We have a double wammy of Engagement goodness today. First, are the undeniably gorgeous images of one super cute couple and their jaunt through Central Park as seen through the lens of James Christianson. Next up on the love parade is a stop at The Carlyle for more engagement shoot goodness and a little added swankiness and then the culmination…a really awesome film. Yep folks, that’s how they do it in New York. See it all here!

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And as if this engagement session weren’t completely gorgeous on its own, it also has a little partner in fabulosity. Meet the cutest film shot by Kevin Von Qualen…

From James Christianson Photographer…For Courtney & Cesar’s engagement session, we enjoyed a leisurely afternoon stroll through Central Park as well as a stop by the historical Cafe Carlyle and Bemelmans Bar where the couple had their first date. The Cafe Carlyle and Bemelman’s Bar are located within the historical Carlyle Hotel which housed Richard Rogers as their first tenant and showcases the beautiful art of Ludwig Bemelmans on the walls (artist of the popular children’s books, “Madeline”).

Photography: James Christianson Photographer / Cinematography: Kevin Von Qualen

All morning I have been having an all out Michael + Anna Costa love fest and I finally, FINALLY get to share the wealth of wedding gorgeousness. This beauty is toting bright colors, a style full of laid back elegance and loads of fun details all thought up by the mastermind of fabulous wedding design, Kelly Oshiro. Now throw in a well dressed Mariachi band and we have ourselves one heck of a Santa Barbara pretty parade. So plop down and get comfy because this is a celebration not to be missed and there is loads more in the FULL gallery!

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Meghan & Reade’s wedding was set at Gainey Vineyard in the heart of the Santa Ynez Valley with a rustic, whimsical style by Kelly Oshiro Designs. Reade, a magazine editor and Meghan with her beautiful Asian/American look and previous modeling experience, had the style and allure to pull off this hip take on a rustic winery wedding.

Wedding Photography: Michael + Anna Costa Photographers Ltd. / Event Planning + Design: Kelly Oshiro Design / Reception Venue: Gainey Vineyard / Macaroons: Little Next Door Cafe / Band: Mariachi Salazar / Lighting: Ambient Event Design / Linens + Coverings: LaTavola Linens / Equipment Rentals: Classic Party Rentals / Transportation: Gold Coast Limos / Film Work: Richard Photo

Maine has always been on my travel bucket list (which seems to be growing and growing since I started this job!) but after this fantastic waterside affair, I might be heading north pronto. The wedding, captured by Jenny Moloney Photography, went down at the groom’s family’s private home on Malden Island, and was designed and planned by Maine Seasons Events. The result? Well, let me go out on a limb and say it is the absolute perfect mix of nautical chic and northern elegance – ideal for the beautiful Maine surroundings. The superb affair continues in the full image gallery – so I’ll meet you there!

We met at Colby College, while living in the same dorm our sophomore year.  After dating for about seven years, we became engaged in Paris in October 2010 when Will flew over to surprise Kate (who was on a business trip) on the point of Ile de la Cité.

We were married on Malden Island, a 10-home summer community off the coast of Maine. Will’s family has been part of the island community since 1881 (the Home Club was founded in 1872); his is the sixth generation to spend summers there. Kate and her family have been visiting for years now, too.

With the lobster boats, buoys and fog in the harbor, boardwalks, old wooden houses, and pine trees on the island, the location is classic coastal Maine. Our hope for the wedding was that it was “of the place” – laid back and rustic – while being fun and distinctive. Instead of ribbon we used twine, the groom and his brothers wore boat shoes, flowers were in wooden boxes and medicine bottles. While we didn’t have a single wedding color – flowers were a medley of hues – blues predominated. The maid of honor’s dress was navy and the flower girl’s was light blue seersucker, the groom and his brother wore navy suits (with ties in their family’s Scottish tartan), escort cards were lots of different blues, invitations incorporated a cobalt blue, the bride wore lapis earrings.

The ceremony, held in the island’s cookhouse (where island members eat together during the summer months), was intimate, simple, and thanks to our minister, pretty funny.

Location: Private Home Club, Malden Island, Maine / Event Design and Planning: Maine Seasons Events / Catering: Ian’s Eats / Music: Steam Powered / Airplane: Steam Powered Airplane / Flowers: Friend / Tent: Sperry Tents / Rentals: Be Our Guest / Photography: Jenny Moloney Photography

What I love most about this wedding is the cohesive mix of traditional, vintage and shabby chic elements that all combine to make for one gorgeous day and we are seriously dying over all these pretty, pretty images by Charlotte Jenks Lewis Photography. The green, white and beige color palette is beyond beautiful and elegant. Oh, and those adorable chihuahuas in bowties and flower poofs? Best aisle attendants ever!! The sweet florals, courtesy of Holly Heider Chapple Flowers LTD are just incredible and we’ve got none other than Bellafare to thank for coordinating and planning such a spectacular day. Click here for more!

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From the Bride…Having spent summers at my grandmother’s home on the Eastern Shore, I always knew I wanted to get married overlooking the bay in a place that meant so much to me. Being a corporate event planner and venue manager myself, I had a good idea of what I wanted, however, I enlisted the help of Bellafare to bring my vision to life. Starting with “preppy” and “shabby chic” as inspiration, we created an elegant, vintage look with a focus on the things that were important to us like good food, great music and an atmosphere that was both magical and fun for everyone, from our family and friends to our dogs who were in attendance as well.

