Design & Decor

Hand painted Bridal Shoes by Figgie Shoes

May 8, 2012

If there’s one thing we love more than fabulous shoes, t’s personalized pumps that truly make a statement. Conformity is for the masses and if you’re a nouveau fan then you know that over here, owning one’s personal style isn’t just an art, it’s the rule. Introducing Deborah Thompson (aka “Figgie”) – photographer, illustrator and [...]

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Papel Picado Inspiration for Cinco de Mayo

May 3, 2012

Photo: Aymujer.etsy.com Cinco de Mayo is around the corner and it wouldn’t be a Mexican fiesta without a splash of folk art inspiration. Papel picado is stylized design that’s now a widespread decorative aesthetic around the world. It’s often associated with laser cut paper designs and today, we’re exploring alternative ways to incorporate Papel picado [...]

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Stained Glass Inspiration for Italy’s Cultural Week

April 20, 2012

{CREDIT: Courtney Khail Stationery} This Saturday & Sunday are the last few days of Italy’s 2012 Cultural Week where Italian state wide museums and venues waive their entrance fees in honor of art and history! Today we have been inspired by the great Italian artists who were contracted to build grand, artistic decor and beautiful arches that welcomed guests into festivals, theatrical [...]

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Little Red Riding Hood Inspiration Tablescape

March 20, 2012

With the surge in storybook inspired entertainment hitting the big screen lately, I’m reminded by a drop dead gorgeous tables cape we featured in our fall 2011 issue. Exploring childhood fantasies can thrust one’s imagination from exaggerated whimsy to classic story telling. Janelle Dedini and Samone Shepherdson, the inventive duo behind Australia’s Cake Ink, lept [...]

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Wedding Passport Invitations with Cultural Designs

March 12, 2012

Inspired by her own need for unique invitations to her Cabo San Lucas wedding, Sarah of Sproullie Designs decided to set up shop to fulfill the much needed destination stationery demand. Her customizable geographical and cultural inspired designs radiate with personality. These passports serve as a romantic storybook of the bride and groom, not [...]

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Why We Love Celeb Designer – Sasha Souza

February 16, 2012

On the surface, a solid shade of orange is simply that: Orange! However, like the portfolio of one of today’s most emulated wedding designers – Sasha Souza (founder and creative director of Sasha Souza events) there’s more to any color than meets the eye. Multiple pigments of whimsy, creativity and experience in the art of dreaming [...]

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Why We Love Aaron Delesie!

February 9, 2012

He’s one of our favorite artists…by far a Vendor J’Adore!. Find out why our editors can’t get enough of award-winning photographer – Aaron Delesie, in our in-depth interview exclusive, here. {Image – Aaron Delesie}

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Valentine’s Day Chocolate Love Affair

January 27, 2012

Pardon my Beiber-esque euphoria but…OMG!!! Have you heard of Compartes? No, it’s not the lastest overblown craze, though I will admit that my excitement over this refreshingly modern and tasty chocolate collection rivals maybe…oh, Downton Abbey on PBS. The owner of Compartes, Jonathan Grahm is the “willy wonka” behind each handmade confection, and along with his [...]

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