Plan: Fall Fête

It's way to hot to do anything less than dream about cooler weather. So in the regard, we're perusing magazines and blogs for inspiration for our Autumn Ardor mood board. Are you already thinking about the direction of your Fall fêtes? Your party and tabletops should  be a direct reflection of your personality, and no one personalizes place settings better than P.O.S.H. Overwhelmed of where to start? Think about what you like - from the blogs you read to your wardrobe purchases and get inspired. We've created a fun diagram to determine your muse and signature P.O.S.H. style for the season to help things along. It's time to play with patterns!

Do you fall for the bohemian glamour of Texas girl Jerry Hall, the luxurious high-end aesthetic of Lee Radziwill, the sophisticated starlet style of Grace Kelly, or the pretty and polished look of new mom Kate Middleton.

Pretty: Leopard Charger, Simply Ivory China, Amber Goblet, Leopard China / Sophisticated: Resource One faux snake skin linen, Barcelona Silver China

Ornate: Gold Pebbled Charger, Gold Leaf Stemware, Green Vintage Carnival Glassware, Dynasty 24 Karat Flatware, Floral Elegance Flatware, Copper Metallic Charger / Haute: Onyx Stemware, Carmen Black + Gold China, Metallic Brocade Linen from Resource One, exclusively at POSH. 

 

Tabletop Tuesday: Love is in the Air

An overhead shot of the gorgeous tabletop. All images by Helmutwalker Photography. Published in Brides of North Texas Fall 2103

Today's tabletop Tuesday is a true treat: A sneak peek into the gorgeous pagers of the Fall 2013 issue of Brides of North Texas, which has proven itself to be the top-rated bridal magazine in Texas. Every page is filled with inspiration for future brides, and even for those of us who have already had our big day but love perusing inspiration boards to get ideas for future events. Crystal Frasier of Crystal Frasier Weddings teamed up with several talented vendors for the Fall issue, creating a romantic and whimsical design that has us falling in love with tablescapes all over again. Sometimes sticking with the classics is the perfect polished look you're looking for an unforgettable day. 

A beautiful invitation to set the tone for the event from Imaj Design.

Silvers and whites with the place settings are set off by a gorgeous natural arrangement of florals from We + You.

The full place setting from POSH includes: Mottahedeh White Lace Charger, Sophia Silver Dinner Plate, Gold Leaf Salad Plate and B&B, Michelangelo Flatware, Silver Goblet, and Silver Floral Lace Goblet and Champagne Flute

A close up of the POSH Place Setting with menu card. We love how Crystal mixed our silver and gold collections for a truly personalized look to this classic tabletop. Shown: Sophia China Dinner Plate, Gold Leaf Salad and B&B Plates.

A close up of the beautiful flowers from We + You.

Toast to a memorable evening with Silver Floral Lace Champagne Flute and Goblet, and the Silver Goblet, all from POSH.

Wildflower Linens provided fun chiavari chair treatments that add a touch of whimsy to this romantic setting. Chiavaris from POSH.

The Hospitality Sweet created delicious tasting (and looking) confections (shown above and below).

Throw a POSH Picnic

With the last month of summer sure to fly by, we're dreaming of last minute excursions to the lake or coast for a POSH picnic with close friends and loved ones. Gather together an array of artisan cheeses and meats, fresh fruit, white wine, lemonade for the little ones, and perhaps even a pie or baked goods. We like to make the whole experience memorable, so we pick an assortment of china and glassware that fits the vibe and makes a good backdrop for a festive afternoon of great conversation and fun photo ops. Our new P.O.S.H. Vintage Collection is a fun alternative to the typical paper plates and plastic tableware. It's the perfect intimate setting to celebrate birthdays, pop a big question (future grooms - hint, hint), or make your kiddos feel really special and get out in nature. 

Seaside picnic with assorted china plates and saucers. Set the tone with candles, seashells, and textured linens and blankets.

Can't make it to the lake? Turtle Creek is the perfect place for an Uptown picnic.

If sitting on the ground isn't your cup of tea, our white folding chairs are an easy way to provide comfortable seating with minimal setup and space. Decorate with pompoms for a fun affair.

