In the Details : Letterpress Wedding Favor Tins

As I was spending my Sunday afternoon browsing Etsy, I came across these charming letterpress wedding favor tins by Bella Baroque Design. 

Letterpress Wedding Favor Tins

Trend Watch - Lovely Lace

Lace as been a favorite fabric choice of brides for generations. Though other materials have been more en vogue in recent years, 2012 is seeing a return to this wedding gown classic. 

Claire Pettibone

Currently, lace sleeves are very popular among designers, a look made popular by the elegant wedding gown worn by Kate Middleton last spring at her wedding to Prince William. 

Illusion necklines and overlays are another beautiful way to incorporate lace.

Jim Hjelm

Trend Watch - Colors for Spring 2012

 

If you're planning a wedding, you know one of the most difficult choices (besides finding the perfect dress of course), is finding the perfect color palette to use. 

Spring 2012 Fashion Color Report from Pantone

Color Palette : Blushing Bridal Tea

Bridal showers are a traditional way of celebrating a bride and her upcoming wedding, but knowing what kind of shower to plan can be daunting. One option to consider is a bridal tea. They are charming, elegant,  and can feel intimate even when there is a large group. 

This inspiration board has some fantastic ideas for a vintage-chic, garden theme tea. 

From embroidered napkins, shortbread cookies, and vintage teacups to fresh flowers, crisp linen, and good company - what's not to love?

"Violet Fog" print by Golden Section, Hand embroidered napkins by Scout and Smith Vintage, Vintage glass necklace by Shadow Jewels, Vintage ruffle accent dress by Persuing Andie, Pearl hair pins by Tutus Chic, Blue Danube teacups by Pillowsophie Vintage, Petal trim scarf by Fairytale 13, Vintage needlepoint purse by Aloof Newf Millinery, Rose petal raw honey by Honey Tea Thyme, Shortbread heart cookies by Butter Blossom, Vintage blue mason jars by Jacquie Rae.

Color Palette : Peach Perfect

I know it's not here yet, but this unseasonably warm winter has me thinking of Spring already. Here is a whimsical inspiration board for those of us who just can't wait...

Vintage men's silk bowtie by Glass & Ore, Wire "Love" wedding decoration by The Funky Shack, Bridesmaid clutches by Eclu, Whimsical Pinwheels by Pickled Parlor, "Side by Side" hot air balloon art by Theater Clouds, "Chocolate Cream & Ganache tutu by Tutus Chic, Coral flower necklace by Zafirenia

Trend Watch - Rainbow Bride

Brides are some of my favorite clients to work with. I love creating special pieces that will in turn be a part of such a magical and memorable day. I also get a feel for a lot of bridal trends, and one I  have been noticing more and more is that brides are wearing color. 

Trend Watch : Hair and Makeup for 2012

I think these trends will be perfect for me this year! According to Stephanie Rosenbloom's article in the New York Times, " stiff coiffures, overdone eyes, defined lips and matte skin are out. Tousled hair, smudged eyeliner, dewy lips and luminous skin are in". As a business owner and mom of two toddlers with another baby on the way... I think I can do this. I know many of you can relate. Check out the article. I really do like the more relaxed look and think it is perfect for our wallets as well as our schedules!

Matthew Richardson