To celebrate the uber fabulous TV Special featuring Kristin Banta that is set to air tomorrow evening on Bravo, we have even more wedding goodness straight from the Style Maven herself. Because if there is one thing we love to do - it's celebrate wedding goodness, particularly when it's this jaw-droppingly gorgeous. So we are opening up the bubbly for all things Kristin this... [MORE]
What happens when you combine The Viceroy Hotel in Santa Monica, inspiration from Kelly Wearstler and an adorable beagle theme? This fantastic, glamorously modern wedding with chic paper goods by Figmint Design and photography by James Johnson Photography. The design is crisp, bold and utterly fabulous with geometric shapes, vibrant colors and silhouettes of... [MORE]
It isn't very often that we come across an indoor, modern wedding that stops us in our tracks, makes our hearts beat a little faster and really, has our undivided attention at hello. Well this Santa Monica gem is just that. A blissful combo of pink peonies, cherry blossoms and clean, modern decor all orchestrated by Picture Perfect Events. And speaking of picture perfect, the images by ... [MORE]
If ever there were a wedding that I wanted to crawl inside and take a little vacation, it would so be this Santa Monica shindig. You see, I have a soft spot for black and white details and glamorous surroundings that only the Viceroy could display so beautifully. So join me and say YES! to modern, yellow infused decor whipped up by My Bride Story Weddings & Events, YES! to geometrically-inclined paper goods by ... [MORE]
Only in California can you go from beach to ballroom without skipping a beat (OK maybe in Florida too). But none the less, this Santa Monica charmer is filled with loads of pink hues, adorable on-lookers in their bathing suits and sand in your toes beach views. A match made in seaside heaven otherwise known as Shutters on the Beach. Sarah Yates captured all the... [MORE]
We owe a big huge thank you to Kristen Weaver Photography for sending this next fabulous number our way. It is sure to send all of you wedding gurus into art deco la la land with one tiny glimpse. Feathers, glitz galore, TWO heart-palpitating dresses (including the prettiest Claire Pettibone number) and a glamorous reception at one of my favorite venues of all time... [MORE]
The husband of wife team behind Desi Baytan Photography have completely made our Friday with their most recent engagement shoot at the Santa Monica Pier. It is filled to the brim with light hearted moments, fun-filled scenery, a knock-out dress and the kind of adorable chemistry you can't fake. This cute couple is the real deal and if their engagement session is any indication of what's to come, we can't wait to see their big day. [MORE]
Ever wonder what happens when three of our rockstar Little Black Book members get together and collaborate on one event? It looks a little something like this incredible Santa Monica beach wedding! Fiore Beauty did their part to help the bride and her ladies look drop dead gorgeous, Vanilla Bake Shop provided the drool-worthy cake, and... [MORE]
The fabulous Kate Holt, at Flowerwild in Southern California, is kind of like my flower hero. Her work totally and completely blows me away...of course because it's beautiful, but also because it has this "kate" effect, where you find yourself completely giddy the minute you open one of her picture perfect weddings. And this one, photographed by the equally talented... [MORE]
This is quite possibly the sweetest wedding I've ever seen. It's delicate and girly and yet overflowing with total style. I kind of wish my life looked exactly like this wedding, complete with that gorgeous dress (that the bride and the groom's mother designed and MADE) hanging in my closet. Created by the insanely talented bride, along with one of our favorite event designers EVER, Brooke Keegan, and photographed beautifully by... [MORE]
It is no secret that we absolutely adore anything Sweet Monday Photography sends our way. These ladies know how to capture the best moments, the most gorgeous details and yes, even the love that is weaved throughout an event. I swear it is practically bouncing out of each and every picture. And this Los Angeles wedding is the perfect example of all the things we are smitten with wrapped up in one pretty package. Mega... [MORE]
Welcome back SMP-ers, hope you had a fantastic weekend! In my opinion, there is no better way to start off the week on Style Me Pretty than with a wedding that has been stripped of fuss and fancy, and infused with style, grace and completely approachable beauty. The kind of wedding that you know was built by hand by the bride and groom, that was lovingly crafted and thoughtfully edited. I could live forever inside this wedding, photographed to perfection by... [MORE]
This charming California celebration fits right in with the rest of the gorgeousness you've seen today. But what you wouldn't know by looking at it is there was major venue change the day before the wedding. We love the adorable couple and the sophisticated beachy vibe, but above all else, this wedding is a sweet little reminder to cherish your day and when it comes down to it, sit back, relax, and enjoy every single moment. [MORE]
The word of the day is...whimsical. It's the start of the week and I felt like we all needed something a little fantastical. Something magical and zany. Something over-the-top vintage to spark our creative side. And this wedding is all that and then some. Photographed by Matt of Sights & Sounds, I found my smile growing wider and wider as I browsed through his photos. Lyle and Delia, our bride and groom, are most DEFINITELY two... [MORE]
My husband, Tait, has this terrible problem of being unable to keep a surprise a secret. On my birthday, he wakes me up at the crack of dawn because he's been lying awake for hours thinking about my gift. If you ever want to ruin a surprise party, tell Tait. He gets so excited, he simply can't hold it in. So you could definitely say that I am pulling a "Tait" with this next wedding. Although we had this slated as our picture perfect Valentine's Day wedding...I fell so in love with it, I just... [MORE]