GLAMOUR PHOTOGRAFY

Some say there is an indescribable magic and poetry in the very experience and effervescence—the way the delicious bubbles gracefully float within the flute, almost like a theatrical dance . . . a dance in celebration of new memories and old; for future moments that captivate, for new marriages just beginning, for an exciting graduation, for a touching anniversary, for the promise of a fresh, new year. They remind of the beautiful joys in life to cherish and hold onto, always. A champagne occasion relies on feeling and experience, and for one to revel and linger in the moment for as long as possible.



And as we celebrate love in all of its essence this Valentine's Day—be it love for dear friends and family, or your significant other—our hearts overflow with happiness for the simple and wonderful opportunity to love and be loved.



And so, today, let's discover how this beautiful golden elixir came about, explore its fascinating history, and tour three unforgettable wineries, as well as look at tips & ideas on how best to enjoy a glass . . .


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. . . this evening, the champagne will surely flow, and so: a perfect guide for sharing [and partaking], and one for the morning after . . .

{p.s.} last year's toast


[image: lettered olive via the {this is glamorous} tumblr]

. . . for the weekend, a perfect bar cart with cut crystal decanters, gilt frames and fuchsia roses, champagne and cobalt stemware . . . and flowers in your hair . . .


{images: 1 - from atlanta homes & lifestyles, jennifer boles' bar cart, photography by david christensen; 2 - the bottom of the ironing basket}

. . . spending most of our summer weekends away in the countryside, markets and antique shops on saturday mornings, leisurely dinners that last until nightfall and, most wonderfully, a summer picnic on a perfect july afternoon, deep green leaves flickering in sunlight, intermingling with battenburg lace and the scent of sweetheart roses, champagne and the glimmer of vintage cut crystal, fine floral print china and fresh strawberry tarts, and most of all, the air filled with a dreamy and magical light . . .

{p.s.} our last picnic

{images: photography by p & this is glamorous © august 2010, image five - excerpt from a quote by henry wadsworth longfellow, also used here}

. . . last day of the year and a wild and wonderful whirlwind it's been -- thank you for coming along on this beautiful adventure -- there's so much to look forward to, but best of all, a brand new year filled with the promise of new beginnings . . .

wishing you a happy & glamorous new year, where ever you may be,
xo

{p.s.} as always, some things you may have missed:
* colour inspiration: hazy shade of winter
* two lovely things: chandeliers + party shoes
* at home with: elie saab, paris
* glamorous guide: champagne
* new year's inspiration: little white dress

{kate via a previous post; champagne via a previous post; also: chocolate champagne truffles in sparkling sugar}

Birthday celebrations ran into the weekend, and with salon appointments and dinner engagements, am running a little behind this morning . . . Also especially behind on comments and e-mails and may need to take a few moments to catch up today . . .

Happy Monday! Hope you had a lovely weekend.

{images: 1 - perry ogden; 2 - neil mersh; 3 - william waldron}