Entry 9

From Anne of Perfect Bound: The lovely ladies at Southern Weddings held a Sex and the City Design Carrie's Wedding. The lucky winner will receive $250 good towards their very own luxury rental from {Bag Borrow or Steal}. To enter, SATC fans had to conceptualize Miss Bradshaw's big day, from the flowers, favors and tables to bridesmaid's dresses, music, food and cocktails. Here are some of my ideas for the ultimate Carrie and Big wedding. What better place than Paris, the spot where Big realized Carrie was the one? At top: Photograph of the Eiffel Tower by Elizabeth Messina Lifestyle. Carrie and Big photography by Annie Leibovitz for Vogue. Carrie wears a Nina Ricci silk-satin dress and shoes with Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquière necklace. On Mr. Big: Tom Ford vest with Valentino shirt and trouser. Manolo Blahnik shoe sketch. Photograph by Sabine Scherer Weddings. Photograph of bride with veil by Elizabeth Messina Lifestyle. Four Seasons Hotel, Paris. Above: Manolo Blahnik collection. Pearl choker with crystal brooch, $300, by Maria Elena Headpieces. Pearl necklaces, $250–$1,500 by Honora. Graham and Brown damask wallpapers via Junebug Weddings. Vera Wang gown via Brides.com,

{additional photo credits: Jeff Greenough for Elegant Bride, Rodney Smith for Modern Bride.}

Entry 8

Carrie's look for her wedding is what I am calling "Classically Carrie." Carrie will wear a gorgeous {Monique Lhuillier} gown with the most fabulous pair of {Dior} Sandals. This look is perfect for Carrie because it is fufilling her need for fashion and still allows her to stand out and be memorable. Carrie's engagement ring from Big is a classic {Tacori} piece and will be accompanied by a beautiful pave diamond {wedding band}. On her wrist she will wear a series of {diamond bangles} that perfectly accent Carrie's eccentric style. For a splash of color, Carrie will wear gemstone {earrings} with diamond accents. To tie together her entire look she will carry a {Leiber} clutch that is many colors and the definition of style.

Carrie's closest friends will each wear a black dress of their choosing with accessories of their choice.

Samantha will wear a gorgeous {Marchesa Couture} chiffon gown with a breathtaking pair of {Valentino} peep toe pumps. She will carry a {Christian Louboutin} clutch that adds the perfect amount of style and elegance to her ensemble. For her jewelry, she will wear a pair of diamond in the rough {earrings} with pave accents and a classic gold {Fendi} cuff. These choices are classic and still very trendy and edgy, much like Samantha.

Charlotte will wear a {Notte by Marchesa} dress with gold accents. She will wear a fabulous pair of {Christain Louboutin} peep toe sandals and carry a black and gold {Jimmy Choo} purse. For her jewelry she will wear a chic pair of {Fendi} earrings and a beautiful {David Yurman} diamond and gold cuff. This look is classic and conservative just like Charlotte.

Miranda will wear a dress that is made for her body. She will wear a gorgeous {Emilio Pucci} that is made for her slender body, she will also wear a pair of {Emilio Pucci} pumps with a colorful ribbon bow. She will carry a {Leiber} clutch that is subtle but still very elegant. Her jewelry will be a pale turquoise color and she will wear a gorgeous {ring} and gemstone {earrings}. This look perfectly compliments Miranda and higrhlights her gorgeous skin tone and hair color. 

The flowers and decor will be shades of salmon, coral, orange, pink and red. The color motif gives a romantic, lush and modern feel to this special event. Carrie will carry a {bouquet} of orange and fuschia plumeria flowers, while her bridesmaids would carry a simple {bouquet} of coral and orange roses. The tablescape would be done by {Preston Bailey} in the colors of the event. The table would be gorgeous and communicate the overall feel of the wedding which is lush, romantic and modern. There would be a signature orange {martini} served at the reception which continues the color scheme. The wedding would take place at the {Plaza Hotel} and Carrie and Big would exit into the New York {skyline} after their special event was over.

