To Do: Weekend Checklist

Our weekends To-Do's involve fulfilling our print love for beautiful wallpapers from U.S. artists, as well as a local Hockaday grad; checking out the new Tory Burch Foundation site (Tory, sigh, we love you.); buying tickets for the latest play to hit The Lexus Broadway Series at AT&T Performing Arts Center; and--fingers crossed--securing spots to see Florence + The Machine at the Texas State Fair. Other than that, we'll be catching up with our favorite people on Facebook and Pinterest. Be sure to check us out!

1. We're always inspired by new prints, whether they're for our tabletops or our walls. When we came across these modern prints from national artists, we knew we had to share them with you. // Top: How great is this Bond Girls wallpaper by Vital Collection by Jordi Labanda? And who says toile has to be stuffy? We love this awesome Posada Dumbo Toile by Dan Funderburgh, which depicts the Brooklyn Bridge. // Bottom: Also catching our attention, Fabrics&Papers prints in Cheetah, Lobster Quadrille, and Verve Embroidered (which reminded us of our new Calatrava Bridge!). 
2. Tory Burch understands working moms and the entreprenerial spirit, so it's no surprise her Tory Burch Foundation invests in the success and sustainability of women-owned businesses--a lady after our own hearts! Her new website features great resources for women looking to launch a business.
3. War Horse! The award-winning play (and film) caught our attention when it won it's first Tony. We can't wait to see Albert and his beloved horse Joey burst to live at the Winspear Opera House later this month. (Dates: Sept. 12-23)
4. Happy Cactus  Designs caught our eye at St. Michael's Woman's Exchange, and it turns out this beautifully designed stationery line is local. Hockaday grad Brannon Cullum set up shop in Austin, Texas, operating and designing papers you'll want to get your hands on soon. 
5. It's nearly time for the Texas State Fair. While the food and fun will make for great family time, we're hoping to catch the fiery red Florence Welch as she makes a Dallas appearance. In a world full of auto-tune, you'll appreciate her amazing vocal chops, plus her theatrical stage antics (think Stevie Nicks with a bigger production). Sold? You just wait. (Images via here and here.)
 

FNO Dallas: IsabellaRose + Louboutin

What are you plans for Fashion's Night Out? If you're in Dallas, you have quite a few options - from runways at the Galleria with Pinkmemo, cocktails and shopping at Northpark, and art and fashion at Highland Park Village. (For a full list of events, check here.) While it's hard to pick one spot to spend the evening, we're planning on checking in at Kristy Stubbs Gallery in Highland Park Village to see the eleven-year-old wunderkind Isabella Rose Taylor who, among a zillion brilliant qualities, just happens to be a member of Mensa, an artist whose work is well known in Austin, and the fashion designer behind the IsabellaRose teen fashion line. Did we mention she's only eleven? She's a great example of hard work and dedication for our POSH petites, and we couldn't be more thrilled to be a part of her evening with Todd King. If you're around, be sure to get out and support a this wonderful young lady. If teen clothing isn't your thing, don't worry. Walk next door to the Christian Louboutin to get first dibs on the three exclusive designs which symbolize the Year of the Dragon launched specifically for FNO. Be sure to grab your platform peep toe, men's slipper, or iPhone case because you can only get these embellished beauties in three cities - Dallas, New York, and Los Angeles. (Read more here.) We're already so inspired, we decided to share our own Year of the Dragon tabletop. 

This: Christian Louboutin exclusive FNO Year of the Dragon platform peep toe, men's slipper, and iPhone case. // That: Black Asian Dragon linen (Resource One, exclusively at POSH Couture Rentals), Red Chloe Goblet, Red Glass Charger, Black + Gold China Collection. // See more POSH Asian influence below from DSM Curtain Call Opening Gala.

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Wedding Roundup: Design is in the Details

Is there anything more inspiring than real weddings? We especially love it when the bride and groom personalities come through in the design and details of the event. Kudos to Emily Clarke Events and Branching Out for their fantastic work with TCU alums Perri and Emanuel at their Dallas wedding. Our favorite detail? It's a tie between incorporating traditional Romanian elements and dances (the groom came to TCU from Romania to play tennis) to the late night treats from Whataburger. (Hey, when you're dancing the night away, there's nothing better!). We've shared a few of our favorite moments below, but be sure to check out the entire gallery on photographer Taylor Lord's website here. 

All images via Taylor Lord.

We love a peacock theme, and this wedding by Mary-Francis Hurt for DFW Events took it to a whole new level. Brook Carreker and Nick Schuttler had a colorful wedding complete with said peacocks in every detail, from the centerpieces to the feathers that waved the newly weds on to their getaway car. It's a truly inspiring wedding. It was too hard to pick a favorite image, so be sure to check out the full gallery on DFW Events here. 

Can you say fairytale wedding? Photography by Edmonson Photography.

 

Get the look with these POSH pieces, used in the weddings above: Melon Cottonesse linen, French Blue Shantung linen, Ivory Circle Ribbon Taffeta linen (Resource One, exclusively at POSH Couture Rentals), Simply Ivory China, Gold Chiavari. All rentals at POSH Couture Rentals.

