From Inspiration to Reality: The Design
We go bananas for the From Inspiration to Reality Features around here because for one they always bring insane amounts of gorgeous and two, they are handcrafted from some of the most talented vendors we know. A match made in Style Me Pretty heaven. What’s not to love? Put together by Kristen Sekowski of Yellow Canary Event Design along with JMM Photography and paper goods by Amo Ink, this shoot is one of the most adorable to date. It resides in a little spot where ice cream and glamour go hand in hand and the inspiration is a flowin.
{click here for the inspiration board that started it all}
The overall look and feel we were going for our Inspiration to Reality feature was one with a vintage feel with a modern look. From the table and floral design by yellow canary, to the location inspired stationery by Amo Ink we wanted to work with the color and boldness of the Mint Chocolate Chip Inspiration Board. Jacalyn, our photographer approached the shoot with her artistic eye gave an overall amazing vintage feel to the photos. The beautiful gowns and suit worn by our lovely models have an element of timelessness to them—while fashionable now, they will continue to be so for years to come. The location provided some historical and style inspiration as well to pull it all together in a fun and hopefully inspiring way.
From Yellow Canary – As a designer I am inspired by many things—color, texture, concept, and location. The Inspiration Board we decided on stood out to me for various reasons—first of all how can you not love a board called Mint Chocolate Chip?! The dreamy green color with the high contrast of the black and white really stood out. It was simple and striking—there were a lot of layers to it as well, soft and luscious with various shades of green, ribbon, fabric, dots, stripes, and lots of bows. The Red Hots, while not a huge part of the collage, added a bit of color interest too. To me it screamed summer fresh and was full of vintage-modern loveliness.
While talking about the colors and what we wanted to do with the board, I immediately thought of one of my all time favorite Cincinnati landmarks, Union Terminal (which is now the Cincinnati Museum Center). What thrilled me about doing the shoot here was the color—the green interior of the fountain and the green Rookwood tiles in the ice cream parlor—it seemed a perfect location.
Photography: Jacalyn Mains of JMM Photography /Event Design and Florals: Kristen Sekowski of Yellow Canary Event Design / Stationery and Paper Goods: Amy Owens of Amo Ink Custom Stationery / Dresses and Accessories: Carrie Karibo Boutique / Bridal Gown: Jenny Yoo / Bridesmaid Dress: Thread / Headpieces and Veil: Sara Gabriel / Earrings: Roberta Chiarella / Menswear: Skeffington’s Formal Wear / Venue: Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal / Linens and Rentals: All Occasions Event Rental / Hair and Makeup Styling: Vintage Salon and Spa Ft. Mitchell, Kentucky / Models: Ian and Carly, New View Management Group
Jenny Yoo and Sara Gabriel are members of our Look Book. For more information on how members are chosen, click here.
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Love the vintage feel and the soft yet fun color pallet.
Hey, hey!! It's my hometown!! GREAT to see the Cincinnati Museum Center featured here--that place is an architectural feast for the eyes! Awesome shoot :-)
I have never seen black pins in stephanotis before and I love it! Such a sweet way to add that little pop of black.
Love how the black and white just POPs. Keep seeing ribbons on bouquets, really liking how that is coming back around.
This is gorgeous
I have died and gone to heaven, this is GORG. Both dresses on both BOARDS I would but and wear just around my house, that is how pretty they are! The ideas are awesome too, thinking about this now for my birthday party.
LOVES! Great job ladies! Awesome ladies - AWESOME IDEAS!
I absolutely adore the black and white stripe. Can't get enough of it!
the black&white days of romance! lovely
LOVE that clock shot of the couple from behind...talent talent talent!!!
So gorgeous and so lovely to see my hometown and such an iconic architectural element of the city of Cincinnati featured!
What a gorgeous bride! I love the mint-chocolate chip theme..
Oh I so love this inspiration to reality photo shoot. This is perfect...I love stripes!
They rocked it all!! Hey, where can I get that black/white striped ribbon at? I need it for some bouquets of mine!
Thanks for all your kind comments! The ribbon is a French Stripe grosgrain and can be found at Jo-Ann Fabrics.
Lovely, lovely, lovely......amazing work...a feast for the eyes. Great work!
The original board was so unique and fun - you couldn't have found a more perfect location for this shot - from the Museum to the ice cream shop. Loved the black and white invitations, ribbon, and color scheme throughout - so crisp!
Loving part 1 and 2 of this shoot, what a fab idea, great ideas to make up a fantastic wedding, great work! xx