Celebrate good times.

 Because of the new blogger layout it's easier for me to see drafts I haven't posted! This little gem was sitting in there and I have no idea how I let it fly under the radar. Last year, in the time frame of a month or so I had all these parties (two kitchen teas and two childrens parties to be exact) that had beautiful food and presentation that I wanted to share.

There really isn't anything I enjoy more than hosting afternoon tea parties and I can't wait to do so when I have my own apartment.

Here's to many more parties and bellies full of tea and cake in 2013!

Bachelorette.

"A bachelorette's party is simply a party, given in honour of the bride to be, in the style that is common to that social circle."

Jasmin and I started talking about her hens party almost immediately after the venue was chosen! A few months down the track I stopped involving her and knew in my mind exactly what I wanted to do for her and I wanted it all to be a surprise.

Jasmin is a beautiful soul. A loving friend who is always there for me when needed, a very hardworking and inspiring mother of two and a genuine human being who deserved to be spoiled and shown how much not only I, but all her friends love her.

When I read the above quote I laughed because the afternoon tea I put on for her is definately our style. Sweet and pretty treats, I went with a pink and red theme as it's super feminine and fun!

Later on in the eve we sat on Madame Brussels rooftop indulging in Martini's and then danced like crazy at the Carlton Club. It was honestly the best day and night! Jasmin was beaming, that's all I could ask for, seeing her so ridiculously happy!

Wearing Vintage bodysuit, K-mart skirt, Samantha Wills and Gazelle rings. (Mine and Jasmin's manicures by Miss Fox!)

If you're planning a party and like the look of my pink and red afternoon tea, here are some tips:

Pina Colada and Raspberry Beret cupcakes from Sticky Fingers Bakery! I highly reccomend this company. Exceptional customer service, prompt, great pricing, everyone raved about the cupcakes and they deliver!

Raspberry, Strawberry & Vanilla and Cherry Blossom & Sake macarons from La Belle Miette! These were an absolute hit, as always. They are my favourite macarons in Melbourne and you can pre order what flavours you like so that they're ready for you when you need them.

All glassware and doilies are vintage, from my local op shop. (Jars/vases collected by myself and Jasmin!)

All candy and oreos from my local supermarket.

Black Forest Cake from Brunetti's.

All plastic plates and napkins from The Reject Shop! (Great colour selection.)

Mixed roses from my garden, carnations from the florist and succulents from Jasmin's house.

Pimms, cucumber, lime, strawberry, bitters and ginger ale.

All other food made by family and friends! (Huge thank you to you all!)

Crooning.

A group of my friends and I (seven to be exact!) went out for brunch on Anzac day and ended up at La Belle Miette for afternoon tea. 

If you haven't been, I highly reccomend you do. I've tried every flavour and they're all delicious, but my favourites at the moment are cherry blossom with sake and earl grey with chocolate! Accompanied with a cup of the Mariage Frères Marco Polo tea they serve.

Wearing Elliatt faux fur and Sporstgirl scarf.

Right hand: Samantha Wills bracelets and Low Luv ring. Left hand: Samantha Wills coin ring and Gazelle turquoise ring.

Photos by Nicole Jakovidis. 

Afternoon tea at La Belle Miette.

 

I spent most of my Saturday afternoon at Le Belle Miette.

Firstly, meeting Stephanie to finalise plans for our 90's inspired shoot this coming weekend and secondly, with my girlfriends for afternoon tea.

I can't tell you enough how amazing their macarons are. I tried two new flavours 'cucumber and mint' and 'mango and coconut' I love anything cucumber and it was beyond amazing. So I if you're like myself make sure you come down to Hardware Lane to try one yourself! (And of course the Marco Polo tea!)

Photos by myself.