Petite | Moodboard Monday

We absolutely adore our P.O.S.H. Petites.  There is something so fun about putting together pieces that are fun for kids, yet make an event still sophisticated.  Today we are taking it to the kid’s table for our Monday Moodboard inspiration.

 

Images via Pinterest & Martha Stewart // Food & candy | balloons |cake | pixie birthday party | carnival party | blue party | Kelly Rucker Photography | Orion Ballroom | Andrea Polito Photography | Perez Photography

 

Countdown to 2014 | Part 2

We're sharing out favorite tablescapes of 2013 to countdown the New Year, and we did save the best for last. But first, let us wish you a very safe and happy New Year's Eve, friends. Enjoy the night by brushing up on POSH etiquette from the art of conversation to giving a toast and setting up the bar for the evening by browsing our POSH 101 series. Now, on to the pretty things.

A mixture of white Chloe goblets with Onyx and Stella black stemware on black + white striped linens from POSH Couture Rentals. Design by Todd Events. Image courtesy of Roderick Pena Photography

The TWO x TWO Gala this year was extraordinary in terms of raising money, harnessing creativity (we're looking at you Todd Events), and expressing the power of simplicity with a subtle yet striking black and white aesthetic. Todd knocked it out of the park, proving yet again why he is one of the most in-demand planners in the industry. 

Equally outstanding was this opulent beauty by wedding planner Diann Valentine. A mix of custom linens, gorgeous chairs, and silver place settings created one of the most romantic looks of the year, noted by everyone from Dallas industry vets to Grace Ormonde.  See more from this beautiful event here.

Barcelona Silver China, Floral Elegance Flatware, Silver Goblet, Silhouette Stemware. Image courtesy of Molly Hauge, MoHa Photography

Equally dear to our hearts is the Hollywood Regency shoot by Emily Clarke Weddings & Events. The Gatsby theme has proven strong this year, and with inspired tablescapes like this, we hope it sticks around. See the whole shoot here.

Place Setting: Scalloped Black Charger with Sparkle, Barcelona Gold Charger, Black Banded Dinner Plate, Black + Gold Salad Plate, Dynasty 24 Karat Flatware, Elise Cut Crystal Red and White Stemware, Onyx Champagne Flute.  All POSH Couture Rentals. Images courtesy of John Cain Photography.

Our favorite Fort Worth gal Tami Winn also won over the hearts of thousands of girls planning their weddings with this seriously sweet spread for Brides of North Texas. It nearly makes us want to renew our vows in true Southern fashion. See more images here.

Get the look with POSH - Gold Rimmed Glass Charger / mixed china collections of Gold Leaf, Gold Scroll, and Barcelona Gold / Royal Gold Stemware / Gold Lyons Flatware / Vintage Glass Compotes / Fruitwood Grand Chaivari. Images by Tracy Autem Photography.

We can't talk about fairytale place settings with out mentioning our favorite POSH Petite tablescape, inspired by none other than Peter Rabbit, by our friends at Mathes & Co. (You can bet we'll be recreating this come Easter for our little ones.)

Get the look: Place Setting - Jan Barboglio Hammered Charger / Barcelona Gold Charger / Sevres China Collection / Gold Leaf Compote + Stemware / Light Green Chloe Goblet / Floral Elegance Flatware / Fern Bengaline Moire Linen / White Brighton Petite Chairs. Image courtesy of Mathes & Co.

Tabletop Tuesday: PETITE Peter Rabbit

Can you say adorable? For the 2014 NACE Tabletop Competition, Mathes & Co. designed an incredible table for all those little POSH Petites out there . The classic childhood tale of our favorite mischievous bunny Peter Rabbit influenced this lush creation, complete with carrot-shaped favors and garden-inspired tabletop collections. The only thing missing are a few cute kiddos to enjoy this fun theme!

