A Little Buzz

A big thank you to Mrs. Bee for mentioning snippet & ink in her post yesterday. How exciting! WeddingBee is a great forum for brides to get feedback and share ideas and inspiration, so if you haven't checked it out, you definitely should spend some time over there. Again, thanks so much, and enjoy the boards!

Board #53: Trick or Treat!

How about a Victorian-Gothic Sleepy Hollow Masquerade? It would take some real guts to use this board as inspiration for a wedding, but I can definitely imagine it as a fantastic Halloween party. Refinement meets decay, the macabre meets the glamorous. It is so creepily whimsical, and if someone had the inclination, I think it could work really well. Also, a big thank you to all the ladies who posted about Halloween weeks ago - all of your posts were big inspiration for this board!

Mood: macabre glamour
Palette: black, white, orange


Top row from left: Marie Antoinette masquerade, butterfly dress via A Dress A Day, Coco Chanel, Ralph Lauren dress from Elle, photo via Studiolo
Row 2: Samu-Jussi Koski dress via Shiny Squirrel, Victorian portrait, black calla lilies from Bloomery Weddings, centerpiece from Hostess with the Mostess, spiderwebs
Row 3: dress via Your Heart Out, bat pumpkin via Lucky Me!, coffin chocolate via Hostess Blog, black decanter via Toast and Tables, masquerade silhouette
Row 4: bouquet via Hostess Blog, black candy via Lucky Me!, Kylemore Abbey from Irish Travel Online, Sleepy Hollow map from The Knot
Row 5: guest book via Toast and Tables, image via Art of Adornment, Nicole Sayre Halloween moon from Fiddlesticks Dallas, calligraphy via Orange Beautiful, monogrammed pumpkins from MS

Board #52: Home for the Holidays

Reindeer, holly berries, cookies and milk. Sounds like Christmas, but it's a wedding! I love the pink with the red. And the warm ivory. And the touches of gray. A warm, intimate event, maybe at home, and including some of the most fun elements of the holidays. Stockings like this might make for a cute decorative element, too.

Mood: warm and cozy
Palette: red, pink, gray, white

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Top row from left: photo from Brides, linens from Matthew Mead, milk and cookies from MS, berries from The Knot, Donna Karan dress
Row 2: cake from MS, photo from Wonderful Graffiti, pink poinsettias
Row 3: calligraphy by Laura Hooper, dress from MS, December save-the-date
Row 4: sleigh bell, sugar birds by Wendy Kromer, sleigh ride

Update! This place setting from MS would be lovely at this holiday wedding.

Board #51: The Apple of My Eye

Yesterday I posted a board based around one flower. Today's board is based around another single element: apples. Apples are so charmingly rustic, and you can make them part of an equally rustic event, but they can also work perfectly at an elegant wedding: tiny candied apples passed by servers, as place cards with paper leaves, sugared as a cake decoration. I would also use a vintage apple crate label as inspiration for wedding stationery to keep the theme running throughout.

Mood: rustic elegance
Palette: apple colors (red, green, gold, brown), white

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Top row from left: shirt and skirt from MS, escort cards from Brides, table and candied apples both from MS
Row 2: dessert buffet from Rebecca Thuss, photo via {frolic}, photo by Alan Maudie, cake via Brooklyn Bride
Row 3: photo by Mel Barlow, photo by Aaron Almendral, apple blossom card by Sarah Parrott
Row 4: ring pillows from MS, vintage label from The Label Man, envelope labels by Two Girlz Stuff

Board #50: Lily of the Valley

A single flower can be the focus of an entire event, and it keeps things simple. Lily of the valley's shape resembles wedding bells, and green and white are a classic combination, making this delicate spring bloom a wonderful choice.

Mood: traditional, clean
Palette: pale green, white

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Top row from left: ring pillow from Australian Wedding Company, bouquet by Bloomery Flowers, table via Toast and Tables
Row 2: cookie favors from MS, cake from Art Fool, seating cards from Beau Coup, photo from Tableware Today
Row 3: place setting from MS, veil by Unveiled Bridal Design, letterpress by Satsuma Lynn, dress by Aria Bridesmaids
Row 4: photo from Brides, Loeffler Randall shoes via Shiny Squirrel, Monique Lhuillier dress from Brides UK, earrings by Prunus Persica

Update! Another perfectly beautiful table and ring pillow from Rebecca Thuss. How could I have missed it!

