Happy 2010 everyone! To kick things off, I though a suitably glamorous board would do the trick. For inspiration I used this lovely vignette above. Its so glamorous, chic and the feather caplet is so amazing, I just had to do an inspiration board based on it. I picture this wedding taking place at an elegant and historic venue. The color palette would have touches of mint, pink and metallic would pop against a creamy white.The bride would be uber fashion conscious with a couture gown and the groom would wear tails. Guests, would be served champagne cocktails and sport fabulous hats and gloves.

Description: Glamorous, elegant, mint, pink, white

Images from left to right, top to bottom: {Row 1} 1. Leo Patrone 2. Jo Tyler 3. Gemma Comas {Row 2} 1. Polly Wreford 2. Yunhee Kim 3. Kelli Jo’s Flikr 4. Lisa Lefkowitz {Row 3} 1. Lisa Warninger 2. Jim Franco 3. via {a glamourous little side project} photo by Carl Bengtsson

I’m a huge bibliophile, and I love the look of this pretty stack of books on an all white mantle (the elephant is pretty great as well).

This is pretty close to what my house looks like right now– stacks of books everywhere (I’m moving!), though minus the awesome Gothic inspired bench and table.

And speaking of pretty books, have you seen these clothbound books by Penguin? I don’t care much for Dickens, but that book cover is to die for. And, oh yes, these books are available at my all time favorite store, Anthropologie.

I love the idea of a chic red and white wedding with Southern charm. I picture this wedding taking place at an old plantation, where sweet tea would be served as a welcome drink and fans would be handed out to guests to cool themselves. I would mix red and white checks and stripes on the tables for a charming homey look. Rocking chairs would be setup on the porch for guests to enjoy during cocktail hour. Heirloom family love letters would be put on display next to the guest book. Apple pie and red velvet cake would be served for dessert. And, of course, the bride would wear boots.

Description: Red, white, southern charm, plantation chic

Images from top, left to right: {Row 1} 1. Whitebox Weddings 2. Helen Norman 3. Daniel Farmer {Row 2} 1. Bret Cole 2. Styled by Atlanta Bartlet 3. Lacey Style {Row 3} 1. Styled by Kate French 2. Union Photography 3. Frances Janisch

Since the wedding was taking place in Anaheim in July (read– HOT!) we did program fans for each guest. I printed 300 5 x 7 programs and then glued the paper to the fan.

Needless to say, there were a lot of fans. A lot. They were used all night, and guests were  dancing with them late into the night. The fans are from Bliss Wedding Market and are available in many colors. They can be purchased right here.

The invitations were created by Christine of cevd. I loved the envelop liner and the pattern she created for the invite itself.

The getaway car for the bride and groom would be the father of the bride’s classic car from the 1930’s. I made the “Just Married” sign out of card stock, ribbon and used the font from their invitations.

Then on the day of the wedding I hung the sign on the back of the vintage car. Here’s me in action getting the sign perfectly straight.

Once done, I hopped into my golf cart (which are so fun drive) and went back to ceremony.

My assistants, Megan & Mariana, stayed behind to be “car models…”

And take the photographer’s assistant to the reception to get detail shots.

I’m love these hauntingly beautiful detail shots of Paris by La Vie Photography.

I studied a lot of Gothic architecture when I was in school and I visited Paris as part of my studies. These photos definitely make me want to go back.

I love the coppery patina on this angel. Go check out the full set here.

The inspiration for this board came from the J Mendel dress in the top row. I picture this wedding with a touch of vintage, a dash of Moroccan flair and splashes of orange and purple for a bright and fun wedding.

Description: Orange, purple, retro, Moroccan

Images from top, left to right: {Row 1} 1. Leigh Miller 2. J. Mendel via Style.com 3. Ann Stratton 4. Meg Smith {Row 2} 1. Hector Sanchez 2. Beatriz da Costa 3. Meg Smith 4. Meg Perotti {Row 3} 1. Richard Powers 2. Mark Lund 3. Portland Mitchell

I love vintage phones, especially when used to add decor to the guest book table. I’m in love with this bright orange phone!

The styling of the photo is divine.

Images from top: 1. Alexandra Grablewski 2. Kate French 3. Leo Patrone

I love vintage forms, especially when they’re used to display vintage jewelry.

Or placed against a stunning fuchsia background.

Or in an unexpected place, like this field.

Photos from top: 1. Lara Robby 2. Kasha Harmer 3. Chris Everard

I love colored glass.

The way it reflects light…

The textures…

Paired with flowers, the effect is oh so pretty (and yes I’m still obsessed with the bottom photo).

Images from top: 1. Helen Norman 2. Cooper Carras 3. Tim Evan-Cook 4. via {this is glamorous}

This board’s inspiration was two-fold, but both images came from one of my favorite blogs, {this is glamorous}. I loved the photo of aqua glass which is just so delicate and pretty. Likewise, the still life of the gold shoes and accessories is just so perfectly glamorous. I picture this wedding having a delicate, timeless feeling throughout the event design.

Description: Shades of aqua, gold, traditional elements, glamorous

Images from left to right, top to bottom: {Row 1} 1. Miki Duisterhof 2. Tim Walker 3. Miki Duisterhof 4. Leo Patrone {Row 2} 1. Jim Franco 2. via Martha Stewart 3. via {this is glamorous} 4. Delesie {Row 3} 1. via {this is glamorous} 2. Helen Norman 3. Jim Franco

There’s nothing I love more than candle light hanging from trees.

This mason jar is the perfect vintage touch.

I love these candles hung with torn, gauzy strips.

Cherry trees + candles = simply stunning!

I love this look so much that these candles were hung at my own wedding.

Images from top: 1. Helen Norman 2. Dunston Todd 3. Jo Tyler 4. Harper Smith

I discovered Roadside Photography through another blog (though, I can’t remember which) and I’ve been obsessed with this diner photo for a few weeks. I love the color gradation of the chairs.

A hot pink sign, turquoise sky, and vintage typography? Yes, please.

I love this tableau with four coffee mugs.

The skycab series? Divine.

You can check out more of Roadside Photography at their etsy’s shop here.

I don’t generally post real wedding unless they were designed by me, but this wedding was too fabulous not to post. I saw this originally on This is Glamorous and quickly clicked through to the full spread on Veranda. I’ve had quite the obsession with all things French and the countryside and this wedding is all about my favorite elements.

I love the wood detail, the maidenhair fern, the soft blue runner.

I love the silvery leaves and the doves.

I love the feathers in the bouquet.

And the bride’s head piece is so very glamorous!

Photos by Mallory Samson.