Plan a Stylish, Casual Dinner Party + Giveaway from Macy’s!

Any fabulous hostess will tell you that the key to planning a successful dinner party is attention to detail. Whether you are hosting a casual dinner for your bridesmaids, a couples’ night out or hosting visiting family, Macy’s Registry is here to offer some help. With Macy’s you can set a stylish table simply by taking a step up from your average white plates.

One of our favorite Macy’s Registry selections for casual entertaining is the Noritake Colorwave collection! The versatile collection allows you to mix and match for just the right balance of casual, color and touch of sophistication.

Macy's serveware

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For more than 90 years, Noritake has made an art of setting the table. The Japanese-inspired Colorwave dinnerware and dishes collection is a simple and versatile pattern in white stoneware accented with rich, vivid color. Mixing-and-matching hues in rim, coupe and quad shapes makes it easy to create a table that’s an expression of your personal taste.

When you’re creating your Macy’s wedding registry, be sure to sign up for the Macy’s Registry Star Rewards program. With this program you’ll earn Rewards Dollars back on all purchases from your registry. So say you register for 8 placesettings of this Noritake dinnerware and all get purchased for you. You’ll get $32 back on a Rewards Card to spend at Macy’s however you wish. Even better- say you needed a new dress to host your in-laws – you’ll get 10% back on that purchase, when made with your Macy’s card. Isn’t that a great deal?

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Can you imagine hosting a dinner party with Macy’s Noritake Colorwave dishes? In this week’s giveaway contest, you have the chance to win four place settings from Noritake Dinnerware, Colorwave collection, in any share or color that Macys.com offers!

Giveaway Details: One winner will receive four place settings from Noritake Dinnerware, Colorwave collection in your choice of color and style offered on the Macys.com website. Make everyday meals a little more fun with Colorwave dinnerware from Noritake, perfect for a bride’s first dinnerware set! Mix and match pieces of your set to create a tabletop with endless possibilities.

To enter for a chance to win, simply comment on this post with a link to a Macy’s item you’d like to include on your registry checklist! In order for comments to be accepted for this contest, they must include a link to a Macy’s item. You may comment as frequently as once per day through Tuesday, May 22 by 11:59 pm EST. You can ALSO do any of the following to increase your chances of winning:

Make sure to come back and leave a separate comment for EACH action you take. Please include links to your posts, tweets etc. when possible. Good luck!

*Email addresses in comments will ONLY be used to contact the winner.  They will not be shared with the public or used for promotional purposes. It is only necessary to enter your email address into the email field and not in your comment. The winner will be announced on Wednesday, May 23.

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Sui numeris bride Giveaway Winner!

It’s Wednesday morning and that means we have selected the winner of our giveaway contest from the sui numeris bride boutique!  The winner will receive the lovely bridal headband in the image below along with a $100 credit towards any DRESS in the boutique!

bridal headband

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The winner of our giveaway contest last week from sui numeris bride is Kate . Congratulations! Her winning comment that was submitted on 05/14/12 and selected in a random drawing is: “I follow @weddingwindow on Twitter!” Dee, from sui numeris bride, will be in touch with you shortly to discuss your prize details and to get your shipping info.

Thank you everyone for entering! We have another giveaway contest is coming up later today so be sure to check back in to enter for more chances to win fabulous prizes for your wedding day!

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Wedding Boutique: sui numeris bride

Attention brides! Don’t forget, today is the last day to get your entries in for the sui numeris bride giveaway contest! You’ll have the chance to win a beautiful bridal headband as well as a $100 gift certificate towards any of their dresses! Enter here!

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boutique wedding gowns

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Sui numeris bride is a boutique located in Austin, Texas. In true boutique fashion, they offer unique, handpicked items. As a hands-on business, they have constant interaction with their fans and uses their feedback as a guide for choosing the items offered in the boutique.

boutique wedding accessories

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They have cocktail dresses from designers such as Valentino and Vera Wang and luxury wedding dresses from designers like Watters and Pronovias; they also offer authentic vintage dresses!

“Like” sui numeris bride on Facebook for fun interaction with the boutique. They offer specials on a regular basis and award free weekly prizes on Facebook just for commenting on fashion styles!

