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Romantics, Don’t Miss This Impossibly Sweet California Wedding

All we can say is wow! This romantic and elegant wedding design is giving us all the feels. From dinner under a canopy of twinkling lets to a sweets station that will stop you in your tracks, we are loving every detail of this celebration. Start to finish, Details Darling perfectly curated every element of the day. All the beautiful moments were lovingly captured by Valorie Darling Photography. Get your pinning finger ready and head on over to the full gallery, you’re not going to want to miss this one.

From Details Darling… The vibe of the wedding was to have everything feel very romantic with lots of blush, creams, and whites. Through florals, we echoed this look with lots of whimsical greenery and romantic blooms. From a beautifully draped ceremony pergola to greenery lining the stairway banisters as guests entered into the reception.

The reception was composed of farm tables topped with Aurora Ivory La Tavola table runners, and rounds were dressed up in beautifully textured Lacy Pearl linens. While all the tables had beautiful organically shaped floral arrangements, the long head table looking out over the LA skyline had a show-stopping blooming garland.

There was no better way to create a romantic evening than to have a canopy of string lights lighting up the sky above the reception. It lit up the sky and really brought the romantic feel we were going for to a whole new level.

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You’ll Love The Cable Car At This Stylish San Francisco Wedding

We’ve heard about arriving in style, but how about in your very own cable car?! This couple transported their entire bridal party from the ceremony to reception in a quintessential San Francisco way for a big wow. The inspired ballroom celebration, beautifully orchestrated by Bustle Events, was dripping with greenery throughout the space. The sweet snaps of the day were artfully captured by Anna Marks Photography. Visit the full gallery for a closer look at all the darling details.

From Bustle Events… The bride and groom married at the iconic Saints Peter and Pauls Church surrounded by their family and friends from all over. After the ceremony, Katie, Phil, and their bridal party hopped on a cable car and made their way to the Bentley Reserve for their reception.

The reception space reflected the couple’s love for modern clean lines and still had touches of organic and boho style. We started with a modern edgy place setting consisting of black, warm gold and greys. Laura’s Floras created the most beautiful green and white centerpieces with lots of overflowing vines and greenery.

After dinner guests enjoyed cake from the couple’s favorite bakery Susie Cakes and in honor of Phils New Orleans roots the bridesmaid participated in the cake pull from the groom’s cake. Guests danced the night away and delighted in the magic of the day.

A Whimsical Garden Wedding With Pops of Periwinkle Fit for a Southern Belle!

This whimsical garden wedding planned by Samantha Anderson Events will instantly brighten your day! From a darling color scheme of periwinkle, lavender, natural greens, and warm autumnal accents to the bride’s romantic floral gown… there’s just so much pretty here to help you get inspired. Not to mention the sweetest floral arrangements from Propogate Studio that are every bride’s dream. See all the southern charm at the full gallery, captured by Tenth and Grace!

From Samantha Anderson Events… Cassie and Drew’s wedding design featured a whimsical, garden aesthetic. Blush tones with pops of periwinkle, lavender, natural greens, and warm autumnal accents made their pastel-hued color palette perfect for the fall season!

Long guest tables were lined with ornate candelabras, hand-wrapped in foraged wood-like vines, and accented with juicy late fall/winter fruits like pomegranates, blackberries, and figs nestled into the tabletop display.

A mix of soft, pastel and striped linen tables were topped with gold compotes overflowing with florals and greenery surrounded by blush taper candles which provided a soft glow throughout the space. Overhead lighting with trailing, natural greenery was strung throughout the tent.

A 360-Lounge set featured coordinating pillows and was centered around a show-stopping floral arrangement constructed in a stone urn. Placed near the coordinating stripe fabricated bar, the lounge area was the perfect spot for guests to grab a drink, get cozy on a sofa, and sip and catch up with friends.

The photo booth was done up with a plush, periwinkle sofa with growing vines and florals on a personalized marble backdrop. The escort display featured a watercolor map with the couple’s favorite Charleston landmarks dictating tables and guests seat assignments. The mix of pastel accents, warm candlelight, and unique design elements truly brought their romantic, garden vision to life!

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Round Up: Statement Chairs

Here’s the deal, we love a nice little hack that can economically bring the style of your home from a 5 to a 10, and nothing does that quite as well as a statement chair.

We have a strong argument to believe that the type of chair you put in your home can define your style.

Typically, accent chairs like to come in pairs and work together to define the look of your home.

A statement chair is typically a singular chair that is placed in your home to do what the name insinuates — make a statement. Now these can also come in pairs, but a statement chair also gives you the flexibility and freedom to act on a GREAT find without feeling the need to make it a set.