Tabletop Tuesday: Under the Big Top

If you're around Dallas from September 28th - October 21st, you can't help but notice the greatest state fair in the world. Whether your weakness is the ferris wheel or sugary, fried concoctions, there is something for everyone. So when Emily Clarke  of Emily Clarke and Company thought of Fall, she thought of someone near and dear to the heart of Texans -- Big Tex, the icon of the Texas state fair. For weddings and children's events, what's a more whimsical background than a magical fairground? Emily brought that same feeling of fun and enchantment to her shoot for the Brides of North Texas Fall 2012 issue. We love the mixture of deep reds juxtaposed with softer tones. It already has us dreaming of cotton candy!

Hickory Street Annex near the fairgrounds at Fair Park hosted Emily's carnival inspired bridal shoot. Hues of cotton candy pink, deep reds, grays, and white bring to life a whimsical party! We love the tented look Emily created with silk ribbons along with our Villa Ballroom Chairs. Photography throughout by Sarah Kate Photography.

1. Paper goods sourced by Emily. // 2. Our vintage Carnival Glassware completes the theme. // 3. This party wouldn't be complete without a festive "concessions" table. // 4. Adorable florals by Bridal Bloom Floral & Events and yummy goodies by Cupcake Bliss. // 5. POSH place setting: Scarlet Filigree Charger, Sevres Collection China, Silver Bead Glass Salad Plate, Juliska glass compotes, Gold Parisian Flatware. Blush Ribbon Organza from Resource One, exclusively at POSH, over Gray Cotteness linen by GBS. // 6. POSH's popcorn machine with popcorn by Le' Popcorn and Candy Confiserie.

Toast: Labor Day

Labor Day signals the end of summer fun, so we hope you send it off in style. The long weekend calls for fun with friends and family, the last trip to the lake, and an awesome playlist. Here's a toast to you for Labor Day. Enjoy!

Invitation via Paperless Post.

Summer Specials: Get It While It's Hot

You only have until Friday to take advantage of our Summer Specials. Get these steals while it's hot but enjoy the savings even as the temperatures cool off for events throughout 2012. Our $6 chiavari chair rental is perfect for any event any time of year - it's a classic that never goes out of style. But don't count out the $3 White Hot Combo of a white oak folding chair and our white Chloe goblet. We've broken the rule about wearing white after Labor Day, and the same goes for tabletops. We love white in winter, so get a jump on those Fall/Winter events and call us today!

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Deposits must be made by end of day August 31, 2012. Orders can be used on events throughout 2012. Call the showroom for questions or details: 972-818-3200. 

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POSH 101: The Rules of Wine

Wines of France recently came to Dallas for a progressive wine dinner, four stories of wine tasting with delicious foods by Michael Ehlert with wines paired by Jennifer Jaco (you may know her from Del Frisco's or Al Biernat's). With society season around the corner, we figured this is the perfect time to brush up on your wine skills. Whether you're a neophyte or an oenophile, a fine wine connoisseur or a thoughtful hostess, we've compiled a few protocols that are often expected with these flavorful goods. POSH provided the background for this tantalizing feast for the senses with a treat for the eyes with our barware, Blue and White China, and Exotic Bird China collections.

No.1 Start with Sables d'Azure, Gassier en Provence Rose 2011. Served with summer melon soup, poached rock shrimp, foie gras torchon, brioche, blood orange crudo of halibut, and grapefruit. / No.2 Chilled salad of Texas peas with truffle-egg focaccia and baby lettuce paired with Chateau de la Grave, Bordeaux Blanc 2011, on our Blue and White China. / No.3 Grilled vintage striploin with anchovy butter, Texas peaches, smoked potato and watercress paired with Chateau Fourcas Dupre, Listrac-Medoc 2007, on our Exotic Bird China. / No.4 End the evening with Nicolas Feuillatte Champagne, Brut Reserve served by Jennifer Jaco - in the act of sabering. / No.5 A perfect setting with our Villa O Chairs and red Chiavari chairs.

 TIPS
~ Serving wines at proper temperature is dire for optimal tasting. White wines are served best at 48 - 54 degrees F., while reds are served best at 57 - 68 degrees F. (Note: Chilling takes about ten minutes.)
~ Uncork red a hour beforehand to begin the oxidation process, which will give you the full flavor and aroma of the red.
~ For presentation purposes, pour on the right side of the guest so they can see the label, never touch the bottle to glass, and master the twist of the wrist to avoid dripping.
~ Decant red; the chemical reaction releases a whole new dimension within the wine.
~ If the wine has bubbles (hello, champagne), pour slowly down the side of the glass. Otherwise, pour in the middle of the glass, and never more than 1/2 to 3/4 of the glass.
~ Serve reds in wide rimmed glasses (like decanting, it serves the purpose of letting the wine breathe). Serve whites in more narrow, smaller rimmed glasses.
~ Always hold wine by the stem. Wine temperature is important, and you don't want to change the wine's temperature with your own.