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From the Bride, Vanessa…Nicole and I met when I was looking for a roommate.  Everyone says not to date your roommate and we tried not to for a long time but after a few months it was clear to everyone that we should be together. Nicole proposed around 7am after dragging me from sleep. Apparently, it can be very nerve-wracking to propose.

As far as our inspiration, we loved the space and wanted it to be as authentic as possible.  We wanted the flowers to be the brightest spots and were so happy with the color from the peonies and hydrangeas. We wanted our wedding to reflect who we are and how we live.  We wanted a relaxed, convivial reception with a focus on the friends, family, food and drink.

My most vivid memory is walking in and seeing everyone we love in one place cheering for us, it was unbelievable and remains our favorite memory.

Wedding Photography: Kate Triano Photography / Wedding Planning + Design: Brilliant Event Planning / Flowers: Posies / Make-up: Sharon Becker, SB Beauty / DJ: Mandy of 74 Events / Dessert: Two Little Red Hens

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Event Design by My Simple Details.

From their fantastic photographer, Kate Triano …
Tram and Tiko were recently married and love traveling the world. They wanted an exotic shoot and love vibrant colors. Tram’s super cute flat beaded sandals, her flowy layered dress and Tiko’s vibrant blue and green tie started the inspiration and a fun yet relaxed Moroccan theme emerged. Tiko wore a navy vest, which made the boutonniere by Holly Chapple Flowers pop. The boutonniere consisted of blue thistle, orange crocosmia, and hot pink celosia. Holly Chapple left the stems long for a funky look. The boutonniere was wrapped in a vibrant teal Indian silk and gold wire. Tram’s luscious bouquet made of bunches of hot pink gloriosa lilies, orange protea, fuchsia orchids, blue thistle, and orange crocosmia, was wrapped with the teal, gold, and fuchsia silk from India and topped off with a decorative brass ring.

Aged metal lanterns and birdcages were strung by satin ribbon in various vivid colors, and one had the letters T & T affixed to the glass. Similar lanterns could be hung over guest’s tables to indicate the table number or even list guest’s names that are seated at the particular table. Blankets, pillows, and runners, were handmade of Indian silk in saturated shades of fuchsia, teal, blue, orange, with gold details, and layered to create a lush feel.
A low antique worm wood table was used to form a magical lounge area with wine, champagne, tea, and fruits to enjoy, including figs, oranges, star fruit, sugarplums, peaches, and kiwis. A similar setup could be a unique cocktail space or seating for guests to relax and enjoy a non-traditional ceremony.

An antique brass teapot and Moroccan platter was used to display and serve the exotic fruit and tea. Small metal and glass containers were filled with similar flower from the bouquet and used to add extra color to the table. They were placed between large glass candleholders that were covered in thin green silk with gold detail and another metal birdcage. All of these pieces were placed on hree custom silk runners that were layered to create a dynamic look. Blue and gold detailed glass tumblers were then used as both votive holders and for wine. Tram wore amber and gold chandelier earrings and delicate gold bangles from Katie Costello Jewelry. Other jewelry shown, include wood bangles, gold earring from Kipepeo, and gold earrings with peridots by Amrita Singh.

Tiko and Tram were the lucky winner’s of Kate Triano’s 2010 wedding contest! You can see the wedding of this super-cute couple on Holly Chapple’s blog and their engagement shoot on Kate’s blog! Plus ~ their whole day-after shoot right here in the SMP Photo Gallery!!

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Here are a few beautiful wedding dress photos from our Little Black Book Files, past + present + future.

The bride sitting on the floor between all her lovely maids (above) was featured here in a fabulous wedding sent to us by LBB members Lyndsey Hamilton and Christian Oth.

And of course this bride (last photo above) was from featured photographer Kate Triano this week on Style Me Pretty.

The wedding in the second row (above) wasn’t featured on Style Me Pretty … but is a totally beautiful wedding shot at The Foundry in Long Island City NY. You can see more of Diana and Osman’s wedding on LBB photographer, Karen Wise’s blog.

The images of the bride in the first row above (right) and the last row was sent to us by our great friends and LBB members, Bill and Anne of Holland Photo Arts. Tessie & Matt’s wedding had so many special details! To see it, take a look at Abby’s FACEBOOK page, Bill & Anne’s blog … or a really good slideshow from their wedding. Tessie and Matt own a blacksmithing shop in Charleston, West Virginia ~ Wallace Metal Works. They designed and hand-made many items that they used in their own wedding. How cool is that! Here’s a link to their website: Wallace Metal Works. It might just be that perfect design/inspiration springboard that you need!

Photo / LBB Credits (top to bottom; left to right)

Row 1: Corbin Gurkin Photography

Row 2: Lyndsey Hamilton Events, Christian Oth Studio/Jake McBride

Row 3: Melissa Dunstan Photography,  Justin Marantz Photography

Row 4: Kate Triano Photography

Row 5: Jenne Hohn Events, Card Girl, Michelle Walker Photography

Row 6: Genevieve Nisly Photography

Row 7: Kate Triano Photography

Row 8: AK Event Design, Andrea Polito Photography

Row 9: Karen Wise Photography

Row 10: AK Event Design, Andrea Polito Photography

Row 11: Holland Photo Arts

Row 12: Sweet Pea Events

Row 13: Holland Photo Arts

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Post categories: Little Black Book Blog, Wedding Dresses, Wedding Fashion, Wedding Style

A bit about that cute little pup cake topper…

Edibles Incredibles in Reston, VA designed the cakes…small playful cakes on each table that were all decorated differently. They were adorned with rainbows, smiley faces, flowers, and swirls. The bride and groom had a slightly larger cake on their sweetheart table that was topped with a dog, that looked just like their dog at home, Kingston. They wanted a way to include him in their day.

Too, too cute. We have a really fun announcement coming up next, so stay tuned!

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We have just a few more pictures from Kate Triano on the way to share with you, then a little later today, we have a pretty fun announcement. So, definitely, definitely check back soon!

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Pure gorgeousness. Kate Triano snapped all of these lovely photographs and they just keep getting better and better. So much more to come!

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From Kate Triano, the oh-so-talented photographer that captured these joy filled images…

The light coming in during the ceremony was perfect. The room had soft candlelight and beautiful chandeliers as well. Once Ashley’s Dad walked her down the aisle, Ashley kissed Matt. It was such a sweet beginning to the ceremony!

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Kate Triano sent us this gorgeous wedding and if you haven’t already totally fallen for her style, you will after you see this next round…

The bride told her attendants to choose a dress of their liking from anywhere they pleased, as long as it was a peacock hue. Fabulous. Kabloom designed all of the flowers, accenting the gorgeous colors with peacock feathers. It’s funny…the wedding has this really eclectic, anything goes vibe and yet it still feels really cohesive. It isn’t match-matchy or over styled. You can just tell that it’s a reflection of the bride!

Oh and if you haven’t already checked out the ridiculously gorgeous Texas wedding on the Little Black Book Blog…it’s a MUST. The dress is insanely beautiful and the photography by D. Jones will make your heart skip a beat! See the posts here and here.

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