Board #49: My Muddy Water Mississippi Delta Home

I swear, next weekend I won't be spending my Saturday night studying Pythagorean triplets. However, while this means no fun for me, it means a Weekend Edition for you, because I need a little break.

This is a special board, inspired by my time living in the Delta, and keeping in mind two teacher friends who will be tying the knot there come next spring. I imagine an event that is low key and very Delta, which means cotton bolls, sweet tea, barbecue, and some live blues music. I would use mason jars for centerpieces to echo the mason jar candles and the mason jar drinking "glasses." I would also recommend a swamp cooler at the ceremony.

Mood: rustic, local charm
Palette: red, white

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Top row from left: J. Crew dress via Brooklyn Bride, flowers by Ariella Chezar, pie favors and daisy cake both from MS, bouquets from Cotton Man
Row 2: photo via Lucky Me!, utensils via {frolic}, image from Charleston Party Planners, Jason Angelini photo via An Excited Bride, tablecloth from Lillian Vernon
Row 3: photo by Leigh Miller, mason jar lanterns via Black Eiffel, cotton bouquet, pie card by Bella Muse
Row 4: BBQ invitation by Two Piglets, photo from Brides, vintage Coca-Cola photo via Flickr, sweet tea from Road Food, sun dress

Board #48: Autumn on the Beach

I've had a request for a beach wedding, in the fall, with deep pink as a main color. Here is how I imagine that type of event. I don't know what beaches are like in other places during the fall, but where I grew up they're pretty cold and foggy. Deep pink can really warm things up, and chocolate brown echoes other fall colors. I also love the use of indoor furniture outdoors - setting up a comfortable lounge area or "living room" on the beach is so unexpected and pretty. I would definitely supply guests with blankets, and a bonfire once the sun goes down would be fantastic.

"Didn't she just post a pink and brown board?" you ask.

Sure, but this one is different! Isn't it incredible how the same color palette doesn't necessarily mean the same mood or feel of a wedding? I think it's great to have color in mind, because it helps keep things focused, and it helps pull the event together, but there so many other factors that go into creating an event (setting, season, formality, etc.).

Mood: intimate, picturesque
Palette: deep pink, chocolate brown

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Top row from left: cake from MS, photo via, flowers by Ariella Chezar, cupcakes via Black Eiffel
Row 2: boutonniere from Brides, Oscar de la Renta dress from Brides UK, bouquet from MS, photo via Black Eiffel
Row 3: pink ranunculus, outdoor "living room," seashell chocolates from Wedding Things
Row 4: calligraphy by Linea Carta, table number from Brides, Dear Olive seashell card via Love Made Visible, bouquet from MS

Board #47: Nordic Winter

There are so many beautiful ways to make the most of a winter wedding. An icy blue palette is sophisticated and very sweet, and it makes me think of a very cold northern winter. I think it's chic the way it is, but to warm it up you could add some chocolate brown elements. Or, if you're really worried about it being too cold, you could just make sure there's plenty of pale blue cashmere around.

Mood: romantic, chic
Palette: icy blue, white

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Top row from left: Brioni satin tie from Neiman Marcus, Ron ben Israel cake via Black Eiffel, photo from Jef Maion, bouquet from The Knot
Row 2: invitation suite, bouquet and cake all from MS; napkin detail from Brides, Alan Hannah separates from Brides UK
Row 3: flower girls from Brides UK, photo from Carolyne Roehm, word bubble wallpaper guest "book," snack box from Matthew Mead, Reem Acra dress from NY Magazine

Board #46: Left At Albuquerque

How about a board with a Southwest slant? Instead of going for burnt oranges and dusty reds, I thought I'd cool things down a bit with pale greens and blues, inspired by Georgia O'Keeffe's trumpet flower. I also like the idea of an event that echoes the simple lines of its surroundings, and succulents add to the desert feel.

Mood: minimalist, natural
Palette: cool green, pale blue, chalky white

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Top row from left: bouquet via House Martin, dress from Brides UK, Georgia O'Keeffe trumpet flower, drinks from MS
Row 2: dress via The Sartorialist, Next Exit photo via Black Eiffel, succulent favors from MS, dress from Rebecca Thuss
Row 3: parasols, boutonniere via Brooklyn Bride, suit via Perfect Bound, key lime pie
Row 4: centerpiece via Faye and Greer, photo by Jessica Claire, invitation by Invite Site

Update! Take a look at this beautiful centerpiece from Fresh Studio.

