We had the pleasure of traveling to Costa Rica with this wonderful family to celebrate the Bar Mitzvah of Zachary. The weekend was full of wonderful events including this awesome rainforest-themed party.

Party favors are a great way to remember an amazing event and can also add some pizzazz to a table as a centerpiece or as a place card. Today we are sharing some of our top picks for memorable party favors.

Sharing some of our favorite ideas to spruce up your next invitation.

Centerpieces can make any table instantly more festive or intricate. Here are some fresh new takes on centerpiece ideas!

Our top tips for a fun 4th of July party!

Abbey and Michael's beautiful wedding day at The Galvez.

Sharing some of our favorite treats and decorations for a hot summer gathering.

Kristen and Clayton's wedding day was truly a memorable one. Although the weather did not want to cooperate, the ceremony was truly intimate and stunning underneath layers of white draping. Plants n Petals helped bring Kristen's dreams to life with gorgeous crystal chandeliers and lush florals in white, champagne and blush. Ken Mondshine and The Brotherhood had the guests dancing all night long. We wish nothing but happiness for this beautiful couple!

Serendipity Photography

There is nothing more fun than getting to be completely over-the-top girly with an event. This was the perfect excuse for just that! Last month we hosted a Galentine's Day Brunch with Julie (From Prosecco to Plaid) and Morgan (The Foodie Chef). Julie invited a bunch of fabulous local bloggers to join in the fun!

Morgan created a delicious menu of sweet and savory brunch bites and taught everyone how to decorate cupcakes for dessert. We worked with What's the Occasion Linens to create the perfect tablescape of mauve sequined linens, gold chargers and blush silk napkins. A Fine Flourish created stunning hand lettered invitations as well as place cards and signage for the event. Bite Macarons provided beautifully gold dusted macarons for each guest to take home with her. Beth...

We are so excited to share the beautiful photos from Naomi's first birthday party. Her mom chose a Twinkle Twinkle Little Star theme with a color scheme of pink, white and gold to match her nursery. We brought this party to life with custom invitations and paper goods from Prettiest Print Shop. The beautiful smash cake and cake pops were made by Smitten Sugar and many of the adorable party details were made by Sweet Cuts Shoppe.

Naomi's guests were given their own gold star wands and were served breakfast tacos and a make-your-own cereal bar. All of the guests left a wish for Naomi on a gold star that she will be able to read when she is older. It was the perfect way to celebrate such a sweet girl!

Jessica and Andrew's glamorous wedding was truly a night to remember. The grand Chuppah, stunning draping and bold black, white and gold color scheme made this wedding come to life. The evening had so many special moments for this beautiful couple and we loved watching them celebrate with all of their family and friends. We wish this couple a lifetime of happiness!

Stefano Choi Photography

We love a bride that isn't afraid to take risks and Candace was definitely that bride. She had a vision for rich, jewel tones from the beginning with lots of glitz and glamour. Her gorgeous beaded gown set the tone for a romantic and elegant wedding at the Crystal Ballroom. Following their beautiful wedding, Candace and Matt did a rustic day-after shoot with the photographer that could not be more stunning!

Photography by Kim Schaffer Photography

Haley and Neale's wedding was such a special day and we were so happy to be a part of it. The bride chose an all white color scheme in memory of the groom's mother. The entire family was a party of this special day and our favorite part of the evening was when the groom and maid of honor serenaded the bride during the reception. Everyone had a blast dancing the night away!

Petals by Design created all of the beautiful floral designs and the stunning linens were from What's the Occasion.

Photography by: Adam Nyholt

We love getting to be a part of a client's rehearsal dinner as well as the wedding. Haley and Neale's wedding was beautiful and all white so we went bright and colorful for their rehearsal dinner at Maxim's Banquet Room.

The bride and groom wanted to serve Tex-Mex for their out of town guests so we went with the theme and used Mexican food cans and bottles instead of vases for the centerpieces. We brought in custom table runners and bright lanterns to add more color to the tables. We brought in many other details like the fun fact napkins, the custom seating chart and koozies.

It was a great night filled with funny and touching speeches. The weekend was off to a great start. Stay tuned for details on their wedding!

Photography by Adam Nyholt

We love planning children's birthday parties, but first birthdays are definitely our favorite! Planning Tyler's first birthday party was a fun opportunity for us and we love how all of the details turned out. Some of our favorite details were the football to be autographed by his guests, the mini football favors, the custom smash cake by Smitten Sugar and the snow cone truck which was essential for an outdoor party in July!

Photography by Meredith Flaherty Photography

We are honored to be featured on the Wedding Lovely blog today for an interview with Lindsy. Check it out on their blog!

You saw the details from Lisa's Kiddush Luncheon on the blog earlier this week and we are so excited to share the details from this super party! We fully embraced Lisa's love for superheroes of all kinds and created a comic-book style party with fabulous details. We brought in draping, uplighting and customized lounge furniture from RE Event Solutions. They also created an awesome entrance with all of Lisa's logos and exclamations displayed and projected on the floor. They were able to customize the bar and the cocktail tables for the party with the logos created by Invitation Solutions.

Invitation Solutions created custom placemats, napkins, t-shirts and menus for the party. We also had a make your own yogurt station that would not have been the same without the custom cups they created!

