Vintage Parisian Circus Soiree Baby Shower

This stunning baby shower held in New Orleans had a vintage Parisian circus theme to it and Vanessa at Alchemy Fine Events did an amazing job at bringing the eccentric 1900′s Parisian circus to life.  From a stilt walker whose job was to greet the guests to the gorgeous Patisserie installation that they had built for the shower, the details were incredible.  This theme can easily be translated for weddings or birthday parties as well.

 

I love how they hung parasols upside down from the ceiling as decor.

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They carried the circus theme throughout the party – each little dessert has the number of tickets required for redemption.

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So many beautiful details were thoughtfully incorporated such as this vintage Eiffel Tower backdrop for photos.

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Vendor Credits:

EVENT DESIGN & PLANNING:  Alchemy Fine Events

STATIONERY DESIGN: Alchemy Fine Events

VENUE: Vintage Uptown

LINENS: Wildflower Linens

ENTERTAINMENT: Carl Mack Presents

FLORIST: Diane with Fat Cat Flowers

PHOTOGRAPHER: Justin Lee

UMBRELLAS: Bella Umbrella

CATERERS:
• Toulousse Gourmet
• Stephanie with Food Art
• Chef Will – (crawfish, corn bisque, chicken drumlets)

DJ: DJ Hektik

 

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Beautiful Vintage Inspired Swimsuits by Shabby Apple

I absolutely adore this new swimsuit collection from Shabby Apple.  They’ve done a fantastic job at creating a sense of nostalgia and I’m going to have a hard time deciding which one to get.  Through May 21, 2012, they are offering free shipping and a 10% discount on any purchase with the code:  MAY.

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A Korean 1st Birthday – Monopoly Themed Luxury Birthday Party

Brendan Park's Monopoly Birthday Party Korean

I absolutely loved this birthday party that was themed after the Monopoly board game. So many gorgeous details went into this little Korean boy’s first birthday.  Vanessa, the talented designer at Alchemy Fine Events never disappoints!

 

Look at these beautifully designed Monopoly birthday invitations! It even folds down the middle and was sent in boxes that resembled the original board game box!

Monopoly birthday party themed invitations

Monopoly board game birthday party invitation

Adorable centerpieces with game pieces and houses as decor.

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Monopoly train table decor

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Absolutely perfect details.

Monopoly birthday party sign

Monopoly birthday party hat decor

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Monopoly birthday cake train details
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Monopoly themed birthday party dessert table

Monopoly birthday party blue French macarons

Monopoly money bags cake pops

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Monopoly birthday party details

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Monopoly birthday party kid gifts

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Concept Design:  Jina Park (PLUSH, LLC)

Invitations:  Jina Park (Ink Monster Invitations)

Flowers:  Isari Flower Studio

Rentals:  Elm Concierge

Head Table Rentals:  Kiki Events

Event Design, Dessert Tablescape & Graphics:  Alchemy Fine Events

Desserts:  Sweet and Saucy

Photography:  Corbin Gurkin Photography

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LuxeFinds Launches an Innovative Shopping by Color iPhone App

We just launched the most innovative shopping by color iPhone app you’ve ever seen. Really… you haven’t seen an app like this ever before.  6 months of blood, sweat, and tears went into building this baby and I’m uber proud of my husband for making it happen.

luxefinds color shopping engine iPhone app

This app solves the age old question that we’ve all asked before while shopping – “Do these shoes match my dress at home?”  All you have to do is take a photo, let our app analyze all the colors in front of your very eyes, choose a color to shop with, and voila, a list of curated shopping list is magically displayed for your shopping pleasure.  If you don’t have a photo that you want to use, you can choose a color from our color wheel to shop with.

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When the search results show up, you can either sort by category (default) or by relevance.  Every item will have the color you chose, even if it’s just a tiny inkling of it. Tap on the item description and the social media sharing bar pops up.  You can share your favorite items via Pinterest, Facebook, twitter, text, or email.

