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We're skipping Tuesday Tunes this week so we can take a second to honor of all those lost and struggling in Oklahoma. You can donate to the American Red Cross disaster relief fund at their website.  ♥ Mallory & Brian

Bachelorette Party

We started out the evening at York Street Cafe in Newport, Ky.  It's super yummy & very (VERY) eclectic and quirky.  After that we had my mom's Nutella cupcakes, champagne cupcakes, and some drinks at my (soon-to-be) apartment.  Then, we danced the night away at Japps in Downtown Cincinnati.  It was incredibly fun, and not too crazy.  The only way it could have been better is if we could have flown Erin in from LA early.  Love these ladies!  ♥ Mallory

Lust List - Honeymoon Packing Edition!

Honeymoon packing has finally started over here (wedding is in 10 days, we leave a day later).  I've made a few purchases, and today my mom spoiled me with a new Marc by Marc Jacobs swim suit.  These are a few things I would LOVE to put into my suitcase for our week in Michigan:

This OndadeMar bikini top & bottom are adorable.  Comfy shoes are a must for being a tourist and Me Too flats are the comfiest I've ever had!  I also love Essie Candy Mint Apple nail color, easy to wear dresses like this one from Ruche, Heart Shaped Sunglasses in white (they have purple, blue, and red too), a cute scarf like this Bow to Stern Scarf for easy hair, A Million Kisses Lip Balm from LUSH Cosmetics, Stila Beauty Balm with SPF 30 (important), and "Just Married" Knickers on Etsy.  I've also already ordered one of these  Fujifilm Waterproof 35mm Cameras for worry free snapshots.

Wait, 10 days!!!!!  I better run off to alter bridesmaid dresses, finish the seating chart, paint hall decor, etc. ♥ Mallory

Tuesday Tunes - New Releases 5-14-13

She and Him - Volume 3 Although some people may be burnt out on all the goofiness that is Zooey Deschanel, it's hard to escape her natural ability as a singer/songwriter.  Then you have M. Ward, who is a machine when it comes to songwriting.  Together, they continue to write and release great music that's not only catchy, but also stylish with this third full length (not counting the Christmas album).     Vampire Weekend - Modern Vampires of the City It seems like Vampire Weekend has continued their growth as writers.  I remember being able to tell these guys were relatively young when they wrote their first album (not a negative).  I like this album, but I'm not sure I can say I love it.  I feel like they've lost something from Contra.  I'll have to give it a few more listens before I fully judge it.  It is still definitely worth picking up no matter what I say!  -Brian

Business Plans

Lets talk about plans and goals for a second.  Maybe a few minutes.  Now that I'm a recent college grad it's time to get down to business.  Literally since I'm starting my own business.  I planned on launching my store with my handmade fashion accessories and bags last fall, but as life had other plans as usual.  I was delayed by being scheduled to work at Amazon more than I planned, waiting on tax IDs to be assigned, pre-planning my senior collection, planning my wedding, and then my last semester of school.

Running it during my senior collection/wedding planning all at the same time would have been a nightmare, so I'm thankful.  I have over half of my products made already, the legalities are handled, and my website is mostly built (a peek above).

So, now what?  After my wedding on May 26th,  I'll be moving from my huge studio at my parents' to one in Brian & I's apartment.  From there I'm going to make a few more products to fill out my offerings, then launch time.  After that I hope to keep growing this lil brand of mine until I become one like Kate Spade that offers home, paper goods, a full fashion line, and accessories.  I'd also love to design for kids.  High hopes. ♥ Mallory

Tuesday Tunes - Disney Wedding Songs

Brian is sick, so I'm taking Tunes into my own hands.  We met with our wedding pianist last week to talk over our choices.  We quickly realized that Disney songs were the only things that really appealed to us.  We already have a bit of a Wall-e theme going, so why not take it to the next level of Disney fandom?  I mean really, there are no reasons not to.

Kiss the Girl - The Little Mermaid
We're using this song for prelude music as people are coming into the church before the ceremony. Awww!

You've Got a Friend in Me - Randy Newman - Toy Story

When we couldn't think of a song for just piano that would 'start the party' when we exit the church Brian suggested this one as an alternative.  I think he half expected me to to veto, but he's got a friend in me! Plus, everyone loves Toy Story!

La Vie en Rose - Louis Armstrong - Wall-e
Since we saw Wall-e on our first date we decided a while ago to use this song for our first dance.  The song starts at the 1:37 mark.  It's the first scene in the movie you see Wall-e really falling in love.  I'm totally going to cry when we dance.  ♥ Mallory