Board #45: Not So Mellow Yellow

I have done some yellow boards before, but none that really pop like this one. I love the dramatic contrast of a yellow, black and white palette - it's takes itself a little more seriously. If you wanted to tone it down, you could make it less marigold/jet and more lemon/blackberry.

Mood: bold, unexpected
Palette: marigold, black, white

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Top row from left: Antaeos dress via Shiny Squirrel, Valentino shoes via Perfect Bound, lemon cream and crossword both from MS
Row 2: photo via Oh My That's Awesome, sunny arrangement, photo from Brides, Boddington's beer at The Drink Shop
Row 3: cake from The Knot, chairs from Covers Ups Rentals, place card from Brides, stationery from MS
Row 4: photo from Viceroy Palm Springs, Lazaro dress from Brides, Moleskine notebook

Update!

Take a look at this gorgeous "Matzinger" invitation suite by Wiley Valentine.

Board #44: Wide Open Spaces

Three boards in one day?! What can I say - I'm sick, I don't have a TV, how else to entertain myself?

For anyone who has ever spent any time in Montana, you know how naturally beautiful it is. As far as a wedding goes, I imagine a rustic late summer event, with a meal straight off the grill, and a campfire once the sun goes down. I would also limit bright colors, so that they don't compete with the scenery.

Mood: ruggedly romantic
Palette: tan, white, maybe one very muted pastel

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Top row from left: photo via Classic Bride, Good On Paper invitation from In Style, bouquet and cake topper both from MS
Row 2: illustration from Linea Carta, boutonniere via {frolic}, ceremony in the great outdoors, Judd Waddell dress from Brides
Row 3: harvest centerpiece from MS, favors from Rebecca Thuss, photo from MS, bonfire
Row 4: aspen seating "cards" from Grace Ormonde, veil from MS, formal cowboys

Board #43: Waterfront Wedding

I know there are some ladies out there working with a navy and green palette, so I wanted to offer my take on what that might look like. I leaned toward preppy instead of nautical, with lots of green hydrangeas, but I still imagine this as a waterfront event. Let me know what you think!

Mood: preppy, waterfront
Palette: navy, green, white

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Top row from left: photo by Valls Photographic, necktie via Tie the Knot, pew decorations by Ariella Chezar, table via Toast and Tables
Row 2: photo by Valls Photographic, calligraphy by Laura Hooper, bouquet from MS
Row 3: monogram from MS, Juliet Poyser dress from Brides UK, lettering by Bluebird Studios, boutonniere by Seattle Flowers, Jim Smeal cake from In Style
Row 4: candy buffet and blue dress both from Rebecca Thuss, hydrangea via Living the Swell Life, monogrammed tote by L.L. Bean

Board #42: Chocolate and Roses

Pairing feminine pink and masculine brown together makes for a lovely combination. Elaborate swirling calligraphy in white gouache on brown stationery, a gorgeous full gown, and elegant amaryllis all fit the formal setting of a reception in San Francisco's gorgeous City Hall.

Mood: formal, romantic
Palette: blush, chocolate brown

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Top row from left: Luisa Beccaria dress via enjoy: the blog, amaryllis and cake both from MS, Michelle Rago flowers via Lucky Me! (photo by Dasha Wright), San Francisco City Hall from By Recommendation Only
Row 2: flowers by Ariella Chezar, champagne and meringue kisses both from MS, calligraphy by Laura Hooper
Row 3: photo via Wedding Bee, sugar stirrers via House Martin, Bernard Maisner calligraphy via It's Lovely, bouquet from MS, cupcakes via Black Eiffel
Row 4: chocolates from La Maison du Chocolat, dress via Tie the Knot, Christian Louboutin shoes from Holt Renfrew, boutonniere from The Knot, flower girl from Fleurish

For more pink-and-brown inspiration, take a look at this post from Lucky Me!

Board #41: So Fresh and So Green

I've got a miserable cold, and I'm up to my eyeballs in test prep material. What a horrible way to spend a gorgeous Sunday. So I thought I'd take a break and post a board to add a little happy to my (and your) day.

Maybe it's because the trees have traded verdant leaves for fiery ones, but I am craving some green. Green and white are such a classic pair, and the addition of black makes it all new. This board could be the inspiration for a refined event on a sprawling estate, a lovely vineyard wedding, or an intimate backyard occasion. Enjoy!

