Gowns & Glamour at BBL

 

We are looking forward to being a part of the upcoming event at the Boston Bridal Lounge "Gowns & Glamour".  They will be showcasing many of their vendors and serving Bellinis and sweet treats!  This is a great opportunity to check out all the Bridal Lounge has to offer if you are a new bride!  Email us if you would like to attend the event! RSVP@thesimpledetails.com

Rustic Favor Idea!

We are ready for our Rehearsal Dinner this Friday and obsessed with the cute  favors we designed!  The couple is an adorable match, mixing cultures from the South West and North. 

For the bride it's  tortilla chips and Arizona Cowboy salsa and for the groom it's a personalized Canadien's chocolate hockey puck (sorry Bruins' fans)!  We wrapped them up in a rustic burlap bag and had "Sweet & Hot" tags tied to the handles. 

The favors have a rustic look and incorporate a personal touch from the bride and groom.  This is a great way to thank your guests for being a part of your special day.   They are also a great idea for mini welcome bags to greet your guest's staying in hotels for your wedding weekend!  We are sure all of the guests are going to LOVE these sweet and spicy treats! 

 

 

Spring Table Change at the Boston Bridal Lounge!

The Boston Bridal Lounge has been meeting tons of newly engaged couples since their opening on January 11, 2011.  As we enter Spring and of course wedding season, it was time to bring in new decor and a lighter color palate.  The masterminds behind the BBL, Kerri Esposito-Bruneau and Eleni Granas, wanted the decor to create the ambiance of summer romance.  By using white, light blues, peaches, and soft pinks all three tables were reworked to show new design trends and tablescapes for any upcoming Spring and Summer events.  We worked closely with Table Toppers and Be Our Guest to put together an eloquent table with some modern flare.  Check it out!

A huge thank you to Lou Whitney and his team at Twig Boston for the gorgeous, fresh arrangements on our table.  We are so excited to work with them - such amazing talent!

Spring Time Brunches!

Between the Royal Wedding, Easter, Mother's Day, Father's Day, Baby Showers, Wedding Showers and all other reasons to celebrate throughout the Spring lead us to having eloquent yet easy brunches.  Brunch is a favorite meal of most people because it is acceptable to eat both breakfast and lunch at the same time!  Brunch is typically casual and relaxed so you can make easy finger foods and have a few simple cocktails.   

Tips for Entertaining at Home!

Even if you are just having the same family or friends you always have over change up your table's decor!  You can get inexpensive tablecloths and cloth napkins at any of your local HomeGoods, Bed Bath and Beyond or Pier 1.  Jazz it up with some fresh flowers from the florist or even from your own garden!  Always try to plan ahead while entertaining at home and make as much as you can ahead of time.  You can have things ready to go already on the serving platter in your refrigerator.  Prepare your signature cocktail ahead of time and have it in pitchers ready to pour for your guests when they arrive.  Even if you can cook some items before then just warm them up when it is time to serve, it will save you a lot of stress!  

On top of all your beautiful decor and table settings, here are some popular brunch items that will have all of your guests looking for seconds!  With these tips and recipes you can guarantee all of your guests will be waiting for the next event at your house!  Enjoy & Cheers!

  

Cocktails

Classic Bloody Mary 

Peach Bellini

Chambord Spritzer

Appetizers

Asparagus and Mint Prosciutto Wraps

Mini Frittatas

Pigs in a Blanket

Tomato & Mozzarella Caprese Salad

Deviled Eggs

Sides

 

Farfalle with Tomatoes and Feta Cheese 

Hash Browns  

Roasted Vegetables 

Green Beans in Lemon Oil

Main Dishes

Baked French Toast Casserole With Maple Syrup 

Chicken Salad Sliders

Brown Sugar and Spiced Baked Ham

Herb Roasted Pork Loin

Desserts

Black and White Angel Food Cake

Mini Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

Peanut Butter and Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies

SNEAK PEAK! Rehearsal Dinner at DaVinci Restaurant

Spring is officially here and we are gearing up for a busy wedding season! 

In honor of the burst of blooms soon to arrive, we're sharing a sneak peak of a rehearsal dinner we're working on at the end of the month.  The dinner is taking place at the DaVinci Restaurant in Boston which is the a perfect setting for an intimate private party with modern decor and exquisite Italian cuisine with Indian fusion. 

This past week we had a viewing with the amazing Marc Hall from Marc Hall Design and our client.  Marc's ability to create stunning, not-your-average floral arrangements always amazes us and our clients.  It's an honor to work with him.  Check out the pictures and stay tuned for more after the party!

A huge thank you to Table Toppers of Newton (our neighbor and home away from home) for providing the gorgeous linen!