Summer Vacation

We are sorry for being away for so long, but it's Summer and we are taking a break from posting every day. We will post periodically though, so please check in from time to time. Enjoy your Summer!

-Shop Stew

Lasso Clothes Hanger - "Catching the Wild" Wardrobe

(TREND HUNTER) Reel in your wild clothes and hang them up on this Western inspired clothes hanger called "Catching the Wild" from Stolen Wood Studio. The sculpture is shaped like a lasso and is made from steel and polyester… [More]

Stylish Swimsuits for $50 or Less!

You don't have to spend a fortune to look good this summer. Check out these stylish (and sexy) swimsuits... All for $50 or less!

Top 24 BBQ Innovations

(TREND HUNTER) If you're not fired up about barbecue season yet, you will be after feasting your eyes on this mega cluster. Trendhunter.com has seen luxury grills, very bizarre BBQS and other gadgets related to outd… [More]

Summer Bridesmaid Dresses

In our most recent post, we shared some of the ugliest bridesmaid dresses around. Hopefully you had a few laughs! Well, we couldn't leave you on that topic without also sharing with you some very pretty and tasteful Summer bridesmaid dresses. Yes, there actually are some that you won't mind wearing... maybe even in fact wear twice! Just click on each image for more information and where to shop for it.

We're Back!

So sorry for the long break, but we were truly experiencing technical difficulties and then it was the Memorial Day Holiday. Well, we are back and will try to post as much as possible, but things are quite hectic in other areas of our lives at the moment. We will do our best for sure though, so please stick with us.

Thanks!

-Shop Stew

Technical Difficulties

Shop Stew is experiencing some technical difficulties, but hopefully we will be back shortly! Check back.

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Shop Stew

Always a Bridesmaid...

While researching weddings, I stumbled upon the most hilarious website, UglyDress.com. I have been a bridesmaid multiple times, and although most of my friends and family have great style, there are a select few that don't. When it came time for them to pick out their bridesmaid dress's, let's just say they were not pretty (and that's me being nice). I am sure a lot of you can relate to what I am saying, and probably have tons of photographs (if you haven't burned them) to prove it.
On that note, here are some of the ugliest, most unflattering bridesmaid dresses I have seen. I promise this is not a joke, or pictures from Halloween! Hope you get a good laugh, I... did!

Offbeat Wedding Cake Toppers - Argumentative Bride & Groom

(TREND HUNTER) Not a fan of brideszillas? (Get over it, girls) These non-traditional cake toppers really tickled my fancy. I love the idea of having an arguing couple on top of a cake. Lets face it, that will be a million times more realistic than a couple kissing, entwined with doves or other such nonsense!

In t… [More]

Create Your One of a Kind Diamond Engagement Ring

When it comes to shopping for a diamond engagement ring, you're going to be presented with a plethora of options. Whether you're shopping online or physical stores, you're going to be shown all sorts of styles, band designs, diamond cuts and other accents that your ring may consist of. However, if you're looking for a one of a kind ring that you can't find just anywhere else, then you may want to consider designing your own diamond engagement ring.
When designing an engagement ring, it's still important to buy a good diamond. Just because you're designing it, doesn't mean you want to throw out the rules of buying a good diamond. You still need to consider your 4 C's as cut, clarity, color and carat are still important aspects of designing your own diamond engagement ring.
However, when it comes to the design of the band, diamond accents and engraving, you have your entire imagination to use. If you need a little help, consider using the Abazias Ring Builder. This tool will help you to choose your gold choices, your diamond and its specifics as well as your price range. By the time you are done you will have a custom made diamond engagement ring made just for you.
Another option you have is to sit down with a jewelry maker and have a ring truly designed to your taste. Once you have your loose diamonds chosen for your ring, the designer will work with you to create the ring of your dreams. You can often even sketch a design idea by hand and they will do their best to create a ring to your liking. Either way, you go, you're able to have a custom diamond engagement ring unlike any other. Check out the rings I designed below. Not only was it fun to design these rings, but I love the end result for each! I think I have good taste, if I do say so myself! Thoughts??

Shop Stew Receives Another Great Rating!

Hi Shop Stew Readers,

I just wanted to share with you another great review our blog has received. This one comes from www.Blogged.com

"Dear Shop Stew author,

Our editors recently reviewed your blog and have given it an 8.3 score out of (10) in the Shopping category of Blogged.com.
This is quite an achievement! We evaluated your blog based on the following criteria: Frequency of Updates, Relevance of Content, Site Design, and Writing Style. After carefully reviewing each of these criteria, your site was given its 8.3 score.
Please accept my congratulations on a blog well-done!!"

Thanks to all of our readers who support us every day and inspire us to continue.

-Shop Stew

Top 61 Unconventional Weddings - Modern Matrimony From Engagement to Divorce

(TREND HUNTER) Wedding season is finally upon us. If you're looking for tips for a traditional wedding, you'd better leave now. If you're looking for cutting edge and quirky, read on!

The following bits of trend candy highlight some of the top innovations for your special day, from high tech engagement rings lik… [More]

Affordable Summer Wedding Dresses

Summer Weddings!

Personally I am a winter baby and could not imagine getting married in the summer. I am one of those people that definitely prefers being cold as opposed to being too hot. Don't get me wrong, I love the in between-Fall and Spring, and I do love a day at the beach, but I am not a fan of humidity at all. I wouldn't even be able to ger married outside because of my severe allergies to pollen, etc. But enough about me! It seems a lot of people feel otherwise and May - August seem to be the most popular months for weddings. That being said, I am going to devote the next few posts to summer weddings.



There are so many options for summer weddings, such as a beach, or a garden. Days are longer and there are wonderful sunsets for a backdrop. Flowers are in full bloom, and fresh fruit can be served or used for decoration such as centerpieces. If it an evening wedding, use candles to create a warm and romantic setting. Below are some more ideas for summer weddings. Click each to find more details.