August 17, 2013September 16, 2013 / annerling / Leave a comment

FRIDAY ROUND UP

August 17, 2013

Summer is beginning to chill into autumn, but don’t unfold your sweaters quite yet! Live up the last couple weeks of August in Miami, where the heat is always on. Celebrate South American cinema at the Brazilian Film Festival then follow this handy Happy Hour map: X marks the spot for tasty drinks and amazing deals in Miami. Prep for your weekend out in South Florida by experimenting with sassy summer color combos—try blue shadow and Caribbean green liner on your eyes.

Hot summers always make us realize how annoying sweaty bangs can be. Grow them out in style with the help of this tutorial that walks you through pinning back your awkward-length fringe. And finally, savor summer by noshing on the fruit that embodies this sunny season—juicy watermelon pairs beautifully with grilled halloumi to create a sunshine-inspired treat perfect for late summer garden parties.

Originally Posted to http://winifredbean.com/blog/2013/8/17/friday-round-up by Annie Erling Gofus

1. Satin Finish Eyeshadow in Blue Toile via Birchbox; Evercolor Starlight Waterproof Eyeliner in Caribbean Green via Mally Beauty | 2. Guide to Growing Out Your Bangs via Refinery29 | 3. Brazilian Film Festival; image via We Heart It | 4. Halloumi and Watermelon Bite with Basil-Mint Oil via The Curvy Carrot | 5. Guide to Miami’s Best Happy Hours via Eater; image via Yardbird Southern Table and Bar

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August 13, 2013September 16, 2013 / annerling / Leave a comment

WEEKLY WEDDING LOOK, VINEYARD STYLE, PART II

August 13, 2013

Warm afternoons shift into cool evenings as the sun sets over a Napa Valley vineyard. Be inspired by the rich greens of grape vines and deep burgundies of Merlot as you plan a vineyard wedding. Evoke the shades of irresistible wine: Bring deep purples and burgundies into watercolor-printed stationary and playful blooms in your bouquet. Use cork-framed escort cards to guide guests to long wooden tables accented with bowls of purple artichokes. Create your own table numbers by wrapping wine bottles with burlap and adding numbers with a little sparkle. Then send your guests home with custom-made wine or provide baskets of soft scarves to warm your guests against Northern California’s evening chill.

Originally posted at Winifredbean.com by Ann Erling Gofus

Photo Credit: Table Centerpieces and Table Numbers: Inspired By This

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August 12, 2013August 16, 2013 / annerling / Leave a comment

WEEKLY WEDDING LOOK – VINEYARD STYLE, PART I

August 12, 2013

Growing grapes and mashing them into wine seems so simple, but there is a beauty and complexity to this ancient drink. Rows of green vines and stacks of wine-stained barrels create a romantic setting for a late summer wedding. Start with Winifred Bean’s Audrey gown: Luxurious silk crepe drapes elegantly over the shoulders and cinches at the waist evoking early 20th century screen siren sophistication. Gather inspiration from the color of Merlot—a rich red on your cheeks is reflected in a deep burgundy on your nails. Channel a Sonoma sunset with ruby-gemmed earrings framed in brushed gold. Sip on sparkling wine as you wander the vineyard in deep red heels, and prepare for chilly Wine Country nights with a steel gray shawl to warm your shoulders.

Originally posted on Winifredbean.com by Ann Erling Gofus

Image compilation created by Ann Erling Gofus

Photo Credits: Dress: Winifred Bean Audrey | Earrings: Chan Luu via ShopBop | Nail Polish: Essie Nail Color in Bordeaux via Macy’s | Shoes: Gianvito Rossi Sandals via Shoe Scribe | Scarf: Stella McCartney Python-Print via Net-a-Porter | Blush: Josie Maran Coconut Watercolor Cheek Gelee via Sephora

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August 9, 2013October 27, 2013 / annerling / Leave a comment

FRIDAY ROUND UP

August 9, 2013

For many students, August marks a return to the classroom. Reading, writing, and if you’re lucky, some good ol’ fashioned arts and crafts. No need to hop on the school bus to get a healthy dose of DIY fun: Deck out your next big event with handmade Gold Leaf Table Numbers. Caught the do-it-yourself bug? Get creative and design your own stationary using this handy guide to pick your favorite gorgeous font. Discover the perfect way to fake a lovely summer glow (with this tutorial) then dash out the door to check out two excellent celebrations of local culture: This weekend Minneapolis is hosting both the Twin Cities’ Polish Festival and the Irish Fair of Minnesota. Snag a pierogi and dance a jig before chilling out with a sweet treat. Eater.com recently published a list of Minneapolis’s 9 Best Ice Cream Desserts—make it your delicious goal this weekend to taste test each and every one!

