inspiration from kate spade

In studying branding and corporate identity, I can't help but love the marketing efforts from kate spade. No matter what goes out the door, whether it's online or via mail and marketing campaigns, everything is 100% kate spade and you don't even need to see the logo to recognize the brand. Here are a few examples.

Check out the latest email campaign - be sure to watch the video on the homepage on how to play "lemonade-pong".

A kate spade advertisement is easily recognizable - it usually consists of fabulous and chic photography and her popular pun on words and witty deadlines:

Why people like to complicate designs so much, I have no idea. Look how clean these headers are on her website - crisp, colorful, the right about of white space. Sometimes plain and simple is much better than going overboard with too much copy, imagery and jazzy effects. The focus should be on the product (which is great here by the way!):

hip NYC rooftop shower invitation

Check out the latest invitation for a stock the bar shower honoring a bride and groom-to-be in NYC. The party is being held on a NYC rooftop - sounds fun!

dogs+great backyard+marsh+family=great pics!

My hubby, dog and I spent the afternoon/evening my the in-laws yesterday for Father's Day - here are some of the pics that highlighted the day!

{ i'm thinking this would make a cool painting? }

{ wouldn't you love to have this view? }

{ Mocha, Bailey and Carly coming in from the water }

{ Bailey and Mocha getting cooled off }

{ Carly - the newest addition to the family }

{ my beloved Bailey! }

{ miss mocha }

{ uncle Kevin getting lovin' from Carly }

{ funny how dead palm branches can look so cool! }

{ just a bee trying to get some shuga }

{ yummy limes that mr. pat grows }

vintage+chic baby announcement

{ featuring photography by sarah buck. }

simple+tiffany blue baptism invitation

Oh, Pool Bailey

Since the Savannah weather has topped out over 100 degrees, we decided to break out Bailey's kiddy pool. Here are some of the fun shots I grabbed before getting soaked!

Lingerie Bags

Check out the latest private label for Swoozie's: Lingerie Bags! The artwork featured is hand drawn by yours truly!

Chic Kitchen and Outdoor Shower Invitation

Happy 3rd Anniversary to us!

My husband and I are celebrating our 3rd anniversary tomorrow so I thought I would use this opportunity to share a few of our wedding photos taken by Christine Hall. Our wedding was also featured in The Knot: Georgia view here.

Bridemaid's dresses were tiffany blue.

We were married at The Cathedral of St. John the Baptist in Savannah, Georgia

The reception was at the Westin.

We departed by boat!

Herringbone Birth Announcement

Check out the latest birth announcement for baby Mac!

to tweet or not to tweet

So I've contemplated forever whether to bother joining another network - just one more thing to keep up with is how I looked at it. Well, now that I've toyed with Twitter for the past couple of weeks I've decided that I kind of like it! Ladies and Gentlemen, I'm ready to say "Follow me on Twitter!"

2nd Birthday Party

Last weekend was the 2nd birthday party for, my dear friend, Sarah Buck's daughter! It was so much fun and I was excited to help her out!

{ the invite + thank you notes + favor tag }

{ blowing out the candles with mom }

{ taking a break from jumping! }

{ the fabulous favors }

{ the yummy elmo cupcakes }

Kid's Birthday Party Invitation: Garden/Backyard Theme

Shown: Front, Back and Printed Envelope

Irish Themed Shower: Brown and Green

Monograms and Martinis: Pink and Black

New Fitness Program

So my redtop hubby and I have decided to start the popular P90X Program and we start today! Wish us luck - I hear we have a tough 90 days ahead of us. Since our 3 year anniversary is fast approaching, we're realizing how much we need to get in shape after looking at our wedding pictures. Stay tuned for before and after pics!

Moving Announcement: Family Portrait

Check out the latest Moving Announcement featuring photography by Sarah Buck.

This adorable family wanted to feature a family portrait on their moving announcement, so what better way than to hang a new picture on the wall!