Don’t forget to enter the contest and come back tomorrow to find out if you are the lucky winner!

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Real Wedding: Emily & Jon

We love Emily and Jon’s less than traditional wedding day! The couple started off their wedding celebrations with a Mad Men inspired photo shoot with Katrina from Studio Laguna Photography.

mad men themed engagement shoot

Photo Credit: Studio Laguna Photography

Then, it was on to the wedding itself!  Emily and Jon had a beautiful, outdoor morning ceremony at a local community park.  The ceremony was followed by a delicious Greek lunch from Mediterranean Cruise Cafe in the Burnsville Performing Arts Center.

park wedding ceremony

Photo Credit: Studio Laguna Photography

wedding ceremony in the park

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cute wedding ceremony

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bride and groom portraits

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beautiful bride and groom pictures

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sage green bridesmaids

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groomsmen in gray suits

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bride and groom toast

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lemon lime wedding details

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terra cotta pots escort cards

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children wedding games

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yellow floral wedding cakes cupcakes

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After lunch, everyone headed back to Emily’s family home for a poolside reception filled with picnic foods, drinks and dancing!

poolside wedding reception

Photo Credit: Studio Laguna Photography

Congratulations Emily & Jon!

poolside wedding

Photo Credit: Studio Laguna Photography

Vendors
Photographer: Studio Laguna Photography
Caterer: Mediterranean Cruise Cafe
Tuxedo and Mens Attire: Savvi Formalwear
Bridesmaid Dresses: The Wedding Shoppe
Event Venue: Burnsville Performing Arts Center

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Traditional Food & Drink for a Cultural Wedding

As I mentioned in a previous Wed Loft post about multicultural weddings, serving traditional food and drink is an easy way to honor culture and family at your wedding.  With our ever growing community of global caterers and restaurants, modern multicultural couples have a wide variety of reception options from which to choose. From simple appetizers to cocktail hour treats and even a full plated meal, food is the great mediator that brings families together and adds cultural flavor without overwhelming the entire wedding celebration. Here are some of my favorite dishes:

Ceviche is a popular seafood appetizer in the coastal regions of Latin America. Served cold, it is always fresh and relatively simple for caterers to create. The dish is perfect for a Latin inspired cocktail hour; add some gourmet chips, guacamole, and fresh farmer’s cheese for a fabulous appetizer plate.

Shrimp Ceviche

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Your Italian ancestors surely dined on traditional wedding soup, a perfect first course for a sit down reception meal. Follow up with various fresh pasta dishes served family style, ending with fruit, salad and a generous shot of Limonchello to cleanse your palette.

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A Japanese sushi bar is an enticing addition to a cocktail hour. Remember to include vegetarian options for non-fish eaters.  Sushi can be a brave choice so be sure to research your caterers and check out comments on the various online review sites.

Sushi

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A home style Brazilian BBQ is sure to please any grilling fanatic with its wide variety of meats, salads, and vegetables. Know for its simple yet flavorful seasoning, Brazilian BBQ and the accompanying side dishes are perfect for a buffet style reception.

samba

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Of Greek decent? Fill a dessert table with traditional cakes and pastries. An old country family sweets recipe would make a perfect favor for your guests. Remember to include the instructions so they can pass on the tradition with their families.

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Photo Credit: GreekIslandWeddingInspirations.com

Here are some of my favorite drinks:

Mead, a homemade wine-like drink, is common at Irish weddings. Easy to make at home, mead is a thoughtful, unique gift for guests.

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Photo Credit: Emily Foran / Three Little Words

Beautifully colored and deliciously tasting, Sangria is the drink of choice at weddings with a Latin flair. Simple to make and serve, it is a perfect summer wedding signature drink.

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Sake is a Japanese rice wine served at special occasions such as weddings, birthdays, and holidays. Served chilled or warm, sake etiquette, pouring for others and receiving in specific movements, is a common custom in Japan. Advice from sake experts: sip slowly and never let a cup go dry.

Saki

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I hope you’ve enjoyed our little global tour of traditional wedding food and drink. No matter how you choose to add culture your wedding, this special touch is sure to connect with your families and guests and provide happy memories for you newlyweds for years to come.

Happy Planning!

Mellissa

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