New York City, white peonies, Vera Wang gown. Are you drooling yet? Well, you will be after you see this Manhattan wedding by Karen Hill Photography. It is urban elegance at its very best with the perfect blend of tradition, culture and modern merriment. This fun-loving couple certainly knows how to throw a party complete with a reception flash mob, singing groom and photo booth! ... [MORE]
This Houston affair by Belle of the Ball and Nancy Aidee Photography is pure romance through and through. Oodles and oodles of red roses, tulips and orchids cascade from every corner of this stunning celebration. And that dress, oh that dress! Could there be a more glowing, gorgeous bride? The result is one of the most romantic ballroom weddings I have ever seen! ... [MORE]
In keeping with our garden-inspired theme today, we wanted to show how details of the garden variety can be interpreted with a classic ballroom wedding. So many Bride and Grooms-to-be have not the luxury of amazing weather or a readily available outdoor venue but that doesn't mean you can't pull inspiration from a pretty, open-air oasis. This Santa Barbara wedding did just that. The flowers by the amazing Holly Flora look straight out of... [MORE]
Your jaws are literally going to hit the floor when I tell you that this breathtaking Pearl River affair was planned in just six short months. Yes, it's true. Six short months was all it took to pull of this magnificent soiree, complete with some seriously stunning florals and decor by the amazing Hatch Creative Studio, gorgeous invitations and paper goods by... [MORE]
For a sleek, modern take on the ballroom wedding, one needs to look no further than The Parker Palm Springs. Its ultra cool backdrop plays ever so nicely with the crazy gorgeous blooms by Flowerwild, the perfect-in-every-way details coordinated by Save The Date Events and the beautifully captured... [MORE]
Hello ballroom! This stunner by yazy jo is the epitome of classic chic and represents a ballroom reception done oh-so right! Lush flowers, shimmery metallic and crystal touches and perfect lighting that transforms the space into an elegant wonderland. Everything about this celebration is dripping with luxurious and stylish details. [MORE]
davina + daniel have done it again. They have a way of capturing everything just so and bring so much beauty and drama to each and every single image. No doubt their work was made easy by the beautiful people and design of this wedding. We're loving all the purple touches in the menus, flowers, and bridesmaids dresses. This wedding is super fun and modern and there is enough here to keep you inspired for days. [MORE]
You are going to need to sit down for this Napa Valley beauty by Adeline and Grace Photography...Sitting? Fab. Snuggled up to your computer? Good. Now we can get started, because this wine country wedding needs your full attention. It would just be criminal to miss out on all of the classically chic details and the timeless beauty of a bride - we couldn't allow you to break the wedding gawking laws, now could we? Of course we... [MORE]
Up next is this super sweet, love bird themed Minneapolis wedding and we are loving the orchids and hydrangeas that are peeking out around each and every adorable corner. Liz Banfield was on hand to capture all the pretty details from the fab blue Manolos to the yummy blue and white ribbon adorned cake. We're loving each and every inch of this gorgeous fete and know you will... [MORE]
Harwell Photography never fails to bring some of the most fabulous southern fêtes our way, and they teamed up with the talented Table 6 Productions for this little Georgia number to produce traditional elegance at its finest. It has all the elegant elements that will stand the test of time, and a bright red lipstick-wearing bride to top it all off. How perfect does she... [MORE]
We ache for gorgeously elegant ballroom weddings over here at SMP Headquarters, and we know so many of you out there do too. So when a classically chic celebration pops up in our submissions like this one from Ely Bros. Photography, there is a collective squeal from each and everyone of us. And maybe even a jump up and down. Ok, we definitely jump up and down. It's timeless, yet personal and there is a pair of fab shoes thrown in to... [MORE]
There is a whole lot of pretty coming your way this lovely Tuesday morning, all courtesy of this gorgeous Kennesaw affair by Scobey Photography. Filled to the brim with one amazing detail after another, the more time I spend drooling over all of the beautiful images, the more I fall desperately in love with each and every one. (And trust me, I've spent a lot of time drooling.) From those stunning bouquets by... [MORE]
It just doesn't get more classically elegant than this Toronto affair captured by none other than the fabulous Jenn Stark. This gorgeous bride DIY'ed so many of the details to keep her elegant affair under an equally attractive budget, and I must say her hard work paid off. It just goes to show DIY done right can apply to any style soiree. You can see all the prettiness in... [MORE]
Talk about a cute story. This Bride and Groom were set up by the Bride's grandparents and the culmination is this fabulous Louisville Wedding. Amanda Jacobs and Jaclyn Thomas Designs crafted this gorgeous affair with a ballroom that is ever so pretty in pink, a beautiful blushing Bride and maybe even a few Greek crowns. Yes, this is indeed a stunning display of indoor nuptials done so, so right. ... [MORE]
I can't imagine it's possible to love these Chicago nuptials any more than I already do. With the breathtaking urban garden setting of The Ivy Room at Tree Studios, all of the vibrant yellow blooms by Scarlet Petal (including one of my faves, tulips) and a magical candlelit reception, I think the more appropriate term would be "completely enamored." Yes, I am most... [MORE]