It seems like just yesterday when we had Audrey Magazine‘s fifth anniversary cover shoot with Vietnamese American model Isabelle. (Scroll down to see the results!)

Arturo Rios "Gisel" headpiece.

For the shoot, we used milliner Arturo Rios’ fantastical creations for our birthday suit celebration theme. Our photo editor at the time, Charlize Lin, snapped the amazing shots.

Only a few months later, Charlize got married in a dreamy, crystal forest-themed fantasy. And perhaps she was inspired by our shoot, but for the obligatory Chinese wedding three-outfit change, Charlize donned different headwear worthy of any Sex and the City wedding.

It’s a trend in bridalwear that I wholeheartedly embrace (if I had to do it over …). With more and more wearable, dance-in-it-able, beach-wedding worthy dresses making news, why not let a fantastical head piece take center stage? Any of Arturo Rios’ pieces can be redone in your color of choice.

Audrey Magazine's cover spread, April/May 2008

Shop Arturo Rios now at AudreyShops.

My obsession with florals continues. Some fleur du jour picks from Audrey Magazine‘s new online shopping site, Audrey Shops!

Asian American designer Ellen Himic draws inspiration for her eponymous jewelry line from the grand cathedrals of Europe. One of my favorites is the Rosette ring from her “Corinthian” collection. It’s everything I want for spring — floral-inspired, pastel-hued and bold.

Ellen Himic "Rosette" ring.

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