Any wedding held at the Foundry in New York is a gorgeous wedding in our book. It’s one of those venues that marries the girly beauty of a pretty wedding with the industrial beauty of the space and the result is always a little bit of magic. So when you add a crazy beautiful red haired bride, a dream boat of a groom and a whole slew of terrariums, well…you have SMP gold. Photographed to utter perfection by Jen Huang Photography , we’re completely smitten with this next little number. Click here to see the whole shebang.

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From Jen Huang Photography…Allison & Chris wanted a modern and romantic wedding, that played off the feel of fall. Poppies & Posies executed their vision beautifully with gorgeous fall inspired terrariums mixed with mushrooms, succulents and moss. Their wedding was held at the Foundry in Long Island City NY, an industrial setting juxtaposed against green ivy growing on the walls, with a view of the Queensboro Bridge off Manhattan. Allison & Chris were laid back and wanted their wedding to reflect an intimate style and subtle beauty. The large string lights set the mood for a fun dance party separate from the tented reception. The whole night glowed brightly despite the rain drops!

From the Bride…It was important to us to find a space that was raw enough to make our own, yet also stand beautifully on its own. We found beautiful places with a locked wedding aesthetic, and loft spaces that gave us the freedom to create our own wedding, but the Foundry offered the best of both worlds. The space is meticulously preserved, the staff always accommodating our sudden desire to show up, and we loved the way the light came through the skylight and large glass doors at the rear.

After our initial choice in the space choosing our caterer, flowers, photographer and DJ came from heavy research from numerous blogs trying to perfect our aesthetic. Their work and their attitudes about the work they did, heavily influenced our decisions to choose them. We really wanted something that reflected the time of year without being a fall themed wedding. We identified with the aesthetic that we saw in all our vendors, and thought in the end it really reflected our own personal taste.

In the end we were so happy to have worked with all these wonderful people and everything went so perfectly. We really couldn’t have asked for a better day.

Wedding Photography: Jen Huang Photography / Venue: The Foundry / Floral Design: Poppies & Posies / Wedding Dress: Watters / Bride’s Shoes: Kate Spade / Music: Les Loups DJ / Wedding Cake: A Simple Cake / Catering: Sage Events / Film Work: Richard Photo

Doesn’t the Pacific Ocean make for the prettiest of wedding backdrops?!?  I swoon every.single.time I see a stunning seaside fête… and this gorgeous L’Auberge Del Mar affair captured by Vallentyne Photography has left me seriously smitten this lovely Thursday morning.  Set on a clifftop overlooking the adorable bride and groom’s favorite Del Mar beach, this breathtaking soiree is boasting sweet vintage touches and fabulous coastal charm.  And when you take one look at those ah.mazing florals by Isari Flower Studio, trust me, you’ll be just as obsessed as me.  Don’t miss a moment of pretty… Join me in the gallery for more! 

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From the Bride… Spending many summer evenings admiring the breathtaking sunset views from Seaside Park made choosing our wedding location one of the easiest decisions. It was only fitting to have the ceremony and cocktail hour at this park atop the cliffs of our favorite Del Mar beach. Having the reception at the gorgeous L’Auberge Del Mar only steps away from Seaside Park was another decision that fell right into place. L’Auberge Del Mar was the perfect location for us because it truly captures the classic, coastal style we wanted to portray in our wedding. The harmonious balance between traditional charm and contemporary elegance combines to exude the welcoming atmosphere we wanted to extend to our guests.

When it came time to make decisions regarding the design and experience, we wanted our wedding to reflect us and to be an exciting and memorable experience for our dearest family and friends. “Vintage seaside elegance” was the best coined phrase to describe our wedding style. As we are both drawn to eclectic styles that meld traditional and modern elements, we wanted this reflected in our details.

For my gown, I looked for a classic silhouette with a modern twist making it unique. From the moment my mom first spotted the gorgeous Ines DiSanto gown, I knew it was the dress I would marry my best friend in. My grandmother passed away last year and I wanted a special way to include her in our day. I had a piece of her wedding dress embroidered with her monogram and sewn into my dress as my “something blue.” Ryan wanted a more modern take on groom’s attire and selected a sleek, tailored cut black suit. The many movies and stories about “dreaded bridesmaid dresses” led me to giving my bridesmaids a part in the selection of their dresses. I chose an array of Lula Kate, Lela Rose, and J.Crew dresses and let the girls select which dress fit their personality and body type best. This also enhanced the vintage component of our style.

We wanted our reception to have a relaxed, yet elegant feel so we combined burlap runners with antique silver pieces handed down from my great grandmother. We filled them with soft pink garden roses and an array of other romantic and natural looking flowers, combined with driftwood and succulents. Our gorgeous light blue and white striped menus and table numbers combined with starfish escort cards nodded to our seaside location. The darling vintage candy bar was a fun addition that gave us an opportunity to put some personal touches, such as the burlap “Love Is Sweet” sign my mom and I made and the pictures mounted on ribbon on the wall behind.

Most importantly, our wedding was the greatest celebration of our love we could have ever dreamt of. Getting to celebrate the day you marry your true love and best friend with your closest loved ones is all you can hope for and we certainly achieved that on August 27th.

For future brides… Hire a wedding coordinator! If you find somebody that your personalities work well together and they see your vision, it will result in a stress-free wonderful planning experience and beautiful event. We were so lucky to have the opportunity to work with Alison Sansom. She was not only the most talented and organized wedding coordinator, but such a sweet person and dream to work with! We owe a great deal of gratitude to Alison, all of our wonderful vendors, incredible guests, and our parents for making our wedding celebration the most memorable day of our lives!!

Floral Design: Isari Flower Studio / Wedding Photography: David of Vallentyne Photography / Wedding Ceremony Location: Seagrove Park / Wedding Reception Location: L’Auberge Del Mar / Wedding Videography: Epic Affair / Ceremony Music: Angelica Strings / DJ: Positive Energy Productions / Wedding Coordinator: Alison Sansom of L’Auberge Del Mar / Wedding Cake: Sweet Cheeks Baking Company / Wedding Dress: Ines DiSanto / Hair: Erin Grever / Make up: Sheila Nellis + Tamara Lugliani / Bride’s Shoes: Jimmy Choo / Groom + Groomsmen Apparel: JoS. A. Bank / Bridesmaid Dresses: Lula Kate, Lela Rose + J.Crew

We all know I’m a huge sap when it comes to wedding films. They get me every time. And I know that I can’t be the only one. The SMP offices are filled with saps like me – and judging from your comments on films of the past, a lot of you have the same sentimental gene. So when we received this Atlanta wedding film from Artworks Wedding Cinema, it was obvious that we had to share the smile-inducing, heart warming film with all our favorite people. But first – a little preview of the gorgeous wedding from Lamar Gee Photography. Click here for more!

