Board #431: Sleek Orange & Gray

Wild pops of orange against a cool gray backdrop and modern minimalism (that is still somewhat whimsical) define today wedding inspiration board, which was largely inspired by a little sneak peek from Amy Atlas' upcoming dessert buffet (truffles arranged on a Missoni-inspired graphic print). For those of you aiming for a modern look, how are you achieving it? What's inspiring you?

Mood: sleek urban chic
Palette: cement gray, orange peel

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Top row from left: orange dress via coco + kelley, dandelion in bud vase from Brides, tables and chairs with orange cushions via Apartment Therapy, orange calla lily bouquet photo by Red Ribbon Studio
Row 2: architectural wedding cake, orange bouquet and gray escort cards all from Martha Stewart Weddings, orange Jil Sander flats from Net-a-Porter
Row 3: strapless dress by Jenny Yoo, modern centerpiece by Artfool, orange blossom invitation by Egg Press for Minted.com, white chocolate truffles from Amy Atlas

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Sponsored Post: Ink & Peat

One of my very first friends in the blog world was Pam Zsori, who writes the blog Housemartin. You may recognize her work from some of my inspiration boards, or maybe an article in Sunset magazine or Bride & Bloom. Not only is she the sweetest, but she's also a very talented floral designer and the woman behind the home and floral shop, Ink & Peat. I'm so excited to share some of her work with you today! Here are just a few of my favorite bridal bouquets...





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If you're in the Portland, Oregon area, you definitely have to stop by and see what she has in stock - so much fun stuff for your home or to give as gifts. And of course, if you're planning a wedding or any event, Pam can create beautiful florals for you! Be sure to check out more about Ink & Peat, Pam's floral design, and other pretty things on Housemartin.

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Today's feature is actually a rehearsal dinner, but I think it could just as easily be a really fun wedding, and it felt like a really fun theme for the Fourth of July weekend. Laurie Arons created this retro hoedown party for a bride and groom in Calistoga, and Thayer Allyson Gowdy captured it all in these great shots...




The wedding took place at a private home in Northern California.




During the cocktail hour guests enjoyed a full bar, including the signature drink of whiskey sours, as well as mesquite grilled prawns and chipotle deviled eggs, provided by Daniel Ripley Catering. Dinner included buttermilk fried chicken, barbecue ribs, biscuits, cornbread and coleslaw.


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Everyone came dressed in their cowboy gear! Welcome baskets included the classic children's book This is San Francisco, old fashioned peanut brittle, Popchips, sunscreen, a San Francisco/Napa Valley Zagat guide customized with the couple's wedding date (a gift from the Zagats, close friends of the couple), a tin of roasted almonds from Torn Ranch, Calistoga mineral water, and a detailed welcome letter listing the weekend's activities.



A bluegrass band, booked through Innovative Entertainment, serenaded the cocktail hour, and played after dinner.








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Guests enjoyed a country western themed movie about the bride and groom!






After dinner there was square dancing, complete with a caller.


The bride loves cake, so she had Perfect Endings make a display of home-style favorites, including devil's food, banana, spiced pecan, and red velvet. There were also s'mores (with organic dark chocolate, and homemade marshmallows and grahams - of course!) to end the evening. Guests were sent home with small burlap bags filled with retro candy.

If this doesn't look like a fun time, then I don't know what does! Congratulations Chrissy and Alex, and thank you so much to Laurie Arons and Thayer Allyson Gowdy for sharing this wonderful party with us. You can also see some of Thayer's pics of the actual wedding day over on Laurie's blog.

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