Fashion : Pleat to Meet You

 There is something fun and flirty but also very structured and sophisticated about a good pleat.

Just a few ensembles incorporating accordion or knife pleating, one of my favorite trends of the season!

Real Wedding : The Little Details

Just a few sweet details from Shelby & Tyler's intimate December wedding at The Tabard Inn in Washington D.C.

Fashion : Curves Ahead

Most women aren't built like Victoria's Secret Supermodels, but there are a lot of really gorgeous, feminine women out there with amazing, voluptuous bodies who have a hard time finding clothes to fit and flatter. I put together a few outfits that celebrate the female form and showcase just how sexy women are at every size.

Don't be a shrinking wallflower, Flaunt a curvy figure with bold colors.

Trouser Jeans + Knot Detail at the bust draw attention to what you want to show off

A Bustier dress nips in at the waist and amplifies cleavage, while the scarf can be used as a shawl to cover cold arms

An adorable and comfy sweaterdress and knee high boots are the perfect cozy casual ensemble that's figure flattering.

In my opinion, the perfect day to night look for any woman, any size. Chic, Sophisticated, Sexy.

Happy Valentines Day

Happy Valentines.......xoxo

Fashion : Valentines Blush and Bashful

For the romantic at heart, there is nothing as sweet and sexy as feminine pink lingerie.

Fashion : Valentines Leather & Lace

With Valentines just around the corner, I've been quite busy with Haute Boudoir™ sessions, and the ladies always ask me what they should wear. If you want to go for sexy, it doesn't get any better than black, leather and lace. 

Real Wedding : Jennifer & Christian

Jennifer & Christian are one of those couples that the instant you meet them, you know you're in the presence of a truly remarkable thing. Their wedding this past November at the Chesapeake Bay Beach Club near Annapolis, Maryland, was all about family, friends the little things that were important to them. They met in Hawaii, where Jennifer was a student, and Christian was stationed in the Marines. They became friends, and their relationship blossomed into romance, and pretty soon, they knew they wanted to spend their lives as husband and wife. Sweet little touches were found throughout their wedding; Origami Cranes celebrated Jennifer's Japanese heritage, framed photos of family greeted guests as they arrived, Hawaiian orchids and seashells decorated the tables, and Christian, several groomsmen and his Father were dressed in their military finest.

Real Wedding : Jennifer & Christian Sneak Peek

A little sneak peek at Jennifer & Christian's Chesapeake Bay Wedding coming Monday on the blog.

Design : The Ultra Wide & Slim for FourCornerStore.com

I rarely post my design work for some reason, but I couldn't resist posting the packaging I designed for the Limited Edition Ultra Wide & Slim from FourCornerStore.com. And I woke up this morning to discover it was featured on the front page of HighSnobiety.com! I've also included more branded materials from FourCornerStore.com, which is made up of Raw Materials, Kraft & Butcher Paper, Twine, Muslin Bags and printing methods including rubber hand stamping and screenprinting for an old fashioned, analog approach and look to our packaging.

Portraits : The Knockaround Twins

Mike is a hard working Detective in Maryland, dealing with criminals, gangs and the like. But according to him, nothing is more challenging than running after his 2 year old twin boys, who happen to be awfully cute and sweet, when they aren't trying to punch each other! Boys will be Boys, and we had a fun time playing in the leaves this past Fall for their Family Portraits.

Inspiration : Affordable French Bedroom

I think a pretty, white french inspired bedroom is every girls dream, and it can easily become a reality with these incredible, chic and affordable furnishings and decor.
1. Tufted Velvet Headboard  2. Upholstered Bench  3. Crystal Chandelier 4. Mercury Glass Lamp  5. Damask Curtains
 6. Quatrafoil Rug 7. Ruffle Bedding 8. Decorative Pillows 9. French Country Dresser 10. Mirrored End Table 11. Hanging Mirrors

Dress Up, Dress Down, Eclectic Femme

It all started with this pretty strapless dress from Anthropologie. Strapless can be tricky to dress down, since this dress would be gorgeous at a more formal event with a simple pair of heels and earrings. For the eclectic girl who likes to mix a bit of vintage whimsy with a dash of subtle sophistication, for an afternoon with friends or even a date night, or whatever you might have in mind.

styled by me, via polyvore

Real Wedding : Laura & Tom

What can I say about Laura and Tom? They are both incredibly creative, sweet and caring, and their wedding was this quirky vintage hollywood glam affair with so many sweet and artistic personal details at the gorgeous 1840's Ballroom and Carrollton Inn  in the Heart of Downtown Baltimore.

Laura is a brilliant illustrator and with the help of her friend, bridesmaid and Illustrator Elizabeth Graeber, created these great portraits that served as favors and seating charts, and she and her friend also created the signs with ribbon and the delicious macaroons.

LOVE this Illustration of Laura and Tom, just one of many creative personal touches.

Tom's cufflinks were a smart and dapper nod to his Cambridge Roots and Laura's Baltimore upbringing.

Every table featured a different centerpieces from Fleur de Lis

In lieu of a traditional wedding cake, Laura and Tom opted for their favorite dessert, an Ice Cream Cake, which proved much more difficult to cut than expected.

Vendors : Venue : 1840's Ballroom & New Carrollton Inn, Baltimore MD // Flowers : Fleur de Lis

Coordinator/Planner : Sky Blue Events // DJ/Entertainment :  Absolute Entertainment  // Hair/Makeup : Belle SoeurCatering : Chef Beej Flamholz  Photography : Hudson Nichols Photography  Favors/PlaceCards/Original Artwork : Laura Shema & Elizabeth Graeber // Dress : BHLDN