Alison Events is the brains behind our first wedding of the day and this beauty is total proof that going green doesn't mean having to sacrifice style. In fact, these Sonoma nuptials are down right rolling in it as well as a bevy of gorgeous AND sustainable flora by Atelier Joya . All the pretty images are courtesy of the uber talent ... [MORE]
This wedding, oh this wedding, I am falling hard for every beautiful nook and cranny of it. We are talking madly, deeply in LOVE with the gorgeous photography by Ben Chrisman, with the thoughtfully designed and perfectly executed styling by Alison Events and their fearless approach to bold colors, with those lovely rustic bistro chairs. I don't think there is one piece that I... [MORE]
If there is one single question that I am asked daily, it's...what is your favorite wedding trend? And my answer is always the same. The BEST wedding trend on the planet is to infuse your day with details that truly reflect your personality....no matter what tradition may say. Which is exactly what this adorable couple did for their picture perfect Calistoga affair that literally SCREAMS fun. Designed by Alyssa Brown at Alison Events... [MORE]
If I could transport myself to one place right this very second...it would probably be to this rehearsal dinner. It's blissful. Beyond blissful. And I am insanely jealous of the lucky bride and groom that got to call it their own. Designed by Alison Events and photographed by Anna Kuperberg, this gorgeous Cabo rehearsal dinner just might be one of the prettiest "weddings" I've ever... [MORE]
So aside from the insanely cute collection of bridesmaids dresses, the best part about today's featured wedding is definitely the awesome reception space design. It's kind of swanky, kind of laid back, totally and completely chic. Designed by Kelsey at Alison Events along with the floral and styling genius of Danielle at Brown Paper Design, this affair is purely perfect. And a... [MORE]
I've always been kind of jealous of girls like today's featured bride. You know the kind that seem to have that laid back elegance thing going for them that always makes them seem both insanely cool and insanely chic. Well, today's bride takes it to an entirely new level. She's gorgeous for one. But she also gave her bridesmaids free reign their pretty dresses, she dressed her dog up in a big bow and asked him to be the ring bearer and she walked down the aisle to a banjo. It really doesn't... [MORE]
We gave you guys a sneak peek of this wedding over on The Bride's Guide a few weeks ago, but today...we have the full shebang. And it's really good. In fact, it just might be the coolest wedding we've ever put up thanks in large part the bride's killer style and to the collaboration between Kelsey of Alison Events and Danielle of... [MORE]
Thank you, thank you, thank you to Jose Villa and Alison Hotchkiss for letting SMP be the one to debut this incredible weddings. Just goes to show, these two are a power house of talent, of style and of unabashed awesomeness. And to this beautiful couple who had to forgo their original plans...the wedding turned about perfectly. So, wasn't I right...totally loveable... [MORE]
Just as I promised, we have a TON of photos from today's wedding...it was so completely delicious, I couldn't possibly narrow it down. So, I am basically passing everything that the amazing Jose Villa photographed, right on to you! For those of you that are just joining us, we featured this couple's incredible... [MORE]
I love, love, love this wedding. I know that I say that all the time so it's a little like the boy who cried wolf, but this time. Well, you'll see. Remember the incredible rehearsal dinner that the fabulous Alison Hotchkiss planned and Jose Villa (who really needs... [MORE]
It's fair to say that when Jose Villa teams up with the fabulous Alison Hotchkiss, the result is going to be, well...completely fabulous. So, when Jose sent me this rehearsal dinner that the pair worked on together at the Parker Palm Springs, I seriously couldn't wipe the grin off my face. It's just so chic, so simple and yet so gorgeous. Love, love, love. And... [MORE]
Remember the raspberry hued, shabby chic weddings that one of our readers was looking to design...but was feeling hopelessly stuck? Well, today we are going to feature some of the fabulous inspiration boards that you've designed to help the bride out! I'll be featuring a steady stream of them throughout the day so make sure to check back often...they are SO gorgeous, it will be worth it! Here... [MORE]
I loooove this Palm Springs rehearsal dinner that was designed by Kelsey Sheofsky with Alison Events. The colors, the style, the details...oh my! Venue: The Parker Hotel-Norma'srestaurant, Palm Springs / Oh-So-Talented Planner is Kelsey Sheofsky with Alison Events, LLC / Invites and Calligraphy Cynthia... [MORE]
This next same sex wedding came to me from the oh-so-talented Alison of Alison Events in San Francisco... all of these amazing photos were taken by Adi Nevo I am not usually a fan of purple...but WOW. This wedding is so super chic, so super elegant. I absolutely love it. With the raspberry and... [MORE]