Style Me Pretty : The Ultimate Wedding Blog http://www.stylemepretty.com A wedding blog for the style obsessed bride. Mon, 13 Feb 2012 21:49:27 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 From Inspiration to Reality: The Board http://www.stylemepretty.com/2010/09/10/from-inspiration-to-reality-the-board-22/ http://www.stylemepretty.com/2010/09/10/from-inspiration-to-reality-the-board-22/#comments Fri, 10 Sep 2010 13:00:09 +0000 Erin http://www.stylemepretty.com/?p=48676 It has been awhile since we have posted one of our favorite Friday features but it was well worth the wait. If you are new on the block, we’ll catch you up to speed before we dive in to all the pretty stuff. Today is the day for another From Inspiration to Reality feature where some of our favorite vendors take an inspiration board and turn it into real life, palpable ideas for you to infuse into your own weddings and events. And aside from all of the great steal-worthy inspiration tucked inside these shoots, they are always crazy beautiful as well so it’s sort of a win-win situation. Do you see now why we adore fridays? Before we get to all the goodies, we want to show you the gorgeous, glam, so yummy we could eat it inspiration board that is being brought to life:

Emerald City After Dark

This emerald bedazzled beauty was created by Style Circle guru, MFrezza and we are thoroughly impressed with A) her chic style and B) that glamorous color palette she created. AND this is just the tip of the iceberg. Wait oh wait until you see the photoshoot that derived from this board. An awesome team of Montreal based vendors were at work including design and styling by Unity Weddings and photography by the lovely Davina+Daniel as well as a host of other talented individuals. Sit tight and we’ll be back lickity split with the design behind this latest From Inspiration to Reality feature.

Photography: Davina+Daniel / Cinema: Ioan Films / Flowers: Alain Simon Fleurs / Venue: Loft Hotel / Stationery, Design and Styling: Unity Weddings / Cake: Jessica Berard Cakes (she’s also the model with her fiance) / Dress: Melissa Gentile Couture / Furniture: Loft Hotel’s private collection / Black Chandeliers: Showdesign / China: Celebrations / Glass Vases for Succulents and Candle holders from designer’s home, purchased at Home Sense / Shoes: Nine West

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]]> http://www.stylemepretty.com/2010/09/10/from-inspiration-to-reality-the-board-22/feed/ 6 From Inspiration to Reality: The Board http://www.stylemepretty.com/2010/08/13/from-inspiration-to-reality-the-board-21/ http://www.stylemepretty.com/2010/08/13/from-inspiration-to-reality-the-board-21/#comments Fri, 13 Aug 2010 13:00:07 +0000 Erin http://www.stylemepretty.com/?p=46503 There are a ton of things we love around here. Honestly we fall head over heels on a daily basis and the recipients of our admiration run the gamut from incredible handbag to knock us off the chair gorgeous weddings. Today, the object of our desire happens to be a so beautiful it hurts From Inspiration to Reality feature. You just might die of pretty overload when you see what this fabulous team of North Carolina vendors created. First lets take a looksie at the inspiration board behind today’s shoot. Designed by Style Circle member Naomi, it is a pastel, dreamy wonderland and we are absolutely bananas for it:

Dreaming...

Who needs coffee when you have insane design to get your motor running? Just wait until you see the results. The girls of Millie Holloman Photography teamed up with design guru Jennifer Rose-Sandy of Salt Harbor Designs to fashion a photoshoot inspired by all things beach. Now I know what you’re thinking, the beach has been done. But, we promise you there are no starfish in sight. Instead there is gorgeous, lots and lots of gorgeous. So sit tight and we’ll be back in a bit with the fab design!

Photography: Millie, Rachel and Rebecca of Millie Holloman Photography / Styling, Design, Florals, and Paper: Jennifer Rose-Sandy of Salt Harbor Designs / Lighting: Steve Peterson of High Performance Lighting / Cinematography: Matt Davis of Life Stage Films / Cake and Macaroons: Flower & Flour / Hair and Makeup: Melissa Kinnamon of NSalo Salon / Dinnerware: The Fisherman’s Wife / Rowboat: Harborside Event Rentals / Bed: Susan Covington Art

