Citrus Wedding Reception

Happy Valentine's Day!  I adore the citrus and pink color combo of this fabulous Southern wedding reception.  It would also double perfectly for any Valentine's Day soiree you're having from a romantic dinner for two or for a party for all your amazing single ladies.  This wedding reception had it all from the bright colors, to the simple and elegant florals, to the stunning candy bar, adorable grooms cake, and the fabulous single ladies performance by the bride and her bridesmaids.  Looks like this was one festive and fun reception!

{photos via Southern Wedding Magazine}

Nautical Navy & Yellow Baby Shower

Today I'm sharing the insanely gorgeous nautical themed shower that our friends and family threw us.  From the lovely party decor to the delicious dessert table, there were so many beautiful details.  I adored all the rustic nautical elements, with touches of blue glass, and  sea-worthy phrases.  Guests were encouraged to leave little notes to B (aka baby) on sand dollar shells, which I can't wait to frame in a shadow box for the nursery. 

 

The stunning cake was a combination of strawberry shortcake and red velvet, which happens to be mine and the Mister's favorites.

The desert table was completed with delicious cake pops, amazing shortbread anchor cookies, brownies, and lollipops.  The girls even put together a "cravings station" with all my favorites: SourPatch Kids, Jolly Ranchers, Twizzlers & Yan Yans!

The favors were Nutella stuffed, sea-salt, and brown butter chocolate chip cookies that I baked the night before.  We found those gorgeous navy stripped paper bags on Etsy, and tied everything together with red and white bakers twine and added a thank you label.

The signature drink featured cotton candy and champagne or sprite, with an added Swedish Fish for fun.

{with our lovely shower hostess!}



Games: They went around with a ball of yarn, that guests could guesstimate the size of my belly by cutting the yarn at their desired length.  We also played the "my water broke" game, that had mini babies frozen in ice cubes, whose ever baby floated up to the top first won.  And the last game guest played, involved guessing which baby (myself or the Mister) was responsible for various behaviors/mannerisms.

 

Baby, It's Cold Outside Baby Shower

I love this bundle up baby, it's cold outside baby shower theme.  The cozy color pallet of blue, yellow, and green are great for a gender neutral shower.  And all the textures from the yarn balls, to the wood pieces, to the fuzzy cotton robe and onesies, really bring together the winter woodland theme. Playing off the bundled up baby, the shower featured woodland creatures in cute sweaters, stork bundled boxed lunches, and the party favors which were bundled socks.  Instead of a dessert bar, this shower featured a hot cocoa bar, perfect for the season, with all the fixings you'd need.  You can download all the printables free till the end of the month from Huggies & Hostess with the Mostess, here.

{photos via Hostess Blog}

Mother's Day Brunch

Why take mom out for Mother's Day when you can have her over for brunch?  I particularly love the idea of a citrus and herb themed brunch, with warm yellows and neutral greens.  However you choose to celebrate your mom this Sunday, here's some citrus inspiration, enjoy!

{Photos via: Clockwise from top left: Pillows & Green Flower Balls, Rosemary Napkin Ring, Lemon Centerpiece, Mini Pancake Stacks, Honey, Green Glass Fleur de Lis Votive, Yellow Bird Plate, Green Apple Table Runner, and Citrus and Herb Salad}

Glamorous Sydney Wedding

I'm swooning over this gorgeous Sydney wedding!  From the classic ceremony to the breath taking reception, to the couple, I can't wait to be friends with them.  Their ceremony was lovely with gorgeous florals, a stunning gown, beautiful printed bridesmaid dresses, the cutest flower girl, and personalized kippahs.  The reception is an explosion of style, and details in a beautiful combination of pink and yellow.  The centerpieces on their long reception tables are fabulous.  Bell jars, tall cake stands, and potted flowers serve as a beautiful runner in various shades of pink.  There's so much to obsess over in this wedding, happy Monday! 

{Photos via Style Me Pretty}

Destination Wedding: Mexico

We are officially in Mexico for the weekend.  In continuation of yesterday theme:  gorgeous Mexico destination weddings, here is a charming wedding from Sayulita, Mexico.  Loving the bright colors, hand crafted details, and outdoor charm of this wedding.  And the photos of the bride and groom around town are adorable.  There's so much of their personality in this wedding, which we love seeing.  The bride is part of the duo behind Sitting in a Tree Events.

{photos via Sarah Yates Photography}