Believe it or not, this gorgeous wedding sent into us by Lora Rodgers Photography was all done for under $7,000!! And that includes all the vendors too! Can you believe it? This intimate wedding reception for just 26 guests took place at the couple’s favorite restaurant and from the looks of these beautiful images, I’d say it was quite the elegant celebration.

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If ever there was a wedding to completely liven up your work week, this stunning Manhattan affair captured by the ah.mazing Justin & Mary is IT.  Yes, from the breathtaking venue to the sweet, sweet couple to the fabulous vintage meets organic vibe, every last ounce of this darling Chelsea Piers fete is almost too wonderful to comprehend.  And don’t even get me...

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This South Carolina bride has given us quite the holiday gift. She, along with Allison Reisz Photography, has given us the gift of a gorgeous, preppy, beach wedding to feast our eyes on all afternoon. The wedding is a fantastic fête with J.Crew fashion, navy and coral deets, and a gorgeous couple tying the knot on a beach. When you’re ready...

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New Year’s Eve is right around the corner and we wish we could be invited to a party as adorably chic as this bachelorette night.  We love the idea of getting your favorite girls together for a sparkly soiree decked out with glitter, sweets and champagne to celebrate a bestie bride-to-be and the new year all at once.  A hip and modern hotel like The Pearl (where I actually had my bachelorette party!) is the perfect backdrop for a swanky night filled with flirty fun and all the little...

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After spending hours (or maybe days… who am I kidding) with this gorgeous New Jersey wedding, I can honestly say, I never would have thought it was Hurricane Irene who crashed this Pleasantdale Chateau party. The images from Susan Stripling Photography show nothing but a beautiful bride, a handsome groom, and a gorgeous, love-filled wedding. A true testament to...

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I know this isn’t the first al fresco affair to grace our pages and it definitely won’t be the last but my oh my does it have our undivided attention.  From the beautiful blooms crafted by Pats Floral Design to all of the lovely garden-esque details by The Event Company and right on through to a few of the most adorable flower girls we’ve ever come...

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Even though some of us are still enjoying some left over chestnuts roasting on an open fire – we say there is never a bad time to get lost in a gorgeous, warm, California wedding. A time such as that (bad) just doesn’t exist when Mark Padgett Event Design is at the helm. Mark Padgett planned and designed this rustic affair which...

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We hope you had a magical holiday weekend!  We are going to keep the magic going with this whimsical photo shoot by the talented folks of Amorology.  I couldn’t think of a sweeter sentiment for a wedding than “Love makes the world go round.”  This creative group of vendors brought that theme to life with carousel-inspired decor and a fun, interactive maypole.  The colors are cheerful and sweet, the flowers just...

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After a weekend of all that is holly and jolly, getting back to the work week can be a little daunting. Thankfully we are serving up some beauties in wedding form today to help get you through your post-holiday haze. And what could be better than a beach chic soiree styled by Scout & Charm? A mix of vintage with a splash of elegance and a whole lot of style – this little ditty is sure to keep the festivities going!

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Christmas is over, but that doesn’t mean the pretty party has ended. We still have so much to celebrate here at SMP Illinois…like this gorgeous (believe it or not) budget friendly wedding photographed by Megan Thiele Studios and designed perfectly by Eleanor Kahn. We’re totally in love with the bride’s beyond gorgeous dress, the sweet vintage-eclectic feel of...

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Feast your eyes upon this little gem – soft, vintage infused nuptials set against the backdrop of an old school house. Insanely romantic, right? Kailey Michelle Events hand-crafted a “High Tea” inspired affair that brought together the best of shabby-chic details mixed with modern wedding necessities (candy bar anyone?) for an all you can swoon over wedding extravaganza. And we can’t go without mentioning ...

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We hope you had a wonderful holiday weekend full of merriment and cheer.  Speaking of merriment and cheer, this wedding by Addison Studios, with its vintage vibe and charming details, is filling our hearts with glee.  A lot of love and spirit was put into this wedding from collecting each fabulous vintage piece to creating the pearl, button and brooch table numbers.  ...

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Tis the season for giving, and White Ribbon Boutique Events is giving us the prettiest of presents this morning by way of this gorgeous Greece gala. Not only is Greece just the loveliest backdrop, but this couple is just down right darling. You’ll want to spend sometime unwrapping the full gallery of images, because this pretty wedding is a gift that...

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There’s just something so romantic about a winter wedding. Maybe it’s the lush textures, the snow on the ground, and the chill in the air that gets us all warm and fuzzy inside. But whatever it is, there’s no denying that this pretty wedding by Melissa Schollaert Photography has it all. We’re loving all the fun textures in the tablescapes and the perfect winter palette of blue, white and purple.

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This past September we shared their cheerful and chic Cambridge nuptials but we thought this would be the perfect time of year to check out the winter engagement shot by Suzanna March Photography.  This classy couple brought their great vintage sense of style...

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