Shoes...again

On Saturday, Mr. GrapeJuice and I took a little day tip to Chattanooga.

We went to the aquarium. :)

The penguins are super cool!

Anyway, on our back from Chattanooga, we stopped at the shopping center in Murfreesboro that's right of off I-24. I'd never been there before, but they had an Off  Broadway Shoes.

And, as you all know, I'm in some serious need of some wedding day shoes!

So, Mr. GrapeJuice and I popped in there.

I almost found what I was looking for.

I tried on these pretty Luichinies.

source :: shoes.com

They're just not exactly what I'm looking for.

The color's a little too dark, and I'm not completely crazy about the strap.

But, I discovered something interesting when trying them on.

I was still a teeny bit shorter than Mr. GrapeJuice...and they boast that the shoe has a 4.5 inch heel.!!

So,

you best believe that I'm pouncing on these li'l mamas by rsvp!!!!!!!

source :: zappos.com

Hopefully they look good with my dress too!

p.s. Look for a sweet surprise tomorrow!

Shoe Heartbreak

I cannot begin to tell you how many pairs of shoes I have fallen in love with since I began to look for them back in February. They always seem to be just a little bit out of my reach though.

For example, I found these!

Perfect in almost every single way...except that the heel is 4 inches tall!

Could I walk in them?

You bet your cute butt I could!

Is that the problem?

no.

The problem is that I'm 5'6" - which is average.

Mr. GrapeJuice, however, is 5'11".

The shoes would make me just as tall as him...which he does not like.

Bye Bye, Nearly Perfect Shoes. :(

Then, I met this pair...

It would have been such a great shoe for New Years Eve.

It is supposed to be available through DSW.

Yeeeaaaahhhh. Not so much.

I went to the store in Hendersonville, and they didn't have it.

So, I decided that I would just order them.

Nope. Can't do that either. They're out of my size!

grr.

Now what am I supposed to do?!

Two perfect shoes...gone!

Let me tell you - it's getting a little frustrating.

Not only are there very few shoes that are the color I want them, but most of the ones that are the right are - conveniently - 4 inches or higher!

WHY? WHY? WHY?

Now, I've become consumed with finding the perfect shoes for my wedding day.

Currently, I've got these two pairs of shows on my brain...

This pair, which isn't exactly the right color,

and, this pair, which I would have dyed to be blue.

Who knew the shoe search could be soooooooooooooo exhausting?!

photos : zappos (Nina, rsvp, Coloriffics) and dsw (Paris Hilton)

Wishful Wednesday

Photo : Bryant McGill

So...

I totally didn't want to get sucked into this because I see so many wedding blogs do it,

but I just can't help it anymore!!!

There are so many things that I'm wishing for wedding-wise.

I beg you.

Please forgive my copy-cat-ness.

{yes, indeed, I did just make up that word.}

Here is what I'm currently wishing for:

My Dream Day Attire

1. This Sophia Tolli Gown {Y1919 Georgette}

2. This Lulu Splendor Necklace {Sabine Luxe Garden Party}

3. This Pair of Butter City Pumps (Turquoise with Black Bow)

4. This Lori London Waterfall Veil {Ribbon Edge}

5. This David's Bridal Gown [for the reception] {Galina #VC9832}

6. This Powder Blue Bijoux Fascinator

7. These Absolutely Audrey Shoe Clips {Maxine}

p.s. Please don't forget to vote in my little poll in regards to yesterdays post! thanks.

Silvery Wonders

I went to Belk's tonight with my family and found shoes!!!
I love shoes, as all girls do. :)
I slipped on a pair of shoes and immediately felt comfortable.
Like, my feet and these shoes were destined to meet somewhere along my life journey!
I told Mr. GrapeJuice they would make great wedding shoes.
{{anything to justify a purchase!}}

And...
if I happen to wear them before that...
on...
oh...
say...
the cruise in February...
then so be it!!
:)

Kenneth Cole Shoes
sale: $45.86//original: $79.00

Suzie Homemaker Yumminess

So, I just got back from spending some quality time with my best friend and maid of honor, MC, at the GH Mall. She was looking for shoes (boots, actually, if we're being honest) for a birthday gift to herself. I was on a mission to find a new purse. She got lucky and found EXACTLY what she was looking for on the first try. I, on the other hand, had absolutely no luck.