Entry 7

Two words to describe the Carries wedding would be simple yet elegant. Carrie would be married on a warm summer evening in New York City, possibly at Plaza Hotel. Surrounded by only her dearest friends and closest family. Carrie would want her girls to be beautiful and relaxed in their attire they would get to choose anything from Chanel. The sweet and intimate ceremony would be followed by a dinner by candlelight. The table décor would just be simple and beautiful candles. The main color of the event would have to be Royal blue to match her perfect shoes by Manolo Blahnik, but of course a girl can’t go with out pink! She would splash on the very smooth and creamy Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf. Everything she would need for the special event would fit perfectly into He Miu Miu Matelasse luxe hobo in dusty rose. The sounds that would accompany them would be Michael Buble, his romantic sound would be perfect for this chic and sophisticated night. Cosmopolitans would be complemented French cuisine and the night would finish with champagne and a delicate but tasty cupcake. To remember this forever they would give their guests a bottle of bubbly with bottle designed by them personally. That is how Carrie and Big would live happily ever after.
 

Entry 6

My Inspiration for Carrie Bradshaw's wedding came from a small gold and jewel encrusted broach, which translated into an elegant over the top yet intimate cozy wedding. The colors are creme with jewel tone pops of color.
 

The 1st board is the Venues: The ceremony would take place at New York's Central Park's Bethesda Fountain. (www.indospectrum.com)
The reception would then take place inside of the Central Park Boathouse.  (photo's by Tim Kang and Dan Heller)

The 2nd board is Carrie's Look:
Top Left: The bride's dress is a fabulous strapless mermaid gown with fused chantilly lace appliques, pleated organza fan-tiered skirt & floral waist corsage by Vera Wang (www.verawang.com)   
Top Right: Her shoes are a Swarovski-crystal embellished satin sandal with a wrap around strap and chiffon roses. (Rene Caovilla). Her purse has Zardoji flower detail by Moyna (Inside Weddings)
Bottom Left: Her veil (The Knot)
Middle Right: Her Bouquet is a beautiful mix of pink peonies, white and purple hydrangea, burgundy dahlias, white garden roses and filler

The 3rd Board is Mr. Big's Look:
Top Left: The Groom's Suite is a cream color with a tan vest and tie.
Right: The boutonnieres would be brown, gold and white

The 4th Board is Charlotte's Look:  
Top Middle: The purse is a pink Christian Louboutin clutch.  
Top Right:  The necklace is an Anna Ruth Henriques small square crystal quartz and mother-of-pearl pendant on 17" 18k yellow gold chain with diamond detail. (Barney's New York) 
The ring is a pink rose quarts cocktail ring (www.Bluefly.com)  
Bottom Left: The earrings pink teardrop style earring by H. Stern
Middle Right: The dress is a pink Lazaro floor length gown. (Inside weddings)
Bottom Right: The shoes are gorgeous pink Christian Louboutin closed toe heels.
The flowers are a gorgeous mix of blue, purple and green hydrangeas. (Brides)

The 5th Board is Samantha's Look:
Top Left: The purse is a Manolo Blahnik brown/black leopard print. Goldtone hardware. Front flap with logo plate. Made in Italy. (Neiman Marcus) 
Top Middle: The dress is a dark green floor length strapless gown by Amsale
Top Right:  The shoes are a fabulous green strappy open toe by Stuart Weitzman 
Far Left Middle: The ring is an Assael Tahitian Pearl & Diamond (Neiman Marcus)
Bottom Left: The necklace is an Anna Ruth Henriques small square crystal quartz and mother-of-pearl pendant on 17" 18k yellow gold chain with diamond detail. (Barney's New York) 
Bottom Middle: The earrings are Assael Tahitian Pearls & Diamonds (Neiman Marcus)
Bottom Right: The flowers are a gorgeous mix of blue, purple and green hydrangeas. (Brides)

The 6th Board is Miranda's Look:
Top Left: The dress is a satin halter gown with draped bra, fitted bodice, self-covered button and full skirt by Vera Wang (www.Verawang.com)
Top Right: The flowers are a gorgeous mix of blue, purple and green hydrangeas. (Brides)
Far Left Middle: The earrings are 22k yellow gold and pink amethyst earrings with gold vine overlay and diamond accents. 1/2" drop and a wire back.  By Cathy Waterman (Barney's New York)
Middle: The ring is from the Highlight Stars Collection. 18-karat polished noble gold; 21.20 total gram weight. Pavé diamond star; 0.20 total carat weight. Rectangular-cut faceted amethyst. By H. Stern (Neiman Marcus)
Bottom Right: The shoes are a purple sling back with a flower applique by Rene Caovilla (www.Bluefly.com)
Bottom Left: The necklace is an Anna Ruth Henriques small square crystal quartz and mother-of-pearl pendant on 17" 18k yellow gold chain with diamond detail. (Barney's New York)

