Complete with roses and hydrangeas in the summeriest of shades, it's safe to say the fiercely talented Belli Fiori knocked this one out of the park. She put together every gorgeous floral moment, and thanks to Cary Klein, we get it swoon it all for ourselves. Have a look in...
September 2014
Southern weddings have charm down to a science, and this wedding from White Rabbit Studios couldn't be a better representation of those sweet soirees. Overflowing with romantic yet personal styling and a couple totally in love, this gallery is a perfect example of why we can't get enough of southern weddings. From...
When it comes to engagements, I love those that capture two darlings doing what they love best. Say, sippin' on a cup of cappuccino with your sweetie, trolly-ing around one of your favorite cities and lots of hand holding and laughing—that's how this adorable duo spent their day with Pezz Photo. Take a stroll with them in this lovely gallery! From Pezz...
I enjoy incorporating the flavors of fall into my recipes, especially when they can be found in our own backyard. We recently moved to a home that hosts 3 large apple trees, which we share with the local deer. We have an abundance of apples, so I've been getting creative with ways we can use them! I adapted my favorite no yeast bread recipe for a flavorful fall breakfast & dessert bread. If you're a fan of the one for you & one for me philosophy, you'll love this recipe! It...
When Loli Events and Blossom and Branch join creative forces, good things happen. REALLY good things. They're the pretty makers behind this rainy day Brooklyn wedding and the photos by Khaki Bedford are all the proof we need. Settle in with your cup o' joe and prepare for...
The rehearsal dinner: a time to sit back and breathe before the beautiful chaos of the big day. It's an intimate event for relaxing and celebrating with only the closest of family and friends - which is why hosting a backyard dinner party is such a fabulous idea. With a 43-person long table and a string of globe lights against the June sky, Victoria Clausen Florals set the perfect Napa Valley inspired scene for an amazing affair. Check out all the pics...
Fall is, hands-down, my favorite season. And autumn weekends? The absolute best. Let's get it started off right with an introduction to a brand-new member of the SMP advertising family, Love Bird Vintage Jewelry! Offering unique + timeless designs that are perfect for life's most treasured moments, these pieces are truly special. Inspired by designer Heather Roth's love for all things vintage, each and every...
It's Friday, which means over here the party is just getting started. We've pinned and posted a ton of pretty pics this week and rounded up your most loved for an awesome recap. Kick off your weekend with all sorts of inspiration and take a minute to scroll through the gorgeous highlights from Pinterest and Instagram right now. Plus, read on for giveaways, discounts and winners! xoxo...
You see this collection of photos right here? It's all the proof in the world I need to know that you guys have the most impeccable taste. I won't deny it, there's been some true gems on our pages over the last week or so, but thanks to your social media love we've narrowed it down to 10 of your favourites! From popcorn bars to $10 light fixtures, we've got it all and it's all right here:...
Engagement sessions make my heart melt. I love to see a couple on the verge of their great adventure, and this shoot from J. Hannah Photography is such a fabulous example of why. No props are needed when there is a love like this, just two people totally in love, ready to take on the world. See even more here. From ...
Romantic weddings and Breakers West just seem to go hand in hand. They never fail to make us swoon, and when13:13 Photography is behind the lens capturing that romance, magic happens. It leaves us with a gallery too pretty to miss, and...
In all honesty, this feature took me far too long to put together. Why? Because it's impossible not to be completely captivated by this gallery from CLY BY MATTHEW, it's just soooo pretty. And can we talk about the Bride's insanely gorgeous Sarah Seven dress from ...
If you looked up "modern elegance" in the fictional dictionary of style, this wedding would pop up - I'm certain. It's one part classic and another part contemporary, and drenched in pretty thanks to Design Perfection. Blueberry Creative captured...
Don't champagne towers make you want to celebrate? We just know when the champagne's a flowin, a gorgeous black tie affair is on the horizon. And the Biltmore in Santa Barbara knows how to host just such an affair along with beautiful rich details by Jill La Fleur, blush flowers with pops of orange by ...
I remember this french fry place in San Francisco that had like 30 different dipping sauces. Oh the joy of narrowing that down to my top 5 as I placed my order...one delicious dunking tank after another. Well today, we're making our own little dips of heaven. From Bloody Mary Ketchup to Bourbon Honey Mustard, these dips will crank up any dish your cooking. And for those of you looking for the...
After poring over the images from Brett Heidebrecht, I'm thoroughly convinced that all engagement shoots should be captured in a desert. There's something about that dreamy red rock landscape that photographs impeccably. And with the cool blue styling by Kylie Swanson paired with king protea florals by ...
These two? They're pretty darn adorable. And their love for one another (proven by their sweet, sweet words below) is unmatchable. They teamed up with Gracie Blue Photography to capture that love at the beautiful Barnsley Gardens Resort, and the result is one of my fave love shoots to date. Have a peek for yourself...
I can't think of a more wonderful way to kick off the weekend than with a romantic picnic in Paris. I mean, anything in Paris is kind of aces around here. But a late summer meal around the corner from La Tour Eiffel? Well it just doesn't get much better than that. And we can thank La Fabrique à Rêves for this one. With photos from...
There's something to love about hand crafting a project for your big day. It infuses a celebration with heart and personality and can sometimes save some serious mula. And we aren't the only ones hopping on this bandwagon. We dove into the treasure trove of our fab wedding contributors to pull 9 projects on our must try list. So roll up those sleeves, get into weekend warrior mode and feast your eyes on these DIY gems.
This might be the tiniest bit biased thanks to Radcliffe (the couple's adorable pup) but this is hands-down one of the sweetest engagements I've ever had my hands on. Photographed by the crazy talented Lora Grady, it's a sunset session on Seattle's gorgeous coast, and just what we need to kick a Friday off right.



















