Thursday, February 7th, 2008
I think there’s nothing more beautiful than marrying rustic and refined elements. Below is an inspiration board titled ‘weathered chic’.
(top row) – Image via House Martin; tabletop design by Dining by Design
(2nd row) – Image via Artfool; Curtain tie by Botanicals Chicago; Image of gourmet cheeses source unknown
(3rd row) – L.A. Burdick birthday cake 6″ $31; Floral design by Daniel Ost; Hanging lanterns by (tbd)
(4th row) – Vintage tractor by South Yeo Farm East; Floral design image via House Martin; Wedding dress by Oscar de la Renta
I love the idea of doing a tented event on a local farm, using twig tie backs for the fabric draping. Consider natural finishes like sisal, rattan, distressted wood and birch bark. Instead of a contemporary wedding cake, go for a traditional cake with textured buttercream (so it looks handmade) or layer 3 different slabs of cheese on eachother and enjoy gourmet cheeses after dinner.
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I think I'll call it Rustic Sheek at it's finest! So beautiful!!!
Ah, Emily - your comments are so wonderful! My background is actually in branding...so whenever I put something visual together, I'm always drawn to images that engage the senses. Thank you for your lovely comments.
Thank you also to shabby cottage boutique! I'm so happy you like the blog!
Beautiful - love it! I must confess that I dream of having my reception in an old wooden barn; I envision hanging a variety of crystal chandeliers from the rafters to achieve axactly this kind of look. Now if only I could find a local, rustic barn that doesn't smell like a petting zoo or mildew.Your boards are really lovely; they immediately reminded me of an assignment I did in an advertising class. We called it a "brand book." We tried to capture the mood or personality of a brand with images, words, etc. I loved my professor's advice to incorporate multiple senses - like smells or tactile things that fit the theme as well. It's a shame those things are harder to reproduce - especially in digital form. I wonder what "weathered chic" would smell like or feel like? I certainly suspect it wouldn't smell like farm animals!
Beautiful - love it! I must confess that I dream of having my reception in an old wooden barn; I envision hanging a variety of crystal chandeliers from the rafters to achieve axactly this kind of look. Now if only I could find a local, rustic barn that doesn't smell like a petting zoo or mildew.
Your boards are really lovely; they immediately reminded me of an assignment I did in an advertising class. We called it a "brand book." We tried to capture the mood or personality of a brand with images, words, etc. I loved my professor's advice to incorporate multiple senses - like smells or tactile things that fit the theme as well. It's a shame those things are harder to reproduce - especially in digital form. I wonder what "weathered chic" would smell like or feel like? I certainly suspect it wouldn't smell like farm animals!
I love your blog I will post your link too! It would be awesome if I could just do weddings etc..
Thank you so much! Denise Wedding Cake Box
Ah, Emily - your comments are so wonderful! My background is actually in branding...so whenever I put something visual together, I'm always drawn to images that engage the senses. Thank you for your lovely comments.Thank you also to shabby cottage boutique! I'm so happy you like the blog!
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