Ready-To-Eat Cookie Dough Cake pops, doughnuts, ice creams, cupcakes, marshmallows. No, I am not just listing all of the deliciousness that I enjoy eating, but a small selection of sweet delights you can offer your guests at your corporate event, wedding, party, engagement or celebration. Naked Dough have been making rather large waves in London…
Recommended by Rianna Elizabeth Working as an event and wedding planner, I have the honour of working with some of the most inspiring, talented and creative minds. From wedding stationery designers and innovative caterers to photographers and florists. I wanted to share some of my favourite suppliers who are not only fantastic at what they…
Quick Gift Guide Lily & Anna Exclusive Gift Bag – ”A limited edition collection of L’OCCITANE beauty must-haves selected by bloggers Lily Pebbles and Anna Gardner.” £25.00 Artisan du Chocolat Colossal Melange De Chocolats – ”A decadent wheel of artisan chocolates worthy of Charlie and The chocolate Factory and crafted by ingenious and dedicated oompa loompas…
Well, I personally felt like it was January forever! At last it is February, the month of pancakes and love. Valentine’s day is five days away, and if you are reading this post you may be frantically searching the internet for the perfect gift. I mentioned this last year, but I am not a fan…
EMMA & JAKE I have been dying to share this incredible wedding with you. Last May our beautiful friends Emma and Jake tied the knot at the Great Lodge in Essex. Great Lodge is a stunning rural estate in the Essex countryside, once owned by Anne of Cleves. The Anne of Cleves Barn is the…
I adore pampas grass, I love the height and drama it brings, as well as how versatile it can be. It is one of the latest must haves, and can be used in a variety of ways; ceremony backdrops and arches, floral centrepieces and bouquets. Another reason why Pampas Grass is great to use in…
When it comes to yearly wedding trends it can be a little frustrating to get your head around what is ACTUALLY on trend. To be completely honest with you, trend reports are usually designed by large corporations and influencers to suck you in, getting you to buy the latest must haves. Isn’t that how everything…
How to use Pantone's colour of the year Ultra Violet within your wedding day This year Pantone’s colour of the year Ultra Violet is a vibrant hue that can add a striking, energetic and regal feel to any colour scheme. I have to be honest, bold purple tones are not often used within wedding decor…
The popular Thanksgiving dessert Although I live in the UK, Thanksgiving will always be very special to me. Thanksgiving reminds of spending quality time with my family who live in Florida, large gatherings, one long dining table and copious amounts of food. My uncle happens to be a professional and rather amazing chef, he also…
Basic Invite recently approached me, asking if I would review their online stationery service. I can honestly say, I was slightly ashamed that I had not heard of Basic Invite prior to them contacting me. I was instantly blown away by their products and extremely excited to share this on my blog, especially as they…
Having recently updated my website, I finally had the time to post about my Tavira trip back in June. I took some time off, right in the middle of the busy summer event season (very unheard of) to relax and travel to beautiful Tavira, an unspoilt Portuguese fishing town, situated in the East of the…
Cleanse, exfoliate and moisturise in one simple step! Beauty regimes can be time consuming. Makeup remover, cleanse, tone, exfoliate, moisturise, buff, shine and voila, forty-five minutes later you are ready to go! Sometimes after a long day all you want to do is wipe the daily paste off your face and climb into bed. Wouldn’t…
Wedding planning is exciting, stressful and sometimes extremely overwhelming. Wedding apps make it easier for couples to access vital information right at their fingertips, from guest list organisation, right through to staying in shape. I have listed a variety of helpful, handy apps that can make your wedding planning process that little bit smoother. All…
Floral Wall Inspiration Floral wall installations bring botanical beauty to your wedding, adding glorious backdrops, fabulous photo opportunities, and dazzling displays. Delicately draped foliage, cascading florals, or simplistic blooms can create an eye-catching design that can work with any theme and style. More brides are choosing to use minimal florals during their ceremony and reception, opting…
An exclusive new collection I have often been told that I have an impeccable sense of smell. Of course, this can work against me when I smell something ‘undesirable’. My sense of smell transports me back to childhood memories, holidays and special moments with my friends and family. When I am preparing for a holiday,…
Emmy London recently opened their new flagship boutique on Fulham Road, right in the heart of Chelsea (postcode envy). Founder and creative mastermind Emma Scarterfield, has an obsession and passion for shoes that can be seen in all of her exquisite collections. When it comes to bridal and event fashion, Emmy London have a glorious…
Stunning wedding in Santorini Santorini has become a very popular wedding destination, the traditional whitewashed buildings nestled in the hilltops and breathtaking views over the Aegean Sea create the perfect backdrop. Charlotte and Dan’s wedding took place at Santorini Gem, a luxurious wedding venue located at the highest point of the Greek island, offering magnificent views of the Caldera.…
Alice & Matteo A few months back I was lucky enough to meet the incredible photographer Ricardo Luger of Lugermad Photography. I fell in love with the mix of relaxed, energetic and romantic moments that Ricardo captures in his images. I am excited to share with you one of Ricardo’s beautiful weddings shot in the North…
Learning Modern Calligraphy with Inkpact Last weekend I went to the Cocktails & Calligraphy workshop hosted by Inkpact. The company was founded by Charlotte Pearce in 2013 and offers a unique handwritten communication service. Inkpact create a personal connection between company and client, their handwritten letters are delivered direct to your client in beautiful handwritten…
