tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22553340225812691742024-03-27T10:58:25.677-07:00Rucheshopruche.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17513442933449068132noreply@blogger.comBlogger738125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2255334022581269174.post-90063142240403876642012-04-05T09:39:00.002-07:002012-04-05T09:39:38.230-07:00We've Moved!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://shopruche.com/blog" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjX_RpruhixlLb97NDC8xI-mTfh5eG6YvRwCHIyFL1lIB1BmZ5GOIxUbOLcXRQB00cvx7EqFr1P82Eimp0FZ_gBoPcciKl17CpCMAOV9MgIHPyreiFv1TgyDQ9pYais8jnV1j915FxUIAM/s1600/blog.jpg" /></a></div>xo,<br />
Rucheshopruche.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17513442933449068132noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2255334022581269174.post-37013401289463584272012-04-03T14:27:00.000-07:002012-04-03T14:27:37.307-07:00Colorful Spring Pants<div style="text-align: center;">In addition to <a href="http://shopruche.blogspot.com/2012/04/spring-florals.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><strong>floral prints</strong></span></a> and <a href="http://shopruche.blogspot.com/2012/03/spring-skirts.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><strong>spring skirts</strong></span></a>, we simply adore colorful pants. <br />
It's a spring trend that <a href="http://elizabethkartchner.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><strong>Dear Lizzy</strong></span></a> and <a href="http://www.kendieveryday.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><strong>Kendi Everyday</strong></span></a> wear perfectly. ♥</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="http://elizabethkartchner.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/happycollage1-620x479.jpg" width="650" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="http://elizabethkartchner.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/kids-and-color2-620x413.jpg" width="650" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7113/7000520221_88af932fd4_o.jpg" width="650" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7051/6976787431_f553330140_o.jpg" width="650" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">view image: <a href="http://elizabethkartchner.com/2012/03/28/happy-list/" target="_blank">one</a>, <a href="http://elizabethkartchner.com/2012/03/19/the-fancy-pants-party/" target="_blank">two</a>, <a href="http://www.kendieveryday.com/2012/03/hello-spring.html" target="_blank">three</a>, <a href="http://www.kendieveryday.com/2012/03/shoes-and-speeches.html" target="_blank">four</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">Do you adore this spring trend too? View our <a href="http://shopruche.com/windermere-crushed-velvet-pants-in-indigo-p-8604.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=bog&utm_content=velvet-pants&utm_campaign=blog_product" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><strong>indigo pants</strong></span></a> and <a href="http://shopruche.com/fuchsia-dreams-skinny-pants.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=bog&utm_content=fuchsia-dreams&utm_campaign=blog_product" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><strong>fuchsia pants</strong></span></a> to get the look!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;">xo,</div><div style="text-align: left;">Ruche</div>shopruche.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17513442933449068132noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2255334022581269174.post-46961189212165112232012-04-03T13:21:00.007-07:002012-04-03T13:42:33.749-07:00Spring Florals<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://shopruche.com/spring-florals.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=bog&utm_content=spring-florals&utm_campaign=blog_category" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEzkw3j3LSeU4hne75EU9tvMY2Ur-4X0S_t81vn5_BKawRe4WrknH4xmiz2aHosDbjXWZz4fVNo_tV0-Vq7WjKkvYhBoI0rrCq_4_OzXGkBDVWvIJDTHncMJ8Ng04xI4-uLlGsZl1ujeg/s1600/spring-florals.jpg" width="650" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">We're celebrating spring's arrival with a garden of <span class="yshortcuts" id="lw_1333476655_0">floral delights</span>. Among delicate daffodils and blooming roses, we're smitten with the watercolor palettes, breezy silhouettes, and elegant statement pieces. Which <a href="http://shopruche.com/spring-florals.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=bog&utm_content=spring-florals&utm_campaign=blog_category" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><strong>spring florals</strong></span></a> do you adore? </div><center> </center>xo,<div style="text-align: left;">Ruche</div>shopruche.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17513442933449068132noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2255334022581269174.post-85608850623040196552012-04-02T15:04:00.000-07:002012-04-02T15:04:57.984-07:00Picture This: How to Choose a Photographer<div style="text-align: center;">Wondering how to choose a wedding photographer? See below for tips from <a href="http://shopruche.blogspot.com/search/label/Jessica%20Claire" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><strong>Jessica Claire</strong></span></a>, a talented photographer herself! </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghahvXWDSCkvY4U7n716vdaYWpbShsUyPUAPn66R4gcKmMeRx6tWQdXBx4imkiBY6JFgnzJPmjw58do1vpj4jjPHq5wD8ITb5LIzHAui-dFry64cX-Kk4MYqYl-1zKDfLJy41krcGKeG4/s1600/4.2.12_1" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIZFcRatMP4lvkjBYoadrBVZcby0Vl-Lg3CsODeZbS_-nm2eGlO_Swpz44Uhl2Ulejf68wvJhg7B_-wqH9sJGHh8ZER17_GvK7OdtLlSt2yuzeHZpVbgofEBmK03uGb-VbxNVIsovdjoI/s1600/4.2.12_2" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhB1tFLnXG4Ye0PTgNZMXoB7ctcIdFyqEDdJK9OJzP_esUuOARvRTCJRqUkU7pjmVPzBUx7RL9Wy9COL9vXyMQQ9djaL_YmgOUh4NFTElj9nmbf5KVlhoB1YkImgmz47ZlI08YScXAslIY/s1600/4.2.12_3" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEBT14hz_jydYhvLHdVr3WiON4HY4oEIyrA95jc0QqcX5HF3PAexGhXV8TjkxB_HZ60pM9TYbDdB6A4LKW3BXBHsBcrMK01eSitGVZPuW1kCnFwJozNjIZXgoSnoRysrNAfconTYtqSWs/s1600/4.2.12_4" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
