As a mother, events centered around celebrating the journey of motherhood resonate deeply with me. The "Inspired by Motherhood" event that was hosted by Be Inspired PR, beautifully captured the essence of motherhood in all its facets. From the heartfelt connections forged between fellow mothers to the creative and inspiring displays that adorned the venue, every detail was a testament to the power and beauty of motherhood. As I reflect on my own journey as a mother, events like these serve as reminders of the strength, love, and joy that define the experience of motherhood and I was grateful to have been apart of such a beautiful and special event.

At the helm of this heartfelt celebration were a group of incredibly talented women who poured their passion and expertise into every detail. Leading the charge was Leila from Be Inspired PR, known for her knack for crafting unforgettable experiences that touch the soul. Providing the enchanting backdrop was The Revery a sanctuary of elegance and warmth where the special guest mothers gathered to connect and celebrate. Orchestrating the magic was Gianna San Filippo, whose creativity and attention to detail transformed the space into a colorful haven, adorned with delicate touches and thoughtful arrangements. Behind the lens was Lisette Gatliff, whose amazing ability to capture emotion and beauty in every frame, perfectly summarized the day.

The event's ambiance was a symphony of vibrant colors and warm detailed touches, thanks to the meticulous attention to detail in the decor. Hello Pretty Events provided the space with a gorgeous backdrop that served as the perfect canvas for the center of the event. Hidden Garden's exquisite floral arrangements added the showcase of the day with their color blocking arrangements down the tables, infusing the venue with fragrant charm. Balloon Avenue's whimsical balloon installations added a playful yet sophisticated element to the decor. Complementing these enchanting elements were the chic rentals provided by Collective Rentals and La Pinata.

Colette's Catering curated a culinary experience that was as delightful as it was delectable, serving up a vibrant and sumptuous multicourse brunch. To kick off the event in style, guests were treated to welcome mocktail drinks served from Hoddebros‘s charming Airstream. These refreshing beverages were adorned with tags and stir sticks provided by yours truly, Delovely Details, adding a stylish flair to each sip. Additionally, we provided place cards guiding guests to their seats, and tags adorning every swag bag, ensuring a cohesive and visually stunning experience from start to finish. As they walked in with a mocktail in hand, they were greeted also with the beautiful music of On The Beat Music Agency. Guests could read all about the delectable treats and all the sponsors and vendors on the exquisite paper goods by the talented Chelcea Cupples Creative.

Lastly, our dear friends at JuiceBox Media worked their magic to produce an extraordinary video capturing the essence of the event. With their keen eye for detail and storytelling prowess, they beautifully encapsulated the vibrant energy, heartfelt moments, and empowering conversations that unfolded throughout the gathering. Their skillful editing and artistic vision brought the event to life, allowing us to relive the joyous memories and inspiring interactions shared among all the attendees.

Leila Lewis, the visionary behind Be Inspired PR, kicked off the event with a warm welcome, setting the stage for an unforgettable experience. The audience was captivated as Dawn McCoy, founder of the Loving Way Foundation, took the stage, sharing her inspiring insights and stories. Dr. Katie Marks-Cogan, partnered with Ready. Set. Food, then enlightened attendees on the crucial topic of introducing allergens to children safely and early. As the event unfolded, guests were treated to a heartwarming surprise—a touching video montage featuring heartfelt messages from their cherished family and friends. Tears of joy flowed freely as loved ones expressed their heartfelt 'Happy Mother's Day' wishes, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of all who attended.

Last, but not least, all of the attendees went home with some amazing swag bags. Guests received custom gift baskets filled with products from top brands catering to moms' needs. Ready. Set. Food!  provided early allergen introduction products, while Millie Moon contributed diapers and Pink Stork supplied vitamins. Beauty essentials from Summer Fridays, denim jackets by Three Wildflower Designs, mealtime kits from EZPZ, and pajamas from Hanna Andersson added to the treat. Custom labels from Mabel’s Labels, baby carriers from  Tula x Oddbird, robes from Oddbird,, and sweatshirts from Baby Barn completed the thoughtful selection, ensuring every guest left feeling cherished.

We are incredibly grateful for the opportunity to have been a part of this inspiring Motherhood Event. It was an honor to contribute our products and services alongside such talented individuals and businesses. Being able to share in the celebration of motherhood and empower attendees with our offerings was truly a rewarding experience for us. We look forward to future opportunities to collaborate and support events that celebrate and uplift women.

Producer
Be Inspired PR

Venue
The Revery

Planner
Gianna San Filippo

Photographer
Lisette Gatliff

Caterer
Colette's Catering

Florist
Hidden Garden

Stationery
Chelcea Cupples Creative

Videography
JuiceBox

Welcome Drinks
Hoddebros

Name Cards & Drink Tags & Stir Sticks
Delovely Details

Balloons
Balloon Avenue

Backdrop
Hello Pretty Events

Live Musician
On The Beat Music Agency

Tabletop Rentals
La Pinata

Furniture Rentals
Collective Rentals

I’m not sure about the rest of you but I am so excited for summer this year. Summer is already my favorite season but this summer has me so pumped! For most people, summer starts at one of two holidays. For some it starts Memorial Day weekend and for others it starts on Fourth of July. Either way, most of us kick off the sunny season with a patriotic bash!

