Love the simple and elegant statement of black and white for weddings. {images via east side bride, jcrew, snippet and ink vogue italia, theknot}
10.28.2009
Black and White...
Love the simple and elegant statement of black and white for weddings. {images via east side bride, jcrew, snippet and ink vogue italia, theknot}
10.20.2009
Faux Real...
As a wedding favor, this couple recorded three of their favorite song covers (doing all the cheesy instrumentals and vocals themselves!) and burned cds for the guests, using designs from Steep Street for slip covers on each album. Each cd was titled 'Faux Real', to give a sense of their playfulness in general, a hint what the wedding would be like, and a way to describe the art pieces that they’re living in together. {via Once Wed}10.06.2009
10.05.2009
Your Table Awaits...
I adore this creative way to display table seating on your special day! Mirrored windows with a white pen. {via Green Wedding Shoes}
9.29.2009
Black & White & Mint...
I love these cool tones together. White flowers as accents to dramatic black and white designs with a hint of mint. {via Snippet & Ink}7.17.2009
Gardenias...
7.16.2009
7.14.2009
A Touch of Green...
I love the trend of brides wearing colorful shoes! Kick up your heels in these olive colored feather strappy sandlas from Christian Louboutin.
7.13.2009
California Wedding...
This wedding is simply beautiful. I love the earthy neutral tones in the green backdrop of hills. They shared a sample menu with us: First Course: Salad of organic greens, grilled garden peaches, candied walnuts, and prosciutto
Second Course: Pan roasted halibut, dungeness crab, sweet corn soubise
Third Course: Grilled tenderloin of beef, heirloom zucchini croquettes, and cabernet sauvignon jus
{images via Style Me Pretty}
7.09.2009
Vintage Cake Buffet...
If you are a cake loving bride, this is a lovely display to emulate. Perfect Endings makes home-style favorites, including devil's food, banana, spiced pecan, and red velvet. There were also s'mores (with organic dark chocolate, and homemade marshmallows and grahams - of course!) to end the evening.{via Snippet & Ink}
Bridal Boquets...
I love these beautiful flowers for the bride. {via unknown for now, hopefully I wrote down the source somewhere!}REAL WEDDING: Sam & Jonathan...
Held at a friend of the couple's home in Palm Beach, the simplicity and beautiful colors were what caught my eye for Sam and Jon's Wedding that took place a few years ago. The bride wore a dress by Lara Helen Atelier and the bridesmaids dressed were designed byAmy Smilovic of TIBI. The Groomsmen wore Stubbs & Wootton shoes, Paul Stewart pants and Vineyard Vines' ties. Ann Z designed a tier of cupcakes that was elegant and lovely!
7.08.2009
7.07.2009
Lounge Away...
For your cocktail reception and mid dance party breaks, creating a beautiful lounge space with colorful pillows is a beautiful setting. {via Soiree}
Knock on Wood...
Nature lovers invitation, save the date, program and menu made of walnut wood, by Cards of Wood.Parting Gift...
For guests you can wrap a cd with personalized playlist and chocolates from KSHOCOLÂT. {image via Snippet & Ink}
DIY: Save the Dates...
A casual save the date style, with Amy Butler fabric and one color letterpress card. {via 100 Layer Cake}
7.06.2009
Groomsmen in the Mountains...
You can't deny the rugged handsome style of men in the spring fields of North Carolina mountains, wearing suspenders. An acquired taste that I happen to like! {via Tec Petaja Photography}Bridesmaids in Boots...
Southern girls can kick up their heels in style, adding a little flair to these outfits with cowboy boots is a charming and casual touch. {via Our Labor of Love}7.01.2009
REAL WEDDING: Meredith & Tucker...
One of my fave couples in NYC had an East Coast Preppy Wedding dream on Marth's Vineyard early this June. I love the colors...Congrats Mer and Tucker!
Flower Guide...
Here is a mini-guide to flower types you may want to include in your bouquet and centerpiece. {via the Knot} REAL WEDDING: Allison & Breck...
I have known Breck for years, and when I stumbled upon this gallery of his wedding I had to feature he and Allison's wedding first in the Real Wedding Series. The wedding took place in beautiful Sun Valley, which is one of my all time favorite places! The fuschia and orange colors against the backdrop of green mountains was beautiful. {images via Hilary Mayberry}6.30.2009
Cocktail Hour Apps...
~Corn chowder and corn fritter in a sake cup~Diver scallop and black-summer-truffle ceviche
~Mini Maine-lobster roll with handmade brioche
~Parmesan basket with soft goat cheese
~Parmesan basket with soft goat cheese
~Petit rosemary Dijon lamb chop
~Spicy Thai beef tartare with cilantro and lime
{via NY Mag}
NY Mag Top 20 Reception Ideas...