For more wedding planning tips, stop by <a href="http://shopruche.blogspot.com/2012/03/wedding-bliss-wedding-guide.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><strong>Wedding Bliss</strong></span></a>, a guide to the perfect wedding day.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">xo,</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Ruche</div>shopruche.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17513442933449068132noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2255334022581269174.post-35850827141289763072012-03-30T10:37:00.001-07:002012-03-30T14:07:57.314-07:00Love Stories: Found in NYC<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyYi8HFQ0Y0Qiiih8gxmTjsvRfquCJ69UB08x_ikrlwIT-d6fPX-52JlJctTMRsZgxviBPJyVqrcmw9vfliwmAo3UVgsOHBthcVmAC2VdwQerRp9SS83jtpdfGKqA8GRB6RBlehn0htHc/s1600/lg1.jpg" width="650" /></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: inherit;">I decided, on a whim, to move to NYC one spring. Everyone asked me if I thought I'd meet someone, fall in love, and never come back to Austin. I doubted it.</span></div><span style="color: black; font-family: inherit;"> </span><span style="color: black; font-family: inherit;">Two years later, I was sitting on a picnic blanket in Central Park with friends. I was almost done with grad school, had a job waiting for me back in Texas, and was absolutely single. It seemed my fate was sealed, as far as that falling in love in NYC scenario was concerned. And then a guy, a mutual friend of the picnic organizer, came walking towards our blankets. I think a part of me recognized him right away: this is the man I will marry. But that is crazy, right? How could that possibly work?</span><br />
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<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="color: black; font-family: inherit;">We talked all afternoon and all night. He walked me home. I might have immediately made some phone calls announcing that I'd found The One. I couldn't explain the details. Like how this would possibly work. But it just had to.</span></div><span style="color: black; font-family: inherit;"> </span><span style="color: black; font-family: inherit;">After our first date, I spent the whole night staring at the bedroom ceiling trying to imagine how this could possibly work. By that point I was certain. It absolutely had to.</span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: inherit;">When I flew back to Texas by myself at the end of the summer, I cried. But he whispered in my ear: don't worry. I'll be there soon. And he was.</span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: inherit;"> </span><span style="color: black; font-family: inherit;">A few months later he left the big city to start a new life with me in Austin. A year later we were married. Almost five years and two kids later, I'm just as certain as I was sitting in Central Park, standing in front of my Upper East Side apartment, and staring at the bedroom ceiling: he is the one.</span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: inherit;">I wasn't expecting to fall in love in NYC. I wasn't sure how on earth it would work. But I did. And it did. And I couldn't be happier.</span><br />
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-- Laura, from <a href="http://www.dirtydiaperchic.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><strong>Dirty Diaper Chic</strong></span></a><br />
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<span class="il"><span style="color: black;">See the previous <a href="http://shopruche.blogspot.com/search/label/Love%20Stories" target="_blank"><span style="color: #5588aa;"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><strong>Love Stories here</strong></span></span></a>! If you would like to submit your story, please see our <a href="http://shopruche.com/blogger_family.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #5588aa;"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><strong>Ruche Blogger Family</strong></span></span></a> page for details.</span></span>shopruche.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17513442933449068132noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2255334022581269174.post-52488478025370690252012-03-29T16:40:00.000-07:002012-03-29T16:40:01.434-07:00Project DIY: Floral Ankle Straps<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjilIj78e6P65b5v_5nHJ-MevGgawa-gb8z9iMYvoNIK8uTESQJJO215PqPu8RBp5FpGSxIQcX-c5hKDtPpJ6EX2K1KzeJQ9pgQmECLSIGstqLMAnFskHi1rbuPAKwnwFDlEh14AysCxZ4/s1600/020_Wedding_Bliss1.jpg" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRBBRK6-6zFZJLoXXlLnUhzC9ZDuVXJyoW4r4vrZLy7QXdjI1Ldbdml5FJ3XfDOEwRU2E0fuBUV2DQr0QsBJf-sxsLGKHc_L9iYA1P2QgE0m-PtZ0iEyFTziumZ8EXsan4XOgRQe5vwHI/s1600/020_Wedding_Bliss2.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
Wondering how to make a shoe clip? Put a twist on the idea and learn how to create an elegant ankle strap. It effortlessly dresses up a simple pair of heels with vintage-inspired charm and detail. ♥ Enjoy!</div><br />
xo,<br />
Ruche<br />
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P.S. If you're looking for heels, peruse our <a href="http://shopruche.com/bridal-1/bridal-shoes.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=blog&utm_content=bridalshoes&utm_campaign=blog_product" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><strong>wedding shoes</strong></span></a> and more <a href="http://shopruche.com/shoes-c-9.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=blog&utm_content=shoes&utm_campaign=blog_product" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><strong>classic heels</strong></span></a> to find the perfect pair.shopruche.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17513442933449068132noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2255334022581269174.post-53150899330300029592012-03-29T14:54:00.000-07:002012-03-29T14:54:34.781-07:00Wedding Bouquets: An Interview & DIY Project<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSaV_y8XqdpAoiMGehqAEjcjXQZUjHkoqb1fqzcv-krrYIGpJLXLBB4PFqReNEWvAGivLH86fyQ2coOloJv7X0NahteTg3vvOW2RiYxtK9TVYT-UDUnJ9ZL_xzi4pAoZXai6c7V5z2-a4/s1600/Bunch_Studio.jpg" /></div><div class="im"></div><div class="im"><br />
We recently had the pleasure of working with Mai, the creator of <a href="http://bunchstudio.com/home" target="_blank"><strong><span style="color: #ea9999;">Bunch Studio</span></strong></a>, and her team. They helped us create <a href="http://shopruche.com/lookbook_tohaveandtohold.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=blog&utm_content=tohaveandtohold&utm_campaign=blog_lookbook" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><strong>our wedding vision</strong></span></a> with their gorgeous flower arrangements and bouquets. Take a peek into Mai's creative mind below. ♥ </div><div class="im"></div><div class="im"><br />
<strong>When did your love for flowers and designing begin?</strong> <br />
I've always had a preference of creative outlets over anything else academic... it's worked out for me so far. I am also an interior designer by trade, so I have respect and appreciation for all things beautiful and well curated. A room, space or event is never complete without the presence of natural botanicals.<br />
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<strong>What does a typical day in the studio/shop look like? </strong><br />
