Wordless Wednesday: Inspiration Flower Power 2012-05-23

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Trendy Patterns – Chevron 2012-05-09

Chevron is hot these days, and it’s easy to see why- the bold, graphic pattern brings an instant does of style to anything it touches!

There are many ways to bring this trend into your wedding decor. It can fit into any design scheme, in any color palette. We love the way chevron looks paired with subtle neutrals and shimmering metallics, especially our latest favorite – gold! The bold print is also a great contrast to a more restrained palette of blush pink, ivory, and seafoam green.

But if you’re going to go with a bold pattern, why not pair it with a bold palette as well? Chevron looks great in graphic black & white and rich jewel tones. Go big and bright – you can’t go wrong with this chic print!

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An Affair to Remember – The Modern Dinner Party 2012-05-02

Now more than ever, Americans are celebrating at home with their friends and family. Tight budgets may not allow for expensive nights out, but with the growing popularity of Pinterest and foodie blogs, regular, everyday home-entertainers are hosting exquisite parties on a shoestring budget.

You see, it’s not your mother’s dinner party anymore.  No need to bring out the good china or create individual Baked Alaskas. Today, the trend is a simple, non-pretentious, casual event with your closest friends.

Create a chic, casual look by draping vintage textiles (a.k.a. old bed sheets) in a relaxed, outdoor setting. Serve a family style meal made from a few, high-quality ingredients. Have each guest bring a bottle of their favorite wine. Create a setting where your guests’ contributions are an integral part of the event and invest in the little things that make them feel important and appreciated.

Kate Aspen’s unique favors can make the evening even more memorable without breaking the bank.  For example, for just a few dollars, you can elevate your table’s décor with Kate Aspen’s Love Songs Bird Cage tea light that doubles as place card holder.

Or for your next wine-tasting party, incorporate these affordable, witty Wine Cork place card holders to denote accompanying appetizers.

We have a wide variety of trend-right favors and place card holders that turn a humble event into an unforgettable affair, even if you are on a tight budget.

Tough economic times come and go. But here at Kate Aspen, we hope that you always remember to cherish what’s important and celebrate life’s simple moments with your closest family and friends.

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Unveil Your Inner Princess with Kate Aspen! 2012-04-23

The Walt Disney Company, Target and Academy Award-winning actress, singer and author Julie Andrews are coming together to introduce the first annual National Princess Week, which celebrates “every princess–real, aspiring or imagined.” The promotional event will take place April 22-28 at Target stores nationwide.

Here at Kate Aspen, we are also celebrating our own inner princesses this week, highlighting our latest venture with Disney Consumer Products. In early 2012, Kate Aspen launched a line of 11 enchanting favors inspired by one of the 7 most iconic Disney Princesses: Cinderella, Belle, Snow White, Aurora, Tiana, Rapunzel, and Ariel.
Each Disney Princess Character has a unique story that empowers girls to imagine and live their very own fairy tale. Our Kate Aspen designers aspired to create a line of favors inspired by the Disney Princess with a dose of modern sophistication.

For example, Cinderella’s quintessential carriage icon is etched into a crystal topped bottle stopper. And her magical glass slipper gets the royal treatment in chrome with just the right amount of sparkle…perfectly marrying your childhood dreams with your sense of practicality.

We also designed a charming, vintage pearl frame, inspired by the lovely, sea-faring Ariel, and an elegant, ceramic coaster – embellished with metallic sparkle – harkening visions of Belle’s royal dinner. And let’s not forget the enchanting black or white baroque photo frames inspired by Snow White’s “Mirror, Mirror”.

Each favors is beautifully crafted to inspire the hearts of and minds of the modern day princess. Come celebrate your inner royalty this week and check out Kate Aspen’s Disney Fairy Tale Wedding Favors!

The Disney Fairy Tale Weddings Favor and Gift Collection is available exclusively at

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“Chalk It Up!” Get creative on your wedding day! 2012-04-12

Looking for that special something to help express your creative and unique style for your special day? Take a peek at the newest trend in wedding décor, designs, and events, Chalk!

We recently came upon the custom chalk and graphic designer, Dana Tanamachi, while searching on Oprah’s Blog, Life Lift. In February 2012, Dana’s creations landed her the cover of O, The Oprah Magazine, showcasing her creative and beautiful chalk creations!

Utilize a dramatic chalk creation at a wedding to introduce the happy bride and groom and their family members.

Get creative with chalk at your own wedding! List your food and beverage selections at your reception on a pretty chalk board. If you create your seating chart with chalk, any last minute changes will be easily adjusted! Supply guests with personalized mason jars with chalk lettering to distinguish their glasses. You can even use chalk for place card holders in frames, or use our creative chalkboard votives to add the perfect accent to your table!  And the good news? It’s unexpected, easy to clean up, and with a variety of colors and your imagination—the sky’s the limit.  So “Chalk it up” and enjoy!

(Images from Style me pretty) (Sources,Style me Pretty and Ruffled Blog.com)

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