Have a Sparkly New Year!

I'm getting ready for a big New Years Eve Wedding, but before I head out I wanted to wish you a Happy New Year and give you some sparkly inspiration!  Vicki

First Row:   {a glamorous little side project}, Beth Retro, Marlo Noël / Second Row:  The Alf Memoirs, shoes via Brooklyn Bride, photo via Elizabeth Anne Designs/ Third Row: Sugar Love Weddings, Mario Sales

Worldwide Wednesdays

It's cold outside so I thought I'd make an cozy inspiration board for Worldwide Wednesday designed around a lovly gray Bramble Throw that is hand knitted in Scotland from Niki Jones.

First Row: Niki Jones throw, Photo by Holly Becker at Decor8/ Second Row:  Erin Johnson Photography, Denizgunes via etsy/ Third Row: Belathee Photography, favors from The Green Vase, Erin Johnson Photography,  ties from  Toybreaker,  car image by Millie Holloman Photography

Green Love

First Row: Leo Patrone,  HeartShaped Cactus/ Second Row: Leo Patrone, Grass Duck Baggu Bag/ Third Row: Positive Light Photography, Kragh Rosenberg / Fourth Row:  Velocity Art and Design via Brooklyn Bride, Positive Light Photography

Fun in the Snow with Family, Friend and Fur Balls

I hope you're having a cozy & joyous time with your friends and families. Take the time to slow down and enjoy the holiday weekend with the people and animals that bring you  love and happiness throughout the year.  


Here are some cute images of my puppy Bear in our old Chevy in the snow!  He's my fav, but please don't tell the others :)

Ring in the Holiday Season

Before I sign off for the holiday I wanted to leave you with a ring shot that has a wonderful winter feel.  I have a bunch to do before everyone get here for the holidays, but I'll be back next week with more inspiration.  I wish you all a warm, cozy, and safe holiday!    

Vicki 

 Image: Studio Foto

Worldwide Wednesdays

Since I'm about to be leaving for a trip to Singapore and India, I thought I would use a wonderful store in Singapore as inspiration for a beautifully colorful wedding.  I think this is by far my favorite of the year! 


The store is the Chocolate Research Factory and they have a stunning array of wrappings for their chocolate.  Imagine using these beauties as favors for your guests. Love! 
Vicki

First Row: Chocolate Research Factory, Second Row: Nancy Aidee Photography, Megan Sorel/ Third Row: Maihar Design/ Fourth Row: Sean Walker Photography, Union Photo via Once Wed, Q Weddings/ Fifth Row: Menu by Erin Jang photographed by Indigo Bunting via Oh So Beautiful Paper, Jagger Photography/ Sixth Row: Tiny Bazaar via Decor8, Lena Corwin via Decor8/ Seventh Row: Danielle Thompson, Oakstream Photography/ Eight Row: J Crew, Chocolate Research Factory

Bring in the Green

With so much white snow outside I thought I'd brighten the day with a little green inspiration.  Beautiful eco-friendly options exist for everything from decor, flowers, favors, invites, and so much more. You can now have a stunning wedding and feel good about your impact on the Earth after the big day is over.  Think of locally grown in season  flowers, recycled paper and earth friendly printing methods, and favors that your guests can use for a lifetime like and reduce their own footprints on the Earth like the cute Earth Lust bottles. 
Vicki

First Row: Gia Canali photography of centerpiece by Valley Flora, Capiz shell light at Target/ Second Row:  Stephanie Williams Photography, Night Owl Paper Goods/ Third Row:  Stephanie Williams Photography, Earth Lust

Sunday = Snow, Dogs, and Beautiful Lattes!

Now I just need to get a super cute mailbox like this one. Vicki

Images: Éole on Flickr, Dan Zen on Flickr, Super Shaggy on Flicker, Live Solutions on Flickr

Snowman Love!

The 12-24" of expected snow in DC has me in the mood for a little snowman love! Vicki

Images by Pjensen8424 and Dai via Flickr

Love is in the Snow!

Happy Friday everyone!  We're expecting 12 inches of lovely white show tonight and tomorrow in DC and I'm looking forward to it. With the holidays in full swing there are so many guys and even gals planning proposals to their sweethearts and how sweet would a heart shapes snowball with a ring be?  


I hope you all have a safe, warm, and cozy weekend! Vicki

First Row: Knitty Kittie via etsy, Candles in ice by Mi Mi Design/ Second Row: Photo by Pretty Love on Flickr, ornaments by Kiss a Design on etsy, snow hear on a tree photo by Annie Loreen Photography via Flickr/ Third Row: bride with white coat in the snow photo by K Dog, Cupcake and ring + bride and groom in snow photo from Martha Stewart Weddings. 