Cold early mornings at the Los Angeles flower mart, anywhere from 4am to 10am... leaves, petals, and branches everywhere at the studio mid-day, and late nights at the computer. There really are no breaks, but the work is quite enjoyable so you don't always notice when the day has passed you by.<br />
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<strong>Do you like to garden at home?</strong></div><div class="im">I do not have a green thumb, but my goal is to master the art of gardening as we just moved into a space with a 4,500 sq ft yard!<br />
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<strong>What was the process like for creating Ruche bridal bouquets?</strong></div><div class="im">It was a fun palette to work with, and the garden theme gave us more range with the shapes of the bouquets.<br />
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</div><div class="im"><strong>Are there any behind-the-scenes moments from our bridal lookbook to share?</strong> </div><div class="im">The urns at <a href="http://www.kimberlycrest.org/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><strong>Kimberly Crest</strong></span></a> had some well rooted aloe plants that we thought were going to be easy to temporarily uproot and replace with our arrangements. While it worked out beautifully, it was quite a process we didn't anticipate. Also both my assistants grew up with horses, which was really helpful when we had to shoot with the ponies.<br />
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<strong>For a bride on a budget, what flowers would you recommend?</strong></div><div class="im">If garden roses aren't in the budget, try standard / Ecadorian roses that are fuller in bloom. Stock and lisianthus are great filler flowers and look really lush in dense quantities. Using just one flower type everywhere makes a great statement, no matter what the flower is. Always aim for seasonal or local.</div><div class="im" style="text-align: center;"></div><div class="im" style="text-align: center;">♥<br />
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Thank you so much, Mai! We truly appreciate all the beautiful work you created for us. Ruchettes, be sure to stop by our <a href="http://shopruche.com/weddingbliss.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=blog&utm_content=weddingbliss&utm_campaign=blog_feature" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><strong>Wedding Guide</strong></span></a> and learn how to create wedding bouquets. <a href="http://bunchstudio.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><strong>Bunch Studio</strong></span></a> shared their recipes from our <a href="http://shopruche.com/lookbook_tohaveandtohold.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=blog&utm_content=tohaveandtohold&utm_campaign=blog_lookbook" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><strong>bridal lookbook</strong></span></a>!<br />
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</div><div class="im"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJMMOH7St-4AssLBrCzTDpk2qtAZj4MEP2C_0nUIMXbO9E9zgrpZvVA8-2eRBbK-Yd3Ia-H9PvBUZBf7kyIDALgo4lSQ8h53RaRvdkvjDCwT0bF_OZXiU9ipVE_l_1SEetI7YgRNtVA1o/s1600/015_Wedding_Bliss1.jpg" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSbCUvlzsA8XLTYZjN7NoY8EMISBik9zfrPTGxPkCVJCRNJg8HuT940x1qSSrOCiyY6H_LtxB0AaYeY3iqFUypfSKG46I17svHGnR3KO_f0HCqF_Gcqbf6mDQiVJ4-wdchUHllJiLMvME/s1600/015_Wedding_Bliss2.jpg" /></div><div class="im">xo,</div><div class="im">Ruche</div>shopruche.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17513442933449068132noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2255334022581269174.post-36617826683496425302012-03-28T18:38:00.001-07:002012-03-28T22:52:23.097-07:00Wedding Hair & Makeup<div style="text-align: center;"><br />
We stumbled across this hair tutorial on <a href="http://abeautifulmess.typepad.com/my_weblog/2012/03/how-to-style-flat-iron-curls.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><b>A Beautiful Mess</b></span></a> today and we adore the simplicity. It would look absolutely beautiful with <a href="http://shopruche.com/bridal-1/bridal-accessories/bridal-veils.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=blog&utm_content=veil&utm_campaign=blog_product" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><b>an elegant veil</b></span></a> or <a href="http://www.shopruche.blogspot.com/2012/03/bridal-hair-accessories.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><b>a bridal hair accessory</b></span></a>, don't you think? Stop by <a href="http://abeautifulmess.typepad.com/my_weblog/2012/03/how-to-style-flat-iron-curls.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><b>A Beautiful Mess</b></span></a> for step-by-step instructions.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="http://abeautifulmess.typepad.com/.a/6a00d8358081ff69e20167645721bd970b-800wi" width="650" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="http://abeautifulmess.typepad.com/.a/6a00d8358081ff69e2016303625242970d-800wi" width="650" /></div><br />
<div style="text-align: center;">Looking for a makeup artist? We're willing to share our's with you! ♥ Featured on <a href="http://thebridesguide.marthastewartweddings.com/2012/03/beauty-notes-the-look-of-love.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><b>Martha Stewart Weddings</b></span></a>, <a href="http://www.makeupbykc.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><b>KC Witkamp's</b></span></a> talented eye will help you create your desired wedding day look.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="http://shopruche.com/media/mediashare/wallpapers/bridal/023_Ruche_Bridal_Collection.jpg" width="650" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="http://shopruche.com/media/mediashare/wallpapers/bridal/060_Ruche_Bridal_Collection.jpg" width="650" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
View our <a href="http://shopruche.com/lookbook_tohaveandtohold.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=blog&utm_content=tohaveandtohold&utm_campaign=blog_lookbook" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><b>wedding lookbook</b></span></a> for more inspiration and tell us, how did you (or will you!) wear your hair and makeup? </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;">xo,</div><div style="text-align: left;">Ruche</div>shopruche.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17513442933449068132noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2255334022581269174.post-75846636210059436182012-03-28T16:58:00.000-07:002012-03-28T16:58:11.340-07:00Wedding Wednesday: Confetti Hearts DIY<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMoTLY0cEb0P13Vq9v6UB1napLVM8F1DG30dGkEXjymxh9Mip6C7EOP8vLGiy9pEen50TgapB-HjTqIY1iXR7Sx2VzePcC_u4OMVHLghqjyTxK-1sth7nhNRXGQLd7dK-K2dyQbclfvxg/s1600/025_Wedding_Bliss.jpg" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeTPV37Sg_X6P4DiaJsJbkLv2e7YB1jbY6eagtkMIDIHfMRIAMiAk_c6608uD8Wr3_1lrCfw_aFpNsmcRjSQsPyAm51EpwKN73rOdfn9uFCw3ev-Chq5sYM13vbNEp7D16xdgK-Yp3SwY/s1600/025_Wedding_Bliss2.