Tuesday, February 15, 2011

Valentine's Day Tea Party



Kerrie and I recently held a Valentine's Day Tea party.

We came up with the idea a month ago when we were shopping at a Victorian tea shop and stumbled upon their gorgeous tea room. When we found out it was available for rent, we immediately started planning.









We had a sleepover the night before and made cupcakes, finger food, sangria, and gift bags for our guests.



The party was a lovely success. It was sweet to see 20 of our closest friends all together for the first time. Everyone got along splendidly. Our favorite part was when we all discussed our worst dates ever. Many of them were hilarious! We all voted on who had the worst date. The winner received a giant gift bag, which included a scarf made by Kerrie, gourmet chocolates, and a beautiful picture frame.




(My Jonny was the only gentleman invited to the party. He wore his vintage 1950s Cary Grant-inspired outfit. Isn't he dashing?)




(FYI: My adorable friend Robin is actually a fashion blogger I met on this site! We were blogging buddies for a really long time until we realized a year or so ago that we lived in the same city. We've since become good friends! You should check out her awesome blog Carrie Bradshaw Made Me Do It. She also won our Worst Date giveaway at the party. Hehe.)


Kerrie invited the little girl who she nannies. So cute!


(I invited my little half-Indian mini-me. Her mama and I were college friends before she was even imagined.)

Oh, and by now you might have noticed Kerrie and I wore matching outfits. Aren't we cute?!?



A lovely time was had by all.

I hope you had a wonderful Valentine's Day!
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71 comments:

  1. CINCHED AT THE WAISTFebruary 15, 2011 at 1:12 PM

    what a great idea! i will have to try that next year!

    happy valentines!
    Annina
    www.cinchedatthewaist.com

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  2. RobinFebruary 15, 2011 at 1:23 PM

    Jenny you are too freaking cute. I love this post (and not just because I'm in it)!

    Thanks so much for inviting me- I had so much fun!

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  3. MGFebruary 15, 2011 at 1:36 PM

    That room is gorgeous. What a fun idea!

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  4. David MacaulayFebruary 15, 2011 at 1:41 PM

    looks like a marvelously civilised kind of get together.

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  5. chingFebruary 15, 2011 at 1:46 PM

    gosh that victorian inspired place is simply awesome to get together.

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  6. daisychainFebruary 15, 2011 at 1:47 PM

    what an amazing way to celebrate x

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  7. KristyFebruary 15, 2011 at 1:49 PM

    What a lovely idea! You all looked great x

    myheartstumbles.blogspot.com

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  8. VixFebruary 15, 2011 at 1:56 PM

    What a lovely idea and you all look so charming and ladylike. Little Mini-Me is gorgeous. xxx

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  9. JosieFebruary 15, 2011 at 2:05 PM

    This looks like so much fun -- love it!
    xo Josie
    http://winksmilestyle.blogspot.com

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  10. ShannonFebruary 15, 2011 at 2:08 PM

    STOP BEING SO ADORABLE!!

    Seriously - what a fantastic idea. You guys rock.

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  11. TabathaFebruary 15, 2011 at 2:12 PM

    Love that Victorian tea room :-) Going from your pics I'd say it has a very calming atmosphere!
    You were very cute indeed :-D

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  12. Andrés CorellaFebruary 15, 2011 at 2:16 PM

    Lovely party there! Love your matcing outfits...ohh really worst dates!!..I would have so won XD hahaha...And the guy...cute! :P

    xx
    Andy

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  13. Couture CarrieFebruary 15, 2011 at 2:58 PM

    How wonderful, darling!
    Love these photos!

    xoxox,
    CC

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  14. A BRIT GREEKFebruary 15, 2011 at 3:09 PM

    Hello treacle! Sending you some belated V-day hugs from Greece!

    What a fabulous party! I am loving all the photos (especially the food ones!).

    x.o.x.o

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  15. Twenty.SomethingFebruary 15, 2011 at 3:37 PM

    Cute! What a fun idea! The room looks stunning.

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  16. ChristopherFebruary 15, 2011 at 3:49 PM

    Not exactly my cough umm cup of tea but looks like you guys had fun nonetheless. You're mini-me is friggin adorable.

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  17. Courtney ErinFebruary 15, 2011 at 3:51 PM

    Wow, that space looks amazing!

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  18. AnonymousFebruary 15, 2011 at 4:05 PM

    Hey, where was MY invitation? I would have had a blast. Plus you had sangria!

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  19. love jenny xoxoFebruary 15, 2011 at 4:06 PM

    that is such a cool idea!! That places looks amazing too, great for taking photos!! I'm glad you had a happy Valentine's day!!

    XOXO

    http://lovejennyxoxo.blogspot.com/

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  20. SarahFebruary 15, 2011 at 4:19 PM

    Lovely idea!
    x

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  21. AnonymousFebruary 15, 2011 at 4:20 PM

    so so lovely, beautiful photos and you look so cute dear!

    mony

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  22. Cybelle e FabiFebruary 15, 2011 at 4:30 PM

    The room is amazing!!!Love the pictures!!!
    xoxo Cybelle & Fabi

    http://www.fromustwoyou.com/

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  23. PhilFebruary 15, 2011 at 4:31 PM

    Great Post. i lve the house!