Statement chairs also typically break outside of the classic definition of styles — meaning we could try to sound smart and name these chairs but we’d get like 9/10 wrong.

But, the best thing about the statement chair is its ability to make even the MOST mundane space jazz up. So whether you’re renting, filling out your first home or slowly replacing your college furniture, getting a *good* chair can really step up your style.

So now that we’ve given a little background information, the real beauty of these chairs comes when looking at them, so take a look and getchu a statement chair for your own home! And at the bottom, we linked up some of our favorite statement chairs for your general perusing.

1. Dynamic Duo

What’s better than a statement chair? A statement chair with a little leg-lifting buddy.

from: bradytolbert

2. Velvet Beauty

Velvet is really having a moment, especially in chair form.

from: daytripstudio

3. Bold Color

Feelin’ a little bold? Go for color! This is a great way to experiment with different colors with just a smidge of commitment.

from: marieflanniganinteriors

4. Kid’s Room

Take advantage of the fact that kids rooms are supposed to be fun and whimsy and choose a statement chair accordingly!

from: madredallas

5. Subtly Exotic

The great thing about this chair is that it has a traditional body with a COOL frame. It’s classic with a bit of spice.

from: palomacontrerasdesign

6. The Hallway Icon

Another amazing thing about the statement chair is its ability to jazz up even the most unsuspecting of places — like the hallway! Don’t underestimate the power of this tool.

from: redesignhomellc

photo: stofferphotographyinteriors

7. Tres Chic, Tres Détendue

Has relaxing ever looked so chic? No, we think not. And has an earthy temperature ever looked so chic? No, it has not.

from: caro_kmartin

We’ll be back with accent chair information because it’s a true home decorating power tool.

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A Luxe Monochromatic Dubai Wedding That Wows

This ultra-cool wedding didn’t use any flowers in the reception design! The result? A luxe paradise you can’t take your eyes off of. Tropical leaves popped against a monochromatic color scheme at this destination Dubai celebration. Save The Date Weddings seamlessly planned the perfect day, complete with choreographed dance routines underneath a lush green ceiling installation that will leave you breathless. The stunning scenery and sweet moments were beautifully captured by Maria Sundin Photography. Take a trip to Dubai and enjoy all the glamour in the full gallery.

From Save The Date Weddings… This was a glamorous multicultural destination wedding in Dubai. The groom is from America, however both the bride and groom have Nigerian heritage, therefore the wedding had a traditional element.

We did this wedding without flowers, we only used tropical leaves, a monochromatic style, and modern elements. From the acrylic invitations to the custom made ceremony backdrop every detail was well thought out.

The entire celebration was filled with style, elegance, and extravagance. It was a destination wedding that was certainly worth it for guests to travel for!

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Bold Blue Living Room Filled with DIY Hacks

This living room tour by Chari Herndon is just FAB. They way she spiced up her furniture with some bold DIY hacks proves that you can do anything that you put your mind to. We’re obsessed.

I get so many questions about my bold and colorful space, and how I maximized the space in a smaller living room. I decorated my 805sqft uptown Houston apartment on a budget.

I purchased all of my decor, accents , and furniture from Wayfair, IKEA, and Target. I completed DIY hacks on my IKEA coffee table, bookshelf, and barcart (I love a good IKEA hack).

Color, is one thing I am not afraid of in my home, and cobalt blue and gold reign true in my space. My artwork was commissioned by the artist, Whitey Austin, who created my 3 one of a kind canvas paintings for my space. It’s always been a dream of mine to own black artwork, and these three paintings are my most prized possessions. I am the blogger behind chichomestyle. Com.

I love entertaining, so I wanted to style a space that’s welcoming, but also is a reflection of my bold and bubbly personality. A space that is lively and full of color.

I have often times felt restricted as to what I can do with a a space I’m renting. It’s pushed me to be more creative with my styling, and design choices, and I think I’ve successfully designed a home that is the perfect reflection of me!

Photographer: Arzu Vargas Photography | Home: AMLI Uptown | Interior Decorator & Blogger: Chari Herndon

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An Autumn Estate Wedding That Overflows With Elegance

Hello gorgeous! If you love classic elegance, then this is the wedding inspiration for you. From a candlelit barn ceremony filled with greenery as far as the eye could see to a ballroom reception that will take your breath away, we are adoring every inch of this celebration! Outdoing themselves as always Faye and Renee Floral And Event Design created a fairytale experience from start to finish, and the magic of Lauren Fair Photography was there to capture it all in swoon-worthy pictures. Head on over to the full gallery, this is one you won’t want to miss!