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]]> http://www.stylemepretty.com/2010/08/13/from-inspiration-to-reality-the-board-21/feed/ 6 From Inspiration to Reality – The Board http://www.stylemepretty.com/2010/07/23/from-inspiration-to-reality-the-board-19/ http://www.stylemepretty.com/2010/07/23/from-inspiration-to-reality-the-board-19/#comments Fri, 23 Jul 2010 13:00:33 +0000 Erin http://www.stylemepretty.com/?p=45038 We are happy little campers around here because a) the weekend is in our sights and b) we have a fabulous From Inspiration to Reality feature to share with you today. Be sure to take notes ladies because this is filled with so many lovely bits and pieces for your own soirees. And there are a bevy of power hitters that came together to make this shoot happen. With photography by Jess + Nate Studios, design and styling by Lucia|Paul Design, cinematography from Epic Motion, stationery and sweets by Dooby Design Group and Florals by Bellisario Florist as well as a host of other fab vendors, we are talking MAJOR inspiration headed your way. But first, lets take a look at the board that started the wheels turning. From Style Circle guru Nikki, this is inspiration in the form of tiffany blue heaven.

Tiffany's Bridal Show

Gorgeous right? We are so excited to share all of the pretty details with you. We will be back in a jiffy with some beautiful design and styling so worthy of Audrey Hepburn.

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]]> http://www.stylemepretty.com/2010/07/23/from-inspiration-to-reality-the-board-19/feed/ 6 From Inspiration to Reality: The Board http://www.stylemepretty.com/2010/06/11/from-inspiration-to-reality-the-board-15/ http://www.stylemepretty.com/2010/06/11/from-inspiration-to-reality-the-board-15/#comments Fri, 11 Jun 2010 13:20:54 +0000 Erin http://www.stylemepretty.com/?p=42122 Good Morning and happy, happy Friday. We have a treat for you today and it comes in the form of inspiration…the From Inspiration to Reality kind. Today’s installment is a little forest chic mixed with a dash of fairy. Intrigued? Before we get to all the emerald details, lets take a gander at the inspiration behind today’s shoot. This board is courtesy of Style Circle member The Savage Garden and it all about the enchanted details.

Enchanted Forest

The team, headed up by Tifany of Gourmet Invitations, Misty of Bells and Bliss, Don of Take1 Productions and Hollye Mackler Designs, took this garden party to a whole other level and just wait until you see what they created. I see lots of green in your near future. We’ll be back in a bit with more From Inspiration to Reality.

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]]> http://www.stylemepretty.com/2010/06/11/from-inspiration-to-reality-the-board-15/feed/ 1 From Inspiration to Reality: The Board http://www.stylemepretty.com/2010/05/27/from-inspiration-to-reality-the-board-14/ http://www.stylemepretty.com/2010/05/27/from-inspiration-to-reality-the-board-14/#comments Thu, 27 May 2010 13:00:48 +0000 Erin http://www.stylemepretty.com/?p=41087 This week has been an explosion of all things inspirational and we aren’t done just yet. We have another From Inspiration to Reality feature to share and this one goes out to all of you bohemian lovers.  Straight from Austin, Texas, this is rustic boho at its finest. Think flowing dresses, raw cotton and lace and you are on the right track. Before we get to all of the fabulous goodies, can we please drool over Emilia Jane’s dreamy board that inspired the shoot? I think this girl might have the magic touch because this is her second board turned into real live inspiration!

Sometimes I Wish we were an Eagle

The inner hippie in us is squealing with delight over this board and the shoot that followed suit. Hold on to your flower crowns ladies. You will not want to miss a second of this. We will be back lickity split with the design from this fabulous Austin crew.

Photography: Heather Curiel Weddings / Design and Styling: Clink Events / Florals: Merveille Events / Venue: Vista West Ranch, Austin, Texas / Tables and Benches: Marquee Event Group / Napkins: BBJ Linens / Stationery: Couture Ink / Clothing: Vintage pieces from The Bungalow (Cecilia Necklace) / Hair and Makeup: Erica Gray

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]]> http://www.stylemepretty.com/2010/05/27/from-inspiration-to-reality-the-board-14/feed/ 5 From Inspiration to Reality: The Board http://www.stylemepretty.com/2010/05/25/from-inspiration-to-reality-the-board-10/ http://www.stylemepretty.com/2010/05/25/from-inspiration-to-reality-the-board-10/#comments Tue, 25 May 2010 13:00:39 +0000 Erin http://www.stylemepretty.com/?p=40872 Get ready to dance a little happy dance. We have been completely inundated with the most AMAZING From Inspiration to Reality shoots over the last few weeks which means you lucky readers get to share in the riches. With so many shoots and so little time, we have decided to bring you TWO features this week so get your inspiration motors a runnin because these fab LBB vendors are bringing it. First up is the inspiration board behind our first shoot created by Style Circle extraordinaire Chiara Francolino. It is entitled Vintage Love Letters and it is complete and total romance!

