You guys know how I am inspired by color, from parties to art, clothes to decorating. Here are some of my favorite combinations this month. I love the mix of bright and muted, dark and light. Perfect for this mixed weather month.
Tag Archives: summer
Cooking Themed Baby Shower
One of my dear friends in NYC {who was also one of my brides} is pregnant and I couldn’t be more excited for her. I think I am more disappointed than she is that I am not in town to plan her shower. She’s got tons of style, and she’s started her own bakery, with a focus on healthy treats out of her home, one of the ideas I’d consider for her would be a cooking themed baby shower. This is what I can’t decide– to cook sweet or savory! I think the “Bun in the Oven” could be sweet (haha) and fun, but this gorgeous, healthy vegetable cooking themed would be great for her summer baby– maybe something like “Freshly Picked.”
Take a look at these pictures and let me know what you think!
Guests received mix and match aprons!!
Seasons at War
As summer turns into fall, colors are a daily battle in my wardrobe, with cooler tones invading. One day soon I’m going to put away my summer brights and take out my winter essentials…maybe.
Whiskey & Chambray/Brights with Navy/Brights with Black/Blueberry & Wisteria
Sophisticated Indoor Picnic
Even though we are in September, it’s not quite fall {we have another week!} — so I am going to enjoy the bright colors while I can!
I put together this casual look for a dinner party, as a way to bring the outdoors in. This time of year often brings a few showers, so here’s a way to enjoy the flowers from the comfort of your own home.
The runner is wrapping paper that I picked up from Target, most likely from their $1 section {one of my favorite places to shop}. I used the striped gold paper and cups to play with the pattern and add some sophistication. The tea towel napkin and tea tin votives ensure that the look stays casual and doesn’t get too fussy, while the colored vases make the flowers pop. I painted a few of the petals gold to add some sparkle to the centerpieces.
This look is simple and fun— easy to put together with items you already have around your house. Enjoy your last days of summer!
Summer Drinks
To help cling on to the last moments of summer {as you know I am} I put together some of my favorite cocktails. Some from bars, some from my own kitchen, but all delicious. These drinks got me through the summer…and then some.
Margarita {tequila, fresh lime juice, simple syrup,triple sec, a dash of beer}
Glamourous @ the Mandarin Oriental {Bombay Sapphire Gin, Grand Marnier, Galliano, rose syrup, fresh lemon juice}
Elderflower Spritzer@ Busboys & Poets {St. Germain, vodka, muddled strawberries and lemons, champagne}
Paloma {grapefruit soda, silver tequila, fresh lime juice}
Trend Watch: Nail Tips
I’m not big on nail art {it’s time consuming and looks a bit tacky} even as I love bold colors. But this new trend of fun tips is really making me rethink my stance. It adds a classy bit of color and excitement to plain nails or a bit of design to fully painted ones. Either way, it’s a trend to try!
{Images left to right: 1st row: black tips, gold tips, coral and gold. 2nd row: nautical tips, coral wave, black and gold}
Triangles Triangles Everywhere!
Are you all noticing this triangle trend? It’s everywhere, from structured chevron to free flow shapes to tribal looks. This look is definitely ”in.” {via Oh So Beautiful Paper}
Photos by Avery House, Escort Cards and Place Cards by Pitbulls and Posies via 100 Layer Cake
Photo by Lee Bird Photography, Favor Tag by Ham & Pea Design & Paperie via Style Me Pretty
Photo by Jenny Jimenez, Table Number by Matthew Parker Events via Ruffled (left), Photo by Katie Osgood Photography, Place Cards by Lara Kahn via Style Me Pretty (right)
Photo by KIM+PHIL Photography, Escort Cards by Paper Bloom via Brooklyn Bride
Guest Book via Martha Stewart Weddings
Photo by Zoom Photography, Place Card by Press Engaged
Photo by Paige Newton Photography, Cards by The Creative Parasol
Printable Table Numbers via Martha Stewart Weddings (left), Photo by Susan Jackson, Seating Chart by Cheree Berry Paper via Martha Stewart Weddings (right)
Summer Loving: Peaches
My favorite summer seasonal fruit has got to be peaches. I dream about big, juicy Georgia peaches {although other peaches will do} and try to get in as many as I can during their few weeks of perfect ripeness. Although I love them cold and straight from the fridge, these fun recipes ensure that I will get my peach fix in this year. {via Camille Styles}
Bacon, Peach and Arugula Sandwich {trying this one first!}
Peach, Basil, and Ricotta Flatbread
Grilled Peach Salad with Peach Cumin Salad
Gluten Free White Peach Tartelettes with Rosemary Sugar
I hope you enjoy these as much as I do! xoxo
Octopus Cake Stand
BBQ Rehearsal Dinner
My mom is the expert on summer picnic style rehearsal dinners; I helped her put one together for my brother’s wedding and she hosted a wonderful BBQ party for my own rehearsal dinner. This set up is cute– and the tips on One Lovely Day will elevate any picnic party.
