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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!

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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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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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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.

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Originally posted on Winifredbean.com by Ann Erling Gofus

Photo compilation by Ann Erling Gofus

Photo Credits: Dress: Winifred Bean Tulipe | Poppy Bouquet: Wedding Chicks | Necklace: Erickson Beamon via ShopBop | Lipstick: Buxom Magenta viaSephora | Hair Comb: Twigs and Honey | Shoes: Dolce Vita via  ModCloth

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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.

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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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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.

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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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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?

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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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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!

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WEEKLY WEDDING LOOK – BARNYARD BASH, PART II

July 23, 2013

There’s nothing better than a carefree summer day in the country.  I’ve been spending the month of July in my home state of Texas, and getting loads of great country inspiration to show for it.  Even the most dedicated of city brides can appreciate the casual sophistication of a countryside wedding set in an airy, spacious barn.  From festive yellow invitations and sunny daisy-filled centerpieces, to the mason jar-lined ceremony aisle complete with long wooden benches, this is wedding inspiration that just makes me happy.   And speaking of mason jars, check out that amazing DIY chandelier…yes, I said DIY.  So grab a drink – complete with your own custom stir stick, kick up your feet and get lost in this Backyard Bash.  It’s sure to make for the Best Day Ever.

Originally posted to Winifredbean.com by Ann Erling Gofus

Photo Credit:  Barn: The Barn at Cedar Grove

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WEEKLY WEDDING LOOK – BARNYARD BASH, PART I

July 22, 2013

Once simply a home for horses, barns have been reclaimed by brides as the perfect venue for tying the knot.  Start your country-inspired look withWinifred Bean’s Flounce gown, boasting gorgeous taffeta, a classic silhouette, and pockets for an added playful touch.  Walk down the aisle with a bouquet of delicate daisies and a brass bracelet embellished with ombré crystals.  After the ceremony, swap your veil for a gold and brass laurel wreath headband that pairs perfectly with your coral lipstick—the same shade as a country sunset.  And of course, no beautiful barnyard bash is complete without fancy footwear: kick up hay in unexpected Art Deco-inspired pale mint leather heels.

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Photo compilation by Ann Erling Gofus

Photo Credits: Dress: Winifred Bean Flounce | Daisy Bouquet: Haile Wossen of Anthos via Southern Living | Bracelet: Lulu Frost Sunburst Bracelet via Shopbop | Lipstick: Mango Butter Lipstick in Coral via Korres | Headband: Laurier Headband via Eddera | Shoes: Pale Mint Leather Heels via Rachel Simpson

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FRIDAY ROUND UP

July 19, 2013

It’s hot outside, we get it, but that’s no excuse to worship your air conditioner all weekend! The Pitchfork Music Festival is heating up The Windy City today through Sunday. Throw on some sunscreen and catch Icelandic music legend Björk rocking out with nearly fifty other musical acts.

Take five to freeze your brain at Chicago’s favorite slushie machine: Parson’s Chicken and Fish serves scorched-to-perfection fried chicken alongside icy and irresistibly popular Negroni Slushies. Cool kicks can also be found in your very own kitchen with easy homemade Blueberry-Green Tea Slushies.

Too hot to wander out for a manicure? Have the nail art shipped to you with Scratch’s monthly subscriptions—each box contains three limited-edition nail wraps from a featured artist, nail art tools and accents, step-by-step tutorials, and a gift from that month’s artist.

While you’re on a DIY streak, turn vino into the perfect table number marker at your summer wedding. This crafty table setting will have guests drinking to your good fortune—and your excellent taste.

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Originally posted to Winifredbean.com by Ann Erling Gofus

Photo compilation by Ann Erling Gofus

Photo Credits: 1. Björk via Playmaker  | 2. Parson’s Chicken and Fish via Chicago Reader  | 3. Blueberry-Green Tea Slushies via Whole Living  | 4. Nail Wraps via Scratch   | 5. Wine Bottle Table Numbers via Martha Stewart