Category Archives: Wedding Inspiration

Balloon Bounty

Posted on March 28, 2012 | Leave a comment

When I was younger I associated balloons with two things: terrible school dance decor in the forms of arches, and bouquets of shiny mylar balloons that friends would get on their birthday.  Needless to say, neither were real high points in style or design.

But, like kids in high school, even balloons grow up.  And in this case, not always so with the kids from high school, they grow up to be pretty cool.

By Amy Atlas

By Catherine Cindy Leo via Style Me Pretty

by Martha Stewart

via Oh Happy Day

 

So, balloons can be big, or bold, bright or white, round or shaped, on the floor, on the wall, on the ceiling or carried by hand.  They add such a dynamic aesthetic, a playful attitude and a fairly inexpensive way to reach a wow.

What do you think?  Do you have enough hot air to decorate with helium?

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Blogger’s Birthday Inspiration

Posted on November 23, 2011 | Leave a comment

My birthday is in a few days, and it is the one event that will happen without a Thanksgiving theme.  I will not have mashed potatoes, I will not roast squash, I will not talk about Pilgrims or Indians, I will spend it with some of the best people I know (my family) and relax.

I toiled away at what my perfect day might look like, and I figured I have shared so much on this blog already, why not my birthday?

Blogger Birthday, Inspiration

Source: Peonies, Mojitos, Beach, Necklace, Tank, Jeans, Flips, Cupcakes, Bikini, Lilly, Photo, iPhone, Candles, Presents, Sparkle

I am a jeans and tank top girl – I wear them with diamonds and flip flops.  I want to celebrate with sparkle (and sparklers!), I want sand between my toes, the people I love at my side, and flowers in every room.

This has been a very good year, and I am so glad to have been able to share it with you.

What does your perfect (birth)day look like?

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Key (Lime) to My Heart, Miami Wedding Inspiration

Posted on November 16, 2011 | Leave a comment

You can take the girl out of South Florida, but you really can not take the South Florida out of the girl.  The colors, flavors, the sounds, the history were all influences for this city chic wedding inspiration board.

Miami Wedding Inspiration

Source: Dress, Venue, Garland, Grapefruit, Lemon, Citrus, Cake, Tequila, Mojito

For the ceremony I was inspired by clean lines and wanted to capture the quintessential lounge vibe of South Beach.  For the bridal gown, the emphasis was on old Miami glamor and the Art Deco era aesthetic.  Otherwise, the Miami inspired wedding is all about color, and doing away with the rules.  Bright colors and mismatched maids, mini foods, bold bites, bright flowers and citrus punch.

This inspiration board is as playful as it is sophisticated.  I think it translates to wedding look that is on trend, without being trendy.

Does this make you ready for a beachy vacation?  Table for two, Nobu.

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A Love Bigger than Texas, Wedding Inspiration

Posted on November 9, 2011 | 2 comments

One of my cousins recently got engaged and I couldn’t be happier for her and her fiance.  She is a super cool, down to earth girl, teaches yoga (extra cool points) and together they live in Austin.

I have never been to Texas, but in a recent email she really sold me on it, and the BBQ options that I could find there.  Anyway, as I was thinking about my transplanted to Texas cousin, and her new engagement I got “inspired” and made a sweet as tea inspiration board.

Texas Wedding Inspiration

I am really into an earthy color palette of muted golds, yellows and greens that are tied together with a neutral gray.  This inspiration board celebrates the natural environment with a sense of chic simplicity.

A few favorite elements: I love the abundance and homeyness of the outdoor buffet display, the succulents in place of traditional flowers on the bouquet and cake, and the organic and romantic nature of the ceremony space.

Source: Wedding Dress, Bridesmaid Dress, Bouquet, Ceremony, Buffet, Cake, Centerpiece, Succulents, Reception

Would you say “I do” to this Texas inspired wedding?

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The NY Wedding

Posted on October 26, 2011 | Leave a comment

You’ll have to excuse me, I am still on a bit of a NY kick… Walking around NY on Saturday we didn’t spot one wedding, but I did see plenty of wedding worthy spots.  And, as the Girls (and boys) of Sex and the City proved, there are so many ways to have a New York Wedding.

John James Preston and Carrie Bradshaw: City Hall

Charlotte York and Trey McDougal: Church

Steve Brady and Miranda Hobbes: Outside

Harry Goldenblatt and Charlotte York: Synagogue

Stanford Blatch and Anthony Marentino: Over the Top

What do you think?  What type – if any – is your type of wedding?

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Champagne Wedding Inspiration

Posted on October 12, 2011 | Leave a comment

Is there nothing more festive than Champagne?  It’s seductive and whimsical, it’s bubbly and sparkly, it’s celebratory and grand.  Just like this wedding inspiration board.

