High Relief

Three-dimensional details are popping up everywhere. The Reaching Up invitation available on einvite.com uses embossing to give its blossoms a subtle texture that feels good and catches the eye. The new amazing Silk Dupioni Rosette Dress from J Crew expertly swirls silk into spiraling rosettes and wakes up the senses. The bouquet is from Housemartin and its Papaya Ecuadoran roses echo the "sweet papaya" hue of the dress. Rich and enticing.

Color Full

{images of girls playing and bouquet courtesy of the very talented Michèle M. Waite}

{images of dress via J. Crew and jewelry via beijoflor on etsy}

Inspired by the whimsical captures of Michèle M. Waite, this board is alive with color and life, like the vibrant Caribbean. I can hear the music and the bustle! The calliope of color in the bouquet, seated on painted chairs is just electrifying as the spontaneity of the girls playing in the fountain.

J. Crew Inspiration

Today, J. Crew was on my mind, especially with the historical inauguration yesterday. The Obama girls were decked in Crew Cuts and looking like little fashionistas, just like their Momma!

You can make waves with J. Crew Bridal's stunning and hugely affordable dresses. All eyes on you wearing this gorgeous silk tricotine Gracie gown. {shhh, it's $395 at J.Crew.} Your girls will be stunning in J. Crew's Silk Chiffon Twist-Tank Dress. The dresses were inspired by the Elegance invitation by eInvite, also a great value. The lush green is the perfect accent to the pewter silk, especially when complimented by bright sophisticated accessories like this stunner by Molly Shattuck Thomas. This piece was handmade at her studio in Providence. Ok, splurge a bit!


On the side, a little minty cocktail:

Mint Lime Ade:
1/4 cup loosely packed mint leaves
2 oz. simple syrup
1 1/2 oz. lime juice
soda water to fill

In a sturdy glass muddle mint with simple syrup. Add ice, lime juice and soda water. Stir well. Thank you On The House!

{image of lush foliage found on David's Garden }