Retro Fun

How fun is this picture of an old stationary bike!  With the holidays in full gear and all those great parties and appetizers, I decided to create a board based on this fun retro exercise bike.  Vintage striped straws, old lighted signs, and badminton. How Fun!

Vicki 

First Row: Squirlaraptor on Flickr, DIY save the dates via The Brides Cafe, Vintology on etsy/ Second Row: Jon Williamson on Flickr, Wheelock College Archives via Flickr/ Third Row:  straw photo by Beaux Arts Photography, Junebug Weddings Hotel Valley Ho, chair photo by Heather Kincaid  Photography, Bride photo by Kimberly Jarman, wreath by  Kenneth Wingard/ Fourth Row: Shoe photo by Darby Elizabeth Photography 

Worldwide Wednesdays

A few weeks ago I saw an amazing little gem of a fireplace by swedish designer Fredrik Hylten-Cavallius, and it is stunning!  Since it's chimney free you can easily use something like this for an outdoor wedding to create a very comfy lounge space with oversized couches and chairs.   
Vicki

First Row: Pronovias dress, Up in the Air Some Where shop on etsy/ Second Row: Sarah Perlis ring, heart shaped lights photo by Irene Suchocki / Third Row: Fredrik Hylten-Cavallius design, Love Life Images/ Forth Row: Laura Kay Photography, Niki Jones, Kate Headley Photography

Light filled Weddings

I heart the use of lights for outdoor weddings, from white Christmas lights strung across the dance floor to lanterns lining paths and hanging votives from the trees. Lights can be used in so many unique fashions to create a romantic, festive, or even a playful vibe for your event.  More recently I saw "Twilight" the movie which had an amazing outdoor pergola covered in lights.  How great would that be for your first dance?  

I also love the custom made delight sign that was made from a simple board and christmas lights. You could easily use the instruction on Design Sponge to create a similar boards with your wedding date, your names, and if your thinking about an evening ceremony and are up for the challenge, you could make one that serves as a program. How cute would a program made from lights be? 

Vicki

First Row: One Love Photo,  Gia Canali / Second Row: Design Sponge, Laura Negri/ Third Row: Twilight Movie, Erin Heart’s Court/ Fourth Row: Twilight Movie

Just a Little Texture!

The cutest photo of a baby porcupine by  Sharon Montrose inspired this texture filled board. I always love the use  of different textured materials to create a unique look and feel for an event. 
Vicki



First Row: Sharon Montrose,  Martha Stewart Weddings/ Second Row: Carla Ten Eyck Photography, Oslo Press/ Third Row: Carla Ten Eyck Photogrpahy,  Kate Headley Photography/ Fourth Row: Kate Headley Photography,  Kellan Studios  

Sunny & Red Wedding Board - Inspired by Laura Ivanova

I recently came across a super fun holiday engagement session by Laura Ivanova and it inspired me to create this red and sunny inspiration board.   I'm loving the color combination and those yellow billy balls are so fun by themselves or in mixed floral arrangements. Plus the dog with the tie is just too adorable.  





Billy Ball centerpieces shot by James Carson, Yellow Button Photo shoot by Open Air Photography/ Second Row:  Laura Ivanova Photography, James Carson, yellow shoe photo by Jonathan Canlas/ Third Row:  Perez Photography/ Fourth Row: Amy Atlas, Tec Petaja/ Fifth Row: Leah McCormick, menu via jubilee  events, red dress by Sarahseven via etsy

Warm and Cozy - Open Air Photography

I came across this great image by Katie at Open Air photography and I just love it!  I'm an animal lover above all and the image just makes me smile. I used Katie's image as a starting point for a warm and cozy board and the final result makes me want to curl up with a blanket and my dogs for a nap.  Also who says you can't serve your favorite pancakes at your wedding?  
Vicki

Open Air Photography, Anthropology/ Second Row: Anthropology, Line Klein/ Third Row: Line Klein, KHM/ Fourth Row: Carrie Patterson Photogrpahy/ Fifth Row: Open Air Photography, JL Designs

Worldwide Wednesdays

Worldwide Wednesdays showcases items, artists, or designers from around the globe that inspire me. Since I'm headed off to Singapore and India in a few weeks, when I came across this image of a stunning sari with a multitude of colors, I immediately knew it was perfect to start this series with.  How lovely would a seating area with classic couches and a mix of vibrant sari fabric pillows look?   

