Cakes and Sweets: Not just Any Cupcake

Cupcakes are the dessert of the moment. My newest obsession is Butterfly Cupcakes. I can say with confidence that these cupcakes taste even better than they look. I sampled a chocolate cupcake from Butterfly last week and the cake was so moist and delicious. If you want happy guests at your next event- these little cakes are a no brainer!

See more customized treats at butterflycakes.com!

Inspiration: Succulents

Looking for a way to make your bridal bouquet one of a kind? Succulents are a uniquely bold alternative to a traditional floral bouquet. Table centerpieces of succulents accented with white roses and a touch of greenery are also beautiful (and long lasting!)

Potted succulents in a bed of rocks make great wedding favors or place markers!

Images (in order) : The Perimeter, Once Wed, Snippet and Ink, InStyle Weddings, Brooklyn Bride and Once Wed 

Photography: Loving Life

California born and raised, photographer Allyson Magda lets the little things in life inspire her photography. And the result is simply fabulous. 

Check out her effortlessly romantic shots at Allysonmagda.com

Edible Trends: On A Stick

These days, we've seen sliders, fries, grilled cheese, warm cookies, pizza, and taco trucks taking center stage at parties and weddings.  You'll find comfort food and childhood favorites passed on trays during the cocktail hours, on vignettes during the midnight snack and even served at the post party.

But what is next?

We predict that things on a stick, especially the good ole fashion cafeteria-delights like  "corn dog", might be the next comfort food fetish.

Find the recipe at Ever New Recipes

These are from The Pioneer Woman's Tasty Kitchen 

Industry News: Handmade Weddings Book Launch

Attention crafty and creative brides! Introducing this months publication of the ultimate DIY wedding guide, Handmade Weddings: 50 Projects to Style and Personalize Your Big Day. The ladies of Hello!Lucky (Eunice and Sabrina Moyle) and former editor at Martha Stewart Weddings (Shauna Faust) launched this fabulous design guide that contains 50+ creative tips for handmade, super stylish wedding decor and more. The guide is broken up into themes ranging from Modern Classic to Retro Homespun.

Here are some adorable photos from inside the book!

We just can't get enough! For more eye candy, check out this fun video trailer filmed at Chronicle Books. 

Industry News: SF Ballet Opening

We couldn't help but snap a photo of this gorgeous tutu gown in the window of the St. John store on market street. Many retailers downtown are featuring ballet- inspired  gowns in their store fronts, in honor of the 2011 San Francisco Ballet opening. The first Program begins tomorrow!

Inspiration board to come!

Venue: Honeymoon V

Going out of the country is a typical trend for vacations and honeymoons but more and more people are opting to stay within the 48 mainland states. This is an idea that many brides and grooms are considering.

We'd like to help you by sharing one of our favorite lodgings that's close to our home base. The beautiful, secluded, hidden Meadowood Napa Valley. It's part resort, part spa, part hidden lodge. Without a doubt, very quaint, grand in that relaxed East Coast manner, and comfortable. Hidden deep within the Napa Valley, it's romantic and relaxing. Perfect for a honeymoon get-away.

We recently also heard about one of their Winter specials that we thought we would share with you.  It's pretty darn great so don't wait to inquire.