Category Archives: Interior Design

Yes, it’s the beginning of a new work week and time to get inspired with a new feature at The BON BON!  You all know how much I love all things weddings, but did you also know that I have a passion for interior design.  On some levels they both go hand-in-hand and can totally compliment each other.  One of my favorite design looks is an all natural color palette.  I love the “clean lines” and the warmth of the following rooms in the images below.  I hope they inspire you, such a  lovely way to start the work week!

{Images from The Essence of the Good Life.}


3.21.11   |   TARA GUÉRARD
Interior Design | 1 Comment
Nov 15, 2010

Sorry for the short post this week, but we are very busy in the final details for Darkness To Light’s 10th Birthday Celebration of the Circle of Light Gala. I can’t wait to post photos and details from this year’s party!  And what a party it will be! Here are  entertainment shots from past Galas…

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photos by Taylor Stewart Photography

 

Speaking of birthdays, it was Tara’s on Friday… Elizabeth and I got her a book that the first time we saw it knew it was perfect for her…

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it comes in it’s own little carrying box kinda like a new mac…

Last friday was also my 5th wedding anniversary, can’t believe how fast time flies!

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Tara’s Tidbits- What I Am Loving This Week

I’m always finding myself drawn to all things embroidered… here are a few recent items that have caught my eye..

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dress from Anthropologie

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pillows at Vieuxtemps

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Our friend and local interior designer, Angie Hranowsky just finished Enoteca, a project for local restauranteur Ken Vedrinski.. It’s located near his spot, Trattoria Lucca and is a perfect spot for waiting for your table, or just enjoying a yummy glass of Montepulciano or a cheese plate with Manchego.

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I love the tuffeted green leather banquettes and the stripped wooden walls and ceiling… This looks like a living room that you could definitely sit a stay.

photos by Julia Lynn Photography

11.15.10   |   TARA GUÉRARD
Books, Bridal, Charleston, Event Design, Events, Interior Design, Weddings | 2 Comments
Nov 08, 2010

Something in the crisp air and the shorter days seems perfect for weddings to me. This first weekend in November typically proves to be a favorite wedding weekend year after year… Here is a recap of some of our past faves.

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all images from Liz Banfield

Since we have shared the images from this wedding at Kiawah Island in our book and numerous publications, I wanted to share a few quick details from the thursday night Welcome Party instead.  I just love the color combination of the deep teal (which was also used at the wedding) and the vibrant deep crimson.

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images from Gayle Brooker

This 2006 wedding at the Daniel Island Club plays on the elements of the season using fresh pomegranates and branches throughout the decor…

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photos by Liz Banfield

This wedding at the Carolina Yacht Club remains one of Soiree’s staff favorites. There is no way to describe how warm and glowing this room was… You should see the space before we transformed it, old cafeteria linolieum tiles, drop tile ceilings, etc.

Tara’s Tidbits

I had the pleasure to meet one fascinating and well known interior designer in New York last week…..Vincente Wolf..He has two new books out…a must see or have!

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Flying the Chicken Coop?

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from luxist.com

My husband and I just bought a house in an area of Charleston that will allow “farm animals” in reason to residents.  We have a huge backyard with a shedded area and I’m honestly considering getting some chickens.  How amazing to have your own fresh eggs.  Of course, these coops are much more my style then old school wired ones.

What We Are Loving Right Now…

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these adorable hand made felt penguins from West Elm.

 

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local jewelry artist Janet Gregg’s gold cuffs- available in many different styles here.

Like Mother, Like Daughter

See Tara and her mother in the November issue of Southern Living..

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11.08.10   |   TARA GUÉRARD
Books, Entertaining, Event Design, Event Planning, Fashion, Interior Design, New York, Photographers, Press, Weddings | 1 Comment