Everyone had a great time at the party thanks to Maxed Out Entertainment and their crew. We also...

We absolutely loved getting to know Lisa and her family while planning her Bat Mitzvah. The Kiddush Luncheon was a beautiful event at The Houston Congregation for Reform Judaism following a very special service.

We brought in some of the super hero details that were to come later in the evening. Invitation Solutions created custom cocktail napkins, programs and Kippot and Ideal Party Decorators went above and beyond with the centerpieces. We had giant balloons with metallic tassels attached to large vases filled with all of Lisa's favorite candies. They also created a custom card box to go with the theme of the party. The fabulous menu was created by Jenny Tavor Custom Catering and everyone had a wonderful time.

Stay tuned later this week for details from the party!

We were so honored to be a part of Casey and Brad's unique and intimate wedding at St. Arnold's Brewery. Casey and Brad are a wonderful couple who chose to spend their wedding day celebrating with close family and friends at one of their favorite places in Houston. Some special touches that were added to the wedding were the custom paper goods, the candy bar and the sparkler exit.

We absolutely loved planning this sweet girl's second birthday party! We brought in a ballet instructor to a local studio and the kids had a great time celebrating with Sofia. The theme was a ballerina party with french details in the custom food labels and macarons from Bite Macarons. The custom ombre cake was absolutely beautiful and delicious from Krystle at Smitten Sugar. Other adorable details included the adorable milk bottles, the pink and white candy bar and the ballerina cupcakes along the kids' table. We also had the perfect party favors from Michael's Cookie Jar. We loved planning this party and were so excited to be a part of Sofia's big birthday!

While working on a few upcoming children's birthday parties we discovered these adorable plastic milk bottles on Etsy. They are perfect for children of any age and can be customized for your party! Some come with a variety of colored lids for the little ones and have holes in them for the paper straw of your choice. Many of them come with labels or chalkboard stickers so you can personalize them. These would also be great for milk and cookie late night snacks at a wedding!

These are just a few examples of the adorable options available on Etsy. Check them out today!

We love the look of mixing up your event seating with banquettes. These look great on one side of a long table with traditional chairs on the other side. It is a great way to add an extra detail and add height to your event space. See below for some photo inspiration for your next soiree!

With Spring in full swing we are loving the look of beautiful floral and hand painted wedding invitations. Below are a few of our favorites we found on Etsy!

The packaging for your wedding favors can be as difficult to choose as the favor itself! Today we are sharing some of our favorite favor tags we found on Etsy for your upcoming wedding or couples shower.

Now that you have chosen your wedding dress, the decisions have not ended! When you begin your alterations they will ask you what style of bustle you would like on your dress. Feeling stumped? Check out our guide to bustle styles.

InStyle is sharing 7 Wedding Clutches that they love and we couldn't agree more! Which one is your favorite?

We love the look of neon signs at a wedding. Customize them with your name or monogram or use one with your favorite saying or symbol of love.

Today we are sharing a fabulous friend's Etsy shop, Larlen Designs. They specialize in handmade canvas art perfect for your home, office, playroom or nursery.

All of her art is completely customizable and created specifically for each order. Make sure you checkout her Etsy shop today!

Last month we got to be a part of Lina and Michael's beautiful wedding at The Manor House at the Houstonian. We worked with some fantastic vendors to bring their dream day to life and everyone had a fantastic time! This wedding was full of love and life and we are so glad we got to be a part of it.

Photography by Photography by Janine

When choosing the perfect bouquet for your big day, don't forget to accessorize it! There are a variety of options for wrapping your bouquet, but many brides choose to include something sentimental. You can use a piece of your mother or grandmother's dress, an heirloom piece of jewelry or a photo of a loved one that could not be there. Other brides opt for a bouquet wrap that goes with the wedding decor, from rustic burlap wraps to blinged out crystal bands around their bouquet.

We are loving the look of hand-painted watercolor on invitations and stationery. Even if you are not planning a wedding this year, you can still enjoy having some watercolor note cards in your stationery box. We rounded up a few of our favorite options from Etsy!

Today we are sharing this infographic from Simply Bridal detailing 7 foods to avoid the week before your wedding. This will help show off all the hard work you put into looking your best on your wedding day!

With Valentine's Day just a couple days away, we have hearts on our mind! Planning an ice cream party as soon as the weather warms up? We love these heart ice cream cups for any type of party!

Check out ShopKaity for more of her cute party supplies!

We are dreaming of warmer weather and are sharing 2013's Top 10 Honeymoon Destinations from Huffington Post today. Which location is perfect for your honeymoon?

Valentine's Day is not just about your significant others. It is a great day to celebrate the friends in your life. We love the idea of throwing a Valentine's Day Friendship Brunch in honor of your best gals! This party from Glitter Guide is a great way to celebrate your friends.

Today we are sharing some of our favorite Valentine's Day cards we found on Etsy! Which one is perfect for your Valentine?

Today we are sharing 10 creative ideas for you or your kids' valentines! A lot of these also make great gifts for your kids' teacher, your neighbors, friends and family. Don't forget all of your loved ones this Valentine's Day!

Although many brides love the look of tall centerpieces in a ballroom, there is something so elegant about low arrangements. We especially love them surrounded by candles on long tables.

With the Big Game this Sunday, we rounded up a few of our favorite Super Bowl Party finds on Etsy! Many of them are printable files so you can instantly download the files to your computer and print them yourself.

