MM // Feeling Fall

From top: POSH Vintage Place Setting (mixed) with Gold Leaf China and Gold Beaded Glass Charger, Vintage Amber Goblet, and mixed Michelangelo and Floral Elegance Flatware on a Wheat Jute Linen. Image by POSH. // Deanie Michelle Events designed this Mottahedeh Tree look for a client at a private estate: Mottahedeh Tree China, Parisian Flatware, Pure Stemware, Amber Goblet. Image courtesy of @deanie_michelle_events // A classic + timeless place setting with Blue + White China and Loren Silver China. Image courtesy of @toddevents // Silver Service with mixed vintage tea cups. Image by POSH

Fingers crossed, but I think it's safe to say that cooler weather is (finally) here to stay. We're not the only ones feeling fallish. Instagram is packed with autumnal place settings and events. We love seeing what you're up to on Instagram - just look at the festive place settings above. Be sure to follow us @posh_preference for our behind-the-scenes goodies. And enjoy the beautiful weather!

Toast: Texas Discovery Gardens

'Tis the season to be jolly...and give back. P.O.S.H. is a proud supporter of many DFW organizations, so we are taking the time this month to TOAST a few of our favorite groups in hopes that it will inspire you this holiday season. 

First up, Texas Discovery Gardens. P.O.S.H. had the chance to work with co-chairs Marilyn Waisanen and Waverly Smith and the fantastic team of TDG on tabletop donations for the 2012 Flora Awards, honoring Barbara Hunt Crow. Not only is TDG a beautiful place for us to visit (The Butterfly Garden is a must see!), but we were proud to help honor such a wonderful patron for this whimsical place this is both organic and sustainable. According to Flora Award Chair Marilyn Waisanen, “Barbara demonstrates through her deeds what it means to give back to your community. The staff and board at Texas Discovery Gardens are especially appreciative of Barbara’s commitment to our mission of environmental education.” (MySweetCharity)

If you haven't had a chance to see and support this local treasure for yourself, now is the time to do so. For more info, visit Texas Discovery Gardens here. 

Featured: Texas Discovery Gardens 2012 Flora Awards honoree Barbara Hunt Crow; butterflies from The Butterfly Garden. 
Get the look: Gold Lace glassware, Barcelona Gold Dinner Plate, Blue and White China Collection, Fruitwood Chiavari Chairs - all P.O.S.H. Couture Rentals

On Trend: Laurel's Picks

After getting a dose of her Agenda, see what Laurel pick's are for summer.

Acryllic Scalloped Chargers in Pink, Lime, Gold, Turquoise + Orange // Hot Pink Chloe Goblet // Green Chiavari Chair

Anything with color is spot on for summertime. I love anything hot pink, coral, orange or neon, which are trendy right now. Summer is the best time to break out vibrant color hues, and they are always chic paired with classic white. I like a white cloth with vivid tabletop items, like the Chloe goblets or scalloped neon chargers with the green chiavari. I also love the parfait overlays from Resource One. Just remember, an amazing burst of color or print can go a long way. This summer, peach hues in any variation seems to be the biggest trend.

Coral // James Nares // James Nares for Coach // (Top linens): Burnt Orange Peau D'Soie, Coral Nu Silk, Coral Peau D'Soie, Persimmon Nu Silk; (Bottom linens): Cameo Rosette, Salmon Pintuck Taffetta, Raspberry Reverence with Raspberry Nu Silk (All linens, Resource One, exclusively at POSH Couture Rentals.)

Blue and white is my current summer obsession, especially with the blue and green goblets. The colors are amazing, and they bring a simple white hemstitch to life. The Sevres Collection, one of Jami's picks, is another classic favorite. I love that you can mix the whole set, and no matter how many times you see them there are so many beautiful colors in the china you can pull a different look every time.

Blue Parfait swatch + chiavari chair treatment (Resource One, exclusively at POSH Couture Rentals) // Blue + White China

Blue & White: Oates & Goodyear

When you think of classic tabletops for weddings, do you think blue and white china? We love how you can mix and match the patterns for dinner parties and entertaining, but we had yet to see a wedding that captured the ease and elegance of this traditional pattern until the Oates & Goodyear wedding. What a great idea! Weddings decor should reflect your personal style. When you have great taste, well, that should show too. Bravo to the bride and wedding planner Paige Chenault for putting together a beautiful tabletop.

POSH COUTURE RENTALS Blue & White China // BBJ Linen linens // PAIGE CHENAULT EVENTS Wedding Planning // GARDEN GATE FLORALS // BROOK HOLLOW COUNTRY CLUB Venue

This is the same Oates & Goodyear wedding. Notice how strong the Blue & White China is on both the print and solid linens. You really can't go wrong with this great pattern.

If you love this theme and want to take it a step further, this Martha Stewart Family Tree template is just right for you. It's brings a personal touch to a traditional ceremony. Best of all, it's free here. 

How do you know if this is pattern is right for you? The interior design of your house may be a hint. See how the pattern shows up in the interiors of our favorite homes and places. 

Clockwise from Top Right: Blue & White China Collection at POSH Couture Rentals // Tory Burch Madison Avenue store via Habitually Chic // Carolyn Roehm's home // Tory Burch Hampton home via Vogue // Aerin Lauder's Chinese porcelain collection. All images via Master Class.

MoodBoard: Blue

Hue Story: BLUE

From Tiffany blue to bright cobalt, blue might just be the hue for wedding season.  Fortunately for you, we have added traditional blue and white china to our showroom.  Whether you're planning a social luncheon fit for Grace Kelly or looking for the perfect table top for a classic wedding, you've come to the right spot.  

Tortoise Bamboo Garden Chair, Rattan Chargers, Blue and White China, Michealangelo flatware, silver rimmed stemware, Blue trumpet glass, and Milk Glass servers and centerpieces. All rentals from POSH Couture Rentals.