Lulubelles of Louisville – Spring Fling!
This Friday March 19th!

If you aren’t familiar with Lulubelles yet – it is a hautemomma duo, Gretchen Black and Natalie Gerlack, creating stunning pieces from earrings, necklaces, rings and bracelets – these handmade adornments are unique and super-haute!

Here are a few HMS Faves!

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Sally Foster
www.urbanistelex.com
Photographed by Angela Anderson – www.angela-photo.com 

Just as her website states – “Sally Foster is Central Kentucky’s Urbaniste (French for “town planner”, and in this case, your wedding planner extraordinaire).” She brings her penchant for detail along with her love of….Weddings! Her marriage, no pun, of the two are nothing short of a match made in Heaven! 

HMS caught up with Sally to find out more about what she loves most about weddings – specific details and much more! Enjoy! and you can keep up with Sally’s fabulous haute wedding articles via HMS as her articles are frequently posted!
Or of course visit - www.urbanistelex.com !
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What type of wedding venue is your favorite – farm, hotel etc. and why?

I am a sucker for a traditional church wedding.  For me, it honors the sacredness of the ceremony and the vows exchanged.  For a reception venue, I look for versatile functionality.  Having a more informal, fluid space for a cocktail hour and options for outdoor and indoor seating is ideal.  You end up having lots of settings for the different components of your reception and guests can choose among a variety of spaces while they enjoy the celebration.  A great example of this locally is the Hilary J. Boone Center with a distinguished library and bar, a beautiful outdoor courtyard, and a sophisticated dining room with reception lobby.

Hautest destination wedding venue / location 

This is a tough one!  If you are able to go all out on a destination, I’d recommend Paris, like Eva Longoria and Tony Parker.  There is nothing like getting married in the most romantic city on the planet and the sophisticated style of the location just can’t be beat.  On a bit of a more realistic note, I would suggest something like the Biltmore  in Asheville, NC.  First of all, it is a southern destination (which I am always a fan of) which offers outright gorgeous scenery.  There are numerous indoor and outdoor facilities to choose from which all have a regal air to them (like this one and this one ). There is much for guests to do and see on the estate grounds and in the area. Secondly, it is close enough that lots of family and friends can still come and join in on the festivities.  I like the idea of a small, intimate destination wedding, but having all of your favorite people around you on your wedding day means so much.

Favorite celebrity wedding

Hands down, it has got to be Princess Diana’s wedding.  I was six years old and remember waking up early in the morning to watch the coverage of the royal event.  I was in awe of all the grandeur and pomp and circumstance of the occasion.  Everything from her couture gown, the adoring public, and the ornate Buckingham Palace fascinated me.  I have always been a big Princess Diana fan and believe that her wedding sparked my early passion for weddings.

Most desirable wedding gown designer

I wish Victoria Beckham designed wedding gowns.  She is one of my style icons and I’d be curious to see what they would look like! As you might expect, I have to mention Vera Wang and Monique Lhuillier for consistently incredible and stunning designs.  A newer favorite of mine is Johanna Johnson.  Her current collection is inspired by the 1920’s and 30’s and is MAJOR eye candy! 
 
Table centerpieces you recommend most 

Centerpieces are just one of the many opportunities brides have to display the unique design elements of their wedding.  One of my favorite parts of wedding planning is helping develop the common threads of design among the attire, flowers, invitations, programs, table settings, centerpieces, favors, etc.  My main recommendations for centerpieces focus on adding color, anchoring the table, and having some variety –meaning use a few different kinds of centerpieces that still have a common thread between them.  A current trend is using vases of twig-like branches with dainty crystals handing from them.  I love this choice because it contrasts a rustic look with elegance and shimmer.  

Your recommended wedding colors – best for photos, looks best on most people etc…

The choice of a color palette is very personal.  I don’t recommend one in particular. Here’s what I do recommend.  It is best to have contrast in the choice of colors and it can be fun to choose three to four colors for maximum texture options and variety.  I like unexpected color choices.  It helps make a wedding unique and memorable. Examples are pewter gray and lemon or emerald green and aqua pink and gold. The season during which the wedding takes place can help direct the choice of colors.  Florists can also be very helpful in recommending unique color choices. 

Favorite time of year for wedding

My personal favorite is fall.  My wedding was in October and the weather could not have been more perfect.   Fall colors are so rich and earthy.  Lots of great options to choose from! 

Explain what you love most about working with weddings 

I get to help make the most important day of someone’s life go smoothly.  It is extremely rewarding.  You can’t get much happier people to be around than a bride, groom, and their family and friends on their wedding day.  It is such a joyous occasion.  Sending brides down the aisle never gets old!  I get chills and teary eyes every time!  I also love the design elements of planning.  When I was little, I cut out wallpaper samples and glued them to blueprints of houses I drew.  I’d gather all my mom’s flower arrangements and nick-knacks and make my sister come to my ‘studio’ to pick out items for her ‘house’.  I’ve always had a creative side and love working with colors and design details.   

Favorite wedding photo of all time – upload one / what did you love most about your own wedding

My favorite wedding photo has to be one of my own!  I love it because it captures a candid moment where we both are so happy.  We were in the midst of our first dance and everyone was gathered around watching us, but it looks like we are in our own world just enjoying the day. 

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HMS, Party Princess and Hopscotch
Princess On Ice Kick-Off Party and Fashion Show!

