Sweet as they come and stylish to boot, this Chicago wedding captured by Kina Wicks Photography is really everything I love about weddings. It's tradition and thoughtful touches, it's a day overflowing with love and it's a gorgeous Bride that couldn't look happier if she tried. How could you not love every inch of that? Well I most certainly am head over heels, and you can see all the reasons why...
A wedding that includes giant marshmallows (hanging from paper clouds) and edible chandeliers is pretty much guaranteed to be a good time. That's kind of a given. And when this darling duo incorporated those two elements into their big day, it was just the beginning of one serious fun-fest. I'm talking sparkler send-offs, yummy cuisine and a "dreams" theme that was simply bursting from every last moment. The perfect mix of beauty and magic? We think so. See it all captured by...
Southern Charm Photography and Minerva House Photography just became my new best friends. They don't know it yet, but they totally did. That's because they sent along this drop-dead gorgeous photo shoot and it's the perfect mix of romance and drama, with a breathtaking forrest backdrop that seriously...
I love Georgia's take on rustic. Sure the wedding might take place in a barn, and sure, there might be cowboy boots involved, but those Georgia folks know how to add the perfect splash of sophistication to dress up that rustic feel. Rustic elegance? It's been coined by Georgians. Case and point - this gorgeous Spring Lake soiree captured by Brita Photography. It's DIY and downright gorgeous, and it's all sitting pretty...
I kind of love this bride and groom. Because not only did they come up with the fabulous idea of a Newport destination wedding, they happened to fill it to the brim with the sweetest vintage meets rustic details around. Think burlap, twine and chalkboards, all set against the stunning settings of the Norman Bird Sanctuary and the Pearls Boutique Hotel. Add to...
A wedding sprinkled with vintage pretties is one of our favorite kind here at SMP. There is something so gosh darn charming + romantic about finding treasures from another time and place that make our hearts skip a beat. Whether it's a touch of vintage lace to dress up a tablescape or a vintage typewriter paired with love letters for a guest book table, these lovely details become a part of a new story and this sweet round up is sure to inspire yours. 1. Dress up your dessert table...
The first time I tasted this cake was upon meeting my boyfriend's parents. They had it for dessert or someone's birthday or something. I can't really remember why. But, I politely ate it and tried my hardest not to lick my plate clean. Then - and thankfully said boyfriend became loving husband which is probably a result of me keeping this story a secret until now - I waited until everyone was asleep and snuck...
Wedding Wednesday is without a doubt my favorite day of the week. It's a day where we kick up our heels and celebrate with a slew of stunning weddings just because we can. And this week it all starts with this Chapel Hill affair set at, designed and planned by the impeccable Fearrington Village. It's a family-centered celebration that Sarah Der Photography captured to...
You know what I love about anniversary shoots (well, besides everything)? They capture that oh-so-exciting time in your life when the whole world feels like it's right at your newly shared doorstep, when there is no other reason to jump in front of a camera other than the fact that you want to celebrate love. And when that special time is captured by Bryce Covey? Well, then I'm a complete goner. Because when you combine...
Priority number one for this darling bride and groom? Sprinkling in as many meaningful details as possible into their big day. Details that not only represented their relationship as a couple, but their rich family history, as well. From the burlap table runners to the antique jewelry to the sweet DIY projects so lovingly crafted with the help of family and friends, this was a day that was a true "labor of love" from start to finish. See every last moment planned to perfection by ...
On its own, this wedding is a stunner but paired with an elegant take on the rustic rehearsal dinner, this HammerSky Vineyards affair is transformed into two days of beauty. Beauty that can be found in the simple details effortlessly crafted by Kelsey West Designs and in the fresh garden blooms by Adornments Flowers + Finery. And most of all, beauty found in the light-filled...
Ms. Jessie Webster, from Sweet Thing, has long been someone I've admired from afar. She simply embodies that serious cool factor that you just can't fake. And while I'm here, confessing my undeniable girl crush, I might as well add that I would give many a things to sit down with her over a cup of coffee and pick that wildly talented brain of hers. Since that isn't in the cards for the time being (you know, geography and all), this fun...
Sometimes it's crazy to me that a wedding, a gorgeous wedding no less, can be planned in less than six months. I know it can. I planned mine in five. But when one like this Old Glory Ranch soiree comes along and I read that it was planned in four months... I'm floored. Every time. Every detail j. cota photography captured was so stunning that I'm actually amazed that it all...
I happen to be all kinds of obsessed with gorgeous old homes overflowing with romance and history, so saying "I do" in a beautiful Victorian mansion like the Inn at Park Winters is kind of like my personal dream come true. Yep, just the thought of spending my wedding day in this breathtaking setting makes my heart pitter patter... and doing it all with the help of the oh-so-talented team at...
If there's anything we can learn from this Malibu wedding, it's that plan B isn't so bad. In fact, sometimes it's even better. With a flooded venue just three weeks before the big day, the fearless crew behind Sugar & Fluff pulled together to transform a contemporary estate into the chicest bohemian-style soiree . The result? A dream-come-true wedding that looked and felt like it was plan A all along.
Every time I have (well I should say had because clearly, if I'm writing a post about setting a table, I better know a thing or two about it) a dinner party, I always found myself second guessing the placement of each piece. And yet, I feel like setting a proper table is one of those things every hostess should know how to do with ease. So, for my benefit and yours, we're breaking it down for you, SMP style. With a pretty watercolor that you can print out and frame for reference of course!
Destination weddings are the ultimate in this wedding blogger's eyes. I mean, what's not to love about saying "I do" in a stunning locale all while giving your nearest + dearest a built-in vacation?! So when it comes time to start shopping the globe for the spot where you'll tie the knot, you can honestly start - and stop - your search with Hawaii. From the secluded, sandy beaches and the incredible accommodations to the tropical waterfalls and romantic sunsets, the islands of Hawaii will...
Whether you're deep in the throes of wedding planning or just getting your feet wet, this post is for you. Consider it cocktail hour 101, which also translates swimmingly into bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, and any and every party you might possibly be throwing on your road to "I Do." For this course, we went right to the expert, St-Germain, purveyor of scrumptious cocktailing. With their new cocktail...
I'm the type of person who is on a constant mission to be inspired. Whether it's pouring over the SMP archives or late night pinterest quests for the perfect who-knows-what, inspiration is something I seriously can't live without. So when a photo shoot like this one from Sarzy O Photography, Bella Bloom Floral Design...
This wedding from the talented Victoria Sprung Photography? It's quintessential Chicago. Elegant with a side of style and a dash of fun. It has the perfect amount of tradition, but with some personality thrown in for good measure. The result? A perfectly chic city soiree that you just know their guests are still talking about. See all the fun unfold right here.
