Apple Orchard Red

Nothing says Indian Summers like a trip to the apple orchard.  It's the perfect bridge between late summer and early fall.  Those crisp reds, and deep rust colors are the perfect backdrop for a romantic outdoor wedding.

{Photos via:  First Row: Bow Tie, Bridal Party; Second Row: Apple Heart, Boutineer; Third Row:  Invitation, Chair, Couple}

Chicago Indian Wedding

I love when I get to share weddings of the people I love.  My cousin, Jasmin, married her Mister this past March, and their wedding, captured by Almond Leaf Studios, is featured on Style Me Pretty's Little Black Book.  Jasmin did an amazing job creating a vintage ambiance to their traditional Indian wedding, and the 3 days of wedding festivities were so much fun.  And today we are sharing her travel themed bridal shower on rnlMusings.  Don't they make such a cute couple?  And to see these two love birds in action, you can checkout their wedding trailer below. 

Jasmin + Chan | chicago wedding film from David Whitlow Photography on Vimeo.

Soiree :: Travel Themed Bridal Shower

Today I am sharing my cousin's "Love is a Journey" travel themed bridal shower.  You can catch her beautiful wedding featured on Style Me Pretty's Little Black Book.  Since her fiancee is from London, and they met in Barcelona, and they've since traveled all over Europe, it made perfect sense to throw them a travel themed shower.  The shower featured vintage elements such as the par avion envelope boarders, vintage suitcases, crates, and  a boarding pass invitation.  Guests 'checked in' at the guest book table, where they took Polaroids with the bride-to-be, and as they left they stopped by the 'baggage claim' where individual wine bottle favors with luggage tags awaited them.  The cuisine was an international spread with wine parings, as indicated by arrows on a chalkboard runner, and beverages were served at the 'in flight beverage service station'.  And for dessert, her sister who is a phenomenal baker made international cupcakes, featuring the flags of the different countries that represented something special in their relationship.  It was such a fun and festive shower for such a wonderful couple. 

Valentine's Day Gift Guide: Budget Friendly

We love these fabulous cheap thrills, under $50 for yourself, your girlfriends, or sisters this Valentine's Day.  Even better, some of these gifts give a little something back.

Philosophy Why Hunger To Believe Shampoo & Shower Gel | Chloe Small Stud Earrings |  Ban.do Mini Hearts | Personalized Pencils | Clarin's FEED 10Kit | Laura Mercier Rose Hope Lip Glace |  Mini Baking Cups | XOXO Print | Stripped Canister

Crimson & Tiffany Blue Christmas

Love the color combination of Tiffany Blue and Crimson for the holidays. 

{Photos via: Wreath, Card, Ornaments, Carmel, Pomegranate Cocktails, Mistletoe Pomander, Tree}

Holly & Ivy

I officially have the holidays on my mind...

Colors | Crimson, Vermilion, Biscuit
Photos via | Wreath, Cranberry Bread, Macaroons, Noel Card

Golden Reindeer Holiday Party

This past weekend was our secret santa/cookie exchange/beer exchange/ugly sweater holiday party extravaganza!  We had guests bring either a dozen cookies or a six pack of their favorite brew, it's a great way to get the non-bakers involved.  The color pallet was red, gold, glitter, and reindeer.  We added holiday cheer with ornaments in apothecary jars, hand made ornaments hung in the window, a "Merry & Bright" sign over the fireplace, and a photo frame wall.  We had a spread of appetizers which included a meats & truffled cheese spread, tortellini skewers with pesto dip, eggplant dip, salsa, and much more.  For the beverages we had a hot coco station, pomegranate-champagne fizz punch, and a DIY drink station.



We laid out cut out reindeers so that guests could label their baked goods

We even had a munchkin tree

Our different drink stations, complete with stir sticks.

The photo wall, for guests to stage a photo opp.

Vintage Holiday Party

I adore this red vintage holiday party, that's both a little bit rustic and a little big glamorous.  Natural elements like berries, raffia, and pine cones are married beautifully with gold and glitter in this lovely holiday party.  Love the paper goods, me too, and you can download them for free here. 

{photos via Hostess Blog}

A Tartan Tale

Tartan with it's red and criss-crossing bands is symbolic of holiday style.  Weather you incorporate tartan in your wardrobe (love this JCrew shirt), your holiday table, or your tree this year, it's sure to add some classic holiday style to your home.  Some red and tartan inspiration for your holidays.

{First Row: Gift, Blair & Chuck; Second Row: Holiday Table, MAC Tartan Pouch, Place Setting; Third Row: Bride, Fireplace, Reindeer}



Crushing on...

...Summer Reds.

{Top Row: Ray Bans, Sorbet, Flamingos; Second Row:  Elephant Art, Girl & Car, Tory Birch Sandals; Third Row: Peaches, Red Dress, Abstract Art}