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The + button saves the item to your virtual shopping bag.  The eyedropper tool lets you to pick a color from your dress so that you can find matching shoes in that same color. Pretty neat, right?  Tap on the > and it takes you to the online retailer for you to buy the item from.

 

Go ahead! Download the app…it’s free and so fun to shop from!  I can promise you that you will discover beautiful items that you’ve never seen ever before!

 

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DREAM – A Bridal Affair Featuring the Best San Diego Wedding Vendors

San Diego Weddings Dream Team wedding vendors

DREAM was a selective intimate bridal affair featuring San Diego’s dream team of wedding vendors held at Luce Loft in downtown San Diego. Produced by Alchemy Fine Events & Invitations, Luna Photo and Isari Flower Studio, it was an interactive evening full of the best local vendors and allowed brides to interact on a personal level while learning about the hottest trends and creative artistic styles. From design, invitations, photography, flowers, food, music, fashion and more, it was truly a dreamy evening.  The food was delicious and the decor was spectacular.  Take a look at the gorgeous photos below and be inspired.

Dream San Diego wedding vendors

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If you’re a San Diego bride, you will definitely want to contact the Dream Team below to help you make your dreams come true!

 

DINE: Toast Catering

STAY: Starwood Hotels : The US GrantThe WThe Westin

DANCE: Elan Artists

FILM: Modern 8

NIBBLE: Sweet Cheeks Baking

ILLUMINATE: AV Event Rentals

SET THE TABLE: Casa de Perrin

FURNISH & ACCESSORIZE: Pow Wow Vintage Rentals

BEAUTIFY: Shampoo Too!

DRESS: M Bride

SAY CHEESE!: The Foto Box

DISCOVER: Luxe Finds

STYLE: CBS Life Stylist

SIP: For Real Bartenders

 

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$100 Gift Card to Be Designs Shop – A Luxury Curated Boutique

We are so excited to be hosting yet another giveaway today!  Be Designs Shop is a recently launched luxury curated boutique of home decor, gift items, and personalized accessories.  From the most beautiful dog kennel covers I’ve ever seen to beautifully monogrammed chevron print placemats, you’re sure to find something for your home. And with a $100 gift card to spend, the hardest part will be to decide what to get!  Take a look at some of these gorgeous items that they carry.

 

Monogrammed Chevron Placemats

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Zanzibar Decorative Pineapples

zanzibar decorative pineapple

Pretty Yoga Mat Bag

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Sailor’s Knot Dog Collars

sailors knot dog collar

Laptop Sleeve

padded laptop sleeve

Beach Bag

jumbo beach bag

Gorgeous Kennel Covers

kennel cover in beautiful print design

Eiffel Tower Ceramic Jars

eiffel tower ceramic jar

 

Rules for Entry:

 

1.  Make sure you’re a fan of both Be Designs Shop and LuxeFinds on Facebook.

 

2.  Make sure you’re following both Be Designs Shop and LuxeFinds on Pinterest.

 

3.  Create a Pinterest Board named “Pin it to Win it with Be Designs Shop”

 

4.  Go to Be Designs Shop and pin 10 items that you would love to buy if you are the winner of the $100 gift card.

 

5.  Like this post onto your Facebook wall by clicking on the “Like” button below.

 

6.  Leave a comment on this blog post with a link to your Pinterest board.

 

7.  Winner will be chosen at random on April 30, 2012.

 

Good luck!

 

Phyllis

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One King’s Lane Kitchen Makeover and Shopping Bargains

Have you entered our One King’s Lane giveaway for a $100 gift card yet?  So many beautiful items are being added daily to their site – today, they’re featuring kitchens as the room to makeover.  I’ve found several gorgeous pieces to add to your kitchen at bargain prices.  I know what I’m doing after I post this!  These awesome prices are good only through the end of today with this special 20% discount code:  SPRING20

 

Happy Shopping!  I would love to hear what you bought!

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Beautiful cloches for only $12!

