inspiration for a blush and pewter winter wedding.

By now, we've had some time to adjust to Pantone's unprecedented decision to name two colors of the year for 2016, and I'm currently obsessed with rose quartz. Just in time for Valentine's Day, I'm envisioning soft blush pink wedding details paired with lace and pewter for a perfectly romantic winter wedding.

Jodi Miller Photography via Grey Likes Weddings

Classic letterpress stationery will never go out of style. I love the idea of a bride using a family heirloom cameo or lace from her mother's wedding dress as her "something old."

BHLDN | Elizabeth Fogarty Photography via Style Me Pretty

For "something new," BHLDN's collection of vintage-inspired chandelier 

earrings is full of stunning pieces to complete a bride's look.

 

Elizabeth Fogarty Photography via Style Me Pretty | Gemma Clarke via Style Me Pretty

Lovely floral robes would make the perfect bridesmaids' gift, and if your girls are 

up for it, a centerpiece making party can help ease the pre-wedding jitters.

 

Gemma Clarke via Style Me Pretty | Jodi Miller Photography via Grey Likes Weddings

Abby Grace Photography via Southern Weddings

Buffy Dekmar Fine Art Weddings via Snippet and Ink

Jenny Wohrle via Every Last Detail

Abby Grace Photography via Southern Weddings

The silvery leaves of dusty miller add a perfect wintery touch to a 

blush and ivory garden rose bouquet.

Elizabeth Fogarty via Style Me Pretty | Kayla Barker Photography via Wedding Sparrow

Which of these Pantone-inspired details is your favorite? 

Let me know in the comments!

this week's clicks: i hear your voice calling me...

get your week off to a colorful start...
LISTEN.

• I was charmed when I heard The Hunts' folky song "Make This Leap" on Spotify. They're a band of brothers and sisters from Chesapeake, VA and their story is very sweet.

SWOON.

Stacy Able via Snippet and Ink

• At Snippet and Ink, a fun, fresh, and modern fête.
• Love everything about Lindy's wedding from APW.
• At Emmaline Bride, ring dishes perfect for gifting.
• Gorgeous winter wedding inspiration from SMP.

SMILE.

• January desktops from Design is Yay, Smashing, Sugar Paper.
• A printable Day Designer page to get your 2016 organized.
• There's a Fanuary bracket over at Entertainment Weekly...
• Disney princesses as Storm Troopers. Pocahontas FTW.

FLASHBACK.

• Last year, I completed Jamie's end of year book survey and rounded up my faves.
• Two years ago I stared the new year with challenges and gratitude, reflected on what worked in 2013, wrote about my organization goals, recapped my winter in entertainment, rounded up some favorite Instagrammers, ideas for a radiant orchid winter wedding, and my faves.
• Three years ago I featured white and cozy neutral winter wedding inspiration, and reflected on my expectations for the new year and my goal to show compassion.

13 Going on 30

Guess what, y'all?

Why yes, I am having a milestone birthday today. 30 seems to freak a lot of women out and if the media is worth believing I should probably be stocking up on wrinkle creams and Metamucil right now. I'm not having any kind of midlife crisis - my life is, absolutely, better than it's ever been. In addition to being the year of my birth, 1985 was the year of "We Are The World," Care Bears, Super Mario Bros., Carmen Sandiego, New Coke, Back to the Future and The Breakfast Club. All I wanted for my birthday this year was an 80's themed party with my tribe, and that is exactly what I'm getting from my own personal John Hughes and Molly Ringwald, Mr. Q and Breeze. I can't wait for tonight - I decided to go full geek on my friends and make gift bags full of 80's nostalgia. I'm calling it 13 Going on 30, because a.) I love Jennifer Garner and b.) That's a pretty good summary of my life considering I spend my days roaming the hallways of a junior high school.

1. Jelly bracelets - Pretty much the first thing I think of when I think of the 80's - I used to love the ones with the water and glitter in them, but they always broke and made a mess. The rubber ones are super cheap in the kid's jewelry section at Wal-Mart.