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Celebrate with the newlyweds and toss confetti into the air with this adorable DIY project by <a href="http://shopruche.blogspot.com/search/label/Dear%20Lizzy" target="_blank"><strong><span style="color: #ea9999;">Dear Lizzy</span></strong></a>. To see more wedding projects, view <a href="http://shopruche.com/weddingbliss.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=blog&utm_content=weddingbliss&utm_campaign=blog_feature" target="_blank"><strong><span style="color: #ea9999;">our wedding guide</span></strong></a> and plan the perfect wedding and be sure to stop by <a href="http://elizabethkartchner.com/" target="_blank"><strong><span style="color: #ea9999;">Dear Lizzy</span></strong></a> for more inspiration.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;">xo,</div><div style="text-align: left;">Ruche</div>shopruche.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17513442933449068132noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2255334022581269174.post-37370696192153213172012-03-28T15:33:00.000-07:002012-03-28T15:33:58.880-07:00Wedding Wednesday: A Beautiful Location<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJnbtl26nhXRGoB_ECW1z9mn3aic23WSskC_qzFTv5jxR4Fotv3WqSVxU_nmOm34LI7KIaNc3qeKRfHWgIuOyPuWm06Mfpqt_9CH9KCdDiw70LFPlCFdEYX-0lf2UdgUd1ZL_Q2qZml9g/s1600/rachel2.jpg" width="650" /></div><div></div><div style="text-align: center;">We're always on the lookout for wedding ideas and we fell in love with this beautiful location. Rachel, the stunning blogger from <a href="http://www.thepinkpeonies.com/" target="_blank"><strong><span style="color: #ea9999;">Pink Peonies</span></strong></a>, took her wedding photos in a horse pasture and her special day effortlessly shines through the images. </div><span style="color: #888888;"><div style="font-family: "times new roman","new york",times,serif;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifc5newPZydxNzP7LxQAH5So6mgyjxIVWL8LLudIglqUY7r2FHZ_ImVJAqnvyiC8EgXFUzqcLCpV12QZCy64DGLcf9nJKit4M9hBSpw-kuPcNgWYuChznnZO-mFaPt4EzoePO8UUpi7qo/s1600/spw21.jpg" width="650" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfFx7jTP79sL2ZHpPESYK8uaqvFKgZbljksgklUaPWmhoxxG9fVx9-wLumjwtgQ5yZNiLjFNdOlU73Yxmb69_n16PoGCcLy3rvPJnCJ3cLwguGaoKOiilR1ddnUKdHLpRoK_CS52FHXMY/s1600/spw25.jpg" width="650" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfEaZ24G68gEjS3Tmq9nuJLL4fBg2EIVWvl4HdMp-bgMKJg9UBtE9klVwrO-9mPqsF9H2DCJmBLE6pJnT-KrUTgmECivwWCvdnQIeWA0suaBH1aMjksX1OcaG3QxRW-kl0UeAOO50_AfY/s1600/rs9.jpg" width="650" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4vbNvl0kcKx9QLtmeS2WxH775_Z09-M9goCVU9k_gaTmFwFZeFZpJGZT1BQ6yqMMPSDYgSZwpfbTb1pKgJ75EzIG-wtGLENZ5V7FDGCbmay6kumz91YXdCHVUDbQUzS6r_GO29XpyZTk/s1600/RDBridals097.jpg" width="650" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: black;">What is the prettiest wedding location you have ever seen?</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: black;">xo,</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: black;">Ruche</span></div></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div>shopruche.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17513442933449068132noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2255334022581269174.post-57182398372731657492012-03-27T16:50:00.001-07:002012-03-27T16:50:36.389-07:00Style File: A Painter's Palette<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEil_aMBMDKQqEHgJuSUJuWmDjT3E6WPb_U2TZq10UJ_H7f_UG8H3W5H5SfKRRwdchZQOlZ0pPgL0LWErOUSoKNWjsKnZIrFaonlzF29ac_7AkozNlro60LwdE4zcSYvSU9nFQuq7hnUCcE/s1600/Untitled-2.jpg_1" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitwAKC0UWi-8VtvqS2S6Bg_3rppgfaLlbVOn5AnyTrsUgmo_8CNZusb6yOJicIw2W1rPGANVQiSe5XmbZFDRUW-Jq5KkZzdhYWVdzhSMYzO-VlR6KrRqMkZcOucaaAxRW36InWDR2CjsY/s1600/Untitled-2_2.jpg" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">view dresses: <a href="http://shopruche.com/freesia-dress.html" target="_blank">one</a>, <a href="http://shopruche.com/nighttime-essence-floral-dress-p-9729.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=blog&utm_content=flamenco&utm_campaign=blog_product" target="_blank">two</a>, <a href="http://shopruche.com/floral-stride-print-dress.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=blog&utm_content=floral&utm_campaign=blog_product" target="_blank">three</a>, <a href="http://shopruche.com/monique-chiffon-dress-by-bb-dakota.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=blog&utm_content=monique&utm_campaign=blog_product" target="_blank">four</a>, <a href="http://shopruche.com/flamenco-dancing-curvy-plus-dress.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=blog&utm_content=flamenco&utm_campaign=blog_product" target="_blank">five</a>, <a href="http://shopruche.com/tracy-tulip-bustier-dress-by-bb-dakota.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=blog&utm_content=tracy&utm_campaign=blog_product" target="_blank">six</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Inspired by a painter's palette, these dresses are perfected with brush strokes and watercolor prints. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Which <a href="http://shopruche.com/dresses-c-2.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=blog&utm_content=dresses&utm_campaign=blog_product" target="_blank">dresses</a> do you love most for spring?</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">xo,</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Ruche</div>shopruche.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17513442933449068132noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2255334022581269174.post-72814261182316067472012-03-26T16:31:00.002-07:002012-03-28T22:54:28.833-07:00Win Your Wedding Dress!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="http://shopruche.com/skin/frontend/shopruche/default/images/features/weddingcontest/Ruche_Bridal_Pinterest_Contest_01.jpg" width="700" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">In honor of our <a href="http://shopruche.com/bridal.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=blog&utm_content=bridal&utm_campaign=blog_giveaway" target="_blank">new bridal collection</a>, we're hosting a giveaway with a <b><span style="color: black;">GRAND PRIZE of $500</span></b> to use towards your <b>Ruche wedding dress</b> (or any other Ruche purchases). </div><br />
<div style="text-align: center;">Follow the instructions above to enter! You may pin images from our site and from our bridal page here: <a href="http://shopruche.com/bridal/mediashare.html">http://shopruche.com/bridal/mediashare.html</a>.</div><br />
<div style="text-align: center;">Good luck!</div><br />
xo,<br />
