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This lovely combination of bold hues and the class damask pattern is an elegant theme for many types of parties - bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, dinner parties, engagement parties, holiday gatherings, etc.- Black and white damask 4-tier cake can be scaled down depending upon the occasion (image via Tres Chic)- Gorgeous table decor from HWTM- green linens, a black and white damask runner, square black plates, damask menu cards, votives and small floral arrangements- Green and black initial favor (also via HWTM)- Black and white damask zipper pouch from Etsy seller louloubell- Black chandelier from taylor creative inc
Welcome to another edition of Wedding Wednesday! This week, Kati of The Finer Things and I chose to do an engagement party based on this hunter green and gold invitation from FineStationery.com. The dark green and glimmering gold make this engagement party perfectly suited for the holidays.
- This pear tied with a golden bow and brown tag is both a favor and a place marker [via Snippet & Ink]- 5-tier gold cake with ornate green swirling vine patterns [via Rebecca Thuss] - Centerpiece made of golden roses and lush greenery [via Snippet & Ink]
Be sure to head over to The Finer Things to see Kati's version of the green and gold engagement party. I'm only giving you a sneak peek at one image today because I absolutely LOVE it! This dress is so unique, elegant and stylish. And look at the photo - don't you love the play with light and shadow on the balustrade.
Today's post was inspired by this stunning place setting which features a sparkling gold, turquoise and red plate, a turquoise fortune place card, turquoise votives and a white floral centerpiece. The other elements in this theme include:- White favor box, wrapped with turquoise paper and a gold ribbon- Boutonniere made of blue tweedia, stephanotis and rosemary, completed with a gold ribbon base- Eclectic and interesting wedding cake featuring multiple design elements in hues of turquoise, green, gold and navy- Bridal bouquet made of hydrangeas, roses and green berries- Invitation with stylish border made of gold and many other different colors from FineStationery.com
My inspiration for today's green fall wedding was this 3-tier white cake with maple leaves in hues of green and tan. The other elements that create this event are:
- Beautiful bouquet made of nerine lilies, ranunculus and various roses - Reception table decor - tan and white patterned table runner, green vases with an assortment of foliage and modern white light fixtures above - Unique boutonniere made of a slipper orchid, variegated green and white aucuba leaves and rose geranium leaves - White invitation with moss green design and envelope liner from FineStationery.com
It's time for the next edition of Wedding Wednesday. This week Kati of The Finer Things and I chose this sweet bird invitation from FineStationery.com as our inspiration for an engagement party. 
This bird and nature theme would be lovely for bridal showers, baby shower, dinner parties and more. See my pics for an engagement party below:
- Multi-tier cake with birch twigs and and gum-paste birds- Vintage postcards featuring birds and nests; would be great for table cards, decor or a different version of a guest book- Cute handmade bird cake topper by Ann Wood- Bird-topped favor boxes- White ceramic bird vase - great for a centerpiece or just as added table decor- A Perched Pair - intricate bird soaps would be wonderful as favors or wedding party gifts- Love nest soap favor- cute egg shaped soaps resting in a bird's nest- Bird's nest place card holder- Table decor featuring branch centerpieces and birdsAs soon as we picked this week's invitation I just knew that Kati would put together an amazing board and she certainly didn't disappoint! Be sure to check out The Finer Things to see her selections. 
Welcome to the next edition of Wedding Wednesday, where Kati of The Finer Things and I take one invitation and create two different event themes. Today we're creating an engagement party around this Vera Wang invitation with pink dots liner from FineStationery.com. A neat thing about this invitation is that it features a 'motif' or a little graphic that is interchangeable. I chose toasting glasses for an engagement party but you could chose an umbrella image for a baby shower, a slice of cake for a birthday party or just a pretty flower or a palm tree for any occasion(there are tons of options.) For today's post I decided to pick up the design of the envelope liner and focus my theme around multi-colored dots.
I love paper lanterns and tend to use them frequently in my event decor suggestions. They're relatively inexpensive and easy to find in any color or pattern you may need. Try using pink, yellow, green and cream paper lanterns placed evenly across your ceiling to perfectly represent the multi-color dot theme. [image via Rebecca Thuss]
For your table, select some polka dot plates to accent your main dinnerware. These polka dot dinner plates would be great chargers to a small matching solid color salad plate. Above each place setting put one of these personalized dot cluster mint tins. Use tins featuring different colors that fit your theme and be sure to alternate from place setting to place setting.
Serve a champagne drink that plays up the dots theme such as this lava lamp cocktail. The sweetened dried cranberries actually float up and down in your glass! And lastly, celebrate your engagement with an elaborate dot themed cake. The dots are actually just frosted sugar cookies!
Make sure to check out The Finer Things to see Kati's engagement party theme featuring the same invitation! Below is a little taste to whet your appetite!
Today's post features an elegant blue scroll engagement party. This theme could easily be translated into a bridal shower, a reception, a rehearsal dinner or even a formal dinner party as well.
The invitation, a beautiful blue scroll letterpress card by Dauphine Press, begins the theme. I just discovered this letterpress company and am very impressed with their designs and the customizable options they provide.
Create your table decor by combining a light blue table cloth, a silver swirl overlay, blue cloth napkins, simple white tulips and floral-edged votives. Add some stunning Vera Wang Imperial Scroll Dishes to complete the look. Serve your favorite blue concoction in these silver filigree martini glasses.
This cupcake tree will build anticipation for your dessert- scrumptious blue frosted cupcakes. Lastly, select a blue scroll wrapped favor to send home with your guests. The cupcake tree and favor images are both by the amazing Rebecca Thuss. Check out her portfolio for a brilliant collection of event ideas.
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This lovely combination of bold hues and the class damask pattern is an elegant theme for many types of parties - bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, dinner parties, engagement parties, holiday gatherings, etc.