Are you ready for your smiles to grow tenfold? Here is the film from Artworks Wedding Cinema!

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Photography:  Lamar Gee Photography / Cinematography: Artworks Wedding Cinema / Flowers: Darryl Wiseman Flowers / Event Design and Planning: B. Moore Events / Ceremony and Reception Location: King Plow Arts Center / Invitations: Luxe Expressions / Catering: Bold American & Motherland Kitchen / Wedding Dress & Tuxedo Rentals: Bridals by Lori / Cake: Sugar Plum Visions / Transportation: At Your Service / Accommodations: Atlanta W Midtown

After poring through each and every image from this California wedding, I’ve realized two things: A) this Bride has crazy good style and it all started with that Preston & Olivia headpiece and B) Pinks and corals in a rustic setting are a match made in heaven. Not to mention that every single person at this fête looks like they are having the time of their lives. In my expert blogging opinion, these are all signs of a really great wedding. So sit back and take in all the peachy greatness as seen through the lens of First Comes Love Photo. My what a pretty view that is. Catch it all here.

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From the Bride…We both wanted to have a wedding in a relaxed, rustic and outdoor setting. Neither of us had thought of Carmel Valley until my aunt suggested it as a great option for guests coming from both Southern and Northern California. The venue itself helped guide us in terms of décor as the oak trees, rolling hills and summer camp cabin setting created a perfect backdrop for the elegant, rustic, and relaxed vibe we ended up going with. We also wanted to design the wedding around an entire weekend where the guests would be able to have time to get to know each other, spend time with us and enjoy the scenery. Another important part of our vision was the desire to have Brett heavily involved in the planning. Brett is a set designer and utilized his creative talents across the board. He built the dance floor, aisle, escort-card seating board and designed the invitation suite. It was important to both of us that we have creative license over making our wedding a personal reflection of our aesthetic tastes. At the end of the day, we wanted the wedding to feel leisurely, unique and fun. We feel as though we were able to accomplish each of those things.

My aunt spent much of her childhood in Carmel Valley and had begun helping us locate a venue after we were coming up short in our searches. Douglas Ranch was one of the sites she suggested. Upon visiting, it became clear almost immediately that this was our venue. The venue was breathtaking, charming and rustic. The grounds were expansive and offered on site lodging for our guests. We also loved that we were able to hold all of our wedding events (welcome dinner, wedding and Sunday brunch) on the same property.

I loved every minute of it. I loved the ceremony as a whole. It truly captured our relationship and commitment to each other. We were able to include some of our family members in the ceremony, which was also wonderful. I also loved our first dance. Dancing with my new husband under the canopy of the oak trees truly took my breath away. I also loved the food. I know that most people say you will be too busy and distracted to enjoy the food, but I made sure to take a few moments to enjoy it. Our caterer was amazing and she roasted an entire pig for the event. It was one of the most delicious things I have ever eaten. Another truly memorable part of our wedding was the late night party. At eleven, the party was moved inside the lodge where another meal of sliders and pizza was served with the fireplaces lit and vintage couches arranged throughout the room. It was so nice to have a relaxing place to end the evening where no one was rushed home and the music could play into the wee hours.

When we started the planning process, my aunt offered to handle much of it for us. It was such a lifesaver and a blessing. She took on many of the more difficult, time consuming and mundane details of wedding planning which was one of the best gifts we could have ever asked for. She also has a background in visuals and merchandising, which played out in the table décor and overall feel of each event. Also, our caterer was fabulous. She came with the venue and we could not have been happier. She presented delicious, creative, beautiful, and memorable food throughout the entire weekend. Lastly, our venue was perfect. The owners were accommodating, fun and involved throughout the entire process. We felt supported while also that they offered us room to create the events to our tastes (we did not want to feel confined to a cookie cutter mold). We could not have asked for a better team overall!

Décor: Classic Party Rentals / Ceremony Gown: WTOO by Watters / Ceremony Gown Cover Up: BHLDN / Reception Gown: Rachel Gilbert / Headpiece: Preston & Olivia / Ceremony Shoes: Steven by Steve Madden / Reception Shoes: Geren Ford / Jewelry: Vintage / Flowers: Bryan Butler / Catering: Nicole ‘s Catering (Nicole Esteybar) / Band: Hot Club Pacific / DJ: Dillon Donovan / Wedding Photography: First Comes Love Photo / Wedding Planning and Coordinating: Pamela Donnellan / Venue: Douglas Ranch / Bride’s Rings: Lang Antique / Groom’s Ring: Custom Lulu and Shay / Invitations + Save the Date: The Groom, printed by Mercurio Brothers / Hair + Make-up: Kristy White of Festoon Salon / Groomsmen Attire: Zara (suits), Brooks Brothers (shirts), Bloomingdales (ties) + Allen Edmonds (shoes) / Groom’s Suit: Paul Smith / Bridesmaid Dresses: BCBG, ASOS, Maggie London, Calvin Klein + Melissa Sweet / Wedding Videography: Sunset Productions

Calling all craft-superstars!  This DIY wedding by A Simple Photograph is especially for you.  The talented and motivated bride took on the bulk of the wedding projects herself from the invitations to the sugar cookie favors to all the desserts that she baked herself. To top it all off this celebration was held in the bride and groom’s own backyard which made it just that much more special.  See all of the lovely handmade details in the full gallery!

