Royal Weddings

With all of the talk of the imminent royal wedding going on in the media, I have become quite fascinated with them.  I love the tradition and class.  The brides always look classy, their dresses are always elegant and tasteful.  I know I will be up watching the wedding come April 29th!  I have a feeling that Kate's dress will be perfect for the occasion and will influence bridal wear for years. Weddings, especially royal weddings, are uplifting and moral-boosting.   Here are a few pictures from some of the more recent royal weddings.

                                                                Princess Diana and Prince Charles

                                                           Queen Elizabeth and Prince Phillip

                                                    Princess Margaret and Antony Armstrong-Jones

                                                     Prince Andrew and Fergie

                                                     Princess Diana entering St. Paul's Cathedral

                                       American Royalty-Jacqueline Bouvier and John F. Kennedy

                                            Monique Lhuillier's sketch for Kate Middleton's dress

Kate Middleton- Modern Day Fancy

In today's world, many people don't feel the need to be fancy, they just don't see it as a priority.  Kate Middleton is the perfect example of a modern-day woman. She is the perfect blend of fancy with the ever present touch of class.  Kate always dresses with elegance and style and presents herself with dignity.  She is the perfect blend of a modern day woman with old-fashioned values and grace.  She will make a wonderful princess! I can't wait to see the royal wedding!

Fancy on a Budget

     If you are struggling in these tight economic times like many of us, it doesn't mean you have to forgo fancy. Want to get together with a few of your friends ,but can't afford an expensive night out? Have your friends over, get some inexpensive wine,  some cheese and crackers and fruit and serve it on your nicest dishes. Ask your friends to bring the dessert, use cloth napkins if you have them, light some candles and enjoy each others company. You can take your time and not have to worry about snooty waiters wanting you out so they can seat the next group. Here is an easy to make, but still  fancy recipe, courtesy of Paula Deen!  
http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/paula-deen/brie-en-croute-recipe/index.html

Role Model for Fancy

Jackie-O was stylish, sophisticated and of course...FANCY! 

Jackie O is my role model for fanciness. 

Her style and manners will always remain timeless. Her style 
will never fade and thats probably why I love AnnTaylor. They are 
sophisticated and fancy with a modern twist. check out thier 
blog...http://blog.anntaylor.com/