You have to admit that stripes add an uncommon yet chic look to a wedding reception. So when we stumbled upon this fresh post on Paper{Whites} that had lime green and white stripes on the wedding tables, we immediately thought, “What a fresh idea to share!” Just see how stripes are applied in this... [Read More]

Recreating the fashion style and Art Deco aura of the 1920s is already such a dream. But add to that the romance of a period train station setting, and you’ve definitely got bygone era wedding magic! And like any magical moment, the trick lies in creating the illusion of being transported back in... [Read More]

A surprise discovery is always sweet. Especially when it’s as heartwarming and delightful as this styled picnic shoot we stumbled upon at Belle Amour U.K. And we’re not talking ordinary picnic here. Blog owner Debs explains in her intro: “this is inspiration for a casual picnic wedding where guests... [Read More]

Peach has an air of sweet sophistication about it that is just so appealing. No wonder it’s such a well-loved color for nuptials in any season and most any location. For a summer ceremony and reception, though, it casts that irresistibly fresh glow on the entire scene—from your bridal ensemble to... [Read More]

What a thrill to find this delightful at-home bridal shower—also with Asian inspiration! We just love how Natalie of The City Sisters pulled together such a charming set-up in a pretty color scheme of pink, with Asian touches like cherry blossoms, bamboo, fans, and paper lanterns. And for the shower... [Read More]

Just seeing the words ‘backyard’ and ‘brunch’ already gave us a good feeling about this bridal shower we’re about to feature. And when we saw the lovely photos of this intimate, at-home gathering planned and hosted by Stacey of Birds of the Feather for her family’s (now) sister-in-law, we... [Read More]

Your wedding rehearsal dinner should be a relaxed and fun affair for you and your wedding party. So with summer coming up, wouldn’t a baseball theme be a real blast? It would immediately set the casual mood with all the themed decorations, food, and drinks you could bring together for the occasion! So... [Read More]

An Easter-themed bridal shower tea is definitely one of the prettiest and most joyous celebrations to host! But we propose styling it as a vintage tea party, decked out in a gorgeous springtime palette of pink and aqua with touches of green—from the table elements, to the florals, to the decorations,... [Read More]

Welcome guests to the Big Top on your Big Day! At least, that’s what it will seem like with a fun circus theme for your wedding reception. To keep this grand theme doable, we thought we’d offer up options for a more contemporary take on the circus look. Accent touches alluding to the circus icons... [Read More]

If you’ll be hosting a bridal shower around mid-March, lucky you! Luck o’ the Irish, in particular, because you have the fun option to choose a St. Patrick’s Day theme. Not with the usual whimsical or kitschy treatment, mind you. Here, we’ve assembled some key elements to bring elegance and... [Read More]

Many couples dream of tying the knot in the verdant wine country of Tuscany or Napa Valley. In truth, though, that often stays just a dream. So what’s the next best thing? Why, having a romantic wine country-inspired wedding! Bring the lush vineyard look and feel to your wedding reception via chic... [Read More]

Beach weddings have an enchantment all their own! The ambiance that the seaside surroundings bring to your event provides half the decor you will ever need. Particularly when you take a more muted, subtle approach to your wedding decorations—as we’re presenting here—you allow the waves, the... [Read More]

If you want understated elegance with a pop of color for your wedding, then we highly recommend a chic grey and yellow palette! A blend of slate, charcoal, dove grey or even silver tones with sunshiny golden yellow can go anywhere from playful and outdoorsy to hip and trendy. Here, we showcase how this... [Read More]

When you think of a nautical wedding theme, you normally envision snappy stripes, right? But why not give those stripes a trendy ‘bend’ and go for a chevron pattern in your styling elements? We gave this a try ourselves. And we found these great images to showcase how nautical and chevron can come... [Read More]

Whether the bride-to-be has Chinese roots or not, how fabulous would it be to throw her a bridal shower with a unique Chinese New Year theme! Right around early February each year, it’s a chance to celebrate the start of the traditional Lunar Calendar—with all the decorations, customs, symbols,... [Read More]

Marking Valentine’s Day in a special way doesn’t have to be all about red hearts and cupids. Instead, we suggest a charming alternative to the usual Day of Hearts kitsch: a vintage-inspired tea party for the bridesmaids in soft shades of blue with touches of pink! Unusual, you say? Well, that’s... [Read More]

Goodness, where has the year gone?! Either that, or you’re wondering, “Oh no, how do I style our New Year’s Eve party?” May we suggest gold and glitter? The reason is we’re so thrilled with the inspiration we discovered on five fabulous blogs. All of them just happen to... [Read More]

How exciting to host a New Year’s engagement dinner! It’s a chance to capture that merrymaking magic while keeping the occasion elegant, too. The perfect option—a champagne theme! Simply focus on elements that are all about bubbliness, sparkle and cheer. So to help pop the cork and get the ideas... [Read More]

Thanksgiving is such a well-loved holiday. So why not borrow that theme for a bridal shower you’re hosting and make the most of all that warmth and cheer! Delight the bride-to-be as you capture the nostalgia of home-cooked goodness, family and friends gathered together, and that spirit of gratitude... [Read More]

Among the many cool trends at weddings today is the bar. Not necessarily the traditional liquor and cocktails station nor the hugely popular dessert or candy table. But some other really fun variations that we’re going to showcase here! And what a range they are! From sweets to beverages to chilled... [Read More]