Wedding Wednesday: Fall Inspiration

The first day of autumn is a perfect day to bring back Wedding Wednesdays. If you are marrying this Fall, you are down to the final touches. If September or October, 2022 is your wedding date, begin here. Be inspired by the harvest hues, fluffy florals, and unexpected details.

Modern Invitation

Paint your palette in autumnal colors that are bold and rich.

Minted

Silk Ribbon 

What a fabulous Etsy shop this is! One look at their ribbon collection, and you can't help but be inspired for your special day. Think, ribbon for invitations, guest favor packaging, flower girl sashes and more.

Shy Myrtle

Samantha Wedding Gown

This Etsy wedding shop is for the laid back bohemian bride. Fall may just be the right time to consider a long sleeve gown. Other styles available.

Dreamers and Lovers

Vellum Place Cards

If you are having a reception with over 25 people, you need to have a place card. These are one of my all time favorite choices. They will arrive handwritten to your specifications. Very chic!

S & J Letter Company

Velvet Vow Books

One of my fave Etsy finds ever. Long after you speak your vows, these will become a forever heirloom.

Claire Magnolia

The Wedding Cake of Cakes

Is this not gorgeous? It features all of the fall feels and then some. This perfect cake and the bakery that made it is from Jackson, NH. Lucky you if you live there. If not, take this photo to your bakery for inspiration.
Autumn Nomad

Handpainted Watercolour Invitation Suite

Begin your pretty palette with the invitation. These have been created, in part from silk paper. They are wonderful!

Paper Cactus Prints

Fluffy Florals

These spectacular pampas grasses are having a huge moment this year. They are just perfect for fall. Etsy has a huge selection in seasonal shades. Best of all, these displays will never fade or wilt. 

Etsy

Agate Place Cards

Add a natural slice of style to your reception. Each agate piece is unique and features your guests name in calligraphy. Many colors available.

SJ Letter Company

Table Runners & Napkins

Spice up your tablescapes with these lovely linens. They are hand dyed in every color under the sun. Get a color sample for just .75 cents.

Etsy

Feather Bow Tie Set

If you want your groomsmen to be dashing and dapper, here you go. Handcrafted from peacock and pheasant feathers, they really are a work of art. The lapel pin can take the place of a boutonniere.  Both pieces come beautifully packaged in a wooden box.

Manjour

Cali Dress

Fall is the perfect time to mix and match bridesmaid dresses and colors. This stylish scene is an autumn wedding look at its' best.

BHLDN

Shawl Favors

If you are having an outdoor Fall wedding, your guests will appreciate these wonderful wraps. Perfect for all of those LBDS on your guests. Affordable and simply an adorable idea. Also a nice gift for your bridesmaids.

Etsy

Photo Backdrop

Guest interaction is fun at any party.  This photo backdrop is beautiful. It also is fabulous behind a cake table or bar.

Etsy

Vermont Maple Syrup Favors

Favors for your guests are not a "must," but if your budget allows, they are very nice. These pretty containers are filled with syrup that is "the real thing."  Sold in lots of 24

Carman Brook Farm

Oscar De La Renta 

Brilliant shades of beet red, watermelon pink, orange reminiscent of cantaloupe, and papaya celebrate the season. These styles are from his Spring Collection, but they sure do give me festive fall vibes for bridesmaids, bride or mother of

 the bride. Pre-order at

ModaOperandi

Hexagon Table Numbers

Do not depend on your wedding venue to have a good looking table number. They just don't. So supply your own. These are elegant, affordable, but simple. Also available in other colors, but gold is so good for autumn.

Z Creative Design

 

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Fall Fashion For Your Home

 

Fall is certainly the best season for fashion. Most of us can't wait for sweater weather and a new pair of boots. It's also a good time to dress your home in the shades of the season and with terrific textures. Settle into September with decor and more that is oh so cozy chic.

Tweed Emphasize Throw

The easiest seasonal update to your home is a few new pillows and a tweed throw. This one features a nod to mid-century style. You may or may not know that every room should have a touch of black to anchor the space.

