#224 | Sweetheart Skaters

Can anything be more romantic than two sweethearts skating on a frozen pond. Pale pink gives just enough color to this light and icy inspiration board.

 

 

FROSTY PINK | ICY WHITE | BLACK | CAMEL

 

photos |  pink wedding gown -  orange girl photography  |  bouquet -  chudleigh weddings  |  ice skates -  tiny white daisies  |  polka dot cake -  style sweet ca  |  ice skating couple -  jeff loves Jessica  |  cardamom rose cocktail -  design sponge  |  table setting -  one stylish day uk  |  grand piano -  jose villa photography  |  pink menu -  rebecca yale photography  |  bouquet -  amy majors photography

 

 

A frozen pond is so romantic for your first dance skate together.

 

Blushy pinks for the win

  

 

 

Black polka dots bring whimsy to this wedding.

 

 

Cocktails or cocoa will keep your guests warm.

 

{#203} sleigh ride

What winter bride wouldn't love a sleigh ride in the snow...

colors | boxwood green, black, snow

photos | wreath {the black workshop} bouquet {rylee hitchner} champagne {eric kelly photography} shoes {bayly & moore} table garland {martha stewart weddings} key {heather waraksa} sleigh {rachel peters} green dress {charleston weddings} boutonnieres {jenn hopkins}

{#198} fuchsia + white pumpkin

 

Gah! It's my first i-board in quite a while and I'm extremely nervous to hear your thoughts about it. I couldn't resist creating a board when I came across that oh so cute hollowed out white pumpkin centerpiece. The color palette is dramatic and modern and perfectly unexpected for an autumn wedding.  

Happy Halloween, friends! 

colors |  fuchsia, black ink, white pumpkin

photos | pumpkin centerpiece {chatelaine} marshmallow kisses {martha stewart weddings} feather boutonniere {rebecca thuss} cake and {martha stewart weddings} bridesmaid {elizabeth messina} groomsmen {jose villa} popup altar {martha stewart weddings} and cocktails {martha stewart weddings}  

{#189} valentine confetti

I first shared this board on Branco Prata's blog but since it's one of my favorite Valentine boards, I just had to repost it here on P&P.  I'm the first to admit I'm not the biggest lover of red but there's no escaping it this time of year.  I wanted to keep everything pretty light and airy and only showcase the ruby red in details. How much do you love that bird's eye view of that table? Pretty awesome right? I love that black confetti!

{colors} ruby red, pale pink, light gray, confetti

{photos} red peony {kiss the groom} champagne glasses {simply bloom photography} shoe clips {ban.do} desserts buffet {rebecca thuss} table scape {lonny magazine} cake {the knot} sugar cubes {cox & cox} wine {martha stewart weddings} bridal party {our labor of love}

{#186} black + white

I can't believe that this is the last inspiration board for 2011. Last year, I create a champagne & gold one but this year I wanted to go a little low key but still fun and festive. You can never go wrong with black and white. It's modern, sophisticated and is the perfect palette to ring in 2012! 

{colors} black, white, silver
{photos} caviar {sunday suppers} anemone bouquet {paul johnson photography} balloons {martha stewart weddings} bouquet {martha stewart weddings} tights {katie's pencil box} oreo cookie cake {party start me} bride's attire {a gift wrapped life} garland {poppytalk} martini {martha stewart weddings} lounge {rue magazine}

{#179} caramel noir

Last week I featured a light caramel board and a few days later decided that I needed to put together something a little darker. I love the richness that this board evokes. It has basically the same elements but I substituted some elements like the white lace for black and it brings such a different feel to it. Can't you picture an intimate gathering of friends and family celebrating a happy couple with this board?

{color} black lace, caramel, gold

{photos} foyer {elle decor} black lace dress {coldfish} candies {martha stewart weddings} stacked books {design design decor} mini champagne bottles {my life} gold program {aruna b. photography} glassware {casa de perrin} shoes {j. crew} lace pumpkin {bhg}

{#167} southern pizzazz

{colors} kelly green, white & black

{description} I'm still having trouble getting back to the blogging flow and Hurricane Irene didn't help either so I'm going to share a board I created a few weeks ago for my sweet friend, Courtney Dial from {Pizzazzerie}. She asked if I would create one to assist her in planning for her June 2012 wedding. Of course I jumped at the opportunity. Courtney knew exactly what she wanted... a sophisticated color palette of black and white stripes and kelly green accents with traditional southern flair. 

