Tuesday, August 21, 2012

Wedding Feature on Watson-Studios Blog

I had the honor of planning (and participating) one of my closest friends' weddings last month.   It was a perfect wedding weekend and Caroline was gorgeous! I love working with great photographers so it is always a treat when I get to work with Natalie and Dan from Watson-Studios.  They are an amazingly talented husband and wife duo who are a blast to be around. They produce truly stunning images and have a way of really capturing the emotions of the day.  Head on over to their blog to see Part 1 of Caroline and Peach's wedding! 

All of us in our Plum Pretty Sugar Robes
 Photo by Watson-Studios





Enjoy!

-a.e.h.

Tuesday, August 14, 2012

Inspired: Honey of a Thousand Flowers

I wanted to share some of Sarah Winward's (of Honey of a Thousand Flowers) beautiful floral designs.  I am completely in awe of her talent and ability to transform flowers into a work of art.  I love the natural, organic style of her arrangements. 





Aren't they lovely?

Don't forget to follow me on Pinterest to see what else is inspiring me!

-a.e.h.

Thursday, July 26, 2012

Bridal Style: Wedding Dress

I always tell brides that the most important thing to remember while shopping for a dress for the big day is to stay true to their style.  A bride wants to look like the very best version of herself walking down the aisle, not a different person.  Choosing the perfect wedding dress can feel extremely overwhelming. So, to help all the brides-to-be out there, I wanted to share a few of my current favorites. 





For more wedding inspiration follow me on Pinterest!

-a.e.h.

Monday, July 2, 2012

Don Gallo Mexican Grill

This past Friday, my good friend Katie (of Pearls & twirls) and I were invited to one of our favorite spots- Don Gallo Mexican Grill- to try out some of their new menu items.  Let me preface this by saying that I am from Texas, and I am very particular about my Mexican food so I feel super lucky to have authentic Mexican in the heart of Knoxville!  The atmosphere is great and the patio, which is strung with bistro lights, is a perfect spot for dinner and drinks with friends.  I am still craving the Especial Don Goyo!  It is Top sirloin steak, chicken strips, shrimp, chorizo, and fajita vegetables grilled to perfection and topped with melted cheese in a molcajete (stone bowl). Served with Mexican rice, refried beans and tortillas. Delicious!  Wash it down with one of their amazing cocktails (I reccomend the sangria margarita or the tincho).  The Tincho is New Age wine + lime, served over ice.  It is such a great summer drink because it is so light and refreshing!



I'm starved after sharing these pictures- I'm sure you are too!  Be sure to visit Don Gallo Mexican Grill and try out their new menu.  You won't be dissapointed! 

Enjoy!

-a.e.h.

Tuesday, June 26, 2012

Loving the Look: Crop Top + High Waist

I must admit that I have always been a fan of 1950s glamour.  At the age of 6 I vividly remember trying to emulate Wendy Peffercorn's (Sandlot) sleek blonde ponytail and red lips, and my biggest style icons were the ladies from Grease.  Fast forward 20 years, and I am still inspired by 1950s style.  Lucky for me, the S/S 2012 runways were filled with styles reminiscent of the era.  The high-waisted skirt paired with a midriff-baring top is one of my favorite trends this season. 




I wore this look at my friend's bachelorette party this past weekend in Atlanta.  I have a fairly traditional style so when I am incorporating a new trend into my wardrobe I try to stay true to that.  I buy clothes with more adventurous shapes or silhouettes in basic colors like black, white, cream, grey, and I buy clothes with really loud color (i.e. neon) or exotic patterns in classic shapes. 

Shop the crop top here and the peplum skirt here




Enjoy!


-a.e.h.