 

Planning a really special moment on your picnic? Be sure to take the proper place setting to set the stage for success. Sevres China and Royal Gold Champagne Flutes are our top picks. Photo credit: Karlisch Photography

Agenda: August

August in Texas means triple-digit temperatures and heat stroke, which means we're hitting the road y'all for end of summer getaways - some for fun, some for business. After Jami caught a week-long National Premier Baseball Championship with her oldest son (did you see the adorable - sorry, Joseph, I mean, handsome - picture of him pitching in Lubbock?), she headed to D.C., NYC, and New Jersey to visit family. (Jami, we hope all those Cake Boss pictures in Hoboken means you're bringing us back some serious goodies!) If we were with her, we would make sure to hit all of the Mr.'s restaurants in D.C.: Founding Farmers and Farmers Fishers Bakers, the award-winning and crazy delicious restaurants on every top brunch and lunch lists you can find in the area. Now, if we can only talk Joe into bringing the chicken and waffles or grilled cheeseburger to us!

Founders Farmers and Farmers Fishers Bakers award-winning drinks and meals. From left: The best Bloody Mary ever, the Best Day of Your Life brunch featuring chicken and waffles, and the much written about grilled cheeseburger. Yum!

Laurel is striking out too. She's been pounding the pavement to source a uniquely curated selection of vintage tabletop for our new P.O.S.H. Vintage Collection, with goods ranging from Pink Depression ribbed footed sherbet compotes to amber chalices and an eclectic assortment of fine china to make every meal memorable. We can hardly wait to share more with you. Stay tuned!
 

P.O.S.H. Vintage: From left: A selection of the personally curated collection of dinner plates; our exclusive of Robins Egg Blue Limoges Dinner Plates; a quick peek at the Depression-era glassware, from amber and pink to dark blue.

Those of us sticking around for staycations are catching up on our favorite blogs and planning our own alfresco dinners and backyard (or maybe indoor/air-conditioned) happy hours. To get inspired and brush up on etiquette, we've been reading the Bergdorf Goodman blog 5th/58th posts on e-etiquette, David Stark's entertaining tips, and the art of handwritten letters. With Fall just around the corner, it's time to plan before the hectic social season is in full swing. Be sure to follow us this month as we offer tips on transitioning your tabletop from summer to fall, etiquette and tabletop questions, plus a few guest posts from our muses.

From left: E-etiquette, party planning with David Stark, letter writing. Photo courtesy of Bergdorf Goodman

WW: True Romance

Tami Winn always seems to work with the sweetest couples, and these high school sweethearts are no exception. This Fort Worth wedding captured an evening of magic moments that we had to share with you. Seriously, if you could bottle up a romantic Southern wedding, it would have all the details you'll find in these images by Tracy Autem Photography: True love, the perfect paper goods, a memorable array of seating and china to feast the eyes, personalized details that capture the couples Texas roots, and, of course, true romance that started young and matured together. Be sure to check out Sarah and Michael's full wedding gallery here. 

Planning, design and all floral by Tami Winn Events

Royal Gold Stemware, Sevres China Collection, Fruitwood Chiavari 

by  Posh Couture Rentals

All Photography by Tracy Autem Photography

 

Tabletop Tuesday: Veritas

Neiman Marcus recently revealed a stunning tabletop featuring a glorious assortment of Veritas Glass for their Conclave event. Veritas founder and designer Kathleen Allen focuses on a precise art form of gilded optic crystal glass. Allen's work is a one of true craftmanship, with her lamps, vases, and candlesticks taking hundreds of hours to complete to offer you a gold standard in tabletop decor. We were proud to partner with her on this tablescape that expresses the reflection of light and and luxury. Veritas will be available at Neiman Marcus this fall, but for now you can learn more about the brand and products here. 

Recreate your own stunning tabletop with P.O.S.H. Couture Rentals: Hand Cut Glass Charger, Gold Leaf China Collection, Floral Elegance Flatware, Royal Gold Stemware, White Hemstitch Napkins, and Antique White Shantung Linens.

 

If You're Thinking Tiffany Blue

Tiffany Blue...The iconic color strikes several images in our heads. Specifically, the little blue box desired by brides the world over, the simple elegance of real luxury, Breakfast at Tiffany's, and, as of late, The Great Gatsby's collection of beautiful jewelry. We loved the look of Kate Hudson's Tiffany Blue dress and thought it would look beautiful translated to tabletop. We added just a touch with our Tiffany Blue napkin with crystal elements and couture flatware, perfect for a dream wedding or anniversary party. 

Get the look with P.O.S.H. 

Hand Cut Glass Charger, Vera Wang Dinner Plate, Christofle Flatware, Silver Goblet, and Riedel Stemware with a Tiffany Blue napkin and Swarovski Crystal napkin ring from Resource One, exclusively at P.O.S.H.