Get the look: Place Setting - Jan Barboglio Hammered Charger / Barcelona Gold Charger / Sevres China Collection / Gold Leaf Compote + Stemware / Light Green Chloe Goblet / Floral Elegance Flatware / Fern Bengaline Moire Linen / White Brighton Petite Chairs / 

Petite: Stripe Party

From left: A stylish kids table with P.O.S.H. Petite Avalon Chairs in Black and Red and our Black + White Stripe Linen. Photography by Lynn Michelle. // Black + White paper goods from Martha Stewart featured on A Night Owl

The pattern we're loving most right now is stripes of every color. It's a classic staple when it comes to decor and fashion. And best of all, it easily transitions to every tabletop you've ever wanted to create. Take the kids table (above, right) designed by Di Fiori: It fit into the theme of the wedding in the front of the venue and allowed the kiddos to feel like they were truly a part of a special day while keeping them occupied. We like the idea of using it for summer parties and gathering as well, complete with kid stations full of fun treats and drinks. We want to know, how do you incorporate your P.O.S.H. petites into your events?
 

Petite: Sophisticated Baby Showers

She's having a bebe, baby! Time to get ready for a posh baby shower. Image via Pinterest.

What would a Mother's Day week be without a nod to all the new moms out there? While we will always love the tradition of pink and blue baby showers, we'd like to shower new moms with a truly posh feel. A sophisticated setting of black, white, and gold is perfect for modern moms and a Coco Chanel inspired shower is just the thing for the slightly more traditional yet stylish mother-to-be.

Chanel Bebe No. 2 inspired shower. / Design and photography by Pixy Studios. Image courtesy of Belle the Magazine.

Pixy Studios threw the adorable shower above for a friend, and we're taking note. We love the nod to "bebe" number two with the Chanel No. 5 inspired invitations. If you have them, vintage Chanel pieces would be fun additions to the centerpieces. We also like the idea of milk glass on the buffet of what are undoubtedly the most craved foods - salty french fries, bread, Oreos, and donuts! See the full gallery here.

Milk and cupcakes served by the hostess (left) and a sweet note for the mother and child (right). Design and photography by Hazelnut Photography. Images courtesy of on to baby

Black and white sophistication for an elegant baby shower. Design and photography by Hazelnut Photography.
Images courtesy of on to baby.

How about the sweet sophistication of this elegant black and white shower by the ladies at Hazelnut Photography, who both designed the shower and took the cute images above. Our favorite part is definitely the incorporation of a wooden train throughout the tablescape. This shower is perfectly styled to honor both mother and child in a cute and stylish way. For more images, click here.

Style your own sophisticated shower with P.O.S.H.: Gold Chiavari Chairs, Black Scalloped Edge Charger, White Chloe Goblet, Gold Parisian Flatware, Milk Glass, Black + White Striped Linens, Baily Stripe in Black or White.
xx

Petite: Eloise + Brooklyn

Eloise leaving The Plaza? It only makes sense that she'd head to Brooklyn.

Don't we all have a fondness for Eloise and her life at The Plaza? Talk about every little girl's dream. Eloise has been turning six every year since 1955 and living it up in the Upper East Side (our kinda girl!). Even though she's not growing up anytime soon, she is developing her hipster sensibilities by moving into the fab Wythe Hotel in Brooklyn. Illustrator Joana Avillez captures the hilarious and very Eloise daily trails in her immortalized youth last month in New York Magazine. 

Image via New York Magazine.

Image via New York Magazine.

The new illustrations freshen up the history of Eloise without losing any of the pizazz we were used to at The Plaza. At P.O.S.H., we have our own little Eloise, Laurel's pint-size pistol Chloe. Like Eloise, she will be turning six this year, has the same penchant for creating her own fun, had a nickname for everyone she met while staying at The Plaza, and knows all about Brooklyn thanks to Solange Knowles. The new story line reminded us of Eloise-themed decor that Chloe would approve of for a petite buffet and tables. Read all about it and get inspired for your own P.O.S.H.Petite tablescape here.

From left, Chloe tries out the silver Mercedes at Bergdorf's during her first NYC trip last summer. / An Eloise themed buffet is too cute. More images here. /  Chloe hanging from the rafters at The Plaza. Just kidding. That's Chloe is her first television commercial, hanging from the monkey bars.

 

The Shift: Petite to Adult Tables

What better way to transform your event than with two equally fabulous table designs, one for the kids and one for the adults. Working with a Chanel-inspired theme, the POSH Petite table incorporates the same patterns and color theory in a darling display of pink and black as its more adult counterpart, the simple yet stunning sophistication addition of mirrors and white with black and pink. Infusing beautiful design into an event should be appreciated by the whole family, after all.  