From the bride… We envisioned the day as an elegant, timeless aesthetic with French estate glamour and an intimate feel. I always dreamed of wearing Galia Lahav on my wedding day, and it was a dream come true when I stepped into my custom long-sleeve lace gown sparkling from head to toe and draped with pearls.

We imagined a romantic, luxurious, modern fairytale ceremony dripping with green and white flowers from floor to ceiling, and lots and lots of candles. As I walked down the aisle the sun was setting, the violins were playing and the barn was overflowing with white and green flowers. It was such a romantic moment that I’ll never forget.

One of my favorite moments was when Joe and I walked into the ballroom to see the rest of my vision come to life! Faye and Renee Floral And Event Design were there to greet us and the raw emotion we had in that moment will never be forgotten, I was speechless!

Photography: Lauren Fair Photography | Reception Venue: Ashford Estate | Floral + Design: Faye and Renee Floral and Event Design | Paper Goods: Darling And Pearl

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7 Must-Know Rules for Creating the Perfect Gallery Wall

What’s the last thing you do when you’re getting ready to go out on Friday night? Put jewelry on, right? It’s the final step that completes your look. Well, I like to think about my home the same exact way, from glowing candles tucked in corners to luxe throws and of course, art on the walls. Ah, the gallery wall—the one thing we all still have on our home to do list. Well, throw procrastination out the door friends because we’ve got Agata Dimmich of Passion Shake walking us through the step-by-step today!

From Agata Dimmich of Passion Shake… My favorite part of each interior project is definitely decorating! In case you thought I preferred having concrete on my face, paint under my nails, cleaning or have a back pain from carrying furniture, nope. I don’t. I’m much more happy when I get to play with the pretty things – like hanging Art.

The most important thing about the gallery wall is WHAT the wall says and I guess if my could speak, we would be having a relaxed kind of conversations. I’m definitely one of these people who like to be surrounded by pretty pieces which get me in a good mood, nothing too heavy or dark. So, today I will share with you a few tips and tricks I follow each time when hanging art.

1. Choose color palette

This is quite important, unless you are going for a totally eclectic and random look. To make your gallery wall coherent, try to think about main colors you want to see and choose your art accordingly (I would go with 3 main colors, in my case it was pink (kind of predictable!) gray and white + a few side colors. On my wall you can see pops of black + brownish + green.

2. Mix your Art

Try to choose different kinds of art and different sizes to create interesting look and then mix them all up – I have used – graphic art, watercolor, typography with my own framed photography, a DIY art…and a hat.

3. Frame your art

Somebody once told me that the frames should be chosen for the art not for a room – hence even if you think that a gold, antique frame would go great with your room decor, maybe it’s not the best choice for a modern, graphic poster. I think you got the point. Of course it is important to keep in mind, the look of the room, when choosing frames but make sure they enhance the art you are going to place inside or go for neutral, light frames like I did.

4. Now comes the hard part

How do I hang my art? I’m not sure if I’m an expert but I have hung art a few times in my life so I can share with you my experience. Once your art is framed, arrange it on a floor to see how much space it takes when grouped together, as ONE gallery wall. Then play with the arrangement until you like the composition. I have arranged it, in front of the sofa, so I could immediately see the width of the composition in regards to the sofa size.

5. Add unexpected element

Who said gallery wall has to consist only of frames? Add mirros / clocks / dream catchers / clothing items (a hat like me or necklace), dried flowers / vintage camera / geometric mobile – get creative and see what will look best on your wall.

6. Wall check

You probably know this already but it is the best way to check how your composition works, without immediately attacking your wall with a hammer is to trace and cut each frame to size. I have used carton boxes but you can also use colorful paper. Then, hang the cut pieces on the wall using washi tape and see if you like the final result. I didn’t.

I loved my arrangement when it was on the floor, however once I hung it the carton cut outs on the wall I realized some ‘frames’ are too high. The good thing is, if this happens, you are still on time to make adjustments without having wall full of holes.

7. Heights

I guess there are no rules on how high the frames should be hung, it is important that when you stand in front of your gallery wall, you don’t have to look up or down, it is right at your eyes’ level. Also remember to leave minimum 5 cm distance between your frames.

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Photography: Passion shake | Design: Passion shake | Styling: Passion shake | Studio: Passion shake

Fall In Love With This Intimate Southern California Wedding

A Southern California wedding inspired by the Mediterannean coast?! We’re there! You’ll be hard-pressed not to love every detail of this charming outdoor wedding day for two teachers. The couple tied the knot in the most beautiful of ways, with a celebration beautifully orchestrated by Crowned Events, that told their unique love story. Can we talk about the escort card display thoughtfully crafted like vintage school name cards?! You’ll be head over heels for every image perfectly captured by Dear Lovers Photography. Come along for all the romance with us in the full gallery.

