A Fairytale Wedding

This post is very dear to me. And it's not because this absolutely gorgeous wedding took place in my homeland Bulgaria or because the bride is a very close friend, but simply because I find it so unique and dreamy and full with personality.
The landscape is absolutely gorgeous and the wedding dress by the Bulgarian designer Nevena Nikolova is simply stunning. I am in love with this new chic trend of adding vibrant accents and embellishments to wedding dresses- it makes the dress more dramatic and flattering and allows the bride to stand out.

My blog posts usually focus on the event decor and the creative vision. However, there is another dimension to an event that is just as important - the joy and the emotions. There is something really magical about this photo shoot - the colours, the textures, the composition and the way the photographer captured their bubbly personalities.The girl behind the lenses is Irina Kuneva. I came across Irina's photography through facebook, and I absolutely love her work. If you are planning a destination wedding in Europe, she is your gal. You can view her portfolio here. Congrats to Ralitza + Galin. Love you, guys.

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Autumn Splendor

There are so many things I like about Thanksgiving - the long hours in the kitchen, the gourmet feast, the sweet family chatter, and the shared opportunity to express gratitude for the good things in our lives. For me it is also the official kickoff of the fall/winter social season.

Fall decorating offers a welcome bridge between the colours of summer and the jewel tones of the holiday season. Transforming your dining table with the colours and textures of autumn is easy and fun - just incorporate the elements of nature: wooden branches, roses with the colour of fallen leaves, pumpkins and pine cons.

The tradition demands that the centerpiece of the Thanksgiving feast be a perfectly roasted turkey, surrounded by carrots, baked potatoes, and homemade dinner rolls. If you are hosting the Thanksgiving dinner and you are not sure what to cook, this is the one-stop resource for you. Delish shares the best-of-the best recipes that wowed the judges in Quick & Simple's Thanksgiving recipe contests.

Here are some fabulous event ideas to set your Thanksgiving mood. Happy Entertaining!

Lovely autumn-inspired tablescape via Porter House Designs

Lovely autumn-inspired tablescape via Porter House Designs

Lovely autumn-inspired tablescape via Porter House Designs


Autumn-inspired cake via The Finishing Touches

Fabulous autumn-inspired decor by Preston Bailey

Autumn-inspired floral centrepiece via The Finishing Touches

Autumn cupcakes via Savoy Truffle and Cake

Autumn cupcakes via Savoy Truffle and Cake


Desserts by Amy Atlas

Rustic Romance

There is something really romantic about rustic inspired events.

Rustic themes are all about using earthy colours and natural and organic elements like moss, grass, trees, barns, bird cages and lanterns. Using wine corks to prop up your place cards is such a clever and budget-friendly idea. I absolutely love the simplicity and the rustic charm infused in these photos.

Image via Elizabeth Anne Designs

Image via Elizabeth Anne Designs

Lovely rustic tablescape via Wedding Bee

Rustic Dessert Table via Merci New York

Floral by Krislyn Design

Floral by Krislyn Design

Woodland CHIC Moss Ring Bearer Pillow via etsy

Fabulous outdoor tablescape via The Sweetest Occasion

Image via The Sweetest Occasion

Cork place tags via Dex Knows Weddings

Rustic Cookie Bar via Dognbird

Rustic Cake Display via Jose Villa Photography

Lovely rustic reception via Ruffled Blog

Absolutely gorgeous ice cream buffet tables

I know..I know. This may not be the best timing for this post especially when fall is just around the corner, but who doesn't like ice cream all year round. Here are some fabulous ice cream buffet tables that I was able to find in the wonderful world of blogging. I love the idea of incorporating ice cream cones into the event decor. Amy Moss from Eat Drink Chic shares not only the step by step process for designing your own Parlour Ice Cream Party (pictured below), but all of the gorgeous labels and signs for you to download for free, too! That's right for FREE.