WEDDING ON THE WEEKEND

When I came across this gorgeous anniversary party styled by Lisa Vorce on Style Me Pretty, I was just filled with delight. Its so similar to what I have imagined for my own wedding...

The backyard feeling with some classic and glamorous elements...

all white flowers, accented by gleaming glass, and soft grays and pinks.

these little lounge areas do so much to make weddings feel a little more relaxed, and more like a cocktail hour to just lounge about and enjoy the evening. 

Outdoor evening weddings need an not only a source of light, but ambiance. This pretty table with the floating candles does just that...

WEDDING ON THE WEEKEND

When I got engaged, I knew I didn't want to inundate you all with wedding inspiration. However, a few of you have expressed interest- so maybe on the weekends I will share a few of my thoughts and musings as to just how this wedding might turn out...

it seems that with every passing moment, days are turning into weeks - and I have bigger decisions to make everyday. this week I have turned my attention to narrowing down a final color palette...

after seeing a super pale pink dress on one of my bridesmaids, I fell in love.

flowers are a really important part of the wedding to me, and I adore this cake.

the fashioning of the flowers and the colors would perfectly coincide with some other choices I have made...

spending the hours I have losing myself to Style Me Pretty, I've seen many brides choosing to veer from the traditional and going with printed/patterned, mixed and matched dishware, and idea I think I'm keen on. I like the way it brings the table down to earth and doesn't feel too stiff...

When it comes to events and paper - I am Ms. Matchy-Matchy. However,  I have yet to be inspired by a great idea for seating cards. Have any of you seen a great idea? Or, did you have something at your wedding that was personal and you loved?

I hope all of your weekends are off to a wonderful start!

LOVE

Valentines day was certainly a life changer for me...

Looking back now, my guest post over at Lemon & Lavender seems like a crazy premonition!

but, I'm so excited to share with all of you before anyone else, other than my family of course! that M and I got engaged last night! This is such a special time in my life, and I couldn't wait to share with all of you!

here we are almost 3 1/2 years ago on one of our first adventures together - M, because I know you'll read this I'm so lucky you're mine!

BLACK + WHITE BLISS: EVENTS

I have a confession to make, white - I have been cheating on you with black.

For those of you who are new here... my obsession with black and white is endless and the new trend toward classical events with contemporary flair has me singing its praises...

Even better, my cousin J got engaged this week! congrats J+D. 

in the event she solicits my help planning her big day... the gorgeous combination of the standout beauty of these anemonies paired with the sleek black glass would be showstopping...

and the way I see it... these little calligraphic numbers are a must!

[via] martha stewart, pinterest

AN ENCHANTED FOREST

One of my favorite things about moving "home" has been seeing so many of the people that I have missed living away for the last 5 years. Yesterday I had lunch with one of my best friends from childhood, who is also starting to plan her wedding. She is going to be a beautiful bride with what I know is going to be a stunning outdoor garden/forest wedding...

[via] 100 layer cake

enchanting don't you think?