1920s Great Gatsby Themed Twins’ 1st Birthday Party!

Twin Birthday Cakes with Fireworks @LaylaGrayce
Photography: Tonya Joy

Layla Grayce co-owner Tiffany Harris and her husband Tom were counting their blessings after a joy-filled first year with twins Kirra and Cole. However, they learned quickly that caring for two newborns left little time to spend with friends. As the twins’ first birthday approached, they planned a Great Gatsby-themed party so both adults and children could take part in the celebration – some meeting Kirra and Cole for the first time. Inspired by recent fashion trends and her long-time love for 20s Art Deco architecture, fashion and music, Tiffany imagined a gorgeous outdoor garden party for the milestone moment.

20s Themed Great Gatsby Birthday Party for Twins @LaylaGrayce
Photography: Tonya Joy

Channeling the style of Gatsby characters Daisy and Nick, the whole family donned custom-made attire. Kirra looked darling in a vintage flapper dress, lace leggings, a faux fur wrap and a handmade feather headpiece, while Cole appeared dapper in a white pinstripe suit, a handmade newsboy cap and an adorable striped bowtie.

Musical Quartet and Homemade Icecream Stand for Birthday Party or Wedding @LaylaGrayce
Photography: Tonya Joy

The Doctors House Museum and Gazebo in Glendale, CA, captured the vintage look that defines the Gatsby era, making it a perfect backdrop for the twins’ birthday bash. From 1920s-themed drinks and desserts to festive lawn games like croquet, every detail took guests back to the 1920s period delivering Art Deco charm, including a live barbershop quartet crooning catchy tunes near the house. Artisan-made and organic Carmela Ice Cream is a local favorite; their vintage cart was perfect for dishing out old-fashioned sweet treats for guests.

Art Deco Birthday Cakes for Twins @LaylaGrayce
Photography: Tonya Joy

What first birthday party would be complete without cake? In two of our favorite images of the day, Kirra and Cole happily dig into their individual “smash” cakes, which featured Art Deco feather frosting and tiny pennant banners. Knowing boy and girl twin parties usually revolve around baby blue and powder pink hues, Tiffany gave tradition a creative twist with a blush salmon, strong peacock blue and brassy gold color scheme.

1920s Great Gatsby Themed Birthday Party Dessert Table @LaylaGrayce
Photography: Tonya Joy

Guests nibbled on blue and pink macarons, popcorn in pink bags, pink lemonade in mason jars and cotton candy. Seated at long tables, partygoers enjoyed small bites – tea sandwiches (crustless for kids), pear endive salad cups, apple pie pops and cotton candy, to name a few.

20s Outdoor Birthday Party or Wedding @LaylaGrayce
Photography: Tonya Joy

Encouraged to dress in Roaring 20s attire, guests received strands of pearls and skimmer hats as they arrived. White linens and classic serving dishes received bright accents with romantic floral bouquets and handmade decorations.

20s Themed Birthday Party @LaylaGrayce
Photography: Tonya Joy

Inspired to throw your own themed birthday party? Here are Tiffany’s top tips:

  • A theme can be as simple as a color scheme or an item like tiaras or cars.
  • Spend time researching on Pinterest or Google to find inspiration.
  • Cut back on expenses by creating a few DIY decorations or favors.
  • Food and beverages designed around the theme are a must.
  • Let the kids construct a craft to take home as a party favor.
  • Create a kids-only area with plenty of caretakers to give parents a chance to relax.
  • Remember to have fun!

 

Special thanks to the following:

  • Photography: Tonya Joy Photography
  • Rentals and Event Planning: Velvet Events
  • Homemade Ice Cream: Carmela
  • Barbershop Quartet: David Kilpatrick, (213) 215-4257
  • Invitations: Hello Print
  • Tabletop Décor: Rosanna
  • Tiffany’s Hair: Bravo Salon
  • Cole and Kirra’s Outfits: Sue Nelson
  • Kirra and Tiffany’s Headpieces: Jenny Dannels
  • Name Banners, Party Hats and Games: Summer Wang

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Inslee by Design: March Edition

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Spring is right around the corner and I’m dreaming of flowers! I’d love to begin my spring cleaning with a garden full of tulips outside and a new set of bed linens inside. This Pine Cone Hill Watercolor Flowers Duvet is right up my alley. Crisp white linens dotted with vibrant watercolored flowers – so perfect for springtime. I’d pair it with the Arteriors Zoey Mustard Dot lamp to keep the colorful, bright theme going. I happen to love a round mirror over a bed. Especially one with an inlaid quatrefoil like the Regina Andrew Decor Lula Gloss White Mirror. What a cheerful room to welcome in the new season. Happy Spring!

