Stunning Cake

Mishelle Handy Cakes via Gibson Events

Photo Credit: Beautiful Day Images

I love this modern cake and just had to share it!

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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!

Decor8

Ruffled

HWTM

Snippet & Ink

Inspired by This

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Maids Dresses...Swooning

I'm not getting married in the summer, so sometimes I get a little jealous of all the glorious things that come with a summer wedding. (Like bright and playful bridesmaid dresses!) I'm not complaining, I'm as happy as can be with our November wedding. The dresses below are by Lula Kate available at Bella Bridesmaid. Click here to find one near you.

I'm totally loving this color combo on the beach. Yes, I'm loving the beach (and missing it --my tan is already fading) almost as much.

Paul Johnson Photography via Southern Weddings

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Favorite Picture + MPIX

Mr. NY and I love ALL of our engagement pictures taken by Dale and Meredith of Benfield Photography (need wedding pics -call them!!! yes, shameless plug for my talented photographers and friends). I'm going to share a few of our favorites with you today. Read more about our engagement session here.

We went to this awesome little bookstore called Steve's Sundry in Tulsa for our last e-session location. Here are three of my favorite shots from there. Don't you just love their Coke machine and soda fountain?

I couldn't have asked for a more perfect sign for my planned book picture. Yes, I had this whole shot planned out weeks in advance. It turned out better than I had imagined!

Now here is my favorite shot! My mother handed me her polka dotted umbrella as I left the house because rain just kept looming (boy did it rain and tornado!). I grabbed my animal print galoshes just in case. I am so pleased with this shot. Here it is first in color.

And then here it is in black & white. I'm going to order the black and white version on a large canvas for our living room from MPIX. Check out their site for ordering & prices. They're quite reasonable and the quality is outstanding.

All photos courtesy of Benfield Photography

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Beach Bound

I'm blogging from the Atlanta airport (heading to Destin with 9 of my favorite people in the world --girls' weekend!!!) and am testing out posting from my iPad, so bear with me!

Here are some of my favorite beach wedding & engagement photos!





















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Bakery Booked & Vendor Spotlight

I'm checking things off my to do list left and right. One of the crucial pieces is our bakery. This was really a no brainer. I didn't even get quotes from more other bakeries. (Soap Box: that's a do what I say not what I do situation. You should always seek out best pricing & service. I have worked with my selected bakery on several other projects and didn't feel the need to be more informed than I already was. Stepping down now.) I knew exactly what I wanted and I couldn't wait to get it booked.

Click here for my post on my cake inspiration.

Where is my delectable cake coming from you ask??? Icing on the Top it is. Owner, Jennifer Jones, was introduced to me before I even moved back to Tulsa and started planning weddings again. I have never had cake from her that wasn't delicious and she has the ability to create amazing cakes.

Jennifer's work is award winning. Check out some of her wedding cakes below and let me know what you think. All photos from Icing on the Top gallery except where noted.

Personal photo from a client's wedding.

If you need a cake for any special occasion or wedding in the Tulsa area, be sure to contact Jennifer and her team at Icing on the Top. They will take great care of you and you will not be disappointed!

Icing on the Top
Owner: Jennifer Jones
Phone: 918.828.0399
Web site: www.icingonthetop.com
Location: 111 West 5th Street, Tulsa, OK 74103

Happy Planning,

Grab a Jar: Shower Desserts

I love little jarred desserts at showers. They make for such an easy way to have an adorable presentation. Here are some really great jarred dessert recipes for your next bridal or baby shower.

Lemon Meringue Pie - Recipe: Notions and Notations

Oreo Stuffed Cookie - Recipe: Picky Palate

Cinnamon Butter Cake - Recipe: Picky Palate

Cheesecake - Recipe: I Am Baker

Brownies - Recipe: Just a Taste

Carrot Cake - Recipe: The Family Kitchen

S'mores Cake - Recipe: How Sweet It Is

Happy Planning!