A Black, White, Gold and Glam Bridal Shower!

Hi dolls! We've been so caught up with the Parade of Homes, fall decorating, an amazing visit from Ross's family and business travel that I almost forgot to share these photos from a bridal shower we threw for one of my favorite people earlier this month. Lauren, my god-brother's fiancé, came into our lives a few years ago and instantly won over the entire family. She has the best sense of humor, a huge heart and best of all she couldn't be more perfect for my brother. I was over the moon when she asked me to be a bridesmaid, with my excitement quickly turning to sheer elation when I realized I would get to throw her a bridal shower. I asked what type of event she wanted and she gave me a beautiful black, white, gold Pinterest board filled with glitter, stripes, polka dots & bows. Sold! Did I also mention Lauren has amazing taste? She established that when she gave me the cutest ever gold and black bangle for my birthday shortly after they started dating (that I still wear almost daily).

So with my fabulous Lauren & her perfectly curated pin board as inspiration, this is what I came up with (with the help of mama in the kitchen & hubby in the cleaning/gift assembling):