Paperie Wednesday – Moments of Color

  Autumn Amour

Chocolate & Cherries

Navy Monogram

Hot Chocolate

Gold n’ Syrup

   Orchid Beauty

 

Silver Lily

 

Pinstripe Panache

 

Sweet Chic

 

I discovered Moments of Color, a couple of years ago and was drawn to the Chocolate and Cherries invitation set.  Moments of Color is a small graphic studio in Australia.  Moments of Color does ship to the United States.

Chocolate Martini

A Cocktail Celebration inspired by the Chocolate Martini

Chocolate Martini

1 1/2 shots Godiva® chocolate liqueur
1 1/2 shots creme de cacao
1/2 shot vodka
2 1/2 shots half-and-half

Mix all ingredients in a shaker with ice, shake and pour into a chilled cocktail glass.

Recipe from Drinks Mixer Photo from My Recipes.


Today, Polka Dot Bride featured a great inspiration board for a wedding inspired by the chocolate martini. You know I love chocolate martinis, it’s one of my favorite cocktails!. I couldn’t help but share this delicious idea. Go over to Polka Dot Bride right now to find more ideas and inspiration for this awesome event…do so by clicking here.

Wedding gown by Mariana Hardwick, cake from Brides, boutonnieres from Martha Stewart Weddings, programs from Brides, chocolate martini from My Recipes, cigars from The Fairmount Bride, chocolate desserts from Koko Black, Bircage Veil from ktjean, Lounge photo from Theobroma Chocolate Lounge, polka dot stockings and shoes from Jigsaw

Freestyle Friday - Inspiration by Preston Bailey

Freestyle Friday - Inspiration by Diann Valentine

Morning Inspiration

While reading Southern Weddings Magazine's Blog this morning, I came across these beautiful pictures of Karen Tran's wedding of Karen Tran Florals. I absolutely love Karen's work. Karen's wedding was held at the Hotel Coronado. According to Karen, the flower girls carried a floral bag embellished with sweetheart roses and crystal brooches. The ring bearers carried a silk boxes adorned with brown orchids. The flower girls bag is gorgeous and unique. The last three sets of pictures are from the wedding reception. Karen used white and cream flowers for the ceremony and vibrant red and orange flowers for the reception. The reception has an island style theme that was executed extremely well. I absolutely love the crystals hanging from the centerpieces. These pictures are truly an inspiration and can also be found at Karen Tran's blog.