Mood: refreshing, refined
Palette: green, black, white

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Top row from left: luggage tags and bouquet both from Brides, silhouette portraits via House Martin, Romona Keveza dress from Brides
Row 2: photo via Black Eiffel, Mr. Boddington invitation via Love Made Visible, "turtleneck" via Orange Beautiful
Row 3: cake from The Cake Parlor, invitation by Ceci NY, photo via Style Me Pretty
Row 4: photo via Classic Bride, boutonniere via Brooklyn Bride, centerpiece from Dandelion Ranch, Chatsworth garden maze

Update! How cute would these gumballs be as favors?
Update!

How about these fantastic monogrammed coasters by Sarah Ridgley?

Boards #39 and #40: Garden Parties

Whether your event takes place in a friend's garden or in the local botanical gardens, a garden wedding is one of the sweetest things I can imagine. What a great opportunity to play up an already beautiful setting. Here are two takes on the garden wedding.

Board #39: Pink and Green

How have I not done a pink and green board yet? It's such a classic color combination, especially for a wedding. Especially for a garden wedding!

Mood: preppy, classic
Palette: pink, green

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Top row from left: garden table, Candy Anthony dress via Style Me Pretty, topiaries via Faye and Greer, cake from In Style Weddings
Row 2: dress via Style Me Pretty, melon balls from MS, potted favors from Brides, boutonniere via Social Design
Row 3: limeade via Good On Paper, invitation by Bird and Banner, save-the-date from MS, planter via Faye and Greer
Row 4: table number from MS, little rose arrangement, Romona Keveza dress from Brides, pink cookies from Rebecca Thuss

For more lovely pink and green details, take a look at this gorgeous post over at Faye and Greer.

Board #40: Blue and Yellow

I know this isn't quite the palette that Classic Bride is going for, but I did want to try and put together a beautiful garden wedding for her that incorporated blue and yellow...

Mood: fresh, lighthearted
Palette: hydrangea blue, daffodil yellow, white

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Top row from left: flowers by Ariella Chezar, lanterns from Brides (photo by Dasha Wright), boutonniere from The Knot, bouquets from MS
Row 2: both invitations from Bird and Banner, cakes from MS, photo by Mel Barlow
Row 3: wreath and parasol both from Rebecca Thuss, tea tin from Harney & Sons, bouquet from The Knot
Row 4: Simple Silhouette dresses via Style Me Pretty, Sika Designs dress via Shiny Squirrel, dress from Brides UK, blue head wreath from Ariella Chezar

Boards #37 and #38: Winter Whites

At first glance, these boards may not seem so different. They are both Winter boards, and they are both white. But, as any interior designer will tell you (Mom...?), the impact made by warm whites is quite different than that made by cool whites. Both would make for a stunning event.

Board #37: Warm White

I think warm white and I think coconut, white chocolate, pearls, cashmere, with all those delicious pink and gold undertones.

Mood: warm, classy
Palette: warm white

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Top row from left: luminarias from MS, Alex Bittar earrings via A Little Sussy, bouquet from Brides, cake from MS
Row 2: gloves from Burning A Hole, mini liqueur shakes from Brides, stationery from Rebecca Thuss, clutch from The Knot
Row 3: individual coconut souffle from MS, candle-lit steps via {frolic}, shrug via Your Heart Out, Carolina Herrera dress from Brides UK

Board #38: Cool White

Cool white, with its silver and blue undertones, evokes images of crystal, ice, porcelain, and crisp white paper.

Mood: cool, chic
Palette: icy whites

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Top row from left: Lorena Barrezueta porcelain, The Beatles White Album, gift wrap from Carolyne Roehm, David Meister dress from Nordstrom
Row 2: Lladro hair comb, centerpiece from Brides, image from Huge Store, paper flowers from Brides
Row 3: chandelier drops from Chic of Shabby Creek, sweet snowballs from Brides (photo by Dasha Wright), bouquet and cake both from MS
Row 4: photo via {frolic}, shrug via Your Heart Out, ice shot glasses from Ice Immediate

Boards #35 and #36: Red and White

Wow. Sorry for the late post again! I seem to be having some serious trouble with the internet lately. Anyway, here they are... Today we have two red and white boards, one for early summer and one for winter.

