When masterminds get together to create a modern inspired shoot, it looks a little something like this spread of gorgeousness. The masterminds would be Jasmine Star on the camera helm and In The Now Weddings & Events on the design, florals and invitation front. And their spread of inspiring goodness would be vibrant hues, a completely awesome spin on the table... [MORE]
It isn't very often that we stumble across such a fabulous wedding that we clear out an entire day for gushing but Ryan Ray isn't your ordinary photographer. Oh on the contrary, he's actually insanely talented and has sent a San Luis Obispo wedding our way that is going to dazzle your brains. But before we get to the goodies, we thought it would be super fun to delve a bit into the inspiration behind this whimsical affair. Most of... [MORE]
When Dessy asked SMP to curate a totally unique color palette for their Twist Dress based on the weddings that we've known and loved over the years, well. We blushed. We knew the dress was adorable, we knew the weddings that we've featured were gorg. So for someone to want to marry the two together into one gorgeous collection of Style Me Pretty hues seemed like the best... [MORE]
I'm just going to say it. Summer Watkins, over at Grey Likes Weddings, is a gift wrapping genius. She's a lot of things genius, but gift wrap in particular. She knocked our Christmas paper loving socks off last year with her series on fabric adorned packing and she's come out of the gate swinging again this year. But she's... [MORE]
Go ahead, its ok to admit…one of the first thoughts spinning around in your pretty little head once that glamorous sparkler was slipped onto your finger (after the “I Do” and the tears of course!) was, “Now I get to pick out my wedding china!” Probably swiftly followed by, “How will I choose?” Thankfully you don’t have to sweat this one as Noritake has been bringing beauty and quality to dining tables around the world... [MORE]
Red Fly Studio completely made our afternoon with one stunning image after another from today's Florida wedding. And now that we have reveled in all the GORGEOUS, we thought it might be fun to put together some details perfect for infusing a dash of whimsical charm to your upcoming fete. And this one is allllll about the... [MORE]
It's been awhile since we've delved into a buying guide but fear not. We're back and ready to party with today's gorgeous display of Santa Barbara nuptials photographed by Michael and Anna Costa with the yummiest of florals by Modern Day Design. [MORE]
Well SMP Illinois - you did not disappoint when it came to inspiring us with your beautiful boards! I must say, it is so incredibly fun to go through and see what makes you all tick! Just because we have a winner today, doesn't mean you have to stop building and inspiring though - oh no! Keep on building and tagging your boards Inspire Me Pretty Illinois, and your board will be in the running for next time! OK, enough of the chatter - you want to know who the winner is! Well a big, hearty SMP... [MORE]
I am super amped for today's post. We are going to get the inside scoop on wedding planning from two totally amazing planners, Nick and Aleah Valley of Valley & Co. Plus this is just the first of many visits from the two experts! They'll be gracing our blog on a monthly basis to answer your wedding questions. We'll kick it off with a little introduction from the duo plus their top nine planning tips of all time. These aren't the... [MORE]
The other local blog lovers in New York, Australia and Georgia have had their chance at inspiring us pretty with their board building skills, and now it's your turn Illinois! We are... [MORE]
Folks, I just want to stare at your boards all the live long day! Let's keep this board building party going - keep tagging your boards Inspire Me Pretty Georgia, and your board will still be in the running for the next Inspire Me Pretty contest. Y'all created sooo many pretties they all need to stay in contention! But for this go round - we do have a winner...drum roll please...Congratulations Jennifer! [MORE]
On your Wedding Day, putting your best face forward is usually on the bride-to-be wish list but unfortunately a makeup artist isn't always in the budget. Well today, Sonia Roselli, makeup artist extraordinaire, is sharing her tricks of the trade. This look is dubbed "Beauty in Bloom" and would be oh so perfect for a garden soiree or outdoor wedding. So get your DIY caps on ladies and take notes. A fresh, gorgeous face is right at your fingertips. [MORE]
Growing up in rural Massachusetts, summers always meant playing out in the backyard, swimming in the local watering hole, berry picking and coming home to feast on some fresh New England grub. I loved the al fresco dinner parties that my parents would throw surrounded by fireflies and candelight. This beautiful Inspiration to Reality photo shoot by ... [MORE]
So often, we find fabulous little details that look like they had to have been fairly simple to create, but we haven't the slightest idea where to start. When it comes to cakes, I won't even attempt to pretend that I can do a tenth as well as the professionals - they are just that, after all - professional. And when it comes to floral design? Well let's just say I have a black thumb. But when Andrea from Fleurishes promised an easy... [MORE]
For those of you in the States, we are on countdown mode. T minus one hour until the holiday weekend begins. I don't know about you, but I can.not.wait for all the festivities. While we wait for the clock to strike five, why don't we get to business and announce the lovely winner of this week's Inspire Me Pretty inspiration board contest? I think that is a swell idea. So, virtual drum roll please.....the winner is...wait for it...wait for it...Erin of... [MORE]