The 7th Board is the reception:
Top Left: The tablescape would be a gold satin quilted linen with gold silverware and creme china with gold leaf design.
Top Right: The lounge area would have giant round ottomans with tall crystal drop lamps in the center.
Far Right Middle: Each table would have numbers and place cards for the guests to find their spots easily.
Middle: The chair covers are a gold shirred skirt with a broach.
Bottom Right: The center pieces will be tall clear glass flute vase with white flowers

The 8th Board is the Food:
Top Left: The main course would be a rack of New Zealand lamb served with grilled vegetables, sauteed spinach and rosemary garlic potatoes. (www.harbourislandlanding.com)
Top Middle: The Cake would be a ten layer round cake with white fondant icing. The cake topper would be a man waiting by a sign that has written on it " still shopping".
Top Right: The hors d'ouervres would be goat cheese on crackers with a garnish. There would be marshmallow kisses, angel cakes and coconut bon bon served. 
Bottom Left: The desert drink would be mini sylk liqueur shakes.
Bottom Right:  The signature drink for the night would be purple champagne with blueberries.

The 9th Board is the Rings and flower girl and Ring bearer:
Top Left: The grooms ring is from Nelson Signature Bridal.
Top Right:  The ring bearer would wear tan pants with suspenders, a tan bow tie and hat. (www.snipsnsnails.com)
Bottom Left:  The brides ring is from Nelson Signature Bridal.
Bottom Right: The flower girl would wear a cream dress. (sweetie pie collection)

Entry 5

If I were designing Carrie's wedding, the theme would be "I Love New York". Carrie is such a big fan of New York that her favorite city in the world has to be represented at the reception with beautiful black and white pics of New York framed on the walls (Time Square, Lady Liberty, and Central Park would be among the famous New York cites pictured). And Carrie would have wedding favors like little crystal empire state buildings or red apple candles. Because Carrie is such a chic city gal, I see her wedding colors being crisp, elegant black and white along with big apple red and touches of sassy sex and the city pink! Since Carrie is such a fashionista, the bridesmaids dresses have to be classic little black dresses -- a sweet, full skirted one for Charlotte, a tight, slinky one for Samantha, and a stand out black dress with roses on it for Miranda because she would be the maid of honor. All the girls would probably wear a red apple necklace (like the one Carrie wore in an episode of sex and the city) which Carrie would give to them as a thank you for being part of the wedding party. I see Carrie in a gorgeous black and white wedding dress like the gown Audrey Hepburn wore in Sabrina and of course Carrie's fave Manolo Blahniks in black to match. She should have a touch of color to her veil though by attaching it to a lovely vintage black hat with pink flowers and feathers. Since Carrie is marrying Mr. Big you know she's gonna get a huge rock from him for her engagement ring! To match the bling on her hand Carrie will probably want a gorgeous necklace, maybe like the big beautiful pearl and diamond necklace that Audrey Hepburn wore in Breakfast at Tiffanys -- A sure favorite movie of Carrie's since its set in New York and the fashion is fab! The flowers of course will be very chic red and black with some sort of bling like the centerpeices made by The Flower Girl. And Carrie's invitations would probably be something like Joceybella's elegant black and white dahlia invitations. The cake would probably be in black and a light pink with a floral sort of design on it to match the invitations. The tables would be covered in black and white fabric with beautiful black and white china and there would be red chandeliers hanging from the ceiling. The whole thing would take place somewhere ritzy and very New York like the Plaza and it would be an event to remember!

 

Entry 4

For Carrie’s evening wedding, the event would be held at 620 Loft and Garden on the top of Rockefeller Plaza. Invitations, place cards, and all paper products would be from Hello! Lucky designs. These letterpress items would feature a peacock feather motif and copperplate type. Overlooking St. Patrick’s Cathedral, the outdoor garden is well manicured and is accompanied by a lovely white interior space.