Being from a musical family, I knew I wanted to include my talented brothers (one being a band member of Darlingside) during my ceremony and reception and incorporate special musical elements throughout the evening. As I walked down the aisle with my father, Darlingside played an Irish Jig that the band had written followed by a duet performed by my brothers.  The Pocket Band played Calypso and Reggae music as guests sipped ice teas served via a circular bar and relaxed by the water while lounging in wicker sofas and chairs. After cocktails, guests were invited into the main tent for dinner. Due to a string of unforeseen weather, Sperry created a village of tents which, along with an eclectic mix of lanterns strung from the ceiling by A Vista, added a bit of magic. On the tables, vintage milk vases were filled with white and green florals including cabbage roses, peonies, ranunculus, and hydrangeas and linens were mixed throughout to add a bit of texture.  Live music played in the background while guests enjoyed watermelon heart salad, beef tenderloin and sea bass. After dinner, we had a cake cutting accompanied by an a capella selection from Darlingside and then Jangling Reinharts brought up the tempo and we danced late into the night.

Entertainment: Jangling Reinharts, Darlingside + The Pocket Band / Wedding Cake: One Sweet Cake / Catering: Federal City / Wedding Dress: Modern Trousseau via Hitched Maids / Florist: Holly Heider Chapple Flowers LTD / Wedding Photography: Charlotte Jenks Lewis Photography / Wedding Planning: Bellafare / Rentals + Decor: A Vista + Party Rental Ltd. / Stationery: Sue Coe Designs / Tent: Sperry Tent / Sound: TEBJR / Lighting: Summit Event Productions / Bridal Party Trolley: Annapolis Trolley / Transportation: Chesapeake Charter

I really need to get the number of this Sydney bride’s aunt because she is one talented lady.  She single-handedly created the dream of a wedding dress below.  Put together with Badgley Mischka shoes and a lush bouquet of pink, peach and green roses the look is simply divine.  Of course, the debonair groom doesn’t look too shabby in his black-tie attire.  The rest of this spectacular event photographed by Milk & Honey is equally as elegant and chic.  See all the details in the full gallery!

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From Milk & Honey Photography…Emily and Dominic had a traditional Bahai ceremony surrounded by lots of family and friends at Doyle’s in Sydney’s Quay. The couple met up before the ceremony for their location session around Observatory Hill and The Rocks, Sydney. They walked down the aisle together and conducted their own ceremony in the traditional Bahai way, declaring their love for each other alongside prayers from family members. The day culminated in a reception at Waters Edge Venue with lots of dancing, great speeches and excellent food. Emily’s dress was made by her Aunty in Singapore and she chose some Badgley Mischka shoes to match.

From the Bride – Dominic and I met 10 years ago as friends of friends but never really spoke to each other. Six years later our paths crossed again due to our mutual love of pancakes, we met randomly at a Pancake restaurant for a group meal and we complimented each others choice of meal. Our wedding was 14th August 2010 at WatersEdge, the venue has a fantastic view of Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House. In one sentence I would describe my wedding as Extremely hectic to begin with but smooth as the day progressed. We handmade our invitations, name cards, guest list and ceremony programs. I walked down the aisle to a version of Fireflies by Owl City played on the Harp. Our first dance was our favorite song – Something About Us by Daft Punk. We were worried that people would misinterpret the lyrics but the music is just too beautiful!

Bride’s Shoes: Badgley Mischka / Wedding Dress: Aunt of the Bride / Ring Cushion: Sister of the Groom / Ceremony Location: Doyle’s in the Quay / Reception Location: WatersEdge / Wedding Photography: Milk & Honey Photography

We love a good barn party over here at SMP, but my adorable meter starts to rise when that barn just happens to be on an apple farm. Hello fab way to incorporate a subtle theme! This wedding by Blue Photo at See Canyon Fruit Ranch is a lovely example of what makes my meter start a risin’. With a casual, vintage chic feel and overflowing flowers from April Flowers – it makes for a gallery of images full of adorable!

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From the Bride…Daniel and I are high school sweethearts and dated for 5 and half years when we became engaged. We had dreamed about our wedding for a long time so when the time came to begin planning we were thrilled. We wanted our day to be light, fun and whimsical; we had a lot of friends and family coming from out-of-town so we wanted them all to truly enjoy themselves and celebrate. Our first vendor selection was the venue and from there, everything else fell in to place. We knew we wanted to get married on the Central Coast of California, where we live, and fell in love with See Canyon Fruit Ranch, an apple farm just outside of San Luis Obispo. The vintage chic look I had always envisioned fit perfectly with the ranch and I soon began looking at hundreds of SMP blog entries (not an exaggeration) for ideas and inspiration for the theme, décor and flowers.

I came to my florist, April Peet of April flowers, with so many different ideas; she really helped me to create a beautiful cohesive theme. Originally, my color palette was set to navy and yellow but April helped me to expand the palette to include beautiful corals, peaches and creams. We collected milk glass pieces for the flower arrangements and used an eclectic mix of them throughout the venue. We also used some of April’s mason jars and blue glass to add another whimsical element. DIY touches were throughout the wedding like the apple place cards and chalk board table numbers, my mother also created many of the handmade items at the wedding including Daniel’s gingham tie, the ring bearer pillow, table linens, decorative pillows and bunting.

The Central Coast has great food and wine so we wanted to reflect that in our menu. We chose our caterer, Two Cooks Catering, because they work exclusively with SLO County farmers and utilize locally grown produce and bake their own bread. We also selected local wines to feature the wine region of SLO County, including wineries Barrel 27 and Still Waters Vineyards and local brewery, Firestone.

