I was so honored when my little brother, Mike, asked me to design and plan his 30th birthday. His only request is that I not make the party too “girly”!

The party was in February so we wanted the ambiance to be warm, luxurious and inviting. We chose a color pattern of garnet, brown, and creme brulee.

We decided on a ‘Hip Hop Glam’ feel for the party and here is the inspiration board I put together for the design.

Photo Credits: Middle Photo: Ross Oscar Knight

From Top Left: Anson Smart via This is Glamorous; JL Designs;  Happy Hour Bride via Weddings Fresh; Geoff White; The Knot; Aaron Delesie; Karen Tran; ; Kristy Lee Photography; Dolce; Yum Sugar via Bridal Bar; Mthree Studio

Photographer, Ross Oscar Knight, did a photo session with my family and took these photos of Mike. These really inspired me for the party design.

Up next, see how the party turned out!