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Modern Chicago wedding: Alecia + Jon
http://www.100layercake.com/blog/2012/05/09/modern-chicago-wedding-alecia-jon/
As purveyors of weddings that continue to push the bar on creativity, we dream about weddings like this one. For a designer, clients like Alecia + Jon, with their amazing taste and up-for-anything attitudes, are the perfect couple to work with. Jesi Haack, the lady we’re bowing our heads down to today, even described Alecia as her design soul sister and both A + J as her soulmates. The details and design are so, so fun. See cowhide aisle and table runners, gold balloon table numbers, chevron curtains, graphic signage, and yes, a stunning bride and groom!
Mother's Day Breakfast Recipe: French Toast With Fresh Berry Sauce
http://www.ontobaby.com/2012/05/mothers-day-breakfast-recipe-french-toast-with-fresh-berry-sauce/
On to Baby celebrates all things lovely for baby and mom, so of course we think Mother’s Day is pretty special. With Mother’s Day coming this Sunday, we wanted to give you a sweet idea to honor those wonderful moms out there. Start her Mother’s Day off right by preparing this yummy breakfast recipe of french toast with fresh berry sauce – an easy, delicious dish that looks pretty, too. On to Baby and Wedding Chicks co-founder Amy Squires whipped this up for us with a recipe from Caitlin Knoop.
Vintage Santa Ynez Wedding Photo Shoot by Mireen Kierzek Photography
Oh film photography, how I love thee. And film photography by Mireen Kierzek Photography that captures the gorgeous work of Pitbulls & Posies, Twine Events, Hey there, Cupcake! and TEAM Hair & Makeup? Don’t even get me started. It’s frame-worthy, effortless perfection at it’s very finest, which ultimately creates a full gallery of images that is just as pretty as they come.
Historic Cedarwood Wedding Inspiration from Love Is A Big Deal
My childhood bedroom was dripping in pink and green, so obviously, I love the color combo. I can only wish, however, that my room was as sweet and beautiful as this inspiration shoot from Love Is A Big Deal. It’s filled with pastel pink and gorgeous green details that have my head spinning in a pretty haze of romantic waterlily inspiration. Cedarwood Weddings was the perfect team to compliment the design and bring it to a level that has filled a gallery full of only Inspiration Board-worthy images!
Southern California ranch wedding: Steffani + Linton
http://www.100layercake.com/blog/2012/03/26/southern-california-ranch-wedding-steffani-linton/
Things are just right in the world. Mad Men is back, Love Me Sailor is sharing rad photos of Steffani + Linton’s wedding, and as always, Jesi Haack delivers on the details + decor. With a palette of soft, neutral pastel colors and lots of cheerful textures everywhere, Jesi went to town creating fabric stuffed hearts used for a ceremony backdrop, a garland made of oversized colored balls, a yarn covered backdrop to hold 182 escort cards, and a super original wooden heart guest book where guests signed a “puff” ball. So many fresh ideas in this one that are sure to inspire!
Pitbulls & Posies in Utterly Engaged
http://www.utterlyengaged.com/category/issues/issue-020/
Pages 98-119 AND Pages 146-149
Inspired by A Teal, Mustard and Magenta Yarn Themed Baby Shower
http://www.inspiredbythis.com/2012/03/inspired-by-a-yarn-themed-baby-shower/
As you may have noticed, the love for Jesi Haack continues! We shared her maternity session a few weeks ago and now we are so excited to share her amazing baby shower with you today! It was so fun being able to celebrate Jesi’s first girl after two boys! The shower was hosted by some of the most talented ladies in the business so I knew that I had to snatch up these images as soon as she had them!
Indiana Jones Wedding Inspiration
http://greenweddingshoes.com/indiana-jones-wedding-inspiration/
Indiana Jones probably isn’t seen as a typical source for wedding inspiration, but I think this fun tablescape designed around the movie is such a rad idea – and something I know both I + my hubby would love. :) When Josh from Casa de Perrin walked into the Found Vintage Rentals warehouse, he had a vision.
Utterly Engaged - Love Is
http://www.utterlyengaged.com/category/issues/issue-019/
Utterly Engaged Issue 19 - Love Is
Pages 51-68
Brady’s Silhouette + Bow Tie First Birthday Party Invitations
http://ohsobeautifulpaper.com/2012/02/bradys-silhouette-bow-tie-first-birthday-party-invitations/
Happy Monday everyone! We’re starting the week off with some adorable invitations for a first birthday party! Designer Emily Ley sent over the fun images of the invitations for her baby boy Brady’s birthday party, created by Amber of Pitbulls and Posies along with the help of a few other friends. The silhouette and bow tie concept is just too cute – read below for the full details!