Venue: See Canyon Fruit Ranch / Event Design: Allure Event Designs / Flowers: April Flowers / Wedding Photography: Blue Photo / Caterer: Two Cooks Catering / Wedding Cake: Cakes by Judy / Photo Booth: Snap Cubby / Wedding Invitations + Programs: Jen Simpson Design Handmade Paperie / Wedding Dress: Monique Lhuillier / Alterations + Veil: Whats Up Europe / Bridesmaid Dresses: Nostalgia By Kia Xiong / Bridesmaid Jewelry: Otis B. Jewelry / Groom’s Suit: Hugo Boss / Transportation: Classic Motoring Car Rentals

So in case you missed it…last week we announced an amazing giveaway from Jetsetter Homes that is literally a dream come true vacation! We’re talking five nights at Roaring Pavilion Villa in Ochos Rios, Jamaica for you and nine of your closest friends complete with an amazing pool, a personal chef, two spa attendants, five jet-skis, and as if that wasn’t enough, you’ll also get $5,000 to spend however you want! Don’t be crazy, click here to enter now, because there are only 8 days left! And while you’re there, don’t forget to check out their amazing deals on vacation homes all around the world! I’ve literally spent hours upon hours drooling over all the homes and trying to decide which house I want to rent for my next vacation. Good luck everyone! xoxo

There’s nothing that quite compares to the feeling of staring up at the snow-covered peaks of the Rocky Mountains.  That glorious mountain range still has the power to take my breath away, even after spending most of my life living amongst its loveliness.  And when you add that stunning backdrop to a fabulous affair such as this Canmore soiree by Corrina Walker Photography, well, you’ve got yourself a little slice of wedding heaven.  With gorgeous florals by The Nosegay, a bride in cowboy boots and a garden party meets rustic chic vibe, I think I have a new wedding to obsess over.  All coordinated by Lynn Fletcher Weddings, the pretty doesn’t stop here… Join me in the gallery for even more!

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From the Bride… It was a particularly Canadian courtship as Dave and I met at “the Brier,” the Canadian men’s curling finals in 2009 and we were engaged a year later while in attendance at a curling match at the Vancouver Olympics. We wanted to incorporate some fun elements of our story into our wedding and with the help of a team of wonderful vendors we did just that. Most important of all – we wanted to make our guests felt welcome and everyone to have fun!

We both grew up in Calgary, but we have family from across the country and we really wanted to have an event that highlighted our beautiful Canadian Rocky Mountains. We looked at a number of venues and we both fell in love with Silvertip – a gorgeous rustic location, up on the side of a mountain, with stunning vistas and a sophisticated seasonal menu. In planning our celebration, we wanted something timeless and classic, but fun and comfortable as well. We were inspired by the idea of a summer garden party, with lush blooms, scrumptious food and wonderful music floating on the air.

It was the little details that meant the most to us – the small Olympic mascots that peeked out from behind the pillows on the patio, the cigar bar honoring my Father who passed away four years ago, the portraits of our parents and grandparents on their wedding days and our “Wedding Quilt” guestbook which Dave’s Mom will help us quilt together as a keepsake were just a few of the ways we were able to share with our guests – to tell the story of who we are and what is important to us as a couple. The rain poured down on the morning of our wedding and our outdoor ceremony was moved indoors. It  turned out to be so intimate and beautiful – once I saw Dave standing at the end of the aisle – everything melted away and it was just him and I.  As we finished our ceremony and stepped outside, the skies cleared and the sun peaked out – the mist rising off the mountains made us feel like we were in a fairy tale. What made our wedding so meaningful to us was that we were able to share it with our friends and family and that we were able to enjoy it ourselves. We had so much fun and wouldn’t have changed a thing.

Wedding Photography: Corrina Walker Photography / Wedding Venue: Silvertip Resort / Wedding Coordinator: Lynn Fletcher Weddings / Hair + Make-up: Stephanie Roy, Styling Steph / Wedding Dress: Priscilla of Boston via Calla Bridal / Bridesmaid Dresses: Jenny Yoo via Frocks / Wedding Cake + Groom’s Cake: Barb Laberge of Cake Creations / Flowers: Heather Simms of The Nosegay / Salt Favors: The Salt Cellar / Wedding Ceremony Music: Music Mosaic / Cocktail Music: Kyemara / After Dinner Music: Dino Martinis / Wedding Videography: Alta Resort Productions / Stationery: Amanda Jones of Glimpz Invitations / Calligraphy: Hillary King of Calligraphy by Hillary / Macarons: M for Macaron / Bridal Jewelry: TEJANI

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Well folks, it doesn’t get more fun than this! With a ceremony on stage in theatre, board games as table numbers, a button-filled cake and Mario Brothers inspired cupcake tower, red swoon-worthy shoes, and a couple with loads of personality and charm – this wedding by Ryan Price Photography is the epitome of a good time! You don’t have to take my word for it, the show goes on in the full gallery of images!

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From Everything’s A Story …From the moment Lola and Robert became engaged, I knew their wedding was going to be a whirlwind of kitschy ideas with a unique focus on their favorite things. Both non-traditional, self-proclaimed nerds, the bride and groom really wanted to incorporate everything they loved into their big day, be it Matryoshka dolls and video-games, or 1950s style and sci-fi interests. They wanted their wedding to be fun and joyful, and wanted their guests to feel relaxed and included in the day’s celebration.

The ceremony was a reflection of Lola and Robert’s eclectic tastes. The wedding party walked down the aisle to Queen’s “Somebody to Love”. The flower-girl carried a “Here Comes the Bride” banner, and the ring bearer toted the rings in a hollowed out book. The couple professed their love to one another though “alien invasion or zombie apocalypse” and the groom pinned a broach made from his family tartan to the bride’s dress as a way to welcome her to his family.