Tuesday, March 23rd!
Party Princess
258 Plaza Drive
4 – 7pm

Join us as we primp-up for the coming of Princess Classics On Ice!  Opening night is Thursday, so join us as we prepare for the arrival of this haute event!

The princesses will be singing Disney classic theme songs, yummy treats served, makeup application, and much more!

Also don’t miss a children’s spring fashion show provided by Hopscotch! See some adorable spring fashions…spring break must-haves!

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Aromaleigh offers almost 500 eyeshadow shades and not to mention the amazing amount of lipshades! All the products are microformula – including the proprietary loose mineral powder cosmetics and natural fragrances using the finest cosmetic grade pigments, natural ingredients and botanicals available. Aromaleigh has been formulating their own proprietary blends for over a decade.  The store is closed until April 5th – but browse until then! Make your shopping list!:)

Check out everything from finishing powders to nourishing color creme lipsticks and amazing mineral eye shadows!  Oh and read more about the owner Kristen – she is one super haute momma!

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March Special
25% OFF Laser Package
Buy any Laser Package and receive 25% OFF with this coupon.

Includes: Laser Hair Reduction, Spider Vein Treatments, Wrinkle Reduction Treatments, etc.
Disclaimer: Not valid with any other offer. Some restrictions may apply.

Laser Perfect Med Spa
1030 Wellington Way Lexington, KY 40513,
(859)266-0909
Expires: 03/31/2010

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Sally Foster, Central Kentucky’s Urbaniste, discusses the quandary of finding the perfect wedding shoe.  HMS thinks the shoe is like the icing on the cake! Here are Sally’s suggestions for finding the right footing for your special day!  “Putting Your Best Foot Forward” – Urbaniste

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Dreaming of a Dress Event!
The Wedding Center, Inc.
258 Plaza Drive, Lex, KY 40503
859.278.3756

This program is in its 4th year and continues to evolve and grow…what started out as simple donation to help a few girls has now turned into a wonderful enrichment and development program for inner city young ladies. 

It works like this:
A young lady must take self improvement classes like art education, self improvement, etiquette etc……after completing the required courses she is then qualified to receive a gown for her junior or senior prom. The Lexington Fayette Urban County Government partners with The Wedding Center, Inc. to make this Dreaming of a Dress Program a reality for these young ladies.   This year there were only 20 spots available for the scholarship….next year they hope to fill more.  There were over 150 girls that applied for this program [this year], so with your continued help we can assist them in the future.

The scholarship includes gowns, shoes, and even hair and cosmetics for a wonderful evening of fashion, self improvement and the feeling of satisfaction! Following selection of their gowns there is a fashion show where the girls show off their gowns for everyone.  
 
What can you do to help? 
 *Donate a gently worn gown you no longer can use
 *Ask others for donations
 *Set up a Dreaming of a Dress Donation Station in your area
 *Join up to help these girls celebrate their accomplishment and select their Dream Gown

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The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
859-226-0764

Favorite vacation spot
Beirut (Lebanon); Dana Point (CA); St. Lucia; Ft. Lauderdale and Key West

Favorite restaurant
Jean Ferris Winery; Jeff Rubys (Cincinnati); Heirloom and Mousetrap
 
Style icon
Top three classic icons: Grace Kelly, Coco Channel and Jackie O; Present day elegant icons- Kate Beckinsale, Kate Walsh and Eva Longoria.. But the one person who defines STYLE to me is Sarah Jessica Parker.. She can be edgy, professional, urban chic, elegant, trendy, classic, sporty or glamorous.. No matter what she wears, she pulls it off with complete confidence and poise… That is one haute momma!!!

Favorite gift to give
Anything monogrammed or personalized

What’s in your beauty bag
Bobbi Brown concealer, Bobbi Brown lash glamour, cheek bronzer and Neutrogena lip moisturizer

Cocktail of choice
Coppola Merlot or Pinot Grigio.. my new love- Grey Goose Gimlets…
 
Listening to…
Maxwell, Anthony Hamilton, Lady Gaga, Pink and Lady Antebellum

Never leave home without…
iPhone, protein shake, lip gloss and my two little superheros….
 
What do you love most about non-profit work and what are some of the challenges you face?
I love working for an organization and seeing the difference in the patients we treat.  The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS) has invested over $680 million in blood cancer research since 1949 (nearly 70 million last year alone). But aside from the astonishing figures, a lot of what I do goes right back to our local patients and their families. Some of the services we provide are patient education programs; family support groups; financial aid; co-pay assistance programs and my favorite service “The Trish Greene back to school program for children with cancer” (which provides resources and support to increase communication among healthcare professionals, parents, children and school personnel to smooth the transition back to school)…
 
The biggest challenge I am facing is our weakening economy.  Corporations and individuals are  donating less to charitable causes as they are encountering financial hardships of their own.  However, seeing a young child in a hospital room undergoing chemotherapy was enough for me to face that challenge head on and I just won’t accept it..
 
The survival rate for Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia/Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia has increased from 4% in 1960 to 90% in 2009… My goal is to see a cure!!

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Check out this super HAUTE Viktoria Hayman necklace and dress by Antonio D’Errico and orange ostrich Goureau handbag. 
All available at Carl Meyers

Carl Meyers
111 Clay Avenue
Lex, Kentucky 40502
859.252.2004

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