Many of you know and love my friend Fifi O'Neill, she is the editor of French Country Style Magazine, Romantic Country Magazine, Prairie Style Magazine, and the author of the Prairie Style Decorating and Cook Book, amongst many other things. She is lovely, inspiring, has more creativity than most people I know, and French, too! Author, stylist, photographer and designer, she is truly a one woman design inspiration and the force behind Prairie Style. I am thrilled that Fifi has sent me some of the beautiful images from her latest published book: Prairie Style Weddings. I bought copies of Prairie Style Weddings for all the brides to be I know this season, and I will be giving away a copy of Prairie Style Weddings to one lucky winner, enter at the bottom of the post, entries will be closed after Sunday, Jan. 18th.
Born in Paris, Fifi has fond memories of visiting the French countryside with her family, it is there her love of the country began. This book is filled with the most beautiful images of outdoor weddings, "in the prairie", in gardens, barns and farms. It includes lots of "how to" ideas to make your own wedding just what you have dreamt of all your life. Filled with so many gorgeous ideas, this is a source book for any type of outdoor event, not just weddings. {Think garden parties, dinners, bridal showers and pretty much everything you celebrate outdoors!}
Who wouldn't want to have a ceremony just like this one, above? Or a reception in a huge barn, filled with flowers, antique rugs, lace, and chandeliers? A glorious mix of antiques and simple country pieces, each venue portrayed is charming, and sure to make every bride's heart melt.
One of the most beautiful floral bouquets in the book, this is stunning for any party, or to show off your latest antique enamelware teapot to its best advantage. Photographed by Mark Lohman, who has the knack of making every image a star.
Lots of personal touches is what most modern brides want, and Prairie Style Weddings delivers lots of inspiration for memorable, personal ceremonies, receptions and parties.
Not just for receptions, a rehearsal dinner outdoors is just the casual elegant look that makes weddings not just beautiful, but memorable and fun!
Beyond inspirational, If you want to transform an everyday venue into something magical, then this book will ignite your creative spark!
So, wondering how you can win a copy of this book? {Open to USA Residents only} Just leave me a comment below, and tell me what kind of event you would be inspired to have after looking through Fifi's book. And please visit Fifi on her blog, and leave her a comment about loving her book.
You can watch Fifi here, and visit her on FaceBook here. Fifi will be doing book signings this year…if you are in Southern California, please come to Vignettes in San Diego on Valentine's Day to meet Fifi and have her sign a book for you. I will be there, and Vignettes is a fantastic shop filled with the most amazing antiques. {win! win!}
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PS: I forgot this part: We are going to be landscaping our side yard this spring and I love the idea of using an old lace panel on top of a farmhouse table….that of which I hope to add in the plan.
I love Fifi’s style and her magazines and books. She is such an inspiration and a bundle of energy! We have emailed back and forth a few times and I have a tremendous respect for her. Lidy, thank you for offering her recent book to one of us lucky winners. I haven’t bought it yet, but would sure love to add it to my stack of fav books.
Have a happy week!
Becky
Northern California
I would love to win this book. I would love to plan an anniversary party for my husband and I. I know this beautiful book would help me in so many ways possible. I would appreciate your book so very much! Thank you and many blessings forever, Raney
I often have tea party luncheons….great ideas…
I love entertaining outside and am getting some great ideas from Fifi’s book.
Loooooove this book! I ordered mine before it was in book stores! I would love to win one for my mom… A true romantic, who has been very inspirational in my life!
Here’s hoping!
:)
Mk
My son’s wedding is coming up,and would love this book! Beautiful photos are so inspiring! ;)
I just adore this style; a blend of elegance and rustic country with a big dose of lovely nature! Sigh…. Just gorgeous. :)
Love this look. my youngest daughter is getting married on my oldest daughter’s farm. should would help with her wedding.
Creative inspiration for if my 44 year old son ever decides to marry! Thank you for constantly inspiring me with your beautifol blog and photos….