Vintage Love Letters

Who doesn’t love a great romance? Just wait until you see the design. With photography by Gertrude and Mabel and styling by MB Designs and Events as well as a host of other talented vendors, the result is dreamy, dreamy.

We will be back in the blink of an eye with a whole lot of gorgeous for your Tuesday morning.

Photography: Heidi and Judy of Gertrude and Mabel Photography / Event Design, Planning and Styling: Michelle Barrioneuvo-Mazzini from MB Wedding Design and Events / Videographer: Andrew of Studio MSV / Floral Design and vintage furniture: Jon and Linnae of Asiel Design / Hair and Makeup Stylist: Armando Sarabia of Get Your Do Up / Stationery Designer: Susanne of Cards de Luxe / Cake: Gabrielle of Cake Coquette / Couture Bridal Accessories and Shoes: Lindsie and Meghan of Haute Bride / Couture Bridal Gowns: Saida and Chantal of Nouvelle Vogue / Model: Celeste Rodriguez / Vintage dessert & jewelry stands: Amour Ame

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]]> http://www.stylemepretty.com/2010/05/25/from-inspiration-to-reality-the-board-10/feed/ 5 From Inspiration to Reality: The Board http://www.stylemepretty.com/2010/05/21/from-inspiration-to-reality-the-board-13/ http://www.stylemepretty.com/2010/05/21/from-inspiration-to-reality-the-board-13/#comments Fri, 21 May 2010 13:00:22 +0000 Erin http://www.stylemepretty.com/?p=40501 How about a little gorgeous for your Friday morning? Think jewel tones, peacock feathers, and really pretty inspiration. That’s right, it’s time for another From Inspiration to Reality shoot. Since this feature has started, there have been so many amazing submissions from incredibly talented vendors and we LOVE every second of it. Today’s shoot is no exception. The design is so elegant, the colors so rich, we almost can’t wait to share. But before we get to the details, lets get a taste for this shoot through the jewel hued board that started the ball rolling.

For JV -

The purples, the blues, the old world elegance…perfection. This little nugget of goodness was created by Style Circle Member MFrezza and just wait until you see how her board was translated by the designers. Headed up by Simple Elegance with photography by Adrienne Maples, paper goods by Lilah Paper, florals by Craig Sole Designs and a host of other fab vendors, this shoot is going to rock your world.

Back in a bit with the full design!

Photography: Adrienne Maples / Paper Goods: Lilah Paper / Event Planning: Simple Elegance / Cinematography: Creative Video / Cakes: Natasha’s Mulberry and Mott / Florist: Craig Sole Design / Wedding Dress, Bridesmaid’s Dresses and Accessories: Bella Bridesmaid, Kansas City / Makeup and Hair: Mink Artistry / Location: The Simpson House / Linens and Decor: Celebration Party Rentals

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]]> http://www.stylemepretty.com/2010/05/21/from-inspiration-to-reality-the-board-13/feed/ 7 From Inspiration to Reality: The Board http://www.stylemepretty.com/2010/04/23/from-inspiration-to-reality-the-board-9/ http://www.stylemepretty.com/2010/04/23/from-inspiration-to-reality-the-board-9/#comments Fri, 23 Apr 2010 14:07:04 +0000 Abby Larson http://www.stylemepretty.com/?p=38139 It’s been an incredible week of all things Fashion on Style Me Pretty. And we’re not done yet. The cherry on top of this pretty, pretty week is definitely the From Inspiration to Reality shoot that we’ve been saving just for today. Crafted by Cunningham Photo Artist, Ivy Robinson Weddings, Ceci New York and so many more amazing vendors…it’s is THE most perfect fashion inspired shoot I think I’ve ever seen. But before we get to all of the goodness, and I swear we won’t make you wait too long, here is Brancoprata’s gorgeous board that inspired the design…

I want, I need, I´ve got to have

I mean the pink and black palette is so chic. The style is so modern and yet still has a little bit of that Grace Kelly fabulousness. And the shoot that this board inspired, well…beyond. Back in just a bit with so much more inspiration!

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