This Just In // Arte Italica Cream Charger

Just in time for holiday planning, our new Arte Italica Cream Charger has officially landed in Dallas. The storied Italian brand salvaged and reclaimed antique molds for these handmade ceramic chargers. The name Finezza means "reclaimed", and we couldn't be more thrilled with the painstaking work that goes into each piece. Curated by Jami and Laurel to mix with our POSH Vintage Collection and couture pieces, it is literally the only accessory you need to make a bold yet elegant statement with your tabletop. We are adding more to this collection come Spring. Stay in the loop and be the first to know when new items arrive by signing up for our newsletter.

WW // Bohemian Rhapsody

The Stone Fox Bride Sarah led down the aisle (left) and her bohemian tabletop (right). Photography by Stacy Newgent.

With all the beautiful weddings we see, it's hard not to have a #WeddingWednesday on the blog (Texas vendors and planners know how to do it right, y'all.) Today, however, we are inspired by a West Coast wedding featuring the anti-traditional team of Stone Fox Bride. Their vibe is anti-bridezilla, and their brides's Big Day always looks like the best party you wish you were invited to. The wedding of Sarah and Tom came across our blog feed, and we immediately fell in love with the chill mix of tradition meets bohemian rhapsody. It also fits the autumn looks we're feeling right now, so we picked our favorite POSH pieces inspired by this breathtaking wedding (which you can see in it's entirety here.). Are you in love with this look like we are?

Love the autumnal mix in the floral runner. Get the look with POSH with a white hemstitch overlay and jute linen with our new crossback cafe chairs.

Clockwise from top left: New Floral Damask linens in Silver, Ivory, and Taupe. / New crossback chair // Vintage amber goblets / A mix of couture and vintage for the perfect place setting: Gold Bead Glass Charger, vintage dinner and salad plates, vintage crystal cordials, mixed Michelangelo and Floral Elegance flatware, white hemstitch napkin

 

Tabletop Tuesday: Hollywood Regency

The glitz and glamor of the 30's Golden Age has made a major comeback in terms of event styling. Bringing in theatrical elements and luxe details, Emily Clarke channeled the look and feel of Hollywood Regency for Brides of North Texas in this polished and plush tabletop. Art Deco influences show up in the place settings with and crystal stemware with rich black and white hues mixed with gold while a geometric element in the linen. Perfect for the modern bride who wants to put a spin on tradition or tastemaker with a flair for the dramatic. Jean Harlow, eat your heart out. (To see a behind-the-scenes look by When It Clicks, visit 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.

A close up of the geometric details of the Barcelona Gold Charger - a perfect choice for the Art Deco look.

The drama continues with sweets luxuriously stacked as true confections should.

Boxwood walls create an added wow factor which tease guests arriving with the concept about to great them.

Beautifully lush florals add depth and drama to the tabletops.

To top it off, tent the head table with fabulous bold colors.

Design, EMILY CLARKE WEDDINGS AND EVENTS / Photography, JOHN CAIN PHOTOGRAPHY / Venue, FOUR SEASONS DALLAS / Florist, LUSH COUTURE FLORAL / Tent, boxwood wall, FAUXCADES / Sweets, THE HOSPITALITY SWEET / Linens, LA TAVOLA / Invitations, paper elements, EMILY CLARKE WEDDINGS AND EVENTS

Presentation // Time to Shine

Champagne Coups get the Fall treatment with fresh apple cider and stacked champagne towers.

It's time to toast our favorite time of year, and there is only one thing to remember - PRESENTATION IS EVERYTHING. 

We asked Jami and Laurel to give us insight into the top tabletop trends for the upcoming season, and one thing continues to catch everyone's eye - bright and shiny additions like crystal and cut glass. Bring in luxe details that stand out, like bubble bars with coups rather than flutes and stacked champagne towers to really set a celebratory scene. Laurel loves Fall ciders, which we see making an appearance in October with our champagne coups.

