For today’s color palette I was really inspired by a color that I personally find somewhat daunting – purple! I think it’s so easy for purple to go wrong so I wanted to show it off in a really romantic, sophisticated way. I think the trick with purple is keeping the colors rich and moody, …
Posts from: August 2011
Earlier this summer I visited California and promised to show off the photo shoot that I teamed up on with the lovely Erika of Delphine, photographer extraordinaire Jennifer Dery and Adrianne of Adrianne Smith Floral Design. We envisioned it as a casual backyard engagement party with a picnic menu, great cocktails and a laid back vibe. …
Hi! It’s Jenny with Hank + Hunt bringing you a little back to school printable party! Henry starts kindergarten on Wednesday so I made this cute little printable collection for his very first day of big kid school. Download the printables to get started – I hope you enjoy it! Cut out the banner with …
I’m loving this super sweet, vintage inspired engagement session shared by the lovely Haley Sheffield. Trissy and Darrell share a love for vintage fashion and design, which Haley incorporated throughout the styling of this session with a crazy cool retro Airstream camper taking center stage. More than anything else, I love the abundance of love …
Hi! It’s Jenny from Hank + Hunt with a yummy grown-up version of an ice cream float, lavender floats. They are easy, and with just a hint of lavender flavor, a perfect late summer treat. All you will need to get started is some vanilla ice cream and Lavender DRY Soda. Fill your glass half way with …
For this week’s color palette I was feeling something soft and romantic. Something with a touch of woodsy elegance, pairing rustic woods with the beauty of classic white roses and big puffs of baby’s breath. I love loads of white and ivory with shades of pink and green for a color palette that’s quietly elegant. …
Oooh la la! It’s Chelsea from Lovely Indeed, cooking up a cute little DIY for you! I’ve been seeing these darling little shortie aprons lately in some of my favorite shops, so I decided to figure out how to make one and share it with you gorgeous people. Let’s make an apron. Now don’t be …
I am so excited this afternoon to have the pleasure of announcing the winner of the SPG Starpoints Travel Experience giveaway from American Express and Starwood Hotels and Resorts. All of your travel ideas and suggestions absolutely blew me away – I wish I could go everywhere! While there can only be one winner, don’t forget …
Good morning and happy Monday, friends! I always love starting the week with something really beautiful and today Melinda and Chris’s wedding does the trick. Always a favorite look for me, the mix and matched gray bridesmaid dresses are gorgeous and I can’t get enough of the flowers, which are classically romantic. With gorgeous photos by …
Don’t forget to enter to win your dream vacation from American Express and Starwood Hotels and Resorts! Entering is easy. Just leave a comment on the original contest post with your inspiration for my upcoming vacation. I’m loving all of your ideas so far! A lot of people have mentioned Sonoma and Napa Valley, which reminded …
Posting has unexpectedly been light this week as I’ve enjoyed some much needed down time in South Florida celebrating my little niece’s first birthday and my big brother’s thirty-second birthday. We’ve had long, lazy dinners, loads of fresh seafood and more cake than should even be legal. It’s been so nice to have this quiet …
As a blogger I am always really thrilled to be able to bring my awesome readers unique inspiration and the inside scoop on fabulous opportunities. That said, today I am so excited to tell you about the most incredible giveaway! American Express and Starwood Hotels and Resorts are giving one lucky The Sweetest Occasion reader …