Inside the space there would be lots of golden yellow lighting. The primary colors for the décor are aubergine, teal, and peacock green. The head table would be covered in a lush purple feather cloth over a patina-green lamour from BBJ linens. Other guest tables would have Eggplant lamour cloths. Centerpieces would be antique birdcages filled with pillar candles and accented with teal and canary-hued florals. Accents of polished and patina-covered copper would appear in the china and additional candleholders around the room. Sheer copper-hued fabric would be draped around the windows and finished with jewel-toned crystal bead tie-backs. There would be large, clear glass bulbs strung across the doorway to the garden.

Outside would be copper lanterns decorated with jewel-toned crystals. There will be tented seating areas featuring the jewel colors. Seating consists of banquettes covered in pillows. These pillows will be both solid in color with copper cording and printed in a Moroccan style. The tables in these areas would be dark mahogany and mirror topped. To decorate said tables, there will be clusters of richly hued pillar candles giving off a soft glow. For entertainment there will be an orchestra playing big-band music.

Carrie will wear a platinum Jenny Lee gown and teal Manolo’s. She would not wear a necklace, but would wear diamond earrings in the shape of a flower. Her hair is up in an oversized bun accented with a gray feather. Charlotte, Miranda, and Samantha will wear a dress of their choice in a jewel tone. The flowers for the bouquet would all be in shades of deep purple and blue (hellebores, clematis, gladiolus, forget-me-nots, sweet peas, and violets). Her round bouquet would be tied with teal ribbon.

The guests will dine on French cusine (Muscles, Coq Au Vin, Steak au poivre) and drink wine. Other bar-options will include bellinis, martinis, and a signature fresh blackberry gin fizz. The Italian cream cake will be covered in ivory butter cream. The cake will be accented with copper wire curls strung with aubergine, teal, and peacock green crystals. There will be an open bar, culminating with a champagne toast in the garden at midnight. Carrie and Big will make their get-away in Big’s famous Town Car. Guests will receive books of well-known love poems as favors, stuffed with a sterling silver bookmark.

 

Entry 3

WOW!  Check out this stunning and extremely  well-thought-out entry from Stephanie:

Carrie would shine like the top of the Chrysler building!! There would be a slight chill in the air like the episode that was dedicated to the great city of NY after 9-11.

DETAILS:
BACHELORETTE PARTY--  CARRIE-"wing" dress with metallic embroidery from Alexander McQueen (NET-A-PORTER)
Ladies would paint the town and hit up  hot new places like the kitschy Rusty Knot and not forget the old by hitting up the Russian Samovar founded by Mikhail Baryshnikov.  -Aleksandr is still in Paris, right?
CEREMONY-- would say their vows on a private double decker tour bus with wedding party and Carrie's picture on the side
DRESS- J. Mendel scalloped organza dress (New York Magazine Weddings). Scallop motif would also be seen in bridesmaids accessories!
SHOES-- Prada beautiful architectural deco pumps with crystals  (Neiman Marcus)
EARRINGS-- Unique like this Renee Lewis pair (Barneys NY)
RING - Something old. Ring from estate sale--(Doyle and Doyle)
HANDBAG--"Hope is the thing with feathers. " Ostrich evening bag (Balenciaga)
HAIR-- worn down and "wild" with a bit pulled back with a  beautiful hair accessory from {Jennifer Behr}. Carrie would change into something short and sweet like this white bow waist dress from Dior. (Neiman Marcus)
GUESTBOOK-- Instead  of a guestbook guests would bring a  swatch of fabric from a favourite old frock (one that  was difficult to part with) to write a message with fabric pens. Swatches would be stitched together into a bohemian patchwork of designer labels-- the perfect blanket for a chilly fall night!
FLOWERS-- Something less traditional than calla lilies- isn't Carrie a "Katie" girl and a bit more complicated? (Katie in The Way We Were) Quirky like this bouquet with lady slipper orchids from Artfool (New York Magazine Weddings). Paper/lazer cut flowers and centerpieces would be beautiful.  Paper flower sculpture by Matthew Sporzynski of Couturier de Cardboard Inc.. seen in Real Simple Magazine! Bridesmaids  would wear monochromatic corsages  that would coordinate with their dresses. These women are arbiters of style! Bouquets are fussy and would interfere too much with their amazing handbags!
MUSIC- Full New Orleans styles Jazz band and slightly cheesy dancing at Tavern on the Green.. Jazz rendition of Mancini's Moon River! Some Sinatra as Big tends to like the older stuff.
FOOD- Manchego with marcona almonds and green olives with cocktails (Gourmet Magazine); Lobster cobb salad for brunch; Japanese Shima-aji Ceviche- hearts of Hawaiian peach palm, rhubarb, yuzu citrus, thai basil, jalapeno oil  (Gilt NYC); Crispy Black Sea Bass piperade with chorizo, red bliss potatoes, garlic aioli, saffron mussel broth (Gilt NYC); Mini tarts and  Hot Chocolate Gratin-- with caramelized bananas, coffee kahlua ice cream (Gilt NYC) AND mini Vosges chocolate bars for later--and of course stopping for  pretzels on a carriage ride through the park! It would also be interesting to offer scaled up versions of their favourite take-out Chinese food--Grand Marnier Prawns from Shun Lee Palace for late night nibbles at the Hotel on Rivington
COLOR-- Whites, neutrals with a bit of green (wouldn't interfere with guests ensembles)  and rich reds for edgy downtown party