Vicki

First Row: Erica Berger Photography, Elizabeth Messina/ Second Row: Paper Pony on flickr, Zoom Photography, Bride with flower Elizabeth Messina, / Third Row: Elizabeth Messina, Elouise Van-Riet Grey /Fourth Row: Leslie Shewring, ring photo by Jose Villa, Elizabeth Messina

MS Details Hearts JL Designs

My jaw dropped when I saw the loveliness of JL Designs holiday collection.  I immediately created a board  around one of Carissa's designs. The gorgeous ornate vessel and the colors of the succulents is so yummy. 
Vicki

First Row: Susanna & Marina Sent necklace via Brooklyn Bride, Carrie Patterson photo via Inspired By This/ Second Row: JL Designs Holiday Collection/ Third Row: Evelyn Eslava Photography, Kiss the Groom

Backyard BBQ Wedding

I have an amazing couple planning a very untraditional wedding in August. The wedding is inspired by fun backyard barbecues of childhood with lots of friends and family to kick back and celebrate the newlyweds. Here are some images that inspire us.  


What your favorite memory from backyard barbecues? 
Vicki

First Row: Flora Bond via etsy, Justin Lee Photography/ Second Row: Justin Lee Photography, Jagger Photography, Jones Soda/ Third Row: Room Service Rentals, Erin Heart’s Court/ Fourth Row: St Judes Creations via etsy, chalk board menu/ Fifth Row: TV dinner tray from Retro Planet /Sixth Row: felt flower by Ingermaaike, Scratch labels/ Seventh Row: Room Service Rentals, Chalk board runner via Modern June / Eight Row: Our Labor of Love, Dani Mac Photography/ Ninth Row: Curly Wirely via etsy, Callahan Catering/ Tenth Row: Black and white Chucks, Photo clothesline by Nicole Hill/ Eleventh Row: Ellie Grover, fire pit

Natural Wedding Inspiration

I love our 2010 brides and I'm so excited by what we're planning for their big days! One bride in particular is planning a simple natural wedding that includes her dad building a birch huppah and lots of river rocks, mason jars, and ribbons. With to goal to inspire our bride, I pulled together a few images from some fabulous wedding vendors.   If you want a natural feel to your event, wood can be used in so many unique ways from place cards, aisle decor, escort cards holders, candle holders and stands, and even furniture.   Some vendors that have amazing wood products include Oslo Press, Tiny Pine Press, and Small Stump. 
Vicki 

First Row: Birch detail by Michelle Rago/ Second R0w: Flowers by Fino Fresh Floral Designs, Picotte Photography of flowers by Holly Flora/ Third Row: Birch tubes by Small Stump/ Fourth Row: Ellie Grover Photography /Fifth Row:  Orchard Cove Photography /Sixth Row: Picotte Photography/ Seventh Row:  The Nichols, Jessamyn Harris /Eight Row: Jessamyn Harris, Picotte Photography of flowers by Holly Flora /Ninth Row: Huppah Jessica Johnston Photography/Tenth Row: Bride and Groom photo Kate Triano Photography

A Ritz Affair

We recently received some professional image from Visual Sketch Photography of Kelly and Scott's October wedding at the Ritz Carlton in Tyson's Corner. The event was a mix of traditional and modern, with a 1964 white Rolls Royce and vibrant orchids and crystals creating a magical feel.  Here are some of our favorite images. I love the shot of Kelly, she looks like she having the time of her life!  
Vicki 

2010 Green Acres Inspiration - Wedding 360 Contest

Happy Turkey Day! 

I recently entered a contest sponsored by Wedding 360 where they are challenging creativity. The submission required a description and inspiration board that designs a wedding for a couple reminiscent of the show Green Acres, with Lisa, a glamorous wife and Oliver, a traditional farmer type. 

So here is the board I created and to read some of the description please visit the Wedding 360 blog. 

Vicki

First Row: Taylor Creative Inc., Jose Villa, Heather Waraksa/ Second Row: Centric Photography, The Time Photography, ART Design/ Third Row: Jose Villa, Carla Ten Eyck/Fourth Row: Jon Jensen Photography, Karen Wise Photography/ Fifth Row:  Leigh Miller photographer, Wendy Maclaurin Richardson Photography, Henry & Masci Photography/ Sixth Row: Raw Photo Design, Oh How Charming/ Seventh Row: Lisa Lefkowitz, Alders Photography, Elizabeth Messina/ Eight Row: Christian Oth Studios, Tine Pine Press, Christian Oth Studios/ Ninth Row: Henry & Masci Photography, Christian Oth Studios/ Tenth Row: Docuvitae Photography, Tallant House cake/ Eleventh Row: MET Chandelier by Lobmeyr, SharonPappas Photography/ Twelfth Row: Myrtle & Marjoram, Stephanie Fay Photography, Jose Villa/ Thirteenth Row: Squire Fox Photography/Milly Design Studio, Jose Villa, Pieces Inc./ Fourteenth Row: Tom Dixon Design, ART Design/ Fifteenth Row: Missy Cochran, High Style Deco