Get the look with P.O.S.H.

PETITE: Paris Plaid linen from Resource One, exclusively at POSH, Light Pink Avalon petite chair, Black Acrylic Charger, Pink Polka Dot China Collection.

POSH: A mirrored tabletop sets the stage for elegance. Try our Silver Bead Chargers, Artesian or Parisian Gold Flatware, Silhouette Stemware, and White Chloe Goblets.  

Petite: Pull up a chair

Most moms we know, including us, like the idea of incorporating our children into our special events. If you're afraid that means losing the aesthetic you've worked hard to achieve for your event, look no further than our POSH Petite line. From the Avalon and Petite Chiavari to the Nantucket, these adorable additions are perfect for pulling up a chair for you kiddos. Just take a look at what some of our clients have done with their POSH Petite rentals. 

Top: This little cutie is Sadie, photography by KARA NICOLE PHOTOGRAPHY, courtesy of SHAG CARPET RENTAL. Clockwise from top left, AVALON pastel wood chairs, BRIGHTON bright color wood chairs, CHIAVARI petite chairs, NANTUCKET white wood chairs with chalkboard backs. All available at POSH COUTURE RENTALS.

Our clients have brought POSH Petite to weddings, birthday parties, and opening nights. Clockwise from top right, EMILY CLARKE PIPSQUEAK EVENTS used the pale pink Avalon chair for her daughter's carnival themed birthday. Image courtesy of Andrea Polito Photography. / The wedding of dear friends at DI FIORI incorporated bold kid tables with black and white striped linens and black and red Brighton chairs in their wedding. Image courtesy of Lynn Michelle Photography. / Mathes and Co. show us the perfect example of POSH Petite at a wedding. The transfered the same theme used throughout the adults table to a sweet children's table with light pink Chiavari chairs. Image courtesy of Mathes and Co.

Tabletop Tuesday: Floral Elegance

Rentals include, Ivory Chiavari with cushion, Ivory Cottonesse Linen. POSH Couture Rentals. Ivory/Gold Floral Tulle Overlay by RESOURCE ONE Linens, exclusively at POSH.

Jacqueline Hill of Jacqueline Hill Events designed this luscious tabletop with inspiration from nature (and keeping in mind the overwhelming Texas heat) and the flora and fauna we miss when we bring receptions inside. She thought of everything, even a kids table for the precious petites in your life.

Rentals include, Silver and Gold Bead Chargers, Sevres China Collection, Floral Elegance Flatware, and Gold Lace Stemware.

What a gorgeous setting for your big day! Our favorite detail? Out of the Garden's details, from the green charger to the floral centerpieces (above). The kid's table (below), has the perfect mix of whimsy and luxe (it is still for a wedding, after all). The tree stumps are too cute! We also have Petite chiavari chairs to even out the tabletop.

Rentals include, Ivory Cottonesse linen with Ivory Hemstitch napkins, Silver Beaded Charger, Sevres China, Floral Elegance Flatware, Vintage Carnival Glassware.

This gorgeous tabletop was published for Brides of North Texas, Spring 2013. Thanks BoNT and Jacqueline Hill Events for including us in this amazing spread!

Designer | Jacqueline Hill - Jacqueline Hill Events & Design
Photographer | Perez Photography
Venue | The Room on Main
Florals | Out of the Garden
Invitations, place cards, menu, children's coloring book | Imaj Design
Cake | Sugar Bee Sweets
Bridal Gown | Bliss Bridal Salon
Bridesmaid dress, flower girl dress | Bella Bridesmaid
China, stemware, flatware, linens, children's table | Posh Couture Rentals

To Do: Alley's House 9th Annual Art Auction

There is only one thing better than buying art, and that's buying art for a great cause. Fortunately for you, tomorrow you can do just that by heading down to the Gallery at Midtown. Proceeds will benefit alley's house, which you know as a nonprofit near and dear to our hearts. alley's house empowers teen mothers and their children by supporting them as they achieve financial and education independence. The live auction this year will feature many Texas artists, including two live art paintings. For me details on the event and featured artists, please visit alley's house blog here.