Rucheshopruche.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17513442933449068132noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2255334022581269174.post-39220866387497078632012-03-26T12:58:00.000-07:002012-03-26T12:58:14.930-07:00Wedding Bliss: A Wedding Guide<center><div><object classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000" id="fa9071a4-1d59-7bc1-70f6-17265a1f6d4e" style="height: 421px; width: 650px;"><param name="movie" value="http://static.issuu.com/webembed/viewers/style1/v2/IssuuReader.swf?mode=mini&backgroundColor=%23222222&documentId=120325092137-ff5f8fd13ef1479f8147a2b43f7b7512" /><param name="allowfullscreen" value="true"/><param name="menu" value="false"/><param name="wmode" value="transparent"/><embed src="http://static.issuu.com/webembed/viewers/style1/v2/IssuuReader.swf" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowfullscreen="true" menu="false" wmode="transparent" style="width:650px;height:421px" flashvars="mode=mini&backgroundColor=%23222222&documentId=120325092137-ff5f8fd13ef1479f8147a2b43f7b7512" /></object></div></center><br />
<div style="text-align: center;">Plan <a href="http://shopruche.com/bridal.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=blog&utm_content=weddingbliss&utm_campaign=blog_feature" target="_blank">the perfect wedding</a> with these expert tips and DIY wedding projects. ♥</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;">xo,</div><div style="text-align: left;">Ruche</div>shopruche.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17513442933449068132noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2255334022581269174.post-52029439726795227892012-03-25T05:39:00.000-07:002012-03-25T05:39:00.063-07:00Spotlight: Peggy Olson, from Mad Men<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQHgyIkRmDNQpnhMTV1vw9yhfWS0BMfHeFlyepgiO6mT9k_Ayi0gl8DRQwbyIK1yaZ3zDJe8-g0G5WjWZoHPtn2Zix08wKVpacCRNKamYlcTKhUS3rGc22EKbDqt9I27yuQJ6VY55N4fs/s1600/peggy.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">image sources: <a href="http://blogs.amctv.com/photo-galleries/mad-men-season-3-fashions/mad-men-season-3-fashions-10.php" target="_blank">1</a>, <a href="http://blogs.amctv.com/mad-men/2010/09/episode-7-fashion.php" target="_blank">2</a>, <a href="http://www.cinemablend.com/television/Mad-Men-Season-5-Photos-Show-Cast-Dressed-Impress-40417.html" target="_blank">3</a>, <a href="http://blogs.amctv.com/photo-galleries/mad-men-season-2-fashions-womenswear/season-2-fashion-peggy.php" target="_blank">4</a>, <a href="http://www.cinemablend.com/television/Mad-Men-Season-5-Photos-Show-Cast-Dressed-Impress-40417.html" target="_blank">5</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.amctv.com/shows/mad-men" target="_blank">Mad Men Season 5</a> premiers tonight and in addition to adoring the show itself, we're anxious to see more vintage fashion. We swoon over the characters' wardrobes, especially Peggy Olson's classic silhouettes and simple 60's glamour. Wondering how to dress like Mad Men women? Take a peek at our <a href="http://shopruche.com/shop-refined-retro-c-697.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=blog&utm_content=refinedretro&utm_campaign=blog_product" target="_blank">Refined Retro collection</a> and create your own Mad Men inspired outfits.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;">xo,</div><div style="text-align: left;">Ruche</div>shopruche.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17513442933449068132noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2255334022581269174.post-20439605117735099532012-03-23T10:05:00.000-07:002012-03-23T10:05:07.738-07:00Love Stories: 10th Wedding Anniversary<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgM7bPeGqzc4ig8jyIAU7bxm_JVq0PA0iYRmZRfiezSC8Qz_sJR52t3jfXopTho5s8FP5OI9e8adrozxTT2mpiAlSAho0Pf94RBvpaTccClfB-toUJ1aT7nEnNzlweltYsGx49F9lICEDA/s1600/3.23.12.JPG" width="650" /></div><br />
The day I met my husband was not love at first site, it wasn't sparks flying, or amazing chemistry. At least for me. We attended the same church, that moonlighted as a music venue and coffee shop. He was a jokester always looking for laughs, and I just didn't think we had anything in common. Little did I know, he was slowly working his way into my heart.<br />
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Our first date was a trip to Kansas City, Missouri to see Waterdeep, and after that trip I knew he was going to take care of me for the rest of my life. This year, on March 23rd, we will celebrate our 10th Wedding Anniversary. We have made it through job loss, moving hours away from friends and family, deaths, two major surgeries, working severe amounts of overtime, celebrating big occasions and big birthdays. I am proud to know my husband still is the jokester that I met 11 years ago. We make each other laugh every day.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfnq3awodxZj-XIEJZaf4u5ErtZNCJAWKQsKgfuIfAii5TibxPzSzYwMkSYJEjd6fPfFW1K5R-RBth6CDRCkAuwArT6p7nLlVL5ilZnb3c4HE1ZMQZ2Q3-mlFNmgGF-jCcMi4H2sGqcns/s1600/3.23.12_2.JPG" width="650" /></div>If I had a secret to share for how to have a successful marriage, it would be this: never let the laughter go out of your relationship. Even if I have the worst day, I know when I get home, he will make me smile somehow. Even when I don't want to. I hope he knows that I will always be willing to do the same for him.<br />
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Happy Anniversary, T. I love you.<br />
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<span class="il">-- Kem</span> <span class="il">Elliott, from <a href="http://chroniclesofasweettooth.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Chronicles of a Sweet Tooth</a></span><br />
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<span class="il">♥</span><br />
<span class="il"><span style="color: black;">See the previous <a href="http://shopruche.blogspot.com/search/label/Love%20Stories" target="_blank"><span style="color: #5588aa;"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><strong>Love Stories here</strong></span></span></a>! If you would like to submit your story, please see our <a href="http://shopruche.com/blogger_family.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #5588aa;"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><strong>Ruche Blogger Family</strong></span></span></a> page for details. </span><br />
