{#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}

{#149} southern seersucker

{colors} pale yellow, blue seersucker, white 

{description} Sorry for the missing Friday Faves post but I couldn't end the week without a little Derby inspiration. Anyone going?  I've never been but I love all the fanfare and those hats are pretty amazing.  I substituted the traditional red roses for a lighter floral bouquet to blend with the lighter palette of pale yellow and blue seersucker.  Have a wonderful weekend friends!! 

{photos} prize ribbon {parrot design studio via style me pretty} couple  {Di Benzi Photography} programs {martha stewart weddings} bridal hat {martha stewart weddings} bowties {martha stewart} bouquet with horse charm {elizabeth millay photography} outdoor tent {martha stewart weddings} old door  {carter and cook events}

{#147} mexican margarita

{colors} aqua, cactus, agave 

{description}You probably figured out what my inspiration for this board was just by the title alone.  Can anything be better than a margarita especially with a nice salted rim? I love how the color palette is light and soothing. I say let's celebrate 5 de Mayo on the beach. Olé!! 

{photos} blue dress {candace benjamin photography} succulent place cards {project wedding} table on the beach {geneoh pease via grey likes weddings} horse on the beach {bhldn} fringe escort cards {martha stewart weddings} barefoot bride, pinata favors {ruffled} mexican wedding cookies {our labor of love} chartreuse door {hello house} agave margarita {gourmet}

{#145} lovely lavender

{colors} lavender, linen, white

{description} I wanted to create a something that both soon to be sister-in-laws will adore.  I’m a big fan of intimate outdoor weddings and I pictured salvaged windows as a seating chart leaning against an old tree to direct the guests to canopied tables tucked away in the garden. Sprigs of lavender make their appearance in many ways – to the simple boutonnière, refreshing signature drink and in the landscape. I also love the use of delicate lace, lavender gingham and vintage French linens in this board. {first seen on Love & Lavender}

{photos} lavender lemonade {sunday suppers} lavender boutonnière {photobolic} via {the loveliest day} plate setting via {style at home} jam favors via {once wed} canopied table via {this is glamorous} vintage lace via {au bonheur du jour} lavender field via {janne peters} window seating chart via {style me pretty} cake via {kiss the groom} vintage camera via {madame cupcake} car via {jose villa}  bow skirt  {a secret diary of a domastic princess}

{#143} kiwi & aqua

{colors} chartreuse, aqua, white

{description} I love when a board comes together so quickly like this one did. I first spotted those adorable quilted cakes in the latest issue of Martha and knew I had to create a board with those colors. I love how flirty that layered ruffled dress is and wouldn't your groom look handsome wearing one of those colorful bowties.

{photos} dress {ivy & aster} quilted cakes {martha stewart weddings} medallions {martha stewart weddings} kiwi smartini {rachel ray magazine} silhouette frames {martha stewart} bowties {forage} bouquet {chelsea fuss via elizabeth ann design}

{#141} golden raspberry

{colors} pink copper, golden raspberry, white chocolate

{description} I had this board sitting on the back-burner for some time now because it took me quite a long time to find the last photo that would complete it...that amazing outdoor lounge!  I love raspberries but I'm intrigued with it's cousin the golden raspberry. It's golden-orange color paired with blush pink make for a sophisticated palette.  It's romantic, luminous and perfect for any upcoming spring/summer wedding. 

{photos} bouquet {poppies & posies} bow veil/couple {trent bailey} cotton candy {brides} metallic thread {sunday supper} lounge {martha stewart weddings} golden raspberry wedding cake {martha stewart weddings} ruffle sleeve/clutch {bride's cafe} champagne {martha stewart weddings} heels {erin hearts court} pink & copper table centerpiece {martha stewart weddings}

{#138} coral and carnaval

{destination} rio de janeiro, brazil

{colors} coral, lime caipirinha, brown, white

{description} every couple wants their guests to have a blast at their wedding and for today's inspiration board we are traveling down to rio de janeiro for some carnival {carnaval if you speak portuguese} inspiration. refreshing and delicious caipirinhas, colorful masks and your own wedding parade complete with confetti are just a few details for a fun filled carnaval inspired wedding. 

{photos} mask {marisa holmes photography} coconuts {martha stewart} confetti {mae mae paperie} walking on the beach {martha stewart weddings} centerpieces {chelsea fuss} tropical wedding cake {martha stewart weddings} wedding parade {jagger photography} beads {junebug weddings} caipirinha limeade {martha stewart weddings}

{#136} wedding atelier

{colors} icy blue, warm chocolate brown, sepia and vintage white

{description} we've all hear of brides using their wedding dress as inspiration for the wedding décor and even cake but have you ever consider the actual studio where those gorgeous gowns are created as inspiration?  i’m dreaming of various textiles both rich and sheer, vintage buttons, wooden spools filled with ribbon and sewing paper pattern. 