TABLES- Dinner at the PLAZA hotel. It would be elegant and theatrical.  Wedgewood "Ethereal" china from the Conran Shop
Tables would consist of white candles, candles, candles from Bergdorf's  and seasonal fall fruit.  3-Dimensional paper sculptures and bird shaped menus by Matthew Sporzynski. Love this private event at the Harvard Club.  Candles, Tables, red flowers, photos of tree branches all from David Stark, Wedgewood "Ethereal" china from the Conran Shop. Trees would mimic the outdoor views of neighboring central park and tavern on the green. Dinner at Plaza followed by a corny but awesome carriage ride to Tavern on the Green. Then Carrie and wedding party would cab it downtown to Bijoux, the lounge below Merkato 55 that is accessed through a “private” door and a service hallway, followed by an edgier party at the Hotel on Rivington.
DRINKS--- Open bar plus signature cocktails...  VIPERA---D’Anjou-pear-and-apple-infused Herradura silver tequila, Yellow Chartreuse, Laird’s applejack (New York Magazine NY Weddings); Traveling Brit - gin/pernod/lime/fresh mint (The Smith restaurant, NY); DIRTY JANE-  vodka martini, no vermouth A splash of the pickle brine makes it ''dirty,'' pickled green tomato (NY Times); GINGER PEG- Freemans- The mix of homemade ginger ale with brandy and orange bitters makes it impossible to drink just one. (NY Mag); COMING UP ROSES for the toast! Rose Water, Rose Syrup, Rose Petals and Champagne. (NY Mag); WINE  from Big's Napa winery!
FAVORS- John Derian collectible decoupage trays and donations to breast cancer research, copies of Carrie's book (Letterpress bookmarks inside of books would state that a donation to breast cancer had been made in each guest's name), John Derian flower circular tray 

The SATC Girls:
SAMANTHA--  Full-length Cavalli gown - with diamanté embellishment and a thigh high split,  Alexis Bittar bangle, Christian Louboutin shoes and a Stella McCartney clutch. (NET-A-PORTER); Leopard print Blumarine dress to go  out  on the town (Style.com)
Gold Fendi bag (Bluefly)  and whimsical "heart" Marni bag  (NET-A-PORTER), Loewe  "Screwdriver" stilettos , Cavalli snake bangle (NET-A-PORTER) ,  Cavalli glass ring (NET-A-PORTER)

MIRANDA- Dresses from Malandrino., (Style.com) Ultra Luxe Darby Scott clutch,  Quilted purple "Mary" bag by Marc Jacobs,Valentino pumps,  Cathy Waterman citrine scalloped earrings (Barneys NY),  Erickson Beamon arcade ring. (NET-A-PORTER) Caiman wrap around "Rock Star" clutch in cobalt  (Barneys NY)  

CHARLOTTE- Gown from Oscar de la Renta. (Style.com)  Velvet evening dress from Ralph Lauren.  (Style.com) Chanel clutch, Chanel evening sandals with pearls,  Balenciaga painterly handbag; Burberry Soft Drawstring Satchel in goldstone, Vivienne Westwood Red Label Orb drop earrings (NET-A-PORTER),  Chanel feather hair comb