Post-ceremony, guests enjoyed a cocktail hour of signature cocktails and a popcorn buffet at the theater bar, while the bride and groom used the stage at the theater, set to look like an old apartment, as the backdrop for some amazing photographs. Downtown 202, a historic warehouse-style building on the train tracks in downtown Bryan, TX, and the reception location, was only two blocks from the ceremony. So,we planned a parade of sorts for the entire wedding party and all the guests, complete with streamers,music (“One Love” by Bob Marley played as loud as possible) and a “Just Married” banner carried at the front of the lineup.

The “vintage with a twist” style carried through to the reception where guests were directed to their tables by escort cards with game pieces attached. The bride and groom share a love of games so we decided to use a different vintage game on each table as the centerpiece. Guests were encouraged to play the games, and discouraged from cheating. The bride is a writer and bibliophile, so we used old books throughout the décor, and tried to tie the titles of the books in with the games (“The Property Tax Handbook” with Monopoly, and “What Every Woman Should Know” near the bride’s cake). Each table was draped with a different vintage kitchen cloth. Chalkboards were used as menus, and vintage soda crates held flip-flop “dancing shoes” for the ladies in heels. The antique console behind the bride’s cake was set with vintage tins and framed wedding photos of the bride and groom’s parents and grandparents, so that they could include those family members who could not be with them as they celebrated their marriage. Guests also enjoyed a photo booth, and were encouraged to use the vintage style glasses, hats and jewelry we provided as props. They really didn’t need much encouragement! The photo strips were then placed in a scrapbook and guests were asked to write a message to the bride and groom so that the book could be kept as a memento. We also used the photo strips as wedding favors.

Ceremony Location: Stage Center Theater / Coordinator: Everything’s A Story / Reception Location: Downtown 202 / Wedding Photography: Ryan Price Photography / Event Planner: Everything’s A Story / Catering: Global Event Group / Wedding Cake: Cinderella Stories / DJ: RDM Audio / Wedding Videography: Rock Cottage Media

One of my favorite things is when I am surprised to read a bride’s description of her big day – and learn that so much of her wedding was handmade by herself, or her loving friends and family. With as talented as your LBBers are, I feel like I have that surprise waiting for me multiple times a week, and I love it. This California wedding, captured beautifully by Kathryn Krueger Photography, was one of those stunning DIY affairs that caught me off guard. The wedding was so filled with meaning – from the father of the bride’s bible, to the made-with-love truffles, to the VW Van which was lovingly restored by a friend of the bride – I may have just shed a tear or two. Make sure you click here for the full image gallery – it’s very much worth it.

I am through and through a California Girl. However, I chose a college in Texas and it was during grad school that I met my husband, a Texan. Our relationship developed in Texas, but I knew I wanted to have my wedding in California with all of the sunshine, the ocean air, and lifelong friends and family.

For colors I wanted everything to be black (what can I say, it’s the signature color of my wardrobe) but added white, because it is a wedding after all. It was suggested to me to have an accent color by my event planner. I love sunshine and thought yellow was a perfect California color. I insisted on the flowers girls wearing dresses that they could wear again and picked out beautiful black satin bubble-hemmed dresses that I felt were a sophisticated touch at the wedding.

Because of my family situation – my father passed away from lung cancer when I was in college, and my mother was not in a position to pay for a wedding – expenses for the wedding fell to my husband and myself. We worked really hard to find a unique and beautiful location that would not require a ton of decor to feel “finished” and thanks to my good friend and event planner, Kimberly Downey, we were able to do just that. Our friends own the barn we were married outside of and held the reception in.

So much of our wedding was a “family affair” but with my good friends that are like family. Everyone from the photographer, to the venue owners, florist, baker, and planner are close friends that happen to have skills suited for a wedding. My husband and I felt supremely blessed for such connections. One of our favorite personal touches was that instead of a groom’s cake, we had a friend make “oreo cake balls” to compliment the cake that were white and black and suited the look of our wedding as well as our taste buds. Additionally, I wore my sister’s Vera Wang wedding gown and couldn’t have been happier to be married in such a divine garment that was borrowed! I also had my jewelry custom made by my friend and jewelry designer Summer Ellis. My earrings were found vintage pieces that she made into earrings. I gave my bridesmaids each a pair of earrings that Summer and I designed together.

The day could not have been more perfect. The guys started the day with a straight razor shave at the Montecito Barber. We chose to see each other before hand so we could enjoy the entirety of our reception and honor all of our out of town guests by being as present as possible. I was escorted to the aisle by my two guy friends that were like brothers to me growing up. My mother then walked me down the aisle and I carried my father’s bible. It truly was as special as I had hoped. Dinner consisted of gourmet burgers made by “The Ranch” – a long time fav of mine. The bar outside the barn and tall tables for guests to enjoy cocktail hour drinks while the burgers were made to order got friends old and new to mingle and enjoy the evening.

At the end of the evening we exited to special sparklers obtained by Kimberly (her father works in special effects for films and knew some pyro technics guys) and at the end of the tunnel of guests I was overwhelmed to see my father’s VW Van waiting as our get-a-way car. One of my best friends had got the Van up and running again and others had washed, cleaned, and waxed the vehicle. The “Just Married” sign on the back brought everything together in such a special way.

Photography: Kathryn Krueger Photography / Cinematography: Brian Sadler / Flowers: Jessica Raymond / Event Planning & Design: Kimberly Brook Downey / Ceremony Location: The Barn, Eucalyptus Lane / Reception Location: The Barn, Eucalyptus Lane / Invitations: Hole in the Roof / Shoes: Seychelles / Earrings: Summer Ellis / Caterer: The Ranch / Cake Balls: Sarah Nazarian

Sometimes the most beautiful things are the things that are most important to us.  Such was the case with this seriously dreamy Mount Prospect wedding by averyhouse.  Though tradition and culture took precedence over design and details this couple put together one stunning event with a mix of classic elements, traditional Korean ceremony and beautiful florals.  Rush over to the full gallery to see it all!

