{inspiration begins with... DAMASK + LACE}

Who doesn't love seeing the elegance of damask + lace? I admit, I'm a bit obsessed with damask patterns, and have decided that it is going to be the theme to my upcoming wedding, which is NOW scheduled for September 2009 {yes, it has been changed once again}. September 2009 will be around our 7-year anniversary, so what better way to celebrate + solidify our "common law marriage" than a wedding? We have always discussed getting married, but now we're ready to make it official! O MY!

Well, it has taken us {well, ME} two weeks to actually decide + figure out our colors. From different metallic shades + shades of pink or shades of brown, we {or I, along with Collette + Kristina} have decided on black + white. B+W is so elegant + simple at the same time. We will have an accent color, and as of now, it is mauve. It may {+ probably will} change from now until then, but one thing is for certain... we will definitely play up the black, white, damask + lace.

Can't wait to show you the design process for our invites + other paper goods. I have a loooong list of paper goods we'll be using for not only my big day, but the festivites that come along with it {engagement party, rehearsal dinner, bridal shower, + bachelor(ette) parties!}