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Sweet Way to Start the Day – Photoshoot Dessert Details

6 / 10 / 115 / 28 / 15
Today I awoke with an insatiable craving for cake and sweets.  As a child, I despised your typical breakfast foods and would often beg to skip breakfast.  My pediatrician told my mom that anything could be acceptable, as long as it was paired with a chilled glass of milk.  It was then that my lifelong obsession with frosting was born.  My mother used to keep a frosted sheet cake in the basement fridge, from which I would start my day with a slice and a glass of milk.
While I don’t have hidden confections to indulge in this morning, I thought I’d help satisfy my sugar craving by sharing a few of these gorgeous photos from the dessert table Renny and I designed for the shoot…

A petite four and a glass of champagne adorning the vanity.  Nothing like dessert paired with one’s dressing drink!

I absolutely adore this pale yellow meringue cake, presented on my vintage silver platter.  Home made marshmallow puffs, sprinkle donuts and a topiary of pastel pillow mints continue to make my mouth water.  
This darling gold-dusted cake is protected from showers of cotton candy by a sweet glass cloche covering.

Petite fours, cream puffs, sweetpeas and strawberry shortcake…love.

If a refreshing first course of melting sorbet awaits, I can only imagine what the rest of the meal will reveal!
{photo credits} all photos shot by studio this is.  sorbet by black dog gelato.  cakes and confections by alliance bakery.  All styling by Bliss
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The Fairytale – Promo Movie

6 / 9 / 115 / 28 / 15
Hooray for beautiful brides, cloud-like cotton candy, bitty ballerinas, flickering firelight, possible princes, decadent desserts, fabulous flowers and flirty feathers!
{film credits} filmed and produced by studio this is

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Reveal Collaboration – Behind the Scenes of The Fairytale

6 / 8 / 115 / 28 / 15
Studio This Is and Bliss Weddings have worked together on a multitude of client weddings over the recent years – and each time we are continually inspired by the level of sheer talent and crazy creativity we see in one another {not to mention, we always have a b.l.a.s.t!}.  So, when not too long ago, we were approached by said favorite photographer, Jeremy, to partner up without the common goal of a clients’ vision – instead on a collaboration that we all dreamed and directed ourselves – we were as giddy as Cinderella, upon introductions to her dreamy wish-granting Fairy God Mother.  After a few brainstorming sessions, after a bit of visual and verbal banter we knew the direction we sought…an avant-garde interpretation of a bridal fairytale.
I initially want to start by giving you a sneak peak into this day-long photoshoot…Here, in some behind the scenes photos you can see our Dream Team composed of Jeremy Bustos and the Studio This Is gang, Jesse Deckard of Event Creative and Renny and I {hard?!} at work.  

Be sure to check back for more of the story…
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{shoot credits}  all shoot photographs and creative direction by studio this is.  styling and planning by bliss weddings and events.  floral, event, prop, lighting design by event creative.  venue is grainger ballroom at the symphony center.  gowns and accessories provided by belle vie bridal couture.  make-up by rachel reiman.  hair by ashley condron
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Life’s A Beach.

6 / 3 / 115 / 28 / 15
Relaxation has been penned into my diary for the weekend.  A must.  Perhaps I’ll take a trip to the beach – where I hope to look as serene as these gorgeous girls.


{image credits} source unknown
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Follow the Straight and Narrow…

5 / 18 / 115 / 28 / 15
The obsession never relents, luckily for me, there is no shortage of inspiration…
Soothing stripes with taupe an dusty blue.
{house beautiful}

Citrusy stripes.
{unknown}

Heavenly stripes by the pool.
{martha stewart}

Crisp stripes paired with worn pieces.
{camille styles}
Glitzy stripes add a whimsical glamour to a tablescape.
{coco kelley}


Flirty stripes, always better than prison stripes.
{oh joy}

Simple stripes that make for a bold statement.
{unknown}

Sun porch stripes
{rios clementi hale studios}

Subtle stripes.
{rue}

Figgy stripes.
{mabelle}

Horizontal stripes, a hint more unexpected.
{lonny}

Showy stripes…the inspiration for my powder room project!
{kate spade}
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Afternoon Delight.

5 / 15 / 115 / 28 / 15
Cigar?  Check.  {A generous pour of} Bubbly?  Check.  Cutie fleur accessories {with a lovely demure drama in scale}?  Check!
This picture is so me, I almost can’t stand it.
I’m still feeling celebratory after the sweetest wedding this weekend.  Sure wish the weather would allow for a late afternoon cigar and a glass of champ to unwind and let my angry tootsies recoup!   
{image credit}  taken from stylish favorite, emersonmade
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Wedding Preparations!

