11.29.2011

Photoshoot: A Fall Tablescape Collaboration

Please welcome my friend Erica Taylor of Tinsel & Twine as she shares with us the most exquisite fall brunch scene. The styling and photography is so fresh and captivating, don't you think??
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For this photoshoot, we planned to create two vignettes that reflected the warm tones of Fall, but without using the traditional combination of burnt reds, oranges, and browns. Instead, we picked a more modern palette of charcoal and cream accented with glints of gold.

Our first set-up is a very sweet breakfast in bed. Imagine waking up on a gloriously lazy Sunday morning. And although the weather is beginning to turn chilly, the sun is shining and you've got your love to keep you warm. That, and a sweet surprise from your Honey: pumpkin spiced donuts, fresh flowers, and a little love note! What could be cozier?

The second scene is a table set for a spiced cider and donut brunch with your closest friends. Circular design elements are carried through a collection of dotted vases, speckled menus, a dramatic gilded hanging wreath of hand-crafted paper petals, a cylindrical cakestand, and -- of course -- carefully architected pyramids of donuts and pastry puffs. So many details to take in make this a truly delicious feast for friends!

Collaborating Team

Concept, Styling, and Floral Design Tied Together By:  Tinsel & Twine

Photography and Styling By:  You Go, I Go, We Go Photography
Donuts Lovingly Baked By:  Allison Mingus
Screen-printed Pillowcases Created By:  I Am Dorkas

30 comments:

seriouslysassymama.com said...

I need a doughnut.

Stephanie Shepherd said...

The table set for brunch is such a classic, and definitely my favorite. So many great textures going on too.

Amanda said...

The hanging wreath is insane! So amazing! Bizarre question -- can you tell me where the tray came from? I'm kind of obsessing over it.

Liz {Sequins And Stripes} said...

Love the muted neutrals on the white backdrop with splashes of gold, so perfect! This would be an absolute dream!

Lindsay [rookie's nest] said...

Holyy moly I love this so much! I NEED to serve some similar to someone asap! Beautiful!

katie [the bright life] said...

Beautiful! I especially love the breakfast in bed...that looks like the perfect way to start the day! Xo, Katie

rolala said...

Love the color palette and who wouldn't want to have a delicious doughnut in bed :)

sherri lynn said...

Gorgeous photos! I love the slate and the gold instead of the traditional fall colors. Breakfast in bed sounds glorious!

Viviana said...

Gorgeous!
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Erica said...

Thanks for the lovely comments, everyone. And, of course, thanks to Anna for sharing!

Cheers - erica @ tinseltwine.com

P.S. Dear Amanda, the tray was a great find at TJ Maxx. I wish I remembered the brand!

Shannon said...

What a GREAT brunch scene! I would love to wake up to that! :)

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Mrs. C said...

Oh wow!! This is beautiful! I love all the different layouts and of course the donuts. Yum yum!! I've got a simple recipe for baked cinnamon apple chips!!! Perfect for entertaining! Maybe the kiddos will like :)

Daisy said...

That is so lovely, want to try it now :)

Amanda Brown said...

DOUGHNUT TREE!! I want it! I want this whole set up actually. Beautiful tones and layout. Just lovely. And the doughnut tree, I'm serious.

Lauren said...

I want an invite to this brunch! It seems like whites + height = swank and fun presentation. The flowers, duvet and placement look wonderfully soft and do give some inviting textures. Thanks for sharing this.

Cheers,
Lauren
www.thefabulousmission.blogspot.com

Gawgus things... said...

This is just wonderful - the colours are gorgeous! X

NatalieCottrell said...

Oh my goodness, this is just gorgeous! Y'all gave me some great ideas for my honey's upcoming birthday. Someone is getting donuts in bed. :) The colors are so lovely. Well done, team!

Alexa said...

Honestly you had me at the doughnuts. It's beautiful, every simple and classy aspect.

alicia said...

it's beautiful; everything about these photos is perfect!

postcards and pretties said...

that is gorgeous!! I can take my eyes off that doughnut tower.

Shels415 said...

Wow! This is just stunning! Great inspiration!

XOXO
Shels
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Alena: Oh, It's Just Perfect! said...

So beautiful!! I want that breakfast in bed!! Just gorgeous.

Gaby [The Vault Files] said...

Lovely pictures! I'm not even a fan of doughnuts but want to wake up in that setting! ;)

Daniela said...

I love all of the stark white! Very pretty

Martina said...

The donut tower - or tree is great for kids - and it looks good too!

jacquelynnicole said...

This is beautiful! I love the idea of a donut brunch

AmazinglyBe-AU-tiful said...

I love all these pictures! they are amazing and they make me feel so calm :) great ideas

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xox,
Isa

LeeLee said...

Beautiful set-up.

Cristina Cleveland said...

Ok I won't settle til I've had pumpkin spiced donuts in bed. The shots are perfectly styled, love the puddin cup!

xx Cristina

Nikki said...

So pretty! I could get married at that brunch ;)