I have been lucky to taste Joanie and Leigh's Cakes a few times in my life and every time is a treat.  From a wedding cake to a gender reveal, to the sweetest "Oh the Places You'll Go" creation designed for a best friend's baby...

Every bride gets to the point in the wedding planning process where it's time to say "Enough"! When feeling as if you can't take one more planning session, budget meeting or mother-in-law question, sneak away and take some time for self care with this soothing...

[caption id="attachment_3894" align="alignright" width="225"] Sunrise view from our private deck and swing at the Float House[/caption] After an enchanting two weeks exploring the south of Thailand, we found ourselves traveling north for the last leg of our honeymoon to the River Kwai in Kanchanaburi, Thailand.  We...

[caption id="attachment_3658" align="alignright" width="300"] Yoga Sala at Vikasa Yoga, Koh Samui[/caption] I have practiced yoga in some pretty amazing places, but there is something about Vikasa Yoga in Koh Samui Thailand that has captured my heart entirely.  From the Yoga Sala, to the Life Cafe to...

My Wine Spill Secret Weapon. Here we go, this is the moment where I admit that I am a total klutz. If we are at a party, I am absolutely going to be the person to knock someones glass out of their hands when I am...

From walking down the aisle, to getting busy on the dance floor, your shoes are a huge part of your wedding day look!  Make your style shine by taking a look at these eco-conscious, sustainable brands that look as good as they'll feel.      ...

INTERVIEW WITH ECO-COUTURE DESIGNER, DEBORAH LINDQUIST [caption id="" align="alignleft" width="314"] Deborah Lindquist Eco-Couture Beaded Wedding Gown[/caption] Hi Deborah!  Welcome to Verte Luxe.  Please tell us a little bit about yourself and the story behind your company, Deborah Lindquist Eco Couture. Hi!  I started in fashion in New...

Hi Wendy, Welcome to Verte Luxe! You have such an original, unique style. What was the motivation for creating your bags out of stainless steel and the etching technique of your bags? Throughout two decades of creating and making my handbags, the commitment and passion for my...