{photos} bowtie cake {martha stewart weddings} sunhat {harwell photography} paper fans {martha stewart weddings} dress {sarah seven} stripe parasol and bowtie pooch {jose villa}  favor boxes {martha stewart weddings} pineapple drink stirrer {sweet & saucy} green glassware {rebecca hansen} place card bundles {bride’s cafe} bouquet {martha stewart wedding}

{#164} luxe palace

{colors} charcoal, black, mocha & blush

{description} Today's wedding board was inspired by the enchanting palaces I came across during my trip to Portugal.  This wedding is just pure romance. A beautiful grand piano, gorgeous plush seating, elegant calligraphy and luxe fabrics is everything you need to feel like royalty.  

{photos} bride playing the piano {harwell photography} candelabra cake candle {urban outfitters} escort cards {martha stewart weddings} metallic thread {rolland bello} mini chalkboard {sfgirlbybay} classic car {elizabeth messina} table centerpieces {martha stewart weddings} rose boutonniere {avery house} velvet couch {greige design}

{#154} shipwrecked sweethearts

{colors} slate, black pearl, white & brass

{description} There is something romantic about being shipwrecked on a beautiful deserted island. I'm thinking of a secret elopement with no one around except you and your better half {oh and a photographer because you want your wedding day captured on film or maybe not} But if eloping is not your thing, you can easily adapt this theme to share the day with your family and friends. The color palette is understated and the decor is filled with various trinkets you would typically find in treasure chest. Scattered pearls, old bottles, skeleton keys and brassy telescopes are a few ideas. Still not convinced? Just picture the bride with her tousled hair wearing a light silk chiffon dress meeting her beau at the water's end and exchange vows with a backdrop of sailing fleets behind them.  Like I said...so romantic.

{photos} bride {j. crew} black pearl cake {maggie austin cake} skeleton keys {anna kern} white centerpiece {this is glamorous} message in a bottle {style me pretty} miniature telescope necklace {poppenkrall} couple {table 4 weddings} tulips bouquet {jose villa} favor boxes {martha stewart weddings}

{#126} gold & champagne

{season} winter

{colors} gold, black & champagne

{description} i couldn't end the year without one more inspiration board. this new years wedding is a bit more glamorous but still has the simple sophistication that i love. gold is used frequently throughout the wedding in the candle sticks, silverware, bouquet and noisemakers. there is no need for signature drinks, champagne is all you need. 

{photos} one shoulder dress {dress design decor} champagne {apartment therapy} dessert buffet {martha stewart weddings} table scape {she wanders} side table and chair {unknown} gold bouquet {martha stewart weddings}

{#121} amaryllis

did anyone guess amaryllis as the next bloom? if you did {ding ding} your correct!

aren’t amaryllis such an elegant and romantic bloom? i just love the deep crimson color of this specific hybrid. it’s warm and rich and perfect for a rustic winter wedding. keeping the presentation of these blooms simple is key...a simple glass vase will allow the bulbs and dirt to show and will add personality to your table along side these gorgeous stacked old leather back books.  amaryllis also has quite a legend behind them...a young shepherdess wanted the attention of her true love so she pierced her own heart to create the red flower. whoa!  

{colors} crimson, brown leather, taupe and black

{photos} amaryllis {martha stewart} boots {eva lindh} dress {this is glamorous} stacked books and bride {from me to you} 

{#118} a crisp day in autumn

{season} autumn

{colors} copper brown, black, cream

{description} i'm trying to squeeze every last bit of autumn before winter arrives and with thanksgiving fast approaching it will be gone before i know it. 

{photos} autumn table & stacked blankets {country home}  gourd garland {martha stewart} autumn bouquet {brides} gingham shirt {kate powers} groomsmen {jill thomas via amorology} bride with horse {finnrose photography} tree {this is glamorous} ginger crisp cookies {country living}

{#114} all hallow's eve

{colors} candy apple red, purple, black

{description} for this inspiration board i want to step away from the typical orange and black combo that is usually associated with halloween. i chose a richer color palette of candy apple red with hints of  purple and black. even though there is no pumpkin in sight you still get the feel of a darker but sexier halloween wedding especially when you sprinkled in some of the elements of the holiday like the spooky candy apples for you and your guests to munch as a midnight snack.   

{photos} shoes {elizabeth messina} black gown {jose villa} wedding cake {the knot} meringue cupcake {martha stewart weddings} piano player {martha stewart weddings} tablescape {randi brookman harris} red & violet dresses {vanity fair} stationary {martha stewart weddings} candy apples {mattbites}

{#109} heirloom and pink alabaster

{colors} pink alabaster, charcoal, vanilla

{description} this has to be one of my favorite color palettes...subtle pink alabaster married with soft charcoal. the board itself looks like it could be from a wedding a few decades back but mixing modern with heirloom pieces makes this wedding current and romantic. 

