Pasadena. The land of pretty. And weddings in that gorgeous part of the world? Divine. Particularly when captured by Mi Belle Photography like this pretty little number hosted at the stunning Ambassador Mansions & Gardens. It was a day filled to the brim with love, and the talents of some of our favorite vendors including ...
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Yep, you read that right. SMP was on Access Hollywood! THE Access Hollywood, as in the one with big, fancy pants celebrities and Billy Bush and Kit Hoover and oh my gosh, I still can't believe it happened! The only downside? It aired in the midst of the Boston bombings so we're thinking that a lot of you didn't get a chance to see it. But not to fret, we have all of the behind the scenes dirt for you today. Including one very dorky...
It's no secret that we adore absolutely anything and everything Jose Villa touches and with good reason; he's one of the most wildly talented photographers we've ever come across. And that wild talent is paired with an incredibly gracious attitude that makes him all the more lovable. Now channel all that goodness into a five day learning extravaganza surrounded by creatives from all over the planet and the beautiful surroundings of...
Call me a major wedding nerd, but just as soon as I saw this Santa Barbara beauty, I knew today was going to be a good day. Not just because of the hot pink palette, the Kate Spade glitter pumps, or even the ombre petals trailing down the aisle, but because Joy de Vivre made sure the entire day was rustic glam done so, so right. ...
Making sure you're bringing your skin A-game to your wedding day is on most Bride's to-do list. It's probably on most Bridesmaids' to-do lists too. Because we all know the best accessory is a fresh faced glow and our resident beauty expert, Mar of TEAM Hair and Makeup, is giving you all the low down on achieving the look. Consider this your secret weapon for wedding day hotness. Tips to perfect wedding day skin from...
The decadence of this wedding has me grinning from ear to ear on this rainy Wednesday. From the bride's gown with intricate detailing to the lush greenery surrounding this very handsome couple, XOXO Bride did a beyond fabulous job putting this day into reality. And the stunning work from Miki & Sonja Photography seals the deal for my love of the west coast. That's it, I am...
When a wedding this pretty comes across our desk, it's not just a happy day. It's like this big sigh of "this is why I am never allowed to complain about my job" happy day. Because in life, beauty this rich and layered is decidedly rare and it easily reminds you that even on your cloudiest day, when it comes to weddings, all is good in the world. Designed by the lovely Joy de Vivre with flowers by...
As I sit here at my computer on a otherwise normal Monday afternoon, tears are slowly trickling down my face. Those tears? They are from reading this Bride's description of not only her beautiful big day, but also her love. Her through thick and thin, unconditional love for her amazing groom, who happens to be surviving cancer. But on this day, this beautiful day captured by ...
Santa Barbara is sort of my happy place. Though I've never been there. But sitting in my chilly, snowed-in Boston office, Santa Barbara just seems like warmth and happiness and everything beautiful in the world. And I'm pretty sure that if the universe is listening, it will pick up my house and move it right plop in the center of this little slice of heaven. Hmm, you're probably right. Next best thing? Living vicariously through a Santa Barbara wedding as pretty as this one and the inspiring...
In the land of boudoir shoots, this gem reigns Queen. All at once classy and crazy feminine, photographer Lacie Hansen is taking a unique approach to capturing a Bride au naturel. And it's gorgeous. Jaw-droppingly so and with the help of Mar of TEAM Hair and Makeup who added a dash of sparkle to an already gorgeous Bride, this has shaped up to be one of the...






















































