“Radiant Orchid reaches across the color wheel to intrigue the eye and spark the imagination,” said Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute®. “An invitation to innovation, Radiant Orchid encourages expanded creativity and originality, which is increasingly valued in today’s society. “Pantone has chosen Radiant Orchid as its luscious hue. Hints of pink and fuchsia, Radiant Orchid is a romantic purple. Expect to see it everywhere, from fashion, beauty, events, weddings and interiors event food! Here are some Radiant Orchid-inspired ideas to add a hint of vibrancy to your world.     “An enchanting harmony of fuchsia, purple and pink undertones, Radiant Orchid inspires confidence and emanates great joy, love and health. It is a captivating purple, one that draws you in with its beguiling charm.” Visit: www.pantone.com...

Build Your Destination Market Fam Trip to Italy for Wedding and Event Planners You are invited to an exclusive opportunity to meet in Rome Italy, the most romantic city in the world, to meet local wedding and event planners and suppliers, and expand your destination market. Registration: $475.00 (Includes: 3 day seminars, 3 luncheons, 3 dinners, tour of Rome) Spouses: meals only and tours $250.00. Other activities are available at your own expense. Your Investment: Airfare, Accommodations and registration fees   Proposes Itinerary: April 4, 2014 Arrival of planners – transfers provided from airport 8:00 PM Welcome Reception Hotel De Russie April 5, 2014 10:00 – 6:00 PM Bridal Show & Education 9:30 Registration Lunch provided Education/Speakers: Milena Santoro JoAnn Gregoli Michelle Turner Bianca Trusiani *speakers subject to change 8PM Hosted Dinner:  location to be announced April 6, 2014 10-2PM Fashion Show and Tradeshow 12:00  Luncheon provided 2:00 PM Afternoon of Leisure 8:00 PM Hosted Dinner: Casina Valadier April 7, 2014 10-1 PM master class with Milena Santoro (additional fee $100) Luncheon 2:00 PM Tour of the city 8:00 PM Hosted dinner: Arrivederci Roma! April 8, 2014 Planners depart – transfers provided to airport *Itinerary subject to change   Canada contact: Milena Santoro milena@milenasantoro.com or call 780-999-5799 Register at: http://www.expodellasposa.it/ Accommodations: To secure your hotel room – we have listed the following hotels on- line for your convenience. Once you register and book your hotel, please be sure to forward us your flight information, so we can arrange transfers. Hotel de Russie, (luxury) www.roccofortehotels.com Hotel Beverly Hills, (deluxe)  www.beverlyhotelrome.it Hotel Panama Graden.com www.hotelpanamagarden.com Hotel Kent Roma  www.hotelkentroma.com Hotel Buenosaires...

  This Red Tip is intended to get your MOJO flow’n by helping you generate some inspired action and momentum. Every great idea started out with a concept on a napkin or a burst of inspiration in the shower.  Whatever yours is, today is the day you take action knowing that what you focus on expands.  When we ignite our passion and purpose we get our inspired juices flowing and everyone wants to get on board with your BIG IDEA. I love Mondays – its the perfect time to kick-start new ideas into gear.  Its a fresh week so clear a path this afternoon and layout 5 action steps and 5 people that you can share your ideas with. – your new MOJO...

