Today was a perfect day...a little work, a little play, a little chit chat, a little panera, a little window shopping, a little browsing, and a little girl time with one of my best friends...like I said, perfect.
Ever heard of Rowe? A great little find in the heart of the Short North, here in Columbus, Ohio...excellent place to find that go to dress, or that cozy wrap sweater...once again, perfect. Check them out this month, they are running many sales - you won't be disappointed.
One more thing that makes this store perfect? Jeni's is next door.
No! Not your friend Jeni, silly bean, Jeni's ICE CREAM. Like I said, perfect.
A move a day....and wa la! Christmas will be here before we know it! Here are some inspirational photos to get you to dig out your Advent Calendar!
Speaking of...I should probably go rumage the basement...
I have been contemplating what to wish for, for Christmas...
...the parents, in laws, siblings have all started asking...
...would it be lame to ask for a hug, world peace, and free panera?
Oh, that is lame? Then yes, I want to be lame!
What are you wishing for this season?
Here it is...it has finally arrived! Did this year seem to FLY by to anyone else?
I really cannot believe it is DECEMBER. The last, magical, delightful, longfully anticipated month...has arrived!
I love a December Wedding, they are cozy, romantic, and mushy...at least in my head!
And go figure, on December 1st, we woke up to snow outside our door - not a lot, but just enough to make you go, 'aaah, snow (with a smile)'....and then two minutes later, cringe and think, 'eek, omg, snow, I am not ready for this crappola'
Any which way you feel about December, Snow, or Winter in general, it has arrived, and let's welcome it with open, happy, hopeful arms....with a glass of your fav adult beverage in your right hand :)
Okay enough jibber jabber, I found this sweet picture to welcome in the season! Let's be clear here, we didn't wake up to THAT much snow, but it does look peaceful, angelic, and ideal....in a picture! Come on, we don't want that in person!
Next up, is a delightful idea that I found to do IN HOME or FOR YOUR WEDDING!
You can dress this idea up any which way you like - your mantel - an open end table - a pretty shelf...or your round tables - card table - even head table...for your Wedding! Do you like? Do you love? Do you hate? WHAT! You hate it??? Oh, you were kidding, good! You better watch it though...I'm not a jokester...
Cheers to a Warm, Fuzzy, Cozy, Peaceful, Happy, Healthy, Memorable December!
I like this quote...I like it so much, I think I am going to keep it near and dear to me this Holiday season.
Over the next 27 days I will be sharing a tip, picture, idea, or moment with all of you that I think is especially important in making your Wedding Day full of love in your heart, and in the air.
I hope everyone had a happy, healthy, hearty, and had to undo the pants kind of Thanksgiving...
...Cheers to a wonderful, magical, and whimsical Christmas season that is now upon us.
I won't lie, I started listening to Christmas music the day after Halloween...don't judge.
Here are some sneak peeks of details/ideas that will be happening in our home for an amazing Thanksgiving Feast with my beautiful family!
I hope everyone takes some time this Holiday season to remember what this Holiday is all about...I know I am thankful for each and everyone of you, following this blog :)
Thanksgiving is ALMOST here. Did you hear me? It is TWO days away!!
Honestly, did you hear me?! Are you remotely prepared?! Do you still have to go FIND a turkey like I do?! I mean...don't worry Mom, I have it covered...(ahhhh)
What I do have covered, is the decor! The event planner in me has been designing table top schemes in my head for the past few weeks and I cannot wait to put them into reality come Turkey Day!
What about YOU! What will you be detailing, styling, and designing your Turkey Day around? And do not say, 'uhh, what, you don't need to decorate for Thanksgiving'... Because yes, yes you do and you know you want to! You can add something as little as pumpkins or place cards, or a candle....or ten if you are me. Just try it, it won't bite and I guarantee it will spice up, warm up, and cheer up your guests...
....even if it is just a table for two :)
Hair, Hair, Hair!
Hair can make or break your pictures, your day, your mood, your stress level.
Wedding day hair is key, but it doesn't have to be a worrisome task, if you know how to prepare...and well wouldn't you know, I am here to help :)
I suggest, finding many different styles you are mildly interested in...check.
Take pictures of these styles with you to a trial appointment...check.
Have your hair stylist incorporate all of the styles, in one way or another, for you to get a feel for and see what will work...check.
Be realistic about what kind of hair you ALREADY have. If you have always dreamed of whimsical curls and waves, but know that your hair is pin straight and can't keep a curl to save it's life...then move on! Sadly, your hair will not magically transform into locks that have the power to do anything you want them to do, so just be honest with yourself and you can't go wrong.
Remember though, don't do any of the styles to a TEE, if you do, and you love it, it will be impossible to re-make on THE DAY, so don't fret, just have your stylist do a make shift version, so you get an idea of what you love and what you don't!
When I went into my trial appointment, I was dead set on keeping my hair down, and wavey, and natural looking...is that what I ended up with?
N to the O!
My stylist and I both realized I have THIN hair, there was no way that as much as my hair stays curly, that it would stay PRETTY throughout the long day. The thinness of my hair would have ended up looking stringy and a nasty mess, so we changed our vision and worked with what we loved.
The end result was perfect and gave the natural feel I had wanted all along, but it was pulled back, to the side, and a little more formal too, because afterall it is your WEDDING DAY :)
Below, I found some amazing 2011 hair trends that are coming our way, and I must admit, as picky as I am when it comes to hair, I love them ALL. I love the way natural touches are becoming bigger, as well as new spins on old classics looks. Enjoy!
For a quick Saturday blog post, I found some amazing table top inspirations that would capture a late Fall/early Winter Wedding perfectly.
Are you all familiar with curly willows? If not, let me pleasantly introduce you. I used curly willows as one of my two center pieces in my own Wedding. It is one decision I already know I will never regret! They are earthy, timeless, and you can do so much with them! Keep them simple in a tall glass vase, or drape small candle lanterns and flowers from them. Anyway you use them, they are going to be spectacular.
Below, I found some unique and romantic ways to use them, with Fall flowers, and glistening candles...what do you think?
Also shown, is a burnt orange bouquet that just SCREAMS, hey, it's still Fall! It is a gorgeous statement piece for a late Fall Bride!
Hope you enjoy these Sweet November finds :)
How clever! Look at this cute wall decor idea. An empty frame, with a wreath! I love! It is so easy, simple, and classy looking - and cozy for the winter :) Gobble Gobble! I would so be GOBBLING these up! How cute? If you want some that are even MORE delicious and just as cute, check out my dear friend Tammi's, Cupcakery! She is having a Thanksgiving Sale - $10 for a DOZEN Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes! And take it from a girl who has had the pleasure of eating one...or more, they are amazing!
www.polkadotcupcakery.com - Orders must be placed by next Tuesday for the deal! No words, except awesome. I want to see a baby wearing this Turkey hat! Speaks for itself - but great words to live by, thanks Charlie :) Ahh, the beach. This time last year, I was about to jet off to Hilton Head for a Thanksgiving on the beach - one I will always love to remember. This year, my big brother is coming to see US for Thanksgiving! First Thanksgiving in our NEW home! But I know, you must be asking, "that's sooo sad, you don't get to go to the beach?" ... Not so fast my friends! Thanksgiving in Ohio...Christmas at the Beach :)
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