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Posts tagged inspiration board

Ladies’ Sleep-over Cocktail Party Inspiration

To celebrate my cousin’s birthday, we decided to do a cocktail party just for close girlfriends. We found a deal for Yotel hotel in Manhattan and booked a room with a terrace and a hot tub so the party can continue throughout the night. Below are some photos I’ve collected for inspiration.

Photo Credits: Ladies’ photo from Getty Images; Bubblegum Martini photo from Candy Stilletos; Balloons photo from Parents.com; Pillows photo from Gush Weddings & Events; Shrimp cocktail photo by George Soules; Dumplings from thatsthespirit.com; Lamb chops from Ontario Meat & Poultry; Empanadas from Nectra Foods; Caprese bite from knapkins.com; Chicken satay from Delicious Magazine; French Macarons photo from Macys; Milk and cookies from The Twinery; Cupcakes photo from Tobi’s Blog

If only…

If only I just started planning my wedding and I haven’t picked out my colors yet, the colors in this inspiration board by Ami of Elizabeth Anne Designs will definitely be my colors.  I went to Elizabeth Anne Designs blog for my daily visit and saw this beautiful board.  It was love at first sight. It would be perfect for a seaside wedding.

Jade Green and Ice Blue Inspiration Board from Elizabeth Anne Designs

Inspiration Board #18: White + Aqua

Wedding Inspiration #18: White + Aqua

Photo Credits: Steps filled with candles photo from Modern Romance, Lighted Ice from Brides.com, Cake from Brides.com, Place Card from Wedding Star, Favor from Martha Stewart Weddings, Centerpiece from Carolyne Roehm, Tablescape photo by Jose Villa

Inspiration #17: Winter Red and White

‘Tis the season!  Here’s a wintery inspiration board for everyone!

Wedding Inspiration #17: Wintery Red and White

Photo Credits: Couple by the barn photo by Jared Wilson, Sweater Save The Date from Red Bliss, Couple in the snow photo by Jonathan Canlas, Cake from Brides.com, Shoes from Christian Louboutin, Cocktail from InStyle Weddings, Holly leaf place card from Martha Stewart, Guest sign cards from Brides.com, Flower hair pin from Anthropologie, Invitation from Paper Marc, Holiday Book from Decor8

Wedding Trend: Bicycles

My friend’s sister-in-law just got engaged.  I’m so excited coz they’re also planning to get married in Rhode Island.  The couple are cyclers and they recently rode in France.  So my friend thought it would be great to incorporate bicycles into her wedding.  As soon as I’ve heard, I went on to create an inspiration board.

Wedding Trend: Bicycle Inspiration Board

Photo Credits: Bride and Groom photo by Michele M. Waite; Ring photo by The Quintessential Image; Save The Date from Etsy seller Cheerupcherup; Invitation from Weddingbee Pro; Canvas bag from Etsy seller The Bold Banana; Bicycle Decor from Elizabeth Anne Designs; Bicycle Basket from Poppy Talk; Bicycle from Etsy Seller The World in a Matchbox; Bride and Groom on Ice Cream Bike from Viva Street; Bike Cake Charm from Wedding Cake Charms; Cake Topper from Fancy Flours

And here’s an Anthropolgie Vintage Bicycle Inspired Picnic designed by Joyful Weddings and Events and Adorations Botanical Artistry for San Diego Style Weddings Magazine:

Anthropologie Vintage Bicycle Inspired Picnic

Anthropologie Vintage Bicycle Inspired Picnic

Inspiration #16: Black + Blush

Wedding Inspiration Board: Black and Blush

Photo Credits: Reception decor by Details Details, Bar decor by Details Details, Anemone Bouquet from Martha Stewart Weddings, Cake, Escort Cards Display from Martha Stewart Weddings, Vintage Camera from Once Wed, Bridesmaid Dress from Rose & Ruby, Flower Hair Pin from Rose & Ruby, Centerpiece by Details Details, Bridesmaid Bouquets photo by Love Life Images, Lemonade from Martha Stewart Weddings, Invitation from Be Our Guest

Clambake rehearsal dinner inspiration

We originally wanted a clambake / lobsterbake wedding on the beach, but that is not gonna happen.  So we were thinking of doing it for the rehearsal dinner instead.

The plan is to rent a vacation home with a big backyard (by the beach if possible) in the Newport area and do our own clambake.

Clambake / Lobsterbake rehearsal dinner inspiration

Photo Credits: Table setting Pottery Barn, Tables photo from Classic Party Rentals, Lantern photo by Ryan Phillips, Beachside Lounge area from Pottery Barn, Cocktail set-up photo from knottie Caseygirl, Drink Bucket with Sail from Lollipop Events, Lobsterbake Box photo from Food & Wine, Lobsters photo by Merge Weddings, Fisherman’s Bracelet Napkin holder from Daisy Days, Nautical Decor from Wedding Moments Mag, Favor by Kristin Newman Designs

I still have to come up with the logistics.  If it is more expensive or just a little less expensive, we would probably just have a clambake somewhere else like the Atlantic Beach Club, and not deal with the hassle of doing it on or own.

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Inspiration #15: Pink + Gray

After a few color changes, Jennifer found her colors: pink and gray.  This beautiful combination inspired me to create a wedding inspiration board.  This is for you Jennifer!

Aylee Monograms: Jennifer & Robert Aylee Monograms: Jennifer & Robert

Wedding Inspiration #15: Pink and Gray

Photo Credits:  Peony in a Vase from Wedding by Color; Golf Cart scene from Lace and Flora; Bridesmaid Dress by Jenny Yoo; Groomsman photo from TheKnot; Cocktails from Brides.com; Tablescape from Martha Stewart Weddings; Escort Cards from Brides.com; French Macarons from Bobbette & Belle; Invitation from Mika78; Menu from Dallas Wedding Planner

Inspiration #14: Black + Yellow

Wedding Inspiration Board: Black and Lemon

Photo Credits:  Bride and Party photo by Skye Blu Photography, Bouquet photo by Jessica Claire, Cake by Cake Girls, Purse photo by Amanda Kraft, Tablescape by Bliss Events, Ring Pillow by Details Details, Invitation from MyCreativeWedding, Candy Table photo from Pacific Weddings

Inspiration #13: Green + Black

Josie and Marko’s chic green and black color motif is the inspiration behind this board.  Same colors were also incorporated into their monograms.

Josie and Marko's monograms by Aylee Josie and Marko's monograms by Aylee

Wedding Inspiration Board: Green and Black

Photo Credits: Bridesmaids photo by Jennifer Dery, Menu and Favor from Creative Invitations, Tablescape by Jennifer Bishop, Centerpiece from Amorology, Cookie Favors by Jennifer Bishop, Ceremony Programs photo from Creative Invitations, Invitation from My Creative Invitations, Cakes from Brides.com