Colourful 1960’s Mod Inspired Ice Cream Hen Party

I have some super sweet hen party inspiration for you today with this colourful 1960’s Mod inspired ice cream hen party shoot. These cool hen party ideas were dreamt up by stylist Kristin Rapisardi of Lustre Theory. The styling combines the most amazing bold and pastel colours, fabulous florals, ribbons, balloons, and a cute pup!
The concept is inspired by the well-loved 60’s mod era, and combined with a love of ice cream and sweet things works so well. These ideas are perfect for a spring or summer hen party.

Everything about these hen party ideas are fun and playful. I really adore the cute ice cream hen party stationery in pastel watercolours. Even the envelope has a pretty liner, and there’s also an ice cream cut-out RSVP (love this so much!).

Of course, the ice cream is the main attraction of the shoot, with fabulous cones filled with delicious ice creams, but other showstoppers include retro candy treats and ice cream filled macarons (oh how I long for one of these).

Kristin has really excelled herself with these whimsical hen party ideas that really will wow brides to be.

Enjoy!

1960’s Mod Style

“This shoot combined amazing colours, macaron ice cream sandwiches and one of my favourite vintage style eras. Inspired by the 1960’s Mod style, the shoot took place in the downtown Norfolk Arts District, sometimes called the Neon District of Norfolk, Virginia.

“Rather than copy the well known Twiggy style we wanted to include hints so you could feel the influence when looking at the images.”

Bright, Bold Colour

“Colour played a big role in defining this classic look, with bright, bold colour in geometric patterns and vintage influence. The style focuses on colour blocking, hints of bright yellow, orange, pink and pastels.

“The subculture brought about a more playful approach to the use of colour in the make-up. We chose different elements of 1960’s hair and make-up trends for the models, with voluminous hair, lots of eyeliner and large, bright accessories.”

Photography: David Schwartz Photography

Decor Styling and Shoot Coordination: Lustre Theory

Styling Assistant: A Lively Affair

Shoot Location: The NEON District, Norfolk, Virginia, USA

Hair: Flawless On Site

Make-Up: BlushTones

Flowers: Black Iris Floral Events Co

Macarons and Ice Cream: Hummingbird Macarons and Desserts

Vintage Rentals: Mad Hatter Vintage Rentals

Vintage Caravan: Skylar Wyatt

Models: Skylar Wyatt Scott, Tiffany Cobb, Sade Graham

Dog: Winston Klimesh

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Simple, Romantic Garden Wedding Inspiration

I’m so in love with today’s romantic garden wedding inspiration shoot… it’s making me long for summer when we can enjoy the outdoors and al fresco dining! These simple styling ideas for an elegant garden party are so dreamy; I just know you will love them as much as I do.

To start with the colours are divine. The combination of loads of different shades of green with pretty peach and white instantly evokes thoughts of the great outdoors. The floral design is stunning, from the extraordinary oversized bridal bouquet hand tied with a peach silk ribbon, to the beautiful blooms that are the focal point of the table design. To me, these flowers are the epitome of long lazy days in the sunshine, and are just perfect for a garden wedding.

The tablescape is elegant and romantic, styled with contemporary striped table runners laid across the table to create each individual place setting. Finished with a marble charger, elegant china and a sage green napkin laid with an individual flower, it’s simple elegance at its best!

The bridal style is once again elegant and chic in keeping with the concept. I’ve fallen in love with this wedding dress ‘Jaymes’ by Alexandra Grecco – it’s the perfect balance of sophisticated and sexy. It features a deep V-neckline that is perfectly mirrored in the back.

Beautifully captured by the talented Christine Gosch, the whole design is perfectly simple and unfussy, yet classic and romantic too. Here’s to pretty summer garden weddings!

Beautiful Elements

“Melanie of Mayhar deigns curated the perfect garden wedding inspiration shoot for The Living Room Workshop by Michelle Boyd.

“With differing hues of greens and a pop of fair peach, this shoot included so many beautiful elements. There was a perfect marriage of elegant and modern fashion, a marvellous cake, and a picturesque backdrop of the gardens of Barr Mansion in Austin, Texas. Styling details included fabulous jewellery, fresh fruit, and an understated invitation suite. The florals tied everything together to make for a simple yet romantic end to our time together.”

Photography: Christine Gosch

Planning and Styling: Mayhar Design

Shoot Location: Barr Mansion, Austin, Texas, USA

Workshop Hostess: Michelle Boyd

Flowers: Sprout Floral and Event Design

Table: Loot Rentals

Chairs: Whim Hospitality

Wedding Cake: Feathers and Frosting

Wedding Dress: Alexandra Grecco

Hair and Make-Up: Makenzi Laine

Invitations: Guten Co.

Calligraphy: Jen Krause Calligraphy and Design

Styling Board: Heirloom Bindery

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