I’m so excited to try my first home restaurant this evening. I’ve heard great things about this experience and have been wanting to go to one for over a year. I was absolutely thrilled when I received an invitation to attend Sidra Forman‘s dinner tonight. Sidra is an amazing woman with many talents. I truly […]
Elizabeth
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Spring is Here!
Happy Spring everyone! I am back from Paris and my head is spinning with ideas for blog posts. Stay tuned for lots of loveliness and inspiration in the coming weeks!
Paris is Always a Good Idea
I’m so excited to be heading to Paris for a long weekend to celebrate my birthday. Here are just a few of my favorite things that I’m looking forward to doing: Macarons at Laduree Picnic at the foot of the Eiffel tower Dinner at Les DÔme A long cup of café au lait at Les […]
What to Expect in 2011: Fashion Trends
I have always been enamored with fashion design. I believe it is one of our greatest forms of artistic expression. Here are some of the looks from this year’s runways and red carpets that I think will define the fashion of 2011 and thereby influence my own event design work. 2011 Trends from the Spring […]
What to Expect in 2011
Event design can take its inspiration from anywhere. I always encourage my clients to find the things that will make their event uniquely theirs. This is especially important for my wedding clients. There are a million plus ways to have a beautiful and fun wedding, but it is the personal touches that will make it […]
Bites of Chocolate
Last Fall when I was in Paris, I was on the lookout for the next “IT” trend. Based on my trip, I guessed artisan chocolate shops. All around town, I spied adorable boutiques with mouth-watering window displays and lines reaching out the door. Some shops focused exclusively on chocolate, others covered all types of confections. […]
Give Me a Sign
Signs, signs, everywhere there are signs! There are so many wonderful ways to personalize your event. From directing your guests where to go to informing them about what to expect to inviting them to become an active participant in your lasting event memories, signs can be both functional and decorative. I’ve been collecting examples of […]
I Heart Tim Walker
I am smitten with Tim Walker. I have seen his work for years here and there in fashion magazines and on the blogosphere and admired it, but only recently learned the identity behind the creations, Tim Walker. The whimsy and exquisite drama of his photos provide constant inspiration for my work! Here are a selection […]
Mad for Mad Men
I know I’m a little behind the curve. I just started watching Mad Men last summer and, naturally, am now a huge fan. From the incredible styling to the intriguing characters to the inner workings of the advertising world, it is a rich, visual parade that continually surprises me and keeps me entertained. I wish I […]
Winter Wonderland Party Inspiration
I’m so excited about my first event of 2011 tonight, a fabulous Sweet 16 Party at the Halcyon House in Georgetown. We’re transforming the studio into a Winter Wonderland with the help of Capital Décor where guests can dance the night away to some super cool tunes courtesy of Dan Goldman at Bialeks, and enjoy a delicious […]