Board #35: Strawberry & Cream

In the early summer, red and white makes me think of berries and cream, picnic linens, and sweet simple fun. I imagined this board with a touch of French flair.

Mood: sweet, simply elegant
Palette: red, white, bits of black

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Top row from left: calligraphy by Maybelle, photo via Faye and Greer, photo via Black Eiffel, Luisa Beccaria dress via Perfect Bound
Row 2: photo via {frolic}, Eavis & Brown dress from Brides UK, flags from Vintage Weave, cake and French poppies both from MS
Row 3: table by Art Fool, necklace by Saylor Sage, red and white napkin, drinks and Paris photo both from Brides

Update! These coasters by Sarah Ridgley would be perfect for this event.

Board #35: Cranberry & Snow

Add some sophistication to a snow white event with rich holiday red.

Mood: holiday sophistication
Palette: cranberry, white

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Top row from left: white hot chocolate from Matthew Mead, church, pomegranate seating cards from MS, Carmen Marc Valvo dress via Perfect Bound, lantern ceiling
Row 2: photo from Brides, fig holiday roll and red lipstick both from MS, red candles from Flickr, hypericum boutonniere from The Knot
Row 3: red pistachios, red currant gelee and bouquet both from MS, invitation from Ceci NY

Update!

How about this fun card by Wiley Valentine?

Technical Difficulties

Hi there! Sorry that my post today had no pictures! I don't know why that happened, and it took me a while to figure it out, but it should be resolved. I'm mostly un-savvy when it comes to computers, so things like this might happen once in a while - hopefully not too often! Anyway, here they are, so enjoy!

Boards #33 and #34: The Great Gatsby

Today's boards are variations on a Great Gatsby theme.

Board #33: Gatsby by Day

Mood: country club chic
Palette: pastel pink, green, white

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Top row from left: cake from Brides, veil by Lynn Kiracofe Designs, Favourbrook suit from Brides UK, bouquet from MS
Row 2: Great Gatsby party, Oscar de la Renta gown from Brides UK, centerpiece by Ariella Chezar
Row 3: invitation by Bird and Banner, table from Brides, Michelle Rago frog corsage (photo by Dasha Wright), garland via {frolic}
Row 4: hat from Hats and Veils, photo from Jacqueline Property Rentals

If you want more ideas like this, take a look at this spread from Brides, and this post from Faye and Greer.

Board #34: Gatsby by Night

Mood: swanky Art Deco
Palette: black, cream, chocolate

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Top row from left: photo from Brides, flapper, invitation from The Knot, earrings from Aspire Auctions
Row 2: bouquet via Wedding Flowers Guide, desserts from MS, pearls, garland from MS
Row 3: Stacy Kane photo via Classic Bride, vintage poster, Youlin dress from Brides
Row 4: Diane von Furstenburg dress at Neiman Marcus, image from Brides UK, April Reed cake via Love Made Visible, bouquet from MS

Update! Check out this fabulous post over at Perfect Bound - lots of Roaring 20's inspiration.
Update! How about some of these paper goods from Tinsel Trading - I especially like the bride and groom card, and the menu.
Update! Look at this beautiful dress by Claire Pettibone - I think it work well in either of these boards.

Boards #31 and #32: Seaside

Hi there! I hope everyone had a great weekend, and I hope you're ready for some fun boards. This week I will be posting two boards a day, each one a variation on a given theme. Today, the theme is Seaside...

Board #31: In the Navy

Mood: preppy, nautical
Palette: navy, white, yellow touches

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Top row from left: place setting from Carolyne Roehm, photo from Design Mom, cake from The Knot, farewell flags from Brides
Row 2: centerpiece from Rebecca Thuss, invitation by Austin Press, rope knot at This Next
Row 3: bouquet from Brides, dress at Anthropologie, guest book at Rebecca Thuss, Oscar de la Renta dress at Brides
Row 4: photo from MS, photo from Brides, paper boat and bouquet both MS

If you like this theme, you should definitely check out the Brooke invitation by Lily Darby. It is lovely!

Board #32: Lobsterfest

Mood: relaxed, fun
Palette: red, white, beige

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Top row from left: table by Art Fool, Resail tote via Treehugger, photo from Grapevine Weddings, bouquet from In Style
Row 2: Robert Danes dress from Brides, cake by Cape Cod Cakes, raspberry cocktail, shell candles from MS, knot diagrams via Tying The Knot
Row 3: photo from Brides, photo from Sparklers Online, photo from Maverick Charters Ltd., Hackett suit from Brides UK
Row 4: Kate Spade dishes from This Next, invitation by Bird and Banner, invitation by Ceci NY, lobster dress by J. Crew, oar "guest book" via Tie The Knot

If this is the look you're going for, take a look at these photos by Stacy Kane.