Today we are sharing photos from Kat and Adam's December wedding at Crystal Springs in Magnolia, Texas. We loved working with this sweet couple and were so excited to see their dream wedding come to life.

Photos by Rachelle Rawlings Photography.

Today we are sharing photos from a 50th birthday we worked on with a fabulous client! The party was at The Heights Theater and featured gorgeous feathered centerpieces, delicious Mexican food, custom pink ice sculptures and late night breakfast tacos. This party was a complete success and an absolute blast!

We are obsessing over these glittered number cake toppers found on Etsy. They are perfect for birthdays or anniversaries. The shop has a variety of other cake toppers to peruse that are fun for other occasions. How would you use the glittered numbers on your next cake?

Today's blog post is a guest post written by Jordan Dubin of Dubin's Fine Jewelry. Jordan walks us through some tips from a pro for someone shopping for an engagement ring.

Sunflowers instantly brighten up a space and are a perfect addition to rustic or bohemian style weddings. We love these photos of inspiration for adding sunflowers to your wedding.

The most romantic day of the year is also one of the most popular days to get married. We love this collection of Valentine's Day Wedding inspiration.

We love this infographic from Simply Bridal on some of the 2014 Bridal Trends. They talk about the idea of color for bridal gowns, which will definitely be big this year. We have seen some pink and black in the past, but expect more colors to pop up this year. They also show some of the upcoming trends in gown style including short dresses and dresses with sleeves.

Nothing like some gorgeous colorful flowers to brighten up your Friday morning! These brightly colored centerpieces would add a pop of color to any occasion.

Trying to find the perfect veil for your wedding gown? This visual guide from Wedding Veils Direct shows you where each style will hit on your body. The guide also goes over the different edge styles and sparkly adornments you can add to your veil.

Are you getting sick of seeing the same personalized hangers at every wedding? Get Hung Up has taken the hangers to a new level! Bedazzled in crystals, pearls or both, their personalized hangers are one of a kind and will look absolutely beautiful holding you wedding dress or bridesmaids dresses.

One of the toughest decisions a bride faces before her wedding is how she will wear her hair. She wants it to be dressier than she normally wears it, but to still look like herself. She also wants to make sure it goes with the style of her wedding and dress. For bohemian brides, we love the look of braids. Whether you wear your hair up, down or to the side, braids add a fun look to any hair style.

Hydrangeas are one of our favorite flowers, and we love the variety of colors that they come in. This guide from Bella Wedding Flowers shows the variety of colors these beautiful flowers can come in.

We are absolutely loving the look of confetti-filled balloons. These are great for birthday parties and any other exciting celebration you have coming up.

How to get the look? Simply fold up the confetti, push it into the balloon, inflate and enjoy! If you want the confetti to stick to the sides of the balloon, rub the balloon against carpeting to create some static energy.

This infographic from Simply Bridal is a great depiction of different wedding day photography styles. It is always important to provide sample photos or a photo list to your photographer to make sure all of the pictures you want get taken. This guide will help you figure out your photography style to communicate to your photographer.

Feel like your Facebook newsfeed has been filled with proposals lately? Check out this article from Wedding Channel called 9 Ways to Know It's Engagement Season and see if you can relate!

The holiday season is always filled with delicious treats and one of our favorite holiday traditions is to decorate cookies. Today we show you how to host a cookie decorating party in just a few simple steps!

Our final post in the engagement ring series is about the 4 C's: cut, color, clarity and carat. This guide from The Plunge goes over the basics and is great for all of your future grooms out there doing your research.

The 2014 Pantone Color of the Year has been announced and it is…Radiant Orchid! Check out this blog post from Belle The Magazine showing you great ways to incorporate Radiant Orchid into your 2014 wedding.

One of our favorite flowers is the ranunculus. You can find ranunculuses year round and they come in a variety of colors. They can add fullness and texture to an arrangement like a peony.

Can you match the celebrity to her stunning engagement ring? Answers are below, but try to do it without looking!

We love Near and Dear Designs for gift giving. Their prints make great engagement, wedding and anniversary gifts. Their prints are customizable and can feature maps, states, dates or sky lines. Add the couple's name, wedding date or city for a truly personal and beautiful gift.

For the second post in our engagement ring series we are focusing on ring settings and styles.

Looking for a wedding gift that's not on the registry? Next time you are invited to a wedding skip the china and crystal and have a floral arrangement sent to the couple's house every month on their anniversary. Set this up for 3, 6 or 12 months after the wedding. This is the gift that keeps on giving!

This Wedding Dress guide from Simply Bridal is a great resource for figuring out what you are looking for and what will look best on your body. When you find a dress at a salon that you like, make sure to ask about the neckline, silhouette and fabric so you can tell other salons what you have liked on your body in the past.

Have you checked out the selection of custom holiday cards on Etsy? Below is a roundup of some of our favorite options!

The first in our three part series on engagement rings - shapes! This guide below shows the different diamond shapes. It is best to try on different rings before deciding on a shape to make sure you like how it looks on your hand. Which shape is your favorite?

With engagement season upon us, we had to share this article from The Huffington Post called 5 Ways to Get the Engagement Ring You Want. Do you think your guy needs a little guidance or should it be a surprise?

