K + E the wedding

I recently had the honour of being a part of one of my best friend’s weddings.  I enjoyed the day immensely and was so happy to share in the couple’s special day.  The affair, both ceremony and reception, took place at Andrew Richard Designs (King and Parliament) in Toronto.  The bride and groom made the event feel natural, real and lighthearted- a true reflection of the couple.

The reception decor was stunning all done up in pinks (pale/fuscia) and greywhich popped against the backdrop of the white loft room. The food was French themed, catered by Daniel et Daniel and was delicious.  In the sit down reception, we were served a trio of tomatoes (gaspacho, a tomato and goat cheese tart and a caprese salad), steak frites and then for dessert creme caramel and a molten lava chocolate cake, which was then followed by passed desserts like mini ice cream cones, cheesecake lollipops and grilled cheese. The best part is the long room accomodated rectangular tables of 22 guests which in my books is fantastic. 

 

 

 

 

 

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Toronto on a roll

While doing my rounds this month of reading through magazines, blogs and websites, I’ve noticed several new event/wedding/bakery related establishments have opened in the city.  The gods of creativity are smiling on Toronto as fresh ideas, concepts and businesses are brought to market to make the city a sweeter, more colourful place.  Let’s see, on the list I can count at least three, Petite and Sweet, Nadege 2, and Bakerbots.  Honourable mention goes to Bobbette and Belle’s great interview in this month’s House and Home magazine.    Is it just me noticing this or do I dare say, Toronto, I’m impressed?!

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Natural Accessories

While I absolutely love a splash of colour when it comes to home accessories, there is also something to be said about having a base of natural accessories in whites, metals, corks, woods and stone.  To truly entertain, a mix of natural or neutral pieces mixed with wild, vibrant and wondering items is best. 
 
Natural accessories do a great job at highlighting food and blending/layering well on a shelf for display.  Here is a small selection of  contemporary natural home accessory items from Majamoo (Finland), Iittala (Findland), Hakusan Porcelain (Japan), George Jensen, and Normann Copenhagen (Denmark) that would surely bring a smile to a host/guest’s face. 
Natural Home Decor

Natural Home Decor by lanshala on Polyvore.com

Small Candleholder. 2.25″dia.x3.75″H
$2.95 – crateandbarrel.com

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shoe appreciation

I think this poster sums up every girl’s shoe closet, or dream shoe closet.

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upup creative

Don’t you love honest cards that tell it like it is?  I love what Julie Green, the talented designer behind Up Up Creative on Etsy.com.

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linebox studio

Toronto/Ottawa based, Linebox Studio designed this fabulous, bright, modern kitchen that I saw posted on Plastolux.  I particularly love how the colour of the wood floor makes the white cabinets pop.  

There are some great shots of other Linebox Studio projects on their website.  Here are a few of my favourites.

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happy mother’s day

For all the mothers around the world, have a wonderful mother’s day.  I celebrated early with my mom with lunch at Whole Foods, and a gift of a delicious smelling body scrub and lipgloss from Sephora. 

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Gary Taxali

I went away this weekend to my fiancée’s, father’s place an hour east of Toronto and got to catch up on reading magazine and watching Fashion Television, my favourite television show.  One particular episode caught my attention this weekend.  It featured the work of Toronto based illustrator, author, toy designer and artist, Gary Taxali.  Gary has illustrated for the likes of Rolling Stone, GQ, Esquire, New York Times and Fast Company to name a few.  He has also published a children’s book titled “This is Silly” and has exhibited all over the world.  Thought I would share some of his adorable posters- there are probably 100 or so on his site to get a better sense of his work.  All I know is that I want one for my wall!

 

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