A Blush Pink Wedding

{images: couple, tent, candy and seating: michèle m. waite,

amnesia roses: sprout, meringues: cookie creatives }

We are so happy to share some inspiration from Checkerboard today. With so much emphasis on color in weddings for the coming year, this blush inspiration board sets the tone for a stunning use of this earthy pink hue. You will be seeing it everywhere this coming year.

Checkerboard has been collaborating with some outstanding wedding professionals to bring a little innovation to the world of invitations. With images from Washington photographer Michèle M. Waite a premiere wedding photographer here in the U.S., whose amazing work really fired up the collection. The exciting project is about to lift off at the National Stationery Show in May. Michèle's images are celebrated all over the wedding blog-o-sphere. She is incredibly talented at capturing the true essence of each wedding with a playful and fresh perspective. Her eye for color, light and location really give her clients something to cherish for generations. Also featured are images from Dom Miguel Photography of Boston whose talents recently captured moments from a wedding close to our hearts here at eInvite. {Click here to peek.}

All this wedding imagery in this collage board is complimented by incredible mocha kissed amnesia roses from florist Cathy Walsh of Sprout, a local designer we work with all the time. Trendy meringues from Jennifer Burkhart of Cookie Creatives, round out this champagne taste of wedding celebration. Wedding cakes from Worcester designer Michelle Bohigian from Something Sweet by Michelle are also featured throughout the project. Michelle's cakes have recognition of their own, as top choice in Bride's Magazine, her life-like sugar florals are second to none!

Each of these wedding pros contributed their work to the making of each of 18 collage boards for the Unveiled project, something new and different in the search for the perfect wedding invitation. Creative imagery can really get your wheels turning, and these girls are the best of the best at their craft!

This portion of the mood board is a little sneak peek that gives you a sounding board of inspiration. This board was created to compliment a new invitation suite from Checkerboard, which will be Unveiled in a few weeks at the National Stationery Show in New York City. There is more, a lot more. We can't wait to share!

Pretty Plum Pocket

The line of pocket invitations by Marsupial on eInvite caught my eye today. Tucking all the pieces of a wedding ensemble into a neat little pocket and sealing with a custom seal definitely makes for stunning presentation. I couldn't resist pairing this plum pocket with the elegant Badgley Mischka bridesmaid's dress found on Brides.com and the amazing reception floral branch table centerpiece featured on Style Me Pretty.

Peonies

If I could do my wedding all over again, I would pick a date in the spring, JUST so I could have in-season peonies. I love the gorgeous pink hues shown here. When huge buds open, they are truly stunning.

{L to R from the top: Peony and Cymbidium Bouquets, Snippet & Ink; Pink Peony, Real Simple; Rebecca, Checkerboard, Ltd.; Pink Peony Vase, Freckle Chick; Peony & Dots, Good Fortune Press by Hello! Lucky; Red Peonies, Real Simple}

A Wedding Palette

Yesterday, I spent the afternoon helping my friend plan her August wedding. She has chosen a wonderful color palette of black and white with pops of bright pink and orange. I think it will be fabulous for her outside evening wedding.

{L to R from top: Mi Mi Design; Silk Chifon Twist Tank Dress, J Crew; Citrus Vodka, Martha Stewart; Boutonniere, Jennifer Dery; Rebecca Thuss; Mi Mi Design}

Romantic Vintage Wedding Details

I am a lover of all things old, particularly things of the decorative variety. There is an attention to detail in vintage creations that is unmatched today, and I find it amazing when things survive through decade after decade because someone attentively cared for them. The ribbon appliques for sale on vintagepassementerie.com thrill me. As both an admirer of flowers and someone who plays with paper and ribbon as an invitation designer, I am drawn to these mini-pieces. Imagine applying one to your special outfit, your gloves, purse or hair ornament. eInvite offers a gorgeous pink damask invitation that also evokes the past, plus there is a free downloadable customized wedding favor pattern that matches at einvite.com/favors, if you are into doing-it-yourself and saving money. The cake featured on Martha Stewart Weddings can be created with the culinary stencil from culinarystencils.com. The custom wedding dress with exquisite ruffle detail is by Elizabeth Dye at The English Department and is perfect for the brave who don't fear the froof.

Orange You Glad for Pink!

Perhaps it’s the lack of sunshine that the New England winter brings, or the prospect of spring months ahead, or maybe even the fact that Valentine’s Day is around the corner…whatever the reason, I can’t get enough of bright happy hues lately. One color combination that’s got my head all toasty is hot pink and vivid orange. Positive and cheerful, this powerful duo is perfect for shedding the winter blues. Electrify your days by adding a splash of pink and orange to your wardrobe, home décor or correspondence. Here are just a few ideas to get you warmed up…



Images from top L to R:
Monogram gathered shift dress from Banna Republic
Flare Stationery by Checkerboard Ltd. available at einvite.com
Stockholm Stad Cusion from Ikea
Bow Group Mirra clutch from Kate Spade
1950’s cotton pink and orange stripe summer dress from Paper Dress Ltd.
Cortez Pillow from Crate and Barrel
Beidermeier Side Chair from Veneman Furniture
Liza patterned peep-toe heels from jcrew.com

A Winter Wedding

Taking cues from nature, this white (with touches of pink!) winter wedding is romantic and cozy.

{Images, L to R from top: Martha Stewart Cake, Sterling & Pearls by Checkerboard on eInvite.com, Tommy Hilfiger suit from GQ, JS Boutique Strapless Pleated Taffeta Dress, mimi designs, karen wise photography, Red Orchid Design, pink champagne via snippetandink.blogspot.com, White Embassy by Crane & Co. on eInvite.com}