Holiday Centerpiece Ideas

Once you’re done decorating the tree and house, don’t forget to dress your table as well! Whether it’s a wedding reception or a holiday dinner, centerpieces really do complete a meal and set the mood for your guests. Plus, it’s something great to look at while you’re wining and dining. Wedding Elegance skimmed through the great world of the Internet, and found some really inspiring and gorgeous holiday centerpieces you can create or borrow ideas from. Choosing natural elements like pine cones and garlands offer a great rustic chic feel to your tablescape; while ornaments and candy create a sophisticated take on holiday cheer. Happy holiday decorating!

{Pine Cones, Silver and Apples, Candelabra, Fleur de Lis, Bowl of Silver and Candles, Dove, Candles and Canes, Peppermint Swirls}

Personalized Holiday Gift Guide

Stumped on what to get the person in your life who has everything? We know the feeling, so we put together a gift guide of personalized items you can make on your own or purchase off of etsy! They are a super resource for handmade inspiration that’s affordable.

Personalized items are great gifts for a multitude of reasons:

1. Great for people who forget their names

2. It shows you took the extra time to be thoughtful with your gift giving

3. They’re just super adorable!

Bet you didn’t know you could personalize candles, huh?

{Wreath, Candle, Tutu Diaper Bag, Initial Ornament, Christmas Tags, Notecards, House Ornament, Gingerbread Man Tags}

Tips: You can attach those gift tags to cupcakes or any food/drink item and instantly becomes “rustic chic.” The wooden initial ornament can also double as a place card at wedding receptions.

Our favorite picks are the tutu diaper bag and personalized ornament of your house!

Menu Monday: Holiday Dinner Ideas

As any event planner or party hostess will tell you, creating an inspired holiday dinner menu is the heart of a successful party. From creating your own culinary meals to hiring a catering company, we’ve got a few holiday dinner ideas from our vendor buddies for you to salivate over. There are many options you can go with for a great holiday meal, but remember the most important details: it should encompass tastes of the season and reflect your personality.

Martha Stewart, the queen of homemade, has this “Effortless,  Exquisite Evening Menu”  which sounds classy and delicious! Visit her site for recipes and instructions.

 

Umami Bound, is the product of a L.A.-based chef, offers the tastes and culinary experiences of a high-end restaurant on a personal dinner party level. Umami Bound uses local ingredients and infuses his Korean background to enhance his creations. Here’s a menu for the “Food & Co.” event: $40 per person for a 6 course meal!

Behind the Scenes Catering & Events, a vendor we love, offers plated service and buffet options for their holiday catering menu. Mmm, miso grilled sea bass! For pricing, contact BTS.

There are a lot of different options, whichever you choose– we hope your dinner party is a success!

 

Holiday Sparkle Inspiration Board

With the holiday season being here, we’re sure you’ll be invited to many festive holiday potlucks, parties and company parties. Now is the best time to wear as much sparkle as you want! From dresses to heels to makeup, you can bedazzle practically any part of your body and stand out in the crowd. New Year’s Eve parties are another great chance to break out some sparkle and glitter to celebrate the good times. Here’s some inspiration to help you shop and get in the festive, sparkly mood

{Dress, Heels, Sparkles, Cake, Makeup, Silver Dresses}

 

Christmas Tree Decoration Ideas

We’re officially in full-Winter mode! It’s time to put up the decorations and enjoy the merry season. Christmas trees can be a hassle sometimes–needles on the floor, sticky sap, uneven bases.. headaches! We found some great do-it-yourself alternatives to decorating your tree that don’t actually require a tree! From handmade ideas to just new ways to decorate, we hope this inspires you.

{Starfish, Hanging Ornaments, Paper, Santa}

Love the idea of creating Xmas trees out of unique materials. That Santa tree is so cute and funny!

{Handprint, Cards}

The handprinted tree is a great way to get your kids involved in the holiday spirit without making too much of a mess. I especially love the idea of recycling old holiday cards to make a tree display–personal and easy!