Today we are introducing you to Plum Pretty Sugar, a go-to resource for beautiful robes and sleepwear. Their robes make great lingerie shower gifts and we especially love their robe sets for bridesmaid gifts. These robes look great in photos of the bridal party getting ready and your bridesmaids will continue to love them after the wedding. Check out their site for the variety of patterns and styles.

With Thanksgiving next week our minds are flowing with centerpiece ideas. Check out some of favorite ideas to incorporate flowers into your Thanksgiving tablescape.

This is the sweetest find to date! Sweet Caroline Confections creates custom lollipops perfect for your next occasion. They can add glitter or sprinkles to a variety of flavored lollipops and can even add custom art to your order. These are great favors for baby showers, bridal showers, birthday parties and weddings. We cannot wait to try them!

A very special touch you can add to your save the dates or invitations is a custom postage stamp. Using Zazzle.com you can personalize their pre-designed stamps or create your own. Upload your engagement pictures, use your wedding monogram, or put your wedding date for a completely customized stamp just for you!

We love this list of Must Have Wedding Photos from Apple Brides. It is important to go over any photos that are important to you with your photographer prior to the wedding. For your formal pictures, you can even provide the photographer with a list of combinations to make sure every photo you want is taken and to help keep things moving at a quick pace.

The only things more gorgeous than chandeliers are floral chandeliers! Check out our favorite photos of floral chandeliers at various weddings and events.

Today we are sharing some pictures with you from the Beth Yeshurun Day School Market last month. We put together a tablescape perfect for a winter wedding or holiday dinner party. A mixture of silver and gold metallics is the perfect setting for a winter affair and our sparkly menus added a little something extra to the table. We were honored to be a part of this great event and help raise money for the BYDS PTA.

Linens, Chairs and Chargers - Any Occasion Party Rental

Vanilla Cakeballs - Jenny Tavor Custom Catering

Stationery - VPElegance

Today we are introducing you to Revelry House! The company brought to you by Lo Bosworth and Christianne Amodio gives you everything you need to quickly throw a party together.

We absolutely love the idea of confetti filled programs for a wedding. Check out this DIY version brought to you by The Knot.

We love a good celebrity wedding! Below are a few of our favorite celebrity wedding dresses. Even thought the marriages have not all lasted, the dresses are still fresh in our minds!

We love this idea for wedding or shower favors! Send your guests home with raw local honey in the adorable packaging provided by EcohausProject. These jars of honey come in a variety of sizes and they will customize the label for your party. We love this idea, especially for outdoor events!

Lauren Conrad's Guide to Wedding Attire is a great resource for when you aren't quite sure what to wear to that upcoming wedding. Do you agree with her Dos and Don'ts?

Baby's Breath is a soft white flower that we especially love for rustic winter weddings. Check out some of our favorite baby's breath details for inspiration!

Calling all Etsy obsessed brides! Did you know you can register on Etsy? Visit the Etsy Wedding Registry to sign up and share with your wedding guests. Below are a few of our favorite registry items.

When you book a venue for your wedding or any event, it is important to ask what types of chairs they have available. If you do not like the options available to you, you will need to rent chairs for the big day. Most venues carry basic banquet chairs and in the past few years many have started keeping chiavari chairs in stock. It's important to know what your options are because like everything else, there are lots of them!

We love Project Wedding's Guide to Wedding Chair Styles. Which style is your favorite?

Many brides want to wear white to their pre-wedding events (showers, bachelorette, rehearsal dinner, etc.) As the winter months get closer, finding the perfect LWD can become more of a challenge. Below are some of our favorite winter white dresses for your upcoming parties!

Today for your Floral Friday inspiration we are featuring bridesmaids with non-matching bouquets! We love the idea of sending your girls down the aisle with different bouquets. Whether they each have a totally different color or different shades of the same color (hello ombre!) it looks really beautiful especially with neutral colored dresses. Not ready to send different colors down the aisle? Try mixing up the types of flowers in the same color palette.

With Halloween just around the corner we are gearing up for all of the spooky festivities! One of our favorite traditions...a pumpkin carving party. Follow our recipe below for the perfect fall fest.

Limited Lane has great options for signs for your wedding. Signs to show guests where things are, signs for your flower girl or ring bearer to carry down the aisle and signs to hold up for photos with your new spouse. They have some really adorable options and can customize to match your wedding colors.

Pretty Please Nail Polish is one of our favorite finds ever! These adorable and completely customizable bottles of nail polish are perfect for so many of your wedding needs. They are great for asking your bridesmaids, as party favors for showers or luncheons, and make great bridesmaid gifts. Simply pick your favorite color polish, give it a creative name and order!

There is nothing more magical than flowers hanging from the ceiling of your reception. Whether it is the ceiling of a ballroom or the top of a tent, flowers hanging from up above give a beautiful and romantic look to any space.

Today we are sharing some of our favorite wedding and event blogs. Blogs serve as great resources for new ideas and real wedding inspiration. Check out some of our favorite blogs and make sure to bookmark them for the future!

Style Me Pretty (and check out Style Me Pretty Texas)

Bridal Bar Blog

Houston Wedding Blog

Junebug Weddings

Green Wedding Shoes

Oh So Beautiful Paper

Mindy Weiss Blog

Inspired by This

This invitation guide from Val Marie Paper is a great resource for the basics of invitation wording and addressing. She also includes some great tips about when to send invitations, if you should send a save the date and advice for the postage.

