TAB Beauty: Using Foundation & Bronzer Properly

Ladies, it’s time for a talk. Not “THE” talk…your parents should have done that years ago. This is the makeup talk…the conversation all women should have with each other when they see their friends or comrades in gender committing crimes against foundation and bronzer. Now, this article was inspired by my Instagram feed. I follow … Continue reading TAB Beauty: Using Foundation & Bronzer Properly

In The News: The Anti Bridezilla Offers Expert Advice on WorldLifestyle

Popular lifestyle site WorldLifestyle chatted with The Anti Bridezilla editor in chief, Dorian Smith-Garcia, to get her expert opinion on the appropriate wedding gift budget for bridal guests! Check out Dorian’s excerpt: “When it comes to wedding gifts, the price range for the buyer should be dictated by two things: their relationship to the wedding … Continue reading In The News: The Anti Bridezilla Offers Expert Advice on WorldLifestyle

Destination Weddings: Child Free or No?

When you choose to have a destination wedding it is, by default, a test of logistics. Between planning an event from a distance and making sure that the people you want to be in your bridal party can actually afford the extra travel costs, it’s a test of patience. But much like in-town weddings, there … Continue reading Destination Weddings: Child Free or No?

TAB Beauty: Rethink Your Foundation with Bare Minerals’ Pure Brightening Serum Foundation

Picking the perfect foundation can be such a trial and error process. And if you aren’t a regular makeup user, the whole experience can be extremely intimidating. Thankfully for you, I’m a makeup product junkie and have no problem trying numerous products in the name of research. It’s a tough job but somebody’s gotta do … Continue reading TAB Beauty: Rethink Your Foundation with Bare Minerals’ Pure Brightening Serum Foundation

Destination Weddings: The Truth Behind the Fanfare

Weddings are amazing! Whether you’re part of the bridal party or just an attendee, weddings are fantastic. There’s something wonderful about the celebration surrounding two people who are making a commitment to each other! And if you’re actually the bride or groom, the wedding is an even bigger deal. Besides just being the center of … Continue reading Destination Weddings: The Truth Behind the Fanfare

TAB Groom: Upgrade Your Shave with DoveMen + Care Expert Shave

When it comes to skincare, it’s easy to spend all of our time focusing on skincare for women. But, big surprise, men have skin too! ~_^ And if you haven’t noticed, in the realm of men’s skincare the shaving routine has gone through a bit of a renaissance. The days of just lathering on any … Continue reading TAB Groom: Upgrade Your Shave with DoveMen + Care Expert Shave

TAB Beauty: Senstive Skin Rejoices with Cetaphil!

If you’re a sensitive skinned bride like I am, then you know how essential good skin care can be. Just say the word irritation and I feel like a break out magically appears…so not hot. But with all the added stress and irritation that comes with planning a wedding, the last thing you want occupying … Continue reading TAB Beauty: Senstive Skin Rejoices with Cetaphil!

Destination Style - Claire Pettibone Fashion Show! Last month Claire Pettibone unveiled a new collection of boho bridal designs for the free spirited bride that wants a light body hugging gown that still incorporates some of the top trends in bridal fashion. Above are some of my favorite looks. For more details on Claire Pettibone, … Continue reading

The Anti Bridezilla Ties the Knot in Tokyo!

Just after a month since I tied the knot at the gorgeous Hotel Nikko Tokyo, I finally have my professional wedding pics (courtesy of Manuel Tejeda Photography!!) and can share great snaps with everyone! This is just a teaser as I still have to do a full recap specifically for my Nina Bridal accessories (and … Continue reading The Anti Bridezilla Ties the Knot in Tokyo!

TAB Style: Trending Now…Illusion Lace

Now that I’m a few weeks out from the New York Bridal Market (not to mention my own wedding!), I can reflect on what future brides can expect to see trending when they visit their favorite bridal salon. There were tons of aesthetic designs that were very prominent on not only runways but in the … Continue reading TAB Style: Trending Now…Illusion Lace