Gorgeous. There’s no other way to put it honestly. This beautiful bride contacted me originally to discuss her wedding flower options through FLEURtacious and after a lengthy telephone chat about creating something uniquely ‘Her’ – we got into talking about personalizing more details for the wedding. Miranda mentioned to me that …
When you have a bride that asks for custom piece for her wedding day, and gives you full reign on design – beautiful things happen… When the bride is one of your very good friends – the outcome is even sweeter. If you are from Vancouver Island, you may recognize this …
Well the Deighton Cup is upon us soon – July 16th, 2016 to be exact – and I for one can’t hardly contain my excitement for the day to arrive. Surrounded by fabulous attire, beautiful music, majestic horses and of course incredible hats & fascinators everywhere. Sounds like it’s going to be right …
Fantasy worlds and folklore is one of my favourite forms of escapism – I’m fascinated by it all. With a crazy pace that many of us live life in the ‘real world’ – Why NOT occasionally allow ourselves to return to the place of childhood magic!? Where worlds are topsy turvy… and creatures push …
Last night I blocked for hours – I couldn’t help it. It was the music’s fault… (at least that’s what I’m going to be blame it on). I was lost in time, creating what I love. I was listening to those good ‘ol American Songbook Classics – Frank, Ella, Ray, Louis, Billie – and yes …
I could begin with a million reasons as to why I’ve been MIA on the LMCM Blog in the past month, but no one likes to hear excuses! It does although, have much to do with my involvement with the bridal world… That said – in featuring one of my favourite bridal pieces upon my …
It’s here – It’s officially spring!! The season of rejuvenation and fresh beginnings. Time to spice up our wardrobes like the 9 masks of fire slot and introduce some sassy colour after all the darker shades we’ve been embracing over the fall and winter months. I’d like you to meet LMCM Collection ‘Sweet & Sour’ – a traditional shaped hat that is getting it’s own …
We grow up with fairy tales. As kids, they’re usually read to us right before bedtime so that we dream sweet dreams of a fantastical life. It’s no wonder where the inspiration behind this editorial bridal shoot came from – just a bunch of big kids playing and dreaming and creating something fantastic. …
How can it be true!? The end of February already!? We’ve been so lucky on the West Coast to be spoiled with an early spring – some days it almost feels like summer!! I know full well that all of our friends from the Midlands and East Coast of the continent …
Well, the week of gushing love sonnets, glistening hearts and flourishing roses is upon us. But let’s get right down to the sexy side of things… Meet ‘Allure’ from the LMCM Accessories Collection. Exquisitely handcrafted black lace mask finished with double velvet tie backs. Sound illecebrous? The word itself – Allure :: the quality of being powerfully and mysteriously …
Well wedding season 2015 has officially started at Lynda Marie. It seems as though with every new season, brides are becoming more conscious of individualism and strive for uniqueness based on their own characteristics. It thrills me to no extent! There is nothing more stunning than a bride that completely ‘owns’ her style. For designers in modern times – we have been granted indefinite access …
Well it’s the new year – and I’m already behind on writing blogs! I only wish that there was some great excuse, but it turned out that my body decided to take sick leave after the holidays… So now with my once a year sickness (knock on wood) out of the way – I’m …
New Year’s Eve holds a long history with Masquerade events… Traditionally masks are removed at the stroke of 12 o’clock revealing your ‘new’ self to the New Year, a commitment of purification and new beginnings. I love this! It sounds so passionate – an honour to our soul of putting our best persona …
Well it’s official – the holidays are here!! And what a gorgeous time of year – all the shimmering lights, sparkling sequins, luxurious fabrics, glimmering decor, warm fuzzy feelings and sensational scents. Vibrant colours, rich textures, gorgeous make-up, devine shoes and beautiful dresses… Perfect ingredients to a fashion lovers sweet dream! We …
Top Hats are one of the most commonly recognizable style of hats and only one word describes them adequately – CLASSIC! First worn in the late 18th century and widely popular until the mid 20th century. Unfortunately, the formality of everyday clothing styles and social events in today’s society has shifted dramatically into a less ‘formal’ scenario. Donning …
Chocolate Lily – The flower symbolizing the ‘Power to Please’. This piece feels a little bit nostalgic to me. It was created in honour of a period in my life and my absolute love for one of the most unusually stunning flowers ever created by Mother Nature. We are lucky on …
To choose a first piece from Lynda Marie Couture Millinery’s collection to formally introduce – feels like a bit of a daunting task… The anticipation of each creation having their turn in the spotlight fills me with excitement, but it’s also wrapped up in a sheer layer of intimidation – …
The branding for the Lynda Marie companies have really been ‘a long time coming’ – the Couture Millinery company in particular! And if you asked any one of the people in my life who have been along for the ride – they might even say that’s a bit of an understatement! I …
What a funny thing – the start of a blog column… There’s a million ways I could welcome you to my new blog, new website, new adventure – but the only way that seems appropriate is to start it off with ‘I Tip My Hat To You’. And here’s the …