Party Goods as Art

After an inspiring afternoon at the Andy Warhol exhibit, I am blown away by how simple and successful his ideas were.  It is said that Mr. Warhol is most famous for blurring the lines between high and low art, between expensive items and affordable everyday goods.  His theories are applicable to my line of business in numerous ways... without realizing it, I have been striving to blur the line between home entertaining and high end party planning for years!  But isn't that what consumers want?  Beautiful and inexpensive things that remind them of what they see on television.  At the same time, if an item is designed cleverly, it can be coveted by consumers of all demographics.

Photo shoot chic

 

Ban Do has done it again.  Not only have they successfully produced the most adorable line of couture headbands to hit the market this century, but their recent photo shoot for Rue Magazine is utterly incredible.  The colors, the composition, the models, the setting -  everything is so fun.  It makes me want to get all my friends together and wear every single accessory we can find.  Oh, and I would definitely remember to add confetti and ice cream.

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Party Goods as Art

Beautiful Photography

Hermes

These are sample ads from Hermes latest campaign. I instantly adored the concept of these ethereal beauties. There is a hint of mystical creature (mermaid, nymph, fairy, etc.) but it just alludes to it in a feminine way without being passé. And aren't the colors to die for?

Hermes

Elena Kalis

I grew up with a pool in the backyard and snorkeling on vacations with my father. Fear of anything involving water was never an option. The work of Bahamian artist Elena Kalis is fiercely reminiscent of my childhood, I can almost hear the peace and silence that only comes from being totally immersed. Elena's work is bizarre in a languid and beautiful manner. Though it touches me on a personal level, (seeing how I have hosted numerous underwater tea parties myself) the light and color seems that it would have universal appeal.

Elena Kalis

beautiful photography

Dress, Design & Decor is my new favorite blog

No one was prettier than Brigitte Bardot.

Honestly - who doesn't love Sophia Lauren?

I just like this photo - everything about it.

Donuts in the Stream...

I love any type of photograph of colorful candy or dessert but Katie Baum takes it to a whole new level. These are so quirky and beautiful at the same time.

Katie Baum Photography