As any event planner would tell you, the invitation is what sets the tone for any event. Wether you are sending out Save the Dates as your first piece of stationery or jumping right to the invitations, the color and theme starts at that point and should be carried-out throughout the actual event! 

I am a firm believer in sending out paper invitations for all events from birthday parties to hosted dinners to weddings because it adds such a personal element for guests to receive them! Maybe I am old-school but I love sending and receiving mail. Basic Invite is such a great online invitation website that carries over 900 elegant wedding invitations and coordinating stationery pieces. One of the many things about Basic Invites that I loved is that they have such a wide array of invitations for all different types of events, not too mention all of the coordinating pieces of stationery to go along with each invitation!

Surrounded by anchors, sea shells, and all of the beautiful shades of blue, this Nautical inspired baby shower made for the cutest celebration!