{#98} summertime inspiration board

{season} summer

{colors} yellow, pink, blue, purple, orange

{description} nothing says summer to this jersey girl more than going down the shore. to celebrate the official first day of summer i'm imagining sweet treats on the boardwalk with a soft and muted color palette.

{photos} candy {rebecca thuss} photo booth {brides} paper pinwheels {once wed} bridal party {the knot} clothes line escort cards {martha stewart weddings} striped dress {beth helmstetter} table setting {martha stewart weddings} beach umbrellas {frolic} candy buffet {bride scouts} ice cream cones {ffood} carousel, bouquet {jose villa}

{#94} picnic in provence inspiration board

{destination} provence, france

{colors} lavender, sky blue, white, soft pink

{description} destination boards are back!! today's inspiration board takes us to south east region of france. when i think of provence i picture stunning lavender fields, picnic lunches of brie and champagne under a shady tree with views of the mountains and the mediterranean sea.

{photos} bride in lavender field {kate benson} antique silverware {ana stylist} garland {desmitten} cheese buffet {martha stewart weddings} shoes {jose villa} child {sws magazine} bridesmaid bouquet {meg perotti} tablescape {duet weddings} macaroons {tartelette} picnic {this is glamorous}

{#91} vintage denim inspiration board

{colors} teak brown , denim blue, white

{description} for today's board i was inspired by the friday's faves necklace by emersonmade. the color palette was perfect for this vintage country board. i love rustic tables with vintage carafes and milk glass centerpieces.  by replacing tradional napkins with striped white and denim tea towels and attaching the menu with mini cloths pins will give the table a more casual feel.  skip the traditional guestbook and allow your guests to write sweet words on heart-shaped doilies and hang them on a string.  

{photos} couple {brandon patoc} vintage book {country living} twine wrapped silverware {napa style} bouquet {martha stewart weddings} vintage car {jose villa} necklace {emersonmade} bouquet {country living} carafe {frolic via elizabeth anne design} menu and centerpieces {sunday suppers} paper heart doilies {jose villa}

{friday faves}

enjoy some of my "something blue"  favorites.

{veil} via {silvana di franco via here}

{earrings} via {here}

{necklace} via {here}

{bracelet} via {here}

{garter} via {here}

{shoes} via {here}

which one is your favorite??

have a wonderful weekend my pretties....xo

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{#88} mississippi & magnolias inspiration board

{destination} biloxi, mississippi
{colors} aqua, emerald, white, ivory
{description} i love it when i began to create a board and it ends up totally different than i imagined. i wasn't on planning these color palette for this mississippi wedding. the flower choice for this wedding is inspired by the state's flower - magnolias.  a single large magnolia can substitute a traditional bouquet. no fuss burlap table runner with aqua mason jars centerpieces add country charm to southern wedding.
{photos} pick up truck (martha stewart weddings} hand holding {luna photo} boxes treats and table setting{martha stewart weddings} large magnolia {victoria pearson} couple {cosmopolitan bride} postage stamp pendant {verdestudio} biscotti {elizabeth anne design} drink flags {martha stewart weddings} couple {anna kuperberg} magnolia hair accessory {from me to you}

{#86} fiery fiesta inspiration board

{destination} mexico

{colors} chili red, blue, orange, brown

{description} i'm loving this rustic fiesta wedding for today's destination board. i absolutely love the use of the bold colors and the unexpected use of fiery chilli peppers in this wedding. it just makes you want to party.

{photos} mariachi and shoes {brides} churros {green wedding shoes} chili peppers boutonniere {martha stewart weddings} kissing couple with donkey {stephanie williams} couples holding hands {jose villa} mexican table {martha stewart weddings} chilli peppers {from me to you} antique keys {leigh miller} papel picado {victor c. sizemore} agua frescas {matt bites}

{#85} blankets and balloons inspiration board

{season}spring, summer, early fall

{colors} sky blue, pale pink, creame, tan

{description} ever since i was a child i always wanted to ride in a hot air balloon. they seem pretty magical the way the dance in the sky. they also make a great motif for your wedding. create the hot air balloon centerpieces seen in {jessica claire's} photo, add them to your stationary and favors.  keeping the palette light as air with pale pinks and sky blues creates a serene and whimsical wedding.