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From A Simple Photograph…Angie and Mike were married earlier this summer in a ceremony and reception held in the backyard of their new home.  You simply won’t believe me when I tell you all the DIY projects this bride took on herself!  Angie made the custom hangers for each of her bridesmaids dresses.  She designed and printed all of the invitations and paper details including the menu’s and custom signage for the photo booth and a welcome “celebration” sign at the entrance to the event and the escort cards.  She made a custom backdrop for the photo booth where guest were encouraged to take their own photos and assemble them in a guest book also custom made by, you guessed it, Angie.  She home baked, let me say that again, HOME BAKED every item on the dessert table, including the cookies, pie pops and cupcakes and she prepared sweet little Chinese take out boxes for those who were too full to indulge that evening.  She hand decorated a sugar cookie with the word “thanks” spelled out in icing for each guest’s place setting.  She created a s’mores station for a midnight bonfire with a cute little chalk sign.  She made all of the bouquet’s for the girls in the bridal party.  She and Mike hung strings of lights over the tent and wrapped trees in forest behind the tent to create a sparkling night time ambiance.  She arranged all of the terrarium centerpieces herself and, AND the day of the wedding she and her bridesmaids spent the morning preparing the tent, carefully arranging each place setting.  Whew, I’m tired just writing that?  I have no idea how Angie managed to do all that work?  But isn’t the result beautiful!?!

Wedding Photography: Erin Samuell of A Simple Photograph / Catering: Marigolds and Onions

I don’t think there is anything more fun than a destination wedding with all your closest friends and family in Spain. I’m loving the quirky seating chart which included fun descriptions of each guest on the back and the bold and bright flowers that certainly matched this adorable couple’s spunky personality. Oh, and did I mention that they walked back down the aisle to The Power of Love by Huey Louis and the News? Ya, they are pretty awesome. S6 Photography captured all the fun details and there’s even more in the full gallery!

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From the Bride…Tom and I ‘met’ over ten years ago when we both worked at Marks and Spencer while at university. The inverted commas are intentional – we actually ignored each other for the six years we worked there! One fateful night in the local nightclub, over four years after we’d left M&S, Tom uttered the immortal words “do I know your face from somewhere?” After much eye-rolling on my part, we got talking…and the rest, as they say, is history.

We always knew we’d get married overseas. We’d been to a couple of friend’s weddings abroad over the past year and loved the chilled-out, relaxed, holiday vibe that was created the minute you get off the plane. Plus, how often do you get to go on holiday with ALL your friends and family?! So the planning literally started on that beach in Krabi, Thailand, where Tom had proposed.

Ibiza was not our first choice if truth be told – initially we had our heart set on Italy. But numerous inquiries and weeks of research left us feeling somewhat underwhelmed. It just didn’t feel like “us.” One night after chatting about our frustrations, Tom showed me some pictures of a venue that took my breath away. When he said it was in Ibiza, I was probably a little sceptical (as indeed were our parents!) Was the ‘clubbing capital of the world’ really somewhere were we wanted to get married?! Plus I hadn’t been there before. But it ticked all the boxes; it was a short flight away to make it easier for family and friends to travel; we were guaranteed better weather than England; accommodation and flights were plentiful, and above all – it was the perfect place to have a damn good party.

We went out to the White Isle shortly afterwards to look at venues, and I instantly fell in love with the place. It’s hard to describe exactly, but the island is astoundingly beautiful, spiritual, and multi-faceted – from the world-class clubs in the south that pull no punches, to rural untouched beauty in the north. I think we’d both envisioned getting married on the beach – but when we saw Atzaro (in the middle of the north part of the island), with its distinct ‘oriental look’, we knew it was the one.

The wedding day itself was a complete dream from start to finish. As we got married relatively late (6pm) due to the heat, I happily whiled away the day ‘preening’ with my amazing bridesmaids, while Tom chilled with his best man and ushers recreating the video from Club Tropicana in his family’s pool! The relaxed vibe carried through to the wedding, and as the sun just started to go behind the palm trees, we said our vows in front of our wonderful family and friends. It was spine-tingingly awesome!

Our wedding undoubtedly had a lot of traditional elements to it, but we were adamant from day one that we would make it personal to us – and hopefully memorable for our guests. From the music we picked to walk down the aisle to (One Day Like This by Elbow – and then back up the aisle to The Power of Love by Huey Lewis and the News!) to my feathered fan in place of a bouquet, we stuck by our guns and truly did things ‘our way’. We’d also made sure that there were surprises for our guests, who’d traveled so far to be with us – from the first dance that we’d had lessons for, to the personalized menu cards with descriptions of everyone on the back, and the ‘bride’s speech’– that only Tom and I knew about. We have so many magical memories of the day that it would be hard to list them all here – but the vows that we’d wrote ourselves, the amazing food we ate, and the final ‘hip hop’ hour on the dance floor at 4am were among the best!

Finally – we also have to shout out to our AMAZING suppliers who all exceeded our expectations in the lead up to, and on the day. We couldn’t have asked for a better team and we’d recommend each and every one in a heartbeat.

Venue: Agroturismo Atzaro / Wedding Planning: Boho Wedding and Events / Wedding Photography: S6 Photography / Celebrant: Hedley Paul Spargo / Wedding Dress: Kate Sherford via Dreamcatcher Bridal / Bride’s Shoes: Jimmy Choo / Headband: Ivory & Co / Veil: Imogen’s Imagination / Fan: Dragonwings / Groom’s Suit: TM Lewin / Groom’s Shoes: Kurt Geiger / Usher’s Ties: TM Lewin / Bridesmaid Dresses: Monsoon / Bridesmaid Shoes: Next / Wedding Cake: Ibiza Cakes / Floral Design: El Ramo de Flores / DJ: Brian (B!) Beezwax / Singer: Jude Elliot / Stationery: The Bride / Happily Ever After Bunting: BekahDee

I dare any of you to spend ten minutes with this wedding and not want to crawl right into the overcast, but so happy and bright, Connecticut wedding. It’s impossible. The wedding is so beautiful, and Raw Photo Design did a phenomenal job capturing the ambiance, that I have had the urge to jump into my computer screen and celebrate with these two beautiful people since I first opened it. But since that isn’t possible, you will find me, all day, hanging out in the full image gallery. Care to join?

Lots of people say that they are shocked when their boyfriend proposes.  I was really shocked though!  Sam and I had never talked about getting married, nor did I have any idea of what type of wedding I would want some day… On October 9, 2009, Sam surprised me on a quiet night at home with a beautiful new jacket – and a gorgeous ring inside.  From there the whirlwind began!

When we started looking at venues, I knew I wanted a different type of location (no reception hall or ballroom for us).  After looking at 13 venues, a caterer told us about Saltwater Farm Vineyard.  It was late at night on a Friday night, we didn’t have an appointment and there was still no permanent lighting installed inside.  The amazing owners came and met us with flashlights and we were instantly in love.  The other thing that made us book it was seeing the Inn at Stonington.  We were lucky enough to stay there for our whole wedding weekend with our immediate family and bridal party.  The management staff there is amazing and really made our wedding weekend extra magical for us.