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<span style="color: black;">P.S. Have you seen our <a href="http://shopruche.com/bridal.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=blog&utm_content=bridal&utm_campaign=blog_product" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><strong>wedding collection</strong></span></a> yet? We hope you can find something special for your special day!</span></span>shopruche.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17513442933449068132noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2255334022581269174.post-58425630605992933372012-03-22T12:59:00.001-07:002012-03-22T13:00:00.994-07:00Spring Skirts<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://shopruche.com/spring-skirts.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=blog&utm_content=springskirts&utm_campaign=blog_product" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="http://archive.shopruche.com/images/newsletters/newsletter_2012_03_22_01.jpg" width="650" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Imagine relaxing in the park while wearing a vibrant skirt, a simple white blouse, and sandals. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Envision an outdoor brunch with friends while wearing a floral skirt, a statement necklace, and heels.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Picture reading in a sunlit nook while wearing a chiffon skirt, tights, a cozy cardigan, and ankle boots.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Made for garden parties, everyday attire, and more, <a href="http://shopruche.com/spring-skirts.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=blog&utm_content=springskirts&utm_campaign=blog_product" target="_blank">these <span class="yshortcuts" id="lw_1332445299_0">spring skirts</span></a> are versatile wardrobe essentials. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Spring has arrived and we can't wait to twirl under the sun. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">♥</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">xo,</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Ruche</div>shopruche.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17513442933449068132noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2255334022581269174.post-25945231927039827202012-03-22T08:41:00.000-07:002012-03-22T08:41:58.100-07:00Bridal Behind the Scenes<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5hH3OmephkWgvCX2KcATeeacMRp0safRfYmzFPhCRPn4kNGZADTDT-YFsT-RIII1XE69tACYmsimlhbe7DitawtCexjsbaJ-x1r_Mt1bGQm8NWbiq1l9zB5h__l7GH3Md-r6x5k7la0k/s1600/Behind_The_Scenes.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
The photos above are just a glimpse of what went on <a href="http://shopruche.blogspot.com/2012/03/if-ruche-were-bride.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><strong>behind the scenes</strong></span></a>. After dozens of flowers, all-day photoshoots, and rooms full of wedding dresses and accessories, we're so excited to say that our <a href="http://shopruche.com/bridal.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=blog&utm_content=bridal&utm_campaign=blog_product" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><strong>bridal collection</strong></span></a> is finally here. ♥ We hope you adore it just as much as we do.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;">xo,</div><div style="text-align: left;">Ruche</div>shopruche.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17513442933449068132noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2255334022581269174.post-8296736141072983212012-03-21T09:04:00.000-07:002012-03-21T09:04:00.339-07:00Bridal Hair Accessories<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">The best love is the kind that awakens the soul; that makes us reach for more, that plants the fire in our hearts and brings peace to our minds. That’s what I hope to give you forever. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;">--<a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0332280/" target="_blank">The Notebook</a></div><br />
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View our <a href="http://shopruche.com/bridal-1/bridal-accessories/bridal-hat-and-hair.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=blog&utm_content=bridalhair&utm_campaign=blog_product" target="_blank">bridal hair accessories</a> and find the perfect piece for your bridal shower and wedding day. ♥ </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">xo,</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Ruche</div>shopruche.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17513442933449068132noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2255334022581269174.post-92160713024300768212012-03-21T05:24:00.002-07:002012-03-21T05:24:00.201-07:00A Shabby Chic Wedding<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFguPg3r8HaCnet0aChdZb6lr7kS71KTZgNwWm0E8ZEzTAGHci0esrjh9K233Bk5RnQNHMDKlS6FSU4964IYLeSYBiiPxDHzosuCJqfYntJSEgYFtsHMF0TdGgr18OSmhLKecj2aSq6uo/s1600/Shabby-Chic-Wedding.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">candle holders: <a href="http://shopruche.com/mystic-garden-candle-holder.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=blog&utm_content=candle&utm_campaign=blog_product" target="_blank">1</a>, <a href="http://shopruche.com/olympia-crown-candle-holder.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=blog&utm_content=candle&utm_campaign=blog_product" target="_blank">2</a>, <a href="http://shopruche.com/key-to-my-heart-candle-holder.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=blog&utm_content=candle&utm_campaign=blog_product" target="_blank">3</a>, <a href="http://shopruche.com/cozy-home-candle-holder.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=blog&utm_content=candle&utm_campaign=blog_product" target="_blank">4</a> // <a href="http://shopruche.com/hostess-with-the-mostess-glass-dome.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=blog&utm_content=dessert&utm_campaign=blog_product" target="_blank">dessert stand</a> // <a href="http://shopruche.com/french-truffles-lip-gloss-set.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=blog&utm_content=lipgloss&utm_campaign=blog_product" target="_blank">lip gloss</a> // <a href="http://shopruche.com/daily-reminder-rectangular-chalkboard.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=blog&utm_content=calendar&utm_campaign=blog_product" target="_blank">chalkboard</a> // <a href="http://shopruche.com/bella-rosa-metal-calendar.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=blog&utm_content=calendar&utm_campaign=blog_product" target="_blank">magnetic calendar</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">Browse our <a href="http://shopruche.com/home-office-c-228.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=blog&utm_content=homedecor&utm_campaign=blog_product" target="_blank">home decor</a> collection for your shabby chic wedding. ♥ </div><div style="text-align: center;">For more wedding inspiration, fall in love with our <a href="http://shopruche.com/lookbook_tohaveandtohold.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=blog&utm_content=bridal&utm_campaign=blog_lookbook" target="_blank">bridal lookbook</a>, To Have & To Hold.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;">xo,</div><div style="text-align: left;">Ruche</div>shopruche.