{photos} thread {unknown} shoes {kiss the groom} ring pillows {martha stewart weddings} floral crown and hot air balloon favor bags {jose villa} vintage books and baby breath bouquet {100 layer cake} hot air balloon centerpieces {jessica claire} ice cream cones, blankets, bouquet {martha stewart weddings} floral pin {emersonmade} flower placecard {martha stewart weddings}

{#84} kentucky derby inspiration board

{destination} louisville, kentucky
{colors} petal pink, mint green, yellow, seersucker blue, brown
{description} it’s obvious that today’s destination board takes us to kentucky where we’re off to the races. the {kentucky derby} is set to start this saturday and i wanted to create a modern and fresh derby inspired wedding. rummage antique shops and flea markets for vintage trophies that can be used for centerpieces and place price ribbons on each place setting to add color and whimsy and don’t forget to serve your guest’s delicious derby pie and mint juleps.
{photos} horses {country living} horseshoe invitations {coco + kelley} vintage horse cufflinks {country living} wedding dress {martha stewart weddings}  trophy arrangement & drink station {hello lucky} seersucker ring bearer {sws mag} ribbons {ruby press} couple {martha stewart weddings} ceramic horse {country living} mini trophy centerpiece {victoria magazine} flower place card {martha stewart weddings.com}

{#74} madeira islands inspiration board

{destination} madeira islands

{colors} ocean blue, pearl, sea green, wicker

{description} the madeira islands is where the lush green mountains meets the sea. these small fishing islands were discovered by portuguese sailors and is best known for it's beautiful flowers, wine and fireworks.

{photos} boat {brides} treats {martha stewart weddings} mother of pearl silverware; plates {brides} handkerchief ring pillow {the knot} woven wine bottles {pottery barn} cheese platter {martha stewart weddings} woman with horse {coldwater creek} blue hydrangea and shell bouquet {nj bride} typical homes {flickr} pearl earrings {martha stewart weddings} gown {brides} compass placecards

{#72} farm fresh inspiration board

{season} spring , summer

{colors} country blue, brown, white, ivory

{description} this low country wedding is fresh and casual. a simple wedding dress is a must and why not have some chickens running around.

{photos} speckled egg place setting {pottery barn} mini centerpieces {gemma comas} barn {southern weddings} bouquet {country living} button boutonnier {martha stewart weddings} couple {nordstrom} plaid table runner {martha stewart weddings} child {whitten gray} pie {country living} vintage pots, chicken coop {dandelion & grey via aruna b. photography} shoes {jose villa} cakes {martha stewart weddings} flower pin {emrsonmade}

{#70} sail away inspiration board

{season} spring, summer

{colors} ocean blue, canvas, cloud

{description} there is something elegant about sailboats and for today's inspiration board i wanted a classic look with a bits of whimsy - mini glittered sailboats anyone?

{photos} white centerpiece {martha stewart weddings} sailboat napkins {snippet and ink} champagne {donn hay} bride on sailboat {mulberry photography} dusty miller bouquet {real simple} white bouquet {utterly engaged} white desserts {amy atlas} tissue paper flower {matthew mead} white wedding cake {the knot} ring {elephantine} white shoes {jose villa} glitter sailboats {martha stewart} cheese platters and pearl earrings {martha stewart weddings} plaid tie {the knot} dress {j. mendel}

{#65} santorini inspiration board

{destination} santorini

{colors} greek blue, white, soft yellow and green

{description} for today's inspiration board i wanted to take one of my favorite places in the world.... santorini. this small volcanic island is the perfect setting for a beach wedding. my favorite detail is the olive branch bouquet for a very sweet and casual affair.

{photos} olive brance place settings {the dirty shirt} dragees {country living} outdoor lounge {brides} blue terra cotta pots {martha stewart} cake {brides uk} barefoot couple {project wedding} white liquor {martha stewart weddings} santorini, lemon centerpiece {martha stewart weddings} white eyelet dress {lily pultizer} doily bowl {country living} 

{#63} soft blush and navy inspiration board

{colors} soft blush pink, navy, white lace, gray

{description} i love love love this color combination.  nothing beats dark navy blue and soft delicate pink for a romantic and intimate wedding. 

{photos} dresses {chris nicholls} checkered floor {the city sage} feather boutonniere {rebecca thuss} wedding dress {brides} grape pedestal and peony arrangements {brides} tied utensils {sadie olive} centerpiece {martha stewart weddings} ostrich feather birdcage veil {brides} dusty miller place card {country living} pink shoes

{#61} welcome to wonderland inspiration board

 

{colors} pink, lavender, white, blue & green

{description} happy monday friends...hope everyone had a great weekend. for today's board i was inspired by a little movie thats coming out this friday {alice in wonderland} personally i prefer the classic version {maybe it's due to the fact that tim burton films spook me a little}.  welcome to wonderland is a whimsical and pretty tea party set in a garden setting.  my favorite things from this wedding board are the oversized chair and the keys escort cards. which version do you prefer classic alice or '10 version?

{photos} vintage clocks {etsy love} couple photo {martha stewart weddings} pink dress {so happi together} crown wedding cake toppers {instyle weddings} bowtie {leigh miller} large bow hairband {ban.do} croquet playing groom {erin swift} pennants {martha stewart weddings} tea cups and saucers {this is glamorous} bouquet {martha stewart weddings} whimsical table {country living} skeleton keys escort cards{oh so beautiful paper} bunny speckled egg {martha stewart}

{#55} light as a feather inspiration board

{season} winter, spring

{colors} charcoal gray, cloud white and blue

{description} for today's inspiration board i wanted to create a wedding that was minimal and yet elegant. the bird couple cake topper and the nest boutonniere add hints of whimsy to this event and makes everything light as a feather.