Classic Silver & Gold Jewelry

Classic Silver & Gold Jewelry @LaylaGrayce
Three Disc Gold Drop Earrings, Kirra Tate Gold Pendant Clover Necklace, Kendra Scott Mandy Gold Earrings, Waxing Poetic Write Your Own Way Bracelet, Chevron Necklace, XXXL Gold Disc Bracelet, Gorjana Laurel Bangle, Kendra Scott Dira Gold Earrings

Our classic gold & silver jewelry all pair perfectly with colorful spring ensembles! When wearing jewelry with a printed maxi or colored denim, it is always best to go minimal so it complements, not competes, with your outfit. With an all-over print piece such as a dress or blouse, keep the jewelry small and simple. We love the Kirra Tate Clover Pendant. It offers the perfect touch of delicate gold to a colorful look. For a silk blouse in a solid, but bold, color, try something with a bit of interest like the Three Gold Disc Drop Earrings, or for a night out, go glam with the Kendra Scott Mandy Earrings. If you are looking for no-fuss pieces you can leave on all season, be sure to check out Gorjana‘s collection of simple and timeless pieces. For more everyday classics shop our entire jewelry collection. >>

Top 10 Upholstered Furnishings

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From sophisticated settees to luxurious love seats, Layla Grayce has you covered on your quest for the perfect upholstered furniture. We’ve chosen ten of our favorite contemporary and classic pieces to make your home design decisions a little bit easier while on your way to stylish comfort. And the best part? Through Wednesday, March 27, we’re offering 20% off these (and many other!) fab furnishings during our spring upholstery event! Some exclusions apply. Click to shop. >>

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Here at Layla Grayce, we have a hunch that we’re not the only ones who dream of working at an antique-inspired desk or sipping tea in a cottage-style chair. That’s why we have a special place in our hearts (and homes!) for Bradshaw Kirchofer‘s furnishings. From the time an order reaches their workshop until it’s delivered to your door, their talented team is busy creating a one-of-a-kind piece just for you and your family. Using solid pine hardwood, their artisans begin by handcrafting vintage reproduction furniture – from a changing table for your little one’s nursery to cozy guest room beds – with carved appliques, intricate moldings and unique hardware. Understanding everyone’s décor is unique, they then allow you to customize its completion with the perfect paint color combinations and distressing levels of your choice. And did we mention that it’s all made in the USA from start to finish? For an inviting home aesthetic rich in tradition and character, shop their latest collection. >>

Celebrate With Kate: Easter Inspiration

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Kate Landers Easter Party @LaylaGrayceEvent design, styling and photography: Kate Landers

Kate Landers here to share some celebration inspiration for spring, my favorite time of the year! One of my very favorite childhood storybooks for spring is about a fluffy white rabbit, and these desserts were inspired by a rabbit’s white cotton tail. Read below on how to get this look for your Easter celebration!


1. The Coconut Cake Bite Tower WCreating the dessert tower is incredibly easy and is sure to wow those you serve it to! You can use cake bites, cake pops or even donut holes!

To achieve the look shown, you will need approximately 4 dozen 1″ cake bites, 1 styrofoam cone (4″ diameter at base by 8″ tall) or to keep everything edible, a frosted rice krispie treat that mimics that shape, and several small toothpicks. Insert a toothpick on a slight angle upwards into the styrofoam starting at the base. Attach a cake pop onto the toothpick, and repeat for the entire bottom of the tower. Work your way up to the top until finished.

Display on a petite round dessert pedestal and you are ready to serve. I had some lovely embroidered blush cloth napkins on hand, perfect for guests to hold under their cake bite to catch any loose coconut.

2. Rabbit Printed Details Loralee Lewis has a gorgeous printed white rabbit collection seen here that utilizes a soft blush color. I used an “EASTER” banner to hang behind the tower, a small dessert sign and some favor carton labels (details below). Simple yet sweet.

3. Cottontails-to-Go There are many spring holidays I remember heading for a relative’s house for an afternoon dinner, and being very hungry in the car on the way. These “coconut cottontails” are a perfect sweet treat at home or on the road to hold you over. It was important to me that special take home packages were provided for guests so they could enjoy while heading to their final holiday destination. The white ice cream/soup cartons from Think Garnish work perfectly! In addition, Loralee’s labels are a lovely fit for the lid and to wrap around the carton. You can personalize them with guests’ names or simply print with a seasonal sentiment.

4. Spring Flowers There is something so cheerful about spring blooms. Hyacinth, rannunculus, tulips…and adding a small bouquet of these limited-avaiable-stems to the dessert table set the spring tone. They look beautiful arranged in a vase, small pitcher or urn.

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Kendra Scott Jewelry: 3 Colorways

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While we may not be reaching for our sandals and sunglasses quite yet, we are starting to see hints of warmer weather, and daydreams of jet-setting to an exotic beach getaway abound. That’s why we’re head-over-heels for Kendra Scott’s new Tropic Chic jewelry collection. A long-time Layla Grayce fave, the Austin-based company’s designers craft eye-catching, statement accessories with oversized semi-precious stones and gold-plated brass. Offering of-the-moment designs, their latest assortment may be our favorite yet. We have a major color crush on the seaside-inspired stones of each bright bauble, and the palm leaf and flower petal etched settings instantly transport us to an island mindset. With beautiful coral stacked rings, mint green earrings, ocean blue bracelets and fresh neutral necklaces, you’re sure to be inspired this spring! Shop Kendra Scott >>

Editors’ Pick: Jamie Young Lighting Table Lamp

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Finding lighting with just the right look for a transitional living room or bedroom can be tricky. We think the Jamie Young Lighting Lee Mini Urn Table Lamp is the perfect solution! Fitting a range of aesthetics, it blends traditional hand-applied silver and gold leaf and mercury glass with a timeless silhouette and contemporary linen shade. And we’re not the only ones with our hearts set on this table lamp. In fact, Lonny Magazine recently showcased the fixture in a home tour feature, recommending it as the perfect fit for a space that merged classic and modern design elements.

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Curious to to learn more about our Vetrai Chandelier? See the light and browse our complete collection of spellbinding chandeliers, from bright and bold to classic and timeless!