Tag Archive for: Reviews
A Wedding Bloggers Guide to the Top 15 Wedding Blogs for 2022
What are the best wedding blogs to follow this year? Do a Google search and you'll find that there are 100s 1000's of blogs providing resources to find great wedding vendors, wedding planning tips, and of course, to view all the beautiful dresses,…
Minted Wedding Website Review 2022 (with Walkthrough)
Looking for a full featured wedding website with templates and matching stationery? Check out our complete review and walkthrough of a Minted wedding website, and see if its right for you!
8 Freakishly Awesome Halloween Wedding Invitations
Halloween happens to be one of my favorite times of the year. Pumpkins, ghosts, gouls, and a high scary factor all play into making this annual Fall event a real treat for kids and grownups alike!
When done right, a Halloween wedding can…
Wedding Fashion: Faux Fur Wraps for Bridesmaids + Brides
Absent the obvious Game of Thrones reference I will say, "Winter is coming." And with this cold season comes the need to bundle up in style for your winter time wedding. That's why I thought it would be fun to take a look at some faux fur wraps…
Amazon Wedding Registry Review – Should You Signup?
In this article we take a look at one of the giants in online retail to answer the question: "Should I signup for Amazon's wedding registry?" Click to read our review and how to guide for signing up.
Tieks Review: Are These Colorful Bridal Flats (Still) Worth the Money in 2024?
On special occasions such as your wedding day, your feet deserve stylish AND comfy shoes. In this review article we take a look at one such shoe option - Tieks bridal flats!
Many brides splurge a little and choose to wear a designer bridal…
L’Albereta Relais & Chateau Review – Romantic Vineyard Resort
A romantic vineyard review of a 5 star luxury resort in northern Italy - L'Albereta Relais & Chateau should be on your list of top places to honeymoon or host a destination wedding!
Castlehotel Schönburg Review – Romantic Honeymoon on the Rhine
Dream about a romantic honeymoon on the Rhine surrounded by wineries, vineyard hillsides, and cute German towns? Check out our Castlehotel Schönburg review and see why its one of the best places to stay in the Rhine Valley area.
Villa Michaela Review – Traditional Tuscan Villa with Rustic Charm
Villa Michaela stands proudly as a traditional Tuscan villa with rustic charm. Visit for your destination wedding, honeymoon, or vacation in Italy.
Hotel de la Ville Review – Magnificent Monza Wedding Venue
Read our Hotel de la Ville review to see why this magnificent Monza property is a great wedding venue or honeymoon spot. Great Italian hospitality and charm
Unique Destination Wedding Invite Ideas You’ll Flip Over!
In today's article I share my favorite destination wedding invite idea - a minibook, or flipbook as it is also called!
An Intro to the World of Minibook Invites
Back in 2011, one of my co-workers got engaged. I was thrilled for…
Villa Le Maschere Review: Modern Luxury in Tuscany
Love & Lavender stayed at Villa le Maschere for one night in order to experience and review the fabulous villa for ourselves. Modern luxury in Tuscany!
Vale d’Oliveiras Quinta Resort & Spa Review
After spending a few weeks traveling throughout the Algarve region in south Portugal, Love & Lavender has come to the conclusion that a combination destination wedding/honeymoon is a wonderful proposition.
Love & Lavender was fortunate…
VILA VITA Parc Review: Luxury Algarve Resort Wedding
The Algarve region of Portugal is home to some of the most stunning coastline in the world. Love & Lavender had a chance to stay at VILA VITA Parc for one night in order to experience and review the magnificent resort ourselves. And, while…
Lapa Palace Hotel Review: Refined Luxury in Lisbon, Portugal
Christmas Time at A Palace
"That's what friends are for" echoes throughout the 5-star Olissippo Lapa Palace bar and hotel foyer, as an accomplished pianist dressed in a black tuxedo and bow tie tickles the ivory keys. Accompanied by…
Chafariz D’el Rei Review: Comfortable Luxury in Lisbon
'Push', says the buzzer on the brick wall adjacent to the dark wood front door.
A few moments later the heavy door swings open, revealing a young Portuguese man with a brawny physique, who ushers us inside with a smile. Unsure of his ability…
Memmo Alfama Hotel Review: Lisbon Room with a View
Sleek design, modern ambiance, and terraced views extending towards burgundy colored rooftops against a backdrop of the Tagus River: Memmo Alfama Hotel in a nutshell. The moment you step off the cobblestone path leading to the hotel's entrance…
Wedding Paper Divas Stationery Review
In this article I will review Wedding Paper Divas wedding invitations along with the pros/cons of how to buy stationery from them.
Overview
WedingPaperDivas.com has grown founded in 2006 by three friends who were all in the technology…
PaperStyle.com Wedding Stationery Review: Luxury Designs
In this article I will review PaperStyle wedding invitations along with the pros & cons of how to buy stationery or other personalized wedding products from them.
Overview
PaperStyle.com was founded by three siblings during the height…
Basic Invite Wedding Stationery Review
In this article I will review how to order Basic Invite wedding invitations along with the pros and cons of buying stationery and other personalized wedding products from them.
Overview
BasicInvite.com was founded in 2006 by an ambitious…
11 Stylish Wedding Table Runners to Buy for your Big Day!
I abhor unoriginal, drab white banquet hall table cloths -- especially when there are so many wonderful options to spruce up your wedding reception tables.
Your wedding venue may only have one type of table available for your big day: the…
11 Custom Wedding Photo Booth Backdrop Ideas
Let me tell you from personal experience: some of the funniest, sincere, and in the moment photos captured at my wedding were not actually taken by the photographer, but by the wedding guests themselves!
Do You Need…
Blue Nile Bracelets Buying Guide
As the leading online purveyor of fine jewelry, Blue Nile offers meticulously crafted pieces that are designed to become heirlooms. Among their stunning collections are diamond, gold, silver, and pearl bracelets practically dripping with elegance…
Blue Nile Pearl Earring Review
I started writing a review post, and realize I am far from a professional photographer! I will leave that to the wonderful photographers that submit their work to Love & Lavender everyday.
"Pearls are always appropriate"
-Jackie Kennedy
I…
Minted Wedding Stationery Review: Easier To Buy Than DIY?
When it comes to wedding stationery, sometimes it is easier to buy than DIY. If you have been to the printables section of Love and Lavender, you may have noticed that slogan below a custom display from Minted.com. First, I want to explain…
