10.31.12

Happy Halloween…

I hope you have a wildly creepy + spooky Halloween filled with lots of tricks, but mostly treats! Oh and at least a couple crows. I love crows.

 

Halloween Crows

 

Better Homes + Gardens

10.30.12

My Top Pumpkin Picks…

I don’t know about you, but we have yet to carve our pumpkins this year. My husband likes to wait until the night before Halloween to carve them, so today I’ve been going through my file of pumpkin inspiration to prepare, and wanted to share some of my top pumpkin picks from around the web with you. I said “carve” above, but in recent years, I’ve preferred a decorated but not carved pumpkin. Painted, glittered, decoupaged- you name it, I probably love it! Are you a carving purist, or do you like something a little different for your pumpkin?halloween pumpkin inspiration

Rachael Ray Mag | Better Homes + Gardens | Chatelaine | Twig + Thistle | Yesterday’s Sweetheart | Country Living

halloween pumpkin inspiration

The Art of Doing Stuff | Better Homes + Gardens | Davis Day By Day

 

 

That diorama is bananas, right?! It’s so awesome. I’m also a big fan of the chalkboard pumpkins and may have to try that next year. This year I think I will be going to glitter route, but carving isn’t out of the question. We will see! Such serious pumpkin decisions to make , haha.

 

10.25.12

Copper + Cobwebs…

Copper, cobwebs + a touch of brass. A sophisticated palette that I am a little obsessed with for Halloween. Orange is not my favorite, but copper….copper, I love.

copper cobweb inspiration

 

JL Designs | Rosie Hardy | Bhldn | Style Me Pretty | Anthropologie

 

10.24.12

Doug + Abby’s Railroad Engagement Session…

Doug + Abby are a totally adorable couple, which makes their adorable railroad engagement session in West Palm Beach, FL the perfect fit! They wanted a sweet, slightly vintage feel for this part of their session, and I think they hit the nail on the head. I especially love Abby’s shoes and ruffly blush hair flower. Just lovely! A big thanks to their photographer, Kalia Lily Photography, for sending this my way.

Vintage Railroad Engagement Session Palm Beach, FL

Railroad Engagement Session in West Palm Beach FL

Railroad Engagement Session in West Palm Beach FL

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Railroad Engagement Session in West Palm Beach FL

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Railroad Engagement Session in West Palm Beach FL

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Railroad Engagement Session in West Palm Beach FL

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Railroad Engagement Session in West Palm Beach FL

10.23.12

Sareh Nouri Spring 2013 Collection…

I am positively dying over Sareh Nouri’s Spring 2013 collection! All the dresses are completely stunning and ethereal, and I am a total sucker for an ethereal dress.  Absolute dreamy bridal perfection!

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Photos by Emme Wynn

 

 

10.18.12

Sweet + Simple: Ghost Cake Toppers…

It has been awhile since I’ve done a sweet + simple post. They are always some of my favorites, because who doesn’t love a project that is super easy, but makes a big impact?! When I came across these adorable cheesecloth ghost cake toppers on A Beautiful Mess, I knew I had to share them with you.

DIY Cheesecloth Halloween Ghost Cake Topper

 

 

Some skewers, cheesecloth, cotton balls, thread and you’re good to go! Seriously, it couldn’t be any more simple.

 

DIY Cheesecloth Halloween Ghost Cake Topper

 

These would be perfect for upcoming Halloween parties you are having, and you could even make petite versions with shorter skewers or even toothpicks to use in cupcakes, mini sandwiches, or really anything else! Love these so much!!!

 

Photos by A Beautiful Mess

10.17.12

Lichen + Ash…

I always feel the most inspired in the fall + winter. In fact, my quality of life gets exponentially better as the temperatures cool, the sun makes way for gloomy skies, and I can wear boots and scarves on a daily basis. Unfortunately, it’s still close to 100 degrees in Southern California as I type this, but I am dreaming of the glorious overcast days to come. Those dreams led me to creating this board, inspired by lichen and ash. A perfectly chic color combo for fall weddings, and a great alternative to the more traditional shades of orange and red associated with the season.

 

lichen ash wedding inspiration

 

 

Poppies + Posies | Martha Stewart Weddings | Erich McVey Photography via Wedding Chicks | Jose Villa | Wedding Paper Divas | Moss + Isaac via Grey Likes Weddings