Last month people from around the world tuned in at all hours of the day and night to catch a glimpse of Prince William and his bride Catherine Middleton walk down the aisle at Westminster Abbey. I took the events in via twitter feeds, not a shock. Later that day I attended a school fundraiser. Not just any small gymnasium party. A full blown, fancy hat wearing shin dig. It would have been sure to impress the press had they not all been at the Royal Wedding some 8000 miles away.
I guess press was not really needed as they had me walking around in heels and a giant camera lens. I like pretty things. Can you tell…..
By the way did you know on YouTube there is an official Royal Channel? That way you can relive the magic over and over again. I figured since I missed it the first go around I would continue to fancy the wedding at a distance. At elegant tea parties.
Look at these gorgeous Pimm’s cup cocktails. A full serving of fruit in one glass. Mine was made with fizzy water, perfect for toasting.
That is what all parents want for their children……friendship, community, love, health and peace.
- Chocolate Biscuit Cake Brown Eyed Baker
- Earl Grey Cupcakes Blood Sweat Cupcakes
- Pimm’s Cup Savour Fare
- Royal Wedding Cake i am baker
- Royal Wedding Cookies Katie’s Something Sweet
- Vegan Royal Wedding Scones Oh She Glows
Oh my gosh, this is beautiful! …..and so housewives of Orange County, lol! You look amazing and the party looks like it was just amazing!! Lovely photos!
What a fantastic party and Marla you looked beautiful! have a wonderful holiday weekend!
What fun!!! You go to the most fabulous events!!!
Wow….that is a fundraiser! Such a beautiful event. The photos are amazing 🙂
It looks like you had a great time! I love your hat.
Cheers,
Rosa
Thanks Rosa, I thankfully was able to borrow that hat from a friend. Not many reasons to wear something like that 🙂
Such an amazing fundraiser! I am starting to think I don’t live in the right place, haha.
Beautiful Marla! Thanks for the pretty pictures- I love a good party!
Oh wow, I remember last year’s theme!! It was so much fun and so is this, Marla! You ladies always outdo yourselves…and it’s such a good cause to support!
Faith, it is always a treat to see what these ladies dream up. All credit goes to them, I just take some pretty pictures. Glad you have been able to enjoy both this and last years event with me. I can only imagine the kind of party you would dream up….and the delicious food you would create 🙂
So much fun, but seriously? I’m so jealous of your school fundraisers. We have carnivals and cake walks… you have these fab glam events! So fun.
Kristin, it was so hard to edit the photos. I had so many! So much eye candy everywhere. I always end up taking pictures way more than socializing 😉
What a wonderful looking day Marla! The Pimm’s cups look amazing and gotta love the fancy hats.
Marla you look great and what a celebration!!!
This is straight off the Real Housewives of OC, I swear. You need to be on that show. Can I be your stand-in sidekick? What a fabulous afternoon…seriously, where were the tv crews to capture this. It all looks awesome!
And you in the black outfit..oooh la la, looking good there!
And the purple/lavender baked goods, omg. SO PRETTY!
I want luncheons like these. Or just starbucks meetups in dirty workout clothes. Either way, just seeing you is perfect 🙂
Averie you know me, any day is a great day when I am in my Lululemon. This stuff is fun but thank goodness I am not on one of those shows.
Here’s to the great outdoors, friendship, motherhood and our casual meet ups at Starbucks.
And why wasn’t I invited?!!! You all look so lovely – and British in that gorgeous OC Desperate Housewives kind of a way – JEALOUS!!! xxx
How fun! I love all the hats, and the food looks great!
My goodness, what an amazing event, Marla. Your school fundraisers blow ours out of the water!
How fun! Those are some serious fundraisers!
What an event! Gorgeous decorations. I bet it was a blast. Next time there’s a fundraiser, let me know, I’ll come. 🙂
Carrie, I see parties like this in our futures 🙂 We would have a blast together.
This is just the cutest! Love this.
Such a beautiful event – your school community sounds incredible – your kids are so fortunate!
What a great time! I want to go to a luncheon like that! It looks like you had an amazing time. I’m about to go check out the post for the previous one.
I can’t really find the words. That is amazing.
fun post and awesome photos! Looks like a blast
How fun! This looks like a great event.
Marla! I love the last picture of you! So hot in your Burberry mini!
Ha! Been a long time since I pulled out that mini skirt. It’s a favorite from long ago 🙂
Wow, Marla – makes one feel that you were actually there. A great cause, good food, and dedicated mommys – what could be better?
Susan, that is so funny….my aunt who lives in the UK said our party looked like the real deal. it was soooo fun! My friend who hosted that table brought all of those decorations back from her recent trip to England. She is an awesome party planner.
What a beautiful luncheon for a wonderful cause! I love your school’s mission statement. 🙂
Looks like so much fun! Love that you are wearing a Burberry skirt, so apropos!
I can’t believe it was already a year ago. I love this! Such a cute theme, and I love your big Royal Wedding hat!
I recall the Alice in WOnderland post from last year. It was outrageous and completely over the top. Incredible. I recall thinking – and find myself thinking again – with parents like this baking your school, your children will be in the best of hands, always.
I have been in a real blogging slump lately – barely posted since Feb and am trying to not be overwhelmed by how far behind I am in my readings, but am warmed by the memories and inspiration I am receiving reading posts like this.
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valerie
Valerie, great to see you back on the scene. Been so busy over here, but have missed you bunches. This event was wonderful. It was super fun to be able to capture it in photos to share with you guys. Could you imagine the party all of us food bloggers could throw….omg. So fun!
You’re from SoCal? Me too! Looks like such a fun event!
The purple desserts/souvenirs are so cute! Pops, macarons, and a frame!
Pauline, I know that purple table was designed by two of my very close friends. They did an awesome job. The colors were spectacular. Are you in the OC?