Rehearsal Dinner Planning and Design {Entwined 2012 - Annie + Tyler}

Last spring, we had the wonderful opportunity to plan and design the rehearsal dinner for Entwined 2012 - an amazing wedding weekend giveaway featuring some of the best central Texas vendors. Needless to say, we were super excited to be included! I want to give special thanks to Kristin Light and Brandi at Country Sugar for asking me to participate. 

Several couples were in the running, and Annie and Tyler won with the most votes. Annie and Tyler were a dream to work with. They were super sweet and grateful for all the work going into their wedding festivities. They also loved all my ideas and that didn't hurt :). Hope married life is treating you right, Annie and Tyler!

Let me tell you a bit about the design. I wanted to create a French boutique atmosphere using lots of colors, shapes, and textures. Elegant, eclectic, and fun. Luckily, I had an amazing team of vendors to help me carry it out. Overall Entwined planning by Country Sugar. We provided planning and design for the rehearsal dinner portion. The Creative Parasol created all the paper goods, including one of my favorite invitations of all time. Kristin Light Photographie captured the event beautifully. Fresh Urban Flowers provided the gorgeous arrangements full of dahlias, roses, and ranunculus to name a few. Loot Vintage Rentals brought some of their beautiful vintage furniture and decor items. The Cupcake Bar provided delicious cupcake favors to guests. Whim Event Rentals provided linens and tabletop items. Event Ignition turned the room pink for us! Uptown Blanco was the setting and caterer. All graciously donated by the vendors. 

{Photos courtesy of Kristin Light Photographie}

Our Favorite Summer Details

The temperature is rising in Austin, Texas and it's starting to get H.O.T.! In honor of summer, I decided to post some of the cutest seasonal details you ever did see. Enjoy with a nice cold beverage.

{Muted and Whimsical}

{Chair Marker; Centerpiece; Table Number; Crocheted Stones; Invitation; Bouquet}

{Bright and Festive}

{Corn Hole; Tassel Garland; Pie; Fans; Signage}

{Pastel and Playful}

{Menu; Tent; Fringe; Confetti}

Happy One Year to Us!

Today, we're celebrating the one year anniversary of Matt and I (not the blog). Matt is one of the most genuine, caring, sweet, fun-loving, funny guys I've had the pleasure to have known. He's my number one supporter and best friend. Everyday is an adventure we are lucky to share. I love you, babe!

April 9, 2011 was the best day of our lives and we got to cement our union in the eyes of the law (by the GREAT state of Texas). We had such a blast celebrating with our friends and family as you can probably tell.

Our design was bright and colorful bier garten.

So. Much. Fun. Enjoy these beautiful photos by Paige Newton Photography!





{Paige Newton Photography}

Two Ways {Fiesta}

It's a blast to think about one concept executed in multiple ways. For example, I think a fiesta-inspired bash works beautifully in bright, fun colors or in subdued pastels. Either way, an occasion to remember!

Bright Fiesta {Hair Flowers, Ruffle Backdrop, Doorway, Ceremony, Flowers, Textiles}

Pastel Fiesta {Beach, Fringe, Dress, Favors, Beer in a Bag, Escort Cards, Rings}

Board {Bright Geometric}

Today's inspiration is about shapes and bright colors like fuchsia and gold accented by subtler pale pink, yellow, and cream. I have quite the affinity for shaped paper goods - honeycombs, paper fans, poms - love 'em all - this could stem from my secret love of math. Oh, yes, and an affinity for pink - which stems from my not-so-secret love of, well, pink.

Let's plan something with tons of shapes to catch the eye and some bright colors (does not have to be pink or fuchsia...promise).

Happy Friday, everyone! Enjoy your spooktacular weekend.


{Fabric Stack, Number Nine, Honeycombs, Invitation, Paper Fans, Escort Cards, Yellow Dress, Triangle Pattern}