5 / 10 / 115 / 28 / 15
I am buried in teensy final details for the wedding of one of my most favorite and loveliest brides this weekend.  I so hope the weather for their Central Illinois wedding holds up!
The bride is not only drop dead gorgeous {even when coming straight from yoga to planning meetings!} but her style and taste is Spot. On.  I am over the moon with all of the charming details we’ve dreamed up and can’t wait for it to come together.
The wedding is taking place at the brides families’ country club – where they have been members for years.  Cocktails, dinner and dancing will take place in a dolled up tent – of which you know I’m quite partial to!
I love this photo of a quietly sophisticated bride in her Vineyard gown and Patricia Underwood hat, under the shade of an elderly tree against a backdrop of a verdant golf course.  I’m sure I’ll have heaps of equally gorgeous photos to share in the coming weeks.
Can’t wait!
{image credit} taken from martha stewart weddings
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The Perfect Mom

5 / 8 / 115 / 28 / 15
{My gorgeous Grandmother & Mom circa 1952}
Today I celebrate my Mom – who gives me so much inspiration and drive.  I am so far beyond grateful to have the very best friend I have in her, words can’t begin to capture it!  She is the strongest, most intelligent {don’t let the goofy ditzyness fool you!} and most truly beautiful woman I know.  One day I hope to be a mere fraction of the perfect mother that she has been to me.
Today I also celebrate my grandmother – Adeline – who is 94 years old and witty as ever.  My mom and I recently came across her diary from the 1930s – pages filled with dates and suitors and an almost wild nightlife!  The stories are endless and I’m so grateful to have her share them with me!  
Today I also celebrate another wonderful mother – my Mama Supes {my mother-in-law!}  While I hear horror-story-after-horror-story from friends with less than ideal relationships with their husbands moms – I am so grateful to not only have a wonderful role model but a forever friend in my mother-in-law.
And today I celebrate all of the new mommies that may be celebrating for the very first time – congratulations and enjoy this very special day!
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The Alfresco Promise

5 / 6 / 115 / 28 / 15
  The blinding early morning sunshine that started the day today seems, at once, to have welcomed the melodic chorus of cheery birds, a fresh leafy green fragrance in the air, and the subtle buzz of landscapers tending to green lawns {ok, or teensy patches here in the  city}…An indication that we Chicagoans are finally able to bust down our emotional barriers that have protected us from repeat disappointment, and get our hopes up for consistently warmer temps and the opportunity to emerge, for good, from our mind-numbingly-long winter hibernation.     
Paired with a prelude of a true spring, comes the anticipation of many future evenings that will be perfect for dining al fresco – my absolute FAVORITE summer pastime.  Here are a few images that continue to inspire optimism:
A table set with wisteria dangling from above is sure to make any meal taste divine.
While most of us don’t have a country lair – a rooftop terrace and container garden would be just fine?

Ah yes, tables set poolside with copious candles twinkling overhead…I’ll have to remember that one.
I love the perfectly coiffed pathway leading to the dinner table set under the shade of a massive tree. 
And although we may not have settings quite as dreamy as those – here are a few of my personal favorite outdoor dining spots:
Picccolo Sogno – For an oasis-like patio and a seal of authenticity from the Italian government {oh, and don’t pass up the delish gnocchi con fungi}
Chez Joel – For a shared meal of co au vin and a hearty bordeaux 
Pelago Ristorante – For their indulgent truffle risotto and a setting like a true Italian piazza
Erie Cafe – For a glass of wine and a cigar…really
The Terrace at Trump – For the most insane view of our gorgeous city and overpriced champagne cocktail
Boka – For a michelin star rated meal
Jam – For a hellofa wait on a weekend, but a hearty eggwhite omelet, artfully presented 
I simply can’t wait.
{image credits}  alleyway – unknown.  wisteria – house beautiful.  cityscape – martha stewart.  pool setting – unknown.  grassy setting – country living

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Kate the Great – Bridal Blooms Worthy of a Princess

4 / 29 / 115 / 28 / 15

The obsession with gorgeous Kate Middleton has grown exponentially over the last few months, with the culmination of excitement coming to a head in the wee hours of the morning, as the world watched in sleepy anticipation to see if the silently stylish future princess would live up to everyone’s expectations.

Although many people may describe her dress as safe with an old fashion silhouette, I saw an instant connection to the glamorous gown of {my style icon}, Grace Kelly.  
Kate’s dress, designed by Sarah Burton, Creative Director at Alexander McQueen was beyond appropriate for a bride in an ultra formal ceremony {one with millions of viewers/critics}.  And although the dress may be a bit conservative, I adored the romantic lace bodice that felt a bit more modern, doing a beautiful job of showcasing her fabulously trim waist.  Her hair and make-up was exceptionally perfect {no surprise there}!  
But…leave it to me to zero in on her {dare I say modest?!} bouquet:
Her petite clutch bouquet {designed with a handle – something we all view as out-dated…shame on us!} was composed of a collection of delicate blooms including Sweet William, Lily of the Valley, Hyacinth and a hidden sprig of Myrtle, taken from a bush planted by Queen Victoria in 1845.  
I have always adored ‘the language of flowers’ and have no idea if her selections {designed by famed florist, Shane Connolly} were chosen for the look or the meaning, but perhaps it was a combination of both.  
Sweet William – A tribute to her future husband?
Lily of the Valley – Love’s good fortune
Hyacinth – Constant love
Myrtle – Love
While I may have designed her bouquet to be just a bit larger in size to compliment the fuller skirt, I think the selections are timeless and beautiful…and who asked me, anyway!
I must say, I am certainly enamored by this gorgeous girl and am sure many many future brides will take cue from her regal style and timeless floral selections for years to come.
{image credits} kiss from royalwedding.aol, grace kelly from wedding-dresses.tk, car and bouquet from express.co.uk
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