There's no doubt that bridesmaids dresses have come a long way (I'm looking at you 80's). But choosing a dress that your best girls will be comfortable in and happy wearing all day, while sticking to your own style and vision? It's still a tough task. So, to help make your decision a whole lot easier, the lovely ladies of Joielle are letting us in on their Do's and Don'ts for picking the perfect bridesmaid dress!
Sylvie Gil's images are nothing short of gorgeous. She constantly sends over some of the prettiest parties captured in a way that makes our jaws drop, and this Santa Lucia Preserve beauty is the perfect example. With beautiful blooms from Hunt Littlefield, a gorgeous couple and one stunning setting - it can...
The first french inspired loft that I ever fell in love with was featured in Domino magazine and was this mix of girly fabulousness + the architecturally gorgeous ceilings, molding and details of a classic french living space. It even had a tufted pink chaise that I literally dreamed about. Well now, I get to fall in love...
Mark my words, Adrian Michael is one of the wedding industry's quickest rising stars. With work that rivals the best of the best, you can bet your bottom dollar you'll be seeing many more of his snaps on this little ol' blog. Most recently, Adrian teamed up with Verbena Floral Design, ...
The fashion in this wedding is just my style. The Romona Keveza gown from The Plumed Serpent, the stunning Alfred Sung bridesmaids gowns... perfect for this English garden inspired wedding from...
I'm not one to complain about New England winters, as it's all I've ever known, but lately, I find myself craving spring. Big time. So I thought I'd take matters into my own hands and bring Spring into my home. The results? They're absolutely beautiful. And just in case you're feeling the winter blues as well, I decided to show you how you too can do the same! First you'll want to choose flowers that look...
Hello Pretty Brides! Devon of Devon Rachel here today to discuss my personal favorite part of this wedding planning process: the gown. Oh, the gown. This part of the planning excites me to no end. Every girl wants to play dress up in a too-beautiful-for-real-life boutique. If you’re anything like me, you might occasionally have a Beyoncé in the wedding gown moment. Have no shame, girl. It’s your big day! Because there are...
I gushed about my love affair with winter weddings on SMP yesterday, but I probably should have just used this ballroom beauty from Blue Rose Photography as the perfect example of why winter weddings will always win in my book. It's the epitome of cozy chic, and...
The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe is, and always will, be one of my favorite places in the world to hold a wedding. The perfect mix of casual elegance and classic pretty, it's an al fresco paradise just perfect for marrying. Case in point? This darling day captured by Joielala Photographie... a day that is as rich in love as it is in beauty.
Big city weddings tend to be some of the most style-driven affairs that grace our pages. But with brides who've got art, culture and endless inspiration all around them, it's really no wonder. The perfect example? This Chicago "I do" captured by Tim Tab Studios. It's stylish to the absolute max, and there's lots more waiting for you here! From...
Filled with color and love, this Vancouver beauty from Ken Tan is a dream. With beautiful florals from Tala Florist, a show-stopping up-do and all around steal-worthy style - every image sitting pretty in this gallery is pure wedding perfection.
I love how this Bride describes her day as magic, and then says if anything did go wrong, she wouldn't notice because she was in such bliss. To me, that's how every Bride should feel on her wedding day, and it's no surprise that's how she felt after looking at these gorgeous images from Ryan and Denise. It's image after image of pure wedding magic, and...
There are long-distance relationships and then there is meeting the future love of your life right before you jet off to a deserted island to compete on Survivor. That's long distance and then some, but after a long stay (and win!) as a castaway, this beautiful lady returned home to marry the man of her dreams in a stunning beach ceremony. Press play for every gorgeous moment captured by McKenzie Miller Films. [iframe...
From the moment the guests laid eyes on the beautiful invitation suite from Bella Figura, they knew they were in for something special. And something special it was, based on the images from Alison Conklin Photography. Black tie but with a hint of classy boho, rustic but fresh, this wedding was superb.
Four words: Gatsby garden party... aka, a guaranteed day of pretty with vintage details, glamorous stylings and lush, gorgeous florals combining to make one seriously amazing party. Think vibrant pink blooms from Ford Flowers, a divine gown from Madeline's Daughter and all sorts of beautiful moments captured by ...
Without a doubt, Charleston is a city just made for marrying. It's a place where breathtaking backdrops and Southern traditions merge seamlessly with whimsical details and just a touch of modern style. In other words, it's pure, unadulterated wedding perfection, and this darling Lowndes Grove Plantation affair captured by ...
This wedding has left me speechless. I'm serious. The blooms and design from Franci's Flowers Wedding Design are classic and romantic. The bride's dress (which was her mothers) is so vintage and beautiful. The moments captured by Infraordinario are real, deep, and emotional. And I...
Though it may be totally weird to be over the top jealous of a baby, this girl right here is guilty. That polka dotted wallpaper? The fringed mobile? Can you really blame me? Sweet miss Ivy is the most on-trend baby in all the land! Seriously though. Captured by Katie Joyner Photography, there's a whole mess of lovely...
Elegance and simplicity will always reign supreme in my book. But a dash of big city chicness? Well, that doesn't hurt one bit either. Mix it all together and you'll get one heck of a gorgeous day, as evidenced by this Brooklyn love-fest straight from the lens of Smitten Photography. With no shortage of sequins and stunning city views, let's just say...
We are deep in the droves of a New England winter at SMP HQ, and while some folks out there are begging for spring to show its pretty face, I, for one, love old man winter. You know what I love even more? Winter weddings. They are cozy and filled with texture and warmth, making them climb right up to the top of my favorites list. So if you are a Bride planning a winter fête or have one coming up just around the corner, I've pulled together some of my favorite ways to warm those pretty parties...