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From the Bride…We’re old fashioned.  Our seven-year courtship began unremarkably with a few casual lunches as co-workers but we eventually fell in love over the phone while my now-husband was away in the Army.  Over the better part of the last decade, we got to know each other intimately through conversation.  There were long stretches of time where limited opportunities for contact tested our relationship.  Sometimes months would pass before I would finally receive a call from somewhere in the desert or the jungle.  We learned that although we came from different backgrounds and have different interests, we share the same values, most notably a belief in the importance of heritage and an appreciation for the beauty of tradition.

Naturally, paying tribute to what was important to us took precedence over aesthetics during the wedding planning process.  There was no single guiding theme or design scheme that provided inspiration for the ceremony and the reception.  We married in the church that my husband attended as a child and our reception featured the traditional Korean pae-baek wedding ceremony.  My husband wore his dress uniform, with its various pins and badges revealing to the guests just what had been keeping us apart all these years.  Despite the eclectic collection of activities and décor, our talented photographers Stevi and Matt of Avery House managed to capture the joyous conclusion of our long journey.

Wedding Photography: averyhouse / Venue, Catering + Wedding Cake: Midori Banquet / Florist: Jae Sim / Entertainment: Scott Park of Sweet Soundz / Bride’s Shoes: Badgley Mischka / Jewelry: Palen / Photo Booth: Smilebooth

I’m a lover of all things vintage chic, so it pretty much goes without saying that this totally fabulous engagement session (uber-stunning couple included) had me at hello.  And with some gorgeous retro garb (I am pretty certain my closet is in need of BOTH of those dresses ASAP), a couple of crazy cool fedoras and one breathtaking image after another by Melissa Prosser Photography, this “Harlem Renaissance” themed shoot is all kinds of awesome.  Trust me, you don’t want to miss a moment of lovely, so join me in the gallery for even more!

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From Melissa Prosser Photography… Brandi and Terrance are such an adorable couple. They are hosting a “Harlem Renaissance” themed wedding in November and wanted to give a nod to the theme in their engagement session.  Brandi scavenged for vintage hats and clothing while Terrance was looking dapper in a three-piece suit and multiple hats!  We chose to go into downtown Decatur, Georgia to give a little bit of that old world feel to the session.  We were even allowed to play bar in a local pub!  Then we walked around the courthouse.  It was a fabulous shoot with an amazing couple.

Photography: Melissa Prosser Photography / Locations: The Brick Store + Decatur Courthouse

I could NOT be more excited to share this fabulously whimsical wedding captured by Katie Osgood. Seriously, there are legit ants in my pants. Well, not legit – but let’s just say I did a little jig at the sight of each and every image. So it shouldn’t be a huge shock when I promise this soiree provides a huge dose of happiness wrapped up in one pretty little post. Jimmy Choos, TOMS, glitter and confetti – ladies and gents, does it get any better? After looking at all the party perfect pretty in the full gallery, I think you would agree with me that it indeed does not!

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From the Bride…My vision started with the concept of the New York skyline. I use to sit by my office window and as summer turned to winter and I remember these beautiful sunsets. The grey buildings turned to indigo and the different colored hues of orange, peach and mauve just made my day at work feel so much better looking out the window. The metallics represented the city lights and the fun that would start once my day of work was over, meeting friends for a great meal and a fantastic cocktail!

The geometric centerpieces not only showed a relationship to the ceiling panels in the reception hall at Maritime Parc but also to downtown Manhattan and how from any angle you look at NYC it will always be beautiful.

Wedding Photography: Katie Osgood Photography / Assistant Photographer: Heather East / Wedding Videography: Visualanties / Floral Design: In Bloom New York / Confetti: Confetti Systems / Venue, Catering + Wedding Cake: Maritime Parc / Event Planning, Place Cards + Table Numbers: Lara Kahn / Graphic Design: Miss Pickles Press (design) / DJ: Jeffery Tonnessen / Cake Topper: Confetti Systems / Groom’s Suit: Hugo Boss / Bow Tie: Charvet / Wedding Dress: Paloma Blanca / Bride’s Shoes: Jimmy Choo + TOMS

If seersucker and pretty frocks by Lilly Pulitzer are on your faves list then you are in the exact right place.  Jemma Coleman Photography sent us a photo shoot inspired by Palm Beach and all things preppy with a pretty factor that is seriously through the roof. Add to that a color palette that has our hearts all a flutter and bright, scrumptious florals by Touch of Paradise and we have ourselves a Florida affair not to be forgotten. Be sure to stop by the gallery for a whole lot more!

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From Jemma Coleman Photography…A fashionable & tropical inspiration shoot set in the breezy beach town of Jupiter, FL – the theme is “Palm Beach Prep”. We were inspired by the classic preppy style of the ivy-league-ers and Nantucket northerners that call this place home in the colder months and who have therefore rubbed off on all we Southerners over the years so that we’ve come to embrace their style and sense of living and incorporate it into our own.

Starting with oh-so-preppy blue striped seersucker linens and white hemstitch napkins as a classic preppy base from Atlas Party Rentals, we added tropical & local florals by Touch of Paradise, bamboo furniture & napkin rings, traditional china, and delectable foods reminiscent of the northeast by Rockstar Catering. Rope silverware represents our connection to the ocean & sailing. Our delicious signature drink – aptly named the Nantucket Red featured southern grown blueberries and watermelon.