CB2

MacKenzie-Childs Pumpkins

A chic check is always in style no matter what the season.  You will find these porcelain pumpkins at

Neiman Marcus    and   MacKenzie Childs

Faux Pampas Grass

When your garden roses fade, bring in the look of autumn with pampas grass. These stylish stems add some seasonal style, texture, and drama to

 your home.

Crate and Barrel

Scented Candles

When it comes to scenting your home for fall, there are many choices. Few do it as well as Nest New York. For me the candle container is as important as the scent. This pretty pair will add a big dose of fall flair in your space. Shown here are Moroccan Amber and Pumpkin Chai.

Nest New York

Velvet Pillows

I love the way Widell & Boschetti layered  patterns and colors of these velvet throw pillows. It's a very cozy look that is still luxe.

Alchemy Fine Home

Wave Tabletop Fire Bowl
Fire has such a calming effect. Set the mood while you set the table (indoors or out) with this unique fire element. It uses non toxic gel fuel. Love it!

Viva Terra

Olivewood Serving Board

I was just at Adaline Restaurant in Chicago (excellent by the way), and they served dessert pastries on a wooden tray. We all loved the idea at the table.  These are just gorgeous. Available in three sizes.

Shop Terrain

Pelosa Sheepskin Ottoman

This piece has warm and fuzzy written all over it. Two of them are perfect at the end of a bed. Or use it as a place to perch your feet anywhere in your space. It's fab!

CB2

Blushing Garden Wreath

Consider using something marvelous in metal this season. These flowers will never fade or dry out. 

Sundance Catalog

Missoni Venere Throw

Missoni Home goods are a coveted collection, and carry a certain style status. This wool knit throw is now 25% off along with other Missoni products at

Horchow

Cowhide Chain Pouf 

A home just can not have too many places to perch. These sophisticated and chic poufs are so very glam.  Best yet, they are on sale!

Amara

Fall Colored Tiny Tapers Set

Tall and lean, these chicly colored candles will cast a warm glow to your tablescape. 12 in a set of each color above. Lovely!

Williams Sonoma

Rustic Modern

This cozy chic look is all about casual sophistication. From the floor up: Sweater Rug (how fab!) Balboa Swivel Chair, Faux Fur Throw, Hand Knit Pillow Cover.

Pottery Barn

Podevache Placemats

We will be bringing the meals inside soon. Time to dress the table. These Podevache placemats feature a great graphic pattern. Gorgeous with black, white, or wooden dinnerware.

Amara

 

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Saturdays At Shop This

 Welcome to the last weekend of Summer. It's also my BFF, Mollie's, birthday. Sending love and wishes her way. How will you be spending these precious days? I hope that you will enjoy beautiful weather, with lots of fun in the sun. Before you get started, here's some links for cooking, drinking, shopping, and saving.

Though I am still wearing white (gasp), Vogue tells us that brown is trending big for Fall. I am not a huge fan, but it is very sophisticated when paired with black. A few examples of good styles in brown are Everlane's Half Zip Sweater,  Bottega Veneta's Chain Leather Tote, and Staud Tuli's Ballerina Flats.

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Wine is without a season, don't you think? Wine.com has put together a list of Best Bet Wines rated 90+ by professional critics. The best news is that they are all under $20! Cheers.

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A Delicious Way to End the Summer: Head to One Kings Lane for three fabulous and delicious recipes: Grilled Scallops with Cilantro-Nectarine Salsa, Grilled Fish with Mint Gremolata, and Burrata and Heirloom Tomato Pizza with Basil Pesto.

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Something new from Bobbi Brown: Luxe Defining Lipstick. Talk about lips on point! This new product features the glide of a lipstick and the precision of a pen.

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Heads up! those fabulous Beekman Boys of Beekman 1802 are offering Free Shipping all weekend. Also if you are looking for a lovely and adorable gift, their new Seasonal Fall Bounty Tote is jam packed with clean skincare, and is just wonderful!!

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If you paid any attention to the MET Gala this week, you know that the theme was American Fashion. The event featured archival looks from DVF. What an honor. Her wrap dresses have withstood the test of time. Shop Diane's Wrap Dresses today!

