Palette Board: Black, Beige and White

I came across Lisa Lefkowitz's shot of these fantastic wedding shoes and had to a palette board around it. Black and white with a touch of beige is clean, simple and seasonless. It's vintage and modern at the same time. 

{from top left: lisa lefkowitz; krista raak; country living. middle row: martha stewart; country living; stephanie williams. bottom row: victoria mag; country living; the knot.}

GET DRESSED with LOVELY BRIDAL SHOP

The girls at Lovely Bridal Shop have landed on an idea that is a definite can't-miss; take the independent, feminine styles featured on wedding blogs and creating and fabulous boutique in the West Village.  Their vendor list is a who's who of bridal favorites- Sarah Seven, Elizabeth Dye, Delphine Manivet, Lo Boheme, and Ban.Do to name a few.  What's really special about this shop is how lovely it truly is.  Before you even walk through the doors, you know that this isn't going to be your typical bridal salon visit.  Their is a vintage prettiness reminiscent of old french movies throughout the store.  And the staff is so friendly without being phony.  You don't feel like someone is trying to get a commission; the girls are just eager to help.

Be sure to check out Lovely's delightful blog, in particular their recent trip to Paris.  It captures the vintage style and aesthetic of the shop so well and is as beautifully designed as their website. 

Cheers!

Wedding Inspiration: Apricot and Coke Bottle Green

This isn't your mother's 1980's sea foam green and peach. My inspiration for today's board is sea tossed vintage coke bottle green and fresh, ripe apricot. The palette works beautifully for fall, lending itself a little bit of femininity in a typically brown and orange season.


{from top left: invitation, BH&G; blouse, The Craft Begins; table setting, Country Living; basket of petals, Kate Miller Photography. 2nd row: apothecary bottles, Ebay; peach dress, SarahSeven; reception table, Veranda; basket of peaches, Simply Bloom. Bottom row: apricots, Wiggy Flowers; cake and dress, OEIL Photography; hanging dress, Jose Villa; couple, Lisa Dawn; peach place setting, Martha.}