Update! If you like the idea of a nautical knot, take a look at this invitation from Good On Paper.
Update! For more lobster ideas, check out this post over at Toast and Tables.

Board #30: Royal Purple

Outside of nature, I'm not such a fan of pale purples. I think they can look pretty tacky, actually. Aubergine, though, (sounds so much better than eggplant, doesn't it?) is just gorgeous. It is one of the deepest, richest colors I can think of, and paired with deep browns and a hint of green, it's perfect for a lush fall event.

Mood: lavish elegance
Palette: aubergine, chocolate, white

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Top row from left: stamp from Stamp Russia, photo via Toast and Tables, Marchesa gown from New York Magazine, invitation by Ceci NY
Row 2: purple dress and gray suit, bouquet by Ariella Chezar, cake photo by Dasha Wright, candy from Brides
Row 3: bouquet from MS, arrangement via House Martin, Paulette macarons via Brooklyn Bride, centerpiece via Brown Turtleneck Sweater

Update!

This bouquet by Camilla Flowers is just stunning. If I'd found it sooner, it would definitely have been a part of this board.

Board #29: City Hall Champagne Chic

How about a city hall ceremony and a chic champagne and dessert reception? Black and white is such a powerful combination, so I added some hints of very pale pink to warm this board up. Also (you may have already noticed this) I just can't get enough of sneakers for the groom and groomsmen - I think it adds so much personality!

Mood: urban chic
Palette: black, cream, pale pink


Top row from left: photo via {frolic}, Morgan Davies dress from Brides UK, photo from Brides, centerpiece from Vine
Row 2: photo by Jessica Johnston, Chanel Coco Mademoiselle, invitation from Ceci NY, ring by OGI Ltd.
Row 3: photo via Perfect Bound, cakes from MS, shoes via Orange Beautiful, monogrammed napkin by Print Appeal
Row 4: bouquet from MS, photo via Faye and Greer, black cube from Chocolate Trading Co., invitation from Ceci NY

I have had some questions about whether I will take suggestions for boards, and the answer is yes, of course I love to hear your suggestions! I can't promise when a certain board might show up, and I actually have quite a few boards lined up at the moment, but I would love it if I could create a board that would be useful for a specific person and event. So feel free to post any suggestions for boards that you might have and I'll see what I can do.

Board #28: Beyond the Backyard

There is no doubt that I love the details that go into a wedding. I think personal and thoughtful details are what makes one wedding unique from another. At the same time, I am pretty turned off by the idea of trying to out-do celebrities and using a wedding as a means of showing off, as though that one day is more important than the lifetime after it. A simple backyard wedding with lovely details and close friends and family can be just as beautiful and meaningful - if not more so! - than the most over-the-top event. I think this board, with various shades of green and brown, could work well from March to September. If you wanted to go with a larger, more formal wedding, this would also make for a great rehearsal dinner.

Mood: intimate, casual
Palette: olive, white, hints of blue

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Top row from left: backyard and cake both via Style Me Pretty, Boylan ginger ale, bouquet from Brides
Row 2: photo from Cookie, Luisa Beccaria dress from Brides UK, wooded table from InStyle Weddings, dress from J. Crew
Row 3: boutonnieres from MS, banjo photo from Lena Corwin, centerpiece by Dandelion Ranch, bottle wrap from MS
Row 4: calligraphy by Laura Hooper, photo via A Little Sussy, matchbook from Brides

Board #27: Icy Cool

Is it too early for a winter board? I'm not trying to rush this perfect fall day away, but I thought an icy, silvery Winter Wonderland wedding would be just gorgeous, maybe in January or February?

Mood: cool, polished
Palette: silver, white


Top row from left: satin boudoir chair via stylehive, snow and ice photo, Anthropologie sweater via Brooklyn Bride, Monique Lhuillier dress
Row 2: zinc heart from Vintage Weave, Amanda Wakely coat and gown from Brides UK, bouquet via Oh Happy Blog, cake from Christopher Bakery
Row 3: photo and invitation both from Ceci NY, Match Pewter from Michael C. Fina
Row 4: bouquet from MS, Emporio Armani suit, clutch from J. Crew, favor from MS

Board #26: Creamsicle

After such a warm weekend, I had to start the week with a warm board. I think some people are intimidate by the color orange, which is too bad because it is so energetic and just plain fun. And, mixed with cream, it can be incredibly elegant. I think this would be perfect for a late summer/early fall wedding.