Originally posted on Winifredbean.com by Ann Erling Gofus

Photo compilation by Ann Erling Gofus

Photo credits: 1. How to Apply Highlighter via Bella Sugar; Benefit Cosmetics Watt’s Up! Highlighter via Sephora | 2. Twin Cities’ Polish Festival; Irish Fair of Minnesota; image via The Paper Wall | 3. Gold Leaf Table Numbers via Once Wed | 4. 50 Beautiful Fonts via Snippet and ink; image via Grey Likes Weddings | 5. 9 Best Ice Cream Desserts via Eater; image via Southern Weddings Magazine

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August 6, 2013August 16, 2013 / annerling / Leave a comment

WEEKLY WEDDING LOOK – COUNTY FAIR, PART II

August 6, 2013

Few summer events are as whimsical and delicious as County Fairs. Infuse your own summer wedding with this country-style fun. Think food-on-a-stick, outrageously cute candy bars, and custom chalkboards to spell out your love. Start with a pastel palette with pops of vibrant red that lends to a country chic vibe. A simple exchanging of vows is given a playful twist with extra large balloons floating above the couples’ head. Lead your guests to their seats with name cards arranged in carnival-like crates of peanuts. Long, wooden, family-style tables are numbered with coveted Blue Ribbons and sit below strings of globe lights. Give fair food a gourmet upgrade with delectable bites such as duck confit corndogs and salty, buttery popcorn in personalized paper bags. Lastly, send guests home with a Blue Ribbon-worthy dessert bar as sweet as your County Fair-themed wedding.

Originally posted at Winifredbean.com by Ann Erling Gofus

Photo Credit: Ceremony: Bridal Musings

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August 5, 2013August 16, 2013 / annerling / Leave a comment

WEEKLY WEDDING LOOK – COUNTY FAIR, PART I

August 5, 2013

County Fairs are quintessential summer events. From deep-fried Oreos to prize winning pigs, communities gather together each summer to celebrate fun, food, and one another. Channel this fantastic fair energy into your summer nuptials! Winifred Bean’s Tulipe gown epitomizes vintage beauty with elegant chiffon and sweetly draping sleeves that can be worn on the shoulders or loosely over your arms. Accessorize with vibrant colors to add a touch of whimsy to your look: bright red poppies make a bouquet pop and a swipe of hot magenta over your lips brings a balance of pretty and daring to your bridal style. A multi-colored jewel necklace adds glamour while a delicate feather hair piece ties together a vintage country look. As a final touch, slip on your ruby red slippers: Red suede Mary Jane pumps add a vibrant splash of color to your Country Fair look.

Originally posted on Winifredbean.com by Ann Erling Gofus

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August 2, 2013August 16, 2013 / annerling / Leave a comment

FRIDAY ROUND UP

August 2, 2013

As we welcome the last phase of summer, we also say “aloha” to every cheese lover’s favorite month: National Goat Cheese Month, y’all! Ring in a goat cheesy August with a creamy and delicious Blackberry, Honey and Goat Cheesecake—the perfect dish for a late summer potluck. Shade your precious peepers from the hot August sun without leaving your air conditioned house—Warby Parker offers an easy online sunglasses shopping experience, and for every pair you buy one pair gets donated to someone in need. Throw on your glamorous shades and head out to San Francisco’s Aloha Festival this weekend. Hula your way through two days of Polynesian art, dance, and food, then sample 13 of the Bay Area’s tastiest hot doggeries. After all this summer fun, detoxify your skin of sweat and grime with a gently exfoliating charcoal cleanser that acts like a magnet for impurities.

