If you we’re wondering if favors are still a good idea at your wedding or upcoming party we have the answer. Yes, of course they are! Everyone loves a good favor and especially one that tastes yummy. When we heard that Butter + Love now offers all of their delicious sweet treats with custom packaging […]
An English Hunting Weekend! I love the idea of a wedding on a blustery autumn day during hunting season in the English countryside. Now, I don’t think it is necessary to actually take up arms on your wedding day but infusing a few of the traditions into your nuptials would make for a very chic […]
Imagine growing up in the beautiful countryside of France as a child. Now imagine flying between two of the world’s most romantic cities, New York City and Paris, to plan dream weddings for couples. Doesn’t sound too shabby, right?! Believe it or not that is what the lovely Lauren Sozmen of Loli Events does. If […]
But this year I sure do have hayfever! It’s supposedly one of the worst years for allergens to date and I for one would like to do something about it. That’s where one of my personal heroes, Rosemary Gladstar, comes in. I found this recipe for a tonic that relieves sinus congestion in her amazing […]
I might have said it before, but I will say it again. Ties make a great gift. For yourself, for your man, father, brother, or son. You can never have too many and they’re one of those things that you hardly ever buy for yourself (speaking from personal experience). A few Sundays ago I was […]
What’s not to love about petit fours? This delicious, small portion of dessert which is usually adorable is one of my favorites. Nobody does cake petit fours for events better than Shell Co in New York. Michael Stuart NY turned us onto them when they made petit fours with edible sugared pansies on top for […]
Last November we boarded a plane with a dream team (Jen Huang Photography, Paperfinger, and Michael Stuart NY) and headed to Santa Ynez for Jen Huang’s Photography workshop. The first night we spent in this magical valley we threw a dinner party for some of our favorite west coast vendors in the private Figueroa Mountain House. […]
The Seventies get a bad rap. They’re infamous for pastel tuxedos covered in frills, exaggerated bell bottoms, platform shoes and polyester, but if you can look past the stereotypical fashion faux pas’ there’s a wealth of inspiration. Especially for a wedding. The dress… I found the vintage image below (it was sent in by a […]
This week we were beyond happy to sit down with the lovely ladies of You + Me*! We met Miya & Elisabeth a few years back and have been fast friends ever since. We are in constant awe over all of the gorgeous work they do; from building brand identities for some amazing creative clients, […]
With Spring blooming all around us, we can’t get enough of the season’s floral offerings. Since so many of the blooms are edible, we thought it would be fun to throw a unique brunch using edible flowers in each course. When your guests arrive have a delicious cocktail waiting for their arrival. Here’s how to […]