Industrial Cool

A recent visit to a cafe for an early morning cuppa had me bowled over. Yes, the coffee was good, but what drew me completely was the raw industrial interior: the brick walls, concrete and glass panels, wooden tables, metal pendant lights and leather armchairs. There was a surprising warmth to the decor that made me want to just sink into that armchair and indulge. It may seem odd to have such setting for a wedding, but it's cool and masculine, a refreshing change from the usual. Soften the look of the raw furnishings with layers of tulle and lace. 

Photo credit: Bella Fotografica

Bag it: WInter White #2

Photo credit: 
1. Grey geometric box clutch from River Island
2. Bottega Veneta Ayers trimmed leather clutch via Net-a-Porter
3. Concha ribbed half oval clutch from Judith Leiber
4. Lanvin Happy quilted leather clutch via Net-a-Porter
5. Alexander McQueen Dandelion Swarovski crystal, calf hair and leather box clutch via Net-a-Porter

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Style Board: Winter White

Cool white teamed with warm ivory, and infused with pale grey and blue, creates a wonderfully inviting palette. Given the muted colors, texture takes center stage. Lace and tulle, ruffles and spindly pines, they add amazing details to a winter white theme.

Photo credit (clockwise from top left): The Pretty Blog , Once Wed, Martha Stewart Weddings, The Pretty Blog, Martha Stewart Weddings, Grey Likes Weddings, Green Wedding Shoes

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Glam up your heels

Pretty detailing! Love the color. "Love you" open toe heels from Ruche.

Lace tablescape

I love the use of glass plate to showcase the beauty of the lace table runner. Ingenious!

Photo credit: Santa Barbara wedding by Erin Hearts Court via Style Me Pretty

Gather everyone for fabric fun

Incorporating DIY elements into your wedding makes it more personal and inviting. You do not have to dive into difficult projects, pick simple projects so that you can gather a few close friends over coffee and have fun working on the projects together. 

Clockwise from top left:

1. Fabric hanging ornament via oh, hello friend. Tie strips of ribbons and fabric to a wire frame, then suspend the wire frame onto trees. Wind blowing at the frames will create a lovely slight.

2. Paper doily cones via heartmade. These easy-to-make doily cones are perfect for holding confetti.

3. Doily parasol via papermash. Pop these mini parasols in your drinks before serving them to your guests.

4. Lace embroidery hoop panels via Style me pretty. Select various sizes of embroidery hoops and lace patterned fabric in white, cream and grey, assemble them then thread through thin ribbons and hang around your ceremony area.

Print it on your cake

The design of the cake was inspired by the texture of the gown worn by the bride, it's amazing how each tier looks like its draped with lace and fabric. A wonderful detail that's understated and yet alluring.

Photo credit: Lace cake by Amy Beck Cake Design via Clary Photo Blog

Detail it on your invites

Intricate lace details printed on your invites gives your guests the first look into what your wedding theme is. You could also go simple with a monotone slate colored invite, but do select an elegant font. For an extra touch of detail, add a paper doily as an envelope insert or use a lace ribbon to bundle the invite.

Photo credit (clockwise from top left): White lace wedding invitations by Palm Papers via Minted, Playbill slate wedding invitation via Paper Source, Lace bunting invitations via Posh Paperie, Save-the-date cards via Posh Paperie

Little Lace details

Little details make a whole lot of difference when it comes to decorating your wedding. The colors and decor of the reception sets the mood, the little details pull the whole look together, from the doily seating card holders to the lace patterned vases, the favors wrapped in lace to the intricate lace ring pillows. 

Photo credit (clockwise from top left): Seating cards via Martha Stewart Weddings, Urchin shell vase via BHLDN, Lace ring pillow via Martha Stewart Weddings, Lace bouquet tie via Green Wedding Shoes, favors wrapped in lace via Green Wedding Shoes

Go feminine with Lace

Photo credit:

1. Mila dress (Fall 2012 Collection) from Monique Lhullier

2. Water Green Lace Dress from Pull and Bear

3. Issa silk satin & lace dress via net a porter

4. Clyde Mini Flower Lace skirt from Diane Von Furstenburg

Off to the vineyard

Came across some photos of the beautiful Mudbrick Vineyard on Waiheke Island, New Zealand. The lush greenery of the working vineyard coupled with the amazing view of the sea is a perfect backdrop for an outdoor wedding and reception. The theme of Lace, Sticks and Stones will merge seamlessly with the surroundings. 

Photo credit: Mudbrick Vineyard and Restaurant

Lace, Sticks & Stones

I love the organic feel of putting fabrics with wood and stones. The subtle hints of colors blend so perfectly, looking at them will put anyone at ease. It is a wonderful play of texture and color. Here's a look at how it can all come together.

Photo credit (clockwise from top left): White & grey bouquet via Green Wedding Shoes Wedding Blog, Linen napkins with lace napkin rings via blissique, Moodboard color palette, Lace table runner via Green Wedding Shoes Wedding Blog, Engraved personalised stones by letterfest via notonthehighstreet, Keep warm shawls via Green Wedding Shoes Wedding Blog, Cream laced edged 2 tier enamel cake stand via Laura Ashley, Table centerpiece via Green Wedding Shoes Wedding Blog

Lace, Sticks & Stones inspiration

Lace has such varied and intricate patterns, and is such a wonderful fabric to work with. Its soft texture exudes a romantic and feminine appeal. When paired with neutrals and natural material, its beauty truly shines.

Photo credit: Bridal Tea Party Styling by Brancoprata via Blissique