Utterly Engaged - Sparkles & Crystals
http://issuu.com/utterlyengaged/docs/issue18
Utterly Engaged Issue 18 - Sparkles & Crystals
Pages 96 - 129
A Sparkly + Glam Holiday – with Unicorns!
http://greenweddingshoes.com/a-sparkly-glam-holiday-with-unicorns/
If you read the current Holiday Issue of Rue you might have seen the feature Once Upon a Table where Casa de Perrin shares their collection of vintage rentals for a fun + sparkly holiday party. You might recognize that name since we shared Diana + Josh’s wedding (the adorable couple behind Casa de Perrin) a few months back. One of my all time favorite weddings – just love their style + the photos!
Rue Magazine Holiday Issue
http://www.ruemag.com/holiday-issue/
Check us out on pages 100-111!
Style Me Pretty - Nestldown Wedding
It looks like I have a brand new venue obsession and it’s a little piece of paradise called Nestldown. Of course, I have this stunning affair captured by Courtney Lindberg Photography to thank for introducing me to all of its rustic splendor AND for gracing us with a big ol’ bundle of gorgeous, including beautiful blooms by Asiel Design, a dreamy color palette of orange and blue and one very awesome mojito bar. Yummy. All designed by the uber-talented bride, I could get lost in this lovely for hours. Join me in the gallery for even more!
Grey Likes Weddings - A Rustic Thanksgiving
http://www.greylikesweddings.com/2-inspiration/a-rustic-thanksgiving/
I hope you are as excited as I am about Thanksgiving this Thursday! Bryan and I have a long list of dinners and brunches to attend and for the first time ever, I’m hosting my very own, very small, Thanksgiving dinner. I’ve been on the hunt for a little Thanksgiving inspiration, so we’ll be sharing some of our favorite finds with you this week! First up today is this rustic Thanksgiving shoot with florals and styling by Honey and Poppies, heirloom place settings and food styling by Casa de Perrin, and photography by Braedon Flynn. This shoot was originally featured over on Design Sponge, however we’ve got lots of extra images to share with you to get you inspired!
Design Sponge - A Rustic & Collaborative Thanksgiving
http://www.designsponge.com/2011/11/a-rustic-collaborative-thanksgiving.html
While it was once customary for the host or hostess to prepare the entire Thanksgiving feast themselves, these days, it’s far more common for everyone to chip in by bringing a dish to share or helping set the scene. Thanksgiving is only a week away, and if you need a bit of inspiration for the day, look no further than this lovely collaborative effort between Jeni Maus of Found and her very talented group of friends.
Southern Blooms
http://iloveswmag.com/2011/11/16/v4-feature-southern-blooms
Let’s start this Wednesday off right with some STUNNING florals, shall we? We tasked the creative minds of designer Lisa Vorce and florist Kate Holt to put together a set of “ultimate Southern bouquets” for print. Seersucker, gingham, lemonade, sweet tea, peaches… we wanted the works. And they delivered in such a beautiful way. Enjoy Jose Villa’s dreamy images, and be sure to check out the magazine for the coordinating paper pieces put together by Amber Moon of Pitbulls & Posies!
Southern Weddings - V4 Feature, Southern Blooms
http://iloveswmag.com/2011/11/16/v4-feature-southern-blooms/
Let’s start this Wednesday off right with some STUNNING florals, shall we? We tasked the creative minds of designer Lisa Vorce and florist Kate Holt to put together a set of “ultimate Southern bouquets” for print. Seersucker, gingham, lemonade, sweet tea, peaches… we wanted the works. And they delivered in such a beautiful way. Enjoy Jose Villa’s dreamy images, and be sure to check out the magazine for the coordinating paper pieces put together by Amber Moon of Pitbulls & Posies!
100 Layer Cake - Modern California wedding: Lindsey + Aaron
http://www.100layercake.com/blog/2011/10/13/modern-california-wedding-lindsey-aaron/
The LA lovin’ that’s happening in today’s wedding might have you considering a move to sunny California. Lindsey + Aaron’s wedding has all the makings of a true California experience. Palm trees, a view of the Pacific Ocean, a white hot dance floor (literally), and a stunning blend of modern patterns in a sunset color scheme. The list of amazing vendors involved in making this Cali wedding superb is too long to list, so just keep reading to see for yourself!
Style Me Pretty - Threads of Love
http://www.stylemepretty.com/2011/08/02/threads-of-love-by-bunch-studio/
Inspired by the threads that hold love together, Bunch Studio collaborated with William Kim Photography to create this gorgeous photo shoot filled to the brim with the cutest whimsical touches and lucky for us, they decided to share it! The dozen upon dozen light blush pink ribbon streamers, the amazing yarn art, and that ribbon-esque cake are all so romantic and sweet that I’m literally begging all you brides-to-be out there to infuse some of these details into your day. Pretty please? See even more here in the full gallery!