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17513442933449068132noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2255334022581269174.post-69680461197642463232012-03-20T16:21:00.004-07:002012-03-20T16:46:36.195-07:00Art Studio: Watercolor Inspiration<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJxgw48D1U7NKvps-aubmiT85VbvuGG5jgavR91a5T_ttCDSwdvZuslPFwGxQZlSAwo-8UF_7YgFW7PsXO_TtpyIwRMp1gH-RhtxmnHPmpw6UDxLCed5RU75CGzjVJ533KBmhaCoSsS5o/s1600/Untitled-1.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">View paintings: <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/95626436/custom-wedding-dress-portraits-unframed" target="_blank">wedding dress</a>, <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/91241227/heart-pebbles-aceo-no-3-original" target="_blank">heart rock</a>, <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/85399973/tender-pink-rose-painting-flower-fine" target="_blank">rose bouquet</a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">Stop by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/NauticByNature" target="_blank">Nautic By Nature</a>, <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/VerbruggeWatercolor" target="_blank">Verbrugge Watercolor</a>, & <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/AlisonOdomDesigns" target="_blank">Alison Odom Designs</a> for more beautiful artwork. ♥</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
xo,</div><div style="text-align: left;">Ruche</div>shopruche.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17513442933449068132noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2255334022581269174.post-37069355114189792472012-03-20T13:01:00.005-07:002012-03-20T15:48:30.885-07:00Art Studio: Completely Gail<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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Attend <a href="http://shopruche.com/lookbook_tohaveandtohold.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=blog&utm_content=bridal&utm_campaign=blog_lookbook" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><strong>your next wedding</strong></span></a> or bridal shower with these adorable <a href="http://shopruche.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=Completely+Gail&utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=blog&utm_content=completelygail&utm_campaign=blog_shopruche" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><strong>wedding cards</strong></span></a> by <a href="http://shopruche.blogspot.com/2012/01/interview-with-completely-gail.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><strong>Completely Gail</strong></span></a>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">View <a href="http://shopruche.com/bridal-1/bridal-decor.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=blog&utm_content=bridaldecor&utm_campaign=blog_shopruche" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><strong>our bridal decor</strong></span></a> for more.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">xo,</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Ruche</div>shopruche.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17513442933449068132noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2255334022581269174.post-88777337009737307842012-03-19T15:54:00.002-07:002012-03-19T16:21:23.613-07:00If Ruche were a bride...<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeadnOduPOmG8Q9n96eU27GJJ5eZTS6BiPmACYdXRzeC9ysRLPVePdIC3XdPj5nPst0pgSixuy5Bwe0ha4nJm1r6UG_5MPU_4kkqet39-acBYYZApbU8pdLuGfK85911tI9BlhhseHte0/s1600/ruche_bridal_03.jpg" width="650" /></div><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">...we would look something like this. ♥ To see more, view <a href="http://shopruche.com/lookbook_tohaveandtohold.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=blog&utm_content=bridal&utm_campaign=blog_lookbook" target="_blank">To Have & To Hold</a>, our bridal lookbook.</div><br />
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<div style="text-align: left; width: 650px;"></div></div></center>A little story: It rained on the day of our bridal photoshoot. It was freezing and our models covered themselves in blankets between shots. It wasn't ideal, but somehow our talented and amazing team stayed motivated and made our <a href="http://shopruche.com/lookbook_tohaveandtohold.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=blog&utm_content=bridal&utm_campaign=blog_lookbook" target="_blank">Ruche wedding</a> come to life. They say it's good luck for it to rain on your wedding day, after all, and we could not agree more. ♥ A big thank you goes out to everyone who made this possible for us, and this includes you, Ruchettes. To all of our brides, bridesmaids, and wedding guests, thank you for allowing us to be apart of the romantic days that lie ahead. We're so excited to share our <a href="http://shopruche.com/bridal.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=blog&utm_content=bridal&utm_campaign=blog_product" target="_blank">bridal collection</a> with you and we can't wait for more to come. <br />
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Photography: <a href="http://www.stephaniewilliamsphotography.com/" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Stephanie Williams</span></a><br />
<div style="text-align: left;">Event designer and Paper Details: <a href="http://www.sugarandfluff.com/" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Sugar and Fluff</span></a></div><div style="text-align: left;">Florals: <a href="http://www.bunchstudio.com/" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Bunch Studio</span></a></div><div style="text-align: left;">Cakes: <a href="http://www.sweetandsaucyshop.com/" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Sweet and Saucy</span></a></div><div style="text-align: left;">Makeup/Hair: <a href="http://www.makeupbykc.com/" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">KC Witkamp</span></a></div><div style="text-align: left;">Vintage Rentals: <a href="http://www.ribbonsandrust.com/" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Ribbons and Rust</span></a></div><div style="text-align: left;">Location: <a href="http://www.kimberlycrest.org/" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Kimberly Crest</span></a></div><div style="text-align: left;">Horse Rentals: <a href="http://www.giddyupponies.com/" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Giddy Up Ranch</span></a></div><div style="text-align: left;">Models: Madeleine Barnes, Jessica Strother, Eric Allen, Sarah Gingrich, Margarita Kallas, <a href="http://www.facebook.com/AshlynPearceOfficial" target="_blank">Ashlyn Pearce</a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
