I have been on a mission to buy new art for my home, so I have been obsessively researching art online and in-person in order to find some pieces that speak to me. In doing my research, I was overwhelmed by all of the great work out there. Now my problem is narrowing down my choices! Since I am someone who likes “more” in life, I will be showcasing several of these beauties; I went from looking for one piece to owning several. The colors are so bright and happy. I would say that the artwork here will definitely provide fantastic inspiration for event palettes for clients who love color as much as I do!

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Purple Diamonds are Forever by Twoems
In the Pink by Amadea Bailey
Aurora by Aeropagita Prints
Pink Sky with House by Flora Bowley 
Falling Color by Sally King Benedict
Playground by Jessica Simanowski
Dancing in the Waters of Life by Yolanda Sanchez
Hadrian Print by Michelle Armas
Far side by Yangyang Pan
10:04 by Gus Harper

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Kristin and Mark’s wedding was the first event I planned entirely on my own. They were dream clients – so open to ideas, warm and very easy going. Their main priority was that their guests have a great time and their dream became a reality because the dance floor was always full! They even extended their wedding because they were having a blast. Today is their one-year anniversary so I wanted to give a shout-out to them and congratulate them on their special day. And not only that, Kristin and Mark will be welcoming a baby girl very soon!!!

images via Annie McElwain

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I just bought a bar cart for my living room and I am pretty excited about all of the fun stuff I can buy to accessorize it. As a planner, entertaining is always on my mind and a bar is a great way to add some fun to a home and showcase barware that often gets hidden away. Having a bar cart is a throwback to another time and I can’t wait to start shopping! For all of you brides out there, barware is a fantastic thing to register for – it’s usually something you wouldn’t get for yourself and even your groom will get into the shopping and maybe you will end up with a budding mixologist on your hands!

images via
1, 4, 5, 9 Society Social
2 Sugar Paper
3 Shop Sweet Lulu
6 Mydrap
7, 10, 12 Kate Spade
8 Oh! Nuts
11, 13 Candelabra
14, 15 Jonathan Adler

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Christie and Rob are a pretty great couple! They met many years ago at a New Year’s Eve party and have been together ever since. They wanted to take pics at their home with their beloved dog Callie and out in nature. They will be getting married in Catalina. Christie has really good taste and I know everything is going to be beautiful! These gorgeous photos were taken by one of my favorites – Annie McElwain.

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Justin and Jolene are such a fun couple. They are so thoughtful, easy-going and a pleasure to be around. They love to travel and be outdoors and they are super-creative. Their wedding is coming up soon at Condor’s Nest Ranch and I can’t wait to share it! In the meantime, here are some lovely images taken by SWOON by Katie.

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08
Apr

Happy Easter!

Easter is a such a happy holiday – filled will pastel colors, pretty flowers and yummy candy! It signifies springtime and rebirth. I hope you all have a Happy Easter!

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gilded eggs via martha stewart
Jacque Torres chocolate bunnies from refinery29
peeps via the new forty
pantone eggs via how about orange

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A week ago, I took a great floral design class with The Little Branch. It was an awesome experience and I learned so much! Whether you are a bride, hoping to do your own flowers, or just like to be creative, I thought it was a fun way to spend a few hours. I’ve selected a few photos of some of my favorite work that they’ve done for events. They have a really pretty and whimsical look to their style and I love it!

images via The Little Branch and the following
Viera Photographics (urn photo)
One Eleven Photography (chair treatment photo)
Paperwhites Photography (striped backdrop photo)

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20
Mar

Showtime!

On March 4th, I participated in my first wedding event – A Soolip Wedding. It was held at The Bel Air Bay Club, a great venue with a spectacular view! I partnered with my friend Rachel from Lupa and Pepi (custom and ready-made paper goods). Our inspiration was Marie Antoinette and I think we did a pretty good job of interpreting it in a fun and modern way. I love things that are colorful and I adore dessert, so the opulence and decadence of our theme really allowed me to go crazy with fun flowers and an over-the-top dessert table. As an added bonus I was able to use a good portion of my vintage glassware collection and it was exciting to see it be put to use (justifies me buying more)!

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It’s no secret that I LOVE green. So was there ever any doubt that I would be excited for a holiday where everyone celebrates all things green? I’m sold! Plus, I am half Irish:)

These are a few items I am currently coveting!

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St. Patrick’s Day Props at The Manic Moose
Villa Dress in Light Emerald at J.Crew
Irish Cream Truffles at Bake All The Things
Glasses in Various Shades of Green at Glassybaby
City Bike in C.Wonder Green at C.Wonder
Baker’s Twine in Seafoam at Olive Manna
Nail Polish in Navigate Her at Essie
Green Checked Washi Tape at Papermash
Brain Atwood Maniac Pump in Apple at Saks Fifth Avenue
Zebra Pillow in Green and Natural at Jonathan Adler
Jennifer Meyer Four-Leaf Clover Pendant at Barneys New York 
Grand Street Imogen Wallet in Fresh Green at Kate Spade

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