It's time to break out the bubbly babes! Sure, it's only Monday, but we're raising our glass to one of our very own Little Black Book Members—Lauren of LOLA Event Productions—who happens to be our beautiful Bride today. Not only do we get to experience her celebration at Chicago Illuminating Company through the lens of...
"Plum Pretty Sugar"
This beauty right here, she is one of my very favorite people (and quite unbelievably, we've never officially met in person). Jacquelyn and I began working at Style Me Pretty just months apart. In the six years since, she's had in me in awe in more ways that I can count—from her incredible editorial contribution in launching...
There are few things I will never tire of when it comes to weddings... mis-matched bridesmaids (trend turned timeless), a classic long-sleeved dress and a venue with builtin backdrops like this one. There's SO much more to love about this day planned by Dear Sweetheart Events, including the sweet way...
As a wedding planner, my approach to being 'The Bride' was less formal than most. My fiancé and I knew that we wanted a venue that was intimate, romantic and exclusive. We had designed so many wonderful events in San Diego over the past five years, we thought a destination wedding would be refreshing! In order to blend both of our styles, we decided "Modern Romance" was fitting for our design aesthetic. ~ from...
This is one of those posts that I wanted to go on forever. I wanted to use every.single.one of Ether & Smith's photos because...
Things we love: high school sweethearts, vintage cars, southern traditions, and couples whose love for each other and for their families is the most memorable part of their special day. Check, check, check, and a big ol’ check — this sweet day planned by Stephanie Shaul Events has it all. So if you need us, we’ll be right here looking at all the pretty captured by...
When the gals get ready in the cutest Plum Pretty Sugar pajama sets and then emerge looking lovely in Jenny Yoo Collection gowns, and the bride dons a form-fitting lace Francesca Miranda number so perfect it could have been a bespoke creation, you know the wedding...
With dreams of a beach wedding in mind, this Bride decided to turn those dreams into reality and planned this ethereal blue and grey drenched seaside celebration in sunny Mexico. Blue Rose Photography captured every gorgeous wave, every sweet kiss between...
Where do I even begin with these two – everything about them makes me smile. From their impeccable wedding-day style to their ceremony beneath the tree wrapped in blooms by Big Day Event Design + Styling to the...
You know that feeling everyone talks about when they've found THE dress? This bride had it when she came upon the oak tree at Bedell Cellars in Long Island's North Fork. Standing there, she knew it was where she would say "I do" to the love of her life, and the picturesque spot set the tone for the entire day.
It always brings a tear to my eye when I read about how a couple honors a departed loved one at their ceremony, and this wedding had me pulling out the jumbo tissue box. In honor of the bride's late father, the bridal party passed out white balloons during the ceremony, which were released to the tune of "Somewhere Over the Rainbow". As you can imagine, not a dry eye remained, and with the beautiful...
Classic weddings can do no wrong in my book but add in a military influence and these elegant affairs go from good to great instantly. Need photographic proof? Look no further than this black tie Texas wedding, captured by Stephanie Brazzle. The...
Dreaming of a destination wedding in Italy, Lindsay and Mike stumbled upon The Hummingbird Nest Ranch just outside of Los Angeles and never looked back. With its mature olive trees, cobblestone patio, gorgeous fountains, and Spanish architecture, Hummingbird Nest embodies that romantic, Mediterranean vibe. Finished off with glam arrangements by...
Earlier today we got a good look at the colorful engagement shoot for these two jet setters and now it's time to soak up their elegant Southern ceremony, one beautiful bloom and travel-inspired detail at a time.
When storms raged and made this couple's Big Sur wedding literally impossible, they relied on each other to persevere and plan a new wedding in just weeks. And with incredible vendors like Hive Events, The Bloemist, and Field to Table, rallying around...
It doesn't matter that I see hundreds of weddings a week, I will never stop getting butterflies in my tummy when peeking at a beautiful and thought-filled celebration like this California wedding in the Vine Hill House vineyard and orchard, captured by...
Strands of sparkling crystals, chandeliers, twinkle lights, taper candles, silk drapes, and pretty florals by Belle of the Ball Designs in a lush, green garden. Sounds likes a fairytale, right? That is the setting of this enchanting wedding ceremony, planned by...
Dan and Bridget often joke that they fell in love on the way to Cape May so there couldn't have been a place more fitting to host their special day. Inspired by the idea of "Fall by the Sea" they incorporated a palette of rich seasonal hues alongside misty ocean blues for a juxtaposition that worked to perfection. Rachel Pearlman told the story through her lens and it's a celebration (and a love story)...
Although this Bride had envisioned a garden wedding with overflowing greenery, her winter nuptials in the Windy City meant it was going to be cold. Very cold. With a little creative planning and the help of Avant Gardenia, she pulled off a classic indoor affair that still felt garden-inspired, with the Bridesmaids in floral ...