Nina Shoes - 17th and Park

Lucky Magazine Features Nina Ulina

 

Lucky Magazine editors love the Nina Ulina bootie. Lace is a hot trend for fall, and Ulina is their pick of a lace bootie in the October issue. Use the code 'lucky1' at checkout to save 35% sitewide!

Congratulations, You're Engaged! Now What?

With so many people getting engaged around me lately (you can read about some here and here), my inbox has recently received more wedding questions than usual. It got me thinking of how I felt when I first got engaged: excited, happy and a bit overwhelmed because I wasn't sure what to do first. I decided to make a list of what you really should do first!

1. Enjoy being ENGAGED! - That's right. For the first few days or even weeks, do absolutely nothing but stare at the new bling on your finger! Stare into your fiance's eyes and tell him how much you love him. Share the news with your family and friends by telling the proposal story over and over again. It's fun!
2. Register - This is the fun stuff! It's like shopping without having to pay for it. What could be better? It can be a little overwhelming, so make sure you have a store associate guide you if you need help. Also, read my guide to registering here and check out my checklists here and here.
   
3. Buy Stationery - You will need to send thank-you notes out to all the lovely people that send you gifts for your engagement or attend the engagement party. Purchase simple stationery that includes you and your fiances' first names. (See my post on tips for stationery here and here.)

If you have any advice for the newly engaged, tell 'em! Post on our Facebook wall, Tweet us or comment below.

Wishing you all glamorous planning,

xoxo

-Lindsey (Nina's Newlywed)

Brides Magazine Features Nina Lotti Handbag

The September issue of Brides Magazine features the Nina Lotti handbag in green alongside many other  autumn hue dresses and accessories. Look glam in green this fall by pairing the Lotti handbag with any "color school green" wear!

Registry Checklists: Part 2

Check out my Registry How-To Guide as well as my Part I checklist. Along with this Part II checklist, you should have everything you need to develop your registry action plan. Each list is a general guide to the basic necessities of a home. Quantities may vary for extra bathrooms and/or guest bedrooms, depending on the size of your apartment or house.

2 Cutting Boards

2 Baking Sheets

2 Round Cake Pans

1 Muffin Tin

1 Casserole Dish

2 Multipurpose pots

1 Saucepan (2 quarts)

2 Skillets (10"-12")

1 Coffee Maker

1 Blender

1 Toaster

1 Mixer (standing or handheld)

1 Strainer

1 Mixing Bowl Set

1 Set of Measuring Cups and Spoons

2 Oven Mitts

4 Dish Towels

1 Whisk

1 Spatula

2 Wooden Spoons

1 Spoon Rest

1 Can Opener

 

Optional Items:

1 Salad Spinner

1 Cooling Rack

1 Pie Pan

1 Rice Cooker

1 Panini Maker

1 Waffle Maker

1 Slow Cooker

1 Dutch Oven

1 Food Processor

1 Teakettle

1 Ice Cream Scoop

1 Pizza Cutter

1 Cheese Grater

1 Veggie Peeler

1 Basting Brush

1 Garlic Press

1 Citrus Zester

2 Serving Tongs

1 Platic Tupperware Set

 

 

1 - 2 Laundry Hampers/Baskets

1 Handheld Vacuum

1 Vacuum

1 Iron

1 Ironing Board

1 Handheld Steamer

1 Trash Can

1 Wall Clock

1 Alarm Clock

1 iPod Dock

*Don't be afraid to register for electronics such as small televisions for guest rooms or even game consoles like Nintedo Wii.

 

4 Luggage Tags

2 Toiletry Kits

2 Weekender Bags

2 Carry-on Wheeled Suitcases

2 Medium Wheeled Suitcases

2 Large Wheeled Suitcases

1 Wheeled Garment Bag

 

Grill

Grill Utensils

Patio Furniture

Plastic Barware

Picnic Basket

Insulated Wine Carrier

Cooler

Beach Towels

Beach Chairs

Lawn Mower

Gardening Tools

Leaf/Snow Blower

Umbrella Stand

Coat Rack

Fireplace Tools

Board Games

Holiday Decorations

Christmas Ornaments

Menorah

Sedar Plate

Mazzuzah

 

NOTE TO SELF: It's your registry, so scan whatever your little hearts desire!

In fact, B only wanted one item when we registered at Bloomingdales: a very small Lalique Crystal figurine of a happy Buddha. I thought it was a bit ridiculous to register for such an expensive and (in my eyes) frivalous object but I could see how much he liked it. So in the spirit of doing our registry together, I flipped it over so he could scan it, thinking to myself, "Who's ever going to buy that thing anyway!"

Well, believe it or not, someone did send us the happy Buddha! I had never seen B excited over any registry box I had opened up until this point. And you know what, that little Buddha is now one of my favorite pieces in our home. He sits high up on the top shelf of our bar overlooking our living and dining area. Guests always seem to notice him and it gives B the opportunity to brag. :)

If you could register for just one thing, what would it be?

Lucky Magazine Features Nina Edlen

The September issue of Lucky Magazine names the Nina Edlen a "quietly joyful" slingback bow pump with subtle color and understated design. The Edlen is among many "perfectly coy and utterly ladylike" pumps in the Lucky Fall Shoe Guide that will do ALL the flirting for you!

