From Inspiration to Reality #2: The Design, II
I keep bragging about our new From Inspiration to Reality feature. I really can’t shut up about it. I think that the idea is so freaking cool and seeing that we work with some of the more incredible vendors out there, it seemed like a genius way of blurring the line between what they do and what our readers want. It’s a great way to bring our two loves together and celebrate a really inspiring design adventure.
And man-oh-man am I glad that the shoot captured by Agnes Lopez and team was one of our debut features. It’s so good, that it makes me feel really stinking proud of myself for coming up with the concept and really stinking proud of the vendors that I have the sheer pleasure of working with. It’s a total dream of a shoot and one that I KNOW will be used as wedding inspiration from now until forever!
Agnes wanted to bring a little bit of the Vintage Winter Inspiration to the shoot. Seeing that they love all things fashion and all things vintage, this particular inspiration board seemed like the perfect fit. Plus, they got to bring a little bit of snow to Florida which was just too good to pass up. Here’s what Liza Chung, the florist and designer, had to say…
We chose the board because we are drawn to all things luxury and fashionable. We adored the Vera Wang gown and authenticity of the styling with vintage frames. The florals spoke softly of winter and we love beautiful jewels and couture shoes. The board allowed for our own interpretation to expand to a realm of high style bridal fantasy.
The picture of the entire tablescape against the blue sky is enough to send me clear over the edge. It’s not exactly doable for a wedding, but when you look a little closer, you’ll see that there are so many incredible ideas tucked inside. Oh and if one perfect gown isn’t enough, the team added in another that is equally as gorgeous, equally as drool inducing. This one, by Caroline Herrera.
OK. So, what I really want you to get from these posts are real, solid ideas that you can infuse into your own wedding. SMP is about inspiration, about finding ideas tucked inside each and every photograph. So, here are a few ways to translate this gorgeous shoot into a wedding…
1. Place sweet treats like chocolate covered oreos on sticks, chocolate martinis and cinnamon dusted marshmallows to add to your hot chocolate all around your reception space. A hot chocolate bar is a classic way to add a bit of charm to your day.
2. Have large pieces of faux fur draped over display tables to add a warm and cozy style. Then, think in terms of layers. Tuck in antler details, through candle holders, picture frames or wall art. Bring in a collection of mismatched crystal candle holders (found at flea markets and antique stores), use mismatched rentals for your plates, layering in different patterns and textures, rent copper hued glasses or start collecting them from places like ebay.
3. Rather than using all flowers, add in a few standing crystal chandeliers on tables. Ask your florist about renting crystal candelabras or standing chandeliers.
4. Use a basic white linen, then layer in a piece of lace or a vintage table cloth. This will add texture and dimension to your look. Copper hued napkins will add the warmth.
5. Keep your flowers simple, subtle and sophisticated. Mix in berries for a bit of charm.
We have the amazing video of the shoot coming up next, so make sure to check back in just a bit and see how the day unfolded! PURE GORGEOUSNESS.
Here is a list of vendors who participated…
Photography by Agnes Lopez / Bridal Gowns by Bleu Belle Bridal, Savannah/ Bridesmaid Dresses by Bella Bridesmaid, Jacksonville / Set + Event Designer: Liza Chung / Cinematographer: CollabCreation Films / Make-up by Jackie Neal / Hair by Grazyna Mercado / Food Displays by Chef Michael Mcmillan of OPUS 39 Restaurant & Food Gallery St. Augustine / Cake by Jaycel Adkins, Etiquette of Chocolate / Invitation by Vera Wang with custom fur envelope by Liza Chung.
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This is amazing!
This is just magical. I've been craving a winter wedding. Curious...what did you use for the snow?
oh my gosh... this is lush wintry elegance to the extreme. i love the fur peeking out from beneath the gown. i love and hate these types of images, because they make we want to redo my own wedding!
This looks so fantastic. Love the look of winter weddings! Great ideas.
Absolutely gorgeous...and conjures up lotsa images for a great inspiration board. Great job.
simply amazing! it's a glamorous little winter wonderland
I have always wanted to do a tabletop photo shoot with the snow element!! Great details!!
Oh. My. Goodness. This just keeps getting more and more gorgeous...
Oh-my-god. That gown.
this wedding is lusciousness...faux fur, jimmy choo, vintage candlesticks :) favorited!
i mean photo shoot ha -
This is so Chronicles of Narnia!!! Oh I love it, what an amazing fantasy!
Wow, nothing is more beautiful than all that white on white!! My favorite!
Does anyone know the designer of the puffy veil worn by the second bride? I love it.
I LOVE this! So magical. I especially like the ideas about renting chandeliers and then about using berries with the flowers. I saw a bride mix snowberries in with her bouquet recently, and it looked great.
I love all these inspiration-to-reality challenges, but here's the thing... I'm a normal person on a normal budget. I don't have extra money to rent or buy copper chargers and furs and chandeliers, let alone a dress that costs nearly $10,000!
Maybe SMP could do an inspiration-to-reality on a budget? I think it'd be neat to see what you come up with and how money would be spend. Because--let's be serious--most people could come up with something this great with a six-figure budget, but most people also don't work on a six-figure budget. In fact, I would bet a lot of your readers are in the four- or low-five-figures.
Absolutely, Rachel! We'll make sure to infuse some budget features in these inspiration shoots. Just as an aside...a lot of this can be had on a budget. Maybe not the copper chargers or the goblets (although if you are having a medium to small wedding, you can find these things at flea markets and online for literally a dollar...we did this with champagne saucers for my own wedding that we then gifted to our guests. We had 200 people).
Most of these shoots are designed by people who literally do pulls from their own homes, their own collections. They buy fabric by the yard for linens and they use easy sew to make napkins. It definitely involves more patience and really getting your hands dirty, you really can do things like this on a budget.
Beautiful pics, beautiful dress, beautiful!
AHH i love this WAY too much. So beautiful, and great tips, too. Winter weddings just make me so happy =]
Abby, Genius concept for sure + Photo-shoot knockout!! I love seeing beautiful inspirations come to reality. xo and happy thanksgiving!
wow! it does remind me of Chronicles of Narnia - what a beautiful, beautiful shoot! the palette is a fresh take on a winter wedding theme and the Caroline Herrera gown is smashing!
Thanks so much everyone! I will try to answer all of your questions when I talk to the team.
I do know the puffy veil is by Vera Wang.
This wedding is classic and sophisticated.
Beautiful! I think my favorite element is the fur on the table -- so luxurious and unexpected for a wedding! The location is unreal (almost literally!), too!
Lovely vintage glam element (totally my style). Great job Mariah, Agnes Lopez, Lisa Chung and everyone else!
What is the substance that looks like sparkly snow? It's being thrown toward the bride in the video? That is a really beautiful effect.
Love the results of this project - I can see why you're so delighted with it - congratulations - and thanks for the inspiration!
I absolutely love that Canapé! Most of those details are really great, and work perfectly with the concept.
What an amazing shoot. I love the mixture of unexpected objects and the colors.
The snow was made out of a styrofoam material. I photographed a winter wedding a couple of years ago and for the exit they threw dried coconut to make it look like snow. I thought it was a great alternative for bubbles or sparkles and it smelled great!!
I am so lucky to know Liza Chung --she is absolutely amazing ---by far the best designer I have ever known ---
She and Agnes work beautifully together ---Liza makes everything magical and does it with such a caring heart !!
If you want the BEST of EVERYTHING ---- I recommend her HIGHLY !!!
thank you!! so many great little ideas to incorporate into my winter wedding!!
Love the song who sings this?
Love the gown! Great shots. Love the all white scheme.