Good morning SMP-ers! Today’s first wedding is quite possibly going to sky rocket to the most beloved SMP wedding of all time and we couldn’t be more excited to get things started. It’s a 2-parter so you might want to grab a cup of coffee and get nice and comfy for a morning of total Bahamian gorgeousness. So. We always love the work that Kristin Vining sends our way. Her photography generally leaves us totally inspired, totally in love, totally wedding crazy. But with this particular affair, held at the One & Only Club in the Bahamas, we have definitely hit the Kristin Vining motherload. Add to that a design that won’t quit by Weddings and the City, and well…beyond. Click here if you simply can’t wait to see part II!
Click here if you can’t wait for Part II!
I think the true testament of an incredible wedding is the feeling you get when you look back on the little moments throughout the day – the smiles that greeted you, the shared wishes, the joy of taking that first step down the aisle and that last second at the end of the night when you say goodbye to those you love and you realize that you wouldn’t change a thing. I still get butterflies remembering those moments and every time I think about it, I want to jump back in each memory. To me, it will always be perfect because it was truly a reflection of who we are.
Our first and easiest decision was our location — it is impossible not to fall head over heels in love with the gardens of the One & Only Ocean Club. Layer after layer, it feels like escaping into a whole new world. And once you reach the top of the gardens, the beautiful ruins of the Cloisters literally take your breath away. I had a chance to visit this enchanting place several times over the years and always tucked it away as my dream destination for a wedding. I shared this dream with my husband, Justin, and even though my parents weren’t thrilled about the idea of a destination wedding, my entire family fell for the charms of this incredible resort.
My dress was by Monique Lhuillier and I still get giddy thinking about it. Regardless of what kind of dress you wear, you want to feel incredible on your special day and I will never forget the moment of slipping on that dress, it felt timeless and classic. It is a moment I wish I could bottle. I wore Christian Louboutin shoes in midnight as my “something blue.” My something borrowed was a Judith Leiber clutch that belongs to my good friend Emmy Rossum and my something new was a pair of beautiful earrings from my new husband. I also carried my great grandmother’s handkerchief to represent something old. There were a few teary moments in the wedding and every time I looked down, I felt her there.
Our colors were midnight blue and fuchsia and we used gold as an accent color. Tied together it was the romance and whimsy that we aimed to capture. The bridesmaids wore midnight blue Lela Rose dresses in various styles and the groomsmen wore navy suits and ties by Brooks Brothers. I gave the bridesmaids their shoes as a gift (irresistible!) and the beautiful gold ball bracelets by J Crew. Henri Bendel is also one of my favorite retail escapes (second to Target!) and we had beach bags, luggage tags and travel accessories in HB.
SOOOO much more to come!
Wedding Coordinator: Weddings in the Bahamas / Photographer: Kristin Vining / Wedding Design Team: Weddings and the City / Florist: Wildflowers / Location: One & Only Ocean Club in Paradise Island, Bahamas / Invitations and Programs: Alyssa Reeves, Paradise Design Company / Wedding Dress: Monique Lhuillier / Clutch: Judith Leiber / Bridesmaids Dresses: Lela Rose / Groomsmen Suits: Brooks Brothers
is Emmy Rossum one of the bridesmaids?
Where are your bridesmaids shoes from? They are adorable!
Where is that ring from??? GORG!!!!!!!
Wow!! Utterly fabulous! I've been looking at alot of wedding on here lately, trying to plan mine, and this one is gorgeous, glamourous!
@Amanda - good call, the one does look like her alot, doesnt she??
this wedding is gorgeous, LOVE the bridesmaids dresses and fun shoes!
We absolutely love the Bahamas. It is such a wonderful, happy place for a wedding.
I am in love with the bridesmaid dresses - I want one for myself. :)
This wedding is absolutely gorgeous! I love the navy and pink color combination!
Agreed, if that's not Emmy Rossum...she's quite the look-alike! LOVE the bride's shoes!