Mood: bright, cheery
Palette: orange, cream

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Top row from left: "origami" guest book and bouquet both from MS, photo via {frolic}, citrus centerpiece from Brides
Row 2: invitation from The Knot, tulip cascade from Brides, blood orange cheesecake from MS, hard candy
Row 3: photo from Brides, Sharon Cunningham dress from Brides UK, garden hat via Faye and Greer, Creamsicle
Row 4: Prestat chocolate from Arena Flowers, striped ribbon from Ribbons Galore, carnelian necklace from JH Terry Gallery, paper hurricanes from MS

Update! Go see this post at Toast and Tables for more orange inspiration.

Board #25: Post Pink

I have a bonus post for you this week. To show my support and respect for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, I've created this all-pink board. For even more pink, remember this one?

Mood: feminine, sweet
Palette: grapefruit, cotton candy, pink, pink pink!

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Top row from left: calligraphy by Laura Hooper, Hale Bob shoes at Zappos, cotton candy
Row 2: boutonniere via Faye and Greer, stationery by Bird and Banner, Vera Wang gown from Brides, bouquet from Wiggy Flowers
Row 3: pink balloons from Party Squad, peony bouquet
Row 4: cake via Brooklyn Bride, pink drinks from MS, ice cream sandwich from Brides, earrings from Field and Rose

And now I'm locking my computer up so I can really focus on studying this week. Next week I should be back to regular daily posting, but until then, enjoy these six!

Board #24: October Gave A Party

Have you had enough Autumn inspiration yet? Clearly, I haven't! This post over at Toast and Tables motivated me to create yet another very Autumn board. This one seems a little more refined than the others, without sacrificing any of the harvest style the season demands.

Mood: gracious abundance
Palette: brown, orange, gold

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Top row from left: pumpkin seating cards from Brides, amber ring from Talisman Jewelers, hairstyle from The Knot, bittersweet wreath from Marston House
Row 2: apple ciders, calligraphy by Betsy Dunlap, photo via Toast and Tables, Sarah Arnett dress from Brides UK
Row 3: cake from The Knot, photos via Toast and Tables, photo from MS, Simonetta at Brides UK
Row 4: Dean and Deluca pumpkin whoopie pies, bouquet from Brides, gift wrap from Carolyn Roehm, bouquet from Brides

If you want even more inspiration, take a look at these lovely quotes about Autumn. Any one of these could make for a nice addition to an invitation or program.

Board #23: Black and White

I wanted to do something in black and white showing that, while this color combination is inherently glamorous and dramatic, it can also be playful. Why not have an orchid-adorned cake and Oreos? A Cartier Tank and Chuck Taylors? They're as different (and well-paired) as black and white.

Mood: dramatic, playful
Palette: black, white

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Top row from left: Donna Karan, silhouette from Karen's Whimsy, Notte by Marchesa via Something Old Something New, cake from The Knot, Cabernet-Shiraz from Le Grand Noir
Row 2: Cartier Tank watch, blackboard, bouquet from MS, Oreos
Row 3: invitation by Ceci NY, black and white lily, cameo by Tarina Tarantino, Chanel Nail Colour in Black Satin
Row 4: Chuck Taylor sneakers, photo via The Sartorialist, MS button seating cards

Board #22: Sweetness and Light

A celebration for you and your honey.

Mood: bright, warm
Palette: yellow, gold

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Top row from left: bouquet from The Green Vase, photo from Brides, Pearl Marmalade stationery via Faye and Greer, Caroline Parkes dress from Brides UK
Row 2: matchbox by Areo Home; bouquet and panna cotta both from MS, beehive cake via Oh Happy Blog
Row 3: invitation by Ceci NY, rings by Hannah Clark, photo from Brides, photo from MS
Row 4: tie photo from The Knot, beeswax candles from MS, hat and veil from Couture Bridal, cake via Wren Handmade, Donna Karan dress from Elle

Update!
Wouldn't this honey jar make for a great favor?

image from Perspecta Photo