A couple of years ago, we did this adorable shoot with Deets and Things and I hope it inspires you as much as it inspires me for this year’s holiday celebrations!

With parties and gatherings coming back in full swing, planners are kicking things up a notch from your average cookout. I love a gorgeous invitation suite, even for a backyard get together! Pigment and Parchment knocked it out of the park with this fun, casual, and gorgeous invitation. I love the lighter hues of that traditional red, white and, blue.

We loved working with this amazing group of vendors to help celebrate this pretty little girl and wish her all the best in her life. There are those who say a first birthday is a waste of time, money, and energy…however I see absolutely no waste in celebrating a beautiful soul and getting together to wish them all the best in life.

Jacqui painted attention to every single detail and the tablescape was no exception. I am just obsessed with all these floral arrangements by the talented Krista, from Not Just in Novels Florals. I haven’t seen prettier red, white, and blue florals ever! It really kicks up this party a few notches and brings it into a level that I think we are all aiming for our parties this summer. We were able to do some fun patriotic stir sticks for the party and we love how they turned out. They are always such a fun addition to a table, elevating the theme to a new level.

No backyard party is complete without some epic desserts and these desserts really steal the show here! Suburban Pies and Pacific Organic Pops just shined through this shoot with all their yummy goodies.

I love when parties consider guests of all ages. This summer, I think everyone is anxious to include their kids in some much deserved fun and games. I love this idea of creating a scavenger hunt for them! Not only are planned games for the kiddos a nice gesture as a host to their guests, but it also keeps them busy! Make sure you have treats and prizes for participants.

We hope that no matter how you chose to celebrate the kick off to summer, you enjoy yourself. Feel blessed to have another season on this beautiful planet and make some memories. Don’t forget to take pictures! Caitlin from Caitlin Alohilani did a fantastic job capturing all the details and fun that this party was. We haven’t been taking as many pictures this past year and this shoot reminds me of why it’s so important to try and capture these special moments.

What are you doing to celebrate the kick off for summer? Do you have any summer kick off traditions?

Photography | Caitlin Alohilani Photography
Design/Styling | Deets and Things
Florals | Not Just In Novels Florals
Hairstylist | Shearly Blissful Hair
Cake and Desserts | Sweet Songbird Bakery
Cookies | Frost Your Cookie Bakery
Popsicles | Pacific Organic Pops
Children’s Wear | Alice and Ames
Children's Shoes | Nina Kids Shoes
Invitation/Signage | Pigment and Parchment
Laser cut goods | Delovely Details
Balloon Install | The Pop Shop
Linen | Wolf and Irving
Rentals | Baker Party Rentals
Mini Pinatas | Lula Flora Designs
Pies | Suburban Pie

I don’t know about you, but I miss my local craft cocktail bar.

We’ve been having fun trying to mimic or create some of our own craft cocktails at home lately. It’s become a fun game to find recipes since I prefer ones that don’t require rare ingredients and that don’t make too many dishes.

I like my cocktail to occasionally match the season. During summer, we drank lots of tropical flavors and in our recent temperature dip in California (it’s now more in the 70s/80s instead of 90s/100s), I was craving something different. I am not particularly a fan of apple cider. It’s usually served hot and in Southern California, it’s rarely cool enough in October here for a hot cocktail. I was excited to come up with a cold spiced apple cider cocktail to go along with our SoCal “fall”. We will definitely be enjoying these through these fall months!

We’ve been starting to see orders for our Thanksgiving stir sticks trickle in lately, so this is your reminder to get your order in today! Thanksgiving is going to be different this year, but we can still celebrate and be grateful.

Spiced Apple Cider Moscow Mule

Ingredients

2 ounces of Vodka

3 ounces of Spiced Apple Cider

3 ounces of Ginger beer

1 teaspoon of Lime juice

Sprinkle of Nutmeg/Cinnamon

Cinnamon sticks and dried apple slices for garnish

Directions:

Fill a cocktail glass (or copper mug if you have one) with crushed ice. Pour vodka, apple cider, and lime juice. With a spoon, stir. Then top with ginger beer. Add a sprinkle of nutmeg and cinnamon on top and garnish with a cinnamon stick and dried apple slice and a Delovely Details stir stick!

Hopefully, despite everything going on, you’ll find a way to safely celebrate this time of year. While 2020 has been one for the books, to put it in the nicest terms, I think if we all really thought about it, there are some things to be grateful for.

What are you grateful for?