GOTHIC HALLOWEEN DINNER PARTY INSPIRATION

Ornate desserts, a red and black color palette against a forest set the stage for this offbeat, gothic Halloween inspired wedding shoot photographed by Arizona's Love Affair Photography. Each of the details can be easily used for an elegant Halloween dinner party. A few of the details can even be made, like the red and black styrofoam balls on paper straws.  It's glamorously gothic!

Photographer:   Love Affair Photography // Second Shooter: Erica Second Shooting for Love Affair Photography // Hair Stylist: Beauty Creations by Cristina // Bakery: Bite Me Delectables // Invitation Designer: Danielle Seals Events // Calligrapher: Letters by Jennifer //

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SMASHIN' CIRCUS BIRTHDAY PARTY

Today I'm bringing you twice the fun with an adorable vintage circus birthday party and smash cake session all for this special little one year old! This theme is always a good one because you can find decorative and food items all year long. Plus you can dictate how much you want to spend. Items like balloons and circus themed candy can easily be found at dollar stores. You might even have items like stuffed animals and clown toys that you can use to enhance the party. Items like custom cookies bring your decor to the next level. There are many details in this colorful celebration.  Thanks to mom and photographer, Tara Thackeray, in Washington for sharing the day.

Photographer:   Tara Thackeray Photography // Event Designer: DIY // Cake Designer: Kelly Conover // Bakery: Tes Belle Cookies//

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