While a guest book is a wonderful traditional element for your wedding, we love some of these creative alternatives!

We love the dramatic contrast of black and white. Black and white events have such a glamorous look and we are loving these ideas for black and white floral arrangements. Happy Floral Friday everyone!

Today we are sharing some details from a Texas-themed couples shower we helped host. Hosted at someone's home, we turned the space into a rustic country affair. We served barbecue and a signature drink of Texas Tea named for the couple. The party was decorated with burlap wrapped mason jars filled with sunflowers and wood and chalkboard details. Framed photos of the couple were found all around the room and a custom mad libs game was available for guests to fill out and the couple to enjoy after the party. Custom napkins and cups were created by Gracious Bridal. The hosts gifted the couple the rustic cooler for their backyard which doubled as decor for the party. We are sure this couple had a great time at their shower and are looking forward to their wedding in December!

One of our favorite things about wedding planning is all of the pre-wedding festivities! Engagement parties, showers, bachelorette parties, and more have all become essential parts of the wedding planning process. As the bride, it is important to thank the hosts of your parties properly. A handwritten thank you note goes a long way and a gracious gift for your hosts is a nice additional touch! Lime Tree Gifts has lots of great gifts for all occasions. Below are some of our favorite picks for your hostess gifts.

This wedding cake guide is a great resource for figuring out many tiers and what size tiers you will need for your wedding cake. Your bakery will also be able to determine this for you but this graphic will help you in the beginning stages of planning!

We love the idea of placing an individual floral bud at each place setting. This is especially sweet for smaller gatherings like showers and bridal luncheons. Guests will love this extra special touch and it is the perfect way to add a pop of color to your place setting.

The final post in our series...Something Blue! There are many creative ways to incorporate your something blue into your wedding. Below is a list of a few of our favorites.

- Have your bouquet made from blue hydrangeas

- Wear a blue garter under your dress

- Paint your toe nails blue

- Wear blue shoes with your dress

- Have your bouquet wrapped in blue silk fabric

- Wear sapphire jewelry

- Have your wedding date embroidered on the inside of your dress

- Add blue detailing to your wedding cake

- Make your signature cocktails with blue liqueur

Rosie Day Design features some of the cutest wedding party invitations around! From showers and bachelorette parties to the rehearsal dinner, their invitation designs are simple and beautiful. We especially love the recipe cards for guests to fill out for a bridal shower. Everything is customizable and can be printed at your local print shop. You can also add matching thank you notes to the invitations for your guest of honor!

The third post in our series and it's our favorite! Something Borrowed represents a bride borrowing something from someone in a happy marriage in order to bring happiness to her marriage. Below is a list of some of our favorite ideas:

- Borrow your father's silk handkerchief

- Wear borrowed jewelry from your mother or grandmother

- Borrow a sixpence for your shoe from a happily married friend

- Wear a borrowed button down men's shirt to get ready in on your wedding day

- Borrow a reading or poem from a friend's wedding to be read at your wedding

- Wear a borrowed veil with your wedding dress

- Pin your dad's cufflinks to your bouquet wrap

- Borrow a vintage wrap or shawl for your wedding exit

If you live in the Houston area, Petite Sweets is a must-try! One of our favorite sweet treat destinations in the city, they have the most beautiful (and delicious!) treats. From macarons and cake balls to whoopie pies and custard, they have everything to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Fall is officially here and we have some beautiful fall floral inspiration for you!

The second post in the series and the easiest! Most brides have no problem finding their something new. Easy options include your dress, your shoes or your lingerie. Some more creative options could include a new robe to get ready in, a new nail polish on your fingers or new jewelry (possibly a wedding gift from the groom!)

Want to add a little something extra to your wedding cake? We love these customizable cake toppers from BetterOffWed. Each topper is one-of-a-kind and arrives in a beautiful keepsake box. You can choose your colors and personalize your design in your wedding colors. Don't forget to save it for the top tier of your cake on your first anniversary!

Today's post is the first of four in this series. Many brides choose to have something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue on their wedding day. For something old, there is a wide range of things that you can use. Try to find something that belonged to someone in your family from an older generation. Ideas include rings, garters, cake toppers or handkerchiefs. Other options are to have framed pictures of your parents or grandparents from their weddings, or use a classic car for your exit transportation.

Today we are featuring one of our favorite makeup artists, Sari Motley of Sari Motley Cosmetics. With nearly 20 years in the cosmetics industry, Sari is more than a makeup artist, she is a beauty and skin guru with a passion for clean products that are both good for you and the environment.

Her adorable studio features great products such as Butter London, Kai, Vapour Organic Beauty and Coola Mineral Suncare. She does skincare coaching and makeup lessons as well as bridal makeup.

Make sure to contact Sari for your bridal party makeup (she travels!) and setup a trial at her adorable studio today!

Today we show you ways to incorporate flowers into your escort card display. Whether it is a beautiful arrangement on the table or you lay your escort cards across a bed of flowers, this is a table everyone is guaranteed to see at your wedding. Get even more creative with escort card boards and and hanging arrangements!

It's the little details that make a wedding truly special and personalized. We love getting a little creative with signs throughout the event. Below are some of our favorite ideas to add clever signs to your wedding for a truly personal touch!