From Crowded Events… For Amanda and Trenton, we created a timeless and romantic style with complimentary Mediterranean accents that worked cohesively with the architecture and decor at the Darlington House. We centered their color palette around the brick and shades of blue throughout the traditional Spanish tiling displayed around the property.

For their ceremony, we took advantage of the beautiful pre-existing arches on the Egyptian Patio and had Leela, of Organic Flora, create a grand, installation comprised of olive branches and blooms. One of our favorite parts of Amanda and Trenton’s design was their escort display, created by Sophia Loves Letters. When we spoke to Amanda and Trenton about their shared passion for teaching, the idea came to create vintage name cards for their seating chart!

Their color palette really came alive in the reception space, where their tables were topped with pale yellow runners, vintage inspired tableware, sky blue napkins and pops of gold, set to a backdrop of lemon trees and terracotta tiles. Each table was adorned with lush, organic feeling arrangements and candles that gave off a soft, romantic ambiance.

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This Enchanting Garden Venue Is Straight out of a Jane Austen Novel

Do we have any Jane Austen fans in the house? If your answer was a big *ummm, duh*, then boy do we have a treat for you! This styled shoot is basically Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy’s wedding if they tied the knot in 2020. Crowned Events planned this romantic shoot to perfection, choosing the dreamiest location of Kestrel Park as their setting. Prepare to fall in love with every arrangement from Bloom Babes and for your jaw to drop to the floor when you see the bride’s regal Galia Lahav gown (it.is.everything.) See all the magic unfold at the full gallery, captured by the ever so talented Dear Lovers!

From Dear Lovers… Being from New Zealand, i’ve always had a special affection for anything that reminds me of my English heritage, and wanted to create something different. Something that was old world, English inspired and romantic with some warm colour and depth.

We chose the breathtaking Kestrel Park in Santa Ynez for this editorial, one of the most magical spots in Southern California straight out of a Jane Austen novel with it’s 19th century style English country house and 100 acre grounds.

We took advantage of Kestrel’s beautiful light, historic details and the fields that had turned golden in the summer heat to set the scene. With warm honey, cream and terra-cotta florals by the lovely ladies of Bloom Babes to compliment the delicate nature of the venue, a dream was brought to life.

Galia Lahav’s “Nevis” gown with the dramatic “Nova” skirt was the perfect feature piece to adorn our bride as she strolled through the gardens. Our groom wore a cream linen suit complimented by a brown wool vest inspired by Great Gatsby’s iconic suit.

Delicate paper goods by Epoch Design, paired alongside tea stained vintage poems, antique accessories and warm florals added character and history to our couple’s getting ready details. A headdress by Maria Elena, all in gold to reflect the bleached golden fields and the vintage feel of the bride’s gown was the perfect finishing touch to her look.

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Luxury And Romance Awaits You On The French Riviera

The romance of the French Riviera will take your breath away! Step inside a day filled with luxury, opulence, and above all else love. Wanderlust Wedding artfully harmonized the day to create a jaw-dropping experience from extravagant welcome bags to the very last dance. An abundance of greenery and delicate blooms, beautifully executed by Wayne Riley Flowers, perfectly compliments the splendor of the location. All the incredible moments were expertly captured by Ashley Ludaescher Photography. Get transported to the south of France and enjoy all the glamour in the full gallery.

From Wanderlust Wedding… The Four Seasons Grand Hotel du Cap Ferrat has amazing views of the Mediterranean Sea and a luxurious aesthetic, therefore Melanie and Tom wanted to bring a natural and organic touch to their wedding day. The hotel lobby has these grand windows overlooking the pine trees that bring you down to the sea, it’s literally an abundance of greenery that we wanted to continue in the wedding decor.

Their day was all about delicacy and treating their guests to a great experience, guests were gifted beautiful bags containing local products such as Pastis alcohol, lavender soap, French madeleines and French candy for guests to discover our local treats.

The idea was to have the perfect balance between nature, the sea and the luxury of the Riviera. That’s why we decided to go towards a mix of delicate blooms and imposing greenery for each space, ceremony, cocktail, and dinner, perfectly put together by Wayne Riley Flowers.

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This Enchanting Destination Venue Will Transport You Straight to Dubai Circa 1950

The minute we laid eyes on this stunning wedding inspiration from The Purple Chair, we were immediately mesmerized by its old world charm and ability to transport us to somewhere new. The all-star vendor team were inspired by the walls of Al Seef Heritage Hotel in Dubai to create a styled shoot that encompassed the natural beauty and complimented the unique architecture of the venue – all while keeping the design modern and fresh. Head on over to the full gallery captured by Lizelle Goussard to see all the enchanting details.

