Mon, March 21, 2011
Posted by Michelle
Today’s palette post is an interesting combination… I love the soft, romantic lavender paired with the deep, dramatic scarlet red. Together they have a really beautiful vintage feel to them that will add an old world quality to your special day!

Gown, Vera Wang; Bridesmaids dresses, Invitation, Bouquet, Martha Stewart Weddings; Double Briolet Earrings, Navy & Lavender; Peeptoe Slingbacks, Christian Louboutin; Geometric Floral Tie, Brioni
Thu, February 10, 2011
Posted by Michal
We’ve seen some amazing ways to show your love this Valentine’s Day, and I’ve recapped my favorites right here (some incredible ones from The Knotty Bride), along with our own very N&L way to show your love for someone: a Valentine’s Day Favor Cake! Why give one gift when you can give a whole tower?





1. Cupid, The Knotty Bride 2. Kissing Booth 3. Linzer Tarts 4.… Read More »
Wed, February 2, 2011
Posted by Michal
It’s no lie that I have loads of love for Impress Stamps and other goodies. Their version of this V-day’s DIY cards include wings of love, mini hangers, keys to your heart and cute little love bottles! Visit their site for inspiration and the crafts to make them.

Tue, October 26, 2010
Posted by Michal
Grown all over the world since ancient times, the pomegranate is a symbol of the fall season, and its vivid red color is a wonderful addition to any color palette. Used in Grenadine, it is a wonderful way to personalize your champagne cocktails or special wedding drink, sweet desserts, or even as seating cards. Emphasize by coordinating shoes and accessories to this versatile, healthy, and romantic fruit.

1. Cut pomegranate, The Food Network 2. Izze… Read More »
Fri, October 8, 2010
Posted by Michal
Love in any form has never been cliché, especially when showing your love for one another with these red heart ideas for your wedding details! Celebrate each other and your family and friends with red heart chair pillows, a balloon bouquet instead of flowers, red heart macaroons (my favorite!) or heart balloon favors for each of your guests.

For safety in the environment,please never release the balloons. A fabulous commenter on Oncewed found this biodegradble heart balloon… Read More »
Tue, April 27, 2010
Posted by Michelle
Posted by: Michal
If you are excited about the Kentucky Derby like we are, and want to include some ‘horse-luck” into your special event, look no further for inspiration! Seat guests with adorable race-horse place cards and mats; For favors, give your guests silver horseshoes for their own luck; and remind guests how lucky you are as newlyweds with horseshoe stationery from Hello! Lucky.
The greatest inspiration, however, came from Theresa and Jon’s wedding, found on Martha Stewart Weddings. Glassine envelopes… Read More »
Wed, March 24, 2010
Posted by Michelle
Posted by: Michelle
At the first signs of Spring, I anxiously started switching out my closet and came across one of my favorite outfits – a red poppy print dress – and instantly found inspiration in it as a wedding or bridal shower motif!
While cherry blossoms seem to have become the more popular flower of choice for Spring galas these days, I still love the sweet and playful nature of poppies. Check out these adorable poppy place… Read More »
Fri, February 26, 2010
Posted by Michelle
There’s no reason to lose your love of red just because Valentine’s day is over! It is a winter color through and through. Here are some red inspirations to get you through the rest of the winter!


Fri, February 26, 2010
Posted by Michelle
Apple red and Tiffany blue are the perfect marriage of colors for a wedding. The blue provides a soft backdrop for the decor, while the red adds a bold pop of color. Carry your color scheme to the table not only with your linens and flowers, but with the food as well, serving lobster for appetizers or entrees. And perhaps take “something blue” to the next level with a sky blue bridal gown!
Mon, February 22, 2010
Posted by Michelle
Born on Valentine’s Day and a true romantic, red was a natural choice for my wedding. From there I logically turned to classic red roses, but added a fresh take by incorporating a degrade effect (floral arrangements had shades of red fading into blushes and pinks, and ending in ivories and whites). Looking to my favorite bridal magazines for more guidance, I found a photo of the perfect tablescape, which featured elegant red lanterns. With that vision in mind, I… Read More »