If you're thinking about outdoors

Spring is just around the corner, which means wedding season is nearly here. While we love the high drama of a glamorous wedding and a haute couture bride, we equally love the cool ease of a Southern bride who prefers vintage and a sweetheart table for two. Thus, if you're thinking about a non-traditional yet alluring outdoor wedding, this post is for you. Easy, breezy, beautiful. 

Photography: Jose Villa / Event Design: Sugar and Fluff / Flowers: Bunch Studio / Wardrobe and Styling: Ashley Taddei Styling / Makeup: TEAM Har and Makeup /

Table for Two
Get the look with P.O.S.H.: Silhouette Stemware with Elise Cut Crystal for toasting / Simply Platinum China (add a Rattan Charger for extra appeal) / Jute Linen plus an Oatmeal Mesh overlay / White Oak Folding Chairs.

Happy Valentine's Day

Ah, love is in the air. Whomever you're spending the day and evening with, we hope it's someone who loves and appreciates you. (Aren't we all just romantics at heart?) Happy Valentine's Day, dear friends. Now, go eat all the chocolate you want and put on your best dress. POSH orders. 

Wait! Don't forget that today marks the beginning of FREE LOVE WEDDING. Share your love story and receive a free wedding for up to 150 from the best vendors in the business. More info here.

 

TOAST: TRUE LOVE

With Valentine's Day being tomorrow, we thought it would be nice to toast true love. What better way to do so than with the wedding of our very own Meagan Hayes to Jason Kamerbeek. It was a true winter wonderland at the Kamerbeek's home in Waxahachie, Texas, held the weekend after Thanksgiving. Planner Emily Clarke, florist Di Fiori, and Meagan all worked together to capture the essense of a Texas Autumn and the spirit of celebration. It was the perfect wedding for a true Southern Belle.

The happy newlyweds, Mr. and Mrs. Kamerbeek

A crisp November evening: Meg chose Natural Grand Chaivari Chairs to compliment the outdoor ceremony.

Beautiful florals by DI FIORI and seeds for tossing after the newlyweds.

A mariachi band welcomed the guests to cocktail hour by the Kamerbeek's pool before a seated dinner.

Pashminas serve as the perfect party favor on a cold, Winter night. / A romantic screen door holds seating arrangements.

Natural Grand Chiavari Chairs and a mixture of complimenting linens for the reception tent.

Gorgeous blooms arranged by DI FIORI

Setting the stage before guest arrive in the reception tent.

 

Cocktail hour and dinner by NICK & SAMS / Wine pairings with the meal, served in Royal Gold Glassware and Amber Goblets.

The reception tent is transformed with ambient lighting for dinner and dancing.

Lounge seating and monogrammed pillows from FAUXCADES. / Pintuck and Jute linens compliment the scene.

Before the courses are served on Mahogany Rose and Exotic Bird China, guests find their place setting on either Gold Pebbled Chargers or Barcelona Gold Chargers and Parisian Flatware.

Toasting the happy coupe with Elise Cut Crystal Glassware

The whole P.O.S.H. COUTURE RENTALS gang came out to celebrate. We love you, Meg!

Photography, JENNIFER YARBRO
Planning, EMILY CLARKE EVENTS
Florist, DI FIORI
Rentals, POSH COUTURE RENTALS, FAUXCADES
Linens, RESOURCE ONE, exclusively at POSH COUTURE RENTALS
Catering, NICK & SAMS
 

Tabletop Tuesday: Tickled Pink

It is a rainy and dreary Tuesday, but we have something to brighten your day - A Jacqueline Hill Events designed tablescape from the NACE 2012 Tabletop Competition. Magenta and gold hues are mixed together for a look that truly has us tickled pink, and the concept even won them a much deserved Greenie Award from The Brides of North Texas. If this isn't perfect for a festive fete, we don't know what is. Be bold!

This tablescape creates a truly magical setting, don't you think?

Get the look: Gold Rimmed Charger, Barcelona Gold Dinner Plate, Gold Bead B&B Charger, Gold Scroll B&B, Gold Leaf Compote, Gold Lyons Flatware, Gold Leaf Glassware - All P.O.S.H. COUTURE RENTALS

Mixed hues of gold and pink pack a punch that weaves through the place settings, paper goods, and even food.

An elegant party favor for your guest.

A gorgeous centerpiece that cannot be denied.