From The Purple Chair… Enchanting Arabia – Old world meets new at this locally inspired shoot that took place at the Arabian Heritage hotel, Al Seef. Beautiful traditions intertwine with modern designs to bring together this shoot by The Purple Chair, wedding designers in the UAE.

When first lying eyes on this venue we were instantly inspired and knew we had to create a unique setup that captured all its glory. The region is proud of its iconic architecture and that is evident in this modern venue that was built to preserve the past. The detailing in the walls, doors, and overall ambiance creates an instant unique experience for anyone who visits and transports them back to the 1950s.

We worked with the areas natural beauty to create a setting that was the backdrop of this wedding inspiration. Keeping the authenticity evident in the style was important to us whilst adding elements and colors that brought life to the neutral tones. Lizelle Photography captured the old world charm with stunning images that showcased the bride wearing a modest Bo and Luca wedding gown with intricate details and hand embroidery.

Regional crafts and textiles, clay pots, traditional carpets and brass vases were some of the items used to encompass the old, whilst on the other hand, modern table wear from The Supper House beautifully complimented the accessories and added an exciting element to brides who would also like to embrace the current trends. The cake design by Zoya Cakes was carefully selected to bring a modern taste to the shoot with its edges, whilst remaining classic with its smooth white exterior. We worked closely with Papier Handmade who crafted an elegant stationery set that beautifully married the old and new worlds. We pride ourselves in creating location inspired setups for our weddings and that was the vision behind all the elements curated for this shoot and its creative direction.

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A Sunset Inspired California Inspiration Shoot That Will Steal Your Heart

There’s a special place in our hearts for the California sunshine, so is it any surprise that this styled shoot inspired by the sunset has us head over heels?! Overflowing with style, JMK Events created a warm and sunny editorial bursting with beautiful details. All the pretty was perfectly captured by Alice Che Photography. With floral styling by Oak And Ash Floral, you know this one is going to be good! Step inside the full gallery for a closer look at all the lovely.

From Alice Che Photography… With its expansive vineyards, ivy-covered buildings, and cypress tree-lined paths, Viansa Sonoma was the perfect setting for this editorial inspired by the beautiful oranges, yellows, and pinks of the sunset. Mahshed of Paper Ocelot set the tone for the shoot with the most incredible paper goods.

Jess of JMK Events designed the perfect tablescape with a beautiful, neutral lace linen from La Tavola Linen and lovely florals from Oak and Ash setting off the wooden chargers and elegant gold flatware from Theoni Collection, topped by hand-calligraphed menus on organic handmade paper.

Ma Petite Maison Cakes created a beautiful ruffled white cake with sugar flowers that mimicked the texture of the floral appliqué Alexandra Grecco dress from Lovely Bride SF.

The Sweetest Ways to Make for a Pinterest-Worthy Wedding Ceremony

Okay, so it sounds a littleee bit cliche to say, but when people ask us why we dig weddings, we can’t help but say that it’s just because we’re so in love with love. No matter how different each wedding is, there’s still a fool-proof formula that all of the celebrations follow: each partner gets ready with his or her crew, perhaps there’s a first look, the guests show up, the marrying pair takes their places, there’s an exchange of vows ((complete with a first kiss that kills!)), and once they’re pronounced “official lovers for life,” the party can begin! But truly, the party don’t start till they walk in… if we can borrow some words from Ke$ha herself.

We can’t think of a better way to welcome people to your best day ever than with a ceremony that’s Pinterest-worthy, signed, sealed, and delivered with all the little things that make your love SO big. At the end of the day, your nearest and dearest are absolutely coming for the vows, but we’d be lying if we said they weren’t staying for the wows.

Whether you’ll be working with a planner to plan out your pledge-swapping service or curating a creative ceremony with your closest confidant, you are more than welcome to scoop up some ceremony must-haves on our brand new shop page, exclusively on Style Me Pretty. From inspiring backdrops to props that make your pint-sized [bridal] party people oh-so-ready for their closeups, these items are everything for setting the scene to say ‘I Do.’

A warm welcome.

Of course, guests know that they’ve arrived at the right place when they see peers coming in in droves, dressed to the nines, and ushers handing out programs with the couple’s names in plain sight. But sweet signage can help out, too! We love wooden signs, beautifully calligraphed, especially when they say just a little bit more than a simple ‘welcome.’

A little something to dry the tears.

