Friday, April 29, 2011

A Royal Wedding Party!

My lovely friend Anne, a lifelong follower of the royal family, hosted the most wonderful wedding party this morning. Gathering at 5 am, we enjoyed a breakfast of scones, tea, strawberries and a bit of champagne, as we watched together. Anne's friend, whose husband recently returned from London, brought back charming wedding commemoratives. Pictured here though, is a Claudia Pearson tea towel. Absolutely love this all in blue!
Beautiful flowers...
Anne's exquisitely monogrammed linen...
lovely tea cups...
a just-installed Julie Neill Beatrice 2 chandelier, reminiscent of a crown and...
a lifelong collection of books on Princess Diana created the most wonderful atmosphere for our memorable time together. Thank you Anne!
p.s. Wasn't her wedding dress simply perfect!
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23 comments:

  1. A Gift Wrapped LifeApril 29, 2011 at 1:37 PM

    Now that is one fun friend! XO

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  2. Helena - A Diary of LovelyApril 29, 2011 at 1:57 PM

    brilliant! and the flowers are divine!

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  3. AnneHHApril 29, 2011 at 2:30 PM

    Michele, Thank you for this lovely post and your gorgeous photos!! What could be better than sharing this so sweet event with dear friends?
    xoxo, Anne

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  4. AnonymousApril 29, 2011 at 3:01 PM

    How fun!

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  5. UnknownApril 29, 2011 at 3:19 PM

    Oh this was so fun- what a lovely idea and yes, her dress was PERFECTION!!

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  6. debra @ 5th and stateApril 29, 2011 at 5:51 PM

    cheers to a creative friend like anne! that would have been a fun way to celebrate......and so beautifully
    debra

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  7. Teresa Hatfield ~ Splendid SassApril 29, 2011 at 5:56 PM

    How beautiful, Michele. I love the embroidery and the tea cups and pots. The flowers are also beautiful.
    Yes, her dress was stunning. I was up early to watch also.
    Have a great weekend.
    Teresa
    xoxo

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  8. KarenaApril 29, 2011 at 5:56 PM

    Michele how absolutely and fun for you and your friends! She made everything perfect!

    xoxo
    Karena
    Art by Karena

    Last few days to Come and enter my very Fashionable Giveaway from the French Basketeer!

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  9. MimiApril 29, 2011 at 6:59 PM

    A perfect day! Mimi xx

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  10. UnknownApril 29, 2011 at 7:32 PM

    What a fun way to watch the Royal Wedding! I really should have hosted something...but just couldn't swing it. I watched it in bed, snuggled up with my 2 little princes.

    I thought it was divine in every way!!!

    Here's to the darling bride and grroom. Love live the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge!

    xo Elizabeth

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  11. Renée FinbergApril 29, 2011 at 7:43 PM

    you are a clever one!

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  12. AllieApril 29, 2011 at 8:35 PM

    What fun that must have been for all of you! Love the crown chandelier. That is the absolute best. Have a great weekend.

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  13. Loretta Fontaine (EcoHappy Blog)April 29, 2011 at 10:30 PM

    Michelle- Yes, the dress was perfect!

    I have the first half of the wedding taped to watch later. I could not get up as early as you.

    Correction - I would get up as early as you if I had a party to go to! And no children to see off to school!

    Loretta

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  14. SHERRY HARTApril 30, 2011 at 12:22 PM

    Dang...a party that early. I would have had to stay up all night getting ready for it and then I might have been a tad cranky by the time everyone came. Good for Anne! It looked like fun and those linens are gorgeous!

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  15. meenal bishnoiMay 1, 2011 at 1:50 AM

    that's lovely way to celebrate..I enjoyed the ceremony very much..the undertated elegance of it all..Kate was luminous and the couple so happy and in love...lovely post,Michele..do check out my impressions of the royal wedding on my blog when you have a moment! xx meenal

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  16. PatMay 1, 2011 at 5:06 PM

    How fun. I taped it. That dress was perfect. She is so elegant. (And Pippa's wasn't to be sneezed at either!)

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  17. UnknownMay 2, 2011 at 9:50 AM

    Love this! looks like so much fun! great post. It was a wonderful event!
    hooper patterson
    www.birdsofafeatherdesign.com

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  18. Boxwood TerraceMay 2, 2011 at 10:52 AM

    What fun! Wasn't it all fabulous? Your friend's house is a great setting for a party.

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  19. ArchitectDesign™May 2, 2011 at 12:46 PM

    what a fun party! Yes - agreed -Kate's dress was perfect!

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  20. LiveLikeYouMay 2, 2011 at 9:12 PM

    This is too funny - a champagne party at 5am!! Way to go!

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  21. CarolynMay 3, 2011 at 5:35 AM

    Oh, I love your chandelier!

    1 Year Old Birthday Party Ideas

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  22. Jane Kilpatrick SchottMay 3, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    Champagne Anytime! And yes, the dress was perfection.

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  23. designchicMay 3, 2011 at 9:54 AM

    What a fun way to celebrate...

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