Nina Edlen

 

Registry Checklists: Part 1

Use these handy checklists while developing your registry action plan to make sure it's stress-free and fun! Each list is a general guide to the basic necessities of a home. Quantities may need to be increased for extra bathrooms and/or guest bedrooms, depending on the size of your apartment or house.

Are you ready? Set? Scan!

2 Fitted Sheets

2 Flat Sheets

1 Duvet Cover (or) 1 Comforter

1 Mattress Protector

1 Lightweight Blanket (for summer)

4 Pillows

1 Pillowcase Set

2 Shams

Optional Items:

1 Mattress Pad

1 Bed Skirt

4 Bath Towels

4 Hand Towels

4 Washcloths

1 or 2 Bath Mats

1 Shower Curtain

1 Shower Curtain Liner

1 Small Trash Can

1 Toothbrush Holder

1 Soap Dispenser

Optional Items:

2 Bathrobes

1 Tub Mat

1 Scale

1 Tissue Holder

 

12 Formal Place Settings*

12 Casual Place Settings*

12 Cloth Napkins

12 Napkin Rings

2 Tableclothes

1 Salt and Pepper Shaker Set

2 Serving Bowls

2 Serving Platters

1 Salad Bowl with Serving Set

1 Soup Tureen with Ladle

1 Gravy Boat with Tray

1 Butter Dish

1 Coffee Pot

1 Tea Pot

1 Sugar and Creamer Set

Optional Items:

12 Charger Plates

12 Soup Bowls

12 Place Mats

1 Cake Stand

1 Cheese Tray

1 Chip and Dip Tray

*A place setting typically includes a dinner plate, salad/desert plate, bread plate, cup and saucer.

 

 

12 Red Wine Glasses

12 White Wine Glasses

12 Champagne Flutes

12 Water Goblets

12 Double Old Fashion Glasses

12 Highball Glasses

2 Coaster Sets

1 Cocktail Shaker

1 Decanter

1 Water/Juice Pitcher

1 Ice Bucket

1 Bar Tool Set (includes: Jigger, Ice Spoon, Bottle/Wine Opener, Strainer, Olive Fork)

Optional Items:

12 Juice Glasses

12 Martini Glasses

12 Margarita Glasses

12 Pilsner Glasses

12 Mint Julep Cups

1 Wine Fridge

1 Champagne Bucket

1 Wine (Chiller) Holder

 

 

 
12 Formal Silver Flatware Sets*

12 Casual Stainless Steel Flatware Sets*

12 Steak Knives

1 Chef's Knife

1 Serrated Knife

1 Paring Knife

1 Honing Steel

1 Scissor

1 Knife Block

*Flatware sets include a salad fork, dinner fork, teaspoon, tablespoon and knife.

 

2 - 4 Decorative Vases

2 Decorative Bowls

4 - 10 Picture Frames (various sizes)

2 - 4 Pieces of Wall Art

1 - 2 Wall Mirrors

2 - 4 Table Lamps

2 Floor Lamps

1 - 2 Throw Blankets

2 - 4 Throw Pillows

1 Set of Candle Sticks

*Don't be afraid to register for larger items such as furniture and area rugs.

Hopefully these help you sail smoothly through your registering. Remember these lists consist of the basics and the optional items are just to give you additional ideas. Stay tuned for Part 2 where I'll finish the other home categories.

Are there any items you would add to these checklists? Let us know by commenting below, writing on our Facebook wall or Tweeting us. We love your feedback!

Wishing you glamorous planning and happy scanning!

xoxo

-Lindsey (Nina's Newlywed)

Snooki Loves Nina

The notorious, fist-pumping queen Nicole Polizzi, better known as Snooki, reveals in the newest issue of Footwear News that Nina Footwear is her 'MUST-HAVE SHOE BRAND'.

"The light-up heels are pretty sick" said Snooki about the Nina Shostopper, which she wore on the David Letterman Show as well as out in Los Angeles.

Nina Shostopper

Same Shoe, Different Colors

It never fails to amaze me how the same item in a different color can change so drastically. Some may think it's crazy to buy the same thing in two or three colorways but not me. I happen to think it's brillant. These two examples prove my point:

The Nina Cannes in black paired with the Kaitlin (also in black) gives this mens-inspired shirt dress a sexy edge. While the Cannes in champagne plays up the glamour of the coral dress. Throw in the Nina Kaitlin in gold and it's almost godess-like.

Do you have a favorite garment, shoe or handbag that you just had to have in another color? Let us know by commenting below, writing on our Facebook or tweeting us!

Be Glamorous!

xoxo

-Lindsey

Registry How-To Guide

Registering for your new home is like shopping without having to foot the bill. It's extremely fun but can become very overwhelming if you don't have an action plan. Trust me, I've been there.

True story: We waited about a month after our engagement before registering. I wanted to make sure we had plenty of things on our list before our engagement party. B and I spent about an hour going back and forth mixing and matching different patterned casual china (your everyday plates) until we found the perfect mix. We both loved it. When we flipped the dinner plate over to scan it...90 bucks! It was so frustrating! I quickly learned a valuable lesson: Look at the price before falling in love with something.

Luckily, you all can learn from my mistakes. :) Get registry ready and enjoy every minute of it with my how-to guide (below) and checklists (stay tuned)!

  

Do you have any funny registry stories? Or maybe you have some advice of your own? Share with us by commenting below, posting on our Facebook wall or Tweeting us! We love hearing for you.

Wishing you all glamorous planning and happy scanning!

xoxo

-Lindsey (Nina's Newlywed)