 

Petite: Pipsqueak Events

We were already impressed by the talented Emily Clarke for her wedding and event planning, but with Pipsqueak events, she takes party planning for your young ones to the next level. Knowing this, we were super excited to see her while perusing our favorite mom reads - D Moms Daily and DFW Child. Her creativity knows no ends, and we love how she used the P.O.S.H. Petite line for this birthday celebration. Check out the images and links below.

Top left image via D MOMS DAILY /  Top right images via EMILY CLARKE / Middle row images via DFW CHILD / Bottom: Design and planning by PIPSQUEAK EVENTS / Rentals by P.O.S.H. PETITE RENTALS and P.O.S.H. COUTURE RENTALS / Images courtesy of ANDREA POLITO PHOTOGRAPHY

  
Read the D Moms Daily post here.
Read the DFW Child article online here.
Emily Clarke Weddings & Events | Pipsqueak Party Planner
 

Monday Moodboard: Haute Mama

It's officially back to school day in Dallas! Laurel and Jami were mothers before they became business owners, which means they don't have time to sweat the small stuff, have learned to balance work and home life, and get incredibly inspired by other moms who are doing the same thing. Because of this, today's Moodboard is for the haute mama who appreciates style and beauty, loves her family, and basically works her tail off to get the job done! In all seriousness, we are inspired by the amazing women on this board and the awesome work they have done professionally and personally. We hope you enjoy these iconic images, plus the petite-inspired pieces we threw in.

1. You may already know textile designer Lulu deKwiatkowski (her vivid and crazy prints are huge in Montauk and in her hometown of Los Angeles), but have you seen her adorable children's line for Schumacher? Eight printed and seven embroidered cottons come in various patterns and hues, from elephants to florals (as shown above). We've fallen for Lulu DK all over again, and you will too! Check out her adult line here and children's line here.
2. Jerry Hall with her children. The gorgeous Texan actually looks even more glorious when basking in the light of her children. 
3. Milk and cookies - need we say more?
4. Jackie O: If you look up chic mother in the dictionary, you will find this face.
5. Natalie Vodianova is a Russian beauty you've undoubtedly seen in the pages of Vogue and more, but it's her work with the Naked Heart Foundation that inspires us. As founder of the charity organization, she makes sure kids all over the world have a safe and inspiring place to play.
6. An Eloise inspired birthday party. Petite chiavari chairs, and, of course, lots of pink!
7. Lulu DK Child 'Sky' fabric in baby blue. Didn't we say you'd love her?

Petite: Back to School

It's that time of year again - back to school! It's a bittersweet time, isn't it? The kiddos are still excited to go to school while you're thinking the years are going by way to fast. Childhood disappears in the blink of an eye, that's why POSH Petite likes to help you cherish the little things (backyard BBQs), the big things (birthdays!), and everything in between. Whatever your budget, we'll help you do just that with style and fun. We took inspiration from Lauren Newton, a client who recently used our children line for a few small parties, to stir up our own back-to-school ideas to wish you and your precious petite a great school year!

Rentals: (Left) Scalloped Pink Charger, Pink Polka Dot China, Vintage Carnival Glassware, Petite Chairs (various colors available) // (Right) Pink Polka Dot Salad Plate, Gold Scroll Glass, Pink Cottanesse Linen (GBS), Pink and Silver Petite Chiavari Chairs.

(Left): Pink Petite Chiavari Chairs, White Cottanesse Linen (GBS), Pink Chevron Runner (client's own) // (Right) Back to school goodies for fun and organizing: Vera Bradley backpack, Lilly Pulitzer backpack, Paul Frank alarm clock and notebook, Lilly Pulitzer pencils

(From left): Kiernan Shipka of Mad Men fame, wearing Oscar de la Renta childrens (image via George&Ruby), Oscar de la Renta Childrens Fall 2012, Target school uniforms.

Thanks to Lauren Newton for sharing her charming Petite tabletops with us! Want to share yours on the blog? Contact us here. 

