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08.22.11

Summer Fruit Inspiration {by} Enchanted Dream Weddings…

Today guest posts are wrapping up with some fun & fruity inspiration from Naomi of Enchanted Dream Weddings! A huge thank you to all of the lovely ladies who shared inspiration while I was away:)

With the summer months in full swing why not take advantage of it in its fullest and include sweet summer fruits into your wedding day feast? Instead of passing hors d’oeuvres why not serve fresh fruit canapés with fruit from your local growers? Or why not integrate them into wedding centerpiece décor. Eating fruit is like taking a little of the sunshine inside.

{a cake crowned with sweet peaches}

Style Me Pretty Berry Nice

{raspberry tartlets}

diy project

{favor paper bags filled with strawberries}

{fresh berries from the market are great snacks for guests}

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{golden cherries as escort cards…perfectly picked idea!}

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08.3.11

Mexican Wedding Ideas…

Today I have some decor ideas for you, inspired by Mexico. Bright colors, mixed textures, and some fun cultural nods make for a fantastic fiesta!!!

How about a private sweetheart table on the beach at dusk? Serape blankets as aisle or table runners, maracas and sombreros as favors or photo booth props, papel picado draped across the room, a bright and textural bouquet, a bold hand painted cake, or layers of pink fringe to stand under as you say your I do’s? Love it all!

Who doesn’t love a tequila bar? This lighted Hola sign is simply adorable, and I adore this floral garland and ribbon chair decor.

{Top to Bottom, L-R: Photo by Troy Grover, Styling by Summer Watkins, Via Style Me Pretty | By Alapan | Via Estate Hound | Photo by Gabriel Ryan Photographers, Cake by Sweet & Saucy Shop, Via My Sweet & Saucy | By Fiore Blossoms | Photo by Jose Villa, Styling by Jill La Fleur, Via Style Me Pretty | Photo by Sarah Yates, Styling by Sitting in a Tree, Via Style Me Pretty | Photo by Kate Webber via Style Me Pretty | Via Project Wedding | Via | Photo by Jose Villa, Styling by Jill La Fleur, Via Style Me Pretty}

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07.15.11

Simple Favor Ideas…

I spotted these bottled favor/gift ideas over on Matt Bites the other day, and I just love them!

Simple syrups, perfectly packaged. I think these would make a fantastic hostess gift, or something fun to take along to a bridal shower! Cocktails, anyone?

These little bottles of limoncello look so delicious and refreshing! Whip up a favorite drink, put it in some pretty bottles, and give them out as wedding favors or gifts. I think making some apple cider, or mulled wine and packaging it like this could be a great Christmas present or winter wedding favor!

All it took was some bottles, some labels, and a little creativity! Head on over to Matt Bites to learn more:)

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06.23.11

An Ode to Dahlias…

With so many beautiful flowers out there, it’s hard to choose a favorite, but if I HAD to, dahlias would be at the top of my list. From the cafe au lait dinner plate dahlia, to the stunning black dahlia (both of which were used in my wedding!), to playful little pom pom dahlias- I love them all!

{Top to Bottom,L-R: The Blah, Blah, Blahg | Elizabeth Messina | Bouquet by JL Designs, Photo by Jeff Wallace Photography | Country Living | Martha Stewart | Saipua}

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05.20.11

Summer Gingham Inspiration…

Happy Friday, everyone! The weekend has almost arrived, so I wanted to leave you with a little something fun. Summer will be here before we know it, and for some reason whenever I think summer, I think gingham! While I love the classic Americana take on gingham in navy blues, whites and reds, my favorite kind of gingham is a mix of it in all the colors of the rainbow. A colorful gingham explosion! It makes me think of picnics in the park, running through the sprinklers, lemonade under a beach umbrella, icy fruit popsicles, and frolicking in the pool, among other things.

A colorful gingham wedding, or party of any sort would be so cute! If you have one, pretty, pretty please invite me.

{L-R: Ties by BabybyStevie | Goodie Bags by Sweet LuLu | Umbrella photo by Simply Hue | Gingham Packaging by Sweet Paul | Twist Ties by Pretty Tape | Table by Country Living | Cupcake Liners by The Bakers Confections | Hanging Bunting by Kate Landers Events via Project Nursery}

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05.2.11

Midnight Rider…

I’m busy planning and designing away today, so I wanted to leave you with a small snippet of the inspiration I am working with.

This…

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And this…

{Gara Danielle Ring}

I am obsessed! More to come in the next few months:)

I’ll be back tomorrow with a super awesome wedding for you! Happy Monday!

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10.15.10

Autumn Wonderland…

I’ll admit, I’m not much for typical fall colors. I don’t like brown and I don’t like orange, BUT when I saw this autumn inspiration board, I fell head over heels! The metallic Hunter boots, cozy cream wrap sweater, barrel of glossy apples and golden acorn pendants are perfection. It made me re-think my aversion to this color palette!!!

{Via }

Have a happy autumn weekend!!!!