For attire, our priority was traditional preppy style with seaside flair! The groom wore Nantucket Red Polo Ralph Lauren trousers, a smart white shirt & vest from Nordstrom, Brooks Brothers bow tie (with adorable sea creatures!), and Johnston & Murphy deer-hide oxfords & belt. The bride modeled a gorgeous Amsale ballgown provided by Boca Raton Bridal, complete with useful pockets for a wonderfully classic look. The bridesmaids were decked out in Lilly Pulitzer (the original Palm Beach Prep!) dresses and shoes with eye-catching jewelry from fabulous Etsy artists. All three ladies had their hair “prepped” by amazing local hair stylist, Erin Frazee. Our adorable doggy modeled a Vineyard Vines leash and a collar by Etsy artist, Pecan Pie Puppies.

For dessert, our pastry chef, The Sugar Monkey, pulled off the most adorable assortment of treats and cookies featuring starfish & beautiful flowers made from sugar. The cake was a simple yet elegant piece of art bringing the theme inspiration together perfectly. We had an amazing paper suite designed for us by Make Merry featuring stripes and a coral motif all wrapped up in a bamboo paper belt and starfish to set it all off.

Shoot Styling + Photography: Jemma Coleman Photography / Linens, Tabletop, China, Glassware, Chairs + Utensils: Atlas Party Rental / Wedding Gown: Amsale via Boca Raton Bridal / Models: Wyatt Hoover, Lilly Marshall, Sarah McKenzie, Jessica Whitehead / Wedding Cake + Desserts: Sugar Monkey / Bridesmaid Dress + Shoes: Lilly Pulitzer / Florist + Table Decor: Touch of Paradise / Catering + Signature Drink: Rockstar Catering / Paper Suite: Make Merry / Hair + Make-up: Erin Frazee of Allagio Salon / Groom’s Attire: Ralph Lauren, Brooks Brothers, Johnston & Murphy + Nordstrom / Starfish Hair Clips, Starfish Garter, Starfish Headband: Sand’n’Surf Creations / Lobstah Bracelets: Joolz Hayworth / Bride’s Shell Earrings: Definitely Different / Hand-beaded Necklaces: Governor’s Daughter / Starfish Boutonniere: Landlocked Mermaid / Bow-tie Dog Collar: Pecan Pie Puppies / Sea Creatures Dog Leash: Vineyard Vines

Your Thursday is about to go up a notch in the fabulous department with a stunning Honolulu affair that can only be described as tropical wedding perfection.  And with a breathtaking beachside location, beautiful orchid-filled blooms by Passion Roots, floating candles and a pair of gorgeous Jimmy Choos, this soiree has me dreaming of a Hawaiian vacation ASAP.  All planned to perfection by Seasons of Life Events and photographed by Absolutely Loved Photography, there is an entire gallery of swoon-worthy moments just waiting to fill your day with pretty.  Join me there for even more!

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From the Bride… We envisioned a day to celebrate friends and family, and our new extended, and local, Hawaii family. We wanted a low-key and casual, but elegant day with local flair, so searching for the right venue was first on the agenda. Ultimately we chose a private oceanfront estate close to town where we could feel like we would be hosting a family get-together at home.

Next was the dress– which amazingly I knew I had found on the second day of searching, and bought right off the rack!  As for touches and details– orchids were not only my favorite flower but also my husband’s late mother’s favorite flower, so our floral motif focused on orchids, from garlands in the aisle and table & place settings to welcome leis for guests who had traveled long distances to share our day with us. In keeping with each of our connection to Hawaii, I wore orchids in my hair and we exchanged fragrant pikake and maile leis at the altar. I walked down the aisle to Maunaleo– a hauntingly beautiful Hawaiian song played by a solo guitar.

To make the house even more of a reflection of us, we displayed family photos in the living room, including some old photos of our parents and siblings, as well as a picture of us and our pups who waited for us back home on the mainland. Although it rained during dinner and off and on during the reception, it allowed for amazing effects in the pool and we all enjoyed a cozy evening of laughter and friendship. We even had a cream puff tower as a part of our assortment of local desserts. Special moments? It was all memorable, even when it poured!

Wedding Photography: Stefanie and Anna Riedel of Absolutely Loved Photography / Floral Design: Passion Roots / Event Planning: Seasons of Life Events / Wedding Ceremony + Reception Location: Ocean Front Oasis / Wedding Invitations: Something Blue / Bride’s Shoes: Jimmy Choo / Catering: Kahala Catering / Wedding Cake: A Cake Life / Cream Puffs: Beard Papa’s / Linens: Les Saisons / Favors: Big Island Candies

From the moment I first laid eyes on the Metropolitan Building, I was hooked. The urban feel of the space, the cool vintage curiosities, the way it translates into a wedding venue… pure heaven. And with a DIY couple and a dream team of vendors on board including Documentary Photographer Minnow Park and Portrait Photographer Connie Wang, day-of-coordinator extraordinaire Talida Bakes and a slew of yummy treats courtesy by Nine Cakes, this wedding is sky-rocketing to the top of our favorites list. And talk about DIY queen, the lovely Bride made her very own dress. Yep, that gorgeous frock is 100% handmade by the Mrs. Ok, now I am officially impressed. See it all in one pretty spot!

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From Talida Bakes…As a close friend of the bride, I knew Cheryl and Joe’s wedding would be great. Cheryl is a “Jill of all trades”, as she can make anything and everything herself. Cheryl and Joe were married last September at the beautiful Metropolitan Building in Long Island City, where they created the most tailored and romantic setting for a wedding. There was hardly a thing in the room that wasn’t made by Cheryl, Joe, or one of their friends.