I believe that is Emmy...the bride references her as the owner of that fabulous clutch:) Also, the bridesmaids dresses are Lela Rose. Not sure about the ring, but will check! xoxo
Hi girls!! Yes, that is Emmy - she is good friend of Dustee's. Not sure about the ring either - but Dustee will be on a bit later to answer questions.
Thank YOU, Abby! We are so in love with SMP and the beautiful work you have put together. xoxo
navy blue bridesmaids' dresses are just gorgeous! could wear that dress again and again!
The bride's dress is stunning - as is the bride :)
I loved everything about this wedding! The colors were perfect, the dresses gorgeous and the flowers stunning!! Great job!!
Such a yummy wedding!! Who designs those bridesmaid shoes?! MUST HAVE THEM!!
I knew it was Emmy!!!
I completely love the colors the bride picked for her wedding and the masks. Awesome, complete beautiful! Great destination too... it looks very ancient ruins-ie and glam!
*yay for retail stores hahah*
A fabulous wedding, if there ever was one!
absolutely stunning and so very stylish.
I LOVE the pink and navy combo.Navy is such a great color to pair with a vibrant color. I recently created a navy and chartreuse inspiration board with a preppy feel to it: http://idoloveit.com/2010/11/15/prep-it-up-with-navy-chartreuse/
Where are the bridesmaids' bracelets from? They are beautiful as is everything in the wedding :)
Wow! It is incredible to see all of the nice comments. During the planning process, I knew that I could log onto SMP with an absolute guarantee that I would be inspired (and floored in some cases) by all the eye candy and I am thrilled to be able to share that feeling with Style Me Pretty fans. Kristin answered most of your questions but just in case -- the BM dresses are by the fabulous Lela Rose (from Texas!). Emmy Rossum is a dear friend and was a bridesmaid. Her style expertise was the inspiration for my look on the big day. The bridesmaid's shoes are by Michael and available for a steal. I bought a pair as well and pull them out when I need a little pink in my life. The bracelets are by J Crew. And the ring was designed by husband who worked with a local jeweler in Dallas named Glenn Gotlich (thanks to my fabulous friend Julia for that referral).
Your wedding is so beautiful!!! Everything was stunning..
I was wondering what is the designer of the bolero/capelet you are wearing with your wedding dress?
Maria - thanks for the nice compliment! It was everything we hoped it would be.
The lace cap sleeve jacket is also by Monique Lhuillier. However, I came across several great options by a number of different designers when I was looking. I wore it for the ceremony only (it was warm in the Bahamas that evening) but it would be a great touch to any gown for the entire evening. Good luck!
Hey ok so i have went through the Monique Lhuillier dresses and cannot find yours is there a style number...Thanks so much...
OMG, as I was scrolling, I totally thought to myself, "That bridesmaid looks like Emmy Rossum". Lo and behold it is. GORGEOUS wedding. Love the attire - esp. the bride's gown and bridesmaid's dresses. What loveliness!
I was wondering who she used for the officiant? I'm getting married at the Atlantis and all other recommendations have been booked! Thanks!
Can someone please tell me the nail color the bride is wearing!!! It is the perfect pink!
Hi-- I love the pink shoes. I see you said they were by Michael, but I cannot find them online. Is there a particular website I can go to find them?
this is absolutely gorgeous! These are the colors of my wedding coming up in march and I can only hope it will be just as beautiful as this one! I've been looking everywhere for pink shoes and LOVE the ones the bridesmaids wore. Is there any way you could tell me the brand?!
please tell me where u got he ties from and which designer made the shoes? i really want this, this wedding is my inspiration!!!!
I see you said the pink heels were by Michael, but I cannot find them anywhere. Could you tell me where you purchased them or how I can find them to purchase. I have a friend who is getting married in September and is looking for something just like these for her wedding.
I am also looking for those amazing pink shoes. I cannot find the shoes by Michael which you said was the designer. Could you please post the website where you purchased them. I would love to have these for my September wedding!!!
I also love these shoes and cannot find them anywhere :( I am getting married this Spring and would love these for my shoes....if anyone found them please let me know where!
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