2. Crown and Ivy top - The Crown and Ivy line at Belk is full of adorable pieces that will appeal to Lilly Pulitzer fans and actually includes petites! I fell in love with this neon tee with a crochet overlay in the front.

3. Pixy Stix - The Breakfast Club is my favorite 80's movie, so this is my little tribute to Allison's weird, weird sandwich.

4. Rubik's Cube - Oriental Trading seems to have run out of the mini puzzle cubes that I am using as party favors, but they are available from a few other sources.

5. H&M striped skirt - Nothing complements neon like graphic black and white!

6. Party City Buttons - It was the "I Wear My ⌐■-■ at Night" button that got me.

7. Razzles - "First it's a candy, then it's a gum. Little round Razzles are so much fun!" I don't think I ever actually ate these as a kid, but they remind me of 13 Going on 30 so they are a must!

8. 80's music - My little side project this week has been building the most amazing 80's station ever on Pandora. For me, that means movie soundtracks and lots of Hall and Oates. It is literally impossible for me to hear "You Make My Dreams" and not smile.

clicks of note: standing by your side...

get your week off to a colorful start...

LISTEN.

• Odessa's song "I Will Be There" is probably familiar to you either from the Subaru commercial it's featured in or from The Fault in Our Stars' soundtrack.  I am loving the light, ethereal song - this is the kind of song I just want to wrap around me.  I'm linking up with Musical Mondays at My So-Called Chaos - and you should, too!

SWOON.

Sarah Love Photography via Bridal Musings

• Bridal Musings features an amazing Amalfi Coast styled shoot.
• How cute is this preppy St. Louis Zoo engagement session?
• At South Bound Bride, bridal portraits with a rock and roll twist.
• Loving this colorful Charleston soirée from Southern Weddings.

SMILE.

• Loving Antiquaria Design Studio's new retro stationery and cards.
• Kate Spade presents the most amazing treat bags in the world.
• Pantone's colors for Spring/Summer 2015 are just so pretty.
• It's NYFW!  Loving Desigual, Carmen Marc Valvo, and Trina Turk.

PONDER.

• Over at Serious Eats, Sarah's family meatball night sounds perfect.
• Hollie's insights on blogging really made me think about why I blog:

"I turn on the switch…write a post, then turn it off.  Whether blogging is your full time job, your part time job, or your hobby, you still must have that switch."

FLASHBACK.

• Last year, I rounded up my favorite graphic black and white pieces for fall, gathered inspiration for a Jane Austen inspired garden wedding, recapped my summer in entertainment, and blurbed the fall 2013 shows I was looking forward to.
• Two years ago, I shared our wedding's thrifted touches, rounded up modern terrariums from around the web and more geometric accessories, and joined an Instagram challenge for book lovers. 
• Three years ago, I shared more of our wedding's handcrafted details, a peek at the girls getting ready at the salon, and what the guys were up to.

clicks of note: what are you listening to?

get your week off to a colorful start...

LISTEN.

• Chris Stapleton has one of the most soulful voices I've heard in a long time - I hope that he finds a lot of success!  I head "What Are You Listening To?" on my favorite country station this weekend and fell in love instantly.  I'm linking up with Musical Mondays at My So-Called Chaos today.

SWOON.

Ashley Slate Photography via Wedding Chicks

• Wedding Chicks features the most gorgeous summer bouquets.
• Such a cute, bright engagement shoot from Dabble Me This.
• State flower cookies are the cutest favor idea (Once Wed).
• Style Me Pretty features a lovely San Francisco area wedding.

SMILE.

• Wood slabs for the tabletop - the perfect fall party touch (Apartment Therapy).
• After the party, use those wood slabs to make stamped art (Jones Design Company).
• Or make a rustic chalkboard (Lindsay Letters).
• I'd be happy all the time with a reclaimed wood whale on my mantel (Finding Home).

FLASHBACK.

