From Inspiration to Reality: The Design
There is no better way to welcome in Spring than with this insanely gorgeous From Inspiration to Reality shoot crafted by some of my all time favorite vendors including the fabulous Beth Helmstetter, florals by the oh-so-talented Holly Flora, photography by Steve Steinhardt and paper goods by the lovely Laura Hooper. Inspired by THIS inspiration board, there are so many steal-worthy details tucked inside. So, rather than blab on, I’ll just let Steve’s gorgeous images speak for themselves…
From Beth Helmstetter…I’m a true believer in approachable and effortless style. Because of this, not only do my client’s inspire the weddings I design, but the venue, season and readily available resources are always a significant part of the how and why of the events I style. This shoot was inspired by gorgeous inspiration board as well as the rustic, mountainview farmhouse that was all a twitter with fresh spring flowers, blooming trees and overall casual yet unavoidably spiritual feel. The venue along with found objects and the personal collections of both myself and that of Holly, the talented florist behind the shoot, were also major inspirations. From the lightweight sundress that had been hanging in my closet for months waiting to be exposed to lots of sunshine and the new grass of spring to the vintage refrigerator that we used as the backdrop for our dessert display, I’ve always found that pulling together a variety of items you are truly in love with, whether new or old, is always the best way to inspire yourself for your wedding or even a springtime photoshoot. All of this combined with the rustic but fresh and sweet “Gold in the Air of Summer” inspiration board definitely encouraged the entire team’s creativity.
So much more to come!
Designer: Beth Helmstetter / Florals, Rentals & Venue: Holly Flora / Photographer: Steve Steinhardt / Stationery: Laura Hooper / Custom Linens / Homemade Desserts / Wedding Dress: Monique Lhullier / Shoes, accessories and men’s attire: J. Crew / Bridesmaid’s dress: Vintage / Hair & Makeup Stylists: Fiore Beauty / Bridesmaid Model: Nina Fehren with Wilhelmina Models
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Those invites are to die for ... Laura Hooper blows my mind!! What a lovely photo shoot .... the best from the best :)
~xoxo
Heather Sharpe
StyleUnveiled.com
This is gorgeous!! I see that Laura used my invitation wording for these mock invites and it looks sooo pretty. If I were having an outdoor wedding, I would love for it to look this this!
Tulips are also a great idea for bouquets. Although roses could be fairly said as the best bet, and the most safe choice to give to anyone in any occasion, and use in any type of wedding. All stuff here just elicits the most pleasurable feelings. Love it.
Love the colours, love the tablecloths, love the dresses, love the dog. Love it all!
GORGEOUS! I'm loving these images!!!!!!
Oh, my goodness, this is just beautiful!!
Omg the gorgeousness of these photos are all too much for me! LOVE!!!
http://thebillow.blogspot.com
Beautiful photo-shoot - adore the pastelly colors. One question - what is that gorgeous pink flower that shows up in several of the photos? We're thinking peony, but not sure!
so pretty and feminine!
So pretty
I love how it all came together! It is all so beautiful and feminine! And I LOVE the green used on the invitations.
-Jaimi
these are my favorite florals hands down that I've seen all year while planning my wedding :)
My favorite: the photo of the bouquet in the hands of the bride - dazzingly beautiful color palette!
Wow...simply beautiful! What an amazing spread. I loooove the invitations and am going to go in search of that bridesmaid's dress now!