Affordable Luxury At the start of this year, I posted a holiday blog on my girly getaway to the North Yorkshire Moors. During our trip, we visited the incredible Town of York, and stumbled upon The Yorkshire Soap Company. After discovering this quaint little shop full of luxury soaps and delightful gifts, I fell in…
COMPETITION CLOSED By Laura London When it comes to candles you have endless brands, ranges and scents to choose from. I developed my love of candles and room scents from my mum. Since I can remember, my mum has always had a ‘Candle Table’ right in the middle of the living room. What is a…
Happy Valentines Day Happy Valentines Day lovers! Red is the colour of love and passion, I have created a romantic inspired moodboard using a variety of luscious red tones. Claire Pettibone’s couture collection for Trumpet & Horn includes a beautiful 18th Century French Dauphine ring. Set in 18k rose gold the stunning scarlet garnet is the…
Don't panic, you still have time! Ah Valentines Day, the day where restaurants create incredibly expensive ‘romantic’ set menus and florists charge an arm and a leg for a wilting bunch of roses. I think back to primary school days when everything seemed much more fun and a lot less stressful. I remember the red…
Just before Christmas, I escaped to the beautiful North Yorkshire Moors for a well needed girly getaway. I used to visit this lovely part of the country when I was a child, and had not been back for over 10 years. Yorkshire was instantly the destination of choice as it is steeped in history and…
Happy New Year! I have eaten around a thousand mince pies and one billion sausages in blankets. I took a little time off over Christmas to relax with my family and friends, lay around in my pj’s and watch lots of Christmas movies. I am kicking off my first blog of 2017 featuring this years wedding…
Lizzy & Sam Duggan I am so excited to share with you the first ‘Real Wedding’ feature on Rianna Elizabeth. This post is also personal to me as the beautiful bride Lizzy happens to be one of my closest friends. I was lucky enough to be one of her bridesmaids and of course being a wedding…
For someone who organises and creates schedules for a living, when it comes to Christmas I am usually pretty good at buying my gifts early. This year however I have so far been useless. I did attempt to Christmas shop at the weekend but I ended up getting distracted by the sparkly dresses and glitter…
When it comes to weddings, parties and celebrations, the one entertainment element that is usually always asked for is a photo booth. They are usually a source of amusement for your guests giving them the opportunity to make themselves look utterly ridiculous by wearing oversized glasses or a fabulous feather boa. Whenever I am at a…
Winter is such a beautiful and romantic time of year to hold a wedding. Clear perspex wedding invitations, tree branch centrepieces and frost covered pine cones creates a magical and ethereal design concept. I was inspired by the stunning embellished capelet by Badgley Mischka this design board features a stunning wedding cake by Erica O’ Brien, decorated with dusty miller leaves…
Winter is coming! Whether we like it or not the nights are drawing in and the warm fluffy socks are being pulled out from the back of the drawer. If you are planning on throwing your baby shower over the next few months don’t be disappointed that you can’t string up fairy lights in the garden…
An interview with a sugar crafting genius Highly sought after wedding cake designer Elizabeth Solaru and founder of Elizabeth’s Cake Emporium creates some of the most intricately lavish and genuinely mind blowing cakes. If you are looking for exquisite sugarcraft, delicate detail and jaw dropping cakes your search is over. I have had the pleasure…
Your ceremony is the first aspect of your wedding day that your guests will see, you can decorate your wedding aisle in a variety of creative and imaginative ways. Stay simple by using pillar candles or create something elaborate with floral structures and colourful aisle runners. These gorgeous aisle décor idea’s will add that extra something to your wedding ceremony…
I love Halloween. I love pumpkin carving and scary movies. I love trick or treaters and I thoroughly enjoy drinking hot apple cider. However I am no longer a big fan of plastering thick, white makeup all over my face and pouring that sticky red fake blood all over my body, the kind that you can’t…
g With a vast array of beautiful blooms to choose from in a wide variety of colours you really are spoilt for choice when it comes to wedding flowers. In my opinion flowers are one of the most important design elements to a wedding day. Flowers bring colour, style, and life to even the starkest of venues. These…
When it comes to bridal fashion the traditional white wedding dress is usually the first visual that springs to mind. However blush, blue and floral wedding gowns are becoming increasingly popular. Breaking tradition can be so much fun and I find myself drooling over pale grey tulle and bold embroidered gowns. I love thinking outside the…
Many couples are making the decision to flock abroad to tie the knot, and personally I don’t blame them. The unpredictable British weather makes it difficult to plan an outdoor wedding. Of course you always have your ‘wet weather option’ but the promise of sun, sea and soft sandy beaches is extremely attractive. A beach ceremony in…
Floral crowns, diamanté hair slides and lace ribbons. From chic chignons, fishtail plaits and loose romantic waves, I have compiled a list of beautiful dreamy hairstyles to complete your wedding day look. Image Source: Image1 Jose Villa / Image2 photography Danielle Poff / Image3 Pretty Designs/ Image4 Ruffled / Image5 Style Me Pretty / Image6 Wedding Chicks / Image7 Keystone Events /…
The start of the new year is always exciting when it comes to researching the latest wedding trends, styles and themes.
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