Archive for September, 2007


Calligraphy Wedding Cakes

September 28th. 2007 by Abby Larson | 14 comments

*spoiler alert...if you haven't already read the new Martha Stewart, this is a feature from that mag! I am officially in love. This season's Martha Stewart Weddings features some of the most over-the-top, gorgeous wedding cakes I have ever seen. Beyond gorgeous. Perfection. One part calligraphy, one part color and confection...basically a... [MORE]


Wedding Invitations by Abby Jean

September 27th. 2007 by Abby Larson | 11 comments

New photos are in! I just got the new images that have been taken of the Abby Jean wedding line and they are so cute, I had to share them with you. The photos were all taken by Rinne Allen... This first design is called Sophie. It is sweet but sophisticated, with a little vintage flair. This particular design is letterpressed with a faded black/brown ink, then uses the striped reception card... [MORE]


Wedding Jewelry by Saylor Sage

September 26th. 2007 by Abby Larson | 5 comments

I can't stop staring at that gorgeous necklace, by Saylor Sage, featured on yesterday's board. I spent the morning just pouring over her website and I can't believe that I haven't maxed out my credit card already buying up all of her amazing designs... The necklaces range from $48 to nearly $600 (with most falling in the $128 range). Perfect for your maid of honor gift. Also, check out the "... [MORE]


Lark Cake Shop – Inspired Weddings

September 25th. 2007 by Abby Larson | 17 comments

Can one color, one photo, one cake... inspire an entire affair? When I saw this cake designed by Lark Cake Shop, I was totally convinced. I am in love with this cake. One part whimsy, one part beauty. Although it isn't a traditional wedding cake, it seems sophisticated and elegant enough to hold its own at a any wedding. So for me, the answer is yes. A color, a photo, a cake....all can inspire your entire affair. Here is my... [MORE]


Inpsiration Board: A Backyard Bash

September 24th. 2007 by Abby Larson | 8 comments

This inspiration board was designed by one of our readers, Sherri, for her little sister Annie...appropriately titled "Annie's Delightfully Charming Backyard Bash." Color theme: Grass Green and Sunshine Yellow / Invitation: Hanalei by Kenzie Kate / Centerpieces: Featuring several small vases, each with a lush bunch of a single type of flower. The frame would include a photo of Annie's beloved pug and the table number. (by Nancy Liu... [MORE]


Wedding Invitations by Lily Darby

September 21st. 2007 by Abby Larson | 12 comments

The girls over at Lily Darby emailed me this morning to let me know about their newest line of invitations...when I saw their work, I went nuts over it! So incredibly chic. Innovative. Completely unique. I love when up and coming, small businesses start making waves and setting new standards for design and Lily Darby is doing just that. How great are these invitations... This suite was designed for a couple being married in a... [MORE]


Event Design by Hatch Creative

September 20th. 2007 by Abby Larson | 6 comments

I love this event done by Hatch Creative Studio in NY. The soft greens, the tea lights in mason jars, the creamy white flowers and the miniature magnifying glasses...every detail is so pretty and delicate. This is the perfect look for a Sunday wedding or a really intimate family affair. Although I don't know Hatch's specific resources for the items featured above, I did find my own interpretation of the pieces...[MORE]


Wedding Dress Donation

September 20th. 2007 by Abby Larson | 6 comments

Before we begin today's post, I wanted to let everyone know about the wedding dress donation event that Brides Magazine and Good Morning America are teaming up for. Here is the press release from the editors... "Calling all former brides! On October 4th, you can appear live on Good Morning America AND help support Breast Cancer Awareness. BRIDES magazine is teaming up with Good Morning America to kick-off a national Breast cancer fund-raising campaign that features donated wedding... [MORE]


Martha Stewart Weddings

September 19th. 2007 by Abby Larson | 34 comments

Yesterday could have possibly been the greatest day that I have ever had. Well okay, my wedding was the greatest day. Yesterday was a pretty close second. Style Me Pretty, along with four other wonderful blogs, was featured by Martha Stewart on her morning show. Yep, it's true. She opened the show with a little segment on blogs, then mentioned a few of us in the audience... [MORE]


Wedding Photography by Elizabeth Messina

September 18th. 2007 by Abby Larson | 14 comments

ng PhotoThe lovely and oh-so-talented photographer, Elizabeth Messina, has been gracious enough to share a few more of her favorite weddings with me. I absolutely love this one...such sweet sophistication with a natural elegance and style. A look that I know so many of you are after... I have fallen madly in love with the fluffy pink peonies paired with that gorgeous lace dress. The colors and textures make the... [MORE]


September 17th. 2007 by Abby Larson | Comments Off

Style Me Pretty has been such a labor of love. What started out as a fun and flirty blog has blossomed into a full-fledged website, approaching weddings from the unique perspective of a style obsessed bride. Along the way, we hope that it will inspire you and excite you, and of course, keep you coming back for more. Inspiration Boards Our most popular days are those when the readers get to express their ingenuity by creating a wedding inspiration board of their own. Here... [MORE]


Wedding Jewelry by Abaloria

September 17th. 2007 by Abby Larson | 4 comments

How gorgeous are these pieces from Abaloria, an oh-so-chic designer out of Seattle... You can shop online and choose from a gorgeous selection of handmade pieces, or if you are lucky enough to live in the Seattle area, you can pop into her studio for a visit and create your own custom piece. Her prices are insanely reasonable (from $50 for a pair of earrings) for something that... [MORE]


Day Off Calling…

September 14th. 2007 by Abby Larson | 7 comments

I am heading to Dallas for a couple of days to shower my BFF, whose getting married in November, with wedding attention so I won't be doing a new post today. But, since I didn't want to leave you empty handed, I thought that I would post this adorable inspiration board that I received from one of our readers, Martha. From Martha... This one I call "Wedding Swirls". I came across this photo of a spiral lawn and thought what a fun idea to use for a wedding. I took the... [MORE]


Color Palette of Reds…

September 13th. 2007 by Abby Larson | 15 comments

When I was a kid, red was my very favorite color. I think someone once told me that if your favorite color was red, you were a naturally fiery person. And, I really wanted to be a fiery person. My favorite color, now, is pink. I wonder what that says about me. Anyway, today I am loving this fiery, red color palette...it seems festive and alive to me. Like a really fun party... And speaking of red, a few weeks ago, I was a bridesmaid in my dear friend, Anne's... [MORE]


Dear Abby…

September 12th. 2007 by Abby Larson | 15 comments

Today is Q & A day...I have received a ton of emails over the last few weeks with some really great questions that every couple seems to face. Here are a few that I thought we could tackle together. I would love to hear your thoughts and comments, then I will post my own answers later in the day. There is no right or wrong way to approach the answers...it is just great to hear from our huge variety of readers. Question 1: I'm having a tough time coming up with a color palette... [MORE]


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