{photos} wedding dress {martha stewart weddings} chocolate truffles {kiss the groom} button napkin rings {country living} sewing paper, bouquet {jose villa via 100 layer blog} button jars {country living} wooden spool {mary ruffle} button boutonniere {martha stewart weddings}  bow tie {ouma clothing via grey likes weddings} 

{#135} happy v-day

{colors} fuchsia, pink, white 

{description} i hope this day {and everyday} is filled with lots of love and happiness. happy valentine's day friends.

{photos} dress {this is glamorous} programs {martha stewart weddings} centerpieces {style guide} cake {pinterest} blackberry mint margarita {food & wine} brownie hearts/arrow toppers {hank & hunt via the sweetest occasion} garland {mara may}

{#133} love in the garden

{colors} cherry red, ivory, warm brown 

{description} i’m beginning to steer away from winter inspiration boards because quite frankly i’m done with this gloomy weather and i’m wishing for those perfect sunny days where you can just sit back and soak up the warm weather. most garden weddings usually soft and pink but i wanted a deeper, richer color for this board. when i first encountered that image of the red skirt i was immediately drawn to it. what a great alternative look for bridesmaids? they can definitely be worn again and again after the wedding day and brides why not forget the veil altogether and sport a gorgeous sun hat instead.

{photos} gingham ring pillow {the knot} vintage car {leo patrone} place card stand {martha stewart wedding} bow skirt {traditional girl} bride wearing sun hat {jose villa via once wed} flower arrangement {flowerwild via luna & chloe weddings} cherry wedding cake {jose villa} garden rose {automatism}

{shoot} vintage valentine tea party

i thought today would be a great day to kick off some valentine’s day inspiration with you. the super sweet and amazingly talented jenny of {jenny haas photography} sent me this mock tea party she did a few weeks ago with her sister katie.  the ladies took advantage of katie’s new shabby chic dining room and with jenny's ever growing collection of tea cups created this gorgeous party set up perfect for valentine’s day or bridal shower.  pretty cute right?i love cupcakes nestled in pretty tea cups and those vintage postcards are the perfect escort cards... books in birdcage and paper doily garland make me happy....these ladies are pretty crafty,  jenny baked the cake and katie made the pillows for the chairs and both worked on the fabric hearts cake topper...

i want to send out a virtual hug to jenny for sharing this shoot. 

to see more of jenny's work visit her blog {here}

{#132} sweet maple

{destination} vermont

{colors} maple, burnt orange, white

{description} this time of year always makes me want to drive up to vermont and visit their famous sugarhouses and watch the process of syrup making {ha! more like sampling}. it had me thinking that it could make for a great inspiration board for those winter brides looking for something different and maybe a little sweeter too ;) the rich and golden palette of warm maple and orange is balanced out with crisp white. can't you just picture some dreamy shots of the couple with a foggy backdrop thanks to the steam coming from the sugerhouses? i can...but i must admit that i love the look of thick stockings for the girls and doesn't the galvanized cake plate reminds you of the sap buckets too?

{photos} rustic table {the knot} branch escort card holder {martha stewart weddings} maple snow candy {the kitchn} shoes {josh mccullock via ruffled} boutonniere {kiss the groom} cake on galvanized cake stand {sweetapolita} bow belt {darling tonia} vintage mail box/postcards {brides} sap buckets {in bloom event design}  bouquet {rachel thurston}

{#131} paper cranes + china blue

{colors} china blue, lavender, white

{description} a few months ago my dear friend lydia asked if i would create an inspiration board for her friend shana who is getting married next fall.  lydia basically told me that the bride has been collecting antique china and especially loves blue and white china.   the bride is also a fan of purple and lydia suggested a softer shade of lavender would be better with the blue and white china pieces.  the couple wants to include asian elements in their wedding with charming paper cranes and cherry blossoms.  i cannot wait to see the final result of shana's wedding.

{photos} cherry blossom trees {pinterest} lavender toss {martha stewart weddings} white chocolate desserts {martha stewart weddings} paper cranes {muscrats vintage} paper crane backdrop & couple {green wedding shoes} hydrangea boutonnieres {martha stewart weddings} door {carter and cook events} plate setting {the knot} hydrangea bouquet {martha stewart weddings}

{#130} sun kissed + saint tropez

{destination} saint tropez, france

{colors} sunset, bronze, ocean blue 

{description} we are heading south from the last destination board to the gorgeous coastal town of saint tropez. located in the french riviera its home to glamorous jetsetters and movie stars. the palette i chose for this board is a golden bronze that reminds me of sun kissed skin and crisp ocean blue of the mediterranean. 