Granted, if a guest has been to a fair share of weddings, he or she knows what the potential is for tears. A lot of guests come prepared with tissues, for those tiny dabs, but what if there was a tissue or two already at their seat? Cute blush and gold floral tissues at that… We can already imagine those posts on Pinterests #ceremony #tissues #tears #guestSOS

A couple must-haves for the minis.

Truthfully, your tiny tribe will be turning heads and catching all of those ‘awwwwws’ no matter what they’re wearing and what they’ve got in their hands. But what’s a flower girl and her boutonnière-bearing ring bearer to do without their photo-ready props? A glam flower basket for her, a glam ring pillow for him? All we need to see next is a fluffy little fur baby strutting down the aisle with something cute on his/her collar! ((Promise, we’ll have something perfect for that picture soon enough!))

A #somethingblue for her when/if she sobs.

… And as the bride, that’s your right! Seriously, some of the sweetest, most memorable moments happen during the ceremony ((or even beforehand in a much-anticipated first look)), when handwritten vows are shared and special prose is spun between spouses. If a little nose-blowing and tear-drying has to transpire, then so be it! We’re big believers in the something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue adage, so a baby blue handkerchief definitely does the trick for us. Just make sure your MOH has this on her for a quick handoff when things start to get heavy!

An altar backdrop with some drama.

Remember those photo canvas backdrops you used to pose against when you were younger? Well, take that old-school photo vignette vibe and make it a little more [wedding] fashion with a beautifully-emblazoned banner hung up at the altar. We’re big fans of the “this one’s my favorite” wedding day walk quote backdrop for guests to muse over during the ceremony, and we love the “together is a beautiful place to be” backdrop banner for guests to gravitate towards during cocktail hour. Imagine all the “my forever wedding date” Instagram posts you’ll be seeing pop up after your perfect day! This banner is like a magnet!!

And a guest book table that gets it done.

Because LBH, a couple shouldn’t have regrets once their wedding day is done; not having entries from your besties to read on your honeymoon flight is too sad ((hopefully some of those tissues are left over…)). That’s why we suggest going with a gilded look that’s too pretty for guests to pass up! And some elegant, richly romantic candles, of course, to light the way.

Like we said before, guests stay for the party, but they come for the commitment. The promises and the cherished words between you two are what matters, but the pretty totally counts for something, too 😉. Pick up some favorites from our curated ceremony collection by shopping on-site right now!

Danielle Halibey is a writer, editor, and publicist living in New Jersey. She has been immersed in the world of weddings since planning her own whimsical, romantic affair in 2014. And isn’t that what they always say, “those who can’t do, teach?” Well, once her nuptials were over, she still had stuff in the ‘I Do’ industry to do. She writes regularly for top wedding blogs including Style Me Pretty and Wedding Chicks, and has garnered millions of press impressions for brands in the wedding space: fashion, beauty, wedding talent+tastemakers and more.

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Bright Colors and Botanical’s For This ‘Isle of Capri’ Cabo Wedding Day!

Unlike most brides, today’s knew exactly what she wanted for her wedding day and her vision never veered off course and boy do the results show! Planned by Del Cabo Weddings, this tropical-inspired wedding was full of bright botanicals, the couple’s family (and pooch) and even a couple of swings of the golf club! Bright pinks and blues filled the day along with handmade fans as the escort card display! Take a look below and see all of the magic that LA76 Photography captured AND all of the eye-catching, jaw-dropping natural backdrops!

From Del Cabo Weddings… This was the bride’s first wedding but the groom’s second: his 3 children and their beloved dog, Benji, were all in the wedding party, which made for an extra special day. The bride’s style was “The Isle of Capri,” a blend of beach colors, elegance, Mediterannean and, Italian. She never veered from that vision at all.

The bride’s color palette was hot pink, blue-white, and natural wood, bringing an extra brightness to the day. The bride’s gown was a Marchesa and her shoes were blue Manolo Blahniks. The bride’s florals were: Bouganvillias, Ranuncalos, Mini Roses, and Orchids in shades of deep pink & magenta with a lot of greenery.

Although the bride had no favors or DIY elements, she brought in gorgeous hand made fans from Columbia that had guests names and table numbers on them for the escort card display. The bride’s favorite moments were: the ceremony and reception, the roof florals, the surprise fireworks and the golf drives. Also, the culinary experience at Cabo Del Sol, where the chef prepared a magnificent Italian Dinner, served Italian family-style. He also hand made a special Italian Wedding cake, called a “Millefoglie Cream Cake” or “Cake of a thousand leaves.”

If the bride had one piece of advice it would probably be: Don’t change your mind or veer from your style vision, because that’s exactly how she herself operated, and the results speak for themselves!