  Come the end of your wedding day; you may feel wound up, wiped out and wonder how anyone could have the energy for any action beyond sleep. Whether it’s finding the perfect wedding night lingerie or  packing your favorite bottle of wine, preparing for your wedding night is key. Music can also play an important role in creating the mood. Here’s a guide to the sexiest music selections to get you started  in creating your perfect playlist and some of the tackiest, just-plain-awkward genres to avoid for your weddingnight. SEXY GENRE # 1: Rhythmic Synth Music Synth music is always appropriate for bedroom activities, since most synth songs offer a fun beat and a consistent rhythm. For the sexiest musical accompaniment on yourwedding night, add synth songs to your play-list that can establish a good pace for your horizontal mambo. TACKY: Comical Porn Music Anything that goes, “Bow Chica Wow-Wow” and reminds you of Ron Jeremy will probably just make you both laugh rather than entice you. SEXY GENRE #2: Bass-Heavy Soul A heavy bass and a smooth, soulful voice are sure to put you and your spouse in the mood. Try lesser known soul artists and underrated slow jams to keep your playlist from entering karaoke territory. TACKY: Obvious R&B Top 40s R&B hits like Marvin Gay’s “Let’s Get It On” or anything by Barry White are generally so over-played that they’ve lost their sexy edge, and so obvious that they’re more ironic and cheesy than appropriately sexual. SEXY GENRE #3: Instrumental Progressive Rock Much like the progression of your wedding night, progressive rock songs generally start out slow and progress to strong, heavy chords. It’s actually the perfect type of music to set the stage and heighten the mood on your wedding night, since most prog bands are instrumental, so you won’t be distracted by bizarre lyrics or shouting vocalists. Prog songs also tend to last anywhere from 5-25 minutes each, so you’ll get plenty of bang for your buck. TACKY: Yoga Music Listening to Enya’s greatest hits may be relaxing when you’re on your yoga mat, but in your bedroom, “Sail Away” might as well be titled, “Snore Away.” Day spa music will only put you both to sleep, so if you want to stay awake for your wedding night, leave the Pilates mix at the gym. SEXY GENRE #4: Indie Ballads When you think of sexy music, ballads don’t usually come to mind like they once did, but great artists are still making beautiful, sensual, and very sexy songs that fall under the category of love ballads. If you want to include good ballads in your wedding night playlist, your best bet is to go Indie. TACKY: Power Ballads of the 70s, 80s, and 90s Similar to the Top 40s R&B jams, Top 40s Power Ballads are usually...

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You don’t have to be a starlet to have an A-list wedding. Try these affordable versions of celebritywedding trends to create a top-tier event of your own.ADD A SPLASH OF COLOR Celeb style: When Gwen Stefani wed Bush frontman Gavin Rossdale, she knew she wanted something less traditional than a plain white dress. The singer/designer donned a one-of-a-kind John Galliano gown that graduated from a soft white into a hot-pink train. Do it for less: Instead of commissioning a custom Dior gown like Gwen’s, add a splash of color to your gown withwedding accessory waist bands and belts.  Bright fabrics, beads and bows can also be fashioned into a sash, wrap or waist band. Celebrities love accents of black and jewel tones right now, so try a sapphire-navy, a ruby-pink, an emerald-green or a coral-red accent. Follow Gwen’s lead and match a single flower to your fabric to place on the strap of your gown or in your hair. ADD SOME CULTURE Celeb style: When My Girl actress Anna Chlumski married her husband Shaun So, the couple implemented traditions from both of their families’ backgrounds into their Wedding Day vision. To honor her husband’s Chinese heritage, Anna wore a traditional Chinese dress to her reception after the ceremony. The couple had both sides of their family partake in a time-honored tea ceremony before the reception, and for the party favors, the couple gave out chopsticks with the Chinese character for longevity printed on the sides. Do it for less: Whether or not you and your partner have different cultural backgrounds, you can add a fun cultural theme to your wedding by incorporating a few elements into your vision. Follow in Anna and Shaun’s footsteps and offer a traditional Chinese or Japanese tea with dessert, along with fun party favors, such as silver fortune cookies with a thank-you fortune inside.   ADD FAUX-FUR PIECES Celeb Style:On June 1st, Sean Parker, billionaire Internet techy and one of the creators of Napster and Facebook, traded vows with singer and songwriter, Alexandra Lenas. The couple swooned their guests with an extravagant, ‘over-worldly’ outdoor wedding and reception surrounded by the magical woodland forests of Big Sur, California. Beautiful, eye catching, individual, faux-fur blankets were draped over the back of each guest’s chair, providing protection from the cooling temperatures as the outdoor celebration continued and daylight turned to nightfall.  Large king size beds were also covered with faux-fur coverlets for comfortable conversation areas where guests could gather and mingle and feel protected from the crisp, cool mountain air. Do it For Less: You don’t have to gift each guest with their own fur to implement this years eye catching trend. If you think your guests may get chilly, try rolling individual faux-fur blankets and placing them in baskets throughout your reception area,...