Looking for personalized gifts for your bridesmaids? MonogramWorks has a wide variety of great gifts for your gals and the monogramming is included! From robes and towel wraps to totes and cosmetic bags, MonogramWorks has all of the options and will put together a custom order for your specific needs. They also have really creative and fun monogram design options.

It's never too early to begin preparing your beauty routine for your wedding day. This timeline from Brittany Kimmell is a great guide to when you should start preparing and reminds us to not try something new too close to the wedding!

We are loving chalkboard details at weddings. They add the perfect vintage and rustic touch to events of all sizes. Add chalkboard details to your invitations, weddings, signage, signature drinks or your favors!

Many brides opt for a traditional white bouquet, but we also love a bright and colorful bouquet! Brightly colored roses, hydrangeas, peonies and more can create some of the most beautiful bouquets. The color also creates a great contrast against a white wedding gown. Not sure about going bold for your bouquet? Try them out for your bridesmaids!

For all of our grooms-to-be out there (and their groomsmen) here are 7 simple steps to tying a bow tie from Style Me Pretty. Enjoy!

Letterpress is a weakness for us so imagine our excitement when we discovered Haute Papier on Etsy! From letterpress stationery and coasters to personalized notepads and fabulous wrapping paper, we were in heaven. Their use of beautiful fonts and bright colors dragged us in instantly.

We love when the bride and groom's chairs at the wedding reception have a little something extra to them! Make them stand out with special chairs, monogrammed coverings, floral garlands, or bride and groom signs. If your chairs are lucite you can add a monogrammed or Mr. and Mrs. decals to the chair too. From rustic or garden weddings to modern or beachy weddings, there is a way to dress up the bride and groom's chairs for every wedding.

We had the pleasure of attending the BHLDN Fall Fashion Show last week and were definitely impressed by all of the beautiful dresses and accessories to come this season! BHLDN and Anthropologie combined their fabulous fall fashions for a beautiful show featuring bows, back details, sequins and vintage accessories. Check out our pictures from the show and make sure to visit BHLDN in Highland Village for all of your wedding needs.

It can be both smart and economical to choose flowers for your wedding that are in season. If you are still choosing a date and have your heart set on a specific flower, you may want to consult this chart as well! This chart from Bayside Bride gives you an overview of the most popular wedding flowers, what colors they come in and when they are in season.

Writing thank you notes can be challenging, especially when you are writing hundreds. We love Weddings Are Beautiful's formula for the perfect thoughtful thank you notes!

We are working with VPElegance on an upcoming project and cannot say enough great things about them! They can work with you on your invitations, menus, programs, table numbers, escort cards and more. They have great sparkly designs for those weddings featuring some bling! They are easy to work with and have some great pre-made options. Make sure to check out their Etsy shop today!

We love the way rubber stamps look on paper or fabric. They add a great vintage look and you can find ink pads in every color! Here are 5 ways you can incorporate rubber stamps into your wedding.

One of our favorite ways to dress up cocktails at a party is with drink stirrers. Whether they are themed, sparkly, personalized or letterpressed, a drink stirrer adds a fun touch to your signature drinks or event cocktails. We rounded up some of our favorite ideas. How will you dress up your drinks?

One of our favorite things we have come across on Etsy are custom calligraphy address stamps. These are perfect for your save the dates or thank you notes. Primele is an Etsy Shop that specializes in these stamps and we love their variety of designs. They will work with you on a custom order or choose from their many options!

We love these glitter confetti bags for a fun party favor or for your wedding exit! OhLovelyDay shows us how to make these and still leaves room for you to personalize them. Simply follow the step by step instructions and fill with your favorite confetti!

We are absolutely loving lucite wedding details right now! From chairs and invitations to cake stands and altars, you can incorporate lucite into any part of your wedding. Light up the lucite with lighting or candles or add custom vinyl to lucite for your names or monograms. Lucite adds a beautiful modern touch and can make a small space look a lot larger too!

If you are having little ones in your wedding you will need to make sure the ring bearer has a little boutonniere and you will need something for your flower girl. Whether it is the traditional basket of petals or a more modern option, the little girl in your wedding will love something special just for her! Other options include a ball of flowers, a floral garland (works best if you have 2 flower girls), and a crown of flowers for her head. She could also carry a smaller version of your bridesmaid bouquets.

Many couples choose to take engagement pictures prior to their wedding. This is a great way to get to know your photographer and to have some nice casual photos of you as a couple. Many couples use the photos on their wedding website, save the dates or on display at the rehearsal dinner or wedding. We put together 5 tips for you while you are preparing for your shoot!

We have discovered the ultimate bridal one-stop shop on Etsy! From custom cups and napkins to welcome bags and bachelorette supplies Gracious Bridal is the go-to source for all brides-to-be.

We also have to mention that they are a complete pleasure to work with, have low minimum orders, no art fees, tons of font options and will work with you on putting together a custom order! Some of our favorite items are below but make sure to check out their Etsy shop and website for more products and inspiration.

If you are having a seated dinner at your wedding you may want to assign tables to your guests. There are many creative ways to display the table assignments instead of the simple tented cards. Below are a few of our favorite ideas!