HONEYMOON
Maxi dress by Diane Von Furstenburg
Sandals  Giuseppe Zanotti Rock flat FTBC® exclusive sandals 
Handbag by Mulberry
Sunglasses-- Jimmy Choo Rock sunglasses via (NET-A-PORTER)
Just Maui'd-- photo from What Junebug loves
RING--- Monica Vinader Turquoise cocktail ring (NET-A-PORTER)
BEACH BAG-- Lisa Perry Tote
NAIL POLISH-Hooray for neon!-Chanel
BIKINI-Pucci Bandeau Bikini (NET-A-PORTER)

FLOWER GIRLS-- Red butterfly dress for Charlotte's daughter (Smitherman and Barnwell)
CALLIGRAPHY- Oh Joy!: Here Comes the Bride via Brooklyn Bride
RING BEARER-  Brady----Black and white photo from Brides.com
CURTAIN----until dawn curtain white by: tord boontje

Entry 2

A Wedding for the One Who was Carried Away...

The main color scheme is ruby red, lime green, and champagne gold and the mediums that would be used are velvet, speckled feathers, and crystals. The Wedding Gown {Elizabeth Fillmore}, The Shoes - gold peep toe sling backs to go with the wedding gown {Jimmy Choo}, Short Party Dress {Elizabeth Fillmore}, Red Sandals to go with the Party Dress {Christian Louboutin}, Feather Headpiece would be worn as well a pair of gorgeous {Harry Winston} Chandelier earrings. The Bride's Bouquet would be beautiful tints of red and greens with abundant speckled feathers throughout. The Invitations would be on ivory paper with beautiful calligraphy and a delicate calla lily. Charlotte's Dress {Vera Wang}, Miranda's Dress {Carolina Herrera}, Samantha's Dress {Roberto Cavalli}. The Bridesmaids Bouquet is made of ranunculus, lady’s mantles, veronicas, and buplerums with light green lilacs. The flower girl would wear angel wings made of pink roses and light pink dress. The Wedding would take place at the {Gramercy Park Hotel}. The entryway would be adorned with a red carpet featuring a lime green and champagne monogram. The Decor would be velvet red curtains and fabrics, champagne table cloths, sparkling crystals hanging from golden trees, golden candles, olive green centerpieces with abundant red calla lilies. The Lighting would be done a golden tint early in the evening, then a ruby red towards the end of the evening. The New York Skyline would be visible through the open windows. The Signing Book would have gold calligraphy pens in golden urns and cards hanging from a tree of beautiful green branches and red calla lilies, and the table cloth is brocade champagne. The Transportation would be a vintage black Rolls Royce which would give a classic feel to this event. The Waiters would be adorned in ruby red or lime green bow ties and vintage Hollywood tuxedos. The Food would be a mixture of Mediterranean and Greek hor dourves made by Chef Mario Batali, The featured dessert wold be pyramids of miniature fruit. The Tables are decorated with brocade champagne cloth with a velvet red napkin folded in a classic style. The Napkin is accessorized with a speckled feather. On the back of the gold chair is a crystal tied by a velvet green ribbon. The Cocktails would consist of The Ramble -Aviation Gin, lemon, raspberries;The Boulvevardier-Buffalo Trace Bourbon, Carpano Antica sweet vermouth, Campa; The Aku Aku Gold Cup-Appleton VX rum, Gosling’s dark rum, lemon juice, Velvet Falernum, simple syrup, and Angostura bitters. The Music would be primarily blues and jazz which is funky yet sophisticated and features up beat songs of the classic era. The Cake would be individual glamorous golden cakes with coconut and dark chocolate filling. The Favors given would be {Jo Malone} Luxury candles in Lime Basil and Mandarin for the women and Black Vetyver Café Cologne for the men. Carrie’s Bouquet: one that she can keep is one she will also be holding is her crystal bouquet -The menu will be made from edible dark chocolate written in white ink. Dessert: at the end of the night, a refreshing White-Chocolate-Dipped Tamarind Popsicles from Dovetail's Vera Ton g; More Cocktails: CRUMBLE Tailo r This butter-heavy rum concoction is the perfect antidote for a bitter January evening. CORPSE REVIVER NO. 2 PD T A New Orleans–inspired elixir containing Cointreau, Lillet, lemon juice, and absinthe. After two sips, you won’t be able to feel your feet. OAXACA OLD-FASHIONED Death & Co . Aged amber tequila, mescal, agave nectar, bitters, and a flaming orange twist— the gold standard in a golden age of tequila drinks. GINGER PEG Freeman s The mix of homemade ginger ale with brandy and orange bitters makes it impossible to drink just one. COMING UP ROSES Rayuel a ; At long last, a Champagne cocktail worthy of the name.The Rock: Big will have his ring ready for Carrie, a beautiful Lucie Campbell. Vintage cut a classic piece of work. The ring boy will carry the ring on a satin red pillow trimmed with delicate white feathers.The Music ( main ones) For the cocktail hour- I Want a Little Sugar in my Bowl ( Nikka Costa), For the dinner- Across the Universe ( Refus Wainwright), For the first dance- Sea of Love ( Cat Power), For boogie time- Heart of Glass ( Blondie); For the after party- Je T’aime Moi Non Plus( Serge Gainsbourg and Jane Birkin); Lighting Golden and amber tones allow you and your guests to look their best. Warm colors, such as gold, flatter everyone and highlight decor beautifully. For this wedding, there will also be coral pink as well.

