Color Of The Moment

Some would say that a color referred to as Honeysuckle would be a white/yellow hue. Instead, the color that is hitting the fashion streets and the wedding design world is a rich pink. It is flirtatious and pairs beautifully with neutrals or navy to keep a sophistication. I think the best way of showing the bright beauty is to use many varying shades when pairing it. It is said that this color evokes "happiness". What could be more appropriate for your wedding day? There will be many ways to incorporate this color into your wedding. It will be produced in 2011 in home textiles as well as fashion. Choose how you give your palette a pop of color. Happy Planning!

Southern Sophistication

Fashion Forward

Sweet Treats For the Hand and Eye

Spring Is In The Air

Spring is my absolute favorite time of year. It is a rebirth, renewal, regroup kind of time! I purge my wardrobe, clean up my business files, and prepare for the summer/fall season of chaos. Brides are inspired usually during this time of year because of mother nature's paint brush. Most often clients select their palettes for their wedding during these months. Butterflies, birds, large garden roses, fern leaves; are inspiring springtime themes. See the groups below for a kick start to your design finish line. Happy Planning!

Black and Blush

Burberry tie photo by Jessica Claire, centerpiece and cakes both from Martha Stewart Weddings, Monique Luo dress from Brides.

Row 2: photo by Sara Remington for Anna Kuperberg, photo by Jose Villa via Classic Bride, Lovejoy vodka via Ruby Press, bouquet by Artfool.

Row 3: Peter Som dress via Perfect Bound, Laura Hooper calligraphy via Elizabeth Designs, photo by Timothy Lee,

notecard by Paper & Cup

Row 4: bouquet by Ariella Chezar, painting by Kevin Dean via Design Sponge, programs from Rebecca Thuss, favors via Melissa Smitten.

Rustic Romance

photography: Photographix and Phindy Studios

40th Birthday Chic Celebration

What a great way to celebrate a grand birthday and Valentine's Day! Dr. Shawn Brown shared an evening of dancing, drinks and delectable dining with friends and family from all over the U.S. The event was held at The Bungalow in Murfreesboro. A small intimate space that is in the middle of downtown and has beautiful features that are characteristic of it's age. Under new ownership and worth a peek if planning an event in Murfreesboro.

Shawn came to us with a desire to have her party be an amazing celebration. I had designed a 50th birthday for a local song writer a couple of years ago and Shawn read Sandy's statement about how "she felt like Oprah!" What a great complement that was to me and I know that Shawn wanted that same feeling. Surprise, shock, love, and attention to detail.

Shawn was drawn to a linen from BBJ Linen Company (a sample I had shown her in our first meeting). Over the next few months, the entire party emerged from that one fabric and Shawn's love of Cherry and Turquoise mixed. Shawn is also a self proclaimed "foody" and her menu was one of the most extensive I've had yet. Chef, Lisa Coffman with Unique Flavors, was hired to handle Shawn's catering and also a dessert bar that was to die for! Designs in Paper helped me recreate the linen pattern for all of the paper elements I used in the design. From the invitations to the dessert and favor tags. We commissioned Jay Quals for the 4 tiered custom birthday cake that sat center stage on the dessert bar. With a red carpet arrival, Jason Davis provided the cool turquoise lighting with in the vintage space and Tim Lake's 8 piece band, Skyline Drive, kept the guests moving.

Enjoy the pictures from this fun filled celebration and thank you Shawn for allowing us to help you celebrate in style!