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Invest Wisely: 3 Fall Staples You’ll Hang On to for Years. One of the items is a leather jacket. You may want to revisit my blog post: Amped Up Leather Jackets.

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It's been a while since I have been in Paris. CB2's new home furnishings line called "Paris Modern," brought me back. It all has such an effortlessly chic way about it. I could do a room with it all for sure.

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Soon it will be time to stock up on stockings. I only wear Wolford, so of course I had to check what was new this season. The Josey Leopard print tights are wild!

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Anthropologie Specials: Take an Extra 30% off all Sale styles. Save 20% on select new  clothing styles and accessories. AND I found my item of the week at Anthro, too. Take a look at the Belle-Sleeve Poncho. Love it!

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Every season has a story. What is yours? Take a moment to sum up summer. Take in the sun and watch it set. More of nature's beauty is on its' way.

XOXOX

Deb

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Ingredient Spotlight: Apples

 

When it comes to seasonal ingredients, Autumn's apples win the prize. They are equally delicious served sweet or savory. This recipe roundup is picture proof that there are more ways to enjoy apples than just pie. But don't worry, scroll down for an awesome apple tart. Apples to apples, I think you will love this post.

Apple Cider Mojito 

Hello Fall! What a perfect September sip. Spiced, vibrant, and slightly sweet, it has all the flavors of a classic rum mojito plus a hefty pour of apple cider.

Sugar and Soul

Baked Brie With Apples & Bacon

I am not much of a cheese eater, but I find warm brie rather irresistible. It's gooey, rich, sweet and salty. Just perfect with a fall cocktail. This is a must make.

Restless Chipotle

Caramel Apple Upside Down Cake

Interesting recipe fact - this cake calls for olive oil and not butter for the fat. The oil delivers a smooth and rich flavor without weighing down the cake. The batter is poured over homemade caramel and apples. Sounds divine!

Adventures in Cooking

Salted Apple Pretzel Pie

This is a pie recipe for the salty sweet lovers. And who isn't one? Soft pretzel dough takes the place of crust. How unique!!

Epicurious

Arugula Apple, And Goats Cheese Flatbread

This recipe can be called "almost homemade." It calls for a store bought flatbread crust. The perfect thing to serve at your kitchen island for dinner guests.

Saucy Kitchen

Cinnamon Roll Apple Cobbler

The title says it all. This cobbler is actually made with refrigerated "cinnamon rolls." The recipe is easy, delicious, and perfectly spiced. It's equally good at breakfast or dessert.

Broma Bakery

Butternut, Apple, and Goat Cheese Stuffed Pork Tenderloin

How can something be so easy when it looks this fancy? An impressive dish for sure, even company worthy!

How Sweet Eats

Caramel Apple Tart

An apple pie without caramel is not worth eating to me. This beautiful tart consists of granulated sugar, water, sea salt, heavy cream, and butter.  That's it. Talk about a slice of heaven!

Miss Allie's Kitchen

Crock Pot Ginger Rum Apple Cider

This cocktail has tailgate written all over it. Keep the spiced rum on the side, so your guests have a boozy and non-alcoholic option. I can only imagine how yummy it smells.

Sugar and Soul

Apple, Caramelized Onion and Spinach Quesadilla
Now this is a game day snack if I ever saw one. It only takes 15 minutes of preparation. And doesn't caramelized onions make everything better?

The Modern Proper

Baked Apple Cider Doughnuts With Cinnamon Maple Glaze

To me, this is fall in a photo. Love that they are baked and not fried. Oh just Yum!

Half Baked Harvest

Pasta With Apples, Bacon, Sage & Chantrelle Mushrooms

Gluten & Dairy Free 

I may have mentioned that I never eat pasta. Too many carbs and I shy away from gluten. This recipe would change all that. Can't you just smell the bacon and sage?

Heather Christo

Baked Apple Bombs

Don't these just look like they are "the bomb?" The recipe author calls them the fireworks of fall! They are also easy and fun to whip up. 

A Spicy Perspective

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