It was the ultimate DIY wedding since Cheryl sewed her own dress. Being in fashion, she had such a specific dress in mind that making it herself was really the only option. It took her 3 months, but she had the dress of her dreams. She also made the gorgeous necklace she adorned, as well as the jewelry worn by all the bridesmaids. And the bridesmaid dresses were bought from J.Crew, but Cheryl customized the dresses according to each girl’s style. Cheryl’s coworker tailored Joe’s suit for a perfect fit, and they recruited menswear line 3sixteen to design custom ties for the groomsmen.

Friends helped gather bottles over the months to contribute to the gathered look of the centerpieces. Cheryl purchased vintage wooden spools from eBay for the escort cards and spooled them with thread in their wedding colors. The favors, jars of button shaped chocolates, were lovingly made by Cheryl and friends. And on top of all this, Cheryl herself designed the entire suite of wedding stationery.

Not only did Cheryl and Joe have the eye for designing their entire wedding, but they had so many friends help pitch in to make the day happen as they dreamed. When asked what was the best part of the wedding, they said, “What made our wedding most meaningful was having so many people help out and share the day with us. We really couldn’t ask for better friends and family.

Venue: Metropolitan Building / Wedding Dress + Jewelry: Cheryl Szabo / Hair: Kenneth Salon / Groom’s Suit: J.Crew / Groom’s + Groomsmen’s Ties: 3sixteen / Documentary Photographer: Minnow Park Photography / Engagement + Portrait Photographer: Connie Wang Photography / Wedding Cake: Nine Cakes / Caterer: Fallier Catering / Day-Of Coordinator: Talida Bakes / Flowers: Hanaeflora

You just know when you go to a wedding at The Rod and Gun Club that it’s gonna be a good time! I love this laid back couple’s approach to their big day…they just wanted to create a fun day that everyone would remember. Summer Street Photography was on hand to capture all the pretty-pretty details like the beautiful lace dress that the bride’s grandmother handmade, the gorgeous bunches of hydrangeas, and the wonderful and no doubt delicious display of donuts. I’m telling you, this wedding is quickly climbing to the top of my charts! Click here for even more of this fun and festive day!

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From the Bride….When Seth proposed to me in August of last year with his ridiculously sweet video, it completely set the tone for the wedding we would have. No matter what we did, we knew it had to be fun. I tried not to over-complicate things and stuck with one bridesmaid (my sister), one groomsman (Seth’s brother). The hardest part was finding the reception venue that fit in our budget and style. We did our best to get the most bang for our buck, while at the same time not losing our sanity. We highly recommend our vendors from that day, Kendra and Matt at Summer Street Photography, DJ Ken, Jillian at New England Rentals, and Brian at Maynard Rod and Gun Club. They were all absolutely phenomenal!

From Summer Street Photography…When we arrived at the Rod and Gun Club in Maynard, Massachusetts and heard rifles firing in the distance, we knew it was going to be an awesome wedding. They choose elements that truly reflected their warm, laid-back personalities such as opting for a doughnut dessert spread over a traditional wedding cake, having her grandmother hand make her wedding gown, installing a guest photo booth under a moose head mount and serving barbecue on vintage place settings. After the sweetest first look we’ve ever seen, we headed to the church stopping to capture a few portraits of them at their favorite roadside ice cream stand and apple orchard. Following the joyful and teary eyed ceremony they headed back to the Rod and Gun Club to be showered with loving toasts from their friends and family. We stole them away from the dance party just in time to capture a few sunset portraits in a nearby field of goldenrod flowers. An awesome wedding indeed.

Wedding Photography: Summer Street Photography / Day of Coordination, Decor + Rentals: New England Vintage / Ceremony Location: St. Rose of Lima / Reception Location: Maynard Rod and Gun Club / Flowers: Mugford’s Flower Shoppe / Catering: Firefly’s BBQ / Donuts: Kane’s Donuts / DJ: DJ Ken Drew / Invitation Printing: Arnold’s Copy and Printing / Wedding Dress: Bride’s Grandmother / Fabric & Dress Notions: F&S Fabrics / Bride’s Hair Flowers: EmersonMade / Bride’s Shoes: Frye Boots / Groom’s Shoes: Converse / Groom’s Shirt: Rochester Big and Tall

We’re wrapping up another fabulous wedding Wednesday with this super fun and energy filled Lincoln fete. We’re loving the simple, red tulip bouquet, the pretty vintage dress worn not only by this beautiful bride, but also her mother and her grandmother, and the red, white and blue bowtie rocked by the groom. There are so many fun filled and meaningful details in this fabulous wedding captured perfectly by Dixie Pixel that it’s a total no brainer when I tell you that you need to get over to the gallery asap!

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From the Bride…One of the interests my husband and I share is a love of vintage – of things of the past. With that in mind, it was easy to decide the focus of our wedding: the dress I chose to wear was not only my mother’s dress, but my grandmother’s dress. She purchased it in the 1950’s and I swoon when she reminds me that she had “express ordered it from New York City!” Since New York was where my husband and I met, it all seemed to come together so perfectly. The bow ties, the red lips, shoes and flowers, the wedding cake my mother made for us, all the details were in line. It was such a spectacular day and looking back at the photos I’m reminded that we had the kind of celebration we had hoped for: an old soul wedding to kick off our brand new life together.