• Last year I shared my end-of-summer Instagrams, orange and blue and apple orchard wedding inspiration, kelly green wardrobe ideas, and roundups of geometric home decor pieces and fashion accessories.  
• Two years ago, I broke down the cost of our DIY wedding flowers, showed off photos from our rehearsal, and shared my favorite peach pie recipe.

pink and blue wedding inspiration for my cinderella

In college, I was lucky to live with one of my good high school friends in the dorm our first year and in off-campus housing for two years after that!  I still consider K one of my dearest friends.  K is a romantic at heart and loves fairytales, especially Cinderella, and hot pink.  She and her boyfriend are super cute together, and every time I see a fairytale-inspired wedding or a blue and pink color scheme, I think about how much fun we're going to have when it's time to plan their big day.

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Southern Weddings

Timmester Photography via Southern Weddings | Jen Huang Photography via Style Me Pretty

I loved the ruffled collars on the bridesmaids' dresses featured in both of these weddings, and I adore the bridesmaids' hot pink shoes in the picture from Jen Huang Photography!

clicks of note: gratitude

get your week off to a colorful start...

Vintage Bride and Groom from Vintage Junky's Etsy shoppe...

There's a coupon code on Michelle's blog!

LISTEN.

• Nichole Nordeman's "Gratitude" is absolutely beautiful.  I found out about this song when a Christian a capella group at my college performed it for the fellowship I belonged to.  It is so perfect for Thanksgiving week.

SWOON.

• Bridal Musings features a DIY California wedding with sweet, thoughtful touches- I liked their lace embroidery hoop backdrop, the lockets the bride gave her bridesmaids, and especially the family photos and antique-style silver on the tables.
• I love the romantic makeup and flowers in this love poetry inspired shoot featured on One Lovely Day.
• Southern Weddings features a lush fall inspiration shoot by Dogwood Events - great colors!

CELEBRATE.

• Are you decorating your table for Thanksgiving?  I like this super-easy centerpiece from Matthew Mead.
• If you need some inspiration for your Christmas decorations, check out Laura Ingalls Gunn's post on the wreaths of Colonial Williamsburg.

SMILE.

• Chelsea at Two Twenty-One has designed the cutest holiday gift wrapping station, and she's giving away a $100 Staples Gift Card so that you can, too!

FLASHBACK.

• Last year I featured barn wedding inspiration:  a traditional, rustic fall look, a cedar and teal color scheme, and a colorful, modern party.  I also shared Thanksgiving tablescape and centerpiece ideas and my apple-cranberry pie recipe.

fall color: vintage-inspired purple rhapsody and honey gold wedding

Purple rhapsody looks smashing when it's used in vintage-inspired design...

Urban Scarlet free printable save the date from Wedding Chicks

Honey gold looks great in accessories with a vintage twist...

Twigs and Honey via Hello Love

And rich purple rhapsody + warm honey gold + fun southern vintage style = unexpected perfection.

Lauren Larsen Photographs via Ruffled

trend roundup: geometric accessories, part 2

I found so many inspirational geometric items I had to make two posts!  Several of these pieces would make great bridesmaids' gifts or could even serve as statement pieces for a quirky modern bride.

DIY shrink film necklace from Ambrosia Creative... wouldn't this be an adorable reception necklace for an indie bride?  Pretty sure you could use neon shrink film for even more pop.

Stained glass diamond necklace from ABJ Glassworks on Etsy

I love the concept of a stained glass necklace.  What a special piece!

DIY faceted earrings inspired by Marc Jacobs from Dismount Creative

Cute budget-friendly bridesmaid gift idea?  I think so!  They're made with Sculpey clay!

Sunday Simplicity #41

Ruffled

The Knot

The Knot

Mellow Yellow... for modern brides!

Now that we've seen the elegant side of yellow and gray, let's see some more modern takes on this popular color palette.  I can picture these details in a streamlined venue like an art gallery or rooftop.

 "Cocktail Hour" and "Modern Edge" invitations by Minted 

Yellow diamond ring

Manolo for the Brides

Sheath-style bridesmaids dresses via Relentless Bride

Chevron and polka dot invitation suite via The Blue House

 

Modern flowers captured by Stephanie Williams Photography 

Striped party straws from Shop Sweet Lulu

 

Statement necklace from The Vintage Honey Shop || Shoes by J. Crew via EventsEasy

Chevron escort cards attached to mini succulent vases via Favor Craver