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The Talented Dave Getzschman

9.10.12

To say Dave Getzschman is a talented photographer is like saying Motzart is a good composer. A drastic understatement. Maybe even a petty crime.

But I don’t need to tell you that. Nor do you need to hear he’s been named one of the top 10and top 5 — wedding photographers in the world. All you need to do is look at his photos, and you’ll immediately know he’s good. Really good. The type of good that leaves your jaw cemented to the floor.

At least, that’s where mine was the first time I flipped through his portfolio.

I’d been looking through photographer after photographer for 8 hours straight, and my eyes had glazed over out of sheer boredom. I’d seen ring shots and bouquet shots. Table setting shots and invitation shots. Kissing shots and lineup shots. What I hadn’t seen was a wow-me shot.

See more of Dave’s jaw-dropping photos »

Cozy Fall Throws

9.7.12

While I may not be the biggest fan of fall, there’s one thing I do love about it: the chunky, cozy, make-you-want-to-cuddle throws. I’ve been on the search for a super soft version for our new place, and of course, the ones I like most come with a price tag as hefty as their weave. So I’ve added some good secondary options below to keep you toasty on all those chilly autumn nights.

1. Available in a multitude of weaves and three colors — grey, ivory and camelSofia Cashmere’s throws are the crème de la crème. For an alternative, try the Gump’s leggo or cable knit throwsboth on sale — Pottery Barn’s cable knit throw or Brook Farm General Store’s cable knit throw.

2. Nordstrom’s tasseled fall throw comes with an added benefit: it’s machine washable. For a similar look try West Elm’s chunky tassel throw, William-Sonoma Home’s chunky herringbone cotton throw or Pottery Barn’s Austin Throw. Or for a luxury option, try Sefte’ maya boucle throw.

3. The alpaca throwsavailable in both plaids and solids — from Lands Down Under are a nice switch-up from the traditional sweater style fall throws.

4. Calypso St. Barth’s clouds throw is a nubby, fluffy dream. For a barely close second, try William-Sonoma Home’s chunky basketweave cotton throw.

5. The quintessential fall blanket, Pendleton’s plaid alpaca throw promises to keep you warmer than wool. For other plaid options, try Crate & Barrel’s mateo plaid alpaca throw, Pfeifer Studio’s cuddle blanket or one of Pendleton’s wool throws.

6. Gump’s ziggy throwon sale — gives fall’s quintessential rustic look a graphic punch. For a simple striped version try Garnet Hill’s Lorenzo Wool Throw.

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Natural Latex Matteresses

9.6.12
source: Savvy Rest

With a new husband and a new home drifting closer on the horizon, I figured it was high time for a new mattress. Only problem: Which one?

Wandering through the world of mattresses is like navigating through troubled water. Everywhere you dock, you hear another cautionary tale. Cheap mattresses sag. Spring mattresses are lumpy. Memory foam mattresses are hot. But the most worrisome of all: a large number of all types of mattresses contain harmful chemicals.

You’ve probably smelled them. I know I have. The last mattress I got, a Tempurpedic, reeked for weeks. Luckily, it was summer. So we opened the windows and let the smell float to the heavens not thinking much of it.

Turns out, we should have. The fumes were toxic VOCs, which by now you’ve probably heard all about. VOCs (volatile organic compounds) cause a number of harmful health problems including cancer. So they’re not particularly something you want to sleep on.

See which mattresses are healthy and where to get them »

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Falling for Fall

9.5.12
source: Lars Vande Goor

While the first signs of fall have most people giddy with glee, I go into mourning. Not because I don’t like fall, but because I truly love summer. The blue of the sky. The green of the trees. The warmth of the water. The flowers. The fruits. The fantastic weather.

To me, fall signifies the end of the bounty of summer, and most importantly, paddle boarding. I would spend all day, every day on the water if possible.

So when the first week of September hits, I need a little help falling for fall. Okay. A lot of help, and in case you’re like me, here’s a collection of what makes fall so spectacular to help ease the pain of summer’s end.

What about you? Do you welcome fall with open arms or wish it would hold off a little longer?

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Jetting Off

9.4.12
source: Jimmy Choo, Victoria’s Secret

I’m taking off looking nowhere near as stylish as those two women — I wish – for Croatia today, and to be honest, it doesn’t feel real. I can’t believe I’ll be in a foreign country in just a few hours, and more than that, I can’t believe I’m getting married. Ahhh. Good thing I didn’t pack my running shoes.

While I’m away, I’ll be completely unplugged. No phone. No computer. No tablet. So I won’t be able to respond to any comments or e-mails. But don’t worry, there will still be posts. I have ones lined up for every day while I’m gone. So be sure to stop by.

When I return — September 24 — I’ll do my best to answer all your e-mails and comments as quickly as possible. Until then, thank you for all of your support. I so greatly appreciate it.

And now, I’m off to get hitched.

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