31 July 2013

Wedding Wednesday: White & Cream Table Settings

White and cream table settings look so timeless, so elegant....

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Event design by David Starck (image source unknown)

30 July 2013

elegant entryways

There is nothing like making an elegant first impression...

















"Elegance is the only beauty that never fades."
- Audrey Hepburn

{image sources: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15}

Gracious



I love this quote by Elsie De Wolfe. Isn't it just lovely?

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29 July 2013

beautiful books

During the last couple of weeks, I've had the pleasure of spending some time with two beautiful French-themed books. Got to love the library!


I had been meaning to check out Vicki Archer's lovely book French Essence for a while. I have been following her gorgeous blog, of the same name, for a long time, and I always enjoy reading about her life in France, and seeing the exquisite images she posts. While looking through French Essence, I found myself transported to life in Provence, thanks to phenomenal photos by Carla Coulson, along with Vicki Archer's delicious words. It was a journey of sensual delight, as you can see.















The other book I got out was another I had seen online, and had been meaning to look at. It was pure eye candy. I'm talking about Paris in Color by Nichole Robertson. I loved the book's theme of having each chapter be about a different colour. Also, I really enjoyed the way some elements, like doors, Vespas, and chairs, are repeated throughout the book, while other images are unique.
















Both books were such a joy to look at. Next on my reading list will be Vicki Archer's other book, My French Life. I'm sure it will be equally as delightful.