Our photographer was easy – we knew we wanted Raw Photo Design and booked them a year and a half in advance.  My father was relentless that we must get a band, so we found the amazing ETA Music through a friend and were thrilled they had the date open!  Everything else really fell into place.  Sam and I are both very simple but love a vintage, rustic style so that was what we tried to stick with.  From lantern centerpieces, to acoustic classic rock cocktail music, to a warm fireplace, pretty much everything turned out how we wanted. The best part of our wedding was that we had an absolute blast!!  It will always be a day to remember for us!

Photography: Raw Photo Design / Flowers: It’s So Ranunculus / Caterer: Gourmet Galley / Ceremony and Reception Location: Saltwater Farm Vineyard / Band: ETA Music / Hotel: Inn at Stonington / Shoes: Bridal by Butter / Dress:  Siri / Bridesmaid Dresses: Lela Rose

My giddy meter is registering some off the charts statistics this morning thanks to Beyond the Lens Photography and this seriously fun seaside soirée. With the most adorable little kiddos in attendance and a couple that you can tell is just head over heels for each other, it’s hard not to adore every bit of this party. All the personal details were covered by this hands-on couple – making for a gallery of images you’ll want to spend some serious time gushing over!

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From the Bride…Brendan and I have known each other for almost ten years. We were introduced by our best friends from our separate high schools, who are now married. After dating on and off for a while, dating other people, living in different cities.. him in Charlotte, me in New York, we were finally in the right place at the right time. The friends who introduced us threw a barbeque right before the birth of their daughter and we were both in town. We had our first “official” date the next week, where Brendan wooed me with his homemade Chicken Marsala & Arrested Development on DVD. That night, I even brought Brendan, a member of Red Sox Nation, a bottle of “Big Papi” Celebrity Wine. As a die hard Yankee fan, I knew that this was a gesture not to be taken lightly. We were long distance for two years when we took a trip down to Brendan’s family’s beach house in Southport, North Carolina and he surprised me by proposing on a dock in Wilmington. (Yes, it was very Dawson’s Creek).

When we started planning our wedding last August, we knew we wanted it to reflect who we are together and who we are as individuals. We wanted to have a day that was “shabby chic” with a carefree, fun vibe. The venue for us was the most important thing and when Lighthouse Point Park came up on my google search for “Unique Connecticut Beach Wedding”, I immediately fell in love. With a beach for the ceremony, a covered historic building with a (working!) carousel for the reception and an outdoor area for cocktails, I couldn’t have dreamt up a more perfect location. Starting with the invitations and save the dates, we worked with Shadowboxer Ink and Wicked Bride to create the perfect prelude in stationery form.

Brendan, who studied art in college, created all of the signage using one of the fonts from the invitations- from sawing the wood to painting the letters- and the wedding canopy, which was so enormous, I burst out laughing in surprise the first time I saw it. Attempting to do our part for the enviornment and contribute to the style of the venue, I drew everything on chalkboards- the ceremony program, the menu and the table numbers. Each bridesmaid had a different flower that composed their bouquet and all three were in mine, along with the white roses to match Brendan’s boutoniere. I also tied my late grandmother’s wedding ring and family birthstone ring to my bouquet. The flower arrangements were casual and displayed in mason jars of different sizes and wine bottles that we had collected since our engagement. Even the champagne that we drank the night of our engagement was made into a floral arrangement on our table. Our cake topper was a symbol of our “mixed marriage”, as my father refers to it- and a perfect example of how we respect our differences.. just not in October.

Brendan loves to cook, and we both love to eat, so food was very important to us as well. We selected all of the food with the amazing Gina at A Thyme to Cook and could not have been more in heaven. Soft pretzels displayed on hot rocks? Really? We also wanted to give our guests something that they could cherish forever, so we created an e-mail account for our guests to send recipes to and we created a cookbook out of all of the recipes we received, along with some of our families’ favorites. Even our caterer chipped in and added the soup recipe from the first course!

As much fun as planning the reception was, we knew that the most important thing was the ceremony and we added lots of special touches to personalize it. I walked down the aisle to “I Will” by the Beatles- the same song that my mom and dad danced to on their wedding day. Our two ridiculously adorable flower girls were daughters of two couples who are very good friends- one of them being the couple who introduced us. We always say that she is “our age” since we reconnected a few weeks before she was born. We wrote our own vows to each other and had a “sand ceremony” to symbolize the joining of our individual lives.

I’ve never been the kind of girl who has dreamt about my wedding since I was young, but I did start dreaming about it the day I met Brendan. Our day could not have been more special- we were surrounded by wonderful friends, family, food and wine and an enormous amount of love.

Wedding Photography: Beyond the Lens Photography / Floral Design: A Victorian Garden / Event Design + Decor: The Bride / Ceremony + Reception Location: Lighthouse Point Park & Carousel House / Invitations + Dessert Signs: Wicked Bride Stationery / Save the Date Postcards: Shadowboxer Ink / Bride’s Shoes: Jimmy Choo / Wedding Dress: Pronovias / Make-up: Makeup by Marisa / Hair: JoBella Downtown Salon & Spa / Catering: A Thyme to Cook, Inc / DJ: DJ Alias of Scratch Weddings / Guitarist: Scott Samuels / Wedding Cake + Cupcakes: Sugarbelle / Cake Topper: CreativeButterflyXOX / Hotel/Getting Ready: The Study at Yale / Bridesmaid Jewelry: Kendra Scott / Bridesmaid Dresses: Dessy / Groomsmen Suits + Ties: JoS. A. Bank + Michael Kors / Signs: The Groom / Cookbook Favors: Morris Press Cookbooks / Guest Transportation: Premier Limousine

Tory Williams Photography knocked this next little number so far out of the gorgeous wedding ball park my seaside soiree loving heart can’t handle it!  From the bride’s one shoulder stunner gown to her to die for Jimmy Choo’s, the lovely images of this picture perfect party just has my heart all a flutter. I do believe I will be staring at these images all day thanks to the full gallery, because I just can’t get enough of this beach chic celebration!

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For more lovely, check out this gorgeous couple fabulous film by Shooting Stars Weddings!