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  24. FashionismFebruary 15, 2011 at 4:38 PM

    What a great idea! Wonderful house! Nice post!

    http://aboutfashionism.blogspot.com/

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  25. MariahSmileFebruary 15, 2011 at 4:48 PM

    Awww! That sounds like it was really fun! I love tea parties and will most likely have one for my bridesmaids/women of the family before my wedding! All I did special for Valentine's Day was eat chocolate! Phil and I plan to celebrate this coming weekend when I won't have to hobble to get places!

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  26. Style, She WroteFebruary 15, 2011 at 6:51 PM

    What a lovely idea! Everything looks amazing! Hope you had fun. xo style, she wrote

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  27. Monroe SteeleFebruary 15, 2011 at 8:11 PM

    Awesome idea...looks like yall had a ton of fun

    xoxo Monroe

    Fashion Steele NYC

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  28. UnknownFebruary 15, 2011 at 10:03 PM

    Wow...that was a great idea to celebrate...I can see that you had loads of fun and yes, you both look beautiful :)

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  29. Chyrel GomezFebruary 15, 2011 at 10:39 PM

    Thanks for dropping by my blog and I adore this tea party! I should have one with my friends and the place really is awesome! Wish we have something similar here. :)

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  30. lalaFebruary 16, 2011 at 12:38 AM

    what a wonderful post!
    mind to follow each other? :)

    http://strawberryjam-yui.blogspot.com

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  31. ImogenFebruary 16, 2011 at 1:48 AM

    This looks and sounds like the best Valentine's Day. It is a fantastic idea and I so wish I could have come with you! The venue is absolutely stunning and you all look so lovely. You are beautiful in the pink and white and matching Kerrie is very sweet. I also love the leopard print with blue outfit. As for men, Jonny certainly knows how to dress.

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  32. StarletStarletFebruary 16, 2011 at 2:12 AM

    But that's just an amazing idea! Love, love, love. need to plan a tea party, even if it's not valentine!

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  33. MY REPUBLIC OF FASHIONFebruary 16, 2011 at 3:05 AM

    That Victorian tea shop is THE perfect location for a tea party. Gotta love those velvet couches.:) Great pictures and I love your outfit. The colours are so soft and have that romantic feel about it. :)SArahD

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  34. YvetteFebruary 16, 2011 at 3:30 AM

    lovely pictures!

    xoxo

    www.afashionhouseofcards.blogspot.com

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  35. SherinFebruary 16, 2011 at 3:51 AM

    Love it. It's such an incredible idea. Might think of doing something next V Day (let's face it, I'll still be single then, hehe).
    And everyone looks great. I love your matching outfits.

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  36. AnonymousFebruary 16, 2011 at 4:46 AM

    It looks like fun!

    http://theythinkimtooyoung.blogspot.com/

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  37. AnonymousFebruary 16, 2011 at 6:56 AM

    This looks so lovely!
    Great idea, this party.
    x

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  38. VanillaFebruary 16, 2011 at 7:04 AM

    I wouldn't want to leave :)

    Love, Vanilla

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  39. Sabrina TassiniFebruary 16, 2011 at 7:11 AM

    what a wonderful location my dear:)thanks for your comment and i would be very happy if you return and follow me!:)
    kiss

    patchworkporter.blogspot.com

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  40. LeiaFebruary 16, 2011 at 7:15 AM

    Oh my gosh. I am SO jealous that I didn't get to come to this party! It looks amazing! And you and Kerrie and all the guests look FABULOUS. Glad you had an amazing day!

    ♥ Leia

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  41. a woman's right to shoesFebruary 16, 2011 at 7:17 AM

    What a great idea! Looks like you had a fabulous time with your friends and your dashing gentleman =)

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  42. Rachella - flourishingfit.comFebruary 16, 2011 at 7:41 AM

    hope you v-day was perfect! :) x

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  43. DanaFebruary 16, 2011 at 8:34 AM

    That is a great idea :)
    It looks so cute!

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  44. Cafe FashionistaFebruary 16, 2011 at 8:48 AM

    Ummm...hello, this is too fabulous for words! Please be aware that I will be celebrating Valentine's Day with you next year - this looks like a blast!! :)

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  45. AnonymousFebruary 16, 2011 at 8:50 AM

    A tea party for Valentine's day......now that's incredible....and with spring in the air...it is the perfect season for tea parties too.

    BTW what is a Victorian tea shop? Some kind of specialty store? I wish they had them here in Toronto. Me and a friend are seriously thinking about holding a themed dress up and tea party this spring.

    I'll have to ask you for tips.....and I also wanted to tell you that you look gorgeous in your full skirt. :)

    Look forward to hearing from you

    Love

    Tashrin - Personal style & inspiration blog from Toronto, Canada

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  46. RedischicFebruary 16, 2011 at 10:34 AM

    nice post!
    Thank you for the comment!