Tabletop Tuesday: Girls Just Wanna Have Fun

Cyndi Lauper may have immortalized the phrase, but it was a POSH Petite Board Member (Laurel’s adorable daughter Chloe) that reminded us: Girls Just Wanna  Have Fun. Dressing up for 80s Day at school, Chloe’s layered lace, leggings, and teased hair inspired us to change up tabletop Tuesday with a throwback eighties theme. Whether you’re planning for your own posh petite cutie or a fun adult party, this decadent decade provides a dramatic background for your next event. Start with our exclusive Resource One Paris Plaid with black sequin trim linen. It’s reminiscent of vintage eighties Chanel prints, but the sequins take it to a new and fun level. Toss in the modern Onyx glassware, and you’ve got one wonderfully layered and luxe tabletop. For adults, we would suggest adding a few candles for an over-the-top tablescape, but we’re afraid of what could happen with all of that hairspray! Whatever you decide, this is sure to be a tabletop treat that gets guests in the mood.

Who knew the eighties could look so cute? Chloe (left) proves that layers and lace can be a showstopper. Just add a side ponytail and a little bit of attitude and you're all set! The POSH Petite tabletop (right) carries off the theme with aplomb. Rentals: Children's round table with Pink Chiavari Chairs, Paris Plaid linen (Resource One, exclusively ours), Black Acrylic Round Chargers, Pink Polka Dot China, Onyx Glassware, Cupcake Ferris Wheel; all POSH Couture Rentals.

Clockwise from top left: Our Eighties Mood Board. Cyndi Lauper's iconic album, Katy Perry's 80s throwback video ("Last Friday Night"), Molly Ringwald in Pretty in Pink, the ultimate teen - Sarah Jessica Parker as a young Carrie Bradshaw, cult classic Girls Just Want to Have Fun, starring SJP and Helen Hunt. Of course, we couldn't leave out two more stars of the decade: neon bangles and Aqua Net.

Plan: Petite Parties

We love a good party, and that extends to the little ones we have running around. We're not the only ones thinking this -- everyone from Oscar de la Renta and DVF to J. Crew's Crewcuts has managed to keep your kids looking fresh and cute. We picked some of our favorite looks (which have ranges from newborn to age 14) and treats. So the next time you call on POSH Petite for a party, keep these other goodies in mind.

1 & 2: Blooms Candy & Soda Pop Shop | 3: Tiff's Treats Cookie Delivery Service (comes with ice-cold milk!) | 4. Gucci Kids | 5. Hadleigh's Bespoke Lifestyle Baby Slippers (a Dallas must-have) | 6. Oscar de la Renta Childrens | 7. DVF Loves GapKids Collection (currently available in Paris, Tokyo, Brussels and Hong Kong) | 8. Oscar de la Renta Childrens

POSH Petite: Alley's House

POSH Petite Rentals is proud to donate this month's proceeds to Alley's House.
Thank you Northwood Country Club, Jennifer Royal, and Mathes and Co for your children's chair rentals and supporting our local community charities. Together we can make a difference.

If you want to learn more about POSH Petite Rentals and the charitable organizations we support, please call 972-818-3200 or email info@poshcouturerentals.com.

Tabletop Tuesday: POSH Petite

As you can see from the previous post, we had the chance to contribute to the Salvation Army's Fashion Show Auxiliary Luncheon yesterday. Here is a peek at the POSH Petite line dreamed up by Jami Goetze and Laurel Howell - perfect for a birthday party or children's area at your next event or wedding.

Our ladies love Serendipity, the New York City cafe known for it's over-the-top Frrrozen Hot Chocolate and sweets and treats. We extended the theme to our girls table with a serendipitous birthday party, complete with pink polka dot plates, hot pink scalloped chargers, pink carnival glasses, and black and white striped linens.  The buffet held an adorable ferris wheel cupcake holder with a variety of pedestals, platters, and milk glass for treats from Society Bakery.

Surprises come in small packages: These miniature pink chiavari chairs pack a punch. What little girl wouldn't want this for a birthday party? This is also perfect for a flower girl table at your wedding.

The girls aren't the only ones having fun. We went with a nautical theme for the boys. Orange cups and footed bowls, rattan charges, and navy linens were a hit for little sailors.