Today’s real party feature is a darling preppy pool party featuring party goods by WH Hostess! Pink, green and a whole lot of preppy polka dots – this is what Gracie’s mom requested when she came to me for invitations and party accessories for her daughter’s 5th birthday. With a HUGE box of party [...]
Hot, summer nights have me dreaming of tropical vacations! The next best thing? A tropical dinner party, of course!
I love the idea of creating a sophisticated version of the traditional luau theme – bright, floral linens with modern, orchid centerpieces, tropical cocktails served in martini glasses, and an outdoor location decorated with the modern-day tiki torch [...]
I’ve been drooling over this outdoor room from Pottery Barn all summer – it’s the perfect inspiration for an outdoor entertaining space, and would make the perfect location for an alfresco dinner party! Pop ruby red and canary yellow against the black and white patterns in accents such as napkins, cocktails or a floral [...]
I just put this custom inspiration board together for a client who is hosting a breakfast soiree at The Viceroy Hotel in Santa Monica, CA. This is one of those parties where, after I put everything together, I SO WANT TO GO! I’m loving the color palette and hope you will too….it would be lovely for [...]
Last week I shared my inspiration board for my family’s Mother’s Day dinner (see the post here – it would be perfect for any summer party!) I’ve had so many people asking to see how it turned out, I thought I would show you a couple of pictures!
The main focus on the [...]
With Mother’s Day quickly approaching, I realized that I had to get myself into party-planning mode! Today I am showing you a peek into my own party-planning for a family dinner celebrating Mother’s Day. Since we will be hosting this dinner party at our home (hopefully in our newly-remodeled sun room….if we can get [...]
Earth Day is the perfect opportunity to invite a few friends over for a dinner party inspired by nature and your local farmer’s market. Bring the outdoors inside by creating a table setting full of white dishes and natural elements, such as bark and potted plants. I love the idea of using coasters of [...]
We’re talking Easter ideas for kids today on The Party Dress and Project Nursery! So, we’ve already covered the craft and decoration ideas….now onto the food! If you are hosting a big family brunch with a lot of little guests, considering setting a separate table for the kids. Something low to the ground, with the table [...]
Blue and lime green are the perfect palette for an Easter brunch. This invitation from WH Hostess sets the tone for a cheery event full of darling details. Welcome your guests with a beautiful, Spring-like wreath on your front door. This concept is so simple to….simply attach loops of ribbon to a [...]
The Seder dinner marks the start of the Jewish holiday, Passover. Typically held at home, Seder dinners are full of tradition….and some delicious food! Set a warm, yet elegant table in shades of gold and simple white centerpieces. Add a personal touch by placing a votive candle with your guest’s names written [...]