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New York Wedding From The Paul Rich Studio ~ Blue Hill at Stone Barns
July 3rd. 2009 by Eddye | 0 commentsHolly Andres and Paul Rich sent us today’s featured wedding from Blue Hill at Stone Barns, NY and we just have to show you the fine images of the food first!
Here’s Janet and Ethan’s menu …
Greenhouse Greens and Herbs ~ With this morning’s farm egg
Asparagus Soup ~ American sturgeon caviar, mushrooms
Alaskan Halibut ~ Pistou of spring vegetables
Loin of Lamb ~ Quinoa, cracked wheat, spring parsnips
Is this not incredible??
On his blog, Paul said that he was walking around the exterior of the buildings to catch some evening shots of the property when he came across one of the chefs kneeling in the garden. Paul asked him what he was doing. The chef replied that he was “working on the asparagus soup going on for the wedding meal inside!”
This is such a gorgeous site for a wedding! Gourmet … Green … Simple charm …
Congratulations Janet and Ethan!
Paul Rich and Holly Andres are a husband and wife team based in Portland, Oregon. They work with their brides and grooms to capture the moments that are unique to each wedding. As you can see from the images above, they are story-tellers! Their personalities and talents award them with the highest praise from one and all!
For more images of Janet and Ethan’s beautiful wedding, please visit the Paul Rich Studio website and blog!
Black & White Wedding In Wine Country From Gia Canali Photography
July 2nd. 2009 by Eddye | 8 commentsLittle Black Book member, Gia Canali describes herself as a globe-trotting photographer and writer who, along with her husband and dog, calls Los Angeles her home. She is, in our opinion, one of the best … photographer and writer! Her blog is entitled, “Pursuing The Picture Perfect Wedding” and is a marvelous compilation of tips, tricks, advice and even a few warnings all geared to help couples face their all-important day (and the camera) with zeal and confidence.
One of her recent blog posts is from Sonya and Kevin’s wedding, “Black and White Done Right”. We’re delighted to show you some of her beautiful images from their day …
Another fabulously talented Little Black Book member, Rebecca Feeney of Custom Event Group, designed and orchestrated Sonya & Kevin’s wedding. The color palette was black and white with apple green entertwined into every element. The result was a feeling of graceful, natural elegance.
Gia has provided all the lovely details on her blog and has many more photos that elaborate upon the day. There is also a ’steal these ideas’ section at the bottom of the post.
While you’re there, be sure to take a look at some of her other fantastic weddings! Her photography is pure genious!!
Congratulations Sonya & Kevin from all of us at Style Me Pretty!!
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Credits ~ Custom Event Group, Event Designer, Michael Holmes Design, Florals; Elaine Bell, Catering; Milkfed Press, Save The Dates; Rivini, Gown;
Wedding Details From Today’s Featured Connecticut Wedding (III) ~ Justin & Mary Photography
June 30th. 2009 by Eddye | 18 commentsWe promised you the details from Suzanne and Justin’s wedding (hours ago) … but believe us when we say, this is SO worth the wait! We’re not even going to ooh or ahh … just yet … (but it’s really hard not to say, “OMG, isn’t this the cutest idea ever ?!”)
Honestly, I don’t even know where to start!
The precious pillow toss? The ice-cream bar? Cupcakes galore? Cute-cute-cute escort & table cards? The dichotomy of grand floral displays vs. sweet, simple blooms? The mantle filled to overflowing with floating candles? (dot, dot, dot)
Suzanne and Justin … this all started with a TIE ???
What’s another word for PERFECT ?
Thank you … to everyone involved in bringing Suzanne and Justin’s wedding to fruition. You all did an amazing job! And we are so proud to feature it on Style Me Pretty. Any and all who contributed to their day, please let us know below!
For all of the delicious details (and so much more), Justin and Mary Marantz have posted this fabulous wedding on their site. These guys stand for all that is good, all that is beautiful … all rolled up into one awesome package.
Oh! Wait! We can’t leave out Julia! Julia is now their 2nd shooter ( or 3rd?). Her wedding was featured HERE (so detail-oriented it’s 6 parts) … and her all-time favorite vintage-themed engagement shoot HERE! Ha! Love it! Love you guys!!
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Branford House Mansion ~ University of Connecticut, Groton CT
Felicia’s Sweetface Pastry Shoppe
June Wedding In Connecticut From Justin & Mary Marantz, II
June 30th. 2009 by Eddye | 11 commentsMost of the time when we see a new wedding up on Justin & Mary’s site, we want it! That’s mostly because their ability to tell the story of the day through their images is so incredible … but also because their weddings are just so SMP-style weddings. Pretty much 100% of the time! Take, for example, today’s wedding … how much better than this does it get?
Just in case you missed the first post {here}, Suzanne and Justin were married this month at the Branford House in Groton, CT.
Mary described them as “two people who shine from the inside out” …
Suzanne’s mom walked her to the beginning of the aisle, where Justin met her.
Her beautiful bouquet was by A Floral Affair.
Seriously. I’m right, aren’t I? It doesn’t get any better.
To answer just a couple of the questions we know you’ll ask … Suzanne’s beautiful gown is from Nicole Miller. Her necklace is her something borrowed (from a friend) and something blue, by Ralph Lauren.
Next up, the details of the day … from Justin & Mary Marantz!
Wedding Colors: Inspired By The Groom’s Tie
June 30th. 2009 by Eddye | 14 commentsJustin and Suzanne were married at the Branford House on a picture-perfect Connecticut spring day!
Two of our favorite LBB members, Justin and Mary Marantz were there to capture all the beauty of the day …
But before we get to all of the lovely pieces of this day … we want to show you the inspiration behind their whole “vision”.
Every great wedding has to have a great starting point … right? Well, for Suzanne and Justin, it was his tie!
Gorgeousness!!!
Back with lots more from the awesome Marantz’ in a bit ~
