We need to open this trend report with this caveat — blue and white decor is NOT new, it's re-emerging. Even the Pantone color of the year is classic blue! And when they name their color of a year, you start to notice it EVERYWHERE. So it simply wouldn't be fitting to not acknowledge this dominant color combo. This color combination is about as classic as it gets, so we are SO in love with the fact that we're seeing it come across our feed and hashtags. It's not necessarily that...
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We're pretty sure this vineyard wedding is everything a bride could ever wish for. It's filled with understated elegance, swoon-worthy details, and all set against the awe-inspiring beauty of California. Katie and Morgan exchanged vows in a touching ceremony underneath a towering oak tree on top of a hill. Following the ceremony, guests dined at farm tables set in the great outdoors with 50 acres of meadows and vineyards as the backdrop.
Although there is nothing inherently unique about a wedding ceremony, you can absolutely personalize it so that it feels more representative of your relationship your love for each other. Whether you choose to do just one or many of the suggestions below, you’ll be well equipped to personalize your wedding ceremony so that it feels more special to the two of you! Cavin Elizabeth Photography 1. Write Your Own Vows...
The old world architecture of Sunstone Winery, an elegant strapless Newhite Bridal gown and a chic monochromatic beige color scheme - this my friends is the perfect recipe for a timeless wedding. Just ask A-list celebs like Lauren Conrad and Anna Camp who also tied the knot at this dreamy Santa Ynez villa... we're sure they would agree ;)...
Pack your bags for Cyprus for this black-tie international affair. Loutsiana and Panayiotis met while away on holiday and continued their love story through a long-distance relationship. A 20-hour flight from Melbourne to Cyprus couldn't stop Panayiotis from visiting Loutsiana over 20 times! When it came to wedding planning, the couple had a clear vision in mind. They set out looking for a venue that could host both a ceremony and reception, and also accommodate over 300 guests coming in from...
We love seeing a truly creative birthday party theme — and this Ice Age themed party is so COOL (pun slightly intended). One of the best ways to find a theme for a kid's birthday party is to elaborate on what your child is particularly into that year, and this party does just that! Take a look! From the planner, 50 by 50 Event Design: La Brea Tar Pits Inspired Birthday Party What do you do when your daughter's favorite place to go is the La Brea Tar Pits and requests a Tar Pit...
Sometimes an image crosses my path that stops me dead in my tracks and often times it involves dessert. I have a weakness and this meringue is totally catering to it. As party of our Valentine's Day Party Extravaganza, we cooked up...
It doesn't get more romantic than Paris. That is until you include a lavish garden wedding, ethereal gray gown, and a clipper yacht down The River Seine. For their Paris destination wedding, Bradlee and Kevin pulled out all the stops. They decided to combine their two worlds by honoring their past and creating new memories for the present in the city of love. Claire Morris Photography was there to exquisitely...
Flowers and Valentine's Day just seem to go hand in hand, but the blooms below will surely get you a gold star from your loved one. They say good things come in small packages, and these itty bitty bouquets snapped up by Ruth Eileen prove that point in the prettiest of ways. Oh, and you can whip these up in no time. Promise. Fresh flowers with small to tiny blossoms (think spray roses and wax flowers) Fresh...
When I hear things like easy to keep alive and will thrive during the winter then I know that's the kind of house plant for me. Succulents are notorious for being easy to maintain and they're totally en vogue so a little succulent garden DIY is just the thing for my fellow not-so-green thumbs. Follow...
One of the hottest topics these days is the #shelfie. We're talking open shelving, decorative shelving, an isolated floating shelf, a bookcase all decorated with bits and bobbles of meaningful decor, pretty decor and, obviously, books. This FEELS like a task that should be able to be accomplished in an afternoon... A little of this here! A little of that there! Some layering on this shelf, some layering on that shelf.... And at the end of all that effort, something feels off. So what...
As a follow-up to the super cute Galentine’s party, we wanted to share a yummy DIY perfect for sealing those Valentine’s treats and gifts. These Gold Chocolate Wax Seals crafted by Lauryn Prattes Styling And Events with the prettiest custom seals from ...
An estate fit for a princess, an enchanted garden, a lace dress and flower magic from Hanaki Floral Design - this stunning styled shoot from Jacqueline Rae Weddings is nothing short of a fairytale. It perfectly combines traditional elegance with romantic details, leaving no detail left unturned. Head on over to the full gallery captured...
Whether you're working away on presents to sneak under the Christmas tree, or looking to gussy up gift boxes for your bridesmaids and beyond, this video tutorial is one to bookmark. In just a few easy steps, you can take your gifting game to the next level with a...
Gal + Valentine's = Galentine's! Clever, right? This party inspiration crafted by Lauryn Prattes Styling And Events, Holly Chapple Flowers, and Abby Jiu Photography is all about celebrating...
Italian wedding inspiration at a majestic villa in Apulia?! Yes, please! Come for the white stone architecture, and stay for the color palette highlighted by the beauty of the region. This destination wedding inspiration has us feeling the amoré! The genius of Joy Proctor Design and the desire of The Wedding Boutique Italy to produce...
This cake is mind-blowing. Not looks-good-on-pinterest-but-doesn't-taste-good-in-your-mouth kind of mind-blowing. The real, honest-to-goodness, your-friends-will-think-you're-a-star mind-blowing goodness. It's a dark chocolate cake with a rich, amazing ganache filling that will have you dreaming of throwing in the towel and opening your own bakery called The Perfect Cake. Just you wait. Dark...
It doesn't matter how many times we run into a wedding at Italy's oldest hotel, La Badia di Orvieto, that regal tower and unforgettable stone archway never cease to take our breath away. It's the most perfect setting for a timeless, elegant affair. Pair that with an abundance of mauve and blush blooms from Janna Brown Design Co. and there you have it...
It's official, after Pantone released their Rose Quartz Color of the Year, blush colored walls became more than just a nursery color of choice. From offices, to living rooms, and yes nurseries too, this color is trending like wild fire and we're so on board. Click through some of our favorite spaces sporting the pink wall trend and their get the look paint matches [dotted] Speaking of Color, Get Inspired with these... [dotted]
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We're heading to the desert for this destination wedding that's so good you'll think you're dreaming. Meg and Justin decided on Palm Desert for their special day, a locale the bride frequented with her family as a child. They transformed their desert venue into a dreamy oasis filled with a white, green, and dove gray color palette that will take your breath away. The event was beautifully shot by Brandon Kidd Photography.