SIMPLY INSPIRATION: Aw, Shucks + Oysters

{Photo Credits} Oyster Bar via Brides.com // Glitter Oysters via Simply Savannah Events, photography by Traci Arney // Oyster Table Runner via Once Wed, photography by Jose Villa // Oyster Shell Cake via The Scout Guide, photography by // Oyster Shells on Chair via Green Wedding Shoes, photography by Awake and Joni Bilderback // Oyster Shooters via Southern Weddings, photography by Adam Barnes

SIMPLY INSPIRATION: Peonies Flower Crush

I love peonies. I just adore them. Wish we could get them all year round here in Savannah...

Day 15: Peonies Flower Crush

{Photo Credits} Bouquet via Style Me Pretty, photography by Annie McElwain // Escort Cards via Style Me Pretty, photography by Marie Labbancz //  Drink Station via Style Me Pretty, photography by Bonnie Berry // Centerpiece via Style Me Pretty, photography by Bonnie Berry // Boutonnieres via Nicole Hill // Bride & Groom via Green Wedding Shoes, photography by Dallas Curow // Wedding Cake via Real Simple // Bridesmaid Bouquet via Ruffled, photography by Swoon by Katie

SIMPLY INSPIRATION: A Lacy Affair

I love how feminine and soft the look of lace is! I think it is so gorgeous and adds a very pretty look to any wedding... especially a rustic chic wedding! Some of my favorite wedding dresses are the all lace ones too. They are vintage and timeless. 

Day 13: A Lacy Affair

{Photo Credits} Invitations via Style Me Pretty, photography by Austin Warnock // Cake via Love Wed Bliss, cake by Sweet & Saucy Shop // Chair Cover via Style Me Pretty, photography by Sarah Kate // Lace Arch via Style Me Pretty, photography by Milk Photography // Bride with Horse via Ruffled, photography by Brumley & Wells // Garter Belt via Southern Weddings, photography by Haley Sheffield // Tablescape via Style Me Pretty, photography by Acres of Hope // Lace Cookies via Style Me Pretty, photography by Edison Photography

SIMPLY INSPIRATION: Lemons & Oranges and A Business Announcement

Flowers are not cheap. I just ordered all the flowers for the styled shoot we have scheduled for this weekend... I cannot explain in words how excited/anxious/nervous I am! Anyway, back to the flowers... not cheap. Not one bit. But lemons & oranges are cheap. And colorful. See where I am going with this? I am not going to lie... this idea was inspired by some of the Instagram pictures I saw today from Engage 12. I am so envious of all the wedding industry professionals that got to attend! I will go next year! 

On a somewhat related note... I have a business announcement to make. Simply Savannah Events is going to be getting completely re-branded. I know I have changed it a lot so far and you may be wondering why I keep changing it basically on the monthly... well, the truth is I attempted to design a logo and look that I love but was unable to achieve what I really wanted. So, I have made the decision to work with a professional and get branded! I am super excited to get the process started and after looking at lots of companies I have chosen to work with Molly Jacques (seriously check out her work---incredible). We will be getting started on everything in February but I wanted to get you guys excited because this is a huge step in my career & the branding of the company! Enough of my blabbing... now time for some fruit & wedding inspiration!

Day 11: Lemons & Oranges

{Photo Credits} 'When Life Gives You Lemons...' via 100 Layer Cake, photography by Birds of a Feather // Table Decor via Style Me Pretty, photography by Wings of Glory // Centerpiece via Style Me Pretty, photography by Picotte Weddings // Oranges in Box via Style Me Pretty, photography by Meg Perotti // Lemons & Oranges Cake via One Fab Day // Orange Favor via Style Me Pretty, photography by Jessica Charles // Fruit Candies via Der Zuckerbaecker // Lemon & Orange Garland via Project Wedding // Groom via Armorology, photogrpahy by Jill Thomas

SIMPLY INSPIRATION: Nautical Prep

I love anything nautical and preppy. And navy blue is by far one of my favorite colors. I have actually even got it all planned out for my home office to-be in our new house. One wall... vertical navy blue stripes and the rest will just be solid navy. Anyway, my love for boating comes from my childhood. I grew up spending lots of weekends on my dad's yacht, "Nicole's Rainbow." (Named after a painting I drew of a boat in the river with rainbows and fish flying in the sky... which my dad then had a professional artist recreate to have put on the side of the boat.) I can remember my favorite place on the boat was sitting above where the anchor drops and I would dangle my feet over the edge while we rode around in the Willamette River. Such great memories. :) If I had some pictures here I would share but I think they are all back in my Portland home. Hope you enjoy this nautical prep wedding inspiration! I would love to someday work a wedding on a sailboat... now that would be amazing! 

Day 10: Nautical Prep

{Photo Credits} Bride & Groom on Boat via Grey Likes Weddings, photography by Gina Meola // Ring Bearer Pillow via Style Me Pretty, photography by Shannon Lee Images // Bride with Tattoo via Grey Likes Weddings, photography by Troy and Aimee Grover // Invitations via 100 Layer Cake, photography by Jessica Antola // Bouquet via Ruffled, photography by Alea Lovely // Escort Cards via Ruffled, photography by Lev Kuperman // Nautical Napkin via Style Me Pretty, photography by Andi Mans // "Just Married" on Sailboat Sign via 100 Layer Cake, photography by Joielala // Wedding Cake via Style Me Pretty, photography by Lauren Gabrielle // Sailboat Steering Wheel via via Grey Likes Weddings, photography by Troy and Aimee Grover

SIMPLY INSPIRATION: Victorian + dinosaurs...

