Tuesday, December 14, 2010

Tuesday Shoesday

It doesn't get any more festive than this kate spade bow flat! These flats were from last year, but they inspired me to think up a little DIY so you can make your own version to wear to a holiday party...
Bow Flat DIY 

materials:
shoe clips (try a craft or fabric store, or find them for 45¢ each from ornabead.com)
gift bow with adhesive strip
hot glue gun
a colorful pair of flats

1. Before beginning, place shoe clip onto shoe and figure out how you would like the bow to be placed.
2. Remove the shoe clip from the flat.
1. Using hot glue gun, add a dot of hot glue to the top of the shoe clip in the desired location.
2. Leaving the backing on the adhesive strip, place the bow on top of glue dot, pressing lightly.
5. Set the clip aside to let the glue dry for at least 30 minutes.
6. Add clips to flats and wear to festive holiday party :)

To make your gift bow extra festive, try using an adhesive spray and add a fine glitter to the bow, shaking off the excess. Let dry. This is a fun way to dress up a gift bow for presents, too!

Monday, December 13, 2010

Sparkly Holiday Inspiration

I can't help but feel all bubbly and excited about the holidays when I look at these bright + sparkly holiday photos... Would you ever consider ditching the traditional red + green and adding in metallics, bright pinks and rainbow colors to your holiday decor? 




Photo Credits: 1 Martha Stewart, 2 + 3 Kate Spade

Thursday, December 9, 2010

Favors: Dough-a-Deer doughnuts

Want to see some adorable and delish favors? Trick question - of course you do! I was delighted as soon as I laid eyes on these adorable little doughnuts from Dough-a-Deer. Owner Nicole just started her custom mini-doughnut business this past year and her mini doughnut favors are quickly becoming a hit. I mean, who doesn't love doughnuts, and these are even more amazing since they are baked, not fried(!) With custom colors and many flavor options to choose from, these would make a sweet addition to a dessert buffet, as a midnight snack with milk for hungry guests, or as a sweet favor for guests to take home. 








Scrumdiddlyumptious aren't they? Of course, weddings aren't the only occasions for cute mini doughnuts - there's birthdays, showers, holiday parties... 

Check out Dough-a-Deer to order some mini doughnuts of your very own :)

Wednesday, December 8, 2010

Real Wedding: Fall in Charleston

Today's sweet fall wedding was shot by Richard Ellis Photography took place in Charleston, South Carolina, and has some true southern charm to it. I love the cameo on the bride's bouquet, the arrangement of pears in a glass vase in the outdoor lounge area at the reception with metal lanterns hanging from trees, the soft yellow and pewter color scheme, the way the couple and their wedding party wandered around the cobblestone streets of Charleston before the reception getting some amazing shots, and the lovely fall harvest feel of the tables at the reception which was held at the historic Wickcliffe House. Did I mention there was dancing outside under the stars at the end of the night? So perfect.


















Thanks so much to Richard Ellis Photography for sharing this wedding! 

Vendors/Credits: 
Rentals: Ooh! Events
Makeup: Pamela Lesch

Tuesday, December 7, 2010

Inspired By: Boardwalk Empire

The season finale of HBO's Boardwalk Empire was this past Sunday night, and I have to admit, I love a period show/film especially if its done well. Boardwalk Empire definitely was, and watching it was a Sunday night ritual with my husband. Even if I was (admittedly) squeamish at first about the violence and gangster theme in the show, I was won over by the storylines, acting, directing, cinematography, sets, and especially the costumes. I couldn't help but notice the effect that Boardwalk Empire has had lately on fashion, its amazing to see after such a short time! I thought I'd share some of my personal faves I've found that speak to the 1920's - 30's Prohibition era that Boardwalk Empire is set in - a time of Champagne, shorter hemlines, and all night dancing. 

 Boardwalk Empire photo from Vanity Fair

(a steal of a vintage style wedding dress!)





Boardwalk Empire photo from Vanity Fair

And now, because it is Tuesday Shoesday afterall, some shoes...
Buttons and Bows heel, $37.99 (also comes in grey)



No flapper girl would be complete without her long pearl necklace.

And no 1920's reception table would be complete without a table lamp!
  These lovelies from the MoMA store transform any regular wine glass into a lovely little 1920's inspired table lamp:
The Boardwalk Empire set drank exclusively from champagne saucers (also called coupes). These pretties from Kate Spade have Mr. and Mrs. imprinted on them, perfect for your 1st married champagne toast. kate spade "Darling Point" champagne saucer pair, $80 

In the latest issue of Southern Weddings Magazine, there was the prettiest 1920's style shoot you ever did see by Jillian Event Design. So many swoon worthy period details here, from the invitations by Thoughtful Day to the signature cocktail and the prohibition style bar venue!




Photos by Anna Wolf Photography via Southern Weddings

Want some more Prohibition Era inspiration? Check out this amazing wedding I featured a while back.

Hope you enjoyed some of my Boardwalk Empire inspired finds! Have a lovely Tuesday - xo Annie

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