Hi everyone! I hope you had a great week. I know it was a little quiet around here today, but I’ve had a wild week and it appears a morning post just never happened. That said, I’m looking forward to a great weekend with family and friends, celebrating my cousin’s 30th birthday and soaking up …
Posts from: June 2012
Stationery has long been one of my truest and deepest loves. I’m pretty sure you all know that by now. But what you may not know is that I am straight up coocoo for Cocoa Puffs over great envelope liners. Seriously. This affliction is real and it’s deep. There’s just something about a pop of …
Today’s color palette is completely, unabashedly inspired by ice cream. Because, as many of you know, ice cream is basically my favorite invention. Ever. And really, nothing screams summer like ice cream! I love this play on popular color of the moment, mint. It’s perfect paired with strawberry and limoncello and balanced out by a …
Good morning, friends! Guess what? It’s time to roll out our annual July 4th printables! I don’t know about you, but the 4th definitely ranks right up there among my favorite reasons to celebrate. Today’s printables were designed by the awesome Morgan Young of Miss Wyolene and I just love what she dreamed up. She …
by Jenny Batt There is a war in my heart this summer…hot pink versus deep cerulean blue. This time, flashes of hot pink won. Ever sit at home thinking of making something special for that next party and want something different? Something easy, but fun and adds just a touch of whimsy? Enter lightly tipped …
Remember last year when Pippa Middleton rocked the royal wedding reception in that gorgeous emerald dress? I’ve basically been obsessed with emerald ever since. I love that this color is popping up more and more these days. I think it’d be a jaw-dropping color for bridesmaids, don’t you? Designer Elie Saab has a whole line …
Gosh! Friday has snuck right up on me this week. It’s been a crazy hot one this week and I’m looking forward to a little break in the humidity over the weekend. Bonus – one of my favorite couples is getting married this weekend! It has been such a joy working with them to bring …
I’ve decided this is definitely one of my favorite color combinations for summer. Bright, neon citron paired with bold, saturated turquoise. Yes, it’s straight up 80s. Yes, it’s straight up awesome. And we have to be for real here – you know you want to own that chair! I think it’d be perfect at a …
Let’s talk pretty, shall we? Specifically Jessica and Paul’s absolutely beautiful backyard wedding, captured by Session Nine Photographers. A backyard wedding held at Jessica’s aunt’s stunning home, it was filled with pretty DIY details and a simple elegance that I just love. With a focus on a warm and inviting atmosphere, Jessica and Paul’s wedding …
Now that it’s officially summer, you can pretty much expect it to get a little crazy over here. I’m probably going to be talking about boating, cooking out, and camping effectively nonstop between now and September. Buckle your seat belts! In a little ode to my favorite time of year, I thought I’d share a …
I know you guys love awesome jewelry and accessories as much as I do. Am I the only one who is completely crazy for all of the awesome DIY jewelry tutorials popping up all over these days? I am completely inspired to try my hand at making something beautiful to add to my jewelry box, …
This post was sponsored by 1-800-Registry. Thank you for supporting the sponsors that so generously help keep The Sweetest Occasion rockin’! There’s something about a destination wedding that is so completely romantic, don’t you think? Long, sunny days spent on the beach and all of your loved ones hidden away in paradise to help you …