Concept + Design,  JACQUELINE HILL EVENTS
Florals + Linens, OUT OF THE GARDEN
China + Stemware + Flatware, P.O.S.H. COUTURE RENTALS
Paper Goods, DOODLE DOG CREATIVE
Cakes, SUGAR BEE SWEETS
Clutches, CAHOOTS HANDBAGS
Photography, DON MAMONE 

If you're thinking about hot pink

Whether you're thinking about Valentine's Day or a pretty in pink wedding, we have a hot pink tabletop for you. Inspired by Chaumont bouquet designed by Dr. Delphinium, we went all out with a romantic mood fit for the Queen B in your life. Hot pink linens are kept from becoming overly saccharine with an elegant place setting of silver and white. Tell us, do you set the table depending on colors associated with the occassion (in this case, pink for Valentine's Day), or depending on the guest of honor? We will be back this week with a less traditional Valentine's table set for two. 

An amazing example of the creativity you will find at Dr. Delphinium.

A sweet bobouquet sure to give you a rosy outlook. Left: Chaumont Bouquet from DR. DELPHINIUM. Right: Rentals shown, Hand Cut Glass Charger / Vera Wang Dinner Plate / Silver Bead Salad and B&B Charger / Barcelona Silver Salad Plate and B&B / Christofle Flatware / Pure Glassware / Lily Sorbet Server, all P.O.S.H. COUTURE RENTALS / Hot Pink Ribbon Taffeta linen by RESOURCE ONE, INC., exclusively at P.O.S.H. COUTURE RENTALS

 

To Do: Free Love Wedding

When we first heard of Free Love Wedding, we knew immediately we wanted to be involved. Working with the most creative vendors in the industry to create an unforgettable event for one amazing couple? Where do we sign up? Bows and Arrows, the brainchild behind the Free Love enterprise, and the passion of the other vendors we talked to got us even more excited once we saw how involved they would be. "Every year we see so many couples who compromise the vision of their dream wedding in order to stay in budget," says Alicia Rico of Bows and Arrows. "Free Love is an opportunity for us to collaborate in an unique way to make one captivating couple's dreams come true."

Bows and Arrows, Blue Eye Brown Eye, Cakewalk Bake Shop, Apryl Ann Photography, Ben Q Photography

Something You, 333 First Avenue, Rent My Dust, Bowtie Vintage Classics, Beauty and the Blush

So what is Free Love Wedding? Starting appropriately on Valentine's Day, engaged couples have the chance to enter Free Love by submitting their love story in 300 words of less (short and sweet, just like you) along with a picture of the happy couple and an inspiration board. (Most of the vendors are on pinterest, including us. See all the vendors here.) Entries can only be received between Feb. 14th - Feb. 28th for the Big Day, which will be held in Dallas on Sunday, October 20, 2013. If that works for you, be sure to take this weekend and write your story. That's your weekend assignment - get after it!

Diet Coke Straight Up, I Do! Cinematics, Shag Carpet, Love Dove, Hot Dog! Photo Booths

Creme de Luxe, Emily Clarke Events, Megan Thorne Fine Jewelry, Posh Couture Rentals, Paloma’s Nest

More info, FREE LOVE WEDDING.
Full rules, regulations, and important dates can be found here.

  

RTW: Lady in Red

You've met Katherine first when she picked out the perfect attire for holiday gatherings (if you missed it, go here and read all about our favorite Neiman Marcus gal). Well, she's back and brimming with fantastic ideas for what to wear on the night that you really, really want to go out with the Mr. or really, really just want to hang out with the girls. Yep, we're talking about Valentine's Day. 

Dear Katherine,

What on earth to wear for the most dreadful wonderful night of the year? 



 1. Whilst red may not be original, it's ALWAYS romantic. For a big night, try some serious structure that will inspire you to carry yourself with an air of confidence.
J. Mendel / Alexander McQueen / Herver Leger

2. Be fun and flirty for a night out on the town with the girls. 
Aidan Mattox

3. Keep it all under wraps and spark and air of mystery.
Alice by Temperley

4. The last look should be as good as the first. Pick a dress with a beautiful back to make sure you leave just as gracefully as you entered.  
Clockwise from top center:  Zac Posen front and back /  Kay Unger New York front and back / ML Monique Lhuillier front and back

Lovely lace for a feminine, flirty look.
1. Jimmy Choo 
2. Valentino Couture

Sexy studs for the modern stilleto. Too tough? Ruffles always win.
3. Valentino Rockstud
4. Lanvin

Shine bright like a diamond. ; )
5. Jimmy Choo
6. Rena Caovilla
 

Need help finding these pieces or just a chic new look? Just call Katherine. And be sure to check back next month for her picks on wedding wear.

Katherine Heidt 

Personal Shopper

Neiman Marcus, Downtown Dallas

iPhone: 214-801-7497

Email: katherine_heidt@neimanmarcusstores.com.