The Day's Journal

Finding beauty in the everyday pieces of life

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The Day’s Design Inspiration Shoot

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A common question that I get asked is to describe my style.  And this is not an easy question for me to answer.  This summer I really tried to channel in on that thought and focus.  What is my style?

First off, I love shabby chic.  Distressed, romantic and soft details make me smile.  I absolutely adore vintage pieces, whether they’re ornate early century finds, mid-century modern or industrial and roughed up.  Just think of the stories these pieces can tell and the hands that they’ve passed through.  Decorating with sentimental pieces warms my heart.  It’s magical when cherishing your past, pieces that once belonged to Grandma or other family heirlooms or even a more current gift.  And then I have a huge love of family.  If you’re trying to figure out your wedding style, just look around your home – your happy place – that should be your inspiration.

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So together with Bradley James Photography, I put together a small shoot trying to really focus on my style.  I began with re-imagining my own wedding.  How would I do it today?  But that was so hard with all the fabulous inspiration out there and beautiful events that I have seen.  I sat down and made a list of all my favorite things, I highly recommend this to anyone who is trying to focus your wedding style.

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It’s a little bit rustic, a little modern, playful and whimsical all at the same time.  And the color pallet matches my brand and my grandma’s china which is too perfect.  I’m so happy to share the results with you today – let’s think back about warmer weather and lots of sunshine!

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Bouquet & Table

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My hubby bought me the vintage silverware last year for Christmas, so sweet!  And it looks stunning with Grandma’s aqua plates.

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Pink lemonade & Harvest table

Vintage parasol

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The parasol is vintage, from my mom’s wedding in 1975 – they’ve been married 38 years, such an inspiration!

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Shelby setting a table

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Bouquet & Field

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Shelby bouquet and chair

Event Styling & Florals: The Day’s Design / Photography: Bradley James Photography / Harvest Table: Refunction Junktion / Ghost Chairs: The Rental Company

A huge thank you to all the above vendors who helped bring my vision to life!  Have great weekend… stay dry!!

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Welcome

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Why hello there, thanks for stopping by!  Let me take a moment to introduce myself… I am Shelby, I married my best friend, we have a beautiful baby girl {Gretta} and an adorable cocker spaniel {Polly}.  My family keeps me pretty busy, but they’re the most important things in my life.

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Photo by Renault Productions

When I’m not spending time with my family (or sometimes even when I am), I’m designing, decorating and surrounding myself with all things pretty.  I love any reason to celebrate, but as a hopeless romantic I have a major soft spot for weddings.  You know the way you felt after he proposed, the way you wanted to jump up and down and tell everyone you know that you’re going to marry the man of your dreams?!  I feel that way every time I speak to a new bride, I actually tingle with excitement with the thought of planning your wedding!  I get to do my dream job, and help you plan the day you have fantasized about your whole life.

I have been designing pretty things and putting parties together for as long as I can remember.  Since I was young, I was always dreaming up different wedding scenarios for myself, and came to the conclusion that I was going to have to get married about six or seven times (or at least have several vow renewals!) so that I could see all my visions come to life.  However, there’s no need to be so selfish, so now I’d like to create your vision.

The last 10 years have been filled with  endless parties and wedding celebrations in which I have both served and coordinated, at both private clubs and fine dining establishments.  In addition, I have styled countless bridal party’s hair {in my other life I’m a licensed cosmetologist}, and spent champagne filled mornings with families and brides.  I also had the amazing opportunity to intern with RSVP Events, and fell in love with the industry even more. Between it all, I have become everyone’s “go-to” girl for all things wedding.  So in 2011, I gave my hobby a name and The Day’s Design was born.

And there you have it, knowledge of my history, my life and where The Day’s Design came from.  You know all there is to know about me… or maybe you’re we’re just getting started!  Thanks for peeking into my world, and stay tuned for many more heart to heart chats, as I’d love to meet you too.

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