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DIY Rope Ottomans

We vote this the prettiest use for an old tire ever in the history of tires. Dreamed up for Abby’s most recent Today Show appearance, it makes the perfect perch for your sunroom, patio or summer get-together. Literally all you need is rope, a tire, a few simple tools and time. A nice glass of rosé helps too. Find all the instructions, a.k.a. four simple steps below!

An old tire (check your local junkyard or auto shop if you don’t have one lying around!)
Sisal rope (about 150′ of 3/8″ thick rope, or 100′ of 1″ thick rope)
50′ of 3/8″ nylon rope
Hot glue gun & glue sticks
Scissors
Sealer & paintbrush (optional)

Wrap the tire around with nylon rope, so that the rope criss crosses in every direction and you form a nice, taut cover for the open sides of the tire. Tie the rope to itself to hold tightly in place.

step-2 Beginning at the edge of one side of the tire, wrap the sisal rope around the tire and hot glue to the nylon rope as you go. Keep wrapping until the entire sides of the tire are covered.

step-3 Continue wrapping when you reach the top of the tire, forming concentric circles across the nylon rope base. You’ll need to glue the sisal rope to itself as well as to the nylon rope as you go. When you reach the center of the top of the tire, trim the excess rope and glue the end in place.

step-4 You can paint the rope with a light coat of sealer if you’re planning on keeping your ottoman outside.’

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Photography & Design: SMP Living

The Dreamiest Of California Weddings At Calistoga Ranch

Get ready to fall in love! This Calistoga Ranch wedding perfectly captures the beauty of California. With a crisp white, green, and blue color palette and free-flowing florals, this celebration is sure to make your heart flutter. The couple’s unique vision was expertly brought to life by the ever-talented Callista & Company. The stunning snaps of the special day, by Caroline Yoon Fine Art Photography, are not to be missed. Head to the full gallery to get a closer look at all the dreamy details.

From the bride… I think what made our wedding meaningful and special to us was the smallest details that maybe were not obvious to all our guests. These details reminded us that this day is about us. For example, Nick’s mother who passed when he was young loved hydrangeas, and Laura’s Floras included dried hydrangeas in our arrangements.

As an inside joke, Nick has always insisted that splitting your green beans, while time-consuming is worthwhile for the way they better absorb its accompanying sauce, and as a small joke, we had the chef split just Nick’s green beans.

The idea for a croquembouche dessert originated as a playful joke in a passing conversation but ended up being another way to bring our personality, humor, and love of food to the celebration. The love and intimate details we infused into the day made it all the more special.

A Boho Desert Inspired Day With All of the Culture and Floral Elements You Could Ask For!

Dripping in flowers, from the escort cards to the favors and every detail in between, this culturally inspired wedding at the beautiful Rancho Las Lomas, will have you calling your own florist to add more to your own special day! For bride and groom, adding in their heritage to the details was a huge part of their day and they called upon A Good Affair Wedding & Event Production to perfectly plan it all. With gorgeous elements from Found Rentals and of course the florals around every corner by JL Designs & Events, you know the images are going to one in a million and boy did Sanaz Photography deliver! Take a peek below and get your florists number ready!

From A Good Affair Wedding & Event Production…Areanna and Orlando were such a unique couple that we had the pleasure of working with! Areanna’s Native American roots and Orlando’s Mexican background inspired us to bring elements of each culture into the wedding design. We wanted to create a Boho vibe and turn Rancho Las Lomas into a botanical earthly backdrop with a palette of dusty rose, desert blue, taupe, oatmeal, and gold. From the linens to the florals we incorporated so many unique details.

Dried pampas grass was the perfect touch for a textural desert boho feel. We designed and built a custom wall with the bride’s favorite wildflower seed packets for each guest’s escort card. For a unique photo opp, we dried bunny tail grass and dusted coordinating colors hanging in bundles from a copper stand. The wedding invitations featured a beautiful wildflower design with a vellum top wrapped with jute twine.

The cake was adorned with hundreds of dried floral blooms and crafted by Simply Sweet Cakery. Velvet linens in trendsetting hues really made the design pop under a canopy of bistro lighting and Papel Picado (a beautiful nod to Orlando’s Mexican heritage).

The bride loves medicinal teas and created favors for each place setting, which made for added table decor. Cocktail hour featured a colorful and beautiful lounge vignette from Found Rentals.

Areanna wore a traditional lace gown and added gorgeous heirloom native accessories including beaded moccasins and assorted jewelry that were sentimental for the ceremony.

How To Set The Most Colorful Easter Table

Easter is still a few weeks away but that doesn’t mean you can’t get a jump start on the planning! Whether you have long standing Easter traditions, or you are just looking for an excuse to have a festive gathering, this holiday is a great way to welcome in spring. We’ve rounded up some of our favorite tips from the entertaining masters to pull together the ultimate Easter table.