    Elle

    http://redischic.blogspot.com/

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  47. Dirty Girl GardeningFebruary 16, 2011 at 10:45 AM

    gorgeous red velvet couches! sexy!

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  48. MarissaFebruary 16, 2011 at 11:56 AM

    What an incredible idea! Happy to hear you had such a perfect Valentine's Day!

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  49. F.February 16, 2011 at 12:05 PM

    Great idea! Seems it was very fun :D

    xoxo F.

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  50. mirjam schuurkampFebruary 16, 2011 at 12:35 PM

    it looks so Great nd Qute up there!
    hope you had an amazing time!
    Look stunning

    Thank you for the lovely comment.
    New outfit of today! come check it out?
    LOVE xo model from holland

    www.mirfashion.blogspot.com
    everyday a new post (L)

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  51. TanviFebruary 16, 2011 at 1:11 PM

    This looks like SOOO MUcH fun! Next time please invite me too!

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  52. Fashion CappuccinoFebruary 16, 2011 at 2:00 PM

    Tea party with your friends?! I wish I was invited, haha :-). It looks so lovely and the worst date giveaway was hilarious. And those couches look super fancy and comfortable! I wish I could find a tearoom to rent over here in Hawaii but I doubt it. All of you girls look fabulous! xoxoxoo

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  53. Caroline VangFebruary 16, 2011 at 2:29 PM

    looks so glaaaaam! :)

    www.CarolineEvigGlad.blogspot.com

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  54. Venus Loves VirgoFebruary 16, 2011 at 3:02 PM

    OMG! Such a fabulous idea! You look so stunning and other worldly too :) You didn't invite me for tea? :(
    Glad you had fun XOXO

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  55. Míriam Juan-TorresFebruary 16, 2011 at 4:57 PM

    It looks like so much fun, the place looks so beautiful!!
    xx

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  56. Melissa: Write it in LipstickFebruary 16, 2011 at 7:46 PM

    this is a fabulous idea. Doesn't your Johnny look dashing!

    Write it in Lipstick

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  57. Courtney BFebruary 16, 2011 at 7:49 PM

    This is the cutest/funnest idea ever!!
    So glad you had a great Valentine's!!

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  58. DewliciouzFebruary 16, 2011 at 9:24 PM

    what a sweet tea party, hope i could held the same sweet party :)
    thanks for ur sweet comment
    i following u now

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  59. MagdaFebruary 16, 2011 at 9:49 PM

    beatifull room¡¡ great idea¡¡ kisses :)

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  60. Jenn @ Peas and CrayonsFebruary 16, 2011 at 10:04 PM

    how did i miss this post!? bahhh i'm awful!

    Happy belated V-day and that is the BEST idea for a valentines day party ever! love it! =)

    xoXOxo
    Jenn @ Peas & Crayons

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  61. Ashley/ MILK TEETHSFebruary 17, 2011 at 12:43 AM

    Please adopt me into your circle of friends. Honestly, though. I love reading about the shenanigans you and your pals get into. To use the immortal words of Liz Lemon, "I. want. to. go. to. there". !!!

    xx
    MILK TEETHS

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  62. GraceFebruary 17, 2011 at 5:42 AM

    This tea room is awesome. Sooo jealous, want some cupcakes too!!! : ) xxx
    www.this-grace.com

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  63. Audrey AllureFebruary 17, 2011 at 7:22 AM

    Looked like such a lovely time! Great pictures :)

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  64. Rizza LanaFebruary 17, 2011 at 7:29 AM

    sounds like you had a great time last valentine's. The couch was so grand! :) i love it!

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  65. Melanie's RandomnessFebruary 17, 2011 at 8:57 AM

    I'm in sooo much envy of your lil tea party I can't begin to tell you! Your dress is adorable!!! I love this idea so much! How sweet is your lil mini-me!! She does look like you!! =) Awesome, pure awesomeness! =)

    Melanie's Randomness

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  66. Haute WorldFebruary 17, 2011 at 11:14 AM

    What a fab idea for a Valentine's Party! I adore the room you managed to rent and how dapper is Jonny?? :) Oh, and your mini-me is adorable!

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  67. BenchesnChandeliersFebruary 17, 2011 at 12:10 PM

    how fun! i love chatting away at tea rooms with my girl friends.

    www.benchesandchandeliers.com

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  68. TaylerFebruary 17, 2011 at 8:41 PM

    How FAB is that couch, especially for Valentine's Day!

    Check out my blog for some amaaaaaze giveaways today!

    tay2zoe.blogspot.com

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  69. AnonymousFebruary 19, 2011 at 4:27 AM

    amazing place!!

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  70. Once Upon A Time...February 21, 2011 at 3:57 AM

    Following!

    hope to hear from you soon,
    jos xx

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  71. NinaFebruary 22, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    so cute:)

    xoxo

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