{photos} vintage car {jose villa} pocket watch boutonniere {martha stewart weddings via valley & co.} place card holder {elle decor} pink grapefruit granita {this is glamorous} centerpiece and top hat bride {martha stewart weddings} vanilla bean {sweet paul} chocolate cake {fourty-six at grace} stacked books {design design decor}

{#107} tulips and ink

{colors} fuchsia, black ink and white

{description} welcome back september..you were missed. even though summer is not officially over i'm having a hard time creating a summery board but i'm still not quite ready for the autumny ones either. so i guess this is my happy medium. colorful and bold pink details are toned down with black for a sophisticated and a bit of a retro feel. 

{photos} tulips bouquet {hayley anderson} car trunk {captivate me} wedding programs {martha stewart weddings} cupcakes {my little things} wedding dress {brides} pink bicycle {unknown} cocktails {martha stewart weddings} typewritter {this is glamorous} tulip centerpiece {brancoprata} 

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{#104} my fair lady

sorry friends but i'm having a pretty busy morning...so i'm going to leave you with a board i created a few months back for lydia at {ever ours}.  see you tomorrow :)

{photos}  boutonniere {wedding style guide}, anenomes cake {real simple}, couple {erin hearts court}, hair accessory {twig & honey}, cupcakes {milk & honey cafe}, black & white canvas photos {martha stewart weddings}, silhouette & sheet music {jose villa}, bridal bouquet {bang g photography}, my fair lady, bridesmaid bouquet {kiss the groom}

{#100} surf and sand

{season} summer

{colors} ocean tide blue, sand, shell

{description} i cannot believe that this is my 100th inspiration board.  i really hope you've been enjoying them.  there is something relaxing about today's board...maybe the soothing blues and the calming white makes you forget all your worries and just relax. with this carefree wedding you can skip the bridesmaid's bouquets and have a simple bow corsage and hammocks and floor pillows surround the area for guests to lounge. remember shoes are optional.

{photos} glass & ceramics {mary ruffle} bar {kiss the groom} hammock {madame cupcake} bride {kind of matter} blue bow corsage {mary ruffle} bottles {style me pretty} wedding dress {j. crew} bouquet {jose villa} shell seating cards {martha stewart weddings} donut holes {simplesong} blue dresser {johanna vintage}

{#81} roses and lace inspiration board

{destination} seville, spain

{colors} red , black, white

{description} for today's board i was inspired by flamenco dance. it's native to andalusia the southern region in spain. flamenco is the music of the andalusian gypsies and it's both powerful and graceful at the same time. for this wedding red roses are a must! - create roses on the reception chairs and petals to toss after the ceremony.  bridesmaid's bouquets are substituded for lace fans and if you dare...you and your honey can dance your first dance to flamenco. 

{photos} shut up & kiss me sign {tec petaja} chairs {the knot} popcorn {utterly engaged} tango dancer {dust jacket attic} bride holding fan {amorology} cake {sweet libertine} guitar {flickr} chandeliers {the knot} blackberry dessert {brides} rosary bouquet {the knot} lace wedding dress {instyle weddings} rose petal cones {brides}

{#77} tuxedos and taxis inspiration board

{destination} new york city

{colors} taxi cab yellow, black, white

{description} today's wedding board was inspired by the city that doesn't sleep. nothing is more new york than the city taxi with it's iconic yellow and in combination with the classic black tuxedo creates a sophisticated and clean city wedding.

{photos} sparklers {twig & thistle} bouquet {allison cox} bride {leo patrone} tuxedo {j. crew} ny skyline invitation {hello lucky} yellow chair {mulberry photo} taxi place cards, cufflinks table numbers {martha stewart weddings} cake {cake girls},  napkin bow and just married taxi {martha stewart weddings} black bridesmaid dresses {j. crew}

{#75} white wicker and tulips inspiration board

{season} spring

{colors} celadon green, white, black and silver

{description} for today's board i was inspired by {brancoprata} diy tulip centerpiece. the simplicity of white tulips and the creativity of using a silver bundt pan for a vase is not only pretty but easy too. tulips are my idea of the perfect spring flower - they are effortless and sophisticated at the same time. adding wicker to the decor adds textured to create a laid-back garden wedding.

{photos} ring pillows and tulip boutonniere {martha stewart weddings}  bride with pooch {town & country} white mason jar {re-nest} wicker chair {country living} typewriter guestbook, flower girls, tulip basket centerpiece, just married car {martha stewart weddings} green apple martini {brides} cheese platter {style guide} tulip bundt centerpiece {brancoprata}