Host: A Birthday Tea

Co-designed and styled by Ashley Baber  for Sincerely, Liz, Photography: Liz Cook, Sincerely, Liz: Photography | Design & Styling: Amanda Gray, Ashley Baber Weddings | Venue: Tresca on 8th | Flowers: Mary Ellen LaFreniere, Irvington Spring Farm | Linens: LaTavola Fine Linen | Chair Jackets: BBj Linen | 

Style Me Pretty has long been on our blogroll with its romantic wedding posts, but it is SMP Living that has truly stolen our hearts. With the best posts on entertaining, decor, and being an all around hostess, this is our first stop of the day in the blogosphere. Yesterday's post on hosting an authentic English tea party was inspired by a birthday celebration (a fun way to bring in the big 3-0 if you ask us), and thus inspired us to think about how we'd style our own tea. P.O.S.H. Vintage is making it's arrival, so of course we're thinking Depression-era glassware and goblets, floral patterns on mixed china, and fun scalloped chargers to pass around bits and bobs for hors d'oeuvres. We'd love to hear from you...How do you celebrate milestone birthdays? What occasions calls for a tea? Tell us everything!

Photography: Liz Cook, Sincerely, Liz: Photography

Get the look with P.O.S.H. Vintage: Mixed Floral China and Porcelain, Pink Scalloped Chargers, Depression-Era Pink Swirl Stem Goblet, tiered china cake plate service trays. Contact us today for availability and minimums.

 

Entertain: 5 Things for Spring

Even though it is freezing outside, we're still in the mood for Spring. We've picked five favorites for the perfect P.O.S.H. settings, just in time for Passover and Easter. 

1. Blue/Green Glassware / 2. Traditional Blue + White China / 3. Round and square Rattan Chargers / 4. Pretty pastels in vintage Carnival Glassware, available in pink, purple, celery green, and clear / 5. Scalloped Acrylic Chargers in fuchsia, turquoise, green, tangerine, and gold. // All P.O.S.H. COUTURE RENTALS.

 

Tabletop Tuesday: Bright in Bloom

Tracy Autem Photography

Get ready because today's tabletop will have you wishing for warm weather! Deanie Michelle Events designed a look with hues of hot pink and deep orange mixed with classic blue and white china that screams Spring. The medley of patterns with solid, bold colors reminds us of the fabulous dyeing techniques of ikat or the ever popular chevron print, which would make for great linens if you wanted to go further with this style. 

Rentals include Ivory Chiavari Chair, Silver Lace Goblet, Pure Stemware / Tracy Autem Photography

 WHAT WE LOVED

Deanie showcases perfectly how the right rentals can pull your your tablescape together. The pink and orange scalloped chargers tie in the bright blooms of Lush Couture's gorgeous centerpieces. Layering with classic white catering dinner plates and Blue + White salad/dessert plates is also a savvy way to show off your style on a budget. Just as you would accessorize any outfit, Deanie proves accessorizing you tabletop is just an important for a beautiful tablescape that reflects your personal style. Pulling just a few chic accent pieces take this tabletop from pretty to P.O.S.H.

Rentals: From left, Hot Pink Chloe Goblet, Tangerine Scalloped Acrylic Charger, Silver Beaded Frosted  Salad Plate, Blue + White China // Hot Pink Scalloped Acrylic Charger, Silver Beaded Frosted Salad Plate, Blue + White Salad/Dessert Plate, Orange Chloe Goblet

Bright in Bloom: If you to keep the bright trend going, mix and match Scalloped Acrylic Chargers and Chloe goblets.


Want more? Watch the video behind the tabletop!

Deanie Michelle Events Tabletop {Behind the Scenes with Brides of North Texas} from copper penny films on Vimeo.