Emerald Green Engagement Dinner

I just thought a change of scenery was exactly what everyone needed on this wintry/slushy Chicago morning.  I'm loving the details of this vibrant emerald green engagement inspiration dinner on the beach.   First off, how adorable are the bride and groom-to-be!  Add in the gold accents, the string lights, the fabulous bar, and those gorgeous place settings and you've got the elements for a fabulous soiree.  Happy Monday!

{photos via Glamour & Grace}

Green and Black Engagement Party

Today's feature is the engagement party of my brother-in-law and soon to be sister-in-law, captured by the talented Mike Fan.  We decided that,since he is a pharmacists and she is a soon to be optometrist, that we would play off their occupations in fun ways.  Thus the prescription bottle escort cards that doubled as favors filled with Jelly Bellys, and the Snellen eye chart that doubled as table numbers.  So excited for the both of them, and we can't wait to celebrate their wedding!

{photos via Mike Fan}

Run for the Roses: Kentucky Derby Inspiration

This Saturday is both Cinco de Mayo and the Kentucky Derby. I've always wanted to attend the Kentucky Derby, sipping a mint julep, and sporting a large floppy hat.  If you aren't able to make it to Louisville this weekend, then bring the Kentucky Derby to you.  Whether you prefer sipping on a margarita (on the rocks with salt, please) or a mint julep, here's some Kentucky Derby inspiration for your weekend, enjoy!

{Photos Via: Top Row: Mint Julep Cup, Horseshoe Place Cards, Horse Decanter; Second Row: Horse Centerpiece, Invitation, Roses, Coasters, Julep Cups with Bow ties; Third Row: Kentucky Derby Poster, Spectator, Cupcakes, & Mint Julep Centerpiece}

Black & White Cocktail Party

My bestie is throwing a black and white cocktail party in honor of her engagement.   There will be lots of glamour and sparkle, and stylish elegance.  Black and white decor makes everyone feel like they've just walked into a fabulous party, Enjoy!

{Top Row: Invite, Merangues; Second Row: Reception, Chandilere, Breakfast in Box Favors; Third Row: Diamond Bracelet, Ballgown, Cake; Fourth Row: Dessert Table, Car}

Congrats You're Engaged

One of our best friends got engaged 2 weeks ago, and we threw her a mini 'Congrats on the Bling' party.  Here's the inspiration and the details behind our DIY event with the{little}details, enjoy!

Details:
This mini fete came together in all of a day, so we had to be a little resourceful.  The cake stand and wine chiller are from Crate & Barrel, the square glass jars and creamer container (used here as a flower pot) are from World Market.  We used strawberry malt balls to fill the square glass jars, and ring pops were attached to popsicle sticks, to give them height.  Her name was added to champagne flutes in pink glitter, and really popped with the champagne.  We stamped the tablecloth with a black damask stamp and a pink diamond stamp, with black and pink streamers added to the boarders.  And the cupcakes were from Sweet Mandy B's in Lincoln Park.