just want to call your attention to two new sections of sidebar links, st. louis day spas and st. louis boutiques!  bridal shower spa parties?  yum. 

my personal fave is the new four seasons st. louis. the design is MIND-BLOWING.  it's GORGEOUS.  and with any spa service, you also have privileges for their other facilities including an incredible rooftop pool that overlooks the arch.

day spas in st. louis:

Amarra Spa
Day Spa Missouri :: Ginger Bay Salon & Spa Group
Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis - Spa
Halo Salon & Spa
James Pearson Salon & Day Spa
Lemon Spalon
Seasons Spa & Salon
Stonewater Spa Salon
The Face and the Body
The Salon at Saks Fifth Avenue

and to get you feeling spa-eeeeey, here are a few images i shot in italy a few years ago at the amazing relais san maurizio near alba in the piemonte region.  piemonte is a much less-touristed region than tuscany, though equally beautiful.  it's known for its rolling hills and moscato wine (a very sweet dessert wine).   it's well-worth a visit.

looking through slides makes me sentimenal.  yes, ladies and gents, these were actually shot on slide and are not digital.  oh the memories!  makes me tear up just thinking about it.

and for those unique bridal party gifts or to just find your killer style...

boutiques in st. louis:

AG Jeans Official Store
Ariana's Boutique
Blend
Byrd
CENTRO Modern Furnishings
City Sprouts
Cortney Gene
Daisy Clover Boutique
Design Within Reach: The Best in Modern Design
Elements of Denim
Essential Elements of St. Louis
Jillybean Children's Boutique
Laurie Solet
Lusso Home
Mavrik Jewelry
Mezzanine
Paperdolls Boutique
Perchelle Boutique
Wish Shoes