From Dixie Pixel…Jessica grew up in Lincoln, Nebraska, and Matt in a small Kansas town.  They met after both moved to New York to begin their careers.  It was only fitting that they return the mid-west for their wedding.  The ceremony was held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in downtown Lincoln, Nebraska.  Jessica was stunning in her “Oma’s” (grandmother’s) and mother’s wedding dress, a tea-length eyelet gown.  The pearls Jessica wore also belonged to her “Oma” (grandmother).

The flowers were beautifully simple, as Jessica carried a bouquet of single red tulips, and Matt sported a red rose to compliment his red, white and blue bow tie. Matt & Jessica invited their priest from NYC to come to Lincoln to marry them.  He had their marriage blessed by the Pope!  After the ceremony, guests released 100 red balloons as the couple descended the steps of the church.  They scheduled the reception to begin 2 hours after the ceremony ended so they could go to different locations around Lincoln for their photos.  The reception was very relaxed and simple.  A family style dinner was served to 150 guests at the Ridnour Room (located in the Haymarket in Lincoln).  A local cover band, Hard Knox played music spanning from the 50’s to the 90’s.

Wedding Photography: Dixie Pixel / Ceremony Location: St. Mary’s Catholic Church / Reception: Apothecary Loft – Ridnour Room / Hair: Megan McBride / Wedding Dress: Bride’s Mother’s and Grandmother’s / Wedding Cake: Mother of the Bride / Invitations: The Groom / Catering: Carlene Sullivan / Floral: Hy-Vee / Photo Booth: Photo Booth Experts

Many a wedding captures my heart but the ol’ ticker beats triple time for whimsical affairs full of personality and today Aharon Hill Photography is delivering the goods. A perfectly styled library played backdrop followed by a family bbq dinner complete with custom bibs. Oh and the busts on the mantel? Even they got a fabulous makeover. This is definitely one of those affairs that you do not want to miss a single second of. Go ahead and click here for the FULL day of awesome.

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From Aharon Hill Photography…Instead of focusing on an inflated guest list, Lauren decide that her wedding would be tiny, but packed with style.  So they invited only family and a few friends… and focused on many amazing DIY details.  The theme was, “imagine,” and encompassed lots of dreamy elements.

The wedding backdrop was Lauren’s parents’ library, where Lauren and her mother spent many hours re-covering every single book in white paper, and writing the title and author on the spine.  Lauren accessorized the library shelves with metallics, whites and varying shades of blue.  In each chair there was a “pop out streamer,” which each guest popped when Lauren and Matt exited the library for the first time as a married couple (oooh yeah, and  Lauren’s cognac diamond was cruelty-free, and the bands were made from recycled gold!!).

After the wedding, Lauren and Matt treated their guests to a sit down dinner, decorated with DIY bunting, carnival-like napkin-rings, custom-crafted “Lauren and Matt” bibs (bar-b-que was served), wedding beer (specially brewed by Matt!!), silver candelabras, and white busts wearing one-of-a-kind party hats!  After dinner, the wedding party had lots of fun sipping on made-to-order drinks, playing with fake mustaches, and dancing to Lady Gaga (Lauren’s fave!).

The J’Adore banner that decorated the cake table, also doubled as a fun photo prop at the end of the night… just before the guests collected their homemade fruit pie party favors, and saw Lauren and Matt off sparkler-style!

Wedding Photography: Aharon Hill Photography / Styling: The Bride (Lauren Lee-Crane) / Mustaches, Banner, Flags + Sign: Erica of Tinsel and Twine / Engagement Ring: Kristen Coffin

Up next in our lovely Wedding Wednesday lineup is this uber-stunning San Luis Obispo affair by Sarah Kathleen Photography.  Simply brimming with one insanely gorgeous detail after another (including some beautiful blooms by April Flowers, pretty pink bridesmaid dresses and wonderful DIY details galore), I’ve developed quite the crush on this charming vintage chic meets rustic (meets awesome) soiree.  So be sure to join me in the gallery for every last ounce of lovely and for even more wedding goodness of the California kind, head on over to SMP California!

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From the Bride… After visiting at Tiber Canyon Ranch for the first time, we fell in love with the location and knew that it had to be our venue. We loved the openness and vintage touches throughout and also knew we wanted our wedding to have a soft, romantic vintage feel.  We wanted it to be small and intimate and a time for us to have all the people we love come together and celebrate our love for each other.

My favorite memory of the day was when I first caught eyes with Matt when I was walking down the aisle. I was so afraid of tripping and was so nervous to walk down the steps, but when I caught eyes with him I truly felt a sense of relief and the confidence I needed. I know all I had to do was look at him and everything was going to be okay. It was truly a magical feeling I will never forget. If I could pick a 2nd favorite memory it would be the dinner. It was so important to Matt and I to have a really good dinner and have it served family style where everyone could sit together. Being able to sit back with my husband and take time during dinner and see all the planning come together was an amazing feeling.

The only advice I would give to planning-brides is to do your research and ask around for ideas and opinions of different vendors. We saved a lot by borrowing things from friends and family to use at the wedding instead of renting or buying it. I was on the internet all the time looking for good deals, finding inspiration and trying to find out how I could make something instead of buying it. There are tons of free templates online that can be used and it is so much fun to get together with family and friends and be able to put your own touch on them. The memories I have from the planning and crafting I did with my mom, friends and family are memories I will never forget and were such a fun part of the planning process.

Wedding Photography: Sarah Kathleen Photography / Wedding Venue: Tiber Canyon Ranch / Catering: Pacific Harvest Catering / Florist: April Flowers / Bakery: Two Little Birds Bakery / Hair + Make-up: Asha at Salon Lux / DJ: John Walker / Wedding Dress: Casablanca via Down the Aisle