Say it with Canvas

Spotted today on Oh So Beautiful Paper, Cape Cod Save the Dates printed on canvas:

These little charmers were created by Ice Cream Social (see more pictures of this Preppy Nautical Cuteness Tied Up with a Navy and White Grosgrain Ribbon -- and more Ice Cream Social awesomeness -- here).

Yes, I will most certainly Save the Date for this couple.
When the Save the Dates are this good, imagine what else is in store...

Still Falling for Nautical

I know the calendar says fall isn't officially over until December 21st but, in my mind, autumn doesn't last a day past November.

So I'm squeezing in this one last series* of fall wedding photos, courtesy of Style Me Pretty. And it's preppy-nautical to boot!:

 { Who knew blue and white stripes went so well with pumpkins? 

I'm inspired. Truly inspired. }

{ Pearls, ruffled navy dresses, orange pashminas, ga-ga-gorgeous flowers and more blue-and-white striped grosgrain ribbon. Could there be anything more perfect for a fall Shoreside bride? }

 { Classic. }

*Who am I kidding? I love fall. This won't be the last. But I'm full-to-the-brim of sparkling holiday ideas to share.

Happy Veterans Day

To all the men and women who serve: Thanks.

{ Really. Can a man in uniform be any more handsome? }

A Little Something for the Boys

Love this nautical-inspired boutonniere.
Love the blue & white striped bow tie.
Will now be spending hours looking up suiting ideas for the boys. Back soon to share!

{ Photo by emilie inc., spotted on Love & Lobster... a new must-read. 

I'm thinkin' lots of Maine ideas will be heading south to Cape Cod. } 

Inspiration: Cape Cod Clambake Wedding

Gettin' naughty with nautical for a clambake-style reception. Who doesn't want some lobster, steamers and beer on this beautiful summery day?

{ Clockwise from top left, Nautical flag cake from Martha Stewart, Sperry Tents at Nauticus Marina from Bello Photography, Bridesmaid dresses from Stacey Kane, Boat bucket of beer from Pottery Barn, Tablesetting from The Casual Gourmet,  Thank you! from Imprintables, Invitation from The Knot, Beer coasters from Seacrets, and Bouquets from The Knot. 

In the middle: Lobsters from Merge Weddings. }

The Ikea Wedding

Brides on a budget, rejoice.
Chic centerpieces from IKEA:

{ IKEA Sweden via The Sweetest Occasion }

{ Above two from The Knot }

{ These are all from And Unlimited Photography. The whole wedding is wicked awesome. 

It's my nautical wedding heaven. }

Those little white buggers are only $1.99. Can you hear my joy?

Cape Cod Wedding Venue: Nauticus Marina

We'll keep up the nautical theme for a few more days.

{ the amazingly talented Cape Cod wedding photographer duo 

Christine & Andy of Bello Photography }

Billowing nautical flags? Check.
Small-scale lighthouse? Check.
Docks leading out to luxury yachts? Check.
Sailboats slipping by? Check.
Sun set over the prettiest little inlet? Check.

There isn't much that Nauticus Marina, located in Osterville, doesn't have. This privately owned marina is available to rent for weddings of all sizes and shapes. Other than the lighthouse building (which has an impressively carved mahogany bar, by the way), there isn't any indoor facilities so a tent is required.

I've seen Nauticus dressed up in all kinds of ways - from white cotton and daisy simplicity to gold satin orchid opulence. But I love those weddings where the bride and groom embrace its inherent nautical-ness.

 { Nauticus Marina }