You may remember I posted an inspiration board for Ali’s Salsa style engagement party a few months ago. Ali also shared with me her vision of her wedding day. So here’s an inspiration board designed to capture the feel of what Ali and her fiance are going for!

Click to view larger

Rainforest from Pittwater- Irrarong Reserve, gown from Claire Pettibone via Bridal Wave, fabric by Joel Dewberry, dress and fabric from Amy Butler, bird cake toppers from Ann Wood Handmade, food from Out Of Africa, fabric from Joel Dewberry, birdcage from brides.com, champagne from Hoo Roo Foods, placecards, hairstyle and table setting from brides.com, food from Mideast Peace, plate from Non Toxic Life , hair from brides.com, fabric by Joel Dewberry, boutonnière from Etsy Twigs & Honey, fabric from Amy Butler, necklace from brides.com, fabric from Amy Butler via Fabric & Art , Peach Bellinis from Taste NZ, Narrabeen Surf Club

Ali’s having a rainforest ceremony near a little waterfall, the guests will then head to a local beachside venue for celebrations! Peach bellinis and champagne are on the menu, as is a Moroccon feast from Ali’s favourite restaurant. Dressed in a stylish, slim cut gown, Ali will wear pearls and feathers in her hair.

Ali’s best girlfriends will wear knee length dresses using Amy Butler and Joel Dewberry fabrics and wear teased, boho style hair. Hairpieces made of feathers, adornments made of pearls add to the vintage, bohemian feel.

Ali’s wedding is a special affair- her best friends are included in the photography, cake, music and hairstyling.

A feast of sensory delights is in store for Ali, her fiance and their wedding guests!

It’s been so long since I’ve done an inspiration board myself. Today’s is refelctive of the weather we’re having here in Australia. A deep slate blue, white and a touch of latte to bring warmth.

Almond Branches in Bloom, San Remy, c.1890 tapestry by Vincent Van Gogh from art.com, invitations from Artisan Press, flowers from brides.com, brooch from Fred Leighton, cocktail from brides.com, Badgley Mischka Adriana shoes from Cinderella Bella, flowers from brides.com, bridesmaids dress from Nicholagela, Asiatic pheasant plate by Wedgewood, China cake by Planet Cake

Ali emailed me looking for Salsa inspiration. She’s into all things retro and provided me with a bunch of images that she wanted for the ‘feel’ of her engagement party. Knowing Ali was after salsa skirts and khaki suits, I went for a retro salsa theme with a slight Casablanca feel to it.

The colour palette is black and red with the unexpected mango orange touch to bring in a warm tropical feel. Flowers in old tin cans, candles and crockery add to the decor. Sky high heels and red ruffle skirts with a black and white check floor brings sexiness and for food? I couldn’t go past delicious tapas and sangria.

Room from Ariella Chezar Floral Design, Cigars from Black Cat Cigars, Dress from Marchese via Peonies and Polaroids, Cuba poster from All Posters, Christian Louboutin Very Noued Slinbganks from Net A Porter, Black and white floor from A Special Event, tapas from AWW, This…Little Orange Light from Peters of Kensington, Headpiece from Samantha Sultana, Tango image from Argentina Lee, Centrepiece from Ariella Chezar Floral Design,, Sangria from We Heart Food, Crockery from Jean Louis Coquet via brides.com, Casablanca image from Yahoo! Movies

Loving this vibrant colour scheme right now! Orange and Aqua is so summery, a little unexpected and very ‘wow’!

Room from Blueprint via Design Talk , bridesmaids from theknot.com, invitations from Kenzie Kate, bouquet from theknot.com, drinks from brides.com, tie by Ermenegildo Zegna from Ties N Cuffs, decor by The Bridal Consultants, cocntail from brides.com, cake by Rebecca Thuss

Sydney bride Sarah emailed me last month on the hunt for a barn.

Barn from Saltwater Farm Barn

She had come across this photo and was desperate to find something similar in NSW. Never one to turn down a challenge I searched high and low for an Aussie version of the barn to meet Sarah’s requirements (close to Sydney, allows caterers in, allows own styling etc)

In the search I did find many gorgeous venues, so hopefully one of them will suit Sarah (and hopefully she’s found and booked one by now!)

But in keeping with Sarah’s relaxed barn style look, I created this inspiration board for her. A rustic barn wedding with a touch of glamour.

Saltwater Farm Barn, Bouquet from Antony Todd, gown by Luci Di Bella, Gold Flourish Invite by Alannah Rose Stationery, wine and chandelier & welcome sign from brides.com, freesia boutonnière & escort cards from theknot.com, Interior from The Great Cask Hall

I have to admit, I never really liked this colour palette for weddings. But as I’ve delved into it more I have come to love the sexy, sultry drama of it. Here’s a board for an evening wedding. Very glam, black tie and exotic cocktails!

Naomi Watts image from Harper’s Bazaar Australia, cocktail from brides.com, gown from Mariana Hardwick, shoes from Christian Louboutin, suit from Prinzi Collections, bouquet from theknot.com, room at Red Scooter

A stunning Oscar De La Renta black and white gown inspired me for this board. Strong white and black with soft almost teal navy blue to add the softness.

Oscar De La Renta gown from Brides.com, earrings from Elements, top hat from Pietros tuxedo, Vintage Harpers Bazar print from art.com, place setting, wine goblets, cala lily bouquet from brides.com, photography by Be Creative Photography, feathers from Rebecca Thuss

With every bit of colour, I still find myself drawn to all white weddings.

The one I made the board for today was an old world glamour feel with vintage lace and sparkling chandeliers.

Chandelier from brides, cake from Planet Cake, place card from Rebecca Thuss, bouquet from brides, gown from Luci Di Bella, lace fan from Pink Frosting, invitation from Artisan Press, chandelier from brides, white room by Fete NY, candle from Whiteport

While today might be full of limericks and Guinness, my nod to St Patrick’s day is this green, grey and white inspiration board. I remember when I was growing up my best friend Peta used to celebrate her birthday on the same day, so I always think of where she is and what she might be doing!

It’s so hot here (about 104F/40C) that I was attracted to the soft cool colours of this board. A little bit rustic with the grey tones of the wood and a little bit feminine with the soft colours and detail.

Cake from Planet Cake, Stones Of The Yarra Valley, Isa chandelier from Oly Studio, Green Floral Fabric from Kravet fabrics, Flowers from Rebecca Thuss, Dress from Studibaker, Radha Hairpiece from Serenida Designs, Candelabras from Whiteport, Gown from Monique Lhuillier

It’s SO cold here today that I’m in the mood for some winter colours.Grey is showing up everywhere lately- Elizabeth Anne Designs is doing a whole weeks feature on it! So i thought I’d join in with a grey and chocolate palette today 

Scarf & dress from Jigsaw, basket of pashminas from Stacey & Scott’s wedding on  theknot.com, gown from Mariana Hardwick, cup from Rebecca Thuss, suit from Peppers Formalwear, Melissa Sweet bridesmaid gown, centerpeice from brides.com, Lindsey and Aaron’s wedding cake from theknot.com, Melbourne building from Xin,Laila’s bouquet from theknot.com