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Wednesday, May 15, 2013

SIMPLY INSPIRATION: Gingham

Is it just me or does that weird song, "Gangnam Style" make you think of gingham? Okay yeah it's probably just me. But anyway, here's some gingham wedding inspiration! I love how preppy the print is and it's just so perfect for a summer wedding!! Makes me kind of crave some fresh squeezed lemonade + some jam on toast... anyone else??

{Photo Credits} Groomsmen via Southern Weddings // Gingham Ribbon via Destination Wedding Favors // Boutonniere via Vatel Manila, photography by Really Awesome Weddings // Gingham Jam via Great British Chefs // Bowties via The Belle and the Beau // Invitations via Style Me Pretty, photography by Meg Perotti // Tablecloth and Flowers via B Comme Bon

Monday, December 3, 2012

SIMPLY INSPIRATION: Southern Weddings

Yesterday I bought the 5th edition of Southern Weddings and let me tell you I read every single last word. I am not going to lie, I am not Southern at all. I was born and raised in the very rainy Portland, Oregon and attended college in the even rainier Tacoma, Washington. But I will admit, there is something so charming and so intriguing to me about the south. Maybe it comes from my favorite novel, Gone With the Wind, or maybe it's my love for fried chicken, cheese grits, and low country boils. But whatever it is... I cannot listen to a country song without daydreaming about what it would be like growing up on a farm in a small southern town where your neighbors all sit on rocking chairs on their porches and where hosting dinner parties is a common occurrence. So this inspiration board is truly inspired by the South (i.e. my interpretation of using inspiration from Southern Wedding Magazine!) I hope you all are enjoying my 25 Days of Wedding Inspiration!

Day 3: Southern Weddings

By the way, if you haven't picked up your copy of Southern Weddings yet I would highly recommend it. I am almost tempted to go buy another just for keeping on the shelves since I know I will read this copy to death. :) Page 18 has a handkerchief that says, "Dad, Today a bride, tomorrow a wife, forever your little girl." Love love love love love. Melts my heart & brings tears to my eyes!

{Photo Credits} Bouquets via Style Me Pretty, photography by Peach Blossom Photography // Peach Wedding Cake via Style Unveiled, photography Jen Huang // Bride via Green Wedding Shoes, photography by Trent Bailey // Grits Favor via Lady Letterpress // Sweet Tea via Martha Stewart // Powder Room Sign via Green Wedding Shoes, photography by Simply Bloom Photography // Gingham beer coozies via Wedding Chicks, photography by Jeff Loves Jessica // Mason Jar Favors via Style Me Pretty

Thursday, June 23, 2011

{Bright Idea Thursday} Plaid-Checkers-Gingham-Stripes

What is the difference between plaid, gingham and checkered?

And what is a Tartan?

Well, we must refer to Wikipedia on this one : )

Plaid (pattern) is also used as a synonym for tartan or, in the USA, any checked cloth pattern.
Gingham is a medium-weight balanced plain-woven fabric made from dyed cotton or cotton-blend yarn.^[1]The name originates from an adjective in the Malay language, ging-gang, meaning striped.^[2]
A check is a pattern consisting of crossed horizontal and vertical bands in two or more colors in woven cloth.
Tartan is a pattern consisting of criss-crossed horizontal and vertical bands in multiple colours.
Pin stripes are a pattern of very thin stripes running in parallel found in cloth.

I love the idea of combing stripes with checkers, but you have to make sure not to go overboard with all the patterns. Plus you should stick with a color scheme: Black and white is very popular. Also navy or green are good choices. Make sure if you choose one color, that you keep it monochromatic (Monochromatic colors are all the colors (tints, tones, and shades) of a single hue) or if you choose two colors, that they go well together.

I've put together a few collages of different ideas and styles. You could go for a retro look, classic, or preppy depending on which style fits you the best.

Choosing your style invitations is a very important decision since it sets the stage for your wedding. If you going for a formal event consider this nice plaid design. Or if you are planning a whimsical informal event check out this wonderful company Tear Drop Weddings .