Baci Designs | Stationery + Styling for the Spring/Summer 2013 Something White Look Book, Old World Glamour {Cleveland, Ohio}

I'm happy to bring you more of the goodness from our Spring/Summer 2013 Something White Look Book Photo Shoot!  The elegance of this Old World Glamour set up is so beautifully complimented by The Tudor Arms Hotel's gorgeous details and Arielle's soft editing touch.

When discussing ideas for the Old World Glamour Look, Karin of Something White had mentioned her recently purchased home came with original skeleton keys, so I knew we'd have to find a way to incorporate them.  The escort cards attached to the keys added the perfect feminine meets masculine touch!  I envisioned a bar set up for the main portion of the shoot, but I was blown away by the perfection the window nook provided for the set up of the vintage rentals from Borrow Vintage + Eclectic Rentals, the intricate cake by Cake Couture and the Magnificence Gold Glassware from Event Source.  I was also particularly happy with the way the jewelry enhanced the beauty of the custom stationery suite, complete with the glitter-lined envelope and vintage postage!

What's incredibly exciting is that this photo shoot was recently featured on Elizabeth Anne Designs - something that is so very thrilling!!

{Photography} Arielle Doneson Photography
{Location} The Tudor Arms Hotel
{Styling} Baci Designer
{Fashion and Accessories} Something White Bridal Boutique
{Rentals} Event Source
{Vintage Rentals} Borrow Vintage + Eclectic Rentals
{Cake} Cake Couture
{Stationery} Baci Designer
{Hair} Fringe and Foundation Studio
{Makeup} MKleinman Artistry
{Model} Taxi Talent Management

Baci Designs | Kate + Dylan's Wedding Stationery + Welcome Bags {Akron, Ohio}

Every once in a while the most perfect clients just appear, seemingly out of thin air - that was the case with Kate and Dylan.  Kate came upon Baci's listing on Google Maps of all places and from the first moment I met her and her sweet mother, a camaraderie and friendship began.  From creating their beautiful letterpress stationery to the coordination of their post-rehearsal party, all the way through the Event Styling of their Big Day - Kate, Dylan and their adorable gem of a son, Ethan, made my time working with them joyous. 

Kate and Dylan wanted their wedding stationery to be classy and traditional - so we began with an elegant letterpress suite printed on Crane's Lettra.  Their custom monogram was embossed on the top of the invitation and was the sole impression on the coordinating thank you notes.  We continued the monogram on the custom return address embosser - one of my favorite things to create for clients because it's something they can use for years to come.

The programs and escort cards were flat printed, but perfectly coordinated and complimented with a black satin ribbon.  A fabulous touch for out-of-town guests were the Welcome Bags which we filled with local goodies like yummy Main Street Cupcakes and useful items like bottled water, aspirin and pamphlets for local attractions.  They turned out fabulous and are a great memento for guests!

{Images by Arielle Doneson Photography}

Baci Designs | Stationery + Styling for the Spring/Summer 2013 Something White Look Book, Elegant Art Deco {Cleveland, Ohio}

Just as I was about to return from Maternity Leave, one of my favorite people - Karin of Something White Bridal Boutique - asked me to be a part of a lovely photo shoot for their very first ever Look Book!  While I was bit nervous planning something just as I was trying to ease back into my daily work routine (with the addition of one hungry little boy!), I couldn't pass up such an amazing opportunity.  I'm so happy that I took on the challenge - what I, alongside some of the best vendors in the area, was able to create was truly breathtaking.  Greyson was even able to get his first day of work in, too, as he tagged along and charmed all the ladies :)  See the whole Look Book (with another look styled by Baci!) here!

Karin had the vision for the Elegant Art Deco theme and I was able to run with the silver and slate blue theme based on the Pinterest Board she created (Honestly, Pinterest has been life changing to my career!  Sometimes I wonder how I functioned before without it, lol!).  On the stationery side, I designed and printed the round menus, as well as the gorgeous multi-layered table number.  For the styling, I borrowed amazing linens, chargers and napkin rings from our friends at Sitting Pretty Linens and finished off the design with the remarkable Ice Chiavari Chairs, glassware and flatware from Event Source.  Vintage rentals were provided by Borrow Vintage + Eclectic Rentals and the beautiful floral work was done by The Budding Tree of Hudson.  The incredible cake was done by Hummingbird Bake Shop and the incredible images were captured by Arielle Doneson Photography.

 

{Photography} Arielle Doneson Photography
{Location} The Tudor Arms Hotel
{Styling} Baci Designer
{Fashion and Accessories} Something White Bridal Boutique
{Floral} The Budding Tree
{Rentals}  Sitting Pretty Linens and Event Source
{Vintage Rentals} Borrow Vintage + Eclectic Rentals
{Cake} Hummingbird Bake Shop
{Stationery} Baci Designer
{Hair} Fringe and Foundation Studio
{Makeup} MKleinman Artistry
{Model} Taxi Talent Management

Wedding Wednesday | Candy Tables

Candy Tables are becoming more and more popular at every wedding I attend. I love the idea of candy tables, simply because it adds that pop of color to the reception. You can do the candy table based on your own wedding colors or have a rainbow candy table, it all depends on your preference. 

One of the most recent things I have seen is topiaries :)

It's basically a bouquet of a candy!!

Here are a few examples on Etsy that you can purchase.

Lollipop Topiary - $45

Rock Candy Centerpiece Topiary - $78.99

White, Green, or Prink Marshmallow Lollipop - $49.99

Candy Jelly Bean Topiary - $55

Baci Featured in Pretty Pear Bride Magazine | Great Gatsby Style {Custom Stationery + Styling}

We're so honored to have our custom stationery and styling featured in Pretty Pear Bride - The World's Only Magazine for Plus Size Brides!  A few images from our amazing Art Deco-style Shoot with Arielle Doneson Photography for the Something White Look Book (more from the whole shoot next week!) were featured in the Summer Issue of PPB.  We're so in love with all of the Gatsby Wedding Inspiration happening right now, aren't you!!

A very big thank you to the other fabulous vendors showcased - {Floral} The Budding Tree, {Vintage Rentals} Borrow Vintage + Eclectic Rentals, {Linens, Chargers and Napkin Rings} Sitting Pretty Linens, {Flatware and Glassware} Event Source.  Vera Wang Grosgrain China from our own personal collection.

baci's babies | Greyson Thomas

What a better way to take a step back into blogging than with our own little bundle of joy!  Greyson Thomas arrived on Tuesday, January 22nd at 1:38 pm weighing in at 7 pounds, 13 ounces (much smaller than everyone had anticipated) and 22 inches in length.  Thankfully they were also wrong about his 98th percentile head :)

I love when I get to take the time to create things for people I love and designing Greyson's Birth Announcements was such a special time for me.  I love the way his handsome, smooshy face is so peacefully captured in the beautiful photo by our dear friend Margaret of Janicki Photography.  She created the perfect images for me to start with!

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We're incredibly happy to be blogging again, though with the new addition we will likely only post a day or two a week going forward.  Also, we'll be pulling back a bit on all of our features - the focus will be more on the fun work we're doing for clients (and ourselves!).  Things will be ever changing over these next several months so check back often to see all the great ideas and projects we're cooking up!