An invitation detail we are loving right now is edge painting. Whether you go with a bright neon color, a metallic touch, a bold dark color or a light pastel, edge painting adds a pop of color and an interesting detail to your wedding invitations. Add it to your RSVP cards, program or menu too!

Floral Friday is not just about the flowers! The vases you display your flowers in are just as important as the flowers in them. We love the look of mercury vases with all flower combinations. We especially love them with pink or white flowers. Line up several small mercury vases next to each other for a beautiful centerpiece!

Today we're going back to school! I partnered with some fabulous ladies to put together this back-to-school photo shoot with some of the cutest kids around. An ABC banner, milk and cookies, some books and crayons can all go a long way. Throw in a chalkboard easel and some silly krazy straws and you have got yourself a simple back-to-school party!

Jessica Laviage of Paperhearts Photography takes fantastic natural light photos and is available for your kids' back-to-school and holiday card photos. Make sure to give her a call and schedule your next professional photos!

Jessica Samet of The Little Crane Smocked Shoppe dressed all of the kids in her new fall collection. These clothes are absolutely adorable and are all able to be personalized. Check out her Facebook page for live sales and auctions.

Need some fun but simple decor for your next party? Paper Chain Press is the answer! This Etsy shop sells beautiful tassel garlands in all different color schemes. These are perfect for bachelorettes, birthday parties and holiday parties. You can also use them to dress up your home for the holidays!

We are loving all of the gender reveal party ideas we are seeing on Pinterest lately! From bows and bowties to cowboys and cowgirls there are so many ways to reveal your baby's gender to your friends and family. Below are a few of our favorite ideas including balloon and push-up pop confetti and fun drink and treat ideas!

Letterpress is one of our favorite stationery styles. Lately we are loving metallic foil letterpress for weddings. Either put just your names in the foil or the entire invitation for an instantly glamorous look. Below are a few of our favorite examples but the options are endless!

We love anemones at a wedding for an extra dramatic effect. They come in many different colors and the stigma colors are all different. Below are some of our favorite inspiration photos with anemones.

A mimosa bar is the perfect addition to your next brunch party! Today we are showing you how to do it in just 5 simple steps.

Etsy shop WithThisDish is one of our favorite sources for engagement gifts. Your newly engaged friends will love these personalized ring dishes to hold their new bling!

Remember krazy straws from your childhood? They're back and customizable! We love this idea for birthdays and bachelorettes. Check out KrazyStraws.com for all of the different themed options available!

Today we are rounding up different ways for you and your groom to exit your wedding reception. We have broken them down into four categories for you!

We love floral monograms for lots of occasions: weddings, birthdays, baby showers and more! Hang them on the front door, the bride and groom's chairs or behind a dessert table for a personalized touch in your party's floral palette.

Last night we got into a discussion with a bride about cocktail napkins. There are so many options to customize your napkins for your big day! Below are a few of our favorite ways to personalize cocktail napkins at your wedding.

Trying to find the perfect gift for the father of the bride? Maybe you need a gift for your groom or a way to remember a loved one? jYOUlry is the perfect Etsy shop for you!

You can add a photo to a pin for a boutonniere, a great way to make the father of the bride's boutonniere a little extra special. You can add a photo to a charm for your bouquet to remember a loved one that couldn't be there. An engagement photo can be placed in cufflinks for your groom to wear when he walks down the aisle. There are so many options and these pieces are a great way to add a personal touch to your wedding. Just remember to have your photographer take a picture of your custom pieces!

It is no surprise that weddings have progressed over time. From online RSVPs and wedding websites to apps and hashtags, weddings have reached the digital age! Below are 5 of our favorite ways to digitize your wedding.

Lately a lot of women are having sprinkles for their second babies (a mini shower!) We love this idea and put together an inspiration board for a very literal take on the idea. From donuts and ice cream sundae bars to favors in salt shakers, there are so many ways to take on the word sprinkle!

Happy Floral Friday! Don't forget to include some gorgeous florals on your wedding cake to tie it in with the rest of your decor.

Extra hint: arrange your bridesmaid bouquets around the cake during the reception for bonus decor!

As we mentioned in an earlier blog post, we participated in the Summer Pop-Up Shop Soiree last week. It was a really successful event for all of the fabulous vendors involved. We all hope to have another one in the months to come!

At our table, we staged a kids birthday party, Hailey's Lemonade Stand! The party had refreshing pink lemonade and delicious pink lemonade cupcakes. We built a mini lemonade stand and had bottled lemonade mix as party favors. All of this plus some adorable decor in a pink and yellow color scheme make for a super cute birthday party for kids of all ages! This party can easily be expanded on a larger scale for any size venue or budget. See below for some photos from the event taken by the incredibly talented Jessica Laviage of Paperhearts.

Today we are outlining 5 simple steps to make an adorable paper bunting! Buntings are great way to add decoration to a dessert table, your mantle or the wall. You can also use them to decorate your house for holidays or seasons!

There is nothing we love more than sweet pups being a part of a wedding. If your dog is well behaved enough to participate in your wedding, it is such a nice way to include him or her in your special day. He can be a part of the photos or even walk down the aisle with a bridesmaid or the ring bearer and flower girls.

Happy Floral Friday! It's important to remember when creating a floral display, that you still have the entire vase to work with. Submerging flowers in the water of your vase is a great way to utilize the entire vase and add an interesting element to your arrangement. Here are some of our favorite examples!