For tabletop, go with Jami's favorite look - a mix of bone and ceramic china with crystal pieces. You will instantly upgrade the most simple place setting to a plush tabletop in no time. For parties pass drinks in a combination of vintage crystal coups, cordials, flutes, and goblets for a Gatsbyesque feel that is making a huge mark this Fall. If all else fails, pick a piece of crystal to show off, and toast the season in style.
 

An array of POSH Vintage crystal champagne flutes, cordials, and compotes for toasting the season.

Just In: Haute Seats

If you're thinking about...A timeless vintage bride, or in this case, Nicole Kidman, go with the Distressed Ivory Chiavari Chair / A Parisian tea party with the ladies, go with the Crossback Chair.

Make sure guests are in the haute seat with the Distressed Ivory Chiavari and Crossback Farm Chair. Available in October, our two favorite new looks for seating will be here just in time for Fall teas, weddings, and outdoor parties, so you enjoy this beautiful wedding in high style.  While they shine alone, there are countless ways to customize the chairs with personalized floral and chair treatments. How will you use our new chairs? Start planning.

See more stylings of these chairs on our Pinterest board to ensure your guests sit in the lap of luxury.

Love the Look // Leopard

Animal prints always make a strong statement come time for cool weather. And, as we all know, leopard is a neutral that never goes out of style. If you can pull off an animal print accessory, then you should be able to bring that look to your tabletop for a personalized look. Whether it's just a hint of leopard with a custom linen alongside a chic and timeless china pattern, like Gold Scroll China (shown left, above) with Christofle Flatware, then you can pull off of the animal print with an Amber Goblet or Elise Cut Crystal Stemware. However, if you really want to make a statement (and why not?!), then produce an outstanding tabletop with the complete Leopard China set that will have all your guests wanting to take a walk on the wild side. It takes a special woman to pick leopard for her place setting, and we want to be her friend. 

Get the look: Left, Gold Scroll Dinner Plate, Christofle Flatware // Right, Jan Barboglio Hammered Copper Charger, Leopard Dinner and Salad Plate. 
 

WW: Ornate Beauty

An ornate place setting designed by Jordan Payne. Photography by Thisbe Grace Photography. POSH place setting: Gold Bead Glass Charger, Sevres Dinner Plate, Classico Water Goblet.

We were thrilled to see this feature on CeciStyle Magazine with a luxurious Napa Valley wedding. Jordan Payne of Jordan Payne Events created an opulent affair for bride and groom Alice and Jason. Jordan's creative counterpart - the award-winning Ceci Johnson of Ceci New York, created an invitation suites that captured the ornate details of the event in paper form. We feel about Alice the way we sure Jordan and Ceci did, she is the epitome of the modern bride - elegant, enchanting, and appreciative of the details that take tradition with a twist to reflect their lifestyle and attitude. In other words, Alice is a POSH bride after our own hearts. 
 

Alice, the gorgeous bride on her Big Day. Image by Thisbe Grace Photography.

An opulent setting fit for a modern day princess.  Image by Thisbe Grace Photography.

Image by Thisbe Grace Photography.

Image by Thisbe Grace Photography.

Image by Thisbe Grace Photography.

Invitation suite by Ceci NY. Image by Thisbe Grace Photogrpahy

Alice's wedding invitation suite (above) and her glorious wedding inspired Ceci to create her own photoshoot around opulent details, as well as floral masterpieces that can only be described as true works of art. Her crowning achievement (below) can also be seen on her blog. Go here to see all of the amazing images of the events and her creative process.

Ceci's model wearing a floral crown at a photoshoot inspired by the Jordan Payne wedding of Alice and Jason.

Further inspiration for the ornate floral crown. Image courtesy of Ceci New York.

This creation of the floral crown. Image courtesy of Ceci New York.

Now, who is sufficiently inspired to create a beautiful event? Thanks Ceci and Jordan for sharing this wonderful event with us. We can't wait to see what you both come up with next!

UPDATE: Alice and Jason's wedding was also featured on Grace Ormonde's Wedding Style. See it all here.