1. Avoid playing boring piano music during the cocktail hour.
2. Supplement the often-ignored wedding cake with passed desserts.
3. Transport your guests in style.
4. Even if you don’t normally, think like a foodie for one night.
5. Rent a photo booth.
6. Get creative with your tabletop décor—if not to flaunt originality, then to be a little more eco-friendly.
7. Serve quirky late-night snacks as guests exit your reception.
8. Plan a good coat-check strategy to avoid long queues blocking the entrance and dampening first impressions.
9. Take a design risk and seat your guests at a few really long tables.
10. Make your guests the center of attention.
11. Get married at an unusual location.
12. If you’re giving favors, select gifts that won’t be immediately discarded.
13. Make boozing an elegant activity.
14. Showcase what you’re passionate about as part of the entertainment.
15. Get your favorite takeout place to cater your wedding.
16. If you can afford extravagances, do something that will elicit an emotional response.
17. Display seating assignments in a unique way.
18. Take your cue from Truman Capote and host a themed reception.
19. Make a cool video of the party.
20. Plan for after-hours action.
{via NY Mag}
Coren Moore...
Bridal gowns, bridemaids dresses and more...Coren Moore Open-Hour and Sample Sale! Weekly Open-Hour (every Wednesday from 12:00 - 1:30pm), where you are able to stop into Coren Moore's New York showroom without an appointment to view our line, pick up swatches, and chat with their sales team.
6.29.2009
Candy Bar...
Who doesn't love the idea of a decadent candy and dessert bar! You can give guests a bag to take sweets for the road too. {images via Amy Atlas, Paper Aeroplane and John Rozier photography}Country Charm...
For the countryside wedding in Autumn, these two pairs are perfect. Top: Romantic ruffled vintage-looking silk organza dress by Madina Vadache Couture with a modern groom. in a Wool suit by Façonnable. Bottom: On the bride, a beautiful embroidered silk-organza dress by Reva Mivasagar with a cashmere sweater by White + Warren and thr groom in a wool-blend blazer, corduroy pants, and suede boots by Salvatore Ferragamo. Cotton shirt, by Paul Smith, silk tie by Thomas Pink and cashmere scarf by Portolano. {images via Brides.com}
6.26.2009
Sarah Magid Cakes...
Brooklyn based organic cake baker Sarah Magid creates beautiful sweets for your wedding. She even has a new book! {via Grey Likes Weddings}Seasonal Menu Ideas...
Lynn from Satsuma Press came up with a few devine menu ideas for every season.
SPRING MENU
radishes with fleur de sel and sweet cream butter
radishes with fleur de sel and sweet cream butter
little gem lettuce with tarragon-buttermilk dressing
english pea soup with parmesan tuille
fava bean ravioli with brown butter
fava bean ravioli with brown butter
braised fennel and baby artichokes
roasted asparagus and walla-walla onions
spit-roasted lamb with spring herbs
meyer lemon curd crepessalted caramel ice cream
meyer lemon curd crepessalted caramel ice cream
SUMMER MENU
crostini with truffled white shell beans
heirloom tomatoes with buffalo mozzarella, basil and extra virgin olive oil
raddichio salad with parmesan crouton and green olives
grilled shrimp with meyer lemons and rosemary
grilled shrimp with meyer lemons and rosemary
calamari with calabrian chili, capers and parsley
wood oven cornish game hens with bread salad
roasted yellow beets with feta and mint
roasted yellow beets with feta and mint
pan-fried squash blossoms with fromage blancharicots verts with tarragon
nectarine tarts
nectarine tarts
buttermilk ice cream
raspberries
FALL MENU
gougeres
gougeres
cream of celery root soup
local fall greens with candied bacon and hazelnuts
chestnut pappardelle with brown butter and sage
chestnut pappardelle with brown butter and sage
porchetta with fennel and rosemary
chanterelle and chevre galettes
local wildflower honey ice cream
local wildflower honey ice cream
heirloom apple tarte-tatin
olive oil cake
WINTER MENU
fried marcona almonds
radicchio and persimmon salad with brown butter vinaigrette
truffled cream of cauliflower soup
wine braised short ribs with grilled porcini
wine braised short ribs with grilled porcini
soft polenta with mascarpone
roasted brussell sprouts
chocolate pots de crème
chocolate pots de crème
buckwheat butter cookies
vanilla bean ice cream
{via Style me Pretty}
Vintage Lemon & Lace...
Creative couple Pernel & Aaron had a vintage inspired wedding. I just adore the table themes and colors! Each of the scalloped paper table names was titled after something yellow and were placed among the centerpieces. Sunny Day, Buttercup, Happy Face, Lemondrop and Buttercream. Each plate was also placed with a lemon and tied with ribbon and a tag that read, "Pucker up". They gathered vintage elements of Hobnail milk glass and Jadite for the tables to bring the mint color. {via Amorology}
Capturing the Moment...
