Can we talk about how incredibly awesome this Boston soiree by Ashley O'Dell Photography is? Because it. is. so. awesome. And with a preppy chic meets modern vibe, a bouquet to end all bouquets (seriously), a gorgeous J.Crew gown and bridesmaids in the cutest wedges I have ever seen, it has completely blown my mind with its fabulousness. Yes, I am 100% certifiably in love with all... [MORE]
We might be heading towards the last few weeks of summer but I'm not ready to let go of alfresco dinners, vibrant florals and sweet, citrus-y goodness just yet. This gorgeous, bright and beautiful Boston photo shoot by Hello Love Photography is not helping me let go of the warm, sunny days either. My favorite part? Probably the sundae station from Coldstone ice cream! Can you blame me? ... [MORE]
Many a childhood play date has revolved around tea parties between best friends and maybe a stuffed animal or two so how sweet would it be to get your girlfriends together for a grown up version with a girly, vintage flair. After Greia Marlow hosted an afternoon tea party for her own bridesmaids, she and Nicole Chan Photography were inspired to take the tea set and... [MORE]
Be still my nautical loving heart. These gorgeous Boston nuptials by Benoit & McCarthy Photography have taken my maritime favorites (twine, a vibrant yellow and navy color palette and, of course, seashells) and wrapped them all up in a traditional ballroom affair as grand as they come. Swoon. With the gorgeous floral design by Flou(-e)r, lemon-filled centerpieces and a... [MORE]
This gorgeous, traditional wedding was made even more beautiful than it already was thanks to the out of this world photos by none other than davina + daniel. They have a way of capturing the light just so that makes even the most romantic of weddings feel like they are straight out of a fairytale. We are loving all the details in this wedding, especially after reading the description and finding out that family and friends pitched... [MORE]
A wedding at a cricket club just sounds so classic New England and we're loving every second of it. Especially one so so intimate and casual while still maintaining that easy breezy elegance that we so adore. Not to mention the loads of fabulous eye candy of the flower variety crafted by Winston Flowers. Lindsay Madden Photography captured all of the festivities... [MORE]
I'm going to let you all in on a little secret...ever since we launched the Massachusetts blog I have literally been dying to get my hands on some of these amazing Bay state beauties. Perhaps it's because I live here and am partial, but I truly think Massachusetts brides have style for miles and this next nuptial by Kate McElwee Photographer is the perfect example. I love the location, but that's totally obvi at this point... [MORE]
When your photographer is the ultra-talented Kelly Lorenz Imagery and your wedding planner is David Tutera (yes, THE ah-mazing David Tutera), you can guarantee your day is going to be of the "oh my goodness I have never seen anything more beautiful" kind. Well, these gorgeous Boston nuptials are just that and then some. [MORE]
We have been chomping at the bit in anticipation of the premiere of this local blog. That being Massachusetts, our very own stomping grounds at Style Me Pretty. And what better way to get the party started than with a completely adorable engagement session captured by Ria MacKenzie Photography? It is set in our beloved home of Boston, Cambridge to be exact, and it is exuding lots of New England love . So welcome to our brand... [MORE]
It is a fine day to be engaged. Yes indeed. Not only because you are soon to wed the love of your life but also because you are about to indulge in a full day of wedding awesomeness. We like to call it SMP boot-camp. Seven weddings, one after the other, all day long and in a myriad of different styles. If you are loving a particular wedding, be sure to click on the gallery where the full set of images is waiting. Think you can keep up? First up to bat is quite possibly one of my... [MORE]
Sometimes you want to go where everybody knows your name ... right? Exactly what this couple chose for their international wedding. The Hampshire House on Beacon Hill, more affectionately known as ~ CHEERS Boston! The groom is from Canada. The bride is American. They met and fell in love in China. And they have family in... [MORE]
We are just now getting the BEST winter weddings and photo shoots in our mailboxes! And although some of you girls who live where it's STILL snowing might think you want to move on ~ we REALLY don't. Not just yet. This next week, on The Little Black Book Blog, we have a few more weddings from those brave souls who adore the snow and pray for a bushel of it on their wedding day. How else will they get those winter-wonderland-shots that they've always dreamed of? Here's a peek at what's in the... [MORE]
With a new year comes a whole slew of new weddings to delve into and from what we've seen so far, we're pretty sure 2011 is completely raising the bar to a whole new level of gorgeous. Case in point, this elegant Boston affair that is boasting some serious art in the form of florals designed by the insanely talented Datura - A Modern Garden. It seems that everything they touch turns to wedding gold and we are seriously smitten with their... [MORE]
It's hard for me to resist a wedding this lovely. It's a little different than your standard SMP fare, but I think that's why I love it so very much. The flowers, the color palette, the great fashions...all inspired by trips to Paris, Nantes, Geneva, Amsterdam and Belgium. The bride and groom approached their wedding with the mantra of keeping it personal and in each and every detail...it shows. Photographed by Lisa Rigby... [MORE]
Good ol' Beantown is contributing to the pretty parade with our next featured wedding. Sent to us by Lexi Photography, these garden nuptials are all about fun and of course, a good old fashioned candy bar. Yum! And we love the touch of grosgrain ribbon. It adds a little prep to this wedding's step. Be sure to check out the gallery for more from this... [MORE]