xo,</div>Rucheshopruche.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17513442933449068132noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2255334022581269174.post-46446417932723564052012-03-17T05:18:00.000-07:002012-03-17T05:18:00.065-07:00Weekend Mood Board: Romantic Bouquets<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDdNOxjaBsd2XRfHLUAWnN0af6m6cDTU2xrn46tENjL5YpJrGAvKxi3QZNnzq9JTY8bLmgMRHsmXDJRVNyCHbFjKb6K4PQAl8naOxqNXwyU_MJrN5dXtZrVtUUwt3ScVHks7Klt1y24fU/s1600/Untitled-1.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue... ♥ </div><div style="text-align: center;">We're preparing for <a href="http://shopruche.blogspot.com/2012/03/bridal-collection-sneak-peek.html" target="_blank">the big day</a>!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;">xo,</div><div style="text-align: left;">Ruche</div>shopruche.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17513442933449068132noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2255334022581269174.post-84077653287669116732012-03-16T16:16:00.000-07:002012-03-16T16:16:10.511-07:00Spring Party Planning<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj43RhgGxVKyj7iPCJEpZARv1NHgIFTYaxyCAFaBjMtHxzVAaEZBjz5OkH6kpbwyOZY6-tOQKbQhiWsi19nUdfW7H4pz-7e4yXiDLnqqcTVYGWzqsTA49aL2kY4jT_R6AXT_M-ejCjIvuI/s1600/Spring_Host_Edit.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">view items: 1) <a href="http://shopruche.com/mockingbird-travels-dip-chiller.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=blog&utm_content=dipchiller&utm_campaign=blog_product" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><strong>dip chiller</strong></span></a>, 2) <a href="http://shopruche.com/red-robin-insulated-cup-with-straw.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=blog&utm_content=insulatedcup&utm_campaign=blog_product" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><strong>insulated cup</strong></span></a>, 3) <a href="http://shopruche.com/morning-sparrow-wooden-cutting-board.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=blog&utm_content=cuttingboard&utm_campaign=blog_product" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><strong>cutting board</strong></span></a>, 4)<span style="color: #ea9999;"><strong> </strong></span><a href="http://shopruche.com/sparrow-duet-party-platter.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=blog&utm_content=partyplatter&utm_campaign=blog_product" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><strong>party platter</strong></span></a>, 5) <a href="http://shopruche.com/birdie-adieu-serving-tray.html?utm_source=blog_shopruche&utm_medium=blog&utm_content=servingtray&utm_campaign=blog_product" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><strong>serving tray</strong></span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">Spring is just around the corner and we're anxious for outdoor brunches and fresh flower decor, aren't you? ♥ Begin your spring party planning with our hosting essentials to create the perfect sunny afternoon.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;">xo,</div><div style="text-align: left;">Ruche</div>shopruche.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17513442933449068132noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2255334022581269174.post-74724527407764308432012-03-16T14:24:00.000-07:002012-03-16T14:24:02.470-07:00Love Stories: Racing Hearts<div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoLW9TOSyxXgIfjAfieFBQ9aTn9Q-5KH1nPoFiruw7fZOAjhW1IvXrj354ImsmfG7SjlwybiNZgkj952h6l6uiYkuT4JelaZxeBZeJg1iye70XFzxr3Gm31ZsbL7SnSf3I-uC4fltWavA/s1600/3.16.12_2.jpg" width="650" /></div><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: inherit;">There we were<em>,</em> </span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black;">in the middle of a lonely camp site </span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: inherit;">in the midst of waterfalls, streams, hump-backed bridges, and vintage camper vans. </span><span style="color: black; font-family: inherit;">Everything was so beautiful. </span><span style="color: black; font-family: inherit;">There has always been something about camping that makes my heart race. </span><span style="color: black; font-family: inherit;">This particular camping trip wasn't the only thing that made my heart race.</span><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-8C5ZmlAtf3zt8NbbYFFGPmYZjaykFXcZOh13Pqprn-fB98eJzVTvwD3YWlPHBUYsFVggSBs1av3Hy9Y1nCt9xIJwBgu5iKLv24JVbz1fhW2IaeZCsiTkj8h0-q7nboVgTzZddCwvOEo/s1600/3.16.12_3.jpg" width="650" /></div><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: inherit;">My close-knit family and a handful of old timers... </span><span style="color: black; font-family: inherit;">and a few 'newbies' too. </span><span style="color: black; font-family: inherit;">Chris so happened to be one of those 'newbies.' </span><span style="color: black; font-family: inherit;">In the midst of a foresty walk I watched him. </span><span style="color: black; font-family: inherit;">I watched how he walked, </span><span style="color: black; font-family: inherit;">how he talked, </span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black;">and how he enjoyed the beauty around him. </span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: inherit;">Little did I know Chris was dong the same, he was watching me. </span><span style="color: black; font-family: inherit;">I was also oblivious to him falling just as in love with me that I was with him.</span></div><b></b><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black;">Seeing Chris became a regular thing. </span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: inherit;">Every time I saw him I couldn't help but swoon. </span><span style="color: black; font-family: inherit;">He is perfect for me! </span><span style="color: black; font-family: inherit;">A short time passed and I found myself in his arms with a ring around my finger.</span><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: black; font-family: inherit;">He had caught me by surprise. </span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black;">We were in his attic sorting things out. </span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: inherit;">He looked at me, got down on one knee, and asked the question! </span><span style="color: black; font-family: inherit;">I was filled with happiness (and still am) I laughed, smiled, and laughed. </span><span style="color: black; font-family: inherit;">I felt as though I was going to cry but no tears came, </span><span style="color: black; font-family: inherit;">I was way passed the 'tears for joy stage!'</span></div><b></b><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black;">I am going to be Chloe Jane Schofield. </span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: inherit;">Chris is going to be mine forever. </span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black;">I am going to be his forever. ♥</span></span><br />
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--Chloe<br />
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