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From the Bride…Planning a wedding is an overwhelming endeavor, and I have to say I was a bit lost in the beginning. This may be ironic given that I work for an interior design firm and truly love what details can do, but I admittedly have a difficult time making decisions, especially for myself. Luckily, I think we were fortunate to quickly learn that an enormous amount of time and effort can be spent on the minute, when in reality, focusing on the big stuff first is probably your best use of time. The rest will fall into place.

Naturally, my husband and I wanted our wedding to primarily be about our love for each other, and if you work things out together, this will happen. But the day is also about bringing together the special people in each of your lives. There are not many times when you can look around and see the familiar faces from each part of your life, in one place at one time. Soak it up!

Obviously, the wedding starts with location. We knew that we were going to be married in a church, so a site for the reception was our focus. We both grew up on the water and love spending as much time as possible at the beach. The natural beauty and simple elegance of the ocean were elements which we appreciate and wanted to incorporate into our wedding. Thus we were excited to find the Allegria Hotel, located right on the ocean in Long Beach, NY. The hotel is modern in design, with clean and simple lines matching greatly with our own taste. Throw in a roof deck and pool area perfect for taking in the sunset at cocktail hour and enough rooms to host all of our guests from both near and far, and we knew had a great fit. From there, we began booking vendor by vendor, some of them very close friends, each helping us plan a day we will never forget.

We were truly blessed to have had so many amazing family members and friends get involved to help the day come together. From invitations and flowers, to gift bags and place cards, we had help every step of the way. In the end I think we were able to incorporate the advice from others, while ultimately showcasing our own style and taste. We used soft and subdued natural colors to create an inviting environment, keeping it simple, clean, and refined, yet elegant.

From sunrise to sunset, our wedding day could not have been more perfect. Someone once told me that everyone’s wedding is a unique representation of the couple’s personality. I could not agree more.

Wedding Photography: Tory Williams Photography / Wedding Cinematography: Shooting Stars Weddings / Floral Design: Nadine Partridge / Ceremony Location: St. Patrick’s Church / Reception Location: Allegria Hotel / Invitations: Michael & Jillian Sullivan / Bride’s Shoes: Jimmy Choo / Suit: Ermenegildo Zegna / Band: Scott Yanney, Faze 4 Orchestras

There’s nothing dreamier than a California wine country wedding and this lovely Atwood Ranch affair is about as fabulous as it gets.  The sweet combination of lush, romantic florals by Anne Appleman and the uber-gorgeous stylings of Julie Atwood Events is almost too much to comprehend… and I haven’t stopped swooning yet.  Luckily, Chrisman Studios was on hand to capture every last moment of rustic meets vintage charm, because I think this gallery and I are going to be lifelong friends.  Join me there for even more!

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From Chrisman Studios… For their wedding day, Lena and Jeff chose one of the most spectacular properties in California wine country – Atwood Ranch in Glen Ellen.

Guests were treated to pre-ceremony jars of pink and yellow lemonade and were given colorful Chinese parasols to shield them from the warm California sun – which also added gorgeous splashes of vibrant color to the green pasture where the ceremony was held.

During the vows, tears were plentiful as Lena and Jeff described how finding one another changed their lives.

Everyone danced the night away inside the barn that had been superbly transformed into a shabby-chic ballroom of vintage quirks and rustic elegance.

The bride made sure to blend some of her own DIY touches into the decor, such as the fabric garland she made herself that wove around the railing of the barn.

Wedding Photography: Ben + Erin Chrisman of Chrisman Studios / Wedding Venue: Atwood Ranch / Consultation, Design + Coordination: Julie Atwood Events / Linens: La Tavola Linen / Wedding Gown: Amsale / Groom’s Suit: Michael Andrews Bespoke / Floral Design: Anne Appleman / Wedding Videography: Burkart Studios

If you’re a down-to-earth gal and a fabulous farm is your venue of choice then this Colorado wedding by Angie Wilson Photography will certainly make your heart flutter.  It mixes some tried and true elements – mason jars, wildflower arrangements and honey favors – with some pops of fun and modern DIY details.  I’m loving the perfect collection of stationery created by the crafty bride.  You can see even more in the full gallery so get over there!

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From Angie Wilson Photography…Gina and Kevin wanted to keep an organic farm/vintage feel to their wedding. The Farmette in Lyons was a perfect venue for that look and all of their DIY details made it complete. Gina made the invites (which were printed on plantable paper), as well as the guestbook cards. Guests enjoyed a variety of games, including a cornhole game that Kevin built and an old croquet set. Even the signs were made by the bride and groom. Gina’s aunt and uncle own an antique shop and loaned them lots of vintage goodies that were used as decorations on the farm.

Guests enjoyed a delicious BBQ dinner at a long, family-style table. Gina planted succulents in old coffee cans that sat on the table. Instead of wedding cake, Gina’s mom and sister made pies and Kevin’s parents brought cheesecakes from New York. After dinner a live bluegrass band (White Water Ramble) played lively music which was a perfect close to the day.

Wedding Photography: Angie Wilson Photography / Venue: Lyons Farmette / Florist: Fiori Flowers + (flowers from Lyons Farmette) / Band: White Water Ramble / Officiant: Kevin Bracy Knight / Caterer: Biscuits & Berries / Desserts: Newskete Bakery (cheesecake) + Homemade Pies

I swear I’ll never get tired of pretty, little DIY weddings like this one from Brittrene Photo. The soft color palette with pops of gold sparkles literally has my heart all aflutter. Not to mention the gorgeous florals and the sweet-as-can-be attire of the littlest aisle attendants. There are so many steal worthy details nestled into this little charmer, so be sure to check out the full gallery here!

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From the Bride…From the first day Matt and I began planning our wedding, we knew we wanted it to be a big party filled with love, good music, good food (Persian) setting the stage for an unforgettable evening for all. We wanted to celebrate all of the love and support we have received from our friends and family as individuals and throughout our five years as a couple.

We heard from a number of guests that butterflies and hummingbirds crashed our ceremony – symbols of love, rebirth, and happy souls. Our wedding was a symbol of our love and affection for each other as well as a union of our families. Whether it was the photobooth, the food and drinks, or the DJ and amazing music – we wanted everyone to feel like they were having the time of their lives.  

This day truly could not have been possible without the loving support of our family and friends. We especially thank our parents and grandparents for demonstrating the meaning of true love throughout the years. Thank you to EVERYONE who helped with all the details to made our wedding so unique and beautiful. We truly appreciate all the love and support from everyone – it was an honor to share the best day of our lives with you. 