Champagne Wedding Inspiration

Source: Print, Gown, Dress, Tutu, Flutes, Bouquet, Centerpiece, Cake, Salad, Shoes

There is no greater time to lavish yourself, your friends and family with a little extra sparkle.  The Champagne toast, or Prosecco, or sparkling water is a mainstay in the wedding reception and so why not carry that moment throughout the entire reception.

This inspiration board has a softened neutral color palette of blushes, sages, creams and butter play beautifully with the sparkle and effervescence of gold.  As a play on the whimsy that Champagne often induces the traditional wedding mainstays are made playful with details like clever prints, rock candy in Champagne flutes, delightful snacks, glittering bows and fluffy flower girl tutus.

What do you think, would you be inspired by a glass of Champagne for your wedding?

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Make an Entrance

Posted on September 7, 2011 | 1 comment

I have been known to try to make an entrance, and well, friends, if there is ever a day to do it, it is your wedding day.  Let’s be real here, on that day you are the star and the star should arrive in a pretty major way.

The dress, veil, glam hair and makeup certainly help, but the aisle set’s the stage.  Here are some of my favorite settings to make that entrance for the beginning of “Here Comes the Bride…”

Major! Abundant Ceremony Space in Greens and White in Indonesia by Nefi

Classic New York by Christian Oth

A Curtain Moment, by Birch, Photographed by Lisa Lefkowitz

An English Garden Wedding for Kate Moss

Dum, Dum, da Dum…. Which style would you be wishing for?

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Plum Wedding Inspiration for Fall

Posted on August 31, 2011 | Leave a comment

We’re quickly approaching fall and that means for autumn brides the planning is down to the details: choosing the just right color, for their just perfect day.  I am finding a lot of inspiration in the heavily saturated tones from the Fall runways.  A major standout is shades of red.

I have assembled an inspiration board with colors based on the beautiful colors of a plum, from the inside of light golden yellows and oranges to the outside skin of deep red.

Plum Fall Wedding Inspiration

If I am may say so myself, I love this inspiration board. I love that it is natural and earthy without being “granola” – not that there is anything wrong with that.  It playfully dances around the traditional color palette of autumn leaves, but has a sense of elegance and sophistication even though there is a kaleidoscope of colors at play.

So, what do you think?  Does this make you excited for fall?

Source: Gown, Bridesmaid, Flower Girl, Cake, Earring, Stationery, Bouquet, Plate, Drinks, Centerpiece

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A Blushing Bride

Posted on August 24, 2011 | 2 comments

This weekend was “The Reality Starlet/Professional Athlete Wedding of the Year”.  I say that in quotes because I truly think, cheesy as it may be, that on your wedding day, when you are the bride, your own wedding is always the “wedding of the year” with any hope, it is the “wedding of your lifetime.”  With that said, I will watch the E! Wedding Special in October.

In the previews I really liked Kim’s two-toned theme and it inspired me, with a slight variation, instead of black and ivory I chose black and blush.

A Wedding in Blush

Two thoughts: I think sometimes people see a pink wedding as being very specifically feminine, which is easy to imagine, but I think when paired with black and pared down in simple lines, and clean shapes it is actually a very lovely compromise, just like marriage should be.

So, what do you think?  Could you have a wedding in just two colors?

Source: Gown at StylePage, Invitation, Tablesetting, Centerpiece, Desserts, Bouquet

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You Say Tomato, I say throw a Party

Posted on August 17, 2011 | Leave a comment

It’s hot, the farmer’s markets have tomatoes of every variety and it is time to throw one more good party before the end of summer.  I love the idea of a themed party, rehearsal dinner, or wedding, and the end of summer tomato bounty is as good as any that I can think of.

In pulling together this inspiration board the focus was entirely on the food and using the bounty that is provided in this season.  The secret with Italian cooking and cuisine is that it is at it’s best when it is it’s most simple.  Fresh produce, simple preparations and presentation.

For a dinner party, or wedding with a more limited budget choosing a theme to dictate the menu and decor can help prevent scope creep.

Tomato Party

I love that this is completely DIY friendly, and easily able to be all homemade or catered with a low cost.  In this inspiration board the difference makers are the small details: the mini Pellegrino bottles at each seat, the innovative presentation of small bites, the local fair, and the truly edible arrangements of tomatoes and grissini.

If you are in need of some tomato focused recipes, why not try homemade ketchup, tomato soup, roasted vegetable sauce, homemade salsa, or a pizza party?

Doesn’t this just make you want to throw a party and buon appetito?

Source: Bread & Oil, Polenta Hors D’oeuvres, Table Setting, Tomatoes, Carnations, Wine, Pellegrino, Strawberry Pie, Torrone

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