MAKE AHEAD

For a stress free morning, prep it all ahead of time. No one will no if you’ve set your table or done some baking the day before!

See more: Easter Brunch Celebration From Alea Lovely + Julie Blanner

ELEVATED MENUS

Adding custom menus to each place setting to make your brunch a little more extra! You can also drive the Easter theme home with specialty dishes like spaghetti squash ‘nests’ topped with eggs!

See more: Host the Best Ever Easter Brunch with this Watercolor Backdrop

SOMETHING FOR THE KIDS

We love this idea of creating a donut tower with little bunny toothpicks! A quick element that looks fancy while been super easy to throw together. Perfect for kids and adults!

See more: Whimsical Easter Table for the Kids

MIX IT UP

Your table doesn’t always have to be uniform in order to look great. Mixing eclectic dishes throughout each place setting adds something different for each guest. Plus how amazing are these egg nests?

See more: Eclectic Pastel Easter Tablescape

KEEP IT SIMPLE

Simple doesn’t mean dull! Pick up flowers, fruits, and breakfast treats from your local market. A line up of great food, fresh florals, family and friends, goes a long way.

See more: A Simple Easter Tablescape

OR TAKE IT TO THE NEXT LEVEL

Thinking of making Easter brunch an annual tradition? It might be time to invest in some Easter inspired decor! These bunny plates are almost too cute.

See more: A Blossoming Easter Tablescape

EMBRACE THE WILD

Looking for that wow factor? Go wild with your own floral arrangements – no vase needed! Do it yourself by mixing branches, greenery, and single stem flowers down the center of your table for a statement making meal!

See more: A Farm-to-Table Easter Tablescape That Will Wow Your Guests

BE BRIGHT

If color is your thing fill your table with bright hues! You can even set the bright tone in your invitation and continue with the color scheme throughout your table decor.

See more: This Unexpected Color Palette is Perfect for Your Easter Brunch

PARTY FAVORS

This spring gathering incorporated a little giveaway at each place setting with mini terra cotta flower pots, which also served as place settings.

See more: This Brunch Spread Will Have You Rethinking Your Easter Plans

How to Pull off the “Organic Glam” Look at Your Modern Wedding

We love a bride who isn’t afraid to go glam – from her sparkling Pnina Tornai gown to the chic courtyard reception decor, this couple nailed the organic glam look like no other. Wanderlust Wedding planned the entire day to perfection while Jeremy Ferrero was behind the lens, capturing every must-see moment the bride and groom are sure to remember forever. SB Floral Design absolutely blew us away with their inventive, baby’s breath adorned ceremony display that’s unlike anything we’ve laid eyes on – check it out, along with so many more inspiring details, at the full gallery!

Word from the bride… For my dress, I knew I wanted an A-line and I love glitter, so when I found the Pnina Tornai dress at Kleinfeld, there was no question. I loved it’s more classic cut & style but the sparkle added the extra glam that represents my style. We had custom alterations to have the skirt go all the way around and it was extremely nice to have the ability to remove the skirt for late-night dancing.

Our inspiration was Organic & Glam. We had lovely greenery and earth toned spaces and gardens at the chateau, to which we are added sparkly chandeliers, geometric gold arches and elevated clouds of baby’s breath for florals. Our colors were white, gold and black, as we’re not really the pastel type.

The octagon was a recurring element in our wedding (our wedding backdrop/arch, invitation and menu were all octagons) as it represents totality and infinity, and our wedding date was the 8th. Every detail in the event was purposeful; The date, June 8th (608), for instance, is the area code in which we met in (Madison, WI)! Though we can’t take credit for that, we only realized it after the fact, so I guess it’s just fate ;). We picked the Chateau de la Napoule because we knew we wanted to be on the water and upon hearing the romantic tale between Henry and Marie Clews, we knew it was the one. Not to mention, we visited the chateau when it was a gloomy, rainy day and we STILL decided it was the one.

We love the organic colors and moody tones, not to mention the Game of Thrones vibes. Lastly, we love the reveal that is created throughout the entire space; walking through the grounds feels like an adventure and you are never sure what will be around the corner, be it a beautiful garden or piece of art. It’s imperfect and has character, which we felt the other spaces we visited lacked. Put simply, and with no offense to others, we are not the pink villa type ;). We kept the florals white, green and simple, as the venue had a lot of natural greenery on its own. Baby’s breath and peonies were the main players, and baby’s breath is actually called “the Bride’s flower” in Romania, which is where the bride was born. Peonies were just a long-time favorite :)