Wedding Photography: Brittrene Photo / Floral Design: Lovely Day Floral Studio / Event Planning: Christina Carbonara / Ceremony + Reception Location: Casino San Clemente / Bride’s Shoes: Jeffrey Campbell / Wedding Dress: Watters + Stone Cold Fox / Vintage Rentals: Stephanie with Ribbons and Rust / Bridesmaid Dresses: Donna Morgan via Nordstrom / Cupcakes: Kelly of Once Upon a Cupcake

We think it’s important to stop and get lost in a wedding video every once and awhile. OK, so maybe we think it’s important to stop and get lost in a wedding video on a daily basis. Well this sweet as can be film by Bernard Lau Films can be your daily dose prescribed by SMP. It’ll most definitely leave a smile on your face – so take a litte time to get lost today, it’s so worth it.

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From Bernard Lau Films…Maraleen & Van’s Wedding were full of detail and touches from the heart.

The morning started with the groom preparing a surprise for his bride, the doting husband-to-be decorated the newly-wed’s bedroom and bookshelf, with photos beautifully fastened on with adorable miniature pegs on a clothing line. On the bed, hand-made pink and white pompoms of various sizes were immaculately arranged on the sheets.

With the bridal preparations, Maraleen had a beautiful strapless Wedding dress that accompanied well with her bridesmaids peach colored dresses. These dresses were all hung on custom made hangers with their names on it. But for Maraleen, it wasn’t her name but “Mrs Hour” instead. Immediately, we knew that she was looking forward to this wedding more than anyone else.

The bride and groom exchanged envious gifts to each other. Maraleen received a Tiffany & Co. diamond key necklace while Van, to his surprise, received a timeless Longines watch.

Their ceremony took place at Tumbling Waters Retreat, perched on the edge of a cliff with breath-taking views of the beach and ocean which served as a very fitting place indeed to mark the beginning of a new chapter in Van and Maraleen’s lives together.

Maraleen & Van created a pictorial website of their journey before their big day to share with their family and friends. You can view it here: maraleen.com. Photography by the talented groom Van, who also did the pre-wedding photo shoot you see in the Wedding film.

Needless to say, it was a wonderful and fun shoot.

Wedding Cinematography: Bernard Lau Films / Ceremony Location: Tumbling Waters Retreat / Reception Location: Golden Harvest Seafood Restaurant / Wedding Photography: Frederick Wong Photography / Special Guest Photographer: Van Hour (The Groom) / Marriage Celebrant: Brian Loomes / Ceremony Musicians: Sydney String Ensemble / Disc Jockey: Tony Luu / Bridal Gown: Oanh Ma Evening Couture / Groom’s Suit: Hugo Boss / Bridal Cars: Broadway Limousines

San Francisco weddings always have a way of leaving me speechless… and this stunning ballroom affair by Meg Perotti has literally left me grasping for words.  The fabulous florals by Chestnut & Vine, the gorgeous purple hues, the lovely paper goods by Hello! Lucky, the adorable bride and groom… I. am. in. LOVE. with every last ounce of this traditional soiree.  And don’t even get me started on the ah.mazing Julia Morgan Ballroom.  Spectacular.  Needless to say, I’ll be spending my ENTIRE day wrapped up in all of this lovely… and I seriously suggest you do the same.  Click here for more!

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From the Bride… Ben and I knew we wanted a San Francisco city wedding, with an incredibly personal ceremony and a dance party reception. We envisioned photos along the streets of Nob Hill, near our first apartment together, and throughout the Financial District where we both worked for many years. The moment we saw The Merchants Exchange and the Julia Morgan Ballroom, we knew it was the right space to bring our vision to life… A classic venue where we could incorporate a modern twist, with clean and simple lines, a balance of neutrals and warm blush tones.

We were living across the country while planning the wedding, and as someone who deals with details for a living, it was a challenge for me feeling like I could not be in control every step of the way. The biggest piece of advice I can offer any bride, but particularly those who are long-distance planning and/or serving as their own planner, is to put in the time up front to thoroughly research your vendors. Read wedding blogs and reviews, ask your venue for recommendations, talk to friends who have been married in the area – and keep in close touch with them through email, phone calls and Skype. If you do all this, you can then trust that they will contribute to something truly amazing when your big day comes around. I personally found my amazing photographer and hair/makeup stylists on Style Me Pretty; my incredible florist did one of my bridesmaid’s weddings; our rocking DJ came highly recommended by our venue, but it was a video showcase we watched that sold us on him.  And THE Dress? I came across the perfect designer for me on Yelp – Her overall aesthetic is structured, simple and chic, with a little flair.

Our wedding weekend was absolutely perfect – from a good friend serving as our officiant, to my mother reciting a poem she wrote for us in Chinese, to the dance party that lasted well into the night. While my many Excel grids and lists may have laid the foundation, I really trusted that I had picked the best vendors to be our team. On our wedding day, we did not worry about one thing. We savored every moment with our friends and family, laughing, crying and dancing, and every detail was even more beautiful than I could have imagined. The best feeling is that there is not one thing I would change.

Wedding Photography: Meg Perotti / Wedding Ceremony + Reception Location: The Julia Morgan Ballroom in The Merchants Exchange / Floral Design: Chestnut & Vine / Wedding Dress: Vwidon / Bride’s Shoes: Jimmy Choo / Bridesmaid Dresses: Jenny Yoo / Hair + Make-up: The Makeup Dolls / Groom + Groomsmen Suits: JoS. A Bank / Ties: Brooks Brothers / Wedding Cake: Beaux Gateaux Wedding Cakes, / Catering: Union Street Catering / Wedding Videography: On Bended Knee Films / DJ: Denon & Doyle / Programs, Place Cards + Invitations: Hello! Lucky / Save the Date + Table Numbers: Photographed by Jay Tsai Photography, Designed by The Groom / Styling + Planning: Bride and Groom

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You know we go gaga for a modern wedding (ok, we go a little nuts for ANY wedding), but can you really blame us when they look this pretty? Kate Whelan Events™, was on board to make sure every detail of this modern fête was perfectly placed, and how much do you just love their ceremony set up? VIP front row complete with comfy couches? SO fab. But the pretty doesn’t end there, there is so much more to gush over in the full gallery!

