The Venting Bride: Registries

It's shower time, which means all of your friends and family will come together to celebrate your upcoming nuptials.  Whether you as a couple have lived together before your marriage or not, there are some must have's when registering for your gifts. 

1. Pick a few stores to choose from.  Having a variety of stores will help you not only cover everything you need from dishes to vacuums but help your guests' with different size budgets. Here are some great places to register that offer a variety of gifts!

Crate & Barrel

Bed Bath & Beyond

Best Buy

Amazon.com

Macy's

Nordstrom
Etsy

2. Register for it anyway! If you see something you like and want to register for it, but are worried that no one would spend the money... don't fret! A lot of times, multiple people will go in together on a gift, so register for it anyway. 

3. Shipping. It is important that you put on your registry where you want the gifts to be sent. Guests from out of town will mail you a gift from the registry if they are not able to come to the shower and or wedding. If you know you are going to be out of town, it's best to put an address where you know someone will be home to get your packages. For example, when Crate & Barrel sends you a package it clearly states the name of the store on the box. This can make it tempting for any person who is untrustworthy to stop by and pick it up!

4. Remember to write your thank you notes in a timely manner. :-) 

5. Enjoy your goodies! 

xoxo, 

Lindsay

The Venting Bride: Prep your face!

Our favorite tips for a relaxing and stress-free day! Follow these tips for a flawless makeup application:

1. Drink plenty of water! It is important to be drinking as much water as you can the week of your wedding to help keep your skin looking healthy and youthful. It will also help reduce blemishes.

2. Keep the sweet and salty snacks to a minimum as this will encourage breakouts.

 3. Use an oil free makeup remover. We prefer Neutrogena or Mary Kay. Removing your makeup from the previous night is really important so it doesn't interfere with your bridal look.

 4. Wash your face with an exfoliating cleanser. I like Clean and Clear's Exfoliating daily wash. It is a gentle cleanser with round micro-scrubbers. You always want to use an exfoliating wash that has a round scrub. It is easier on your skin and won't cause any damage.

5. Make sure you moisturize your face! Cetaphil is a wonderful product. In the past it was a  prescription moisturizer and can now be found over the counter. It is non-comedogenic and fragrance free.  This is good option for clients that have very sensitive skin or skin allergies. 

xoxo,

Lindsay 

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