Fall Harvest

Happy Monday!  Fall is officially here, but in the off chance you're enjoying an extended Indian Summer, I put together a fall harvest inspiration board, perfect for warmer fall weather.  Love the warmth of early fall colors, and the natural textures from burlap to jute to hay and linen.  Here's to Fall!

{photo credits: Top Row: Bouquet, Chairs; Acorn Place Setting, Pumpkin Centerpiece; Boutonnieres, Couple}



Chilly Rustic Fall Wedding

We are headed to an apple orchard this weekend, and I couldn't help but think that it would make the perfect setting for an autumn wedding.  And then I stumbled upon this gorgeous wedding in 100 Layer Cake.  It has all the beautiful elements for any autumn wedding.  The draped linen, the gold accents, the lovely wild flowers, gilded mirrors, and rustic tables.  I love the contrast of the natural textures, mostly wood, against a neutral and blush color palette.  It's the perfect backdrop for a cozy and glamorous reception!





Vintage & Rustic Rehearsal Dinner

So the BIL (brother-in-law) and soon to be sister-in-law are hosting a welcome dinner this Friday before their wedding ceremonies.  Their welcome dinner is being hosted by extended family, and they have a beautiful outdoor space, which is perfect for the couple's rustic and vintage theme.  Imagine hay bales as seating around a bonfire, old whiskey barrels as high boys or the base for a smores bar, and drinks stations with mason jars for friends and family to toast the happy couple.  With any vintage and rustic theme natural elements play a big role.  Raw wood (barrels, and directional signage); jute, burlap, and twine (as table runners, or wrapped around tins or mason jars); cotton balls (as decor); vintage glass bottles (as decor or centerpieces).  Classic treats like spiked lemonade, iced tea, smore, and pies add the vintage element, and we love the idea of relabeling beer bottles your own brand of moonshine.  Create an interactive drink station using the beer bottles as a ring toss, where guests get a chance to wine a prize (or a drink) if they get a ring around a bottle.  This is a great alternative to corn holes, and adds the element of old school traveling carnivals.  Finally, add modern conveniences like an outdoor station with cool towels, shawls, sunscreen, and mosquito repellent for guests to stay comfortable.  

{Photo Credits: Top Row: Wood Signs, Drink Station; Second Row: Favor Jars, Bonfire, Barrel Table; Last Row: Baby's Breathe Centerpiece, Pie Bar, Glass Bottles, Cotton}

Back to Nature Thanksgiving

An au natural Thanksgiving celebration.  With rustic elements, using the outdoors for decor and stylish presentation, and plenty of earth tones to warm any gathering, this simple table scape becomes the focal point of any Thanksgiving dinner.   Love that the colors of the autumn are vibrant at the dinner table, but aren't over powering in anyway, because let's face it, at Thanksgiving the food is the showstopper. Enjoy! 

{Phtos via:  Turkey | Utensils | Cider | Pinecones | Leaf Place Cards | Dinner Table}



Tanksgiving Tablescape

Loving the autumn colors in this Thanksgiving table scape, and the warm inviting feeling of sitting down for Thanksgiving dinner.  With rich chocolate browns offset by creamy whites, acorn centerpieces, Moroccan wine glasses, individual pies, and adorable mini wishbones, there are so many great details to this simple and festive table scape.

{photos via Celebrations at Home}

Rustic Thanksgiving Dinner

I can't believe Thanksgiving is less that 3 weeks away!  I adore how the colors of autumn are perfectly capture in this rustic outdoor Thanksgiving dinner table.  Ripe pomegranates, squash, cranberries taking center stage as either part of the centerpiece or place settings.  Beautiful, multicolored leaves flank the table, and mason jars with candles suspended from a tree branch create an inviting atmosphere.  Love how fall textures like cotton, burlap, wicker, and jute that accent the wine bottles, place settings, and chairs.  And subtle hints of gold add a little holiday flair to the meal, it's Thanksgiving perfection!

{photos via Hostess Blog}

Rustic & Romantic Wedding

I love this rustic Ojai garden wedding.  It's full of charm, natural elements, and beautiful scenery.  Love the succulents in the bride's bouquet and the centerpieces, and a Moroccan themed cocktail hour complete with rugs and lanterns is the perfect way for guest to relax post ceremony and enjoy the sunset.  And I love that the garden is at the bride's home and also where the couple got engaged, why not get married in a place that holds so many personal and beautiful memories!

{photos via Once Wed}

Rustic NYC Wedding Inspiration

Love this rustic and modern wedding inspiration.  With the masculine bar, full of leather, woods, and deep hues, to the billowy cake that mirrors the bride's dress.  From the wood featured through out the space, and the organic florals, and the varying hues of purple throughout the space, we love this refreshing city wedding.   This shoot is both rustic and oh so glamorous, Happy Monday!

 

{photos via Grey Likes Weddings}

Hunger Games Wedding Inspiration

With the release of the movie topping all box office charts, we are in full Hunger Games fever.  The movie has inspired these styled wedding shoots from Green Wedding Shoes and The Wedding Chicks, loving the different interpretations of a Hunger Games Wedding.  Here's our take on Katniss and Peeta's nuptials.  With rustic elements, a braided bride, and plenty of Hunger Games references.  To us the love story of Katniss and Peeta is all about finding beauty and hope in a dark world, Some Hunger Games wedding inspiration for your I Do's, enjoy!

{Photos via: Top Row: Alter, Invitation; Second Row: Table, Love Cake Topper, Place Setting; Third Row: Boutonniere, Braid, Hunger Games Symbol, Bows, Candle Centerpiece}

A Tuscan Inspired Wedding Shoot

I adore this Tuscan inspired shoot photographed by Mike Larson and styled by Alchemy Fine Events & Invitations.  From the rustic Italian elements in contrast with the chic modern styling, it's both classic and stylish.  The ghost chairs are perfection, the stunning glass calligraphy name plates are so classically rustic and the wine and cheese buffet is divine. Love that this photo shoot depicts an insanely glamorous intimate wedding,  that can be accomplished on a smaller budget.  This makes me miss Italy like crazy, how lovely would it be to attend a wedding like this! 

{photos via Alchemy Fine Events}