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Dish and Cloche for only $9.60!

dish and cloche

This Pearl Glass Cake Stand is a STEAL at $24

pearl glass cake stand

Love these scalloped linen cocktail napkins – Set of 4 for only $6.80!

scallop cocktail napkins

18″ Glass Apothecary Jar with Lid for only $36

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A Deluxe Cuisinart Blender and Food Processor for only $80!

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Stovetop Espresso Maker for only $8

Cast Aluminum Stovetop Espresso Maker

The perfect hostess gift for only $10!

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Colorful cheese knife set for only $8!
colorful cheese knife set

Combo Die Cast Aluminum Juicer for only $7!

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8 Piece Airtight Canister Set for only $20

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Set of 5 Acrylic Canisters for only $17.60!!!  Time to reorganize the pantry again!!

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Set of 2 Recycled Milk Glass Bottles for only $12recycled glass milk bottles

Bee Lidded Canister for only $9.60!

bee lidded canister

Set of 2 Large Glass Optic Containers – 60 ounces each – perfect for lemonade or iced tea for only $9.60!!!

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Set of 6 Vintage Lemonade Glasses for only $15.20!

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LuxeFinds Ultimate Giveaway $100 Gift Card to One Kings Lane

pin it to win it the ultimate luxe finds giveawayDay 30 of our Ultimate Giveaway is here and we’ve partnered up with one of our favorite retailers to give you a chance to win a $100 gift card to One Kings Lane. For those of you that can’t wait to shop with them, sign up today for a $15 credit for purchases of $30 or more. Right now, they’re having their 5 rooms in 5 days sale where each day, they feature gorgeous items at even better prices for each room in the house.  The key to getting them items you want is to buy them if you want them because once they’re out of stock, they’re gone!   With most items marked at up to 70% off retail, you’re going to want to be one of the first ones in line!   Here are a few of my favorite finds:

 

Vintage Globe on Metal Base

 

globe with metal base

Travel Blanket in Herringbone Pattern

travel blanket rust herringbone

Vintage Map of Paris

vintage map of paris

Pretty Olive Rug

max rug in olive and ivory

Chevron Pillows!

chevron blue pillow

Ceramic Lamp in Pretty Pattern

ceramic lantern in ivory

Vintage Mirrored Birdcage

 

mirrored birdcage

Tahitian Vanilla Candle

tahitian vanilla candle

Pendant Lighting

oliver pendant light

Custom Monogrammed Laptop Covercustom laptop cover in pink

Love this container for dog food!

dog food storage can

Rules for Entry:

 

1.  Make sure you’re a fan of LuxeFinds on Facebook.

 

2.  Leave a comment on the One King’s Lane photo as to what you would buy if you won the $100 gift card.

 

3.  Leave a comment here on this blog post with your favorite item from One King’s Lane that is not on this blog post!  Yes,  you can sign up right here!

 

4.  Pin 3 of your favorite items from this page onto your pinterest board.

 

5.  Winner will be announced on April 21, 2012 on here and our Facebook page!

 

Good luck!

 

Phyllis

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LuxeFinds Ultimate Giveaway Gorgeous Beaded Hoop Earrings

pin it to win it the ultimate luxe finds giveawayI hope that everyone had a Happy Easter!  I took a little bit of time off to spend with my family.  Here is Day 29 of our Ultimate Giveaway!  A beautiful pair of beaded earrings by Caroline Long.  Very delicate and feminine.  Perfect for your spring and summer wardrobe!

Luxefinds ultimate giveaway beaded hoop earrings

Rules for Entry:

 

1.  Make sure you are a fan of LuxeFinds on Facebook.

 

2.  Pin the above images onto your pinterest boards.  It can be any board.

 

3.  ”Like” this post using the bottom button onto your Facebook wall.

 

4.  Leave a comment on the gift photo on our Facebook fan page with a link to where you pinned the above photo.

 

You have until April 14th to enter!  Winner will be announced April 21, 2012!

 

Good luck!

 

Phyllis

 

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Adorable Animals All Dressed Up For Easter

I love animals…and I love baby animals at Easter time.  A sign of birth, hope, and celebration of the resurrection of Jesus.  Happy Easter everyone!

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