Inspiration Comes In Many Forms...

Brooke Galardi of Bee Gee Bags is another amazing story of triumph after a devastating diagnosis. She is a self-taught handbag maker, and the designer and founder of BeeGee Bags and I’m just thrilled and honored to share her fascinating journey with all of you. The mother of 2 beautiful daughters, Brooke was diagnosed with early stage breast cancer at the age of 32. After her treatment and recovery, Brooke found herself up into the wee hours of the morning with a new creative energy which she channeled into a new venture, BeeGeeBags.

BeeGee Bags is a unique design house for bridal clutches. This line of clutches stands out because it does not offer the standard bridal fare of satin and lace. Instead, Brooke scours the fabric world to find catchy, whimsical, elegant, and non-traditional clutch fabrics that add an element of self expression and design to the wedding day. Rather than getting too caught up in trends, BeeGee Bags focuses on making timeless designs with a perfectionist’s attention to detail. All clutches are designed, handmade, and finished in-house. The in-house designer works with each bride to determine the design elements she is looking for and helps her to include the bridesmaid clutch in her overall wedding design. It is that personal and creative approach that makes BeeGee Bags an excellent source for brides who want to create a unique and creatively designed wedding day.

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, BeeGee Bags is offering a 5% discount for orders placed in the month of October. And 1% of gross sales to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.

Brides, take a look at her designs... these bags are an awesome way to say thank you to the ladies in your bridal party, your maid or matron of honor and/or mother of the bride or groom. And the best part if that they are classic and timeless pieces that will be worn time and time again!

Your wedding planner,

Lisa

Freddy & Ma 10% Offer

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Hello readers, I am so excited to offer my brides a 10% discount on one of my favorite companies... Freddy & Ma (this company came up with a concept that allows their customers to custom make a handbag of their choice). I came across their website while doing my bridesmaids gift research and found it to be loads of fun, user friendly and a great way to release some creative juices. It amazes me that anyone can go on their site custom make a handbag and have it mailed to you just like that. The choices are endless but it's really as easy as 1,2,3. Pick a handbag style, next the fabric and finally the hardware. Whaalaa... you have a custom handbag designed by you. It is a fantastic way to say a special thank you to the most important people participating in the most memorable day of your life... your wedding day. You can custom make a gorgeous Hazel clutch and present it to your maid of honor, bridesmaids, mom or mother-in-law and let them know how special they are. What I love the most is it is the kind of gift they will use for years to come.

Now go to Freddy & Ma, think of who you are designing the Hazel clutch for, pick a fabric that showcases their personality and their you have it, the perfect thank you!

When ordering (must be the Hazel clutch style and must be 5 or more) enter code 101010 and receive 10% off your order.

Thanks and have a great time

being a handbag designer!

Your wedding planner,

Lisa

Seeking A Unique Gift For The Bride, Bridesmaids or Mother of the Bride?

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Here it is... 

Whether you want “something blue” for yourself, ‘something new’ to thank your bridal party, or ‘something old’ turned into an extra special bag, 

Freddy & Ma can help.

They recommend you contact them to speak with one of their wedding stylists and determine which option is the best fit for you on your special day.

Here is a sampling of some of the services they offer. Prices and lead times are available upon request.

Color Matching
Do you love one of our patterns but wish it came in a different shade? Send us fabric swatches and we will create custom color ways in complementary hues to restyle any of the thousands of prints that we offer.

Leather clutches
Looking for a solid color? Choose from a luscious array of Italian lambskins in 25 hues or 48 shades of rich satin fabric for the body of your bags.

Custom fabrics
Do you have an heirloom piece that you want to turn into a clutch? Unique vintage fabric to coordinate with your dresses? Send us a swatch and we will turn it into our best selling ‘hazel’ purse.

Custom linings
Want to keep your customization a secret? Go for a solid color on the outside of the bags and a different printed lining in each bag.

Purse party
Looking for a unique party idea? Add F&M to the festivities and we will present your guests with all the tools needed to design beautiful bags for themselves. This service is offered in the New York/Tri State and Los Angeles Areas.

Freddy & Ma, 

Great find

from your wedding planner,

Lisa