom not seeing each other such as bridals, family, and bridesmaids. Just that alone will save a lot of time for later.

Once the ceremony is over, there mainly only the entire bridal party and family pictures to be taken. After these few shots are taken, encourage your guests to enjoy cocktails as you stay behind with your groom. This allows for more intimate moments and also allows your photographer to move more quickly.

It can be rather distracting for the bride and groom to have numerous cameras flash, therefore I find it best to photograph them when guests and family have trickled away, allowing for photos that are more intimate. This also enables the photographer to move more quickly, which as a result lets the couple plenty of time to enjoy cocktails.

Recap of the Brides Against Breast Cancer - Charity Gown Event

Want your dream couture dress, but it doesn't fit in your budget? Want to help a good cause while buying your dream dress? You're in luck, because at the Brides Against Breast Cancer charity gown event you will get your dream dress and help a good cause! Search through hundreds of dresses. There is truly something for every brides from simple dresses to princess gowns. Top designers at affordable prices and other gowns at a even better prices! You can see our full article and more pictures in our December 15th issue! So keep a look out!

Recap of the Society of Wedding Planners "Whose Table Is It Anyway?" table top design competition!

We decided to enter the "Whose Table Is It Anyway?" competition that was held on September 21st, 2011 at the Phoenixville Foundry. Proceeds benefited the Gift of Life Family House.

We LOVE designing anything for weddings (that's why we exist!)! So it just made sense that we would enter this competition. There were multiple categories. We entered the Wedding decor budget of $10,000 or more. We chose to do a wedding design inspired by Steampunk. It was so much fun and very interesting putting together all the Steampunk elements.

There was great food, talented professionals, flower competition, and much more! To read the article and to see a lot more pictures, taken by Lindsay Docherty, make sure you read issue 4 (it will be released December 15th)!

FASHION FRIDAY! - Flashy Night Out

This outfit would be great for a bachelorette party. The sequence, red, and bling will defiantly have all eyes on you.

Paillette-Inset Party Dress from Charlotte Russe $34.99
Twinkle & Sparkle Stud Earrings from Charlotte Russe $4.00
Silvas Ruby Red Fashion Ring from Fantasy Jewelry Box $14.95
Viviana Red Platform Pumps from Target $29.99

Grand total for a flashy and sexy party outfit: $83.93

Fashion Friday! - Chic Tropical Honeymoon

Sometimes you're so busy planning your wedding and attending all the pre-wedding events that packing and getting ready for your honeymoon maybe the last thing on your mind. But have no fear! Because just below you will find a great honeymoon outfit. Perfect for the beach! Just pack this great outfit along with your bathing suit, a pair of shorts, undergarments, a few tanks and tops, you're now packed and ready for your honeymoon. The Halter Maxi Bra Top Dress is from Victoria's Secret and is $79.50. The Relic Gia Pleated Paisley Tote is from Kohl's and is $48.00. The LC Lauren Conrad Square sunglasses are also from Kohl's and are $30.00. The Braided T-Strap Sandals, $7.50, and Rectangle Bead Bracelet in Turquoise and Gold, $12.80, are both from Forever 21.

Grand Total for a Great Honeymoon Outfit = $177.80

Our new trailer and behind the scenes videos!

So since our first photo shoot back in February (well even before that I guess) we knew that we wanted to give you access to the behind the scenes and give you awesome videos to watch. Finally, we have our 'it's about details trailer' completed as well as the behind the scenes video of the 'Rocker Chic' photo shoot. We still have lots of other videos in the works! Some behind the scenes and some actual videos where we will give you advice, updates, etc.! Let us know what you would like to see. I'm personally video shy, but still very excited! But for now enjoy these videos below!

Fashion Friday! - Lace it Up with Pearls

So we decided, here at it's about details, to start Fashion Friday! We will put together outfits you could wear to your bridal shower, bachelorette party, luncheon, wedding day, bridesmaids, or just running wedding errands! Most Fridays it will be about the lady's, but don't worry some Fridays Jason will put together great outfits for men too!

To start it off I put together a romantic and slightly trendy outfit that's all about the lace accented with lovely pearls. It's perfect for spring! You can easily wear this outfit to your bridal shower, luncheon, or even meeting with your vendors. This outfit is great and budget friendly too! The Raschel Knit Lace Dress is from Forever21 and is only $24.80. The accessories and shoes are from Charlotte Russe, Tri-Blossom Stretch Ring just $4, Pink Pearl & Gem Bangle Set $6.50, Pearl & Bow Layered Necklace $7.50, Rhinestone, Pearl, & Bow Earrings $4,  and Glossy Lace-Print Platform Pump $30!


Grand total for an awesome outfit - $76.80!!