{photos} cocktails and bouquet {martha stewart weddings} saint tropez, groom {jose villa} fishing boat {cherry blossom girl} photos in glass bottles {apartment therapy} scalloped tulle skirt {burda style} leather sandals {garance dore}

{#124} navy + reindeer

{season} winter

{colors} navy, white, mercury glass

{description} for today’s wedding board I’m dreaming of a winter white wedding with accents of rich navy blue and mercury glass.  this color palette allows for a simple yet sophisticated wedding. if you want to add a bit of whimsy, included some white reindeers to your décor as well.  how much do you love those giant crystal chandeliers over the table? gorgeous!! 

{photos} reindeer wreath {home shopping spy} rings {mary ruffle} winter white table {apartment therapy} couple {martha stewart weddings} votives {cox & cox} muscari bouquet {karl juengel} mercury glass vases {eva lindh}

{#123} winter berries

yesterday i had the pleasure to guest post on {it's party time}. just in case you missed it, here is the final installment of the winter bloom series.

{colors} berry red, white snow, green

{description} who doesn't LOVE the vibrant color of winter berries...they are so festive. this board has me dreaming of an intimate wedding with gorgeous view of  snow capped mountains. if you want to recreate that charming bouquet, simply tie a pretty ribbon around the "stem" and for a simple tablescape, run the berries down the middle of the table with white votive candles and silver jingle bells tucked within.

{photos} berry bouquet {project wedding} red velevet cake slices {martha stewart weddings} red barn jingle bells {real simple} shoes  {elizabeth messina}

{#122} pretty paperwhites

happy thursday friends! I’m ecstatic with everyone’s positive response to the series. it seriously means so much to me when you comment on my blog. thank you!

so, i covered poinsettia and amaryllis, so the only logical choice would have to be paperwhites.  can anything be prettier than paperwhites?  nope…don’t think so. these simple and fragrant blooms are my favorite element for a winter wedding along with serving delicious hot cocoa {with uber adorable snowflake marshmallows} to your guest toward the end of the night...aren't they the perfect little midnight treat?  my only big suggestion for incorporating paperwhite in your wedding is to probably avoid using them as centerpieces because the scent might be a little strong for your guests, but do consider using them for your bouquet or placing them on the guestbook or escort card table instead.  

{colors} white & ice blue

{photos} paperwhites centerpieces {project wedding} tied utensils {dress design decor} marshmallows snowflake {martha stewart weddings} gloves {david prince photography} cabin {country living} ribbon {cafe cartolina} bride {this is glamorous}

{#120} pink poinsettia

back in october i put out a little survey and a whopping 58.4% {to be exact} wanted to see more inspiration boards on P&P. so your wish is my command …i created a winter bloom series that i will be sharing with you for the next few days. i hope you enjoy these mini inspirations.

for the first winter series board i choose the ever popular poinsettia flower but with a twist- it’s pink instead of the typical red or white.  can you picture a pretty pink winter wedding or {bridal shower} with delicious macarons and sparkly dancing shoes?

{colors} pale pink, white lace, gold glitter

{photos} pink poinsettia {mattew mead style} dress {studded heart } macarons {katie quinn davies}  shoes {sarah postma photography via brenda's wedding blog}, drink stirrers {shana faust}

 which winter bloom do you think will be next?

{#119} winter sage

{season} winter

{colors} sage green, silver, white

{description} good morning friends...i wanted to start the winter collection boards with a light and airy one with a unexpected wintry palette of sage and silver. i love the use of ornaments in weddings for this time of year, they are a great way to use color throughout the decor.  can't you just picture an intimate city hall wedding with this board?

{photos} meringue tree {dress design decor} bundt cake, bible posey {sherry hammonds} staircase, ornaments in cloche {better homes & gardens} table centerpiece {brides} wedding dress {union photography} lilies bouquet {martha stewart weddings} hanging ormaments {dress design decor}

{#115} roasted chestnuts

{season} autumn / winter

{colors} chestnut brown, charcoal, off white

{description} chestnuts are a staple in my house when the weather begins to cool and it makes for the perfect  theme for a late autumn/winter wedding. the palette picks up the warm tones from the chestnuts and mixes it in with cool charcoal for this rustic wedding. before your guests prepare to leave hand them newspaper cones with hot roasted chestnuts inside for a toasty favor. 

{photos} trunk seating {martha stewart weddings} centerpiece {sunday suppers} pinecone place cards {martha stewart weddings} boutonniere {fritts rosenow} bouquet {ritzy bee} roasted chestnuts {detours} bride {braedon photography} chestnut flan {cannelle et vanille} bridesmaid {vintage rose brocade} wedding cake {martha stewart weddings}