Priscilla of Boston
Nationwide Bridal Gown Sample Sale
March 17 – 19, 2010

I was looking for a carafe that I can use everyday.  I am very clumsy so I prefer non-glass ones.  Then I found the Prodyne Acrylic juice jar.  It’s a clear carafe made of acrylic so it was perfect.  It comes with a screw-in lid either in white or black.  It also comes in two sizes: 56oz and 36oz.

When I got it, I was pleasantly surprised.  It looked like glass!  The lid is a screw-in so there are screw threads on the mouth of the carafe, but it still looks fine with or without the lid.  The lid has a little opening and a cover with a rubber stopper to seal it.  The cover does not open easily.  I guess it’s better tight that way so it won’t loosen so easily.  I flipped that carafe 360° several times (not slowly) to see how tight that seal was, and so far no spills.  The acrylic wasn’t very thick, but hopefully it lasts.  Unfortunately I can’t try to drop it to see how sturdy it is, sorry!  But I still highly recommend it if you’re looking for a non-glass carafe.

I’ve been looking far and wide for a great guest welcome bag.  I found a few and posted a poll to help me decide.  Reader Lisa also suggested a great boat tote that is very affordable.  In the end, I went with a bag that is not even in my previous list.  And it’s cheaper than all of the bags in my list except one.  And here it is…

It’s the Striped Canvas Bag from Paper Mart.  I ordered 25 of the blue ones (received in only 5 days) and I love them!

The stripes, the color, the rope closure are perfect for my nautical-themed wedding.  They’re a little big for a guest welcome bag, but the guests would be able to use them for a lot of things (e.g. beach bag, overnight bag, everday bag, etc).  They’re fully lined and has a zipper pocket inside.  The material is not the thickest, but it looks sturdy enough.

They cost more at $4.75 each than the boat tote, but I think they’re worth it.  I highly recommend them.

J.Crew Weddings and Parties Sample Sale
February 18 – 21, 2010

*RSVP at Skylarelliott.com for a special sale preview Thursday night, 250 limit*
Some merchandise may have damages or irregularities.

Angel Sanchez Evening Collection Sample Sale
January 17 – 19, 2010

Vera Wang Sale
December 13-14, 2009

Gowns, bridal, ready-to-wear, couture, dresses, coats and accessories
at prices up to 75 percent off

I was just ogling some Kate Spade shoes a couple of hours ago, trying to find shoes to wear at my wedding.  Then I received info about a Kate Spade sample sale in my inbox.  I am so there!

Kate Spade and Jack Spade Sample Sale
June 15 – 18, 2009
11am – 7pm
261 West 36th St, 2nd floor
New York, NY

Carolina Herrera and Rena Lange Sample Sale
June 14 – 18, 2009

Women’s clothing and bridal from Carolina Herrera and Rena Lange up to 85% off retail.

June 14-17, 9am – 6:30pm
June 18, 9am – 5pm

Soiffer Haskin
317 W 33rd St
New York NY
(718) 747-1656