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A Neta Dover Bride for a Jewish Wedding All About the Party at the Ritz Carlton, St. Louis, Missouri, USA

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When St. Louis couple Tori and Jared started planning their Jewish wedding, their top priority was to make it a party. And that’s exactly what they did, from their post-Friday night dinner dance party, to the surprise New Orleans horn line parading through the aisle after the groom smashed the glass, to the all-night dancing that went until 2 AM!

In the bride’s words, “I just wanted our closest friends and family to have the best night ever” – and judging by the joyous photos from  Verneda Lemons, we can safely say they did!

We’re obsessed with Tori and Jared’s custom ketubah by Smashing The Glass Recommended Vendor NitiArtsKetubah, crafted to include important elements of the couple’s lives from their dog, Sadie, to the NY Mets, St. Louis Blues, the fountain where they got engaged, palm trees for their love of travel, and more.

There’s so much to say about this wonderful wedding – but we’ll leave it to Tori, who looked simply smashing in her gown by Israeli designer Neta Dover, to take it from here!

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How We Met

Tori, the bride: We met in New York City on St. Patrick’s Day at a club. Probably my first and last time at a club! After that, we dated a few years in the city and then I dragged him to my hometown of St. Louis, MO, where we now have our dog, Sadie. I knew he was a keeper when he said he would leave bagels and sushi and move to St.Louis, MO.Continue ReadingContinue Reading

An Aleena Lena Bride for a Rustic Chic Jewish Wedding at The Art Factory, Paterson, New Jersey, USA

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This is one cool wedding! Victoria, an investment banker, and Judah, a medical student, are a super stylish couple, and they planned one of the chicest urban-rustic Jewish weddings EVER at The Art Factory in Paterson, New Jersey.

We love how they leaned into the unique industrial-rustic vibes of their venue, picking green as their wedding color and using tons of greenery in their décor. The couple’s photographer, Smashing The Glass Recommended Vendor Alex Knight, captured it all so perfectly – in Victoria’s words,

Alex and his team are some of the best people we’ve gotten to work with – they are kind, funny and an all around good time. They were great at making us feel comfortable, hyping us up and capturing all of the little moments that we may have overlooked. They’re truly the best!

There’s so much more to say about this fabulous wedding – how fun is it that Victoria and Judah incorporated dancing under the chuppah between each of their sheva brachot?! – but we’ll let the bride take it from here…


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How We Met

Victoria, the bride and Judah, the groom: We met on Victoria’s first day of undergrad. We were both students in the joint program between JTS and Columbia University, Victoria a freshman and Judah a junior. Victoria came to school with her best friend, Sarah, who she made a pact with that they wouldn’t date in college – they were there to get their degrees! On their first day there, however, Sarah saw Judah and noted to Victoria that he looked like her type (he was wearing a kippah). We started talking, and the rest was history!Continue ReadingContinue Reading

Get Your Glow-Up While Supporting Israel with FRÉ Skincare 

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Since 10/7, I’ve been making an effort to support Israeli businesses – and I know a lot of you have too. And by far my favourite find has been FRÉ Skincare, an awesome Israeli brand with cutting-edge products that are giving me that post-spa glow every day. 

I’ve been using FRÉ products for two months now, since the beginning of January this year, and they’ve been a total game changer for me. My skin has never felt so glowy, dewy, and radiantly healthy – and the ritual of using these seriously luxe-feeling products at the end of each day has become such a restorative wind-down routine.

 

 
 
 
 
 
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Giving Back

All of FRÉ’s products are vegan and cruelty-free, and I love their commitment to Tikkum Olam. They offer a 100% money-back guarantee for 30 days after your first order – no questions asked –  and they ship throughout North America, Europe, Australia and New Zealand, and, of course, Israel!

I’m so thrilled to be sharing this wonderful brand with you – try FRÉ for yourself with a 25% discount with the code “JEWISHLIFE”.

Here’s a more detailed rundown on what I’ve been using and, most importantly, the results!

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Step Right Up for the Hottest Wedding Shoe Trends of 2024

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Rainbow Club Maya Dyeable Ivory Satin Pearl Block Heel Ankle Strap Court Shoes

You’ve chosen your gown, picked a veil, and booked for hair and makeup. But your bridal look’s not quite complete without one last thing: your wedding shoes! Your choice of shoes is another fabulous way to put your own unique footprint (pun totally intended) on your day, and there are so many gorgeous options to suit all tastes. 

Today, we’ve teamed up with online bridal retailer Lace & Favour to chat through some of the top trends for wedding shoes in 2024.

No one knows this stuff better than Lace & Favour: an independent family run business, they’ve been supplying brides worldwide for more than 20 years, and they currently stock an astounding range of over 3000 hand-picked shoes and accessories.

Lace & Favour carries beloved bridal footwear brands including Freya Rose, Rainbow Club, Harriet Wilde, and so many more – and we’re thrilled to share their take on what’s trending today in wedding shoes, from bows to pearls to florals and beyond!

Brilliant Bows

Perfect Bridal Adele Ivory Satin Two Part Pointed Court Shoes With Pearl Bow

One trend we can’t get enough of is bows! Bows are captivating brides with their timeless charm and versatile elegance, and it’s easy to see why.

Perfect Bridal Arabella Dyeable Ivory Satin High Block Heels With Oversized Bow

A bow can transform any bridal shoe into a statement piece, adding a touch of whimsy and sophistication.

Perfect Bridal Margo Taupe Satin Mid Heel Bow Court Shoes

Depending on the shoe, bows can be romantic or playful, classic or contemporary – and there’s a bow to complement just about any bridal style.

Rainbow Club Joni Dyeable Ivory Satin Slingback Kitten Heels

Lovely Lace

If you want wedding shoes with a touch of femininity and romance, look to lace. 

Perfect Bridal Milan Ivory Lace Block Heel Ankle Strap Shoes

Intricate patterns and delicate texture add a touch of vintage-inspired elegance to your look, and the versatility of lace means it can do everything from complementing a classic ballgown to adding detail to a minimalist modern look.

Perfect Bridal Cameron Ivory Floral Lace High Top Platform Trainers

Lace is an exquisite choice for brides seeking a classic yet on-trend look – it can even add a touch of glam to your wedding trainers!

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Join Us For a Jewish Community Get-Together This Sunday, March 3

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Every day, I’m hearing from so many of you who are struggling with the current environment of pervasive Jew hate. It’s really rough out there right now – but at the same time, it’s more important than ever to be proud and empowered in our Jewish identities. 

But none of us can do it alone – and that’s why I’m running a FREE 90-minute community Zoom get-together for everyone who could use some support and connection from other Jews who are going through the same things as you.

The event will take place this Sunday, March 3, at 8:30 PM UK / 4:30 PM NYC / 1:30 PM LA, and you’ll find:

  • Connection, community, and comradery with fellow Jews who understand what you’re going through right now – including breakout sessions to share whatever you are feeling
  • Step-by-step guidance on effectively combatting Jew hate and misinformation about Israel, online and off
  • Q&A session – for advice and guidance on anything you want to talk about or share.

This event is free and open to the community, so please do register now  – and share with anyone you think could benefit.
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