Feautred in this past winters Elegant Bride magazine, newlyweds Bo & Sheridan had a picture perfect wedding, with a beautiful film to capture their story that they can look back on and treasure forever. When you watch the video, keep a box of tissues close by! {via the Brides Cafe} Videographers Elysium Productions
Candlelight...
I found these small votives on Jamali Garden, they have great items for wedding decor!
Rehearsal Dinner Dress...
If you are having a more formal summer rehearsal dinner - or your just a guest at your friend's wedding, this J. Crew dress is beautiful!Walking Down the Aisle...
Walking down the aisle by floating candles on a bed of pastel rose petals...why not? {via Jeune Maria}Loose Updo...
I love the slightly tossled look, with long pieces of wavy strands in the front. It's a more relaxed updo for the wedding day. {via Jeune Marie}
6.25.2009
EE Cummings...
If you've seen the film In Her Shoes, you probably remember the beautiful poem read at the end in the wedding scene. I Carry Your Heart in My Heart, by EE Cummings is one of my favorites. I think the ceremony is such a special time to pause and reflect and I have loved attending weddings where non-traditional vows or readings are more personal and reflect the couples personality.
Midnight Snack...
I love the post dance party late night gourmet grub food idea that has become a popular trend! Mini burgers and fries are the perfect snack. {via Style Me Pretty}6.24.2009
Parisian Wedding...
Veranda had the most beautiful album of a wedding held at the Chatêau de Breteuil in the countryside near Paris. Inspired by an 18th century pastoral festival, the fête champêtre, this wedding was planned by the bride herself, Kelly d' Halluin, a New York interior designer.
6.23.2009
Monogram Ring...
My mother had a gold ring a long time ago, with her initials and I think it would be a cute gift from the groom to new wifey that carries the last name. {via J.Crew}Romantic Table...
For Ellen aand Portia's wedding, guests were seated at one long feasting table, so Mark Held of Mark's Garden in LA, packed wooden boxes with amnesia roses, Café au Lait dahlias, pink Antik roses, lavender and faded grey hydrangea, and lavender Astrantia to create a romantic setting. {via InStyle Weddings}
Ceci New York...
Lisa Hoffman, founder of Ceci is highly respected in the wedding industry. She creates the most elaborate invitations, menus, wedding logos, programs and everything that captures you for your day.
6.22.2009
A Hint of Yellow...
I love the simplicty of white with the yellow flowers for spring! {via Sukrachand Wedding Photography}
6.19.2009
Cheese Please...
Having a cheese table is a great idea for the reception cocktail hour. {via Martha Stewart Weddings, Summer Picnic Wedding)
6.18.2009
6.17.2009
Anemones...
Perfect for a black tie wedding, with a hint of pink - anemones, with their true-black centers and white sweet peas, and wide black-velvet band and narrow dotted ribbon. {via MS Weddings}
Cookies & Milk...
Such a cute idea to have a shot of milk and a cookie to pass around the wedding post dancing! {via Classic Bride}Flower Girls...
Whitten Grey online boutique has a collection organic dresses that are an adorable option for the little ones' in your wedding party. {via With this Ring}
Glass Slippers...
Cindarelli Cindarelli! These three designers make beautiful shoes fit for a princess walking down the isle. 1. Jimmy Choo 2. Manolo Blahnik 3. GiuseppeZanotti {via the Bride's Cafe}
6.16.2009
Nicole Miller...
Nicole Miller's bridal collection is simple and elegant. I recently chose my friend's wedding dress from her collection and it was less than $2000!
Groomsmen Skating In...
Photographer Michele M. Waite captures the cool pre-ceremony entrance of groomsen on skateboards. I like the unique twist! Weddings should always have a cool flair that is true to the groom.
Atwood Ranch...
A rustic, barn style setting is one of my favorites. Bay & Greg's wedding took place at Atwood Ranch in Sonoma. {via Green Wedding Shoes}
Jill Thomas Photography...
I think Jill Thomas is one of my favorite photographers, her style is whimsical and rich. I love her wedding photography and engagement photos that capture a couple's personality.
Midsummery Centerpiece...
These flowers bunched with ferns, lilacs, sea hollys and birch wood are a beautiful centerpiece for a Midsummer Nights Dream wedding theme. {via Utterly Engaged}
Rustic Wedding: Place Cards...
Love this old vintage half painted door with the table place cards hung by clothes pins for Beth & Tony's Wedding. {via the bride's cafe}
Funky Photo Booth...
Renting a photo booth like Ashley & Aaron is a fun addition to the wedding reception. You can rent one at Photo Works Interactive.
The Wedding Wheel...
San Francisco design team at the Burning House created this letterpress Wedding Wheel invitation that I love! Such a unique idea to inform guests of all the little details.
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