Love Notes

A Faux Bois Wedding

Our last post on Oslo Press seemed to strike a chord, so we thought we would share a few accessories that complement the wood veneer invitations. Our beloved Martha Stewart is the Princess of Faux Bois, offering everything from beautiful craft supplies to unique wedding cakes decorated in this motif, which literally translated simply means "false wood". (The French translation always adds caché, doesn't it?!) Here are a few more ideas from MSW that will bring out the nature girl in you!   ~aloha, robyn

(Photos by Oslo Press and Martha Stewart Living)

Wood Veneer Wedding Invitations

If you are looking for wedding invitations that are both "green" and elegant, Oslo Press offers unique sets that blend wood veneers and pretty cotton papers. Each invitation is created using a smooth veneer which is laser engraved with Oslo's original designs. Coordinating pieces such as the reply card and envelopes are printed with a letterpress, which adds even more great texture and a classic touch to this innovative combo. If you are planning to "go green" for your wedding, these designs could be just what you're seeking! ~aloha, robyn

Creative Direction

When it comes to artistic ability, there are two natural talents that I wish I possessed. One, being the ability to draw anything at all, and the other, a steady hand at calligraphy. Add a keen sense of direction to my wish list and I'd be really happy. Laura Hooper is all of the above! She was blessed with the uncanny natural gift of calligraphy at an early age and has quickly become one of the most sought after calligraphers in the country. On top of her myriad style offerings for stationery sets, Laura also creates custom map illustrations for wedding destinations. Her maps are literally a work of art— out-of-town guests will surely hold onto them to remember your wedding celebration! 

xo Shaunna

Fabulous, Darling!

Shaunna and I are both paper obsessed. Journals, notecards, invitations—you name it—if it is made with paper and especially, if it is personalized, we love it. As a self professed design-aholic, I constantly visit Dwell magazine's web site for inspiration, and I happened across an ad for fabulousstationery.com, so naturally I clicked through (for professional reasons, of course!). A modern girl's dream, the site offers adorable, quirky stationery, including unique save-the-dates. If you're into mid-century modern or you simply love paper like we do, we suggest you head over for a little shopping spree. The notecards are simply irresistable... er, I mean fabulous!

Stuck on You

Lets face it, those of us involved in the wedding business are serious about our note-taking.  The Pacific WEDDINGS girls are forever endowed to Post-it Notes.   If ever our focus begins to wane at the office, we can always count on a hot pink, heart-shaped Post-it Note to bring us back to life (that and a double Americano)!   And as long as wedding designers are still meeting with their oh-so-on-it brides, we will have Post-its Specialty Notes to thank for making every (nearly impossible) dream come true- in the cutest way possible, of course.

xo Shaunna

Pineapple Panache!

 

Since the pineapple has long been a symbol of gracious hospitality, good cheer,
and family affection, what could be more fitting for a wedding theme? This fabulous cake was designed for Pacific WEDDINGS by Carmen Emerson-Bass of Cake Couture. Issue no. 12 contains dozens of wedding ideas celebrating the exotic, beloved fruit.

Whimsical invitations by Kinohi Designs are a fun way to announce your nuptials, but no matter what your style, you'll find the pineapple is a popular icon for wedding stationery.

We love these Limoges-style pineapple boxes. A tiny note of aloha can be tucked inside for guests to find at their place settings.

Floral designer Debbie Hemingway created this bouquet of green cymbidium orchids and ivory roses crowned with adorable miniature pinapples.

Hiring a wedding agency to pull all these details together is a must, especially if you're planning from a distance. The coordinators at White Orchid Wedding see things differently. Created nearly twenty years ago, White Orchid has grown to be Hawaii's award winning wedding agency. If you're dreaming of a Maui wedding, look no further.

A Lasting Impression
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Kate's Stylish Save-the-Dates

We adore Kate Spade. We adore stylish paper in any form. When you combine the two, you just can't miss. The new line of save-the-date cards will give your guests a hint of the chic soirée you and your beloved arebusily planning. We love Kate's signature mix of modern and classic, and Crane & Co.'s web site makes it easy to place your custom order with beautifully engraved, colorful details. Pretty tissue lining in the envelopes adds the finishing touch.