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Inspiration Daily: 10. 05. 09

Image credits:  1. building blocks, 2. bright poppies

Hi lovelies!  I have to be away from my computer for the rest of today, but I'll be back again tomorrow with some pretties to share with you all.  Thanks for your patience.  Have a gorgeous day!  xox Ez

Mood Board: A Fall Wedding

This wedding board began a few months ago (back before I made my big move across the country).  The entire concept and palette was born when I discovered the gorgeous bow brooches by A Alicia Handmade Accessories.

I really wanted to choose colors and pieces that reflect the beauty of Autumn, without falling into the stereotypical burnt-orangey color palette.  It also seems that these tones could also lend themselves well to a Spring event (for those of you lovelies on the other side of the Equator).

Sources - Board One:

• Pale Green Table Setting ~ Martha Stewart Weddings
• Bow Brooches ~ A Alicia Handmade Accessories
• Gorgeous Bouquet ~ Saipua
• Orion Gown ~ J.Crew
• Pretty Pleats Wedding Cake ~ Martha Stewart Weddings
• Rough Herkimer Solitaire Ring - 14K yellow gold ~ One Stone New York
• Champagne Geneviva Heels ~ Steve Madden

Sources - Board Two:

• Mint Leaves Necklace ~ Osage Orange Studio
• Succulent (perfect as a place setting/favor at a small reception) ~ Monkeys Always Look
• Cosmetic Bag (your bridesmaid's gifts, solved!  Available in additional colors) ~ Ketti Handbags
• Marshmallow Lip Balm (make the first kiss memorable in a good way) ~ MOR Cosmetics
• Moss Notched Mailing Labels (perfect for invites and thank you notes) ~ Paper Source
• Cotton Cady Serena Bridesmaid Dress in Cypress ~ J.Crew
• To Have and to Hold Tote Bag (just the sweetest bag ever...don't you agree?!) ~ Melangerie

Font Source (used on Board One):

• Adagio Pro ~ $49.00 at Fonts.com

Coming up tomorrow... there will be a super amazing reader discount from one of my sponsors: Delphine.  You're not going to want to miss it!  xox Ez

Leslie - DIY: Flowers in Repurposed Tins

A Creative Mint

I love using food or drink containers from my local Asian markets for little bouquets. They usually end up on my kitchen window sill so I can enjoy them -anything to add some joy while I am doing a mountain of dishes! In the Los Angeles area I go to Mitsuwa for Japanese food products, Ranch 99 for Chinese, and  Indian Sweets and Spices. 

Inspiration Daily: 08. 17. 09

Ranunculus by Jill Pilotte  | flickr  | shop  |  blog

Color Crush: Neutrals

I've entered the part of Summer where the thrill of warm weather every day has worn off (it's been over 100 for weeks) and have now begun wistfully longing for Fall.  How about you?  Are you ready for the next season to arrive or are you still loving every bit of Summer?  xox Ez

• Chipboard Postcard ~ Set Editions
• "Park" Large Square Pillows in brown and yellow ~ Lena Corwin
• Constellation Blob Painting ~ Erin Dollar
• "Illy" Heels in Dark Grey Leather ~ Nine West
• Maasai Large Elastic Bracelet ~ ABC Home
• Screenprinted Ice Cream Purse ~ Kay Stanley
• Nedim Clutch ~ Nine West
• White Rangoli Coaster IV | 8 pack ~ Kamal
• Gray and Yellow Dip Cup ~ Up in the Air Somewhere

Today I Love: Floral Designs by Nicolette Camille

I'm deeply inspired by the gorgeous arrangements created by floral designer Nicolette Camille (via Real Simple Magazine and {Frolic}).  Her use of texture and color is exceptional, and I just love how much of her work feels as though it's been pulled from a baroque floral painting.  Gorgeous!