{photos} mini angel food cakes {martha stewart weddings} nest boutonniere {fritts rosenow} short dress {sarah seven} white centerpieces {martha stewart weddings} place setting with branch {gemma comas} bird nest {martha stewart} bride photo {eva lindh} birdcage pop-up placemat {publique} bird cake topper {martha stewart weddings} flowy wedding dresses {brides} buffet photo {country living}

{#51} bird and twig inspiration board

{season} winter, spring

{colors} robin's egg blue, silver, white

{description} sorry for the late post friends... i found a board i had created last month but totally forgot about it ...silly me...i love this board because it can be easily used for a winter or spring wedding or somewhere in between. i saw these lovely handmade invitations from brancoprata that i believe would look amazing with this wedding.... happy friday!

{photos} marble wedding cake and bird/log favors {martha stewart weddings} bride with groomsmen {leo patrone} ring {elephantine} ruffle wrap {anna wolf} reception table {veranda} birch log centerpiece {jose villa} pencils {twig & thistle} plaid tie and boutonniere {the knot} branch place setting {gemma comas} dusty miller bouquet {real simple} silver flats {chelsea elizabeth} hearts {jose villa} salt & pepper shakers {calla evans}

{#42} san francisco inspiration board

{destination} san francisco, california

{colors} rust orange, blue, white

{description} today's inspiration boards takes us to picturesque san francisco. i used the golden gate bridge photo for color inspiration - the rusty orange and the bay blue for this informal wedding. 

{photos} orange bouquet {wellwed} cake slice {rebecca thuss} mini cable car {leo patrone} couple {allison cox} velvet lined jewelry boxes {martha stewart weddings} wedding cake {little white book} trunks {martha stewart weddings} orange dahlias centerpieces {jose villa} cube centerpieces {instyle weddings} city map wrapped favors {jay d gardina} wedding dress {martha stewart weddings} golden gate bridge, wedding dress {puridee} pencil skirt bridesmaids {erin kate} orange calla lilly bouquet {the knot}

{#40} vintage airplane inspiration board

{season} spring, summer, fall, winter

{colors} sky blue, brown, vintage cream

{description} for today’s inspiration board i wanted to continue the travel theme. instead of a specific location i choose vintage airplanes. the board is quite simple and has a sense of nostalgia like i’m looking through old photographs. the use of vintage airplanes in the stationary, escort cards and décor add a touch of whimsy and there is something about those antique fans that remind me of airplane propellers.

{photos} vintage stacked luggage, couple {heather waraksa} bird cage veil {jean tsai} trio centerpieces {punam bean} calligraphy {bluebird studio} antique fans {country living} daisy bouquet {rebecca thuss} vintage biplane place cards {the knot} wedding dress {martha stewart weddings} brown suit {paper cup design} bride and airplane {the bride's cafe} vintage camera {tartelette} short wedding dress {elizabeth dye} chocolate truffles {elizabeth messina} pearl necklace {utterly engaged} donuts {martha stewart weddings}

{#39} centre de paris inspiration board

{destination} paris, france

{colors} red, navy blue, white and black

{description} as i mentioned in last weeks post here is the first destination wedding inspiration boards. our first stop is in the beautiful and romantic city of paris, france. who isn't in love with paris? the iconic landmarks like the eiffel tower and the lourve and let's not forget the delicious pastries. c'est magnifique.

{photos} metro sign {sunday suppers} croquembouche {leigh miller} french stationary {martha stewart weddings} bistro tables {wiley valentine} navy blue bridesmaid dresses {the knot} red bouquet {instyle weddings} france souvenir {martha stewart} romona keveza dress {brides} blue heels {unknown} bride on hotel cart {martha stewart weddings} wedding dress with black sach {j. crew} just married bike {unknown} couple/eiffel tower {rodney smith}

{#38} sunny and snow inspiration board

{season} winter
{colors} aqua blue, sunny yellow and snow
{description}  for today's inspiration board i wanted to combine snow and sunshine. considering it's winter here in the east coast i look forward for those sunny winter days to brighten up my day. so i added bright sunny yellow to this winter blue and white wedding and added playful hints of dots and circles- as in the yellow billy buttons, confetti, silver bells and the dots on the wedding gown.
{photos} bridesmaid dress {rebecca thuss} cabin {country living} bouquet {the knot} billy buttons and carnation centerpiese {wedding style guide} michelle roth couture dot dress and coconut ice-cream balls {brides}, silver bell {martha stewart weddings} billy buttons hair decor {anna wolf} orchid bouquet {martha stewart weddings} cupcakes on stand {the knot} monogram ties {martha stewart weddings} sorbet tower {donna hay} bride and confetti {this is glamorous} polka dot cake {head of the table} lace luminarias {martha stewart weddings} tea cup {country living}