Hawthorne Ave. is your go-to source for pretty custom banners for any occasion! All banners can be customized with names and colors and all will add a little extra sparkle to your next event. We especially love them for bachelorette parties, baby showers and New Years parties! Where will you hang your glittery banner?

On Thursday afternoon I will be joining several other creative and talented women in hosting the Summer Pop-Up Shop Soiree! This will be a one day only event to preview & shop the hottest trends in kidswear, jewelry, sweet treats, paper goods in Houston!

For 3 HOURS ONLY, stop by, support, and shop some of your favorite local, women-owned businesses! Kids are welcome. Additionally, the first 200 people will receive FREE Menchie's Yogurt. Hope to see you there!

We absolutely love incorporating koozies in some part of your wedding or pre-wedding events. Besides the fact that they are adorable and come in so many cute styles, they are totally practical! From an engagement party all the way to your wedding reception, we have a variety of ways to include koozies.

We have been going crazy over all of the beautiful peonies used in spring weddings. Below is a little peony inspiration for your Friday. Enjoy!

We can't forget about the boys when it comes to wedding planning! As important as it is to ask your bridesmaids in a creative way, the boys can have a little fun too. We have rounded up some unique ideas to ask the boys to be a part of your special day. Plus check out our Pinterest board that is full of ideas, just for the boys!

One of the most important decisions a bride makes (besides saying yes!) is choosing her bridesmaids. Once she makes this decision it is vital that she asks them to be a part of her day in a unique and creative way! There are so many creative ideas to ask your bridesmaids and Flapperdoodle has created one of our favorites. In their Wedding section you can find cute cards to ask your bridesmaids or to thank them for being your bridesmaid (goes perfectly with your bridesmaid gifts!)

You can completely customize your card by choosing the number of bridesmaids, dress style, skin color, hair color and style. You can even add the name of each girl to the skirt of her dress. These cards make a really cute addition to a bridesmaid gift and are a unique way to ask your closest friends to be a part of your big day. Shop their Etsy store today!

There was a lack in the Bar and Bat Mitzvah idea inspiration sources, until now! Mazel Magazine is a source for inspiration for everything related to Bar and Bat Mitzvahs. From theme and decor ideas to original entertainment and fashion. Check out their website if you have an upcoming Bar or Bat Mitzvah to plan and make sure to follow them on Pinterest for ongoing inspiration.

Throwing together a last minute birthday celebration? Today we are featuring some simple do-it-yourself birthday party decorations for celebrations at every age!

The aisle is one of the most important parts of a wedding ceremony's decor. It lines the path for both the bride and groom to come together to say their vows. We love a petal lined aisle! Check out some of these creative patterns made with flowers to create stunning and unique aisles for weddings of all styles.

Etsy is definitely my go-to for the perfect hostess gifts. When someone hosts a party for you (think bridal shower or graduation party) it is always nice to give them a small thank you gift for their time and effort. My favorite hostess gifts are these glass personalized cutting boards from Boutique Monogram. They look great in everyone's kitchen and can be completely customized. They also offer a wide variety of other personalized gifts from notepads to iPhone cases. Make sure you check out their Etsy shop for your next hostess gifts!

These days brides are considering every possible detail when planning their weddings, down to the pinky nail! With nail art becoming more and more popular, brides are turning to the beauty experts for ideas on the perfect nails for their special day. We have many ideas on our Wedding Beauty Pinterest board but below are just a few of our favorites!

Late night snacks are extremely popular at parties that go past midnight. There are so many creative options to choose from, but we are highlighting the drinkable options! From milkshakes and root beer floats to jello shots and coffee bars the options are endless (and delicious!)

If only every day could be Floral Friday! We love all types of flowers around here and will be featuring creative uses of them each and every Friday. Prepare to be inspired! Today we are featuring all white bouquets. We love solid white bouquets for a traditional bridal style. From lilies and roses to orchids and peonies, you can't go wrong with an all white bouquet.

A party favor is the perfect way to send your guests home with a little piece of your party to remember. Favors can range from sweet treats to small memorabilia, but sometimes it's not just what's on the inside that counts. There are so many creative ways to package your favors for parties of all occasions. Don't be afraid to think outside the box (literally!) when packaging your sweet little gifts for your guests.

If you aren't addicted to Etsy yet, you will be now! Etsy is an online source for individuals to sell their handmade items. We have found the perfect items for every type of party on Etsy and have found all of the shop owners to be a delight to work with. From paper goods to decor and favors, Etsy has it all! Each Wednesday we will be highlighting a different Etsy shop that can help with your party needs.

First up, Garter Girl. Garter Girl is your go-to source for beautiful custom and handmade garters. There is a garter for every bridal style, and these make great gifts for the bride-to-be in your life. Below are just a few of the beautiful garters available in their Etsy shop. Shop more now: http://www.etsy.com/shop/thegartergirl

We are absolutely loving Ombre everything! From small details to an entire themed party, ombre adds a gorgeous element to a monochrome palette. In particular, we are loving ombre for showers and first birthday parties. Check out our Ombre Pinterest board for more ombre inspiration.

Heading to a 4th of July party next week? You should never arrive at a party empty handed! We found a variety of delicious looking sweets that would be the perfect addition to any patriotic spread.