Shower Etiquette + Inspiration

While living in New York is teaching me all kinds of interesting differences between Northern and Southern weddings, I believe this particular etiquette case doesn't change based on where you live. I'm often asked by brides with very small weddings if they can invite someone to a shower that they aren't inviting to a wedding. My answer is always no. Here is a write up on Southern Weddings with backup from the beloved Emily Post regarding this very issue.

Who's Invited to the Bridal Shower by Emily at Southern Weddings

Here is what's inspiring me lately!

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Ruffled

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Happy Planning!

BHLDN Mood Boards

I'm a mood/inspiration board junkie! I love creating them and I love looking at them. You can now create your own mood board for your wedding, honeymoon or weekend getaway over at BHLDN. Check out this adorable Honeymooners board created by the BHLDN team. Love it!

I'm off to create my own. Have a great afternoon.

Honeymooners

Happy Planning!

Inspiring...

Vintage. Dior. Sigh. Does it get better than that? This week I'm being inspired by this lovely dress. What's inspiring you?

Greige

Happy Planning!

Wonderland Cake

Photo Credits: Raw Photo Design

For more of this Alice in Wonderland inspired wedding head on over to Style Me Pretty.

Happy Planning!

San Francisco Wedding

This chic San Francisco wedding photographed by Janae Shields is full of sweet details. View more of this affair over at The Wedding Chicks after you check out where to find my favorite things.

Personalized Hanger (Check out Lila Frances on Etsy)

To Have & To Hold Dish (I posted about similar plates here --also check Paloma Nest on Etsy)

Invitation Suite from The Aerialist Press

Flower (For a similar detail, try Cultivar's shop --I've used her for bridesmaid's in the past and she's fabulous to work with!)

Vintage Watch (Trying finding one similar to this at Farfo's Vintage Watches)

Mercury Glass Pillar Holders (Pottery Barn has some gorgeous mercury glass right now)

Enjoy!

PS -Don't forget to head on over to Perfect Bridal and vote for AWS! Vote HERE.

Parisian Tea Inspiration

I am dreaming of sipping tea in Paris after seeing the below teacup and saucer over at This Is Glamorous. I hope you enjoy this soft color palette. It's a little dreamy, isn't it?

Marchesa Dress - Tea Cup & Saucer - Cake - Tutu - Flowers - Macaroons

Happy Planning!

PS -Don't forget to head on over to Perfect Bridal and vote for AWS! Vote HERE.

Winter Reception Inspiration

This glamourous winter tablescape could be just what you need for winter wedding reception inspiration! Hostess Blog is my go to place for shower and party inspiration and this table reminded me that you can find inspiration anywhere. Always be on the lookout!

Aaron Shintaku Photography

Happy Planning!

Stephanie

Frosted Romance Board

I hope y'all are resting up from all the fun of Christmas. Whether you're back at work, needing to finish the holiday dishes, put away all the new toys or are just trying to relax I hope this inspiration board from Magnolia Rouge inspires you! It would be a fantastic color scheme for a wedding or winter party. Let's not get back to reality too quickly!

Be sure to head on over to Simply Bloom Photography and see the photo shoot inspired by this board!


Happy Planning!

Stephanie

Wedding Inspiration from Holiday Shoot

This gorgeous holiday shoot is so rustic and warm. I think it would be great inspiration for a wedding. Don't be afraid to take wedding inspiration from non-wedding events and shoots. Some of my favorite places to look aren't wedding related at all. I'm letting you inside my head a little, but below the photos are few of my favorite places to go for nuptial notions.

From This is Glamorous

Stephanie's Go To Inspiration Sources:

House Beautiful

Lace & Tea

Pink Wallpaper

Simply Bloom Photography

This is Glamorous

Twig & Thistle

Happy Planning!

Stephanie

Winter Inspiration Board

Here's a wedding concept I've been rolling around in my head for ages now. It was really chilly out this morning and I thought a winter wedding post was in order. Enjoy!

Sources: The Knot, Etsy, Siri Inc, Cake Girls, Matthew Robbins Design

Happy Planning!

Stephanie

Favorite DIY Projects

If you need inspiration for your own DIY aisle projects, here are several that I really love right now.

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Happy Planning and DIY-ing!

Stephanie

Post Oak Lodge: Layne & Kyle

I ran across this local Oklahoma wedding photographed by Austin Gros (Nashville Photographer) on the Bride's Cafe. It immediately caught my eye! The venue is Post Oak Lodge, just northwest of downtown Tulsa. It's a gorgeous location for weddings. Please head on over to Post Oak's Web site for more information on having your wedding there.

As I looked closer at the pictures, I was happily surprised to see that I knew one of the bridesmaids. My friend Haley from high school is the bride's cousin. In the bridesmaid picture below, she is just to the left of the bride. This bridal party couldn't be more casually chic, now could they?!? Skirts paired with casual tops are perfect for a hot August day in Oklahoma!

Congratulations Layne & Kyle!


Happy planning to all my Oklahoma brides!


Stephanie