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Need a little more pretty? Of course you do – and this video from Frontside Films will be the perfect dose!

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From Kate Miller Events™ …When Megan and Derek requested an elegant, modern, cocktail-style wedding, I was 100% on board. We chose a palette of creams and ivories with golden accents. A handmade metallic golden mum paper was used to line both the invitation envelopes, as well as trays used as decor on the reception coffee tables. White tulips were the flower of choice, as the Bride’s favorite flower (also a nod to Derek’s Danish heritage). Flourish created beautiful mono-botanical tulip bouquets, submerged tulip arrangements and large urn arrangements accented with hydrangea and more white tulips.

Lounge furniture created VIP seating for the front row of the ceremony and the aisle was lined with tall glass vases filled with branches appointed with pearl-like paillettes that sparkled in the low sunlight while music from Mersonacta String Quartet filled the room. Once the ceremony was complete, the Terrace was turned into an elegant cocktail reception, complete with loads of ambient candle light, uplighting along the brick walls by SJ’s DJ and amazing fire centerpieces enrobed in white rock.

Megan’s amazing Junko Yoshioka dress with it’s asymmetrical neckline was the perfect reflection of their wedding – classic modern with a twist. Her jewelry included family heirlooms – most notably, a vintage brooch that accented her custom veil made by Carole Kenney Design. Her Badgley Mischka shoes were a gorgeous golden touch. Derek and his groomsmen all wore their own slim fitting black suit and black tie.

The entire day was filled with the warmth and laughter of both Megan and Derek’s family and friends – and Travis Hoehne Photography and Frontside Films (who also did an amazing engagement video) did an excellent job capturing it all. Some of our favorite moments were: the Father of the Bride’s emotional First Look between he and his daughter, the runway walk from the uber-fabulous three year old flower girl – complete with hand-on-hip and pose, and lastly, the butler-passed salted caramel tartlets in lieu of a cake cutting.

Wedding Photography: Travis Hoehne Photography / Wedding Cinematography: Frontside Films / Floral Design: Flourish / Event Design + Planning: Kate Miller Events™ / Ceremony + Reception Location: The Citizen Hotel / DJ + Lighting: SJ’s Disc Jockey / String Quartet: Mersonacta String Quartet / Invitations: Kate Whelan Events™ / Bride’s Shoes: Badgley Mischka / Wedding Dress: Junko Yoshioka / Veil: Carole Kenney Design / Hair: Hana Kim / Make-up: DeAnna Fritz and Nicole Solarez / Rentals: Classic Party Rentals

We all love a good wedding film here at SMP. Sometimes it’s the tear jerkers that get us going. Other times, when a creative video, with something we’ve never seen before hits our inbox, it quickly becomes the new Must See in the SMP offices. And sometimes, we find a video that is just so happy, so energetic, that we can’t help but smile all day long after watching, sharing, and re-watching again. So today, we’re sharing a fantastic film from D’nM Wedding Films that falls into the last category – it’s a stunning bride, marrying a groom with a very attractive accent, in a gorgeous Sydney Wedding. Perfection!

Photography by Welsch Photography.

And without further ado, the highlight film from D’nM Wedding Films…

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Simon and Marissa have shared an exciting international love affair from the moment they met four years ago at a music festival in Serbia, to when Simon popped the question in Hanoi, Vietnam, and  finally with their marriage in Sydney. Having met in Serbia, their first date in London and their second date in Dubai, it didn’t take long to realize there was more to this union than simply earning frequent flyer miles.

Once the decision of the two jet-setters to marry was made, the next big question was where? With Simon the Englishman living between London and Bangkok, and Marissa the Greek Australian living between Sydney, London and Bangkok, ideas of a beautiful English country-side wedding, or a tropical beach celebration in Thailand or even a stunning Greek island wedding came into play. The couple finally settled on having a harbour-side wedding in Sydney with the dramatic backdrop of the Harbour Bridge. The ceremony took place in the Greek Orthodox Church on Cleveland Street and a beautiful modern reception followed at the Wharf Restaurant in Walsh Bay.

The day was a perfect Sydney summers’ day. The guests were greeted at the reception with flowing champagne and Sydney rock oysters before sitting down to enjoy an impeccable feast of seafood and lamb with delicious deserts and cheeses to follow. The high-ceilinged Wharf venue oozed with style, elegance and a contemporary feel with white Singapore orchids filling the room and bevelled mirrored boxes eloquently placed on tables as wedding favors.

Cinematographer: D’nM Wedding Films / Photographer:  Welsch Photography / Floral Designer: Waratah Florist / Event Designer & Planner: The Wharf Restaurant / Invitation Designer: Elizabeth Rosa Fine Stationary / Cake: Sweet Fantasy Cakes / Wedding Gown Designer: Mark Holt Bridal Couture / Bridesmaid’s Dress Designer: Carla Zampatti / Groom’s Suit: Pinky Tailors

Al fresco nuptials run the gamut in terms of style. We are talking everything from rustic country fêtes to elegant New England garden affairs and a new group that is quickly making its way to the top of our favorites list: open air dining of the urban garden variety like this Los Angeles number held at Cafe Pinot. Benj Haisch Photography captured all the festivities laced with a layer of ultra pretty details and the result is cool dinner party meets elegant city wedding. We dig it and we think you will too. Hop on over to the gallery for so much more.

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From the Bride…From the beginning, I knew I wanted our wedding to be as personal and unique to us as much as possible. When we found our wedding venue at Cafe Pinot & the Maguire Gardens, I was flooded with inspirations. Being set in front of the historic Los Angeles Public Library, I knew I wanted to tell Our Story by playing with the library and book themes for our invitations and favors. The juxtaposition of an intimate private garden and the beautiful cafe, surrounded by the stoic skyscrapers of downtown felt strong and feminine at the same time – just like Ron and I. It was the perfect balance of charm and strength which inspired me to decorate our wedding in a way which was soft yet confident.. exuding a sense of sweet, modern romance.

All in all, our wedding day was truly a dream come true for us. My advice to all future brides during the planning phase, is to go with your gut feeling, and always have the confidence to be creative! Don’t do or buy things just for the sake of doing it or because everyone else is. Make sure it’s something that has meaning to you as a couple, that will bring you joy on your big day. On the day of your wedding, just go with the flow and have fun! Savor every minute of it… and enjoy the ride.

