Christmas Cakes for the Holidays

Do you have a tradition of serving up a Christmas cake? If not, here's some beautiful and sweet ideas for you:

red velvet cake with snowman
see: http://www.raspberricupcakes.com/2011/12/christmas-red-velvet-snow-cake.html

white cake
see: http://www.askchefdennis.com/2011/12/im-dreaming-of-a-white-christmas-cake-with-sweet-peony/

cake balls cake
see: http://blog.candiquik.com/?p=2526

Purple Christmas - Inspired to Decorate!

You don't see a lot of purple during the holidays at all, but after seeing some purple inspiration on the Web, you may change your mind! I'm thinking of a palette in shades of purple with accents of silver! The cupcake baubles below are quite unique indeed.

table decorations, wreath, shoes, cupcakes

Chic Peppermint Christmas Party Palette

candy canes, cocktails, wreath, table settings

Think sweet accents of red together with some greens, browns, and rust gold! A chic holiday table decorated with rustic elements makes me feel like I've just walked into a snow-covered log cabin!

The Neiman Marcus 2013 Christmas Catalog

I'm just swooning over the Neiman Marcus 2013 Christmas Catalog! While it may be pricey, you can always be inspired to find the perfect holiday gift this season! See my picks below:

bangles

popcorn

jewelry roll

Cheers! Champagne Gets Glamorous!

I'm thinking of a really glamorous holiday season! Time to dress up in something metallic, but how about the drinks? Consider these cool, gold champagne ideas:

moet & chandon

luxor

Veuve Clicquot Brut

Cheers! My favorite holiday drinks!

No doubt the holidays are coming soon. Prepare something chic and stylish to make that perfect Christmas toast. Try these for your party menu and gain some holiday cheers!

amaretto bourbon punch

blue sparkling star

wine punch via BHG.com

Christmas Place Settings - Love them!

I'm so excited for the holidays and always look forward to creating some beautiful place settings. Get inspired with some of these cool ones from Pier One:

from Pier One

from Pier One

from Pier One