I have this one friend who is really pretty much amazing and is by far the funniest person I have ever known. She sends me great pictures and crazy things all the time. I laughed hysterically when she sent me a Thank You card that was victorian with dinosaurs on it. I told her I am all for planning her victorian dinosaur themed wedding. Anyway, Hallie this is for you! I hope you love it!

Day 9: Victorian (+ dinosaurs...)

{Photo Credits} Dessert Table via 100 Layer Cake, photography by Studio Fotografando // Donuts via Style Me Pretty, photography by One Love // Bride & Groom via Style Me Pretty, photography by Heather Roth Fine Art // Bride & Groom Chairs via Ruffled, photography by Amanda Watson // Reception Decor via 100 Layer Cake, photography by Dan O'Day // Wedding Cake via Every Last Detail, photography by Christina Gressianu // Gold Dinosaurs via Flickr // Birdcage via Ruffled, photography by Braedon

SIMPLY INSPIRATION: Woodsy & Rustic

Sometimes I get inspiration from a single picture... that's what happened today. I ran across that adorable picture of the ring bearers with their suspenders and the flower girl in that cute little gray tutu and just had to do an inspiration board using that picture. I love weddings that are unique and in the woods! We recently had one you can check out here. I love being outdoors and think that it is so fun to have a wedding outside. There are so many fun DIY ideas you can do as well. Cotton garlands anyone? I might just have to make one of those someday... Anyway, I cannot believe it's already the 7th of December! As of yesterday I officially have a house! My boyfriend and I will be getting our keys on December 14th!!! It's crazy what a rollercoaster house hunting has been... but that's a whole nother story for another day! Hope you all enjoy this woodsy and rustic wedding inspiration! 

Day 7: Woodsy & Rustic

{Photo Credits} Flowergirl & Ringbearers via Green Wedding Shoes, photography by Aaron Young // Wedding Cake via Events by Elisa, photography by Melissa Biador // Decor via Green Wedding Shoes, photography by Jasmine Star // Cozies via 100 Layer Cake, photography by Andrew Thomas Lee // Bouquet via Ruffled, photography by Simply Jessie // Fans via Ruffled, photography by Yvonne Wong // Bar via 100 Layer Cake, photography by Jeremy Harris // Rings via 100 Layer Cake, photography by Matt Lien // Bride and Groom via Ruffled, photography by Taylor Lord // Ceremony Decor via Green Wedding Shoes, photography by Jasmine Star

SIMPLY PIN: Pink & Turquoise

Oh How Pinteresting Wednesday #2

{Photo Credits} Garland pin via Confetti System // Floral Centerpiec pin via 100 Layer Cake // Bride pin via Green Wedding Shoes // Bridesmaids Dresses pin via 100 Layer Cake // Bouquet pin via 100 Layer Cake  // Tablescape pin via Sitting in a Tree

Banners and Bunting!

Whether you want banners or bunting using triangles, squares, circles, fabric, paper, they are so simple and quick to make! Plus you can always buy pre-made strands from an Etsy artist too! 

Here are a few inspirational ideas for you and a selection of my favorite Etsy shop creations:

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Baby shower bunting cake  

Add mini triangle fabric bunting to your cake 

Summer bunting wedding invitations 

Wedding save-the-date letterpress bunting theme designed vintage and summer pattern invitation 

Birthday bunting invitation for a nautical beach party 

DIY invitations that stand out with pop up bunting.

Custom circle banner

Banners and bunting don't have to be squares or triangles...consider using circles for your Mr. & Mrs. sign.

Brilliant bunting

Whether you're planning a baby shower, bridal shower or wedding, draping bunting can add a nice flair to your event plus give a different feel then hanging tissue poms, lanterns or twinkle lights.

Lovely Day Cake Banner with Poms 

One of my FAVORITE Etsy shops is Potter and Butler! Check out their unique cake banner that happily and effortlessly proclaims the significance of the moment - joyfully shouting for all to hear (in its own subtle way) exactly for whom or why it is that all are gathered to celebrate.  

Mr & Mrs banners 

Jennie Speakman's Etsy shop Studio1621 creates personalized banners (she is making me one for my business!!) You can buy a Mr. & Mrs. banner made of 4x4 white chipboard. Paint stamped black letters, black ink distressed edges all on black feathered ribbon. Connect ribbon for one large banner or keep separate. Lightweight and durable, but can be hung with tape. 

Just married banner 

Another great Etsy shop is Victorianstation's. This creamy vanilla burlap with chocolate brown font and blush fabric hearts creates a nice getaway car Just Married banner. 

Vintage ribbon cake bunting 

Similar to Potter and Butler's cake banner, this Etsy shop makes cute cake bunting for any special occasion! This one is made from vintage ribbon sewn together then strung onto gray thread and attached to food safe bamboo skewers.

Coloring page of bunting

Keep children occupied at your wedding reception or a birthday party with banner and bunting coloring sheets that they can also cut out.

Just married wedding banner  

Inspirationalbanners Etsy shop also creates handmade square banners connected with ribbon that can be made in the colors of your choice.