Haymarket Designs

Monday, February 11th, 2013

No clue what to get your newly engaged pals? Bridesmaids? Need an idea for the perfect wedding gift? Haymarket Designs is your answer – a one-stop shop for all of your gifting needs. I recently stumbled upon them and instantly became obsessed! The ACB team would like one of everything, please! Check them out!

A perfect way to ask your bridesmaids to be apart of your special day or simply a great bridal party gift…

Beach towels for the bachelorette weekend?

Customized coasters, cutting boards, and wine koozies for the soon to be ‘Mr. & Mrs.’or the perfect wedding gift…

Or just a little something for fun…

Images via Haymarket Designs

Bourbon + Boweties

Monday, January 28th, 2013

It was inevitable that we would fall in love with this new local favorite. Who are we crushing on lately? Bourbon and Boweties. Handcrafted bracelets made with carefully selected stones and gold plated wire. The beautiful stones come in just about any shape or color you desire! We adore the Bourbon and Boweties motto too, “Made by PROUD southern hands.” A perfect fit for the Lowcountry lifestyle. These bracelets are a great addition to your bridesmaids styles, they make wonderful gifts, and they can even be customized! We’ve got an arm party started over here at ACB, do you?

 

ACB Holiday Gift Guides

Wednesday, December 5th, 2012

We know Christmas shopping and holiday parties are at the top of your list right now, so what do you get the gal who has everything or the hostess with the mostess? What about those newly engaged friends or your beau? We have something for everyone and everything on your list!

 

ACB's Holiday Gift Guide

1. Deborah Lippmann Glitter Polish| 2. Paper Source Date Book  | 3. Anthropologie Serving Set | 4. Backup iPhone Battery | 5. Ta Da Studs | 6. Personalized Lucite Tray | 7. Alex and Ani Bangles | 8. Lacework Coasters | 9. Market Street Munchies Pralines | 10. From Santa Gift Tags |

ACB Holiday Gift Guide
xo,
ACB

The Best Way to Leave Your Mark- PSA Essentials

Tuesday, November 1st, 2011

We never knew a stamp could be so innovative until we came across PSA Essentials!

PSA Essentials lets you design your very own stamp, and use it for almost anything you can think of such as, luggage tags, stationary, calling cards, place settings, envelopes, invitations, save the dates etc.

This is how it works:

Purchase the new Peel and Stick Stamp, which lets you interchange your design without buying a new stamp body. You will be able to choose your favorite collections and switch designs on a whim.

 

Above is the stamper, and interchangeable stamps you can use

Once you have purchased the new Peel and Stick Stamp, it’s super easy to change your stamp when you get bored of it.

It may sound a tad bit confusing at first, but we promise, once you get the hang of it, you’ll go stamp crazy!
Basically:

1 Stamp body
+
60 Peel & Stick packs
=
50 billion possibilities

If you want to watch some how-to videos, click here

Look how adorable these Easter bags are that Molly (or the Easter Bunny :) )made for her kids:

PSA Essentials has been featured in numerous magazines

Click here to find a store near you that sells PSA Essentials!

 

Go Mod With Geometric Prints

Wednesday, March 30th, 2011

Our bride from last weekend gifted her bridesmaids with cute clutches from Oatmeal and Lace, an adorable online boutique that specializes in custom clutches and other handmade goods.

It just so happens that the clutch below is in the same exact pattern that one of our brides has chosen for her wedding this upcoming weekend!

This modern geometric pattern will be used as table runners, pillows etc.

She has also chosen another similar geometric pattern for her save the dates, invitations, and for the signage.


Since her fiance is a professional wake boarder, he had the great idea of using an actual wakeboard to be signed by their guests.

We even got the pattern on the wakeboard!

Talk about original!

We love their creativity – the possibilities are endless…

Black & White Weddings

Monday, March 7th, 2011

A Black & White color palette, although so simple, makes for some of the most striking weddings. The dramatic contrast makes everything pop!

Fresh, crisp and romantic

We love this cake – it’s not your typical wedding cake – who wants their wedding to be typical? Make it stand out!

Try pairing your dress or your bridesmaid’s dresses with earrings similar to these pave pear-shaped  chandelier earrings to keep with the black & white color scheme:

Black & white weddings also make the designing a bit easier because you don’t have to worry about matching the exact shade since there is only one shade of black and one shade of white.

Imagine wearing your beautiful white dress, surrounded by your bridesmaids in their black dresses. You are sure to stand out!

Perfect Bridesmaid Gifts

Wednesday, February 23rd, 2011

After bumping into some  perfect bridesmaid gift ideas, we couldn’t resist blogging about them.   

We know jewelry is typical, but let’s be honest, what girl doesn’t love jewelry?   

These jewelry companies, however, add a little touch of personalization to help show your appreciation.   

Dee Ruel Jewelry :   

Dee Ruel hand crafts one of a kind and special wedding invitations and wedding jewelry for brides and her best ladies. Everything Dee works on is budget and time oriented. She takes pride in creating works of art that will not break your wedding budget, even if your special day is weeks or days away. It is like a breath of fresh air. Feel free to stop by the studio or email her to make an appointment.   

826 coleman blvd ~ mount pleasant, SC    

deeruel@comcast.net   

These are some pictures of pre-made jewelry taken from her website to show you her style:   

   

   

   

Stella & Dot   

We love Stella & Dot not only because their jewelry is stylish, but it’s affordable. That’s probably why the media can’t get enough of them. These necklaces, bracelets, or earrings would make perfect bridesmaid gifts and the best part is, all of them will be different. By changing the base, adding a birthstone charm, or a whimsical charm, you will have created a one-of-a-kind creation to fit each of your bridesmaid’s personalities.   

The gold charms are dipped in 14kt Gold

Pick your base (chain, leather cord, bangle) and add your favorite charms to create your very own signature style.

We have just shown 2 options. Go to the Stella & Dot website to see all your choices. They even have charm earrings that you can design!   

Helen Ficalora   

Helen Ficalora has a wider variety of charms than Stella & Dot. However, it does come with a price tag. Not only does Helen offer letter charms, she offers heart charms, sea-creature charms, and yoga charms etc. Since the launch of her line, Helen Ficalora has also been gobbled up by the media.   

 

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

Hope this helps!

White Shoes Are So 2 Years Ago

Tuesday, February 22nd, 2011

Not too long ago, you were considered “different” if you wore colored wedding shoes. Now we’re seeing pops of colors peep out from under the white dresses all over the place. Some brides like to wear shoes that keep with the color palette of their wedding, while others opt for blue shoes.

Heres a pick we like from each category:

Classic White:

Stuart Weitzman Peeksling in Ivory -$345

Modern/Edgy:

Christian Louboutin in silver – $690

Something Blue:

Kate Spade Chrisette in Cobalt – $288

Vintage:

BHLDN Brocade D’orsay Heels – $350

Flats

Lily Pulitzer Set in Stone Sandal in Turquoise – $258

We think colored shoes are fun & sassy and look great in pictures! And hey, you get to wear them after your wedding as well.