Before Party

Location :The Oheka Castle in Huntington, N.Y .

The second largest private home in America, this 32-bedroom, French-inspired castle sits on 22.1 acres and boasts a formal garden with eight reflecting pools, three fountains, and a marble gazebo—the perfect backdrop for any ceremony. There is a noise ordinance on weekdays so couples generally choose to do their receptions in the glass-enclosed terrace but with a buyout option to takeover the entire castle, late-night racket indoors is perfectly acceptable. (Perfect for a girl like Carrie)

Guests will be treated to spas and messages, given tote bags filled with water bottles, sunscreen, towels, and other items ( Evian Water, Godiva Chocolate, Kinesese products, candles)

Golden Tents, surrounded by water fountains. The chefs prepared the food in a camp style design. Lanterns are the light source. Music will be a light classical tone.

Carrie will wear a dress that is still stylized. A Chette B gown is the perfect statement or the Zac Posen dress in Golden Yellow is beautiful. She’ll put her hair down, a honey suckle woven into her locks. She will be jeweled in an Azaara Three Stone Ring. Also shoed (if it only was a verb) in Louis Vuitton sequin peeped toed heels. ( how can one dress be enough for this diva)

The tables will be surrounded by the center fountain which will have floating red candles placed into the water. The tables will be covered by a satin velvet tablecloth and the table number is calligraphed in white on black which is held by a wine cork.

At night, they will be surrounded by lights and sparklers.

Food: desserts: French patisserie style sponge cakes with the couple’s initials; drink : champagne served with jewel like cranberry, pomegranate, and apricot infused sugar cubes; food: buffet style food by Callahan Catering with mini foods to have the guest converse before the big day. The style will be New York City cuisine

The three ladies will also be dressed for the occasion in golden dresses (they have a choose between five gorgeous gowns)

When the night ends, Carrie will give each of the ladies a Lucie Campbell bracelet in a beautiful crème box covered in satin. There initials will be written in golden thread. Each of the ladies will receive a different one that matches their personalities.

Entry 1

Here is Alissa's beautiful entry:  "I think there's a balance between an over-the-top extravagant affair and the quiet courthouse. There is a close group of friends at a gorgeous restaurant with a view of the city they love. The best food and drinks are served. Everything is warm, elegant and intimate. And of course, there is a fabulous dress."

Chandelier from flickr ( www.flickr.com /photos/mr_analog/923544862 ); Food from photographer Elizabeth Messina ( www.elizabethmessina.com ) ; Bar from www.hospitalityholdings.com ; Invitation by Smock Paper ( www.smockpaper.com ) ; Dress by Hannibal Laguna ( www.hannibal-laguna.com/ ) ; Skyline from flickr ( www.flickr.com/ photos/harold_stern/20219405 ) ; Flowers from photgrapher Denise Bonenti ( www.denisebonenti.it )