Wedding Photography: Benj Haisch Photography / Wedding Cinematography: Stereo Waltz Films / Wedding Planning: So Happi Together / Ceremony Location: Maguire Gardens / Reception Location: Cafe Pinot / Invitations + Favors:  Handmade / Logo Design:  Olive Hue Paper Goods / Bride’s Shoes: Jimmy Choo / Wedding Dress: Anna Maier Couture / Veil: Marina Morrison Bridal / Hair + Make-up: Monica for Theresa Huang Make-up & Hair Design / Earrings: Monica Wang / Bridesmaid Dresses: J.Crew / Groom’s Attire: Theory / Groom’s Shoes: Prada / Groomsmen Reception Shoes: Adidas / Vintage Rentals: Found Rentals / Floral Design: Commerce Flowers / Lighting + Lanterns: Amber Lighting / Tables: Classic Party Rentals / Chairs + Dance Floor: Chiavari Chair Rentals / DJ: Michael for Shine Entertainment / Photobooth: Ultra Booth / Wedding Cake: Paradise from Kings Hawaiian Bakery / Desserts: Pinkberry + Cafe Pinot

I have to admit that I read the words from the bride before I even laid my eyes upon these images from Articulate Photo and I was already in love with the concept of this wedding. Little did I know I was about to fall even more in love with it when I saw the pretty, pretty design by MARRIED by Jessie Abrams Baca. I love that this art loving couple married at the Georgia O’Keefe Museum and then carried that theme over into their reception. Click here for even more!

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From the Bride…On the day that we got engaged, Mike and I decided that we wanted a small destination wedding in Santa Fe, New Mexico. We took our first vacation as a couple there and felt that the artistic and bohemian feel of the town was perfect for the atmosphere we were hoping to achieve. The Georgia O’Keeffe museum was the ideal venue for our ceremony and served as an inspiration for all aspects of the wedding design. The museum was delighted to have us, and made our day even more special by providing guests with a tour of their special exhibit which included works by Andy Warhol, Alfred Stieglitz, Man Ray, and of course Ms. O’Keeffe herself. Mike is a graphic artist and produced all of the paper products and our invitation suite. He is also an amateur woodworker and made our chuppah in our garage, which he designed to compliment to the natural motifs which were scattered throughout.

After the ceremony we paraded through the Santa Fe plaza with all our guests, led by a Cuban street music guitarist and drummer. We carried a custom “Love Birds” banner made by our wedding planner. She also customized maracas, bells and ribbon wands for a true parade! We then arrived at the Inn of the Anasazi where our reception was held in their lovely library and living room area. The Anasazi’s adobe style interior was the perfect backdrop for our Georgia O’Keeffe inspired wedding – pictures of the artist were displayed on the library shelves beside the rows of books, and framed prints of her bold floral paintings adorned the living room fireplace mantle.

Our guests left us their well wishes by signing our copy of Ms. O’Keeffe’s Poppies which now hangs in our home. We used textures to enhance our design, from the distressed leather deerskin belt I wore over a silk organza Watters gown, to the birch covered pots which held our floral arrangements, to the leafy linen fabric of the table runners (which was also used as the “roof” of our wedding canopy).

Our wedding planner helped us both with the organization of our day and its design. Jessie is truly an artist and brought our Santa Fe organic bohemian meets modern art wedding to life – she transformed our vague ideas (“make it pretty, make it earthy, and give us a little Georgia”) into one coherent, consistent style where every bit appeared to be carved from the same desert stone. She even posted a succulent planter DIY from our wedding on her blog so you can see how some of the woodsy elements came to life.

Ceremony Venue: Georgia O’Keeffe Museum / Reception Venue: Inn of the Anasazi / Wedding Dress: Watters / Deerskin Belt: Mano Bello / Event Design + Coordination: MARRIED by Jessie Abrams Baca / Wedding Photography: Kristen Williams of Articulate Photo / Floral Design: Margaret Bost of Santa Fe Floral / Stationery: The Groom / Musicians: Savor / Wedding Cake: The Plaza Bakery

We are known for bringing it in a big way but today we are going huge with a heavy duty dose of inspiration.  We searched high and low on the main page to bring you our favorite Illinois weddings and, boy oh boy, did we find some good ones.

We headed over to the Little Black Book for this gorgeous inspiration shoot by Nakai Photography.  The look is vibrant, modern and bursting with so many steal-worthy details!

This Chicago wedding by Dettagli Weddings, Erin Hearts Court and Hello Darling is absolutely stunning and has catapulted itself up to the tippity top of my most favorite weddings list ever.

Last, but certainly not least, an urban beauty to make all your modern-loving hearts go pitter patter.  Olivia Leigh Photographie delivered the killer images, and Hello Darling all the fabulous details, for this city chic celebration.

So there you have it, not one, not two, but three seriously gorgeous Illinois weddings to get your creative juices flowing.  Pick your favorite and spend some time in the full galleries!

This super cute vintage photo shoot by Paperclip Collective is the result of major teamwork by some amazing vendors right in your very own area. We’re loving the simple color palette of pink and green, the crochet table runner, and vintage family photos. And what’s even cuter is that the models in the photo shoot are actual newlyweds. Ya, we love that. Click here for even more.

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From Paperclip Collective…I am really excited to share this wedding style shoot that I worked on with some amazing Kelowna vendors. It is a vintage-inspired shoot with a gorgeous bride and groom. All of the wedding decor was by Yuriko Larson of Vintage Origami. She is amazing to work with and so creative!

The beautiful bouquet was made of succulents, roses, dahlias, ranunculas, scabiosa pods, seeded eucalyptus & dusty millar, as well as the table flowers and boutonniere.

Melissa Craven is incredible, creating natural, but striking looks with her make-up artistry.

The Lindon House is a wedding venue that hosts intimate weddings in the heart of Kelowna’s downtown. They have a definite vintage style to their private bed and breakfast location.

The menu’s, place cards and note cards were designed by Christina of Paperclip Collective, and of course, the photography was done by myself, Janelle.

Our couple, Mike and Raina, were married just a month prior, and were amazing models for us. So in love and comfortable just being in each others arms.

Photography: Paperclip Collective / Cinematography: Limelight Studios / Flowers: Classic Creations Floral Design / Graphic Design: Paperclip Collective / Event Decor: Vintage Origami / Location: The Lindon House / Earrings: Jeweliette / Dress: Pattis via Bliss Bridal / Suit: Mexx