These are the boots that she found and that we both loved. They are brand new and she was the first to buy a pair!! What an awesome birthday present. She got them in Storm Grey (as pictured). When they go on sale in a couple of months, I totally plan on getting them in black.

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Also, while MC was waiting for the sales lady to bring her the boots to try on, she and I found some lovely shoes for me. I would love to own these and will probably also purchase them when they go on sale in a couple of months. I'm so excited. The shoes are navy but don't appear to be in the picture...just so you know! :)

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After purchasing the beautiful boots, MC and I went on a hunt for the perfect purse. About a month ago, I was in PA visiting family for a reunion. We were killing time in a mall and I found the perfect bag. However, it was $99...which happens to be a little out of my budget. Naturally, I thought it'd go on sale and I'd just get it later at another store. Wrong. I have not been able to find it anywhere. Apparently, it's an older style and the only place I can find it for a decent price is ebags.com. (Has anyone bought something from there before?) They have sales on Wednesdays and Sundays that make the price about $80 - including sales tax. Below is a picture of it and I have not been able to find anything remotely similar to it that I love as much as I do this bag. Your thoughts?

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And, now, to tie in my blog title. I bet you were wondering when I was going to do that. Now I am! :D While with MC today, she handed me a recipe I has asked for earlier. It is for Peach Cobbler with Blueberry Muffin Crust. How yummy does that sound? I can't wait to make it. I've just got to do it soon before peaches are out of season. And, for your enjoyment, I am going to give you the recipe in this post. Lucky you! (Plus, this is for my benefit in case I lose the paper the recipe is written on. I'm forgetful like that.)

Peach Cobbler with Blueberry Muffin Crust
by MC the Maid of Honor

4 lbs peaches, peeled and sliced
3/4 c. sugar
2 Tbsp all-purpose flour
1/4 c. butter

1. Toss together first 3 ingredients in a large bowl
2. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat
3. Add peach mixture to skillet; bring to a boil and cook, stirring often, for 5 minutes
4. Spoon hot peach mixture into a lightly greased 13x9" baking dish
5. Spread Blueberry Muffin Batter (recipe below) over hot peach mixture evenly
6. Bake at 400 degrees for 25 minutes or until crust is golden

Blueberry Muffin Batter
by: MC the Maid of Honor

2 c. all-purpose flour
1/4 c. sugar
1 Tbsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 c. milk
1/4 c. vegetable oil
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 c. fresh blueberries

1. Combine first four ingredients (flour, sugar, baking powder, salt) in a large bowl; make a well in center
2. Stir together milk, vegetable oil, and egg; add to dry ingredients and stir until just moistened. DO NOT OVERMIX - some clumps are okay!
3. Gently fold in blueberries

Notes
- Use a wooden spoon - not an electric mixer - to prepare muffin batter
- A smaller baking dish works too; MC used an 8x8" and the juices spilled out the sides but it's fine if you put a baking sheet on the rack below the dish

My mouth is watering now after just typing the recipe up. I'm so going to store soon to get the ingredients that we don't all ready have in the house! Yum yum yum. :)

*~Sassy Bride~*

Perfection

I love this shoe!! I think it would be perfect for a wedding shoe. I really despise wedding shoes. They are so plain and boring and offer no excitement to a wedding day. My sister wore beautiful dark red shoes at her wedding this year which made everything pop - her dress, the flowers, the reception decor, etc. Plus, I think it'd be pretty sexy for the wedding night. {{Oo-la-la!}}

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*~Sassy Bride~*