Originally posted on Winifredbean.com by Ann Erling Gofus

Photo compilation by Ann Erling Gofus

Photo Credits: 1. Charcoal Cleanser via Shamanuti | 2. Jules Marbled Charcoal Sunglasses via Warby Parker | 3. Hottest Dogs in San Francisco via Eater; image viaBon Appetit | 4. Aloha Festival via The Pacific Islanders’ Culturally Association | 5. Blackberry, Honey and Goat Cheesecake via Adventures in Cooking

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July 29, 2013August 16, 2013 / annerling / Leave a comment

WEEKLY WEDDING LOOK – SAFARI RENDEZVOUS, PART I

July 29, 2013

Replace wedding bells with lion roars at your safari-inspired wedding. Add a touch of rugged glamour to Winifred Bean’s luxurious chiffon Sweetheart gown with a multi-wrap leather belt. Pack all your safari essentials in a softened leather clutch as you kick up dust in the Serengheti with strappy leather wedge sandals. Add splashes of color to the Sahara with emerald green and gold on your eyes and answer the call of the wild with an exotically hued bib-style necklace–blues, golds, and greens in this statement piece pull together a safari chic look flattering on any bride.

Originally posted to Winifredbean.com by Ann Erling Gofus

Photo compilation by Ann Erling Gofus

Photo Credits: Dress: Winifred Bean Sweetheart | Clutch: Tri-Lock Leather Purse via TopShop | Belt: Leather Multi-Wrap Belt via ASOS | Necklace: Nocturne Win Necklace via Shopbop | Eyeshadow: Sephora + Pantone Shadow Trio in Eclipsed via Sephora | Heels: Steven Midori Strappy Sandals viaShopBop

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July 26, 2013August 16, 2013 / annerling / Leave a comment

FRIDAY ROUND UP

July 26, 2013

The days are hot, but the nights are cool this weekend. Cozy up for classic flicks under the stars in the City of Brotherly Love. Watch “Back to the Future” on Saturday or snag dinner and an outdoor movie tonight: Moonlight Movies in Mt. Airy is combining “Casablanca” and food trucks to create the perfect date night.

Still hungry? Check out two Philly eateries on GQ’s recently published list of “The 50 Best Things to Eat and Drink Right Now.” Devour theBlueberry Muffin Doughnut at Federal Donuts or sample a more daring Italian delicacy, Pig Tails with Fennel Agrodolce at Alla Spina.

Step out in style with a cute arrow bracelet dangling from your wrist, and infuse your boring ol’ ponytail with a touch of whimsy.

If you’re ready to stir up some DIY fun at home, check out these amazing Instagram-inspired stirrers. These sticks serve double duty: Your favorite Instagram shots swirl signature cocktails and direct guests to your event’s unique social media hashtag, such as #MamieandBrettWedding. How’s that for an #ExcellentDIY?

Originally posted to Winifredbean.com by Ann Erling Gofus

Photo compilation by Ann Erling Gofus

Photo credits: 1. Outdoor Movies via The Awesome Fest and Moonlight Movies in Mt. Airy; image via Domestic Slice | 2. Blueberry Muffin Doughnut via Grub Street | 3. Tai Arrow Bracelet via ShopBop | 4. Topsy-Turvy Ponytail via Camille Styles | 5. Instagram Drink Stirrers via Ruffled

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July 25, 2013August 16, 2013 / annerling / Leave a comment

DELIGHTFUL DIY: MEET ALANA!

July 25, 2013

Gone are the days of store bought wedding decor! More and more brides are getting their hands dirty—or hiring a designer to do the dirty work—crafting beautiful, handmade pieces for their Big Day. Alana Jones-Mann is one such Do-It-Herself-er.

Alana is a Brooklyn-based baker, crafter, designer, and stylist who believes in the power of handmade details. “I truly believe that personal touches can make any occasion unforgettable,” Alana writes on her blog. Working closely with clients, Alana creates unique elements that reflect the couple and their style. From simple desserts to elaborate backdrops, Alana’s creations add a special touch of wonder and beauty to any event—big or small!

We’ve asked Alana to share some of her favorite creations with us. Learn more about these beauties, then head over to her blog to see more awe-inspiring creations.

CLICK HERE to learn more about Alana’s art!

Originally posted to Winifredbean.com by Ann Erling Gofus